Serving in Quito North

 We had an opportunity to attend another river baptism on Sunday in Shushufindi. It was a very rainy day, but this sister's determination was firm. This particular spot was built with stairs, which was perfect for our use. After Elder Zubiaga immersed her and brought her out of the water, friends rushed to her to wrap her with towels and blankets. She began bearing her testimony, especially to her husband and children, still halfway in the water, of the truthfulness of the Church and her love of Jesus Christ. Because General Conference is scheduled for the next week, this sister needed to receive the Holy Ghost at water's edge. I held an umbrella over her head and the 5 missionaries gathered around her. It was a special moment for me and felt the Spirit so strongly.

 Saturday was a special day down at the Aguarico River in Lago Agrio. Six new members entered the waters of baptism. Our font was being reworked so the nearby river was approved. We were so blessed to join with them in this wonderful event. Elder Lower is such a great missionary. I was mildly concerned about the strength of the current, but everyone stayed on their feet. This little 8-year-old was ready for his father to baptize him. Wilson, the furthest on the back right, was baptized just 2 weeks ago and was able to perform one of the baptisms on this day.