Missionary Ideas » November

Spirit of the Season: Sissel

meganolsen — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 06:37:11 +0000

I love this album. My mother-in-law, who sings in the Mormon Tabernacle Choir, gave this album to me for Christmas last year, and I have listened to it hundreds of times since then. I will never tire of hearing it! For those of you unfamiliar with the artist Sissel, you can get a taste of her voice, and of the album itself at the deseret bookstore site:

Deseret Book

Be sure to play track 11, “Like An Angel Passing Through My Room.” When my grandma heard this song, she made me promise I’d sing it at her funeral!

Rejoice and Be Merry: Mormon Tabernacle Choir with the King’s Singers

meganolsen — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 06:29:32 +0000

My sister and I are sending this album to my brother this Christmas. It is the CD that the Mormon Tabernacle Choir recorded with the King’s Singers, an AMAZING choral group, which you can read more about at the following website:

http://www.kingssingers.com

This has a very bright and classical tone to it, very upbeat and jolly. You can listen to some clips at the Deseret Book website:

“Rejoice and Be Merry” Album

The King’s Singers are phenomenal, and combined with the Tabernacle Choir, this compilation is completely awesome.

Christmas Lights

meganolsen — Sun, 15 Nov 2009 22:03:31 +0000

Colored or White -- You Choose!

I picked up a set of Christmas lights at Walmart for $2.00, and the extension cord was less than a dollar. This is a very inexpensive idea, which will spread a lot of cheer! I included the ruler in the photo that I took, so that viewers can get an idea of size. There were several different color options, and each box is lightweight. You could send more than one, if you like.

Easy Autumn Cornbread with Honey

meganolsen — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 22:04:56 +0000

Courtesy Danilo Alfaro

Nothing says Autumn like freshly-baked cornbread, drizzled with honey. Delicious! And while I’m sure our grandmothers made this treat from scratch, our generation can cheat a little with store-bought mixes. My personal favorite is Marie Calendar’s — just add water. This is a fun treat to send to your missionary when the weather gets a little chilly. Just be careful: though some box mixes are light (like Jiffy), others may be more expensive to ship. You be the judge. And don’t forget a little bottle of honey — carefully sealed, and non-breakable, of course.

Thanksgiving Stamps

meganolsen — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 17:49:42 +0000

The Postal System is coming out with new 44-cent stamps. I just found this really fun design: the Thanksgiving Day Parade!

You can order them online by clicking on the following link:

USPS Stamps

Autumn Hanging Leaves

meganolsen — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 02:35:51 +0000

Who doesn't love the look of Fall?

This is a fun and simple craft that is sure to add autumn festivity to your missionary’s day. I found this craft, and detailed instructions, on the following website:

http://www.ehow.com/how_4610766_silk-leaves-that-seem-fall.html

Basically, the effect is achieved by sewing silk leaves together with thread, and then dangling them from the top of a window. Step inside any craft store, and you will easily find the ingredients you need. Include tape, or better yet, hooks (like the Command brand) so your missionary can hang these beautiful decorations.