Carlos Barbosa ;)
How are you liking your new area and your new companion?
Well
Are you still a trainer?
No, but I'm still the boss. :) District Leader
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And thus did the voice cry out from the wilderness. "O ye nations of Carlos Barbosa, repent and be baptized in the name of Jesus Christ unto the remission of your sins." That's right, I now find myself in the city of Carlos Barbosa, famous for it's wine and cheese. In fact, just this month they're holding the annual Festi-Queijo (Cheese-Fest). This means that there are thousands of cow statues in the street, and occasional pukeing because of over indulgence.
The city is really cool. There are a lot more people here, the city is beautiful, has a lot more hills, and is a lot colder. Unfortunately, trying that short sleeve stunt here will get me killed. I guess coats serve a purpose after all. :P My new companion, Elder Barbosa, is from Espírito Santo, a state that's very hot all year round. Because of this, he hit the flu season hard. However, unlike my big flu, we played it smart and stayed at home. Now, with a few pills, and a lot of homemade recipes by members, he is back up and kicking. What a marvelous thing!
As for me, I'm no longer trainer, so they felt I could be even worse as a District Leader. XP The story behind this gets even better, because I didn't even know I was District Leader until I was already arriving in the area. That's like arriving in a new country and the people tell you you're the president. ... Okay, not that extreme, but you can imagine my surprise. In the end, it is a wonderful opportunity I have to serve my fellow missionaries.
And now, how is the work? Sicknesses on the side, this area is wonderful! The people are really receptive, and the members are really cool. Even better, the families are elects. During our search for new investigators, we found one family of nine people all in the same house. We sat them all down and taught them about the restoration, and then invited them to be baptized. Their replies were simple. "Of Course." :D My companion and I were grinning from ear to ear. And had I had more time to write, I'd say all the great and remarkable questions they had. But, We'll leave that until next time.
In the end, I'll leave you all with a simple comment. The best leadership is that of love and humility. The Book of Mormon shows examples of the best Kings that worked for their own sustenance and served their people. Even Christ, the king of kings, came first to serve his fellow men. When we are given positions of leadership, we must be firm in what is right, but humble and loving as well. Charity is the pure love of Christ, and the greatest gift of all.
Thanks for everything! And until next time.
Elder Angus
Word of the week:
Queijo (KAY-joh) Cheese. Grape juice and cheese are not good to eat in excess. I've already seen the consequences. :l
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