Have someone coach you on pronunciation, intonation, and pauses as you read. This was only exacerbated by the fact that the Scandinavian branch president was out of town for the first month and we met for Sunday services with a German-speaking branch. Almost all of these people are warm and wonderful. I can only say that the Spirit guided me that evening because I interjected, rather boldly, and corrected him by testifying that it was not Joseph Smiths book. (Dennis), One time some members friends gave us a dozen apples or so just after we visited them. Dont assume they dont understand you if you are speaking in English together. (Mariah), Just do your best and never give up. 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. My last companion started training Elder Whitman the day I went home. It was frustrating and it was wonderful. Talking to people. Dont make derogatory remarks about the French. We started our two-year mission in 1972 in an old school by Temple Square and ate downstairs at the Hotel Utah. The missionary training center president led with humor and spirit. Dont hold yourself back. I still have a copy of the flyer the police were handing out in my mission scrapbook. But work is progressing, and swinging upward. Long suffering. Here's a list of current and past Mission Presidents of the Belgium Brussels LDS Mission. Weve seen how Heavenly Father has a unique and beautiful plan for Brother Lualaand all the French-speaking people in Phoenix. France Bordeaux Mission. The designs on mission t-shirts may also be printed on other LDS mission gifts, including: France Parismissionary aprons, Christmas stockings, ties, pillow cases, teddy bears and Christmas ornaments. The cities are full of people from every country imaginable. You cant help them feel Christs love if you dont show them love. Bring athletic clothes because the people love soccer. Later missionaries entered Quebec City where a branch was organized in 1969. I was part of the last group of missionaries ever called to the Philippines that didnt get language training. The next day, we were notified from our Mission President that missionaries were no longer to hold Halloween parties in any way whatsoever. (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. (Paul), A second language. You learn about traditions from every part of the world and celebrate with them. We were praying for a ride back and a drunk guy picked us up. Yes. (Jordan), Finding a family that we were taking a Book of Mormon to whose address we had left at home, hours away. We really should have gotten off, shouldnt we! Pick things that you feel great in when you feel beautiful in the morning, you can stop worrying about yourself and your confidence is boosted as you go around talking to everyone. 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. Here Are Five Ways to Find Answers, Helping Loved Ones Face Questions and Doubts about Faith. One was when a recent convert learn how to read by sounding out words from the Book of Mormon and the Gospel Principles manual. We dont use cars for transfers. To name two, I was blessed to learn to love people, even though I dont directly benefit in any temporal way from those people. I thought they were knocking at my door, and I opened the door, he says. (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. Here are ParisMission Groups- for LDS missionary moms, returned missionaries, mission presidents and other alumni ofthe ParisMission. (UK), French is hard and the only way you can learn is by trying and making mistakes and learning if you speak and read and write French. It was just awesome. Ronald David Cannon of Ukiah, California, served in the Finland Helsinki Mission, June 1978June 1980, speaking Finnish and Swedish. Getting along with different personalities and people. There were a few people at the median when we got there, so naturally we started talking to them. Many of them understand English. I was a part of many individuals accepting the gospel and joining the church. They love fine food, good education, good music, small gatherings, they dress nicely and are generous. (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. How to be more spiritual. This list includes the missionarys name, URL and when their blog was updated. Dont get discouraged because it will be hard and you will be confused on what to do. In November of 1961, university officials and others involved with the pilot program assembled here to discuss plans for the new language institute. (Jeffrey), Depends on what part of the county youre in. (Paul), Kebab. (Matt), I called women, men sometimes haha. There was an overwhelming number of responses. We were required to take a test at the Institute of Religion on the campus of University of Southern California in Los Angeles. I hope I get to go back as a couple missionary. Try to remember the quality of the people represent more than the quantity of numbers you have. But times have changed and there is so much work to do! They gave me a brief introduction to the language, which helped me see what I was in for. (Doug), Dont worry so much about yourself or the future. I had to make a concerted effort to forget in order to learn Spanish. At times, missionaries occupied the entire top floor. This is the caption information found on the frame plaque accompanying this photo, one of nearly a dozen historical photos showing the development of the Language Training Mission and Missionary Training Center facilities in Provo since the 1960s. (Stuart), The French can take a long time to open up and embrace new ideas or people, but once they do they are totally committed. It will be the hardest two years of your life but will be two years that will shape you in ways you could only imagine. Here are LDS-friendly educational videos aboutFrance. Elders who stayed in the gym called it the Provo Hilton. This is the caption information found on the frame plaque accompanying this photo, one of nearly a dozen historical photos showing the development of the Language Training Mission and Missionary Training Center facilities in Provo since the 1960s. The second taught me patience and flexibility. 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. 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. Well, us Canadians (me) did not have a clue how wild the American missionaries would be. Paris is awesome. Keeping my voice low when talking to someone else. It was a good preparation for heading to Argentina, where it took me an additional two months to actually speak to the natives fluently enough for them to understand me. You will never be in that place with that person again. In May of the same year, President Dieter F. Uchtdorf, second counselor in the First Presidency visited the Saints in Belgium together with his wife Harriet to express thanks to the members for the outreach to refugees who have been coming to Europe. (Michael), Bread. I felt like I was excelling in the technical aspects of Norwegian, but I still felt very foreign. Family unity. We studied listening to the Spirit and acting on faith. (Bryan), The Bible better and Book of Mormon. Intermittent rain that youve got to be prepared for ;). (Jordan), Weather was always great. Foofoo. (Dennis), Do not feel like you are not finding success if there are few baptisms. I queried locals about grammar and vocabulary. (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. Remember that youll be effectively living out of your luggage sometimes, and transfers happen unexpectedly sometimes. Ill always be grateful for the time I spent at the Language Training Mission. More people than I had imagined are in Paris. The weather felt extreme (but its really pretty moderate) but only because of the humidity. (Kara), Finding ourselves in the middle of an anti-war protest. We started our two-year mission in 1972 in an old school by Temple Square and ate downstairs at the Hotel Utah. Trying different foods. It was said of me that they thought I might never learn Spanish, but I did. Was in 3 missions, all transfers were by airplane. (Anonymous), My companion and I were beat up by three Arabs about a month after 9/11. Lardons & crime fraiche with pasta. Curtis Allen Bramell of Manteca, California, served in the Vanuatu Port Vila Mission, 20152017, Bislama speaking. (Kara), I mistakenly told a member in the hospital that I was glad that she smelled better, rather than feeling better. Preach My Gospel: A Guide to Missionary Service, Children and Youth: A Face to Face Event with Elder GerritW. Gong. :) Although most Missionaries are American, there are a good number of native french speaking Missionaries as well. (Valan), Threw up in garbage can at metro stop after eating flour and water for dinner. No clue why but he then proceeded to yell at us and we just walked away. Write your testimony in copies of the Book of Mormon that you distribute. (Scott), St Nazaire Sarcelles Versailles Paris Poitiers Meaux Cergy. However, my visa took a long time to get approved, so I ended up going to the So Paulo Missionary Training Center, with no English classes. I had eleven companions, all told. (Anonymous), Perseverance. My new trainee stepped on dog poop a couple of times first day. "When I moved here 15 years ago, it seemed like there were only five or six Spanish branches in the Salt Lake Valley," recalls Vicente Gonzalez, president of the Spanish-speaking Canela Tree LDS Branch in West Valley City. One was particularly tough. Ways in which I was French, or like specific companions, members or investigators. There are many Muslim people in France. Before serving a mission, I had studied Japanese, Spanish, and ASL for a couple years each. Bad idea. Transferring up and down stairs from train to train. It was written by a prophet named Mormon and translated by Joseph Smith under the direction of our Heavenly Father. Roger T McDowell of Snowflake, Arizona, served in the Belgium Brussels Mission, October 1972October 1974, French and Wallon speaking. (Mariah), I cant count all the blessings. Due to a gift of being able to memorize and another gift of stubborn persistence, I was able to pass off all of the discussions in Norwegian during my time at the missionary training center, a feat that I was told was unusual. 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. The mother didnt believe what we were teaching and asked me if I really believed anything that we were telling them. and just after a couple months of coming home, Ive secured a great job practicing my mission language while also potentially already planning my career. Also, companionship study could be very spiritual because we were studying similar doctrine together and discussing what we learned in detail. Alfred Verboonen Fabela, Pittsburg, California, served in the Brazilian Mission, 19651967, Portuguese speaking. A very patient clerk helped me struggle through the process. In the Tuscan region, the hard C sound is pronounced almost like an H. For example, Coca-Cola becomes Hoha-Hola. Beautiful. Michael D. Russell, Spanish Fork and St. George, served in the Franco-Belgium Mission, November 1965 to May 1968, French speaking. (Aaron), I loved teaching my investigator, Marie-line, because she was so sincere. Latter-day Saint Life. Some of us may wonder if we were really called to the right place or whether we can truly make a difference. For Journalist Use Only: National Director of Public Affairs and Communications Yves Weidmann Telephone : +41 78 821 99 91 Email I knew at that point that the Holy Ghost would be with me as I continued to learn Italian and He would be with me when I testified of the gospeleven if I didnt know what to say or how to say it. $13.99 - $34.99. 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. France Marseille Mission. I returned to my first city nearly a year after I entered the mission and trained a brand new missionary there. (Anna), 1. (Scott), Organization, being bold, self discipline, diligence, hard work, following the spirit, studying scriptures, working with others. (Michael), Paris (twice), Tours, Meaux, St. Nazaire, Limoges, Cherbourg, Rennes. (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. Camembert & Brie. (Zakarias), Kebabs. Wind chill drops the temp 10 degrees and the wind cuts through any clothing you have. Amazing ville. 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. We were knocking doors, a little girl opened the door. I got a letter saying that I had successfully completed the BBN mission and a new call letter came. The Allen Hall served as another residence for missionaries. (Mariah), Cooking. John Taylor was one of the first missionaries here, but the church is still young. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. Huang Yi-Hsuan, Milano, Italy, served in the California Carlsbad Mission, 20082010, native lanugage is Chinese, English-speaking mission. Press J to jump to the feed. (Merrilyn), I met a woman whom my dad had taught and baptized 20 years earlier and that reinforced the importance of sharing the gospel and strengthening get new members I also now teach French and LOVE the connections I still have in France as I have been able to keep several friendships strong . 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! 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. (Matt), Being threatened numerous times and actually being punched in the face. It is possible to spend all day just speaking Chinese. Preaching the gospel of Jesus Christ to all the people of the world, each in their own language, is a mandate from God. A new missionary in my apartments that had only been out a month or two was having a conversation with a cashier and another American that had been in Hong Kong studying the language for four years and still couldnt speak the language. The Language Training Mission was established in the 1960s in the Hotel Roberts and other Brigham Young University buildings, including the Amanda Knight Hall and the Knight Magum Building. 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. I was on exchanges and we were unknowingly being led to someone who was about to commit suicide. Printed text: Online Store. (Matt), Each area has its own culture really. I also gained a lot of confidence and happiness. They were going against a whole lifetime of culture to live the principles of the gospel. (Elsa), It was very humid, with warm summers and cold winters. (Zakarias), Anything you need you can buy in France. My grammar became worse because of the foreign language, but I learned to explain basic concepts and then building up to more complex concepts as a missionary. We went around a corner and a bunch of soldiers started clapping for us. Hot summers (Anonymous), Wet and cold most of the year and hot and humid in the summer. (Jordan), Pain au chocolat, religiouse; quiche. Those young men were us giving him the Book Of Mormon. (Stuart), I wish that I hadnt done things for competitive reasons. (Michael), In Meaux, a Sunday School instructor asked me to get a tableau. Charles E. Jones (1990-93) Group, Paris Mission- Dennis K. Brown (1996-99) Group, Paris Mission Heber M. Thompson (1993-96) Group, Paris Mission Moms and Friends (LDS) Group, Paris Mission- President Johnson (1987-90) Group, 30 Funny French Language Mistakes LDS Missionaries Have Made, Things That Keep People From Recording Their Lifey (And Why They Shouldn't), Paris, Orlans, Cergy-Pontoise, Caen, and Cherbourg. I remember how at first, nothing was familiar, like it sometimes is in other languages. But it served the purpose of giving me a strong foundation that served me well during the rest of my mission and really the rest of my life. Keep them affordable, too. Marlise Dawn Craig Smurthwaite of Castle Rock, Colorado, served in the Hong Kong Mission, 19981999, Cantonese speaking. (Mariah), The weather depended on what part of France you were init, Little bit like Washington D.C. but without snow. Rainy springs. Since we did nothing everyone was a lot nicer to us. What are some interestingfacts about the ParisMission? It was so cool to see the Spirit guiding us as we were walking having no clue what God was going to have us do. Clair Bigler of American Fork served in the Italy Rome Mission, 19851986, Italian speaking. Home France LDS Missions. The purpose of being there is what allows one to persevere and make it through. There are a lot of micro climates. We were thinking the same thing. (Drew), I was on splits the first night of my mission with two elders. 131 Blvd Carnot During the time I was there we were able to get exercise playing soccer and basketball. From June of 1963 until August of 1976, the Knight-Mangum Hall served as a place for missionaries to live, eat, learn and worship. This is the caption information found on the frame plaque accompanying this photo, one of nearly a dozen historical photos showing the development of the Language Training Mission and Missionary Training Center facilities in Provo since the 1960s. Photo provided by the Provo Missionary Training Center. Luckily, we were able to walk away without to much injury. It didnt usually get too hot except for when the wind blew in from the Sahara. The language training was intense and fast. Most missionaries could never completely master the grammar, as there were no complete resources to do so, and Kiribati people didnt think of their language as having grammar rules, that it was just the way it is. 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. Photo provided by the Provo Missionary Training Center. The sisters where Im from wear black all over! We tried to explain to him that we werent nuns, and he thought that we were sad about it, so he spent 20 minutes reassuring us that someday we could be nuns. Rochelle R. Hale of Simi Valley, California, served in the Argentina East (renamed Argentina Rosario) Mission 19741976, Spanish speaking. (Paul), The countless times of bearing testimony on the street to complete strangers. Cheese. Do as much of your study, reading, and praying in your mission language as possible. (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. (Valan), They seem cold at first, but once they warm up to you they are super friendly. I assume there has to be a few in the US as well. (Mariah), Pain au Chocolate. (Roberto), When knocking on doors the first time, I commented after about three doors to my trainer Man, there sure are a lot of people called sonnerie here! Most of the doorbells said sonnerie on them. (Jordan), It rains a lot in France! The Provision of Language-Learning Support for LDS Missionaries . Summers, you need to organize your time so that you arent in the sun for too long of a period. My prayer worked and he left us alone and minutes later almost had a brawl with some Arabs up to no good. (Anonymous), Getting along with your companion is more important than you ever would believe. How to work harder when exhausted. Things tend to work out, find joy in serving others. Language training for missionaries of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has ranged from when early missionaries spent time learning in-country to the more structured training provided by the Language Training Mission and the current missionary training centers worldwide. (Jacob), We were riding bikes one day with our skirts pinned and our helmets. I learned Bislama on my mission to Vanuatu. Learning the discussions was more of a challenge for me, but the fact that I was able to memorize them at all was another testimony that I was being blessed by the Spirit. (Dennis), Once they opened up to you, you had a friend for life. (Jordan), Culture, food, country is beautiful. Please check to see if I anything out! As of July 2022, there are 410 missions in the church. (Scott), Pack some short sleeve white shirts, I didnt haha buy good shoes, sturdy firm bottom, waterproof. Both times we helped those people feel the love of God and ultimately stopped the suicide. 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. Understood more the culture of the people. We have the coolest mission song ever! I wouldve worked better with members. 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. Very little snow (winter in Orleans). (Kale), I would shore up your testimony and knowledge of the Gospel and Book of Mormon. Most of which concern public transportation and drunk people, haha. I really felt I was being taught by the Spirit because I struggled a bit with Spanish in college before my mission, but at the LTM it just came together. (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. (Alex), Pain au chocolat, baguette, Gouda, boxed soup, Brie. (Jacob), Humid, which intensifies both heat and cold. Always practice the language. (Nicholai), The language was really hard for me. (Doug), Pain au chocolat (Nantes) Falafel (Paris 4eme) Baozi (Paris Rue Au Maire 3eme) Banh Mi (Paris 13eme) Gaufres (Bruxelles) Kebab Poulet (18eme, Rue Marx Dormoy) Any McDonalds (really good in Europe). Elders, resale shops are great for finding cheap suits while in the field. I came here as a refugee, says Brother Justin Luala. (Douglas), Practically perfect in every way. (Jordan), If you say je suis plein for I am full it really means I am, HA HA I bet everyone makes this one. The Language Training Mission began with the initial filing process to serve a mission. Just trust in the Lord. After three days in the missionary training center one could basically introduce yourself. We had cassette tapes of sounds and tones to help use with our pronunciation and to teach us the seven different tones for each sound. Simulated Leather Quad Combination, Regular, Indexed, 2013 Edition. Earl F Hurst of Farmington served in the South Africa Johannesburg Mission, 19791981, speaking Afrikaans. Enjoy every day. Never had done it. Learning to talk with anyone from any background. Cheese. It was exhausting. (Mariah), I had the opportunity to go back to a previous area and be apart of a baptism for a person I had worked with for 6 months. *Simply click on a shirt design to view the details and submit an order. So are the Africans, who tend to be very open spiritually. We spoke French to her and she repeated it all in Russian. You have the power and talent to help people. Basically love the Lord and the Gospel more than you love anything, anyone else and youll do fine. I asked for a native companion and received one the next transfer. You can find happiness in anything if you want to. So are the Africans! We all spent the day in our apartment, having our meeting there in our living room, followed by a big lunch. 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. Chocolate. (Roberto), Good, sturdy walking shoes- Danskos maybe. She asked me if the Book of Mormon could truly change her life for the better. (Anna), I had a missionary convince me to go ask for a soutian gorge at a pharmacy when I had a sore throat. ): I have complete confidence in you. There was more that I said, but afterwards as we walked home, I couldnt remember what it was. I learned a valuable language. (Kara), Being there when the first stake was formed in Versailles. The Divine Gift of Forgiveness. MyMission.com provides free missionary websites to LDS missionaries and their families giving them a great way to communicate and share mission experiences. (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. You are hereby called to serve in the Arizona Phoenix Mission. It was difficult to honestly speak it every day despite the fact that I had taken three years of Spanish in high school. The beauty of the mission is going to teach you how to rely on the Spirit which will force you to learn talents as you go! A beautiful family and peace of mind and eternal perspective. Jesse R Gale Jr., Chandler, Arizona, served in the Spain Madrid Mission, November 1975November 1977, Spanish speaking. (Jeffrey), Teaching and investigator in french, with him replying back in English, while reading from the Arabic Book of Mormon. 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. How to love all of Gods children. The man kept referring to the Book of Mormon as the Book of Joseph Smith. He repeated it enough times that I understood what he was saying. The teachers were amazing and patient. I remember being ridiculed by native Thai people on my inability to speak as well as my trainer, who was truly gifted in the language. Many of the things I learned from trying to get the award helped me to understand the gospel better. 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