What to Bring?
I’m kind of a preparation freak. *It comes in handy sometimes, most of the time i’m probably weird. I created a master list of everything one will need on a mission… After searching multiple websites, and not knowing whether i’ll be serving in hot/cold weather, I think this list is pretty awesome! It covers what I will be bringing in my Purse, my Study items, Hygiene items, Clothes, Documents, “Other” items…and last but not least, Words of Wisdom…check it out below!
Purse
- hand sanitizer
- camera
- mini scriptures
- post-its
- pens & pencils
- colored pencil
- Planner
- Mints
- Lanyard
- Temple Recommend
- Cash ($200)
- Mini Hymnbook
- ID
- Quarters (to make calls from airport)
Study
- Patriarchal Blessing
- copy of mission call
- True to the Faith
- Jesus the Christ
- PMG – small (get the free big one @ the MTC)
- Our Heritage: A Brief History
- Our Search For Happiness -Ballard
- Study Scriptures & Case
- Journal (Fill up with contacts to email/mail & birthdays)
- 4 Generation pedigree chart (why?)
- Missionary Handbook
- Address Book (fill up with contacts before you leave and put more in as you go)
- Missionary Yearbook?
Hygiene
- Makeup & Chapstick
- Hand Soap
- Sunblock
- Hand Towels
- Feminine Hygiene Products
- Eye Drops
- My Bathroom Essentials
- toothbrush, toothpaste, & floss
- Micellar facewash & lotion
- glasses, case, contacts & solution
- Deodorant
- Mouthwash
- Retainer
- Nail Stuff
- jamberry’s
- nail file
- cuticle pusher
- nail clipper
- Shower Essentials
- loofah & Bar Soap
- Shampoo & Conditioner
- Razor & Shaving Oil
- Leave-in Conditioner
- Shower Brush
- Towel Brush
- 2 Bath Towels
- Lotion
- Hair Essentials
- Hair Elastics
- Bobby Pins
- Blow Dryer
- Dry Shampoo
- Comb
Clothes
- 6-8 Outfits
- Tunics
- Blouses
- Skirts
- Dresses
- Jackets/Blazers
- Cardigans
- Sweaters
- Slips
- Belts
- 4 Bras
- Garments
- Underwear
- Nylons/Tights
- Sunday Shoes
- Proselyting Shoes & Socks
- Exercise Clothes
- 2 Sports Bras
- tee shirts
- loose workout pants (joggers/sweatpants)
- regular socks
- biking shorts
- running shoes
- sweatshirts
- Pajamas, Robe, & Slippers
- Accessories
- Jewelry
- Scarves
- Inexpensive watch (Walmart?)
- Other
- Tide To Go stick
- Lint Brush
- Wrinkle Release
- Bag for dedicates
- Black Sharpie (to mark clothes)
- Sewing Kit
- Waterproofing Spray
- Lint Roller
Documents
- Health Insurance
- Immunization Sheet
- DMV driving record
- Copy of Mission Call
- Family History Stories
- Favorite Conference Talks
- Eye Prescription
- Meds Prescription
- @Mission a bike basket
Other
- Bags
- Colorful Suitcase
- Duffel Bag (exchanges)
- Small Flashlight
- Recipes
- Workouts
- Umbrella
- Alarm Clock
- Medicine
- First Aid Kit
- Ibuprofen
- Vitamins
- Cough drops
- Kleenex (travel)
- Rice heating bag
- Insect repellent
- Aloe Vera
- Pop-up Hamper
- Photo album
- Luggage Tags
- Water Bottle
- Church Music
- Camera
- case
- charger
- memory card & adapter
- usb drive
- when in doubt…
Words Of Wisdom
- Prepare
- Read Book of Mormon
- Pray
- Bear testimony often
- Study PMG
- Go on Splits with Sister Missionaries
- Set up a lifestyle of walking/biking
- Get your patriarchal blessing
- Go visiting teaching
- Teach lessons in church
- Invite a friend to hear the missionaries
- Learn to work & budget money
- Start doing sincere 24 fasts
- Study the gospel daily
- Go on group dates
- Learn to be nonjudgmental
- Learn to listen
- Learn to get along with different people
- Learn to try new things
- Learn to admit you don’t know, but will find the answer
- Do something you don’t want to daily
- Practice being safe
- more here!
- Don’t Forget!
- Give usernames & passwords to Mom & Sister
- Sign papers for tax information
- Give mom copies of all cards, front & back
- Develop a post-mission plan (job, school, housing, car, phone, taxes)
- Do something you love!
- Work hard. If you can work hard then you will be successful.
- Don’t be afraid to be bold with the people you teach about the gospel.
- Express your feelings as much as you can to your companions.
- Pray every single day to love the people you serve.
- It’s all about service and charity. Think constantly about what you can do to serve the people.
- Don’t be afraid to ask questions. Be teachable.
- Teach simply and by the spirit. Make sure that your investigators can understand what you’re teaching.
- Be the most humble and selfless person you can be.
- Don’t think about how much longer you have until you go home; live in the moment.
- Be grateful and happy. Appreciate and find joy in everything, especially the hard things and times.
