Words of wisdom from a former Mission President

"I'll give my brief response...obey and follow the Missionary Handbook, Preach My Gospel, the Holy Scriptures and the Spirit of the Lord and things will be as they should. The missionary handbook is the same world wide with minor adaptations for different lands and cultures. I was very hesitant to add anything to it and found that the more rules I added, the more rules there were to break. Those missionaries who served best were those who tried their best to follow the inspired handbook of the church and success followed...chapter one of Preach My Gospel is also a great source. "
President Thompson

Sister Missionary Meet-Up @ Salt Lake Temple, Sept. 2nd

Are you part of the facebook group?  Many are called.... but few are sisters.
Find us on facebook and come to the meet up!

Join us and invite your friends that will be serving too.
https://www.facebook.com/events/1450701521847906/

Are you looking for a mission address? or Want to write to a missionary?

click here -------------->>>>  https://apps.mtc.byu.edu/missions/

"Mission Address

Please start by typing the name of the Mission.

You may use the UP and DOWN  arrow keys to help select a Mission.

Press the ENTER key once a Mission is highlighted to see information about that mission."

 Example of what information you will find

Pouch Mail

The Church provides pouch mail service to countries where other mail service may not be reliable. Each country regulates this service differently, and the church must comply with these regulations in order to avoid fines and cessation of this service. Missionaries are allowed to use e-mail to correspond with family, where Internet service is accessible. 

1. To Prevent possible discontinuation of pouch mail service, only the following items may be sent through the pouch:
   • Postcards.
   • Letters that are single sheet, folded into three-panels, and taped at the top only (see example at the bottom).
   Note: Letters sent in any other manner will be returned to the sender.
2. The Church provides pouch mail service for missionaries serving in the following countries:
   
   
   Albania
   Argentina
   Armenia
   Bolivia
   Cambodia
   Cape Verde
   Chile
   Colombia
   Costa Rica
   Dominican Republic
   Ecuador
   El Salvador 
   Ghana
   Guatemala
   Haiti
   Honduras
   Jamaica
   Kenya
   Latvia (Baltic)
   Madagascar
   Mexico
   Mongolia
   Mozambique
   Nicaragua 
   Nigeria
   Panama Paraguay
   Peru Philippines
   Poland
   Romania
   Russia
   Sierra Leone
   South Africa (Johannesburg)
   Uganda
   Ukraine
   Uruguay
   Zimbabwe 
   
   
3. Pouch mail should be addressed as follows:
   
   
   MISSIONARY'S NAME
   MTC OR MISSION NAME
   P.O. BOX. 30150
   SALT LAKE CITY UT 84130-0150
   
   Note: Please include your name and complete return address in the top left corner.
4. Items restricted from the pouch (stamps, debit cards, medicine, etc.) may possibly be sent through the United States Postal Service (USPS) or through a private courier, depending upon the destination country. Cash is not accepted for conveyance by any carrier. Please consult with the USPS or the courier of your choice to determine which items are allowed.
   
   
   • United States Postal Service 1-800-222-1811
   • DHL Express 1-800-225-5345
   • Federal Express 1-800-463-3339
   • United Parcel Service (UPS) 1-800-742-5877
   
   Instructions for making a three-panel fold:
   1. Lay the blank side of the 20 lb. letter paper (single sheet) facing down with the writing facing you.
   2. Fold the top of the letter about one-third on the way down and crease.
   3. Fold the bottom of the letter to the top of the first fold and crease.
   4. Use two pieces of tape or two sticker tabs on the top to secure it, not more than one inch from each side, but do not seal the ends.
   5. Do not include any other items within the letter.
   6. In the top left corner, write your name and complete return address.
   7. Affix a stamp in the top right corner.
   8. In the middle, write the following:
      
      
      MISSIONARY'S NAME
      MTC OR MISSION NAME
      P.O. BOX 30150
      SALT LAKE CITY UT 84130-0150
   

Frequently asked questions answered

Frequent asked questions answered:
https://missionary.lds.org/dress-grooming/sister/faq/?lang=eng

How many outfits should I bring?
What does it mean to be “faddish”?
What is too tight?
What is tailored, professional clothing?
What can I wear on preparation day?
What is appropriate skirt length?
Do shirts have to be tucked in?
Can I wear a shirt with a cap sleeve?
Is layering shirts appropriate?
When do I wear nylons or tights?
Can I wear leggings?
Can I wear open-toed shoes and sandals?
What is an appropriate hair length?
Can I color my hair?
What are the guidelines for hair accessories?
Can I wear nail polish?
Can I wear perfume or scented lotion?
What are the guidelines for jewelry?
What are the guidelines for belts?


https://missionary.lds.org/dress-grooming/sister/guidelines/?lang=eng

NEWS STORY —  2 JULY 2014

Church Expands Use of Digital Devices

for Missionary Work

http://www.mormonnewsroom.org/article/church-expands-use-of-digital-devices-for-missionary-work?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+LDSNewsRoomTop15+%28RSS%3A+LDS+Newsroom%29

http://www.deseretnews.com/article/865606271/LDS-missionary-numbers-to-peak-at-88000-more-to-use-and-pay-for-digital-devices.html?pg=all

http://abcnews.go.com/Health/wireStory/32000-mormon-missionaries-ipad-minis-24420283

July 1st 2014 Sister Missionary Meet-Up at Temple Square

Check out that amazing video created by a future Sister Missionary Karli LaPoint.

"Here is the video I made at the July 1, 2014 Sister Missionary Meet! Thanks to everyone for coming. I'm so excited for the September meet and to see a bunch of new faces! I love you all and you are all beautiful. XOXO"  - Sister LaPoint

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nEjrbYikPdk

Missionary Handbook

https://www.lds.org/bc/content/ldsorg/topics/missionary/MissionaryHandbook2006Navigate.pdf?lang=eng