It was a really good experience, and I felt the spirit. I also learned how to lead, and serve. (Dave), The power of the gospel to change lives. 200 year old buildings are young there. As he did a small fish jumped out of the water and swallowed the pebble. One of the most hopeful lessons any missionary can learn to do right away. (Jule), My first baptism was on Christmas Day! Take advantage of the fact that you're in a Spanish-speaking country. Sister Dias is a ward Young Women president and former stake Relief Society presidency counselor, stake Primary president, ward Relief Society, Young Women and Primary president, ward Young Women presidency counselor and seminary teacher. (James), People skills, language skills, how to plan, set goals, and meet them. So we started running across the main road towards the perpetrator. To make sure I know what my priority is before I make any decisions. They will report to the mission on July 1, 2018. (Levi), How to study, work hard, not complain, and trust in the Lord and others. Remember IS THE LORDS TIME! Could I have blessed the lives of more people if I had the Spirit with me more often? Madrid Mission President Clark 2000-03 Group: 3. What was more amazing though was that before the little fish could enter the water, another larger fish jumped out of the water and ate the little fish before crashing back again into the water. Mission is full of new experiences that you would never ever have outside of the mission. Leslie Nilsson, Intellectual Reserve, Inc., Intellectual Reserve, Inc. Your shoulders will thank you. To affirm our commitment to working closely together to advance these goals, the President of the Government of Spain, Pedro Snchez Prez Castejn, and the President of the United States of. If you have a seat, please sit down. (Shari), I wish I had learned how to use faith as a principle of power earlier on. As we went around the room the answers sounded like this: I feel good. I feel peaceful. Yeah, I feel good being here, I like everything youre saying. When you speak, its like theres a warmth coming out of you and its filling me up with joy. It was amazing to see the Spirit testify so strongly to people each and every day of my mission. Madrid, Spain. You will then need to iron them even if they are wrinkle free. (Daniel), Too many to count. And bone chilling cold in the winter. (Stephen), Be prepared for any circumstances that could come. (Shari), I wish I hadnt carried quite so much in my backpack. By the end of my mission, I realized you can sit down on a bench next to old people and literally just start talking about the weather or asking if you can practice your Spanish with them and have a great conversation with them and eventually they will start asking you about the gospel. W. Brett Graham, 49, and Sara P. Graham, five children, Holladay 24th Ward, Salt Lake Holladay North Stake: Tennessee Knoxville Mission, succeeding President David J. Pickett and Sister Kristin J. Pickett. He was born in Salt Lake City to Monty Daniel Hamilton and Linda Faye Hamilton. When I got called to Madrid, many of my ward members felt sorry for me. They are not called to just plant seeds. (Levi), The better things to spend my time studying. There was only one stake when I was there. learned how to handle rejection. (Chris), I liked how Spaniards where very frank and honest. He was very open to the gospel but didnt return our calls so that we could teach him the gospel. In the north (Galicia and Asturias), it rains pretty much all day every day. Sister Cook is a Primary teacher and former stake Young Women president, ward Young Women and Primary president, Relief Society teacher, temple ordinance worker and Church-service missionary. (Dara), I was in Ourense for a year. (Levi), So much diversity in the people, and also I loved the European culture of it and medieval history. Combined Madrid Este, Madrid Sur and Cuatro Caminos Zones. Its stressful and crazy, but the people of Spain are amazing and the Lord will guide you to the most amazing people you will ever meet. Remember your job is to bring the gospel to their hearts, the Spirit converts, and the individual chooses whether or not to receive it into their hearts. Ive never run so fast in my life! My companion and I just looked at each other and laughed! And lots of comfy socks. (Ezra), Attending the temple, baptisms, Noches de hogar. Pack. But the unique thing about Spain is that there are so many immigrants! Brother Hirschi is a stake presidency counselor and former high councilor, bishop, ward mission leader and missionary in the Brazil Campinas Mission. Work hard to improve, but be very patient with yourself. Blake R. Alder, 60, and Sheryl A. Alder, four children, Ashbury Ward, Meridian Idaho Linder Stake: Kentucky Louisville Mission, succeeding President Daniel R. Hughes and Sister Charla K. Hughes. As he finished, he turned to us with watery eyes and said simply, What does it mean? C. Michael Hansen, 60, and Jeanne Hansen, four children, Sunset Hills Ward, Cedar Mill Oregon Stake: France Paris Mission, succeeding President Paul J. Sorensen and Sister Allyson T. Sorensen. (David), The mission experience is not about you finding people to bring them the gospel, its about the Lord molding you to become a man. (Dave), A strong testimony of the Gospel of Jesus Christ. When we got to the bottom, she followed us down to suggest another place we might find the inactive member. Tour Operator: Citslinc International, Inc. 1-844-262-1100 Email citslinc@aol.com Website www.citslinc.org Leo Liu, President, Citslinc International, Inc., Cell phone: 949-637-6688 E-mail: citslinc@yahoo.com 108 N. Ynez Ave., # 205, Monterey Park, CA 91754, USA Isabel Daz Ayuso, the conservative president of the Madrid region who inflicted a stinging defeat on her leftwing opponents in Tuesday's snap election, has vowed to carry on acting as a. I was befuddled that she was protecting the man who was just beating her. We went over to teach them that very night, and both were later baptized. You can get a small microwave for around $30. Pack a dressy pair for conferences and Sunday dress up. (Leland), Teaching and baptizing an extremely prepared, amazing woman. As soon as I saw her, the Spirit said teach the gospel to Carmen. Mayor Alberto Ruiz-Gallardon of Madrid was kind enough to join us as the Secretary laid a wreath on the memorial. Learn to cook. Other than a similar language, nothing could be further from the truth. (Sean), Spanish tortilla, McCerdo (from McDonalds), Telepizza, Chorizo, Jamn Serrano. Solemn Opening of the Parliament of Spain Judiciary General Council of the Judiciary Supreme Court President ( list ) Carlos Lesmes (acting) Vice President Francisco Marn Castn (acting) Audiencia Nacional High courts of justice Court of Auditors Prosecution Ministry Euro European Central Bank Bank of Spain Governor of the Bank of Spain Pero inteligentemente. No regrets! (Jule), Loved the language! (Boas), Performance fabric underclothes that pull moisture away from your body. (Kyle), Language and connection to great people. Y aprender los principios que me han ayudado a gobernar mi vida y la de mi familia. It was dedicated by President Gordon B. Hinckley, and the first MTC president was David K. Richards, accompanied by his wife, Sister Sharon Richards. (Boas), Never underestimate the importance of charity, never give up on anyone and leave every person you meet happier than you found them. Piano music was played, a prayer was said and a blessing given, and literally that darkness went away and was replaced by hope, peace and light. (Alexandra), Being with a mentally unstable companion. (Shari), Spanish. If you ask a Spaniard how to get somewhere, he will happily take 10 whole minutes, stopping other passersby to conference on how to get where it is you want to go. When I went to renew my visa, I was asked how long I planned to be in the country. (Judith), The mission is where I learned how to speak with God and receive revelation. Get some really good walking shoes! (Sean), Que sirvan con amor y fe , que obedezcan a su oye de misin y trabajen duro . (Chris), A common trend is that new missionaries would carry *everything* they thought they would need with them. Brush up on your ironing skills too because no one in Spain had a dryer so you have to hang your clothes to dry. The Elders called us immediately and we were able to meet with her within a few days. Sister Morrison is a ward Young Women president and former Relief Society teacher, ward Young Women presidency counselor and adviser, temple preparation teacher, temple ordinance worker, seminary teacher and missionary in the Nigeria Lagos and Nigeria Ibadan Missions. I served in Barcelona for 4 months, Elche for 2 months, Madrid area for 1 year total time, and Santander for 5 Months. The most significant blessing I believe is in part due to my missionary service, that is my wife. Sister Larkin is a former ward Relief Society president, stake and ward Young Women president, stake young single adult adviser, ward Primary president, Gospel Doctrine teacher, seminary teacher and temple ordinance worker. Spain Madrid mission International Mission 1973 Bernard P. Brockbank: 1989 The London England Temple (formerly the London Temple) is the 12th operating temple of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church) and is located in Newchapel, Surrey, England. (Ezra), Getting invited into Gypsys home thinking we were going to teach a lesson and then getting confronted with anti-Mormon literature. My Companion made it on the metro and was just laughing his face off from a seat as he watched my face of panic! And many, many more. (Leland), Practice more Spanish and the Gospel. (Dara), The word embarazada is awfully close to embarrassed, but it actually means , It is very common for missionaries to say they are pregnant when trying to say the are embarrassed. A month passed before he suddenly appeared at church with his friend, who was also a student and active member of our small branch. (McKenna), I personally served in Talavera de La Rena, Alcobendas, Cuenca, Alcorcon, Barrio 2, Villalba, Salamanca, and both areas in Badajoz. At the time, I was about 62 and 200 lbs, compared to his 56 and 150 lbs) He stopped, and I demanded again that he get out of the car. Menu. She was born in Redwood City, California, to John Cannon Pingree and Carmen Boyden Pingree. Here are survey responses from Spain MadridRMs, to give you a snapshot into what its like to live in the mission. I much preferred the Spanish method of doing things. (Dave), The coastline had a very mild climate. November 18, 2013 Dear Brother Albright, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is fairly new in Spain. Seeing people change their lives and join the Church, in the face of family and friends opposition and even rejection, and their willingness to serve in callings immediately after joining. I was shocked, never came across a situation like this before, and my heart was jacked with adrenaline. I knew the area like the back of my hand and was really able to rely on the Lord to help me find the people that were for me to teach and bring the Gospel. The whole mission, and that region of Spain in general, revolved around Madrid. Intra-EU trade accounts for 61% of Spain's exports (France 16%, Germany 11% and Italy 8% . Spanish. It was the opposite of a stupor of thought. I remember thinking if they hit either one of us one more time Then well have no choice but to fight back just then a calming spirit came over my companion and I and the two men just stopped and left. Im actually still in contact with her 12 years later, and cant help but smile when I see her happiness. (David), I know that this church is true and that Thomas S. Monson is a prophet, that he leads and guides a true church which brings many people happiness and fulfillment in their lives. (Sean), Bring along some college level grammar books for language study. (Levi), Bring lots of clothes for the summer and deodorant (because they dont have it there). (Jon), Around Madrid, the winters are cold and summers are hot. (Jule), The Bible had only been available in Spanish for 10 years when I got there. Love the language, and the change of pace-plus all of the history. (Nathan), Pasteries, Turron, Paella, any of the cheeses. (Dara), Dont mistake pecado and pescado. MADRID With an abundance of sun and wind, Spain is positioning itself as Europe's future leader in green hydrogen production to clean up heavy industries. Once I believed that, I could start using my faith as a principle of power. (Kristin), I wish I knew more about the scriptures and Preach My Gospel before I went. As we got to the door, I shared with him that I didnt have the answers to explain what happened tonight, but God did and he should tell his father everything that he saw happen tonight. Post #20 August 25th - October 7th 2020 (Click on the post title to read the post in a larger format.) I looked at the drawing I drew of the dream he had just described, before I turned around a simply let the Spirit work through me. (Kristin), Paella, Spanish Tortilla, Polvoron, papas con mojn. Its humid and can get really hot, but also has some pretty cold winters. This is what my heart is feeling right now as we complete our three years as Mission Leaders of the great Spain . Here are T-shirts for the Spain MadridMission! If I knew how fast time went, I think I wouldve been able to relax more. (Nathan), Fish and face are very close in Spanish, dont mix those up when bearing your testimony! Brother Hansen is a young single adult bishop and former high councilor, stake Young Men presidency counselor, ward Young Men president, Gospel Doctrine teacher, ward mission leader, institute teacher and missionary in the France Toulouse Mission. To access the official, up-to-date LDS.org map for the Madrid Mission: (Ross), One preparation day we drove to Salamanca and ended up playing hacky sack in Plaza Mayor. Sister Bendixsen is a stake Young Women president and former ward Relief Society president, ward Young Women president and presidency counselor, and Sunday School teacher. Double or Triple pair of shoes needed. (Brian), Center of the Iberian peninsula is in Getafe, worlds oldest and longest running restaurant is in Madrid. (Kyle), People skills, Learning how to appreciate other cultures. As soon as we left, the pain would return, but the fact that the pain would leave for that visit let me know that those people were important enough to God that he would take away my pain just long enough to have us visit them when I would otherwise be considering calling it a day. Brother Alder is a former Area Seventy, stake president, high councilor, stake and ward Young Men president, bishop, elders quorum president and missionary in the New York New York City Mission. The eight missionaries were: Elders Michael Duffin, assigned as zone leader and branch president; Glenn Richards; Robert Johnson, an older brother who was living in Spain at the time of his call; Jorge Michalek, from Argentina; Robert Bollard; Michael Spackman; David Hall; and Gary Glosser. There is plenty of work to do and plenty of cool places to visit on your day off. June 30, 2022. Tortilla Espanola. The Prado museum was great because I had take a general humanities class at Ricks college, and the teacher told us about some of the histories of the pictures, and artists. People from certain other places in the world wereless honest. Does it have meaning he thought? acetunas. He wanted to throw a pebble into the water, so he picked one up and threw it into the stream close by him. (Brian), Sentir el amor de , Dios al ensear despus de haber ayunado dos das y encontrar a Mkchael y ensearle y recibirle despus de tanta bsqueda y ayuno , jams haba visto tan clara la mano del Seor. (Chris), We were not a high baptizing mission, but those who converted that were from Spain usually remained firm in the faith. (Dara), I remember being in the Lationo district and seeing a protest start up. We heard and saw a lady scream my purse, my purse its being stolen! He asked if we could help. Thank you. They served me very well throughout the whole mission. Heres a link to the mission map for the MadridMission (LDS). The point . (Chris), Learning Spanish is an obvious one. (Leland), Friendly Latinos and ward members. (Dave), Dont be afraid. (Nathan), Buy your winter wear over there. (Levi), Spaniards are very much Catholic there, or atheist. Sister Hirschi is a stake Primary music leader and former ward Relief Society presidency counselor, ward Young Women presidency secretary, personal progress leader, ward Primary president, Primary teacher and Primary music leader. The following week, Aug 8-9 we had transfers and farewells for another group of wonderful missionaries. Within 2 minutes, two Spanish cops stopped right behind his car and took off after him. We were walking in the street of Madrid on the Calle Granvia and it was just about the time for Medio dia. (Stephen), Knowing what family really is, and know what I want for my own. (Pablo), I loved that it was hard. (Pablo), Some kids on a metro thought they were rough and tough by throwing our chapas on the ground, we thought that was funny. (Alexandra), Talking to people about the gospel or about their interests. The prime minister of Spain, officially president of the Government (Spanish: Presidente del Gobierno), is the head of government of Spain.The office was established in its current form by the Constitution of 1978 and it was first regulated in 1823 as a chairmanship of the extant Council of Ministers, although it is not possible to determine when it actually originated. The first meetinghouse built by the Church was dedicated on 10 July 1977 in Madrid. (Chris), Once, some kids on bicycles tried to steal my groceries and spat in my face. (Ezra), People skills, language, public speaking, organizational and planning skills, consulting skills and study skills. (Dara), I love traveling by train. Mision Madrid 1985-88 (Presidente Paya) Group: 7. Spain Madrid Mission Calle Fuerteventura 4, 2, Office 8B 28703 San Sebastian de los Reyes Madrid Spain Phone Number: 34-916-237-030 Mission President: President Kevin B. My Mission President told me to quit putting my faith in those members back home and to put my faith in God. (Shari), I was there for 9/11 when the towers fell so we were on high alert and our Mission President had us hide out for a week until things calmed down a bit. Very similar weather pattern to the upper-South in the United States with less humidity. They started following us saying all sorts of really horrible things and then they cut us off and hit us with some sort of pipe that they had picked up somewhere. On 1 July 1976, the Spain Madrid Mission was divided and the Spain Seville and Spain Barcelona Missions were created. The guy invited us up and talked to us like old friends. By the end of my mission, I was having a baptism every single week. I could have been a lot more effective in my first 6 months. When they started the robbing talk I spoke up and said NO. (Leland), A new language and lots of growth in so many ways. But old people especially are wonderful to talk to. (Leland), I said me and my companion were novios (boyfriends) instead of nuevos (new). But some energy sector experts . In the winter it barely reaches freezing. -The Madrid Mission, at the time, did not include the old, SO many cool sights to visit. I love to sing the songs I still know in Spanish while the rest of the ward sings in English. Salamanca, Toledo, Segovia (the castle there is supposedly the castle Disney modeled his castle after), etc. (Ross), Everything. (Kyle), Hot and sunny, and cold in the winter it actually snowed in Madrid. She was born in Portland, Oregon, to Reed I. Oldroyd and Aileen Oldroyd. Once I told him, he extended my visa for my whole mission instead of simply the three months generally given to visitors. Make sure you get the overcoat/undercoat that all missionaries seem to get. (Kyle), Work so hard you fall fast asleep! (Levi), Know that its gonna be tough, but just go out there and have fun! (Sean), Bring a good winter coat, no matter what anyone tells you. This is a lot funnier when you realize that in Spain, lunch is the major meal of the day. Rick L. Hirschi, 52, and Suzette Hirschi, four children, Hibbard 3rd Ward, Rexburg Idaho Henry's Fork Stake: Brazil So Paulo South Mission, succeeding President Pedro Acosta and Sister Glicia Acosta. Videos with Spain Malaga RMs (Jon), The time we tracked out a group of college age kids playing cards and smoking marijuana. I kept a list of all the nationalities I made contact with, and it got to over 45. Serve your companion every day, even more if you dont get along. (Dave), Speaking Spanish, teaching the gospel, good gospel study habits. Impromptu speaking. A week before he was to be baptized, he came to us after church saying he was having very dark feelings and doubts about his baptism, and kept having the same strange dream and didnt know what it meant. As they progressed in their mission they would carry less and less with them. I also was able to learn of the ways of the people of Spain, cooking, and cleaning for myself and others. Puerta de Alcal Gate. No one seemed upset when we would stop them on the street to talk to them. There was also two Spanish males who tried to jump us on the Metro subway. Sister Nordfelt is a ward Primary teacher and former Young Women adviser and ward Primary presidency counselor. They tried their hardest to get us to smoke. Hallelujah! 2:56 P.M. CEST. Read all of the posts by spainmadridmissionblog on President & Sister Bussey Mission Blog. July 1, 2022 JUNE 30, 2022 SPEECHES AND REMARKS Institucin Ferial de Madrid Madrid, Spain 2:56 P.M. CEST THE PRESIDENT: Good afternoon, everyone. They serve voluntarily, usually for a period of several years. I learned how to prepare to talk on a subject in church. (Chris), I inadvertently cussed pretty loudly in a little store right next to our apartment while talking with one of the neighbors. The Church News is an official publication of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. I said, Carmen, God wants us to share a message with you. (Leland), Living in the ghetto Vallecas of Madrid. Mision Madrid 1985-88 (Presidente Paya) Group: 7. He was born in Granger, Utah, to Dennis J Nordfelt and Glenda Nordfelt. It's mission impossible." He was born in Salt Lake City to Sterling D. Colton and Eleanor R. Colton. She was hysterical (not in a funny way) and there was a dark spirit that was bothering her. (Adam)Amazing culture and beautiful country. I also love the history, and old building. And feeling the true importance of family. Download this stock image: The president of the Community of Madrid and the PP of Madrid, Isabel Daz Ayuso, speaks during the closing ceremony of the XIII Extraordinary Autonomous Congress of New Generations of the PP, at the Adolfo Surez Auditorium, on November 5, 2022, in Madrid (Spain). This country is amazing, beautiful, and historic. Then he was ready to soak up the gospel, a true golden investigator who was prepared by the Lord, and he accepted our invitation to baptism after only two weeks of lessons. . (Pablo), I am still receiving blessings today, even 16 or 17 years later. If you are average size, you can buy clothing.