(Mariah), The weather depended on what part of France you were init, Little bit like Washington D.C. but without snow. We try to keep this information up to date, but its a good idea to check the address with several sources, including your mission packet or the mission office. Lardons & crime fraiche with pasta. How to get along with another annoying person. (Drew), I was a little nervous as plans fell through again with my first blue (trainee), and I was afraid she might be mad or frustrated that we werent teaching quite as much as she probably expected. DC North - President Dennis E. Simmons Group. (Doug), Paris, Versailles, Nantes, Chatiillon, Pau, Tarbes, Bordeaux. Serve. (Mariah), I wish I had spoken the language better. 4. (Matt), I called women, men sometimes haha. Albania Tirana. (Elsa), Grecs (kbab sandwiches) were a staple of my diet in every area I served in Northern France. Loved eating escargot just so I could tell everyone back home that I ate SNAILS. Some times to a fault for preaching the gospel as they only want to worry about themselves and dont need anything else . Cheeses. He has prepared a way for them to hear the most important message of all time by calling French-speaking missionaries to find them and invite them to come and see and come and belong.2 No matter how long we may have traveled or how long we may have been searching, not one of us is ever forgotten by our Heavenly Father. (Mariah), I packed all the stuff on the list and used almost everything. The ability to learn and speak another language. (Scott), Organization, being bold, self discipline, diligence, hard work, following the spirit, studying scriptures, working with others. Still, the work is a daily challenge. (Anonymous), The end of a mission is the beginning of a life mission to grow and serve. (Matt), My family has grown much stronger together! I discovered a lot about myself. Tartiflette. The temperatures didnt seem all that different than the, Cloudy and rainy. Layers. Knowing to use common sense. Theres no way we can find her here! 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. About Us. Letting truth fill them and watching them achieve their potential. Many Mormon missionaries are asked to serve in places far from their home where they are required to learn to speak a foreign language. THE HONEY MOON ONLY LASTS FOR TWO WEEKS. (Paul), Forget about home and engulf yourself in the gospel, the language and the French culture. Cold in the winter, but it never snowed. I had a unique experience. We used a translator. I just waited until the last possible month to earn it. (Bryan), A strong testimony of the work and of the church. Less stuff to pack is less stuff you have to carry around and keep up with. That part was pretty cool. Today, more than 59,000 Saints across Spain are "remembering without ceasing [their] work of faith, and labour of love" (1 Thessalonians 1:3). The best was in Nantes or Bordeaux where we met in a three story house. Was in 3 missions, all transfers were by airplane. Always practice the language. (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. Connecting Daughters of God with His Priesthood Power, Unlocking the Door to Personal Revelation, Grappling with Unanswered Gospel Questions, How Studying Church History Strengthens My Faith, Do You Have Questions about the Gospel? (Chloe), People expect good manners and you learn good manners quickly when entering homes. Amazing member missionaries, amazing examples. We really should have gotten off, shouldnt we! 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. Dont buy more than you need. Racolette. Didnt understand the word robbed. (Alex), Having an Amish call and say that the Book of Mormon is true and that he wants to be baptized. (Stuart), Crpe, Burrito Fte, Donner Kebab, Brioche, Galette Brtonne, Crme Frache Pizza. This is true for all those who have the desire to serve. They do provide sheets, but I suggest bringing your own haha. Long suffering. Memorized the Articles of Faith. -awesome!!!! Cheese. 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. Dont contend with them, but always be able to inform them where they can readily find accurate information and that youre always happy to teach them more about the Church and the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Members are helpful. We were there for 20 years before making the journey to America., Brother Luala felt grateful just to come to the United States, but the Lord had more in store for him. She knew completely the truth and she whole-heartedly embraced the gospel from day one. You will be forever blessed in every aspect of your life. (Anna), There are two separate cultures in the mission: The city culture and the countryside culture. Utah Salt Lake City West Mission. I love the cosmopolitan, international nature of the cities there, meeting people from every nation, all working together. 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. (Drew), There are many Africans in France. See DieterF. Uchtdorf, God Will Do Something Unimaginable, Ensign or Liahona, Nov. 2020, 54. (Jeffrey), France is a beautiful country. (Kara), French (study a second language early). Many people told me I wouldnt see any since I was going to France. The food is unforgettable. (Elsa), I had three Mission Presidents: President Jones in Paris, Elder Andersen, and President Oveson in Bordeaux. 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! Ether 12:27 was revelation in DIRECT response to Moronis plea for understanding in light of his linguistic weaknesses. When we left the appointment and went down the stairs, the migraine and weakness both returned. (Zakarias), I wish I knew better how to listen, and especially how to work with members. Everything you do/learn will apply to whatever you do after your mission for the rest of your life. 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). (Roberto), My dad served in the Franco-Belge Mission 20 years earlier. What are some interestingfacts about the ParisMission? Scriptures Gospel Library Gospel Media Music Library. (Valan), St Quentin, St Omer, Brussels, Paris, Nantes, Tours. Other times, it was just having a conversation with the man in the park about death, and what he was going through. (Douglas), I love their love and pride in their culture and continual quest to perfect their language. There's also Cote d'Ivoire, and Belgium. Good wheels if you have them. Tropical island Evan Long, a BYU student from Oregon, expected malaria pills and poverty when he opened his mission call to Antananarivo, Madagascar. My prayer worked and he left us alone and minutes later almost had a brawl with some Arabs up to no good. Weve seen how Heavenly Father has a unique and beautiful plan for Brother Lualaand all the French-speaking people in Phoenix. Click the mission name for a page that indicates the mission (s) that now serve the same area. 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. Also, most of our transfers were by train, not automobile. Lots of rain In the winter. Our mission president is french. I am now a French teacher. Those young men were us giving him the Book Of Mormon. Many of the things I learned from trying to get the award helped me to understand the gospel better. Very little snow (winter in Orleans). (Alex), Saint-Quentin, Brussels, Saint-Ouen. I feel a sense of direction and a great sense of peace! (Douglas), Crme brle, lapin la moutarde, crpes, couscous algrienne, une bonne quiche, et un sandwich baguette pour quelques euros sur la rue. It was a dangerous part of town, but we were just going to the train. People will say they believe in God but they really dont act like they do. I technically served 2 missions. It was a long walk. I was a part of many individuals accepting the gospel and joining the church. The French are awesome people. Then knowing that he was faithful to the end of his life. (Anonymous), Perseverance. (Anna), One of the best things I think I did to prepare for leaving on a mission was spending a month (or less) focusing on each Christ-like attribute. Alabama Birmingham. The missionaries attracted converts and established a base for more Latter-day Saint French-speaking immigrants. (Michael), French! Bring a shoulder bag. It never got too cold, but spending too much time outdoors in the winter was chilly business. (Drew), Missionaries convince the greens that the slang when asking tens for help is to ask for throat support, this would be soutien gourge, however soutien-gourge actually means your asking for a bra and then they watch as people give you a weird look. Saints and sant (what is bloody) make the same sound to an English ear. But throughout the course of our service, the Spirit has confirmed to us that we are exactly where the Lord needs us to be and that He will magnify our efforts to accomplish His will here in this corner of the earth. (Aaron), I loved teaching my investigator, Marie-line, because she was so sincere. (Drew), I had the opportunity to teach the missionary discussions in seven different languages over the course of my mission. 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. Self Control. Most of which concern public transportation and drunk people, haha. 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. The more you pray, study and testify, the stronger your testimony will grow. One was when a recent convert learn how to read by sounding out words from the Book of Mormon and the Gospel Principles manual. Some random guy didnt like that and ran up to my companion and I and threw a punch at me but stopped his swing right before it hit my face. Shortly after leaving the apartment, I felt the Spirit tell me to talk to the guy crossing the street in front of me. 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 so hard, but the people I met forever changed my life. And high speed trains can get you anywhere you need to go within a couple hours across the country. The very first one!? (Alex), Language bonus, people skills, being able to carry on a conversation, cooking. Crepes. I served in the Fiji Suva mission, speaking French, which means I was on a island called New Caledonia the whole time. Ways in which I was French, or like specific companions, members or investigators. (Elsa), Asniere, Lorient, Nogent, Montreuil, and Evreux. (Scott), St Nazaire Sarcelles Versailles Paris Poitiers Meaux Cergy. (Jacob), A stronger testimony of the Gospel. Pack light. Hair? Just trust in the Lord. (Anna), Living & spending all your time with many different types of companions. We were trying to get away from him for like 30 minutes. (Mariah), The place is amazing with so much to see, hear, taste, and enjoy. Nothing changes the truthfulness of the gospel and Satan will work against you, so fight the battles and win. French-speaking immigrants from the Piedmont valleys of alpine Italy, taught Utahns how to raise and use silk. Friends. France Lyon Mission. Believe that everything will work out and dont worry so much. (Michael), It covers three countries. Sometimes sunny. Get a good,lightweight jacket thatll keep you warm and dry. 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. Try to remember the quality of the people represent more than the quantity of numbers you have. What blessings did you receive from serving a mission? Full-Time Senior Missionaries. But work is progressing, and swinging upward. MyMission.com provides free missionary websites to LDS missionaries and their families giving them a great way to communicate and share mission experiences. (Douglas), I gave and participated in 15 musical concerts while a missionary, invited people to the missionary visitor center by playing the violin, and saw almost 50 baptisms. (Mariah), Kabobs, fajitas, cheese, raqulette, burritos, crepes, Charlotte au chocolate, baguette with butter and chocolate and chocolate. (Paul), The countless times of bearing testimony on the street to complete strangers. That was the last time I let him schedule dinner appointments. Love the people. (Nicholai), Finding Jean-Claude at a bus station and seeing his life change in just 3 weeks. 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. Well, us Canadians (me) did not have a clue how wild the American missionaries would be. But then she turned towards me and she said, this is the most beautiful street!! I was blessed with the Spirit and was able to do so sufficiently well that no one laughed at me. (Matt), Bread and cheese, snails, sauerkraut with various meats, fries and the different sauces that France and Belgium have to offer. (Bryan), Pack with quality luggage or large packs. (Roberto), Speaking to others about the gospel, building relationships, leadership skills and following through on commitments, being a strong ward member, and speaking French. Has awesome preparation days. (Zakarias), Video interviews with returned missionaries, Cultural articles written by returned missionaries, aredheadmormonmissionaryinparis.blogspot.com, France Paris Mission President Pond Group, Paris Mission Pres. So much time immersed in the scriptures, I got to know them so much better 2. Utah St. George Mission. Libraries. (Zakarias). France Paris Mission. 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. Foofoo. The church and the work of the restoration will go forward and we can be a part if we choose. (Merrilyn), Our mission extended from Paris to Tarbes and Pau. What was the worst thing that could happen? The French are kind but you need to be real and sincere with themthey will see through insincerity very quickly. The people are amazing once you get past the front door, they are always excited to be able to help someone after they learn your asking for help and not trying to sell them stuff. Just an inch or two of snow, two months of cold, and only a few weeks of hot. (Elsa), The opening of the Bordeaux StakeElder Packer was phenomenal. It was a surprise for me to meet American people who speak French. (2019), 1. Now reason thusly. The prophets of the Book of Mormon regularly apologize for the weaknesses of mortal tongues because it can be the first and most intimidating barrier to sharing eternal truths with strangers in strange lands, but it can be overcome. (Jeffrey), I wish I knew the language better. In our first discussion with her, we felt the spirit so strong that my companion asked her to be baptized and she responded that of course she would beas if that was a silly question. (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. I asked for her name as she ran out and she yelled it back. (Nicholai), EVERYTHING! Brother Naatjes is a former stake president, high councilor, branch president . Utah Salt Lake City North Mission. 172 Years. Dont worry about yourself and focus on the Lord and His work you will be happier. That is the adversary trying to stop you and demotivate you.go into the mission believing you will find those who have been prepared. That was always a good spiritual experience. Buy winter jackets there if youre going in the summer. The celebration will feature a 364-voice adult choir, a 120-voice children's choir and performances of Latin American, Native American and Pacific Islander folk dances all commemorating the Book. (Zakarias), Anything you need you can buy in France. (Bryan), Almost knocked out a drunk Irish guy that kept jabbing me in the side trying to start a fight. As the sister missionaries who served in this area before us visited him and the Spirit taught him, he came to know for himself the truthfulness of the message they shared. French Population. Alpine German-Speaking Mission. Chocolate. I told myself one more time he hits me he is going to to get the Book of Mormon across his head. I even introduced my wife to them on our honeymoon in Paris five years after returning home. Since then, the missionary work has accelerated, and the knowledge of a Savior has reached many French-speaking people in this part of the world. Language. I never actually baptized someone the entire 2 years I served. Things tend to work out, find joy in serving others. France Paris Mission (Valan), You will succeed. (Stuart), If you forget anything or need something unexpected you will have no trouble finding it in France. The temporal/secular history of the Church is often many individuals only exposure to the Church, but intelligent discussion of such is often an amazingly positive and readily accessible way to reach people about the Gospel. I was on exchanges and we were unknowingly being led to someone who was about to commit suicide. So wear thick. (Matt), Do not bring a lot of stuff with you from the States because you will most likely throw it away and get European clothing, and it makes transferring towns much easier when its light Trust me. (Alex), It is a baptizing mission! His daughters letting members dedicate his grave, his daughters accepting the LDM that the members gave them with their testimonies of eternal families. Frequently Asked Questions. He is the beginning and the end (Revelation 22:13). (Merrilyn), I never ate cheese in my life. (Jacob), We were riding bikes one day with our skirts pinned and our helmets. (Nicholai), Layers. It always opens doors. But there are cheap marchs that youll walk through on P-day, shampoo & hygiene products you can pick up for a euro or two in big subway stations like La Dfense as you switch trains and things like that. (Scott), The history was amazing!!! When we got there it turned out that the sister missionaries where there as well. (Anonymous), It gets very hot and very cold. I did not have the gift of tongues from the get go, but I learned to accept myself for mistakes. The LDS Church in French Polynesia was founded in 1843 as the first foreign-language mission of the church. 6. How to see others in a different light and to love them and feel compassion for them. (Alex), Layer! (Matt), How to find the good in others, studying for a couple hours at a time, and not being afraid to open my mouth. Thankfully, this work isnt ours. Missionary Moms & Dads DC North Mission Group. (Nicholai), Be more outgoing and less afraid of making mistakes. During a migraine episode, we had an appointment scheduled with a non-progressing investigator with major word of wisdom issues. The members are awesome. LDS Mission shirts come in all sizes: Small, Medium, Large, Extra Large, up to 4XL. We had an elder from England who had not done language training. They were going against a whole lifetime of culture to live the principles of the gospel. Save some money and buy a suit or two in France. 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 got a letter saying that I had successfully completed the BBN mission and a new call letter came. Since the 1970s, French Saints have prayed for a temple in their own country. Serve. (Kale), The Moloroff (speed record of 6:15). I know that I choose my joy or sadness. Product details Package Dimensions : 10 x 8 x 1 inches; 4.8 Ounces 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. After the dinner we headed towards the metro, but it was shut down due to a transit strike. Go all out! Paris P-Days are so much fun. (Jacob), St Maur des Fosses, Chelles, Sarcelles, Rennes. (Zakarias), Its like regular mainland European weather- we have both a lot of rain and sun. So are the Africans! You have the power and talent to help people. Surely there will be hard and discouraging times. In a recent general conference talk, President HenryB. Eyring, Second Counselor in the First Presidency, quoted the First Presidency in 1840 saying, The work which has to be accomplished in the last days is one of vast importance, and will call into action the energy, skill, talent, and ability of the Saints.4 We are each where we are for a reason, and no effort consecrated to accomplishing the work of the Lord will go unnoticed by Him. We were encouraging our amie to stop smoking and thought we were saying it would be more pleasant for her husband kissing her if she stopped. Study skills. (Matt), Belfort, Rouen, Villenuve Dascq, Mulhouse, Nivelles (Belgium), and Saint-Omer. She was getting married the next day and her friends were having fun getting her embarrassed. (Doug), Dont worry so much about yourself or the future. Heres a link to the mission map for the ParisMission (LDS). However, as we climbed the stairs I felt the migraine lift and strength return. How to build an extra floor on a building.