Elder Spencer Evans

3 October 2013

Dear Brother and Sister Evans,

On Wednesday afternoon, my wife, Julie, and I, greeted Elder Spencer David Evans at the Minneapolis St. Paul Airport and welcomed him to this great mission. He was happy and excited to begin his mission. Thank you for all of your efforts to prepare him for the adventure that lies ahead. We understand what a great sacrifice you are making to support your son.

We drove from the airport to the mission home and took pictures of our new group of elders and sisters. The day was sunny, and beautiful. We then had lunch and provided a mission orientation. I also interviewed each missionary. The Assistants provided training in finding new investigators.

At about 6:30 pm, Sister Clements and I introduced them to their trainers, who greeted them with big smiles and bear hugs. After some more training, we sent them off to their assigned areas. Elder Evans has an outstanding trainer whom I carefully and prayerfully selected. In two weeks, we will bring them back to Bloomington for a day of training in finding, teaching, goal setting and planning.

Your son joins a remarkable corps of accomplished and dedicated missionaries. There is a great tradition of obedience and accomplishment in this mission. He will serve with missionaries who desire to build the kingdom and who are willing to sacrifice their all for the cause. We serve in a beautiful part of the Lord’s vineyard where mighty rivers and beautiful lakes are plentiful. We are privileged to serve among faithful saints.

Please encourage your son to obey all mission rules. He will become stronger, more mature, and more self-disciplined as he faithfully follows the rules. His first area of service is Alexandria; his companion is Elder Ethan Clark. Attached are some photos, which I hope you will enjoy.

Regards,

Jordan W. Clements

Mission President