New Zealand Temple

We are sad to say the New Zealand Temple in Hamilton is now closed. We did get to go through a session the day before the last day. We still have 5 1/2 months to go so we will miss going to the Temple.

We were blessed with a beautiful double rainbow that was right next to the Temple.

The Young Men and Young Women in our Ward had a special Mini Mission activity. They were separated into companionships and left their families to stay with other families. They went and visited with inactive members. Sunday evening they had a devotional complete with refreshments.

We haven’t had much chance to attend our District Council meeting which is each Tuesday because of our schedule. We decided to take a few photos. This is Elder Mahu’inga and Elder Tuala.

We decided on a funny picture with Elder Peresetene, Elder Mahu’inga, Elder Taeiloa.

We try to bring some fresh fruits to our meeting so they decided a funny photo with the fruit was appropriate.

We finally got the Sisters involved. Sister Faatuai and Sister Falute.

We didn’t have to much exciting going on the last few weeks. Just lots of colds and flu and several sprained ankles from playing sports. We did have one ingrown toenail operated on. We have had to pick up several bikes that were badly rusted after being left out in the rain. It is the middle of the winter here and yet there's still something blooming. We found this one interesting. The blossom is red and then opens up and blue and green come out. We never are disappointed in the beauty this country brings. We love you and miss you all even though the time passes quickly.

Love Elder and Sister Bartlett