ELDER MONTOYA - PERU
Did you know that 30% of the missionaries in our mission joined the church as a youth or young adult? One of our young adult converts is Elder Montoya from Peru. I like sharing his conversion story because it shows how powerful, yet simple, invitations made by members are! In his own words - and with his permission - I share his conversion story: "A friend from my University, who used to live very close to my house, invited me to a missionary activity of her ward. Even though I didn't understand the purpose of this activity....she promised me free food and games. The food convinced me, so yes, I went! I never knew I could have so much fun on a Friday night in a church. I was surrounded with wonderful people and they treated me as an old friend. I felt as I just entered into a huge family. The games were so much fun. I hadn't had that kind of fun since I was a kid; I loved it. The next week, my friend invited me to come to the chapel on Sunday,