Three of the five quintuplets have already begun their missions, with the other two set to begin in the summer.
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On Instagram, thousands have drawn inspiration from this ward’s missionary activity.
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“Knowing that the Lord knew me before this life and ordained me to serve in certain callings amazes me.”
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Both women hope to use their individual backgrounds to serve.
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Adjustments are intended to enhance the guest experience and increase missionary opportunities.
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Every region in the world experienced at least a 20 percent increase in convert baptisms.
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“Many hands make light work,” said Provo MTC President Stephen W. Owen. “And boy, there are a lot of hands.”
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“For some siblings, a departing elder or sister missionary feels akin to grieving a death.”
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She shared touching advice for young women who may be feeling nervous after the age-change announcement.
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This missionary age change is effective immediately.
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Although they had not yet learned about God, both believed in some kind of higher power.
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The additions will bring the worldwide total to 506 missions.
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We’ve gathered some inspiration for posters you can make to bring to the airport or hang up at home.
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It might seem early, but now is the time to start gathering your missionary’s Christmas package to ensure their gifts are mailed in time.
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“To serve in the temple is a sweet experience,” Therese Steadman said. “To serve with family is like icing on the cake.”
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The MTC will remain fully operational throughout the multiyear project.
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“When you are doing important things, things get in your way,” the Apostle said, just moments before the sound system unexpectedly shut off.
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Sean Sheffey felt a God-shaped hole in his life. Then missionaries approached him in a skatepark.
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Elder Lieber found her two days before the end of his service as a senior missionary.
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The sisters, who spent most of their lives on opposite sides of the United States, now serve as companions in Croatia.
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The restored gospel answered Jozsef’s deepest questions. But embracing it would change nearly everything about his life.
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Kelly often wondered if he’d made a lasting impact during his mission—now, he had an answer.
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“This may be the most memorable thing we did when my sister returned home from serving her mission.”
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Kuchad began carving storyboards while incarcerated as a young man. During those dark years, two young Latter-day Saint missionaries had come to visit the prison regularly.
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“I remember standing in my living room and telling God, ‘I need help. I just can’t do this anymore.’”
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Here are five things missionaries do that can heighten the impact of your scripture study.
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The words come from the war chapters in the Book of Mormon.
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For a hymn centered on joy, the lyrics originate from a surprising place.
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In a “divinely orchestrated exchange,” the couples found out their sons will be in their respective missions.
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After a life-changing conversion, Sery Kone played a special role at the dedication.
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We polled sister missionaries for their recommendations. See the list!
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“I want to make people smile. I want to show them why I love the gospel so much.”
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BYU–Hawaii president shares three great ideas to help kids be prepared to thrive spiritually.
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“I meet people, help tourists, and do many other things to help,” said Elder Ramos Silva. “It has been an excellent experience for me.”
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After heart problems ended his proselyting mission, Elder Logan Castleton prayed for inspiration on what to do next.
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The belt is constantly moving between missionaries in the Ashby family.
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“I jumped at the chance,” singer Alex Sharpe said.
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“I want to be able to take that feeling in my heart and share it with others,” Chan Yiu Wu says.
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“As far as I can tell, there’s only one world-proof shield that you can send them with.”
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Anick Gervais of Sudbury, Ontario, has introduced thousands of people to the restored Church.
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From mini statues of Christ to inspiring socks, find the perfect gift for your missionary.
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Over 40 years after escaping a genocidal regime, the Eavs never could have imagined their oldest grandchildren would serve in Cambodia.
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Before college, Taysom Hill experienced strong opposition to his decision to put his football career on hold and serve a mission.
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From conflict resolution skills to a consistent sleep schedule, missions can bless your life in many ways.
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The brothers submitted their papers at different times across four months, but then ended up at the MTC together.
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Richard and Barbara Winder, residents of South Jordan, Utah, have just become the first Utahns to receive the Czernin Palace Award. This highly prestigious award is given by the Czech Republic to a person or group that has contributed significantly to positive relations between the United States and the Czech Republic, and after more than 50 years of interaction with the Czech Republic, the Winders received the award in recognition of their efforts.
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Eight new missions of the Church are being created in Colombia, Ghana and Mexico; in the region of Vanuatu, New Caledonia and the Solomon Islands; in Utah and in Nevada. A mission in Moscow, Russia, is being combined with neighboring missions. Following is a rundown of the changes, which will be effective around July 1, when mission leadership changes occur. Please refer to the accompanying maps for new mission boundaries.
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Dan and Marie Wilkes are not your typical Mormon missionaries. Many Mormons, especially young men, travel to a new community for a year or two of service and proselytizing when they're in their late teens or early 20s.
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While completing an area review in Accra, Ghana, Elder Jeffrey R. Holland of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles met with area office employees, missionaries, and members, and encouraged them to reach their potential in their different capacities. Shortly after traveling from nearby Liberia, Elder Holland met with missionaries in the Accra Ghana MTC on Monday, February 13, 2012.
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It has been interesting for me to watch the reactions this past week as news stories illuminated yet again the contested territory where the free exercise of religion meets civic considerations and obligations. As I observed other LDS people comment on these stories, I realized that in our recent past, we have experienced something even more egregious and more threatening than being pressured to refrain from performing proxy baptisms for Holocaust victims.
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A common claim during this "Mormon Moment," in opinion columns and elsewhere, is that Mormons live in a bubble. Most specifically, Mormonism is said to have isolated a certain current presidential candidate from "real life" (during his missionary service, for example). So I've been reflecting upon my own experience, and on how my faith has — or hasn't — insulated me from the Real World.
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