Missionary Stories

 

Samuel Smith, First Missionary - Although Samuel did not convert many to the gospel himself, his efforts as the first Mormon missionary brought entire families - the Young and Kimball families - to the restored truth of the Church.

Heber C. Kimball's Mission to England - Heber C. Kimball felt intimidated by the idea of preaching to the English, but then he had an opportunity to preach to an open and curious congregation.

Lorenzo Snow's Missionary Confidence - Lorenzo Snow had never preached before and he'd never had to live "without purse or scrip." But he found confidence through faith in the Lord.

A Prepared People in Herefordshire - Wilford Woodruff didn't know why he felt prompted to take his mission to Herefordshire, England, but he found an entire community thirsting for the gospel.

George Q. Cannon's Hawaiian Mission - George was eager to teach the Hawaiian natives -- and the people of Hawaii were eager to help George Q. Cannon learn their language. But George needed some help from above, as well.

Ministering to the Zunis - Elder Llewellen Harris found himself in a Zuni village racked with smallpox. Through him, the Lord worked a miracle for the Zuni people.

Testimony to the Ute Indians - The Apostle Francis Lyman wanted to preach to the Utes in the Uintah basin -- but wasn't certain the agents would allow him to. The result was far more favorable -- an outpouring of the Spirit.