President Kretly's last visit to Angola

Hey Everyone, 
 
Last week was a very busy week. We had a visit from President and 
Sister Kretly for the last time. This last friday we had a Zone 
Conference with President Kretly. The conference ran really well and 
President Kretly had a lot to share with us. He gave us some words of 
advice on how to continue with the goal we have to establish the 
church here in Angola. With the switch of presidents and all he wants 
to make sure we are going to accept President Merrill with open arms. 
I don´t think there will be any problems because the missionaries here 
are super excited to become a mission and to meet President Merrill. 
The day after the conference we had baptisms. Cesarina (wife of 
Augusto) was finally baptized on Saturday. Augusto baptized his wife 
and it was a very touching experience to witness. I´m very happy for 
their family and the choices they are making. Augusto went from being 
a partying, drinking, and irresponsible father, to being a Melchizedek 
Priesthood holder and Executive Secretary of the branch. It´s crazy to 
see the changes that people are able to make in such a short time. I 
feel very blessed to have the opportunity to serve the Lord at this 
time in my life. I wouldn´t want to be anywhere else. I love you all 
and hope you all have a great week! 
 
Com amor, 
Elder Stewart