We arrived at the Auckland, New Zealand Missionary Training Center on Thursday, April 14th, keeping in mind we are 19 hours ahead of Pacific Standard Time. The beautiful facility located on a grassy hill overlooks a portion of Auckland. The MTC President and Sister Howes and all the staff have been warm and welcoming. Attached are pictures of all the Elders and Sisters as well as our "Joseph District" comprised of three couples; one of whom is going to Apia or Upolu island of Samoa, one to Tonga, and us to the island of Savai'i, Samoa. We've had remarkable teachers and trainers to assist in our studying and role playing and practicing.
Easter Sunday was special with each district of missionaries singing a hymn and younger missionaries giving short talks in between hymns. Our meeting was made more memorable when the fire alarm alerted us to evacuate. The fire department arrived but there wasn't anything apparently wrong so we resumed our meeting.
Tuesday Elder Gifford Nielson of the Quorum of the 70 serving in the Pacific Area presidency visited and we had a nice devotional with him and his wife.
Food and accommodations have been excellent. The "juniors" or the young missionaries are so respectful and kind. We are like a happy family. Our schedule is full. We miss you all.
Ron & Karla
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