Hello Washington

I do not think I need any clothes, in fact I might not need any sweaters from home. An elder who got re-assigned to Los Angeles gave me a couple sweaters that were polo and brand new with the price tag on them today so I do not think I will need any sweaters. I could use some daily vitamins though. Thanks for the sports scores, I am really excited about going to Washington but it will be weird to teach lessons in English as our first lesson in English was today for one hour. Otherwise it has been all Portuguese.  Thanks for the advice and always remember to have faith in God, because through him, we can truly do all things.

WJP

 November 08, 2013
Missionary Department
50 E North Temple ST 3WW
Salt Lake City, UT 84150-5400

Elder William Jay Percival
4007 Bridgeport Way W Ste D
University Place WA 98466-4330
United States

Dear Elder Percival:

Visa Status

By now you are aware that your visa to Brazil has not yet been approved. While this is undoubtedly a disappointment, please know that we are doing everything possible to secure your visa. We will notify you immediately when it is received. We ask that you and your family members not do anything, such as call or e-mail the consulate, to try to secure your visa more quickly. Such actions may actually slow down the visa process already in place.

While you are waiting, your mission experience in the United States will prove to be a great blessing in your preparation to serve in Brazil. We encourage you to work hard, remain focused, and be involved in all aspects of missionary work. As you serve the people in the Washington Tacoma Mission, your testimony and ability to teach will increase, you will set the pattern of study and hard work for the rest of your mission, and you will come to love the people.

May the Lord continue to bless you and your family as you dedicate yourself to preaching the gospel to those who are seeking and ready to accept your invitation to come unto Christ.

Sincerely,

Eduardo Gavarret
Assistant Executive Director