Weeks 10-14: Machala & Pasaje

Hola Amigos y Familia!!

(that means hello friends and family)

I am now in Zona Santa Rosa, Area Pasaje. I'm sure you've never heard of this little slice of heaven, so I'll sum it up for you. Pasaje is amazing! The people are awesome, there's a super cool cathedral, and the culture here is super rich and full of adventure. I am excited and feel blessed to be here.

I arrived in Pasaje just in time for the celebration of independence. There have been many concerts and dances in the streets, fireworks, and lots of activity. It is pretty special to be able to feel the people's energy here. Me and my amazing companion, Elder Orchard, are the only missionaries in the City. He's only been here 6 weeks, and I'm still super new, so we have quite the work ahead of us. It's ok though, because we're both excited to work hard here.

I've included a few images of our trip to the mountains with some other missionaries to ride bikes and look at a big cross so that you know I'm alive and having fun. I hope you're all also having fun. I've seen so many miracles here in Ecuador. I know you all can see the hand of God in your lives if you look for Him.

Take care all!

Elder Bolingbroke