Dear Family,
I wish so
badly that I could have you all here with me. I LOVE the Christmas season!
Yesterday at church I gave a talk on, "The True Meaning of
Christmas." One of our investigators had told us that they weren't able to
come because they had to work. But half way through my talk I looked up to see her
looking back at me from the hallway and I almost lost it. The reason why my
mission means so much to me is because of the love I feel for others. The true
meaning of Christmas is in the name, Jesus Christ. We always talk about loving
the, "Spirit of Christmas." But why is it that everyone is so
different around this time of year. How could a whole nation of people all of a sudden be"in a different mood.” It's because they are remembering Christ.
As I have tried to remember Christ more in my life I can see how His love seeps
into my heart and begins to change me. I feel like I see others more clearly. I
am quicker to forgive. I love deeply. My days have purpose and meaning. I am so
grateful for Christ in my life and for the wonderful opportunity that I have to
serve Him. I have never been more grateful for the opportunity that I have to
bare His name on my chest and to witness of Him. He is so loving and so
patient. He truly is the Son of God. I know that He lives and that He loves us
unconditionally. I wish that your Christmas is filled with the "Christmas
Spirit; The spirit of Christ." I love you all and hope that you have a
very Merry Christmas! Thank you for all the love, support and letters! You
truly are the best family that anyone could ever ask for! I hope that Alicia is
still as eager to wake up Christmas morning as I always was. Don't think for a
second that I have grown out of that! If I could call you at 5 in the morning
to wake you up I would! But, in all seriousness, I really can't wait to talk to
you tomorrow! I love you! Pass my love along to all of my old companions and
friends and ward members! I miss them all and wish them a Merry Christmas! I
love you!
Love,
Sister Mitchell
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