Orientation Day

We had a devotional where we introduced ourselves and met several other service missionaries.  When leaving the room, we were stopped by a distinguished looking elderly Hawaiian Gentleman.  He inquired about Pres. Wood (former Cardston Temple President) and then proceeded to compliment Elder Reynolds (who was wearing his suit) how nice he looked.  He said he thought he was a general authority.  Apparently no one wears suits @ the PCC except for general authorities.  Elder Reynolds had made a mistake wearing his suit!!! 

We were then invited to meet with President Orgill, President of the PCC.  WOW!  What an awesome man.  He talked nonstop for over an hour, telling all about the PCC and how to respect the Polynesian People. He told us there are only a few places where God has a special interest in and that he visits here daily.  He was quite emotional as he told us how critical the training of these students who attend the college is, because they will be future leaders of the Pacific Rim Countries like Japan, Philipines, Indonesia, China as well as all the Polynesian Countries.  We were overwhelmed to realize how blessed we are to have been called here.

-Pictures to come

(More tidbits of information about Elder and Sister Reynolds from Ranay:  Although their apartment is nice, there is no air conditioning.  So it has been an adjustment getting use to the humidity. I told them they were absolutely, under no circumstances, allowed to complain about the heat!  They reported that they have several fans - so I think they'll get by!  Also, they reported that they are getting use to the surrounding noisy animals and traffic from the highway.  
Elder Reynolds was able to visit the place where he will be doing the repairs on the golf carts.  He was a bit disgusted when he first viewed the "shed" and said it was quite run down and in need of some sprucing up!  There are no walls around the shed, just covered over top.  He has already requested a care package with some additional tools and shop attire!  He also said that their overall mentality of the Hawaiian people is laid back.  They are witnessing this firsthand with their landlords.  Needless to say he has also requested his "all-in-one, around the house tool" to make some minor repairs at their apartment!
And Sister Reynolds, the healthy, diabetic eater, has requested 2 lbs of steel cut oats from her hometown, local grocery store, Winco!  We shall get a package sent off right away!)

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