“Following Jesus in Barbados,” Friend, August 2024, 6–7.
Following Jesus in Barbados
Meet Antonio!
How Antonio Follows Jesus
Antonio follows Jesus by sharing his testimony. One Sunday before church, Antonio decided he would share during testimony meeting that day. He wrote his testimony down in a notebook and read from it. “I shared my belief that Jesus Christ died on the cross and that He loves every one of us and cares for us,” he says.
Antonio knows that sharing his testimony helps him feel the Holy Ghost. It also helps him feel closer to his grandad who died a few years ago. He says, “I know my grandad and my entire family support me, and that helps my testimony to grow!”
About Antonio
Age: 11
From: St. Michael, Barbados
Language: English
Goals: 1) Go to the temple to be baptized for his grandad. 2) Become a pilot. 3) Become a professional football player.
Hobbies: Going to the beach, playing football, and playing video games with his friends
Family: Antonio, Mom, Dad, and an older brother
Antonio’s Favorites
Book of Mormon Story: When Nephi gets the brass plates from Laban (see 1 Nephi 4)
Family Tradition: Having lunch with extended family on Christmas
Fruit: Strawberries
Color: Blue
Primary Song: “Popcorn Popping” (Children’s Songbook, 242)
Illustrations by Mike Mullan