Missionary question

[Hello]

We have a sister missionary at our ward that I believe would be perfect for my bro in law. I know I can’t do anything now because she needs to focus on her mission but at what point could I say something?? Or is this just crossing too many lines. 

[Guest MormonGator]

It's never a good idea to play cupid. If it doesn't work out in the long run-they might blame you and it could damage your relationship with your brother in law. You are also right of course-she needs to focus on her mission. She also might have a boyfriend at home, or maybe she's just not interested in dating at this time. There are lots of issues with it. Sure,it can work out, but that's sort of rare. It usually doesn't end well. 

 

I know it's not what you wanted to hear...

Edited March 20, 2018 by MormonGator

[Jane_Doe]

After her mission, go for it!

It = introducing them and letting them take it from there.

Edited March 20, 2018 by Jane_Doe

[NeuroTypical]

3 minutes ago, Hello said:

at what point could I say something?? 

After her mission is over.

[Hello]

Would the last day she’s here be ok? I just hate to do it via social media. But she lives so far from me but close to him. 

[Guest]

11 minutes ago, Hello said:

Would the last day she’s here be ok? I just hate to do it via social media. But she lives so far from me but close to him. 

I don't think it would be a bad idea to simply say:"Hey, my BIL lives very close to you.  You should see him.  Here's his contact info. I'll let him know to look for you as well." I don't see any reason to imply a romantic connection at all.  Just give them the opportunity to meet.  If something happens, great.  If not, then that's fine too.

[Hello]

Thanks! I just got a feeling after hanging out with her that her and him would really click. I’d hate to miss an opportunity to introduce them if only as a casual hey y’all should be friends. 

[mordorbund]

4 hours ago, Hello said:

We have a sister missionary at our ward that I believe would be perfect for my bro in law.

Converting a sister missionary into a sister wife for your sister's husband? Yeah, don't do that.

[seashmore]

@Hello I second the advice given by @Carborendum and @Jane_Doe. 

If you really feel a need to plant a bug, play the LDS Kevin Bacon game with one of them.  Do nothing more than name drop. "Oh, you're from Timbuktu?  My husband's brother lives there."  Or drop a line to your BIL, "Hey, I just found out one of our missionaries here is from Timbuktu!  Do you know Sister Lastname?"  If either are interested in making a connection at any point, they will.