In spite of constant rain, a beautiful day to all. It's been another great week, although it's hard to believe that it's been, well, another week.
Some highlights from the past week include the following:
On Tuesday we had the opportunity to go to the temple, which is always such a privilege. It was a treat to see Steven and Jonathan afterwards, and love to all those in New Haven and elsewhere as a new year approaches.
We got hot water back in our apartment this week, which is nice, but frankly, not nearly as much of a necessity as I may once have thought.
Hard things- One of the other elder's recent converts texted yesterday and said that he was "done with the whole Mormon thing" and didn't ever want to come to church again. It seems that his grandmother may be in the hospital, and we're hoping that when she recovers, he will be able to meet again, but it is difficult. One of the sister's recent converts, whose baptism was so, so powerful, is being vehemently opposed by her parents, who say that she can never again attend in spite of her desire. It is hard, really hard, to be a member here, so much pressure in so many ways, but I am so grateful to be here, and learn from the humility and strength from the Korean members. To quest for obedience and try always for what I have to offer be acceptable to the Lord.
"I can see the Suji. My heart burning."
Brother Yun we met this week at a member's house for a meal, and we watched and discussed a video about the Restoration. It went well, he came to church on Sunday, and accepted a baptismal date for next week! We have a lot left to teach and some logistical issues with the ward next over, but I have faith that everything will work out. Being able to meet wth Brother Yun has been such a privilege and a miracle.
And finally, inspiration from Paul: "What mean ye to weep and to break mine heart? For I am ready not to be bound only, but also to die at Jerusalem for the name of the Lord Jesus."
It is such a precious time for me to be able to have this chance to be out here, it means so much to me. We can labor all day and be unprofitable servants, but I am astounded by the blessings that the Lord blesses us with when we do what we can. All of my love. Sorry for jumping around today, more essay editing and such has rendered today's time a bit short.
Love from Seoul!
Elder South 
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