Turning the Hearts

To the missionaries of the Great Texas Houston Mission,

In the parable of Lazarus and the Rich Man (Luke 16), we see the doctrine taught in Malachi play out in a very clear way. Those who come to know the truth in the Spirit World are desirous that those of their family who are yet on the earth will receive the message of the gospel of Jesus Christ. They desire that angels are sent to their family. Elders and Sisters we are those angels that are being sent. I want you to know that there are forces beyond the veil that are working on those with whom we interact and meet on the streets. The biggest challenge is that they don't equate what they are feeling with who we are. That's one of the reasons we need to be bold in stating our true identity.

Over the next several weeks and months, we are going to have the unique privilege of being trained in family history for an hour each week by experts in the various stakes in which we serve. We hope you will make sure you are focused in your efforts so that this time is sacred and revelatory. The Lord would have us become very proficient in this work because there are many on the earth who are feeling the desire to seek out their family names and they just don't know why. We are true messengers who can help them elevate their vision to a much nobler cause. 

As we become proficient in this work of Family History, we will see miracles. People will be reactivated, people will become converted and their conversion will lead them to the safety of the temple. We will find many of our own family names and our conversion will deepen. There has never been a more exciting time to serve as a missionary and representative of the Lord Jesus Christ! We are truly blessed!

We look forward to experiencing these great miracles with you! We love you and pray for you daily! Be great!

Love,

President and Sister Mortensen

Mission Leadership Council

Senior Missionary Activity at the Chapell's Home