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4skks4: 9 months ago via iPhone | Last edited at 6:19AM on 8/12/2012

is it normal when a missionary gave me few stuff as gift? (read details)

i crush on a missionary but because i respect the missionary's rules therefore i keep my care in silence and try not to flirt, i dont want him to be in trouble. He actually knows I like him, he also often gives me candy, choc and cookies. May be he's kind-hearted person and does it with everyone but i feel something special from him. I am happy and thinking of returning a favour... but well, that means i need to give to his companion who is very friendly and funny too. mmm... Anyway, is it normal if the missionaries give people stuff?

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RainingStar: 9 months ago via iPhone

Depends on the church's policy. I'm a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, and that would not be appropriate behavior for a missionary. Other church's may have different standards.
Perhaps a more relevant question for you is are you comfortable with him acting that way?

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4skks4: 9 months ago via iPhone

Well, i like him anyway but i don't wanna day-dream hahaha so i need to ask. May be he's just trying to be nice :D

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4skks4: 9 months ago via iPhone

P/s: he is LDS!

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RainingStar: 9 months ago via iPhone

Well if you active LDS then you know you have to respect the important work he is engaged in above all else. If you think it might be distracting him, perhaps you could mention it to your bishop or his companion. If its just a smile at church, you should be okay. Just be careful though.
There will be lots of time after his mission for such friendships, and he wouldn't be the first missionary to return to his mission area for someone he met while there.

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4skks4: 9 months ago via iPhone

Well, he never goes alone with me. Everytime he gave me stuff, his companion was there too. :)
He also never done sth over limit with me... May be because i like him so i think too much? :D

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RainingStar: 9 months ago via iPhone

Are you in YW or RS? Do you have a leader you're close to you can talk to about this?
What ever happens, pray about, remain mindful of how important his mission is. If he's the right one it will work out IF you act righteously and prayerfully.
During his mission is not the time to explore any future relationship. How long has he been out?

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4skks4: 9 months ago via iPhone

1 year left for him then he will fly back to the U.S
I'm not sure about the word "YW" and "RS" :-/ because i actually have no idea about LDS. I'm currently with another religion but i may be baptised soon :)

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RainingStar: 9 months ago via iPhone

Okay. YW is young women (under 18). RS is relief society (18 and older). Good luck with investigating the church. I hope you find the answers you're looking for and a conformation of the spirit to your prayers.
I'm curious what country you're from.

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4skks4: 9 months ago via iPhone

Mmm... I'm from Vietnam :D also a YCW (C stands for Cute) hahaha... I'm in Oz atm, so is he! :)
And you?

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4skks4: 9 months ago via iPhone

Opps, i'm young but not YW lol, i'm over 18 :p

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RainingStar: 9 months ago via iPhone

I'm in Arizona, a convert to the church. I'm certainly not young but not old enough to retire just yet.
I have a very good relationship with the local missionaries in my ward. I often go out on splits with them to teach investigators.
I sincerely hope you find the answers you're looking for. The relationship with this young man is something for another day. But it is always wonderful to have hope.

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JoveRmail: 9 months ago

I think it's normal.

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Felicity83738: 9 months ago

Normal my family are missionaries and we give people things all the time like toys, candy, cards ect...

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4skks4: 9 months ago via iPhone

How nice! ^^

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