Use the following to decode any crazy words/jargon I've used throughout this blog:
Field (n) the mission field...aka the area that you are in. Not a corn field; those days are over. Sorry Ickynois.
Gospel (n) The gospel is what is referred to when talking about Christ's teachings=what He taught while He was here on the earth. Jesus Christ was a real life person-check him out in the history books!
Illinois (n) birthplace of Sister Abeling
Q: But Sister Abeling, how can you be Mormon and not from Utah?!
A: It's true.. i'm a mutant. It is possible. In fact, I don't even like Utah all that much*shhhh don't tell the Prophet. In fact, there's LDS people ALL OVER THE WORLD. mind blown? mine too(;
Investigator (n)A person who is taking missionary discussions and interested in learning more. Doesn't even have to commit to being baptized. I'm not a fan of this word but I haven't found something better to use... suggestions welcome (:
LDS (n) Latter-Day Saint (short for the Church of Jesus Christ (insert breathe) Of Latter-Day Saints...see why we like to use LDS?? much easier on the lungs)
MTC: Missionary Training Center- also known as my home for the first 6 weeks of my mission
Spirit (n) "The third member of the Godhead meaning a separate personage from God (Heavenly Father), Jesus Christ (God's begotten son), and The Spirit. He's referred to sometimes as the Holy Ghost" (True to the Faith- good book that defines basically everything Gospel related)
Stake (n) I know... I wish it was a steak too.. mmmm. But its just a larger area of wards. The church is organized (for as is God) so depending on where you live it can determines the particular
Utah | yoo-ta| (n) Place of many Mormons.
Ward (n) nope...NOT a psyche ward. Just another word for congregation.
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