UN BAUTISMO Y ME QUEDO

¡BUEN DÍA! Man, I hope every one is doing well. I'm doing really well. Camila got baptised, and both her parents who are separated and haven't been to church in a good while came to support her! It was a sweet service, and the whole thing was a big miracle. I know that baptism brings a remission of sins - and then we get the gift of the Holy Ghost, which leads us in the right. There is always great joy in seeing a brother or sister take such an important step in their lives, and to see their joy after doing so. I know that Christ's arms are always open, and all are welcome to follow His example and command in to the waters of baptism. How great are the blessings, and how powerful is the Spirit promised us!

Turns out I'm still staying here in Paso del Rey! But in a trio again. Honestly, these last transfers have just been full of endless surprises.. Some thing always happens when there's a trio. But I'm excited to continue working here in Paso! There is much to do and much growth to see! The Lord always knows exactly what He's doing, and I know that President Robertson does too! 

Last week I went on divisions with Elder Ruiz, and we had lunch with a wonderfully happy family who have been members of the Church for around two and a half years. They were perfectly content, laughing and conversing with us. About halfway through the lunch, I found out that their ten year-old son had passed away just a month earlier, and it blew my mind, and made me appreciate so much more the incredible healing power of Christ's atonement, and the power of the Lord's promise to them that their family, sealed in the Lord's Temple would be together again in the next life. They were such a huge example to me! It made me ponder on how a family with out the comforting knowledge of God's Plan of Happiness would act in a similar situation. The mother just told me, "It was hard at the beginning, but I'm happy at this point. In fact, it just gives me the strength to work hard in this life and to be obedient, because he's up there waiting for us, and if we blow it, he won't be too happy!" I know they'll see their son again, I know that I can be with my family for time and all eternity, and I know that the Lord's promises are firm. It starts with Camila's decision. It starts with baptism, and the doors are opened to the path of eternal life. And as the classic Mormon phrase goes, Heaven wouldn't be Heaven with out my family. I know that. Our Heavenly Father knows that, and He's given us the way! 

Every one better be happy this week! I'm feeling good. Love you all.

Becitooos,

Elder McDonald

 

Camila's Baptism!