The Lepers

I have two more tidbits. They both are...somewhat related? First, I am giving a talk in church on Sunday. Yay! I am filled with vigor, let me tell ya'... ok actually, giving a talk in church isn't that bad. I'm actually kind of excited! I'm speaking on The Lord thy God is with thee. I'm including a story about my brother, Aaron on his mission in Chile and his mission president's experience with the earthquake. It's an amazing story. But I can't spoil it, so that's all I'm saying for now!

But now I must talk about a new interest. My new goal is to go to India with Rising Star Outreach
and help with the people infected with Leprosy. The founder's name is Becky and she is so nice. I've had a meeting with her, my parents and some others before. When I heard about the Lepers my thought was, "There are still Lepers? I thought that was just in the scriptures." Well it's not. In India the Lepers are ignored because they are said to be "cursed" because of their sins. They are told that God does not love them anymore. Becky goes to India with volunteers and cares for the Lepers, provides them with jobs, water, schools etc. My dad and Becky are good friends and today my dad asked me if I would like to go to India with a friend. I would love to! We are going to look more into it. It could take time, but this is an ongoing project and people are always needed. I hope this can actually happen. I realize, seeing Leprosy may be "gross", but I think it'll be good to experience. Helping people with real problems, out of the United States. I've never been to countries with highly underdeveloped areas. This could be an amazing experience!