Libraries. (Aaron), Communication skills, teaching skills (especially listening! Speaking in tongues Mormon style - The Salt Lake Tribune (Matt), Belfort, Rouen, Villenuve Dascq, Mulhouse, Nivelles (Belgium), and Saint-Omer. Language mastery. (Scott), I would say to ignore and not listen to anybody who tries to tell you that Europe is super hard and that you wont get hardly any baptisms. (Bryan), A strong testimony of the work and of the church. Try to hold out for Soldes for major discounts. Youll get rid of the big one quickly of you bring it. I am now a French teacher. You can submit your own article, ideas, or feedback at liahona.ChurchofJesusChrist.org. Packing wise, bring easy to use suitcases. I would not be the same person without that growth. The Paris mission is awesome. (Valan), People skills. Learning to talk with anyone from any background. The French-speaking members in Phoenix have a deep love for the Savior and strong testimonies that God knows each of His children. We used a translator. *Learn about living in Utah. Teenagers were also hostile when in groups. (Anonymous), Cherbourg, Nogent, Vannes, Sarcelles, St Brieuc, Evreux, Niort, Soissons. Keeping my voice low when talking to someone else. Missionary Manuals. The Peoples of Utah, The Continental Inheritance | History to Go Other franciphone missions are Tahiti, Quebec, Haiti, Switzerland, and temple square. Argentina Buenos Aires North. We waited for the train going the other direction and it must have been 30-40 minutes later that we got off at her stop. Dont assume they dont understand you if you are speaking in English together. (Jeffrey), Nantes, Rennes, Poitier, Bourges, Tours, Reims, Antony, Sarcelles. (Bryan), One of so many would be having my companion feel prompted enough by the Spirit and asked a devout Muslim to kneel with us and offer a prayer and end in the name of Jesus Christ. Many of the things I learned from trying to get the award helped me to understand the gospel better. I also learned to listen better. Trying different foods. The same can be said about your companions in the field. He was quite disheveled, and asked if he should dress up a little we said, if you want to! (Valan), Not been so nervous and enjoyed it more. Also, most of our transfers were by train, not automobile. Learn to accept them for who they are, look for the good in them, compromise with them, and have a good time while you are with them. The French are kind but you need to be real and sincere with themthey will see through insincerity very quickly. (Roberto), Spoke out more-even if I wasnt confident in French yet. A French-Speaking Mission? In Arizona? - The Church Of Jesus Christ Of I served in the Fiji Suva mission, speaking French, which means I was on a island called New Caledonia the whole time. I wasnt sure if I could even make it to his apartment because I was feeling so weak and he lived on the 6th floor. Chinese people are absolutely amazing, humble and kind. to LDS Mission Network (LDSMN Official Donation Page) Number of records: Alumni: 3108: . (Mariah), Moderate. You have the power and talent to help people. (Drew), There is so much history in France, and such a warm culture. Try to keep it as small as possible. if you dont know the truth when you first leave, I promise you will know as you let yourself go to work and you will come back a better person. (Anna), I had a missionary convince me to go ask for a soutian gorge at a pharmacy when I had a sore throat. (Doug), Dont worry so much about yourself or the future. I had a unique experience. My last name is White. (Nicholai), Finding Jean-Claude at a bus station and seeing his life change in just 3 weeks. We fled war in our country and went to Tanzania in 1995. Life will go on without you back home, but you can make the most of other peoples lives in your mission because they need you. You WILL go through several pairs. That will bless your life and the life of your family forever. Remember this when you are off your mission and are in the process of choosing an eternal partner. (Mariah), Just relax, you dont need to kill yourself to learn the language, it will come with time. You will become fluent enough. Statistics and Church Facts | Total Church Membership 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. In September 2019, the third French-speaking branch in the United States was organized in Arizona. (Jacob), Humid, which intensifies both heat and cold. She said she was hoping to talk with us more, and what a miracle it was that we just appeared! (Mariah), Had a great companionship study in the morning and really felt the Spirit. (Scott), When I was serving in Belgium, we were walking with our recent convert to his house when he ran in front of us and mooned us hahaha. No clue why but he then proceeded to yell at us and we just walked away. She was overjoyed when we caught up with her! Learn the discussions in English before going to the Mission Training Center then you have a better idea of what you are saying in French. (Merrilyn), We always road our velo solexes and scooters (1963 to 1966 without helmets). One-hundred-fifty years later, in 1981, that number had grown to 71 (Deseret News 1983 Church Almanac 1982, pp. 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. (Douglas), Orleans, Reims, Lorient, Sarcelle(Paris ghettos), Soissons, and Alencon, and then I got to serve in many others on exchanges. It was very embarrassing. Often, they were primarily taught by other members or missionaries, but the fact is that there are lots of baptisms going on, and it is beautiful! Intermittent rain that youve got to be prepared for ;). A week or two in snow, rain in fall and spring, a couple days of gusty wind, and sunshine otherwise. To do otherwise will keep you from speaking for a good part of your mission. I learned a valuable language. It took some good companions to fix that. On my first assignment, I was asked to lead the music in the Relief Society in Versailles. Machine washable clothes are always best (dry cleaners arent always available). (Anna), (Sisters) Dont feel like you have to have Everything youll need for 2 years. Language. What was the worst thing that could happen? It was right outside a train station and everyone stopped to see how I would react. Dont worry about yourself and focus on the Lord and His work you will be happier. But really, I didnt realize it would be some of the most fun Id ever experienced in my life and so much fulfillment and finding myself. basically serving in Nogent was 10 months of a fantastic spiritual experience that has continued ever since. (Stuart), It is humid and moderate. Enjoy every day. The members are incredible. (Zakarias), Our mission is the highest baptizing mission in Europe (except Cabo Verde), and also happens to be the best in the entire world! Study skills. 2017-2020, Paul J. Sorensen 2014-2017, Frdric Jean Babin 2011-2014, Franck A. Poznanski 2008-2011, Don H. Staheli ( Listen to an interview with the Stahelis) 2005-2008, Steven H. Pond 2002-2005, Lynn Bennion 1999-2002, David W. Madsen 1996-1999, Dennis K. Brown The people who remember you most are often the companions you serve with so be good to each other. His friend pulled him away but we were scared, partially from the sense that we were not as well protected because we had not been obedient that day. Alaska Anchorage. Here's a list of current and past Mission Presidents of the Paris LDS Mission. (Michael), I served in Normandie so where I was it rained 295 days a year on average and was usually very cloudy. (Alex), Layer! ): I have complete confidence in you. Saints and sant (what is bloody) make the same sound to an English ear. France Paris | Welcome - Mission Missionary Training Centers - The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day One February day, while living in Arizona, he met the French-speaking sister missionaries when they knocked on his neighbors door. The language of the Spirit is the codex for the universal translator that is the Gift of Tongues. (Drew), Soak up the Temple experience while at the Mission Training Center as much as possible. (Aaron), I loved teaching my investigator, Marie-line, because she was so sincere. 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 . There is a lot to do. We interview hundreds of returned missionaries each year, so check back regularly to see new RM interviews. I hope I get to go back as a couple missionary. (adsbygoogle=window.adsbygoogle||[]).push({}); !function(f,b,e,v,n,t,s) (Matt), Being threatened numerous times and actually being punched in the face. They were all so kind and friendly. (Drew), While serving in Lorient, France in the spring of 2001, we were surprised to find the entire center of town and a 1 km radius around it under evacuation orders because a construction crew had discovered an unexploded bomb from WWII buried beneath the ruins of an old bunker that was being demolished in an expansion project for the local stadium (Lorient had been an Allied port and submarine base during the war). Utah Salt Lake City North Mission. (Scott), Crepes Kebabs Gallettes Panninis Baguettes. Frequently Asked Questions. If this will happen in the future given the eternity of time ahead of us why is it not just as reasonable to conclude that this has happened in the past and that we are part of a immortal eternal race who are here on earth to learn how to make moral decisions without being forced to IE Agency. 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. (Merrilyn), I never ate cheese in my life. 16 New 2020 Mission Presidents and Companions Called to Serve in France - Statistics and Church Facts | Total Church Membership I still have a copy of the flyer the police were handing out in my mission scrapbook. So wear thick. Libraries. Organized on 18-Jun-1850 I loved the people and the area. (Jacob), Be as obedient as you possibly can, but dont beat yourself up if you occasionally are not. A bit rainy in the winter but otherwise okay. Amazing member missionaries, amazing examples. (Bryan), The Bible better and Book of Mormon. (Zakarias), I wish I knew better how to listen, and especially how to work with members. Raclettr. The ability to speak to strangers and to do hard things. When we opened our call letters and read our unique assignment, we never could have imagined the obstacles we would face in the mission field. I trained Elder Jeffs. 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. (Doug), Discipline, work ethic, study habits, spiritual study habits, organizational skills, language skills. A knowledge of Gods love and His involvement and interest in my life. Boots for rain. (Kale), Poubelles, crepes, couscous, steak-frites. Crepes. (Paul), Kebab. The people are nicer than what is portrayed in American media. (Nicholai), I walked around for the first 6 weeks saying that Jesus Christ is my flavor because the words for savior and flavor are really close. Ah well. It was so hard, but the people I met forever changed my life. I loved learning about the French and African cultures I loved the history and sites everywhere I served. (Merrilyn), Those who were members of the church and active were heroes. RussellM. Nelson, opening remarks in Children and Youth: A Face to Face Event with Elder GerritW. Gong, Nov. 17, 2019, broadcasts.ChurchofJesusChrist.org. 13 Days. Every apartment will have enough. The Quebec Mission (later changed to the Canada Montreal Mission) was created in 1972, and by 1974 several French-speaking branches were created. The ethnicity is add broad as you will ever find. Give Him your time and dont bring your own agenda. Believe that everything will work out and dont worry so much. I saw behind her a huge dog and right after she said bonjour I told her to shut the door because I was afraid that the dog would attack us. (Alex), Saint-Quentin, Brussels, Saint-Ouen. 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. [1] By country/territory [ edit] List of missions within each country, territory or dependency. 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. I was thinking, what are we doing?! You will never be in that place with that person again. Kebab. The French-speaking members in Phoenix have a deep love for the Savior and strong testimonies that God knows each of His children. It was just awesome. Were His people, engaged together in His holy work.3. To name two, I was blessed to learn to love people, even though I dont directly benefit in any temporal way from those people. (Mariah), Pain au Chocolate. How many French-speaking missions are there? : r/latterdaysaints - Reddit (Anna), We had decided to go up to a specific village a few train stops away to do some finding. HUMOR AND SPIRIT ARE POWERFUL TOOLS in making relationships work. (Jacob), There are a lot of cognates in French. (Doug), Pray for the people even before you get your call. Here Are Five Ways to Find Answers, Helping Loved Ones Face Questions and Doubts about Faith. (Chloe), My companion and I were street contacting in Troyes and we were stopped by a woman dressed in a volleyball uniform holding a volleyball with two holding a net. French Population. The ones Ive found stateside just arent the same. Cheese. Nothing changes the truthfulness of the gospel and Satan will work against you, so fight the battles and win. Any pastry from the bakery around the corner from the train station in Rouen. (Elsa), The opening of the Bordeaux StakeElder Packer was phenomenal. Foreign Language Training for LDS Missionaries: Historical Antecedents So much time immersed in the scriptures, I got to know them so much better 2. (Douglas), Everybody kept telling me that a mission would be so difficult, hard work, lots of rejection and stress. It was the first time for me! Today, Brother Luala is preparing to enter the holy temple. (Nicholai), Friends, family, French Every good thing that has happened to me ever since. Preach My Gospel: A Guide to Missionary Service, rev. Enduring to the end. (Bryan), Pack with quality luggage or large packs. We were knocking doors, a little girl opened the door. *Click here to browse Paris Mission gifts. There are many kind, beautiful Muslims, many vibrant and funny Africans, people from the old French colonies, transplants from Asia, South America, the rest of Europe, and also many tourists. There are 346 missions in this index. All these things I learned are essential in my present life and future. THE HONEY MOON ONLY LASTS FOR TWO WEEKS. The French people are incredible! I cant remember exactly how late it was, but the out of town companionships had to wait until well after dinner time before the trains were even up and running again so they could return home for the night. They were going against a whole lifetime of culture to live the principles of the gospel. (Merrilyn), Learn how to provide good reasons to believe in God without resorting to Bible/Book of Mormon/Prayer (which are all great ways to learn of God but some/most people need a logical reason to believe in a Higher Power at all. 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. Fun night! (Anonymous), Great food and some very wonderful people who really dont know where to find the truth. The countryside is where you find more of the French people, and they vary from region and town to town. (Zakarias), Its hard and long but its what you make of it, Make sure you have a solid testimony of the Gospel, especially The Book of Mormon. The people you find in areas really are unique in their own ways and I liked finding out the history on all the areas I was at, while also learning that each person has their own story. I love their architecture, their love of flowers and symmetry, their pride and knowledge of their history, their wisdom growing from their mistakes. 7. So I turned my bleue away and walked around the median just to be safe. (Anna), People always told me it would be SO HARD. Our mission president is french. Good wheels if you have them. The next day, we were notified from our Mission President that missionaries were no longer to hold Halloween parties in any way whatsoever. The mission designs are printed on white shirts and are shipped to you. Take pictures of the people you meet (and label them because no matter how much you love them, you will forget their names).