Superman; Santa Cruz, Bolivia, to Chiclayo, Peru

 My first trip to help a missionary come home was to Santa Cruz, Bolivia, just a few days after arriving in Lima. The flight to Santa Cruz always leaves at 1 am in the morning arriving about 430 am in Bolivia. Working all night again. Just like the old days delivering babies!

Santa Cruz is a lovely, modern city - the largest city in Bolivia. The Church is strong here. A temple has been announced for Santa Cruz. 

Due to a series of  "fortuitous" events I was able to meet and tour the Clinica Fioanini with Dr. Fioanini, the current owner and director, and grandson of the original Dr. Fioanini.  He was very kind and gracious. He is a trauma surgeon and trained in the United States. The Clinica Fioanini frequently cares for our missionaries. It is considered the best hospital in Bolivia. After the visit, Dr. Fioanini gave me his cell phone number and told me to contact him anytime with any questions about the care of our missionaries in Bolivia. It is so clear to see the hand of the Lord in caring for His missionaries. 

Chiclayo is a city along the norther Peru coast.  It has a small airport. My heart goes out to these wonderful young missionaries that must return home sooner than planned. After we gathered the luggage and before going out to meet family, Elder opened a suitcase and pulled out a Bolivian flag and tied it across his shoulders like a cape.  Yes, Elder, you are a super man. God bless you.