October 5, 2026

I'm so sorry. I'm afraid I am incapable of taking photos of important things, just food and, in this case, medieval torture gear. I don't even have to ask it to smile and it never blinks in the photo. That said, I promise we're doing real missionary work. 

On Tuesday we actually went to our friend Jose's house. He was shocked to hear that more people don't feed us haha and gave us some nice Spanish food. Always appreciate some unexpected kindness. He even featured us in his WhatsApp stories (a place filled with his quite questionable tik tok dances) In this part of Spain they wear everything on their sleeves- both the good and the bad. Strangers are sometimes extremely kind and also are not afraid to say not nice things!

This last Tuesday we met with a member who been inactive for about 7 years. In such a small branch, one willing member can make a huge difference in the work. He will be a great benefit to our little Sanlucar family. 

More than a teacher of the Gospel, I have converted into a full time english teacher. No but really, I had more english classes this week than lessons. Between videocalls, lessons in person, and helping my companion, I should be a professional soon.

These last 2 days we have enjoyed the General Conference. They still don't have the talks written so I'm afraid I won't have an exact quote. That said, I quite liked the talk about "Divine Appointment." I have been blessed to see that in action in the mission. When we treat others like Christ would, we begin to bless them in the exact moment that they need. A hug, a sincere question, a smile, and we begin to take part in the divine mission of Jesus Christ. But after all, isn't that just what we do? May it be so. 

Elder Dougall