El Clarn de El Faro

14 de Agosto de 2016

Message From Presidente Dayton

Inviting the World to be Baptized

As you are all aware, this last week the Spain Barcelona Mission had an "Invite the
World" week in which we set a goal for every companionship in the mission to invite 15
people to be baptized. The missionaries in El Faro are so committed and so
dedicated to the work of teaching repentance and baptizing converts that any time
you give them a challenge, they not only accept the challenge but embrace it and
exceed it. That was the case with the challenge of finding 8 news per week last
April/May when we found 907 "news" in one week--far exceeding the previous high of
650. Once again El Faro's true colors shown with a baptismal invitation extended to
1340 children of our Heavenly Father in one week, far exceeding the goal of inviting
1275. I was thrilled as I read your letters describing your experience. Many of you
expressed your feelings that as a result of the challenge, it actually became easier to
extend baptismal challenges and many of you became bolder and less inhibited in
extending the invitation to many people on the first encounter. The scriptures are full
of inspiring stories of great missionaries like Peter, Paul, Ammon, Amulek, Dan Jones,
Wilford Woodruff who boldly extended baptismal challenges on a first encounter.
Peter's experience is very illustrative on the Day of Pentecost when he extended a
baptismal challenge which resulted in over 3,000 baptisms.
According to Preach My Gospel, one way of fulfilling our desires to bring salvation
to the souls of our spirit brothers and sisters is to cry repentance and boldly invite
people to exercise faith unto repentance, to be baptized by water and the Spirit and
to endure faithfully to the end. Commitment is a crucial part of repentance. It is the
act of obligating our investigators to a course of action and then diligently following
through on that decision. When people are genuinely committed, they have real
intent, meaning that they full intend to do what they have committed to do.
We recently reviewed the results of our mission survey and in some area we were
outstanding but in other areas we need some more work. In response to the question,
"How often do I invite investigators to be baptized no later than the second lesson?",

as a mission only 29% said "Always", while 41% said "Almost always", and 22% said "Often."
As a mission I know we can do better than 29% who "Always" challenge our investigators
to be baptized no later than the 2nd lesson. Based on your letters, I read a number of
cases in which a bold invitation to be baptized resulted in a surprise answer of "yes" or
"yes, I do want to find out that it is true and will be baptized if I do." The elect of our
Heavenly Father will respond if the baptismal challenge is offered with sweet boldness
associated with great love, respect, and the presence of the Spirit.
It is my hope and prayer that every single one of us will be bolder in extending
baptismal challenges no later than the 2nd lesson. I believe the Lord will bless us richly if
we do so. "Luis, segur el ejemplo de Jesucristo al ser bautizado por alguien que
posee la autoridad del sacerdocio de Dios? Si, el dia 20 de agosto......"
Con appreciacion por un desafio fuerte de invitar para ser bautizado,
Presidente Dayton

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Message From Hermana Dayton

Character

Character is the inward motivation to do what is right according to the highest

standards of behavior in every situation and no matter the cost. It consists of the stable
and distinctive qualities built into an individuals life which determine his or her responses
regardless of the circumstances. Character is based on universal standards that are time
tested and recognized as being right.
Character is the wise response to the pressure of a difficult situation and what we do
when we think that no one is watching. At Mountain View High School in Mesa, Arizona
good character is emphasized. The Seniors who orient the incoming students wear tshirts that read, How do you live your life when nobody is watching? On the back of
the T-Shirt it reads,
I pledge to
I pledge to
I pledge to
I pledge to

be academically honest
be responsible
be respectful
be trustworthy

In the mission field we have the opportunity to build our character by working on
qualities such as faith, compassion, patience, diligence, etc. When we base our daily
decisions on good character we experience practical and lasting rewards. I love this
quote by Martin Luther King, The time is always right to do what is right.
President David O. McKay said, There has been but one perfect character in the
world Jesus Christ, the Son of God, the Redeemer of the WorldHis wisdom was so

broad and deep that it comprehended the ways of men and the purposes of God.
Every act that is recorded of his short, though eventful life, was one of benevolence that
comprehends charity and love. His self-control, whether exemplified in his power over his
appetites and passions or his dignity and poise when before his persecutors, was perfect
it was divine.
The Savior extended this invitation, Follow me and I will make you fishers of men.
(Matt. 4:19) The invitation to follow Christ is an invitation to follow his example and
become like him. We are grateful for your good character and well continue to pray for
you as you strive to become more like the Savior.
With much love,
Hermana Dayton

Christlike Attributes- Faith, Charity, Love, Virtue, Hope, and Humility, Knowledge & Wisdom,
Patience, Diligence, Creativity, Enthusiasm, Generosity, Forgiveness, Dependability, Availability,
Orderliness, Gratitude, Endurance, Persuasiveness, Compassion, Alertness, Character, Decisiveness,
Determination, Truthfulness, Benevolence, Honor, Sincerity, Punctuality, Joyfulness, Gentleness, Self
Control, Initiative, Cautiousness, Loyalty, Meekness, Sensitivity, Obedience, Discernment, Boldness,
Discretion, Responsibility, Attentiveness, Hospitality, Thoroughness, Deference, Justice,
Contentment, Tolerance, Resourcefulness, Thriftiness, Security

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Bautismos/Confirmaciones/Misioneros

Fiorella Tumbaco Baque

Ibiza

lderes Miller y Perri

Jos Mara Andres Lalaguna

Valencia 3A

lderes Kimball y Campbell

Constantin Tanase

Barcelona 1B

lderes Burton y Thompson

Eran contados y se
inscriban sus nombres

Bautismos/
Confirmaciones esta semana

Bautismos/
Confirmaciones este mes

12

Bautismos/
Confirmaciones hasta la fecha este
ao

252

22
may

29
may

5
jun

12
jun

19
jun

26
jun

3
jul

10
jul

17
jul

24
jul

31
jul

7
aug

14
aug

Bautismos

16

12

11

13

13

10

Confirmaciones

16

13

11

13

12

10

Fechas bautismales

142

100

106

126

114

107

94

100

92

108

131

135

116

Inv reunion sacramental

192

177

144

197

220

184

184

210

184

200

212

195

160

Lecciones con un
miembro

829

652

667

734

739

736

755

669

627

778

685

696

663

Lecciones con un m. p.

44%

44%

37%

39%

41%

40%

42%

41%

35%

40%

40%

37%

37%

Nuevos Investigadores

679

477

649

752

673

716

680

546

698

694

574

676

594

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And the Spirit shall be given unto you by the prayer of faith.
Doctrine & Covenants 42:14

Compaerismos que lograron

las pautas de excelencia:
CINCO:

Oremos por estos investigadores con

fechas bautismales para esta semana:

lderes Kimball y Campbell

CUATRO: lderes Burton y Thompson

lderes Woodmansee y Keen
lderes Ormsby, Maurer, y Lake
lderes Pratt y Dunn

Juan Diego
Sina
Marilyn
Cornelia
Annie, Brenda
Vivian
Paula, Grimaldo,
Mariana
Milagro
Andrea
Alicia, Oyer
Pompeyo
Alain
Francisco, Carlos
Aritz
Jos Ramn
Norman

Barcelona 1A
Sabadell 2A
Terrassa A
Manresa A
Badalona 1B
Gerona B
Zaragoza 2A
Andorra
Santander B
Las Arenas A
Hospitalet 1A
Martorell
Tarragona A
Vitoria A
Vitoria C
Palma 2B

The Zone
Hospitalet is in the Zone!
-With a average of 10.82 member present lessons this past
week!

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The Miracle of Baptism

It has been a week of miracles!
already. He was Muslim so I
I had my first baptism. Asu, who
think some people were a little
is 9 got baptized this Sunday.
skeptical at first but now they
grateful
for
the
prayers,
We originally had her fecha for
all support him and his choices.
I'mpretty sure that is what did
Saturday August 6, and she
It is great getting to see
the trick, that the Lord touched
didn't feel ready so we pushed it
someone change so much
their hearts because of the
back to August 13. We felt like
with the help of this gospel.
prayers rom the whole mission,
we should move it up to this
Elder ______ and I are great
just like Alma Sr. and his wife
Sunday, the 7th, so we asked
and we are seeing miracles
did for their son Alma Jr.
her how she felt about it. She
every day and we get along
kept saying "no,no, no, Sabado".
so well.
Rosino was baptized and it
We had faith and scheduled a
was truely beautiful. His story
baptismal interview for her. After Yiny got baptized!!!!:) She
starts back in Ecuador where
the interview the district leader
was so prepared and I
he has many friends who are
said that he was excited for
remember just sitting with her
members, and from their
Sunday. We thought he was
and we had taught her
examples he was interested in
joking with us and come to find
everything, she had been on
the church. So when he saw us
out, Asu changed her fecha to
and off of fetcha and then I
the missionaries here he came
Sunday all by herself! When the
just told her "You know that you
right over and started to talk,
time is right the Lord always
are ready to get baptized
and after that moment there
comes to it.
don't you?" And she said
has not been a Sunday he has
"really?!?" And then Elder ____
missed of coming to church.
This week was pretty good.
looked exactly at me and I
He was so prepared, he was
And when I say pretty good I
pulled out my agenda and we
really
already
living
the
mean, WONDERFUL because
did a practice interview, which
commandments and so when
we had A BAPTISM!!!! Roberto,
of course she passed and then
we asked him to be baptized
our dear Italian friend, was
she came to church and was
he said yes, and he really
baptized!!! What a happy day
baptized
the
next
pulled us along. Then at his
to see him enter into the waters
Saturday...this whole push to
baptism he was very calm and
of baptism. As Roberto came
Baptize the World has really
prepared, and after he was so
out of the water he exclaimed,
inspired me to be more brave,
happy and very touched, he
"MUY BIEN!" . I couldn't have said
thank you president for guiding
told me how he felt like he was
it better myself! The baptism
this army to victory!
in a novel, but then something
went so smoothly. And not only
more touching to me was in
that but it was his birthday as We have been able to see
fast and testimony meeting
well!!!! (He turned 65) I would
Nelly finally take the step of
after he had received the holy
say that's the greatest birthday
baptism, and she didn't do it
ghost he bore a testimony
he has ever had. One of my
alone, her youngest
son
about how he had felt so good
favorite parts was when he bore
decided to be baptized as
after his baptism, but really
his testimony he talked a lot
well! I'm so grateful to be able
that was little compared to
about the hope of a new life.
to witness and help be part in
how he felt when he received
And that is exactly what
teaching Nelly and Kevin. And
the Holy Ghost...
baptism is. It is a rebirth, a new
what made their moment
life! What a great day it was!
even sweeter was when they And our #1 miracle this week
got
baptized
on
Kevin's
was the baptism of Cindy! It
Hey president this week the
birthday! It probably was one
was so crazy. First of all, during
miracle we saw was Farrids
of the best birthday presents
sports in the morning, my dear
baptism. We did it in a big pool
Kevin
could
have
ever
companion
sustained
a
looking thing which was cool.
received. The gift of eternal life
(nearly) back-breaking injury
He's a great guy and the ward
for him and his mother from his
and so we were in the
has really accepted him
Heavenly Father. And I'm so
emergency room and didn't

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The Miracle of Baptism

get to the church until like 5

minus quarter. But we did
manage to get the font full,
print (one or two) programs,
and coordinate the fact that
there were 2 whole baptismal
services happening at the
same time. But once the
program started, the Spirit
descended upon us and it was
beautiful. It was among the
most beautiful baptism services
I have ever attended. (And
Alex her husband promised us
she would never go inactive,
so bonus!) I was so very happy.
Especially at the end when we
sang families can be together
forever. I am so excited that in
a year they can go to the
temple
and
be
sealed
together and be a forever
family.
Esta semana tambin fue
increble, tuvimos los bautismos
de Jos y Javier. El barrio
apoyo

mucho en el hermanamiento de
ambos, en especial de Jos
porque su madre Aura an no
ha tomado el paso. Ella necesita
bastante apoyo aunque esta
sper feliz de la decisin de su
hijo y ella est aprendiendo
poco a poco pero necesita un
poco ms de humildad para
recibir sus respuestas. En el
servicio se sinti un espritu muy
bonito
y
cuando
Javier
comparti su testimonio fue
increble. Cuando estabas a
punto de entrar en la pila
bautismal, me dijo que se senta
como un nio otra vez y estaba
muy emocionado de haber
tenido esta oportunidad de
conocer la verdad y tener tanto
gozo en su corazn. Jos es un
jovencito muy valiente al dar
este gran paso a su edad y
viviendo en Espaa con tantas
distracciones
que
existen,
ayudar a su madre en su
conversin.

discussed a few 9 year old

children who hadn't been
baptized, so this week we
passed by the house of one of
these families. now, I had passed
by this house about 20 times
before and they had never
answered, but on tuesday the
mom was home and we talked
for a bit and set up a return visit
for the next day. We went the
next day and taught the whole
family including the less active
dad who hadn't been to church
in 8 years. We taught them
lesson 3 and we set a fecha with
the boy. Later on sunday we
talked to the grandma of the 9
year old boy and she told us that
she was in the temple this week
and that on tuesday she prayed
for her grandson so that he
could be baptized. it was the
same day we decided to pass
by the house.

Dear president, In consejo de

barrio a few weeks ago, they

hacemos todo lo que podemos a fin de que la obra avance;

pero sta es la obra del Seor, l la dirige y l est al mando. Nos
maravillamos al verlo abrir puertas que nosotros no podemos
abrir y efectuar milagros que apenas podemos imaginar
lder Neil A. Andersen

Calendar Reminders
Specialized Training
15/8 Valencia
16/8 Bar/Badalona
Transfers
Tuesday 23 August

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