Fire!

Funny: This week we went Less Active hunting. We went down many a dirt road looking for an obscure address. We finally found someone. They let us in and they commented how excited they were for the new prophet. They told us that they were shocked when they heard that President Hinckley was dead but they also know that President Uchdorf will do a great job... I was honestly speechless. This is the 3rd person I know that has said that in this area. 

Spiritual: We had President Adams last Zone Conference this week. It was powerful, one of the things that he kept mentioning is that "things that never change remain the same". what a simple but powerful statement. If we only do what we have always done we will only get what we have always gotten.

Where I am at: Yes, there is a massive fire up north of us. It is a bit spooky and there is an eerie feeling around town as it sits in the shadow of a massive pillar of smoke. But we are safe, the fire has given us a lot of service opportunities and we are taking full advantage of that. But, let me tell you if you ever need anyone to come sweep up pine needles I have gotten very good at it recently.

I love you all and appreciate your prayers

Elder Black

The fire Jonah refers to is title the 416 Fire. It is centered about 10 miles north of Durango and as of today is only 10% contained. 2,250 acres have burned and many many people have been evacuated.