Chile Celebration

Another touching part of the program was the depiction of the pioneers and their numerous sacrifices. We reflected upon the gratitude we feel for the many pioneers who made it possible for all of us to enjoy the fruits of their many labors and difficulties. Our hearts were filled with gratitude and thanksgiving as we watched these pioneers pull their handcarts across the prairies on their journey toward Zion.

Chile Celebration

Chile Celebration

Christ's visit to the America's was, for us, the most powerful part of the entire evening! A hush fell over the audience as this portrayal filled our hearts and minds with gratitude for the Atonement and for the sacrifice of our Savior.

Missionary Visits to Chile

During the week of October 11-18, we enjoyed many fun visits from Missionaries who have served in Chile. We love every one of them and are so grateful for their service here.

Devotional, October 8, 2011

On October 8, 2011 a Devotional with our Area Presidency was broadcast from the Lynch Norte Chapel to many Stake Centers throughout Chile. It was a wonderful evening which began the week of festivities celebrating the Anniversary of 50 years of Missionary Work in Chile. We enjoyed it very much. At Elder Zeballos' suggestion, we all turned our thoughts toward the next fifty years of Missionary Work in Chile and what we can accomplish if we all work together to do the Lord's work in the Lord's way. We are so thankful to be a part of this great work! Our Missionaries are working so hard to make their service here meaningful in every way.

New Office Staff Beginning in November, 2011

Office Missionaries of the Chile Santiago East Mission and Sister Laycock at the Airport

Elder Deaver, Elder Smith, Elder Phenix, Elder Tooley, Elder Besich, and Elder Stark

We could not ask for better, more faithful missionaries to keep the office in order and help our mission always move to "al proximo nivel."

Chilean Cultural Event Involving all Missionaries from the Santiago East Mission

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Chilean 50 Year Celebration of Mission Work

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El Barrio, Consistorial

Sister Kemp with Sister Laycock and three Sisters at the CCM who will be coming to our Mission all joined in the activity in the Consistorial Ward. It was fantastic!

One of the dear Sisters made a missionary doll for President Laycock. What a treasure! We love our Chilean brothers and Sisters so much. They are always so loving and sweet. We are so thankful for their kindness and charity.

The Consistorial Ward had a wonderful Missionary activity. The Elders and Sisters from the Chile MTC all participated in a joint Missionary activity and then later attended Sunday meetings. President and Sister Laycock presented a devotional during the third hour of the block meetings.

President and Sister Laycock also had the opportunity to attend the Javiera Carrera joint Stake Mission activity during October. In this activity, the missionaries joined with the Stake Youth who served a mini mission, including personal and companionship study, language study, and proselyting activities throughout the afternoon. The activity culminated in a Stake Devotional in which a special video presentation containing the testimonies of the majority of the missionaries who have served from the Javiera Carrera Stake. The video presentation also included a slide presentation of pictures of Santiago East Missionaries. President Laycock, President Faundez, and Sister Laycock spoke during the fireside. What a marvelous and wonderful blessing it was to be with the Javiera Carrera Stake.

During October, President and Sister Laycock also attended the La Florida 1 Noche de Hogar. President Laycock spoke on the topic of eternal families and related mission topics, and then delicious food was served.

During October President and Sister Laycock also visited the Tobalaba Ward where President spoke on the important mission of pioneers. It was a wonderful evening with refreshments and a video, "Seventeen Miracles."

We enjoyed each of these activities tremendously, and know that those who attended and participated were blessed. Our missionaries were instrumental in making these activities happen. We are so thankful for faithful missionaries who work so hard to serve the members of their respective wards.

Day of Good-byes

We were grateful for the opportunity to spend the day with our Elders and Sisters completing their missions. We attended the Temple together and then travelled to various cultural sights in Santiago. We ended our day with a dinner and time for advice from President and Sister Laycock. The meal was delicious, and the day couldn't have been more perfect.

We Always Enjoy Meeting the Parents and Family Members of Our Missionaries

It was a great pleasure for us to meet the fathers of Elders Measom and Jacobs along with Elder Jacobs brother. When we met the dear fathers who raised these two fine Missionaries and then unselfishly shared them with the Lord for two years, we could immediately understand how these young men have become such devoted servants of the Lord. We are very thankful for wonderful parents who teach and lead their sons and daughters to serve the Lord with all their heart, might, mind, and strength.

In October, 2011 We Bid a Fond Farewell to 15 Excellent and Faithful Missionaries

President and Sister Laycock were so grateful for this sweet and thoughtful gift prepared for us by Sister Tilley and all of our Missionaries. We will wear these special aprons with gratitude and happiness, and each time we put them on we will remember our wonderful missionaries...all of our missionaries whose signatures, you can see, filled every available space.

We will miss the influence of these fine missionaries in our Mission. They have served so faithfully and have completed every task that the Lord asked them to do with charity and determination. Their influence will be eternally remembered in the Chile, Santiago East Mission. Our hearts will always be filled with love and gratitude for all that these fine young people have become.

13 Elders and Sisters Arrived in the Santiago East Mission November 1, 2011

We were thrilled to receive 13 new missionaries on November 1, 2011. Five Elders and 1 Sister came from the United States. Four Elders and three Sisters came from the Chile MTC. We could immediately feel the love that they brought with them from all over the world, and we were so thankful to have them join us in the Lord's Chile, Santiago East Mission. We traveled to the Las Condes Stake Center where we had a short orientation, introduced them to their first companions, fed them lunch, and then sent them off to their sectors for their very first day of teaching and preaching to their Chilean Brothers and Sisters. They were filled with joy and wonder as we drove through the streets of the city. Today was a National Holiday in Chile, so the city streets were quiet and peaceful. The weather was foggy and a little bit Chilly, but by the end of the afternoon, the sun was shining and welcoming these dear Elders and Sisters to beautiful Santiago. We loved each one of them immediately, and we could feel their deep desire to serve the Lord as His missionaries.

We enjoyed seeing President and Sister MacArthur at the airport. They were there to pick up their Missionaries going to the Chile, Rancagua Mission. We love them very much and are grateful for their faithful examples.

One special part of our orientation was when President taught us the parable of the Geese. We enjoyed every minute of learning together with these new Missionaries. They are intelligent, happy, brave, and loving.

13 Elders and Sisters Arrived in the Santiago East Mission November 1, 2011

We enjoyed lunch together after we had our orientation. The lunch was delicious fettuccini, salad, and wonderful Chilean bread. What a great blessing it was to have so many wonderful new missionaries!

13 Elders and Sisters Arrived in the Santiago East Mission November 1, 2011

Elders Deaver and Stark, our Assistants, shared Alfajores to welcome the Elders and Sisters at the airport. Alfajores are always a welcome, special Chilean treat!