Facts about Liberia

Nathan is serving now in the city of Monrovia in the Republic of Liberia. This country was founded by freed slaves. They named the capital city of Monrovia after the 6th president of the US James Monroe. 40% of the people are christian, they have 85% unemployment and are one of the poorest countries in the world. There are over 3 million people in the country and 50% of them are under 18! I put map up, Monrovia is the red star, the flag and a small photo of the city. We are anxious to get his first letter from Liberia on Monday!

Mission News from the Kenners!

First of all, Daniel's news is that his papers have been submitted to the Missionary Department at the church office building. When we have the call and have opened it - we will phone call, send e-mails and blog, blog blog.

Next Nathan is being tranferred to the other country in his mission - Liberia. He will be in part of the capitol which is Monrovia. His area is called Gardnersville. He will have his first African companion who is from Sierra Leone. He is a little nervous but excited for a new adventure. Expect mail to take a week longer than it did from Freetown. He sent a few pictures, the first is Elder Kenner and Sister Momo and a bunch of kids, the second is Elder Kenner with his first African haircut and the last is Elder Hilton and Elder Kenner.