"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).

Tuesday, September 28, 2010

Monday, September 28, 1970

Yesterday’s meetings were good. The monthly branch presidents meeting in Recife was canceled, and I did not have to go this weekend. Edmilson still taught the priesthood lesson, however. The subject was the Word of Wisdom, and he did a fine job. I am so proud of him and his growth. Youth fireside was at the chapel this afternoon. We previously ate at Aldo’s house and helped Adriano celebrate his eighth birthday, which was Sunday. The choir sang “Meu Testemunho” ["My Testimony"]in sacrament meeting. The new elders both spoke briefly. It was a good day.

Today we did not play volleyball because Elder Knecht had a sore back. We talked of going to the beach but never did make it there. I wrote a lengthy letter to Elder Blackham, in which I filled him in on everything that has been happening and how everybody reacted to his leaving and how I felt about it all. Tonight’s district meeting was mostly planning and orientation for the two new members of the district. Elder Hendrickson and I directed home evening at Aldo’s place.

Tomorrow is Mom’s birthday. Number 55, I believe. I wanted to radio to her, but it did not work out.

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