Grow Closer to God

Deepen your relationship with God and learn His plan for you as you meet with missionaries from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

We’ll pray, read, and discuss the teachings of Jesus Christ with you.

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What to Expect

We’re excited to meet you and help you feel the peace and certainty in life that comes from living the gospel of Jesus Christ. Here’s what your visit might be like:

	We’ll get to know each other.
	We’ll pray together.
	We’ll learn about the gospel of Jesus Christ.
	We’ll invite you to come to church with us.

6 Benefits of Meeting with the Missionaries

	Find answers to your questions: Missionaries can discuss the topics you’re interested in, whether that’s prayer or God’s plan.
	Make new friends at church: Missionaries can introduce you to your local church community, and even sit with you at church!
	Grow closer to God: Get the tools you need to find greater peace, strengthen your relationship with God, and more.
	Strengthen your family relationships: Find a family-friendly church or learn how you can see your loved ones again after you die.
	Find strength through prayer: Missionaries can pray with you for the things you need and be here to support you.
	See what else we have to offer: Missionaries can share what’s going on in your local congregation, from youth groups to volunteer opportunities.

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Testimonials

"I had all kinds of questions. Who was my Savior? Did Heavenly Father know me? What was His plan for me? They were always willing and ready to answer my questions and they always had resources to back them up.”

- Alejandra

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"The missionaries finally said to me, ‘If you want to know if this is true … don’t take our word for it. Go to the source of all truth.’ And that’s what I did. When I asked God if what they were telling me was true, it brought a feeling of love, joy, and peace.”

- Paris

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“They just really want to be like their Savior Jesus Christ. That’s it. They have nothing but good intentions and nothing but love.”

- Jennifer

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“When we first met the missionaries, they brought happiness. They radiated joy and love.”

- Natalie

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Common Questions

Who are the missionaries?

Missionaries are volunteers who have set aside their everyday lives for up to two years to help others come closer to Jesus Christ. Before leaving on a mission, they were students, employees, athletes, bookworms, musicians, and, well, you get the idea. After their service, they will return home and go back to normal life. They come from all over the world. It’s not uncommon for missionaries to serve in a country and speak a language other than their own. Missionaries serve as young adults or in their retired years as singles or couples. Whatever their age, their motivation is sincere—they leave their homes and families for a period to do what Jesus taught His Apostles: “Go ye into all the world, and preach the gospel to every creature” (Mark 16:15).

Do missionary visits cost money?

No, missionary visits are free for everyone. Jesus Christ invites all to come unto Him “without money and without price” (Isaiah 55:1). Missionaries actually pay to see you, covering their own costs to come on a mission. Local Church leaders and class instructors don’t get paid either.

What are Church services like?

Church service times vary from congregation to congregation. However, you can always count on one main worship service for everyone, followed by classes for children, youth, and adults. The service for everyone is called “sacrament meeting.” This meeting consists of songs, prayers, and sermons (or “talks”) given by different members of the congregation every week. But the most important part of the meeting is when we take the bread and water of the sacrament (similar to Communion) to remember the Savior. If you would like to worship with us, missionaries can answer your questions, share information about the time and place of your local worship services, and then save you a seat when you’re ready to visit.

What is it like to be a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints?

Members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints are just like anyone else. We have ups and downs and everything in between. Latter-day Saints have a reputation for being a happy, peaceful people. But that doesn’t mean we don’t have challenges. Everyone in life is fighting a hard battle—but when we try our best to live the gospel of Jesus Christ, we have additional strength and peace to make it through. As far as lifestyle is concerned, Latter-day Saints try to keep Jesus Christ front and center. Our beliefs about the Savior and His teachings affect our day-to-day decisions about how we speak, dress, and act. For example, we try to avoid working on Sundays so we can attend church, serve others, and spend time with family. Faithful members of the Church do not smoke, drink alcohol, or gamble.

How can missionaries help me improve my life?

All aspects of your life will improve as you seek to come closer to Jesus Christ and keep His commandments. You will have more peace and joy, a stronger relationship with God, and a greater sense of meaning in your life. Missionaries can help you with specific concerns, such as coping with loss, strengthening your relationships with your family, overcoming bad habits, learning how to pray, keeping the Sabbath day holy, and understanding the scriptures better. When you meet with missionaries, tell them what you hope to gain from your visits so they can tailor their message to address your needs.

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