Every missionary matters to our Heavenly Father. After becoming ill with a life-threatening parasite and being sent home after serving for only six months, Kristen Danner Reber has experienced firsthand the struggles that come with being released from a mission early. After fighting the blows to her confidence, self-esteem, and faith, Kristen looked outward for others who have gone through similar circumstances. In this compilation of scholarly research and personal accounts from early-returned missionaries, you will find: • A discussion of the different reasons why missionaries can be released early • Advice for mission presidents and parents of early returned missionaries • Counsel for missionaries who find it hard to come back to church after coming home early • An open and loving conversation about how to view an early homecoming as a positive and spiritual experience Perfect for returned missionaries, their family, and their leaders, this audiobook will help you navigate through the mixed emotions of an early release for any reason and press forward with faith.
