Thankful for Inspired Leaders...

President Barcellos came to the Conference early to interview many.  His talk in the Sunday meeting can only be described as inspired and 'Masterful'.  He somehow pulled in every concern and situation in our branch into a talk about changing our lives as we 'Come unto Christ'. President and Sister Barcellos are dynamic leaders and very generous and gracious in sharing their love with everyone. President Barcellos invited us to breakfast with him Saturday morning.  A treasure time for us.

Ponta Delgada Branch on the island of Sao Miguel
and the Branch below is on the Island of Terceira.  



 Patriarch Jose Carlos Ferreira has great faith and his experiences are inspiring. He came to give blessings and we saw a miracle in the lives of a family that we love.  It was so enjoyable for me to visit with Patriarch Ferreira's wife while he was giving blessings and while Grandpa was in meetings and scrambling to help set up the internet once again. The electricians are finally coming on Tuesday. 
 (2 days after the Conference is over!)



President Moreira is a counselor to President Barcellos. 
He is also over the Institute program in Portugal.  
A former Mission President and Area Seventy.
He is such a fun leader and the youth love him
as he invites all of us to love the scriptures.


President Paulo Alves, District President over the Azores, always a gentle giant, 
with a great testimony... was released after serving many years.  
We will miss him (as he and his wonderful family live on the island of Terceira).
He has been so kind to work with in my calling as District Young Women's President.  
He is a nurse, a surfer, and health care professional with a strong spirit.


Two of three Miracles that we witnessed at the Conference, 
that are recorded in our hearts.

Last week, we gave out many invitations around the island for the Conference, 
and this week Grandpa was called as the Elder's Quorum President. 
He is already working on that for this week. 
Lots of work to do...better get started! 


Another photo from our P-Day two weeks ago.  What an Artist our Savior is as we look around us and into our own hearts.  Never Judge a wet painting!  Listen to HIM.

We Love You!  
Make a great week...we are praying for YOU.



 

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