Youngs to the MTC

Verrol and Helen Young left for the MTC in Santo Domingo on June 24, 2010, EARLY IN THE MORNING! We had the privilege of traveling to their home at 4:00 AM to pick them up at 5:00 AM so that they could arrive at the airport at 6:10 AM. They were ready to go--three big bags and a couple carry-ons! They will be at the MTC for about a week and then head for Guyana to serve their mission. What a fine set of missionaries they will make. Like we have said before, the Calliaqua Branch will miss their Elders' Quorum President and their Relief Society President.





A little sleepy eyed this morning--Sister Collins! with her good friend!

Dominoes in St. Vincent

Dominoes is a favorite game all over the West Indies area; it's played by all ages and at all times of the day. They have a different twist on how it's played and most of the missionaries have learned to play. One day, June 24, 2010, while waiting for reading to start, Elder Buhler and Elder Jones were entertained by Sister Gracie and Brother Samuels (he is 6' 4" --Elder Jones called him "tall man" and Elder Jones (6'8") was called "tall boy"). A great way to really get acquainted with our members. I had to take the picture!


I love teaching these two reading also! They have a great desire to know more and do better.

Kingstown Baptism

Saturday, 19 June 2010, was a great day for baptisms in St. Vincent. Elder Scott and Dyson taught Brother Lewis and he accepted the invitation to be baptized; great testimony! Elder Logan and Elder Tyau and several of the Kingstown Branch members were there to witness this event. Brother Forde baptized Brother Lewis.


Brother Gary Adams fellow-shipped and helped teach.


A good group came to support Brother Lewis; he was baptized in the font at the Kingstown Chapel.

Baptism in the Calliaqua Bay

Saturday, June 19, 2010: Sister Lovena Cupid and her daughter Chantol were baptized in the Calliaqua Bay. We met at the church for a meeting and then drove down to the bay for the baptism.....remembering this spot from when we were here before. Elder Noah and Elder Henry have been teaching them this transfer; they were both baptized by our Branch President, President Robertson. Sister Cupid has a fear of water and so she was being really brave when it took three times to be a perfect baptism. They both were ready and have super testimonies!








Near the bottom of the steps, the Cupids are ready.......Elder Noah showing us that the water is ready! Elder Henry would also be a witness. Here he is waiting with Elder Collins.




Shannon found the swing!


The group watching!


Sister Lovena's turn; as Chantol watches her mother.



Now, Chantol........ and she was super excited; she had finally been baptized!


She ran down the beach with excitement and began hugging! Didn't matter that she was wet!






Bearing testimonies.......



Signing, "Teach Me to Walk in the Light": Elder Buhler/Elder Collins/Elder Jones leading/Sister Williams and children.



Couldn't resist the picture!


Sister Williams and baby--and Elder Henry.

Party for the Youngs!

President Verrol and Sister Helen Young will soon leave for their mission to Guyana; they attend the MTC in Santo Domingo on June 24th. The Calliaqua Branch held a party in their behalf, Friday night, June 18, 2010. Over 80 people were in attendance, including some from the Kingstown Branch. Lots of good food and songs/poems/and just a great time! Here is a picture of the Youngs with Sister David and others.


The kids were ready for food! And others were busy talking!


The Primus Family ----cute little Azaria



Outside with Brother Moses, his little girl and Brother Caesar. .....The Moses' Family! (from Kingstown)



The Calliaqua Branch will miss the Youngs!

There will be more pictures as I gather in the pictures from other cameras!