3-18-15 New Arrivals

They're finally here, safe and sound! Nine new missionaries plus one elder returning after an injury…

hurrah for Israel!

Bus ride to Taichung, missionaries get an introduction by Pres. & Sis. Blickenstaff and the APs, as well as an opportunity to introduce themselves and share their expectations for their mission.

 APs sharing miracle stories:

 After a very short night, up for a traditional Taiwanese breakfast with seasonal fruit:

President starts the day sharing mission vision, goals and plans:

 Followed by a full day of orientation and training:

 Developing contacting skills:

 Practice, evaluate, re-practice:

Welcome dinner: 

 Brave duck brain takers: 

He said it wasn't bad!

 That leaves the fish eyes:

 Here it goes!

 After an evening of contacting, reviewing their experience of overcoming fears:

Headed for a good night's rest!