(Mariah), I wish I had spoken the language better. It didnt usually get too hot except for when the wind blew in from the Sahara. And one . Slightly nerve racking but ultimately hilarious. (Zakarias), Buying three tickets for Trois from a kiosk in Le Havre. Elders, resale shops are great for finding cheap suits while in the field. (Mariah), Cooking. Get to know the members, become their friends, and find out ways how you can help them do missionary work. This is true for all those who have the desire to serve. (Alex), Having an Amish call and say that the Book of Mormon is true and that he wants to be baptized. We were walking home from the train to our apartment and a drunk guy threw a glass bottle at us that narrowly missed us. It was the first time for me! Today, Brother Luala is preparing to enter the holy temple. THE HONEY MOON ONLY LASTS FOR TWO WEEKS. (Aaron), Communication skills, teaching skills (especially listening! We spoke French to her and she repeated it all in Russian. (Alex), Living in the neuf-trois in Paris during gang fights(Jacob), We were a little bit late coming home one night. But work is progressing, and swinging upward. Remember this when you are off your mission and are in the process of choosing an eternal partner. Pack light. You WILL go through several pairs. Believe that everything will work out and dont worry so much. Courage, empathy, being able to work hard. It doesnt make sense to have to use time to even begin to find a testimony on your mission when you could be bearing it instead to people that need it. He knows exactly where to find those who are prepared for His message, and He knows how to touch their hearts. The first was humbling because he showed me that I was arrogant and inflexible. (Bryan), One time playing soccer near the Eiffel Tower and watching a bunch of illegal sellers of tourist items running away from police and diving into bushes and seeing all their stuff flying everywhere. Save some money and buy a suit or two in France. Crepes. Whether we are full-time missionaries or not, no matter where were from or what language we speak, we can all invite others to come unto Christ and partake of the joy that can only be found in His gospel. Know the history of the restored Church just like you should know scripture. To this day, he recalls how miraculous it was to meet missionaries in Arizona who could speak his language. *Click here to browse Paris Mission gifts. My advice is to rely with all your heart on the Lord and you will make it. How to build an extra floor on a building. Heres a list of LDS missionary blogs for the ParisMission. That feeling of love was astounding. Bread. In some towns we tracted in, every single home had roses growing so that the whole city smelled of roses. This helped me to accomplish many things later in life. (Matt), Being threatened numerous times and actually being punched in the face. Among the hardest things Id done. Ah well. You never know what the Lord has in store for the friendships you build with members and investigators. Now my son is also serving in the same mission I know there were about 100 + missionaries and maybe 20-some sisters It was a lot smaller area than it is now. (For sisters) A coat with a hood. Utah St. George Mission. (Michael), It covers three countries. 4. (Anonymous), Crepes, bread, cheese, pate, patisserie, grec, kabab, etc. I love their appreciation and priority for music and the arts. (Matt), Each area has its own culture really. Throughout our time as missionaries here, we have learned three important truths about missionary work that wed like to share with our fellow missionaries around the world. Hangers take up a lot of space in your luggage. No clue why but he then proceeded to yell at us and we just walked away. (Jeffrey), Have a young punk kid saying ta mre and I laughed back at him because I realized he had just said youre mom which doesnt translate as a bad word into English. (Michael), It will be the hardest thing you ever do. So are the Africans, who tend to be very open spiritually. All over the world, God has called His children to serve in capacities where they can help bring the knowledge of a Savior to the people around them. In the Book of Mormon, King Benjamin prophesies, And moreover, I say unto you, that the time shall come when the knowledge of a Savior shall spread throughout every nation, kindred, tongue, and people (Mosiah 3:20). For many of them, the path that led them to the restored gospel of Jesus Christ wasn't easy, but meeting these people has helped us see how the Lord guides people to find His true gospel. It is such beautiful countryside, both in natures landscape, and also in the architecture of the little roads, the stone buildings, the manicured trees and the history there . Never had done it. Blessings continue to flow from service. Other times, it was just having a conversation with the man in the park about death, and what he was going through. Weve learned some valuable lessons from our unique mission experience. Racolette. After the dinner we headed towards the metro, but it was shut down due to a transit strike. Chinese people are absolutely amazing, humble and kind. Most of which concern public transportation and drunk people, haha. French Language Called to Serve LDS Mormon Missionary design for sister or elder missionaries serving in Paris or Lyon France, Belgium, Switzerland, Montreal Quebec, Benin, Cote d'Ivoire, Congo, Madagascar, or any other French speaking missions. So Why Did My Husband Want to Join It? Not a big one. She asked me if the Book of Mormon could truly change her life for the better. (Anonymous), It gets very hot and very cold. When I got there, it was amazing how many members came over to welcome me back with so much love even though I had been gone for quite some time in a different area. We were told that our street was pretty much on the line of the evacuation zone and that we could leave if we wanted but otherwise were advised to stay in our apartment until the demolition specialist from Belgium could arrive on the TGV later that afternoon. It about caused her to pull a stitch. No smoking no drinking NO DRINKING WINE. You can get souvenirs, mementos, whatever, just remember that if you cant mail it home, though, youll have to carry it in a suitcase somehow. Charleroi is my idea of Zion. Libraries. But when I got to France they used cheese on everything and I started eating it and could not believe how much I loved it. Pastries. I learned how the Spirit worked with me more clearly. Product details Package Dimensions : 10 x 8 x 1 inches; 4.8 Ounces Here Are Five Ways to Find Answers, Helping Loved Ones Face Questions and Doubts about Faith. We made it clear that us sisters were missionaries and why we were here. They do provide sheets, but I suggest bringing your own haha. The mission designs are printed on white shirts and are shipped to you. (Kara), TIGHTS! (Douglas), Someone stopped me on the street and started asking about us. The members are incredible. We soon discovered that the Arizona Phoenix Mission is home to a large population of French speakers originally from West and Central Africa, Haiti, and other countries around the world. I want to live in a place like this. My nervousness changed to joy, and we kept walking along the road, talking to everyone that came close. . France Bordeaux Mission. It was awesome to see her progress, her maturity in the gospel, and how the Gospel filled her life with joy. He then reached out and grabbed some of my long red hair, and cut off several inches. How to serve and make amazing friends. (Valan), They seem cold at first, but once they warm up to you they are super friendly. (Matt), My family has grown much stronger together! (Valan), Not been so nervous and enjoyed it more. French Population. The people who remember you most are often the companions you serve with so be good to each other. He told us (in French) that he was excited to be there, but exciter in French means to be sexually aroused. The humidity makes it bitter. Things tend to work out, find joy in serving others. Try to remember the quality of the people represent more than the quantity of numbers you have. Sometimes it was foggy and so cold you couldnt wear enough clothes to stay warm. (Merrilyn), How to be humorous. (Valan), You will succeed. The more you pray, study and testify, the stronger your testimony will grow. The people take some getting used to but you will love them in the end. Frequently Asked Questions. The temperatures didnt seem all that different than the, Cloudy and rainy. (Merrilyn). I learned to love a large variety of foods. (Kale), Poubelles, crepes, couscous, steak-frites. You learn about traditions from every part of the world and celebrate with them. Alabama Birmingham. I told myself one more time he hits me he is going to to get the Book of Mormon across his head. And those talents are specifically required for the people you teach. (Valan), St Quentin, St Omer, Brussels, Paris, Nantes, Tours. Preach My Gospel: A Guide to Missionary Service, Children and Youth: A Face to Face Event with Elder GerritW. Gong. Later missionaries entered Quebec City where a branch was organized in 1969. Go all out! (Nicholai), I had 4 Mission PresidentsI only officially met 2 of them. (Jordan), If you say je suis plein for I am full it really means I am, HA HA I bet everyone makes this one. I trained Elder Jeffs. (adsbygoogle=window.adsbygoogle||[]).push({}); !function(f,b,e,v,n,t,s) You will never be in that place with that person again. Here are LDS-friendly educational videos aboutFrance. (Doug), Tamil riot near La Chapelle that we had to cross in order to get home. I asked for her name as she ran out and she yelled it back. Youll get rid of the big one quickly of you bring it. (Matt), How to find the good in others, studying for a couple hours at a time, and not being afraid to open my mouth. An assignment as unusual as a French-speaking mission in Arizona has certainly caused us to question the impact of our role once or twice. (Elsa), Grecs (kbab sandwiches) were a staple of my diet in every area I served in Northern France. An Apostle of Jesus Christ and his wife brought a familiar message of hope to French-speaking Latter-day Saints around the world on Sunday, February 21. Utah Salt Lake City Temple Square Mission. Paris is awesome. They were going against a whole lifetime of culture to live the principles of the gospel. (Mariah), Not many baptisms. Thats what its about Joy in the journey. Preaching the gospel of Jesus Christ to all the people of the world, each in their own language, is a mandate from God. (Anonymous), Perseverance. Lots of translating opportunities. (Dennis), Do not feel like you are not finding success if there are few baptisms. (Paul), Little to no snow.. humid. (Nicholai), Temperate 4 seasons. (Stuart), If you forget anything or need something unexpected you will have no trouble finding it in France. :) Although most Missionaries are American, there are a good number of native french speaking Missionaries as well. (Dennis), Planning, prioritizing, organizing meetings and much more. Like when someone disses someone and you say Burn! well I said Brul (burn) and found out that doesnt work too well. 4 seasons without the extremes you get in the Midwest. There are places in the world where the missionaries, even in their humble circumstances, are wealthier than the people they serve: dont insult them and embarrass yourself by over-dressing. The very first one!? It always opens doors. (Drew), I was on splits the first night of my mission with two elders. I love their architecture, their love of flowers and symmetry, their pride and knowledge of their history, their wisdom growing from their mistakes. (Bryan), A strong testimony of the work and of the church. Everything you do/learn will apply to whatever you do after your mission for the rest of your life. They also do their own laundry, exercise daily, eat nutritious meals provided by each MTC cafeteria and stay in touch with family and friends via weekly emails. (Michael), Too many to list. Sometimes I would directly translate English to French and confuse people too haha. Camembert & Brie. (Merrilyn), I never ate cheese in my life. It was right outside a train station and everyone stopped to see how I would react. Kebab. He then chased us out of the building with said knife. (Jacob), St Maur des Fosses, Chelles, Sarcelles, Rennes. MyMission.com provides free missionary websites to LDS missionaries and their families giving them a great way to communicate and share mission experiences. (Matt), Having my last lesson on my mission where our golden investigator told us a story where he met 2 young men in white shirts and ties that gave him a book that forever changed his life and his families. (Anonymous), My companion and I were beat up by three Arabs about a month after 9/11. Read the Book of Mormon in the language. (Doug), Seeing peoples lives change through reading the Book of Mormon with an open heart and mind. (Jeffrey), France is a beautiful country. I technically served 2 missions. Study skills. Each US mission has languages you are officially called to speak and then other languages that you might be asked to speak regardless of your call. Dont get discouraged because it will be hard and you will be confused on what to do. That part was pretty cool. I was on exchanges and we were unknowingly being led to someone who was about to commit suicide. Then we were praying for safety. I love their politeness, manners and gentility. I wish Id understood things about the Temple more when I was there attending so much so I couldve more fully appreciated the experience. It existed until 1852 when it was closed due to restrictions by the French government, and the missionaries left the territory. (Dennis), We were almost missing a train, so I started to drive with my best Italian style..It was quite dangerous because people dont seem to follow Italian streets rules. (Jeffrey), I wish I knew the language better. (Alex), Pain au chocolat, baguette, Gouda, boxed soup, Brie. Organized on 18-Jun-1850 The French are kind but you need to be real and sincere with themthey will see through insincerity very quickly. (Douglas), Crme brle, lapin la moutarde, crpes, couscous algrienne, une bonne quiche, et un sandwich baguette pour quelques euros sur la rue. (Scott), In short, I was in Amiens, my comp and I were headed home for dinner, we ran into a young man who had been possessed by a bad spirit, he took off my plaque and broke it. I was blessed with the Spirit and was able to do so sufficiently well that no one laughed at me. Members are helpful. (Jeffrey), French speaking and knowing how to act professionally in a setting. (Roberto), My dad served in the Franco-Belge Mission 20 years earlier. (Alex), Force yourself to learn the language, talk to people, talk to your companion. Enduring to the end. As missionaries, we seek to invite others to come unto Christ by helping them receive the restored gospel.1 And as French-speaking missionaries serving in Arizona, weve found that our missionary work has also presented us with unique, diverse, challenging, and culturally vibrant experiences. We do them ourselves using buses, metros and trains. {if(f.fbq)return;n=f.fbq=function(){n.callMethod?n.callMethod.apply(n,arguments):n.queue.push(arguments)};if(!f._fbq)f._fbq=n;n.push=n;n.loaded=!0;n.version='2.0';n.queue=[];t=b.createElement(e);t.async=!0;t.src=v;s=b.getElementsByTagName(e)[0];s.parentNode.insertBefore(t,s)}(window,document,'script','https://connect.facebook.net/en_US/fbevents.js');fbq('init','966613626711939');fbq('track','PageView'); Frog legs, snails, baguettes, and many more! (Anna), A lady answered the door in a robe and looked directly into my eyes and said, You have beautiful eyes. (Matt), Too many to count. The LDS Church in French Polynesia was founded in 1843 as the first foreign-language mission of the church. Here are T-shirts for the France ParisMission! (Scott), This happened twice on mission. Learning to talk with anyone from any background. (Scott), Organization, being bold, self discipline, diligence, hard work, following the spirit, studying scriptures, working with others. (Merrilyn), Our mission extended from Paris to Tarbes and Pau. (Bryan), Cold wet winters. (Elsa), A gypsy kid stole my companions cheeseburger at one of the McDonalds on Rue Ste. Turns out she loves family history and was full of love towards us and interested in what we did. (Doug), There are an estimated 500,000+ Chinese natives living in Paris and surrounding suburbs. Other miracles were feeling like we should have gotten off as a specific train stop to keep talking to somebody, turning around 10 minutes later, catching a new train, turning back, and still finding that person we wanted to talk to in the mass of people in that little town. But at the same time, I felt some inner rush to keep hurrying to find her. (Matt), Being organized, clean, proper with others, patient, happy, and a leader. Well, Sunday came, and he showed up in a three-piece suit looking like he was a groom! (Roberto), Spoke out more-even if I wasnt confident in French yet. Its nice to have some high quality tights/nylons and deodorant and stuff. You prayed that we would have a fruitful evening! The Lord answers prayers! (Valan), Walking in a sketchy city with lots of Arabs and came across a fight in the parking lot. I feel a sense of direction and a great sense of peace! You can find happiness in anything if you want to. In a revelation to Joseph Smith the Prophet in 1833, the Lord said, "For it shall come . Keeping my voice low when talking to someone else. She was getting married the next day and her friends were having fun getting her embarrassed. Those young men were us giving him the Book Of Mormon. (Paul), The language is beautiful. (Kale), Dont worry too much about getting Everything before you leave there are markets with skirts and dresses, big shoe stores for when your shoes wear out, their styles are similar, and members and investigators will be happy to direct you on your P day to find more clothes. Were His people, engaged together in His holy work.3. Libraries. (Paul), Some kids were throwing dirt clods at an old man and we told them to stop. A man opened the door in a small robe and when we asked him if he spoke English, he swung the door wide open and revealed a butcher knife in his hand. (Zakarias), Its like regular mainland European weather- we have both a lot of rain and sun. Living Life. Surely there will be hard and discouraging times. 7. I got a letter saying that I had successfully completed the BBN mission and a new call letter came. (Aaron), I loved teaching my investigator, Marie-line, because she was so sincere. We were having our district meeting that morning, so two companionships from out of town had arrived earlier by train and they were stopped and informed by police officers just outside our apartment of the situation. Boots for rain. When he started towards my blue, I got rather defensive, raised my voice, and then he ran away. My scripture studies were so good, I was always learning new things, meeting amazing new people every day, in extraordinarily beautiful places, and feeling the love of the Lord every single day it was more fulfilling than I ever imagined. I felt the Spirit very strongly as I was able to answer Yes. (Bryan), Galettes. American baggy clothes stick out like a sore thumb. The members are awesome. Talking to people. I wish I knew the doctrine better or even had a stronger testimony on certain things. We were thinking the same thing. (Anna), 1. (Mariah), We were out knocking on doors late one night and missed the last bus back into the main town where our apartment was.
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