Winegar, Hayden

Dear Elder Winegar, Congratulations on your call to the Czech/Slovak Mission. From the time this mission was first opened in 1929 by Elder John A. Widtsoe of the Quorum of Twelve Apostles, it has been one of the great and historic missions of the Church. We are certain that you will find great satisfaction and accomplishment in your service here. We know that there are people here waiting for you to bring the good news of the restored gospel into their lives. As you prepare for your mission, there are a few items about which you should be aware: First, due to the transfer schedule in our mission, your release date will be another month beyond the 24-month period, making it a 25-month mission. Your release date is 8 August 2025. Please note this date as you plan for your schooling or work when you return home. Second, it can take several months to get a visa. The process cannot start until all the paperwork provided to you by Church Travel is filled out and submitted. Follow the visa in...

Dear Elder Winegar: You are hereby called to serve as a missionary of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.  You have been recommended as one worthy to represent the Lord as a minister of the restored gospel of Jesus Christ. You will be an official representative of the Church. As such, you will be expected to honor the covenants you have made with Heavenly Father, keep the commandments, maintain the highest standards of conduct, and follow the righteous counsel of your mission president. As you devote your time and attention to serving the Lord, leaving behind all other personal affairs, you will be blessed with increased knowledge and testimony of Jesus Christ and His restored gospel. Your purpose will be to invite others to come unto Christ by helping them receive the restored gospel through faith in Jesus Christ and His Atonement, repentance, baptism, receiving the gift of the Holy Ghost, and enduring to the end. As you serve with all your heart, might, mind, and str...