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Returning home early: How three missionaries navigated expectations

April 14, 2026 08:50 AM
For many young members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, an 18-month or 2-year mission marks the beginning of adulthood — but what happens when that service is cut short?
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Church expanding missionary opportunities beyond proselyting missions

November 16, 2018 12:00 AM
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is changing its approach to service missions starting in 2019. (mormonnewsroom.org)
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