This week

Well, pretty average week here. So I will just share a couple cool things about my week. One- we hiked a cool mountain today. Then we get to email, and talking to family is the biggest blessing in my life. Also had some cool things this week. This LA we have been working with was able to get the priesthood and bless the sacrament and so that was the coolest thing on Sunday and he bore a great testimony that really touched me. We had some great lessons this week where the spirit was super apparent to all of us there. Some lessons aren't like that just based on the kids or the situation of the day. But really, God helps this work more than we know. There is no way I should be capable of doing stuff like this. I really am not capable, but because I try, and because we try, God makes up for what we lack. When we turn it to him by doing our side of the bargain, he gives us more strength and help than we deserve. I am so grateful for the learning I have here in the mission. It's really, really not like I expected but it's way harder. But it's what I need. God is so good and he really loves us. I really love the work and these people. Life is good. We got to help this old lady feel great this week just by stopping by and saying hi and such. Super cool to make her day. It changed her whole week. So cool. Lots of little miracles this week. Just depends on us if we want to see them. Gods so much better than we even realize. 

Great life and a great week. Fun pics from birthday and hiking and all that jazz. Make it a great week everyone. Short email this week. Just know that I really pray for all of you. Thanks for all the prayers from you and thanks for all you guys have done in my life. Everyone who reads this email has had an impact on my life more than you think. I am able to be here right now in the Philippines because of all of you. Thank you from the bottom of my heart truly. You are always in my prayers. 

Have a great week. What a great day to be alive. 

Mahal ko kayo
Elder McAllister

Elder McAllister