We attended Church at the Kalubwe Ward chapel which is one of about 40 chapels in Lubumbashi where there are 4 stakes, each with 12 units. The hymns sung by the congregation and the ward choir were beautiful and energetic and the talks were excellent. Sunday School was taught by a sister who is a nutritionist who teaches at the University of Lubumbashi. The "Come Follow Me" lesson was on 2 Nephi 3-5 and included the teaching point: "Joseph Smith was chosen by God to restore the gospel." I again saw the fulfillment of this prophecy right before my eyes: "[Joseph's] name should be had for good . . . among all nations, kindreds, and tongues." (JS-H 1:33) The lesson was in French, but occasionally the teacher would summarize in Swahili for a few of the older sisters who do not speak French. It is always inspiring to me to see how the teachings of the Book of Mormon are relevant and inspiring to people of all cultures.
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