"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).

Sunday, October 24, 2010

Saturday, October 24, 1970

Yesterday we worked on member packets and typed the letters that we will be using in our new tracting approach. Elder Hendrickson went through the phone directory, in the street lists, marking down all the people who have phones on a certain few streets in Farol. We have over a hundred names with which to start.

Following Primary last night Elder Smith and I worked together. Elders Hendrickson and Knecht were involved in play practice. The MIA is planning a play for the end of November. We took Sônia’s brothers home and had a short visit with her. Then we went to see Hévia. I asked her if she would talk in Sunday School. She was tickled at the idea.

This morning Elder Hendrickson and I had the chance to do a little tracting. That was fun for a change. We finished up the far end of Trapiche. Activity is growing out there in preparation for tomorrow’s opening game in the Trapichão.

This afternoon and evening were involved in MIA plans, activities, and meetings. We played volleyball. Ping-pong is a very popular sport.

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