Rudy Rey's baptism

Rudy and Kimberly 

after baptism

One of the things we love the most about living in New Mexico (besides the people, climate and food!) is the growth we are seeing in our ward from missionary work. Already this year alone we've had three baptisms! The most recent convert, Rudy Rey was baptized today.  His story is that in April he got a job offer in Boston. He and family were literally driving from Las Vegas to  Boston and made a pit stop in Las Cruces. They decided not to take the job in Boston and to stay in Las Cruces for good. Through a turn of events Rudy ended up taking the missionary discussions and decided to get baptized. His wife and children were already members. They've been waiting for this moment for 18 years. They are cool people, we are excited they are in our ward. Shane got to know Rudy going on splits with the missionaries. Rudy asked Shane to give one of the talks at his baptism. Shane did a great job, the Spirit was strong. I'm really thankful to be here in Cruces and go to the baptisms.  Last night during family scripture study we read in Luke that Heavenly Father knows we have needs--He knows we have need to eat, have clothing, etc. If we do what is most important and have faith and trust in him, then all of those things will be added unto us. The Rey's story is evidence of that.