Young men and women who are called by the Lord as full-time missionaries begin their service at one of the Church's 15 missionary training centers worldwide. The Provo MTC is the largest, where the staff, teachers and leaders strive to serve the individual needs of each missionary who comes here to receive training.
The length of stay for missionaries at the MTC varies from 3 to 12 weeks, depending on the language requirement of their mission. During your stay, you will develop increased understanding and love for the scriptures and the doctrine of Christ. Our training is focused on the scriptures and the inspired volume, Preach My Gospel. Through obedience, personal prayer, and study of the scriptures, your faith in the Lord, Jesus Christ, will be strengthened and your testimony of His restored gospel enhanced. You will become skilled in teaching the missionary lessons in your own native tongue or in one of the more than 50 languages taught. As you learn to teach by the Spirit you will become a mentor and righteous example for other missionaries. New friendships will be forged which will last forever.
Between 1,800 and 2,500 missionaries usually reside at the Provo MTC. The campus is made up of 19 buildings on approximately 30 acres of property. Missionaries keep very busy with class work and meetings throughout a normal day. Weekly devotionals and firesides are held in which General Authorities, Missionary Department and MTC leaders instruct and motivate. Each week you will have the opportunity to attend the Provo Temple. You will also participate in weekly service projects. Additionally, you will have personal preparation time to read, ponder and write to family and friends. You will enjoy having meals in our large cafeteria and daily exercise in the gym and/or outdoor sports areas.
The Provo Missionary Training Center is truly unique in all the world, and the experiences that missionaries have here are fulfilling and spiritually edifying. Learning to teach the gospel in order to help in the work of establishing the Lord's Kingdom throughout the world is a challenging task that will stretch your capacity and capability. The spiritual blessings which accompany this work will bring about great personal growth.
Sister Brown and I welcome you to the Provo Missionary Training Center. We know you are about to embark on an unparalled experience. Our Heavenly Father will bless you as you faithfully prepare.