Another Option for Struggling Prospective LDS Missionaries


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There are many who struggle with physical and emotional challenges. For many young adults, these challenges play a significant role in determining whether or not they will be able to serve a mission. Lizzy Kartchner. Photo courtesy of KUTV. A recent KUTV article shares the story of Lizzy Kartchner. Kartchner struggled with the decision to serve a mission because of certain mental health issues she was experiencing. Despite her strong desire to serve, she was taking medication for anxiety, and the idea that she would be away from home for so long was troubling to her. In spite of her health issues, the Church gave Kartchner another option. This option is a "two-transfer mission." These "two-transfer missions" allow missionaries to serve for three months, come home for some training, and then the missionary has the option to serve for the remainder of their call if they so desire. This is what Lizzy has chosen to do. The amazing thing about this process is that whether the missionary just serves for the three months, or whether they...

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