I was able to baptize Elvis (named after THE Elvis) and Makino baptized Gleiciane. I must say it was one of the greatest moments of my life. Thinking back to our first moments finding and teaching them, watching people progress in the gospel that way is truly remarkable. It was an incredible experience and one that I will never forget.
Because we had our joint conference Sunday with our ward splitting, Elivs and Gleiciane were also confirmed on Saturday night right after the baptism took place. The baptism was definitely the highlight of the week, but this week had some good work and some good food too.
We have continued making contacts and setting more and more baptismal dates. If everything goes well, we should have 2 more baptisms next Saturday and at least one this coming Saturday. I have come to realize quite well that God really is preparing people to receive His sacred message. The only thing is, we need to be willing to put in the work to find them.
We ate very well this week. Had some nice “carne do sol” or “meat of the sun” which was very tasty. Lots of other unrecognized meats, beans, and rice. And lots of Coca Cola. Because it is so cheap, everyone seems to have a 2 liter there at lunch. I have grown to like it quite a bit.
I also learned an interesting thing about soccer here in Brazil. Just about everywhere, there are small courts where kids play (usually without shoes) pickup games of soccer. Some look intense, and others look friendly, but they are all fiercely competitive. From what people have told me, there are sometimes people who come as scouts from pro teams, and look for kids playing in the streets who show promise, and they are offered a spot on a development team. Pretty sweet. So I have learned that every game played could be a potential tryout. Gotta get ready, because I’m about to enter Brazil’s first division. Just kidding.
I love you all and testify of the happiness of this gospel. I have felt it stronger this week than ever before in my life.
Elder Perry
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