Duncan Posted April 1, 2016 Posted April 1, 2016 I've been reading a few journals of missionaries who've served in the 19th century but they don't mention having their own place to live. It seems like they basically lived off of the kindnesses of others members or non members. Was that a common practice or when did they start having their own places?
readstoomuch Posted April 2, 2016 Posted April 2, 2016 My grandfather lived in fields, barns, or whoever would let him stay with him (member or non members). They would do farm work to pay for housing. This was in 1920 in Tennessee. 2
JAHS Posted April 2, 2016 Posted April 2, 2016 Yes they literally went without purse or scrip. "And again I say unto you, my friends, for from henceforth I shall call you friends, it is expedient that I give unto you this commandment, that ye become even as my friends in days when I was with them, traveling to preach the gospel in my power; For I suffered them not to have purse or scrip, neither two coats." (D&C 88: 77-78)
VideoGameJunkie Posted April 2, 2016 Posted April 2, 2016 I have to add some of the married missionaries had their wives sealed to Joseph Smith while they were on their mission. That's an accomadation. 1
Jeanne Posted April 2, 2016 Posted April 2, 2016 13 minutes ago, VideoGameJunkie said: I have to add some of the married missionaries had their wives sealed to Joseph Smith while they were on their mission. That's an accomadation. 1
Garden Girl Posted April 2, 2016 Posted April 2, 2016 In 1959-60 while I was away at BYU-Provo, the missionaries lived with my folks... all young missionaries, male or female, should be so lucky. My folks loved the missionaries and when I was a teen they spent a lot of time with us for dinners, etc. My mom loved to feed them... I loved it because to a 14 year old (9th grade) they seemed sooo grown up, and so untouchable... and so my sis and I loved to flirt with them. We'd play ping pong on the patio, and badminton... and many a good time washing dishes after dinner. We took care not to seriously cross any lines... and my folks were always close by. It was just good fun. GG 1
Duncan Posted April 2, 2016 Author Posted April 2, 2016 1 hour ago, readstoomuch said: My grandfather lived in fields, barns, or whoever would let him stay with him (member or non members). They would do farm work to pay for housing. This was in 1920 in Tennessee. Wow! that is very cool! I am sure he would never forget those experiences and the southern hospitality!
PeterPear Posted April 2, 2016 Posted April 2, 2016 (edited) 12 hours ago, Duncan said: I've been reading a few journals of missionaries who've served in the 19th century but they don't mention having their own place to live. It seems like they basically lived off of the kindnesses of others members or non members. Was that a common practice or when did they start having their own places? Come on Duncan. Use your brain. There are laws against vagrancy. Most were passed in the 1930's due to the Great Depression which caused homelessness, Drifters and "Hobos." Thus going without "purse or scrip" is no longer required. Do you know what "purse" or "scrip" are?https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hobo#/media/File%3AHobos2.jpg Edited April 2, 2016 by PeterPear
Duncan Posted April 2, 2016 Author Posted April 2, 2016 1 hour ago, PeterPear said: Come on Duncan. Use your brain. There are laws against vagrancy. Most were passed in the 1930's due to the Great Depression which caused homelessness, Drifters and "Hobos." Thus going without "purse or scrip" is no longer required. Do you know what "purse" or "scrip" are?https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hobo#/media/File%3AHobos2.jpg i'm sure that the Church had missionaries living in places by then but before is what I am asking, silly billy!
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