Watch for Justin in the MTC Choir at Conference!

Dear Family,
I'm singing in the Priesthood Session of Conference. I'm singing with a little over 300 missionaries!(out of about 2500 at the MTC now). To be selected, we had to fill out a little form - almost like an application - telling when we would leave the MTC, what vocal part we sing, and what kind of experiences/awards we've had with singing and music. Then, last Monday, they sent out letters to people who had been accepted. Anziano Knutson and I both were chosen (he's done a ton with choir stuff and is an amazing singer with a beautiful voice); we were and are so excited! Anyway, we've had practice almost every day for an hour or so. It's going to be awesome!...


My goal to contact and teach other missionaries has been going pretty well. As a companionship, we try to take 10 minutes or so everyday between activities while we wait for something to talk to others, discern their needs, testify to them, and just be there to befriend and love them. ...I'm trying to always wear a smile and to show my love for others more. It's so much fun to teach others -- that's definitely the best part for me about being at the MTC and being a missionary. ... Please keep all of us in your prayers - Satan is trying in every way he can to stop the work, and I've seen that in so many ways. We need the strength of the Lord 24/7 if we are to be victorious!
Ciao!
-Anziano Barnes