With mixed emotions, we boarded a flight home to our dear family—exactly one year to the day after arriving in Italy. As the plane lifted off and Milan faded into the distance, the tears came easily. We didn’t fully know what to expect when we accepted the call to serve, but we now return changed—transformed by the grace of our Savior, Jesus Christ. We are living witnesses of this testimony of President Russell M. Nelson: “When we bring souls unto Jesus Christ, we honor Him in the most meaningful way. We also strengthen our own faith and deepen our conversion.” Over the past year, we’ve grown closer as a couple, deepened our testimonies, witnessed miracles, seen prophecy become history, and been blessed with lifelong friendships. When we were considering a mission, President Wood challenged us to "Come help the next generation." Looking back, we realize he might have said it better: "Come let the next generation help you." We were filled with emotion as we spoke...
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