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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These important skills will help teens and young adults prepare emotionally to serve.
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Elder Michael T. Ringwood believes focusing on personal development can be a “first-class cause.”
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“Every region of the world is seeing an acceleration in the growth of convert baptisms.”
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These men were strangers before beginning their missions in Nauvoo.
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A Latter-day Saint father recently pulled off something amazing for his family.
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Portrayals of missionary safety in the media may leave people with questions. Here are some reassuring answers.
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Single men over 40 may now serve, and opportunities for single sisters are expanding.
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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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In 2004, a woman prayed that her newborn twins would find a loving home. On the other side of the world, an Arizona couple felt called to adopt.
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If you have a missionary out serving right now, this message from Elder Uchtdorf will uplift and inspire them.
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Ore Kaffo lived with her foster parents until a fateful day when she was almost 7 years old.
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Church leaders recently hosted the president of the International Olympic Committee for a special visit to Temple Square.
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Elder Jonathan Scheible and Elder Steven Evans served as mission companions in 1991. Now their sons serve as companions in the French-speaking Republic of Congo Brazzaville Mission.
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Here are a few insights from Apostles on the divine inspiration behind this special process.
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Lately, I’ve come to see wearing garments as a very deliberate choice I make—a choice that is becoming ever more meaningful to me.
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When asked why she wanted to serve a mission, her response was, “Because it’s the right thing to do.”
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Support a new missionary during their first weeks in the MTC by sharing these important reminders.
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In June 2024, the Montoya family reunited with the families who introduced them to the gospel 50 years ago.
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The family couldn’t believe it. With 414 missions worldwide, all three young men are learning Spanish to serve in the same country.
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Elder Andersen reassured new missionaries by sharing a scripture exercise you could easily try with your family.
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Singer Brandon Pak found newfound peace coming back to church after years away. Read his story and hopeful advice for supporting loved ones who leave.
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While visiting missionaries on his tour of the South Pacific, Elder Andersen met men and women from over 25 countries. In a recent Facebook post, Elder Andersen praised these young and faithful Saints, but then he went on to praise another group, those who are unable to serve missions for physical, mental, or emotional health reasons:
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Just after the Church updated their dress and grooming guidelines for missionaries, allowing them to wear conservative sunglasses and wide-brimmedhats to protect against the sun, they made another change: sister missionaries in some areas are now allowed to wear dress slacks.
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Just before the New Year, over 200 missionaries in New Zealand performed a special haka that was featured on Te Karere TVNZ. Not only was this sacred cultural dance taught to the missionaries, but Branch President Herewini Jones also made sure they understood the values and customs behind it. Check out this incredible mission tradition:
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Recently,Moroni Channel posted an absolutely stunning picture on Facebook of a man sharing his talents and his beliefs in an unconventional way. This sent us on a search to find other ways Latter-day members and missionaries have expressed their testimonies through art. Check it out:
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Well-dressed young men and women who learn foreign languages and travel the world—it sounds like something out of a James Bond movie, but it's actually quite common in our Church.
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The Church recently updated their dress and grooming guidelines for missionaries, allowing missionaries to wear conservative sunglasses and wide-brimmed hats in order to help them better protect against the sun.
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