Kaitlynn Weekly Email - GENERAL CONFERENCE
Snapshot
General Conference weekend. Two main takeaways: center on Christ; be patient with yourself ("by small and simple things"). Hermana Soares appears for the first time (as companion; was sick Tuesday). Baptism of Ellie (zone-wide effort). P-day: hiked Volcán Osorno with the Puerto Varas zone.
Week Highlights
Tuesday: Hermana Soares was sick; temporary trio with Hermana Sabella.
Wednesday (Intercambios): With Hermana Larson; lots of fun, found several people, made sopaipillas [Chilean fried flatbread - she glosses as "Chilean scones"].
Thursday: Hard lesson - a family said they believe in God but aren't religious and never will be.
Friday: Baptism of Ellie - not in their ward but the whole zone helped. Spirit strong.
Saturday and Sunday: General Conference - watched with members Saturday; Kaitlynn made cinnamon rolls for the Sunday viewing at the church building.
Monday (P-day): Hiked Volcán Osorno with the Puerto Varas zone. Played in snow; hiked to a waterfall. "I miss hiking so if you're reading this go on a hike for me."
Spiritual Thought - General Conference
- Center on Christ; loving Him leads naturally to wanting to change. More happiness, better choices, more strength.
- "By small and simple things are great things brought to pass" (Alma 37:6). Be patient with yourself. Learning to not be too hard on herself; loving God's children includes loving yourself.
People
- Hermana Soares - companion in Puerto Montt (replaces Hermana Pehrson at some point between Aug and Oct 2025; first email mention).
- Hermana Sabella - zone missionary; temporary trio when Soares was sick.
- Hermana Larson - intercambios partner.
Notes
- Mission president transition: Gervic concluded ~June 2025. Oct 2025 emails confirm Presidente Mackay by name.
- Volcán Osorno: active stratovolcano near Puerto Varas, Los Lagos Region; common P-day destination.
- Photos link: https://photos.app.goo.gl/KDajX86gn63HGbkd6