Corozal, Conference, and Camp

Corozal is the most northern town in Belize, along the Mexico border and the coast. We were there for a day and night to conduct mission business, and stayed in a cabaña at the Tilt-Ta-Dock Resort. It was a breezy day.

All the missionaries in the country enjoy meeting together every six weeks for Zone Conference.  Right now we have 19 missionaries and three senior couples serving in Belize.  President and Sister Adams (front row, red tie) came from mission headquarters in El Salvador to interview the missionaries and to train us.

The two zone leaders, Elder Magnusson, and Elder Flake, and President and Sister Adams taught us, and later districts met in groups to practice their teaching.   President and Sister Adams were presented with a card signed by all their missionaries recognizing their two years of service.

I was in charge of the meals for zone conference this time. Everyone was excited over the tacos for lunch.  They were especially happy that there was enough so they could go back for seconds...and thirds!

Sisters Arteaga and Kruyer in our district are dedicated, strong teachers of the gospel.  They also enjoy a home cooked meal every once in a while, complete with watermelon, my favorite!  

As we travel to the different branches each Sunday, it's wonderful to see the youth leaders signing up their peers for youth camp that will be held in August.

The picture on the left popped up on my Facebook wall stating that it was a memory from June 30, 2016.  The caption read:  "It's someone's last day of work.  #retirementherewecome".  Today I say, "What a difference two years makes."  

Prophets spoke for God anciently. Teaching the people of Belize that God has a prophet on Earth today is one of our principal reasons for being on our mission.

You can also see the video by clicking here

You have heard of prophets in the Bible, and you may have heard of modern-day prophets too. Who are they? What is their purpose? 

God told Noah to build an ark before the flood came. He did, and the family of Noah was saved. God gave Moses 10 commandments to teach to the people. Those who follow the commandments were blessed. Noah, Moses, and other prophets found in the Bible were called by God to speak for Him. When they did, it was as if God was speaking.

Mormons believe God still speaks to us, His children, through prophets. Just like prophets found in the Bible and The Book of Mormon, additional scripture, today’s prophet is a witness of Jesus Christ. He testifies of the Savior’s divinity and teaches His gospel. He receives direction from God and often offers warnings in order to prepare us for what is to come.

So who are these modern prophets?  Watch the video to learn more.....