Isaac’s mom here. We just wanted to give you an update on how Isaac is doing. He was able to borrow a phone and we had a great video chat on Wednesday evening! He is doing really well.
This Monday morning, Isaac’s mission president texted all of the missionaries a list of supplies to purchase that would last them two weeks and asked them to go and get them that day, just in case. The missionaries in his area went as a group, found the store largely empty and well stocked, and were able to get everything they needed. They said that a lot of people they met were really scared, but the missionaries all felt upbeat and positive. That very evening, the President of Guatemala locked down the country and asked everyone to quarantine themselves at home for the next 15 days. Isaac said that they felt really blessed to be led by leaders who were inspired to do what was needed before the need arose!
For the next two weeks they are supposed to remain at home, except if they need groceries (which they probably won’t) or to exercise with their companions, avoiding others as much as possible. They have been encouraged to stay in contact via phone with other members of the Church as well as gospel learners they are currently teaching. A lot of other protocols have been put in place to keep everyone safe and healthy. If they can do it from their apartment, the missionaries are allowed to contact families at home twice a week, but it may not be possible for them to read/respond to email.
Right now Isaac is happy but already a little stir-crazy. 🤪 We imagine that it is agonizing for missionaries to be cooped up and not able to serve or interact with the people around them. Please continue to pray for him as he and the other missionaries in his zone work together to stay positive and feel productive.
Thank you for your support and prayers!
—Sarah Cloward.
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