It is always such a joy to meet family members of some of our beloved missionaries. Sometimes they come to pick up their son or daughter at the end of their mission. Others return together (when the weather is nice) at a later time to share precious memories and to get acquainted with some of the people missionaries have come to love so much. For those inclined to see the culture and feel the atmosphere where their missionary has served, it is a rich and rewarding experience.
We discourage planning elaborate trips that would require a currently serving missionary to be distracted in their work to become "travel agents". We feel it is important that missionaries "sprint to the finish line" - for their personal satisfaction as well as to keep the ball rolling smoothly when they transition out of their last area. When family members choose to come we request that they make their own initial travel and accomodation arrangements. The mission office can help with some recommendations if needed.
1 comment:
i'm surprised how many people travel all the way there. that is so great.
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