We had an outstanding week here in the area! We have a couple of changes that have come as a result of transfers and thanks to the work we have accomplished. I was assigned to be our new district leader at the beginning of this week. Our district is actually super small - only us 5 Portuguese Elders and one companionship of sisters - so 7 in total. We are all really close though, so I look forward to serving them and helping our district to grow closer over the coming weeks. The vacant spots in the apartment were filled by Elder Kirkpatrick and Elder Draper. Elder Draper was actually the former AP of the mission, and is on his last transfer, and Elder KP has been out about as long as I have. We have a great group and I'm excited for this transfer.
Things have actually started to cool down quite a bit this last week. With the hurricanes down south, we have been getting a fair amount of rain as well. Kind of a dramatic shift for just one week, but it's a welcomed change from the normal sticky heat. We got a virtual tour of Kirtland Ohio as well. We received a call from some sister missionaries there who were in need of Portuguese translators for their tour. The Brazilians never actually arrived for the tour, so we were able to watch the tour ourselves. It was a super interesting experience - missionary work has changed so much with the virus and it is awesome to see the adaptations people are making.
We had another church meeting yesterday (Sunday). We had a really great turnout and had a very spiritual experience. We had 2 investigators come with us! Mary and a new woman named Maria. They both had a great time and really felt the spirit. We have talked to Mary quite a bit about baptism lately, and we think it will be in the near future. We have received some instrumental assistance from the members in her conversion. Such a cool process to be a part of.
Other than that, there is not much more going on around here. We are continuing to work hard and help the people in this area. Service and English classes have been awesome and I look forward to the service that I will be able to accomplish here.
D&C 18:10-16.
I love you all, and I love the work. And I love the packages -- thank you Willams Family!!!
Love,
Elder Perry
