Strengthing Irgandí And Ukupa

It's been a dream this week in Guna Yala. It's unbelievable here. Being here has made me really appreciate God's creation. I'll drop some pics for you guys to see!

 

 

The work here is a bit slower. In these 2 villages, it's mandatory to drink "chicha fuerte" which is alcohol that they make here. Basically every few weeks there's a chicha fuerte day and everyone gets drunk including 14 year olds. It's super sad and I'm not looking forward to when that day comes. So pretty much all of the members have problems with the word of wisdom. Despite this struggle we're seeing miracles and I'm excited to help these families and the branches. 

 

 

In this zone our main focus isn't really to baptize. We are here to strengthen the members and their testimonies(strong enough to obey the word of wisdom), help with the organization of the branch, teach the branch president to be responsible, get positions filled, activate members especially priesthood holders, and train members in their callings. It's a process but I enjoy it a lot. There's nothing better than doing the Lord's work and helping his children come unto Christ and back into the fold. 

 

 

Make sure to read the Book of Mormon frequently to maintain and increase your testimony of God's love and the Restored Gospel. 

 

 

Love, Elder Felt









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