December 24, 2010 - Matthew's Arrival!

Dear Brother and Sister Gallego,  

This week Sister Schaefermeyer and I have had the thrill of welcoming your son to the Pennsylvania Philadelphia Mission.  He has arrived safely and we have enjoyed becoming acquainted with him.

Yesterday, Elder Gallego was assigned his first companion and trainer, Elder Kerouac.  Below is their address; we invite you to please write or email Elder Gallego weekly with positive, uplifting information and experiences to encourage him in his missionary efforts.  Your expressions of love and interest in him will not only bless his life here in Philadelphia, but will cement relationships of trust forever.  As instructed by the leaders of the Church, we ask that you not telephone or visit Elder Gallego during his mission unless I have been informed in advance.  He will have my permission to call on Mother’s Day and Christmas.  You should feel free to contact Sister Schaefermeyer or me at any time.  Email is my preference, but if the need is urgent call the Church operator in Salt Lake (801-240-1000) and they will know how to contact me.

We know the Lord will bless you as He does all who make the necessary sacrifices to allow their loved ones to serve in these great callings.  If we can ever be of any service or assistance to you or your son, please do not hesitate to contact us. 

Thank you for the privilege of serving with Elder Gallego.

Best personal regards,

William A. Schaefermeyer

President, Pennsylvania Philadelphia Mission

Schaefermeyer email   rcoachman@gmail.com

Elder Matthew Gallego

86 North Harrison,

Apt. #1

Wilmington, DE 19806-4600