"Love is one of the chief characteristics of Deity, and ought to be manifested by those who aspire to be the sons of God. A man filled with the love of God, is not content with blessing his family alone, but ranges through the whole world, anxious to bless the whole human race" (Joseph Smith Jr., Dec. 15, 1840; in Teachings of the Prophet Joseph Smith [Salt Lake City: Deseret Book, 1969], 174).

"All I can offer the world is a good heart and a good hand" (Joseph Smith Jr., July 9, 1843; in Teachings, 313).

Monday, August 23, 2010

Sunday, August 23, 1970

Today was a full and interesting day. Elder Smith and I left at 6:00 this morning for Recife. I went to attend a branch presidents meeting with the other leaders in the Pernambuco District. I also met with Elders Brinton, Ferrin, and Sarager in a planning meeting. The Recife Relief Society had a lunch prepared for us. We headed back at 1:00, reaching Maceió in time for choir practice. I had left Elder Blackham in charge of the branch during my absence. Edmilson taught the priesthood lesson this morning.

Last night at MIA we held a really sharp talent show with Pedro Maia as emcee. I didn’t realize we had so much talent in the branch. Alexandre and Betânia both sang with the guitar. Singing solos were David, Vitória, and Pedro Maia. Virginia played a piano solo. Nádia, Agamemnon, and Sônia participated in a jogral. Simone and Aida Santos gave poetry readings. Elder Smith played a trumpet solo with my accompaniment on the piano. With guitar, Elder Blackham sang some solos and a duet together with Elder John (Elder Christensen). The whole evening was animating. Attendance was very good.

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