The Proctors are going on a Mission
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Sarah HinzeNovember 8, 2023
Thank you for your inspiring story about your ancestors. It brought tears to my eyes as I felt the spirit of the Lord. My husband and I served a mission at the London England Temple. It was one of the highlights of our life. Our unity and our love together grew by leaps and bounds. There are blessings that have come to us in the years afterwards that are spiritual. God bless you. I look forward to following your posts!
Fan for yearsNovember 7, 2023
You will be missed. "May the Lord bless you and keep you and the devil miss you." Pres. Ezra Taft Benson. God bless you that all your experiences will bring you and those you serve closer to our Savior Jesus and His restored church.
Stephen W. GibsonNovember 7, 2023
Great! You are going on a full time mission when you are both young and in good health. I believe, however, that you have been on a mission for the Lord for decades with your great magazine. On a personal note, if you find that you need some great curriculum to help the poor start their own little businesses, feel free to reach out to me. The Academy for Creating Enterprise has 25 rules of thumb for MicroEnterprise Success we would love to share, for free, of course, to help those those in Puerto Rico find their way out of poverty. You two will be great in what ever and wherever you serve the Lord.
ReNae WoolseyNovember 7, 2023
My husband and I are avid weekly followers of your wonderful podcast. We have also served a senior couple mission in Germany. It was amazing and we encourage senior couples to serve however they can. You will not regret following the spirit which encouraged you to go on this mission to Puerto Rico. God bless you in all you do!
JaneNovember 7, 2023
Thank you for all your have done for us with your podcast and articles. You will be wonderful missionaries. Enjoy!!! May the Lord bless you!!
Sandra FyffeNovember 6, 2023
Thank you Protors for your willingness to serve a mission in Puerto Rico! Grateful for your faithfulness! I read this article today, Monday, November 2023...the day you entered the MTC...much success! Blessing be with you both as well as your family at home!
Fay & Layne CroxfordNovember 5, 2023
You two will be amazing missionaries! You have already been serving and bringing people to the Savior through your tireless work on Meridian Magazine and your podcast! Best wishes! We are headed to Illinois Church Historic sites in early March, humbled but willing and SO excited!
Dianne Letsch ThompsonNovember 5, 2023
What a blessing for you and for the ones whom you will serve! Warm wishes and may you receive God’s best blessings on your mission to Puerto Rico!!! Dianne Letsch Thompson
Michael and Diane LoveridgeNovember 5, 2023
God bless you! My wife and I are in our fifth year as Senior Missionaries (Salt Lake Inner-city Mission), assigned (willingly!) to an Hispanic Ward. We feel so blessed and are trying to perfect our Spanish. A suggestion: As soon as possible, "forget" English and speak as much Spanish to each other as possible. use the wonderful translator smart phone apps and learn the phrases that are useful in daily life. Also, practice listening, listening, and listening. Best wishes!
Jill AntuarNovember 5, 2023
What you have done with Meridian over many years has seemed like a self-appointed mission! You've had plenty of practice and now will do marvellous things, being formally set apart in His service. Speaking from personal experience, serving a senior mission is a wonderful, life-changing opportunity.
Rae GreenstreetNovember 5, 2023
Thank you for sharing the next chapter in your lives. Having served many missions (and still serving one now) has been a blessing to those we have left behind. We are wearing out our lives with joy. "When you rest, you rust".
Karen Walker McMinnNovember 5, 2023
We just came home from our 4th mission and we miss it already. Such joy and gratitude we have in serving. You will, at the end of your mission, find out why the Lord has sent you to that mission. May you be blessed in all you do.
Anna FeatherstoneNovember 5, 2023
i was hoping you were going to say you were coming to New Zealand!! Your great grandparents have a touching story. You would have had big hugs from me had you been on your way here to Aotearoa! I love all our senior missionaries who come to serve in our Stake. they are exemplary. You guys will have a ball! Best wishes!
Cecile ScribnerNovember 4, 2023
Congratulations! Doug and I served in New Zealand between 2004 and 2006, and loved every minute of it. And our family was greatly blessed while we were gone. We came home to six new grandchildren!
JPB SwainNovember 4, 2023
Congratulations and safe travels!
Kathy SandersNovember 3, 2023
Can’t wait to hear your experiences and can’t wait to have some of our own two from Box B. Love you both and God bless you!
Ana Belen SierraNovember 3, 2023
Welcome to our paradise. The enchanted island.
P & T HarrisNovember 3, 2023
Happy to hear of your call. My husband and I returned from our mission to DC South 10 years ago this October. There are many ways for seniors to serve missions. We are glad we served.
Val JonesNovember 3, 2023
Thank you for your example. I am glad you have capable children and staff to carry on at Meridian. And I am glad we will get to read of your adventures. May God be with you.
Eduardo MelendezNovember 3, 2023
Congratulations for your mission calling and for your willingness to respond to our prophet's invitation to join to the Lord's army. I wish you the best during this time of service and sacrifice as our Savior Jesus Christ representatives. I have no doubt you will impact many lives in an amazing way. Hurrah!
CAROL THOMASNovember 3, 2023
FABULOUS!!! So proud of you...so happy for you. We love senior couples...they are the glue that holds a mission together. Ray and I have been on several senior missions...we only wish we could go again! HURRAH FOR ISRAEL!!!
Lorrie B ThomanNovember 3, 2023
I so Love your Podcast each week it truly builds my Testimony I have come to Love you both and your sweet family. Love your history and how you met and how dedicated you both are to the Savior. You will both be dearly missed and we pray your Mission will be a huge success you will both turn many hearts and souls to their Savior they may not even know yet. You are very Loved sending lots of prayers
JulieNovember 3, 2023
What an amazing story from your ancestors. Wow. And that you can read it and know of it. So incredible. Congratulations on your mission call!! Excited for you two. Best wishes!
Alisi Iongi FiliagaNovember 3, 2023
The stories you share brought tears to my eyes, and the encouragement to serve a mission together with my eternal companion. Thanks for sharing I shall never forget of mail from Box B.
Linda A SmithNovember 3, 2023
Beautifiul story. I always wanted to serve a senior mission but my husband didn't. Instead we got called to serve in the Spanish Branch for 5 years and in a way my wish was granted.
VaLoye & Dean OlsonNovember 3, 2023
You are needed. You will love serving and the missionaries and locals will love you. Have a wonderful time even when exhausted. We loved our four senior missions which included being Mission President in Norway.
NicolaNovember 3, 2023
Congratulations!! And I live in Invercargill, we have a ward here and our stake centre is 3hrs away. Your family created that!! Nicola in NZ
Ken & Yvonne CottrellNovember 3, 2023
Hooray for you and Godspeed! We will miss your Come Follow Me broadcasts but I’m sure you have that taken care of.
Paul HNovember 3, 2023
Bless you as you go serve. If you follow the advice Bryant Hinckley gave to his young missionary son, Gordon, you will be successful: "Forget yourself and go to work." While I enjoy Meridian Magazine immensely, I hope it isn't a distraction to you in doing what you have been called to do. My wife and I served for 21 months in Texas and because all we concentrated on was the Lord's work, we were blessed beyond our greatest dreams. We helped bless te lives of others in our mission during that time. A similar experience happened again as I served in a Utah mission office for a year post Covid. Good luck.
Karen CasosNovember 3, 2023
Have a great time. It can be challenging but just so the rewards are great.
Sharon SmithNovember 3, 2023
You will be such great missionaries as you share your testimonies and teach the people of Puerto Rico. What an exciting time! May the Lord continue to bless you in your righteous works.
LindaNovember 3, 2023
Best of luck. My husband and I served a mission for the church and it is truly the best and most special thing we have done as a couple. I am sure you will love your mission, your people and giving to the Lord 100% of your time.
Rochelle HaleNovember 3, 2023
Congratulations! You will be wonderful missionaries.
Lawrence RookhuyzenNovember 3, 2023
I had a premonition a few weeks ago that you would be called on a mission--so no big surprise. You'll be great missionaries. Larry & Kay Rookhuyzen
HelenCNovember 3, 2023
Thank you for this story and your dedication to the Work. Blessings upon you and your mission. I’m sure grandpa is smoking down on you.
Gayle WNovember 3, 2023
Wonderful! You both are great witnesses for Jesus Christ. The people in Puerto Rico will love you, as you love them! I'm so pleased for you!
ValNovember 3, 2023
This is so exciting!! The story of your grandparents made me cry. I, too, am in profound awe of the Saints who came before us. Their sacrifices were deep. My husband and I hope to join the ranks of other Senior missionaries in the next couple of years. Thank you for all you do. You bless the lives of so many!!
Charleen FeltNovember 3, 2023
you will love it and even though somethings will be difficult the memories of the wonderful people you serve will remain with you forever. We have served two and are considering a third one. The Lord will lead you and bless you so much as you serve. Congratulations.
Gale BoydNovember 3, 2023
We love this story of sacrifice and conviction and will love yours too!
Breck EnglandNovember 3, 2023
Mis mejores deseos en tu misión!
Gaye WillisNovember 3, 2023
What an amazing example you have from these faithful ancestors! I wept as I read their story. And what an amazing example WE have in both of you! Thank you for your service, testimony, and faith. Thank you for Meridian Magazine and the podcasts, which have been such a blessing to so many. God bless you and your family through you service, just as I know you will bless the people of Puerto Rico.
Michael S. KartchnerNovember 3, 2023
How exciting! Thanks for sharing!
Audrey YanNovember 3, 2023
I don’t know you personally but have enjoyed your come follow me podcast for the last 4 years. My husband and I had been on two senior missions, in fact just returned from a 2 years service in Cambodia; so glad you have decided to serve and it is true, you are in for an adventure! Can’t wait to hear or read about your experiences!
Michael SCRIMSHERNovember 3, 2023
I served in New Zealand in the late 70s. And yes, even to invercargill in the dead of winter which there is in July. I can relate to those wet, damp winters there. The Proctors have rich heritage. What a legacy and example to follow.
Susan NielsonNovember 3, 2023
That is so wonderful and exciting. I’m so thrilled you found a way to make it work. And I’m glad I won’t have to go without Meridian Magazine. Best wishes! Susan
Ron KjarNovember 3, 2023
I served in Puerto Rico 40 years ago. It was the foundation of my life and I love the Island and the people more than I can express. You will love it there!
Shannon HillNovember 3, 2023
Thank you for this beautiful story and for choosing to serve a mission. Hopefully soon, my husband and I will be able to serve. Your daughter Micheala was my daughter's HEFY counselor in Fiji and her example of missionary service influenced my daughter to serve a mission. May you continue to be blessed as you serve the Lord.
Lynn GardnerNovember 3, 2023
One of the best decisions you ever made! You’ll be awesome, but you’ll also love it more than you can ever imagine!!
Donna ColyarNovember 3, 2023
We are delighted for you. We have served two family history missions. You’ll never regret it! Buena suerte!
Becky S.November 3, 2023
Congratulations on this new chapter and keep working on the language! We will pray for your success as you share the near and dear things of the gospel in a foreign country! Thank you for Meridian Magazine all these years and the insightful podcast for come follow me!
RonyaNovember 3, 2023
So proud of you for your willingness to serve. I too have many ancestors that sacrificed all for the building up of God's Kingdom here on earth. God speed and keep you and your family safe. You will be so blessed. My parents loved their time on their mission. Our family was so blessed by their service.
Cynthia CNovember 3, 2023
So exciting! So glad that you are able to serve! You will be great missionaries and everyone who meets you will have new friends!
Vera DooleyNovember 3, 2023
Congratulations on receiving your call to Puerto Rico! I love reading all your articles in the Meridan! We lived in Ferron, Utah for almost 25 years! We knew the Steven's family who lived there. Thank you for sharing that part of your family history!
Joyce GlaettliNovember 3, 2023
God bless you both as you begin this mission. Thank you for all you have done with Meridian Magazine. Our thoughts and prayers will be with you.
Laurie Claeys BoydNovember 3, 2023
Oh Scot and Maureen, I am soooo happy for you and excited for the people in Puerto Rico who you'll be serving! I can't imagine my life without you two and your incredible podcast and Meridian Magazine. THANK YOU for blessing my life and my family's life with your time and faith-filled, positive perspective. You are the personification of D&C 50:22. I wish you the very best as you begin this new chapter of miracles! Thank you for sharing this moving story about your grandparents. Wow. Their faith!!!
Claudia Henderson SmithNovember 3, 2023
Congratulations on your mission call! That’s where Camille Helmick went on her mission. You guys are going to be great!! Put me on your email list.
Rebecca WalkerNovember 3, 2023
What an inspiring story! Wishing you all the best on your newest adventure! May you be greatly blessed as you bless the lives of all you serve! Love you guys!!
Joel MarksNovember 3, 2023
God Bless the Proctors. Thanks for all your teachings and wisdom! God be with you ‘till we meet again! Pray for Israel…. and Israel
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