All is Well!

Anne was very ready to receive the teachings of the gospel. She has an assignment already to work in the Young Women's Organisation and seemed very happy with that. Elder Stevens said that many members turned out to support her on this special day. God bless you Anne, I look forward to giving you a hug when we are next in Limassol

Smiles All Round!

I had the wonderful opportunity to sit in on a lesson with Anne and the Elders. I found in her a great desire to follow the Lord. She has a love and excitement about the gospel that is quite delightful.

A Happy Group.

Peter Caprini a member of the Paphos Branch had the privilege of baptising Anne.

Anne is Baptised!

Anne was taught by Elders Cook and Stevens in the village of Monagroulli. Here they are in Limassol by the beautiful Meditteranean Sea.

The Baptism of Stephen.

It was so good to attend the baptism of Stephen Maqsood on Saturday the 27th August 2011. He was taught by Elders Deeley and Stelter and baptised by Elder Mower. Elder Mower has a calming influence on those he is about to baptise. He is kind and loving and administers with power and authority. Brother Maqsood bore testimony after the baptism and said " I am very glad and thankful that you are here to support me"

Angela's Visit to Athens.

Here we have Angela a member of the church who is visiting from Canada with John Sesay a member of the Acropoli Branch. Angela's first contact with John was in June 2010 when they began talking to one another online. John was not a member then and had many questions that Angela helped him with. She went further by contacting the Greece Athens Mission and gave John's name as a referral. Missionaries called on John and began teaching him at the beginning of September and by the end of September 2010 he entered the waters of baptism. John is now the Elders Quorum President of the Acropoli Branch and has been the instrument whereby many others have joined the church. It was so lovely to see Angela here in Athens and we are thankful to her for being a light to others.

The Assistants!

Here we have President Charles with Elder Loynes and joining the team Elder Woodger. We look forward to the days ahead for we are sure that they will be filled with inspiration and lots of laughter.

Together Again!

Three wonderful sisters who had served in the Greece Athens Mission went to support members from Greece attending  the Frankfurt Temple for the first time. Elder and Sister Andros were the escorts for 2 beloved members that they had taught in Temple Preparation Class.

Courageous Cougars!

We had the privilege of having the BYU's basketball team in Athens. Prior to their match with Hellas the Greek National Team they attended a fireside at the Acropoli chapel. Coach Rose and his wife Cheryl spoke and players Noah Hartsock and Brock Zylstra. President Charles was the concluding speaker. The chapel was filled to the brim and many were touched by the Spirit. We enjoyed supporting the BYU squad at the match and were proud to be associated with such fine young people.

Lyn's Baptism in Larnaca.

I met Lyn just before she had her baptismal interview and was so impressed with her desire for baptism. It was on a Sunday evening when we met and that morning she had walked a long way to get to church despite having injured her ankle. You can see by the smile on her face how delighted she is.

Baptism of Lyn in Larnaca.

Lyn (Melinda Frias) was taught by Elders Mossner and Kopischke and baptised by Elder Mossner on Saturday 13th August 2011. I remember meeting her a couple of weeks ago in Larnaca and she was overjoyed to have her baptismal date.

After Church!

Listening to the recording of the mission song. We love to listen to it over and over again for it fills us with great hope.

Elder Yates Forgot to Make His Face!

Everyone is trying not to laugh at Elder Yates. The scary face has become a tradition, but I promise Sister Yates that I will get some 'normal' poses from your son.

A Baptism in Thessaloniki

I have to apologise for the mix up of posting this picture so late. Yiannis was baptised in June, he was taught by Elders Muurling and Antonopoulos and also by Elder Radnoti. In the picture from left to right are Brother Sotiri 1st Counsellor in the Thessaloniki Branch, Elder Radnoti, Yiannis and Elder Antonopoulos. Yiannis loves to sing and has LDS tapes in his car to which he sings along with great energy.

An Airport Reunion.

Tom and Daniel come back to visit. They are enjoying visiting with members and renewing contacts with those that they taught. It was wonderful to feel of their spirit. God bless them for the great work they performed here. We are grateful for the firm foundations that they have laid and upon which others continue to build.

Elder Rimmel Visits Cyprus.

We met up with Elder Rimmel at Larnaca Airport. Here he is listening to the latest recording of the mission song.

Farewell from the Niebuhr's.

Elder and Sister Niebuhr are spending their preparation day ferrying missionaries back and forth. They too wanted to say goodbye to Elder Muurling as they have worked closely with him in Nicosia.

Larnaca Airport.

It is time to say goodbye to Elder Muurling. We wish him well, and are full of gratitude for the great service he has so freely given. Next to Elder Muurling on the left is Rajesh Bogati of the the Nicosia Branch. He begins today to serve a mini mission with a view to serving a full time mission in the near future.

Farewell!

A last farewell to the family that will eternally be in their hearts.

Happy Day!

Elders Cook and Stevens were involved in teaching and baptising a lovely family. I am not able to publish photos at this time but want to tell you that it was a spiritual journey for the Elders and this amazing family.

Getting Ready to Witness a Baptism.

President Hughes ( President of the Limassol Branch) and his twin boys.

Limassol Beach

From left to right our daughter Becky and just behind her Daniel her husband. We then we have Rachael and her husband Stuart. It has been so lovely to hug them all again.

Elder Stevens

Here we have Elder Stevens with my daughter Rachael and her husband Stuart. Elder Stevens is from our Stake back home.

Some of the Young Adults in Nicosia.

Elders in the Spotlight.

We had fun at the Centre for Young Adults in Nicosia. the Elders had written down some things that they had experienced in their lives thus far. We had two teams and when something was read out we voted on which Elder it was. Much laughter ensued and we all learnt a little bit more about these faithful servants of the Lord.