I
am happy to inform you that Sister Yoshimoto arrived in Las Vegas with a
smile on her face and a wonderful spirit. Thank you for preparing
her to serve the Lord. We will do our best to build on what you have
taught her by incorporating the principles of missionary work found in
Preach My Gospel. When her service is finished she will be a stronger person with a deep commitment to the Lord.
Sister Lauren Yoshimoto with Sister Kelcy Jensen-Coon
Sister Lauren Yoshimoto with Sister and President Neider
We hope as you write or email her
weekly to express your love, that you will also encourage her to
live up to the commitments she made when she accepted this call.
Missionary work is hard, and many times it is discouraging. Your
letters of encouragement and love will help her continue
to work hard and be happy. If problems arise at home we hope you will
be thoughtful about what you share, so as not to distract her attention
from the work. If you detect any continuing problems through her
letters, please write or email me if you feel we
can help.
Phone
calls to family members occur two times a year, on Mother’s day and on
Christmas day. As you can imagine, many people visit or pass through
Las Vegas. We follow the church guidelines that there be no visits
from family or friends. Visits are difficult for missionaries as their
focus is interrupted. Please do not ask your missionary to see you or
friends while she is serving. Please help your
missionary live the mission rules including calling only on the
designated days.
Finally,
the missionaries are provided a monthly allowance that covers their
needs. This mission has some of the most generous members of the
church. In most areas the missionaries are scheduled in a member home
for dinner every evening. Please help your missionary learn to live on a
budget. Don’t supplement her with unnecessary funds. If an unexpected
expense or emergency comes up she will
email you.
Your
love and support are so important to her success. She will be blessed
as she is obedient and she will be happier. Again we thank you
for your faith in sending your sister out to serve the Lord.
Sincerely,
Michael A. Neider, President
NEVADA LAS VEGAS MISSION
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