All About Mormon Missionaries

Members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (often called Mormons) believe in preaching the gospel of Jesus Christ and one of the ways of doing this is by serving missions. Find out about the who, what, where, when, and why of Mormon missions including what missionaries preach.

The life of a full-time Mormon missionary can be rigorous because serving a mission for the Church means being a representative of Jesus Christ at all times- 24 hours a day, seven days a week. But what do missionaries do? Find out all about the daily life of a Mormon missionary.

Being able to serve a Mormon mission is a marvelous and life-changing opportunity but it is also difficult. Proper preparation will greatly help a missionary adjust to the work and lifestyle of serving a mission. This list gives practical advice for young prospective missionaries but is also useful for the friends, family members, and leaders of those preparing to serve a Mormon mission.

This article details the basics of what a Mormon missionary can expect when applying, and becoming, a missionary of the Church of Jesus Christ, including filling out the application, receiving the missionary call, and preparing to go to the temple.

The Missionary Training Center (MTC) is where new Mormon missionaries are sent for training. What goes on at the MTC? What do missionaries learn there before they leave for their mission? Learn about MTC rules, food, classes, mail, and more in this detailed article about the Missionary Training Center.