Anziano K, Lorenzo, Sorella Krueger
On November 20, 2011 (a really great day, Lynne's birthday), Lorenzo Loverde was Baptized into the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints!!!!! We met with Lorenzo the first Sunday we were in Rome! We had a great lesson with him after Church and he said he was not ready to be baptized. He had met with the missionaries many times......but did not feel the Spirit. We suggested he read in the Book of Mormon, Alma Chapter 22. He agreed. We felt an instant connection with Lorenzo! He is such a great guy!
We emailed our family and asked everyone, including our grandkids to pray for him! About a week and a half later one the missionaries walked into the Mission Office and said, "Lorenzo walked right up to me in Church, and said, I want to be Baptized!!!!" HOORAY!!!! Sister Krueger started to cry!!! We were soooo happy!!! Lorenzo said as he read the scriptures and prayed, he felt his heart change!!!
He was confirmed the following Sunday and we had him over for dinner that night. We really enjoyed getting to know him! He had a very difficult childhood and was orphaned at the age of nine. He was passed from Uncle to Uncle and not treated well. His wife died about a year and a half ago. He lived with his Aunt until she died about a year ago. He is very acquainted with the rigors of life, and has a depth of spirit and strength of character that we found to be very inspiring!
We are very priviledged to be a part of this great work and we are so thankful to be able to take part in helping others discover the happiness and truth that comes with being a member of The Church of Jesus Christ!
Thank you for all of your prayers on Lorenzo's behalf and on our behalf! We love you and appreciate you all so much!!!
Love, Anziano and Sorella Krueger
I know Lorenzo. He attended my baptismal service and the missionaries had me talk to him for awhile afterwards. He's from Sicily, so yep he's special! I got to meet him on the day he had his interview for the baptism and he seemed really determined to what was right. It's good that he'll have the chance to spend time with you, since you're in the same ward: you'll be a great example to him. As you are for me actually! Hugs.
ReplyDeleteThis is such amazing news!! I will tell the kiddos, they will be happy to know their prayers were heard. I'm so happy that right away you are having such great experiences...we love you guys and are so proud of you!!
ReplyDeletePS I'm so happy to see you were able to add your own post, woo hoo! :)
What an amazing man Lorenzo is! My heart aches for what he has suffered in his life, but I also rejoice in the peace and love that the gospel brings! I am so happy for him! This is wonderful news!
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