McMurray Scotland-Ireland Mission Blog

 What a Week Elder Truman and Durham bring some color to our days. We took Elder Truman to experience the Marina Market for a pulled pork sandwich and ice cream. Our friend, Jason, following our including him in a very nice Thai meal a few days before, invited us over to his home where he had prepared a feast for us; tossed salad, Beef Wellington, roast potatoes and vegetables, and some ice cream and cake for dessert. What a nice gesture by Jason. Jason Peters is a great cook. Jacqueline Roy has become a great friend. She lives in a humble home about 45 minutes from Cork, in Ballymacoda. This is an idyllic little village not far from the Atlantic Ocean. We had gone down to visit her a few weeks ago but the weather was fowl so we didn't get to do any hiking or walking.  We picked a great day this week, mostly sunny, with a light breeze. Jacqueline selected the Capel Way Coastal Trail for a very enjoyable walk - passing the signal tower, and with stunning views of the sea cliffs...

One Day At A Time.... Brother William Quirke, between Elder Durham and Elder Botos - this is a great man, an Irishman who has been a member of the Church in Cork since 1969. He is a modern pioneer. He is a counselor in the Elders Quorum, and acts in the role of Branch Mission Leader. Without fail in our weekly Mission Correlation Meeting he will bear his testimony to us of his faith in Jesus Christ. He'll often turn to others and ask them to likewise bear their testimonies - and with that sweet spirit there, he then leads us through discussions on how we can reach out to others in loving and natural ways. Whether a person is 25 yrs old, or 75 yrs old, Brother Quirke will phone and talk to them, and will visit them, and encourage them and counsel with them. Bill's conversion to the restored gospel of Jesus Christ changed his life those many years ago, but it continues to be a blessing to all of us here in Cork. A utility account, usage and credits remaining device. When credits ...