Missionary Rules & Regulations

Companion Exchanges:

• What is the primary purpose of companion exchanges as described in the missionary guidelines?

• To swap companions every week

• To learn and improve from feedback and shared experiences

• To report on the exchange to the mission president

• To plan daily schedules with a new companion

Goal Setting and Planning:

• According to the guidelines, what should be considered during daily and weekly planning sessions with your companion?

• The needs of those being taught and collaboration with members

• Setting personal goals unrelated to missionary work

• Planning recreational activities for preparation day

• Reviewing personal performance only

Personal Study:

• What is the recommended duration for personal study in the daily schedule?

• 30 minutes

• 45 minutes

• 60 minutes

• 90 minutes

Sabbath Observance:

• According to the guidelines, which of the following best describes a true Sabbath observance?

• A day solely for rest and leisure activities

• A day to complete pending mission work from the week

• A day filled with joy, rejoicing, a glad heart, and a cheerful countenance in fulfilling missionary purposes

• A day to disengage from all missionary activities and responsibilities

Unauthorized Activities (Section 3.6.2):

• Which of the following activities is NOT listed as an unauthorized activity?

• Swimming

• Mountain climbing

• Visiting historical and cultural sites

• Riding on motorcycles

Communication with Family, Mission Leaders, and Friends (Section 3.9):

• What is the recommended mode of communication with people outside the family?

• Phone or video chat

• Email or letter

• Social media messaging

• Text messaging

General Standards for Interacting with Adults (Section 3.5.1):

• What is recommended regarding physical contact with someone of the opposite gender?

• A friendly hug is acceptable

• Limit physical contact to a handshake

• A pat on the back is fine

• Any form of physical contact is acceptable as long as it's friendly

Exercise (Section 4.2):

• Which of the following activities is NOT recommended for missionaries during exercise?

• Cardio training

• Strength training

• Lifting heavy weights

• Flexibility training

Money (Section 4.8):

• What items are missionaries allowed to pay for using their missionary support funds?

• Souvenirs and gifts

• Repairs to housing if they cause damage

• Food to prepare nutritious meals

• Clothing and shoe replacements

Dress and Appearance (Section 4.9):

• What type of clothing should missionaries wear on preparation day?

• Casual clothing

• Regular missionary clothing

• Gym attire

• Their choice of clothing