A simple invitation to a church activity became life-changing for General Authorities and General Auxiliary Leaders of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Listen to Elder Patrick Kearon, Sister Tracy Y. Browning, and other church leaders share their powerful conversion stories. Discover how members, willing to love, share, and invite, helped them find joy through the gospel of Jesus Christ.

Church Leaders Share Their First Invitation to Church | Love, Share, Invite

One way you can love, share, and invite as Jesus Christ did is by inviting your friends to church activities. Church leaders and recent converts to The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints share how invitations to basketball, seminary, youth conference, and other activities kindled a desire to know more about the gospel of Jesus Christ.

Try Inviting a Friend to a Church Activity | Love, Share, and Invite

One way you can love, share, and invite as Jesus Christ did is by sharing the Book of Mormon with others. Church leaders and other converts to The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints share how an invitation to read the Book of Mormon helped them gain their testimony of Jesus Christ’s gospel and choose to be baptized.

Share the Book of Mormon | Love, Share, and Invite

When Elder Mark A. Bragg was ready to accept the gospel of Jesus Christ, friends who were praying to know who to share the gospel with were inspired to reach out. His story shows how God can lead us to people who are ready to accept our invitations.  

Love, Share, and Invite: Elder Mark A. Bragg's Story

Through friends loving, sharing, and inviting, Sister Tracy Y. Browning discovered her path to Jesus Christ. Her story highlights the transformative power of inviting others to church and the profound joy that comes from sharing the Gospel.

Love, Share, and Invite: Sister Tracy Y. Browning's Story

As Nadia was learning more about the gospel of Jesus Christ, friends supported her at every step of the way. Her story shows how the principles of love, share, and invite extend far past the first invitation.  

Love, Share, and Invite: Nadia's Story

When Madeline had questions about The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, church members around her listened to the promptings of the Spirit to know what she needed. She shares how an inspired friend gave her the Book of Mormon to help her come closer to Jesus Christ. 

Love, Share, and Invite: Madeline's Story

Through friends loving, sharing, and inviting, Elder Taniela B. Wakolo found his path to Jesus Christ. His story is a powerful example of the impact of inviting others to church and the joy that comes from sharing the Gospel with others.

Love, Share, and Invite: Elder Taniela B. Wakolo's Story

When Elder Joaquin E. Costa’s friend invited him to meet a woman he knew, he was meeting not only his future wife, but the woman who would introduce him to The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. His story shows how new friends are new opportunities to share the gospel. 

Love, Share, and Invite: Elder Joaquin E. Costa’s Story

A simple invitation to visit a church members home changed everything for Elder Jörg Klebingat. He shares how the principles of love, share & invite led him to pursue a deeper relationship with his Savior, Jesus Christ. 

Love, Share, and Invite: Elder Jörg Klebingat's Story

Through friends loving, sharing, and inviting, Elder Rubén V. Alliaud found his way to Jesus Christ. His journey is a testament to the impact of inviting others to church and the happiness that comes from spreading the Gospel.

Love, Share, and Invite: Elder Rubén V. Alliaud's Story

Through friends loving, sharing and inviting, Elder Takashi Wada found his path to Jesus Christ. His story is a testament to the power of inviting others to church and the joy of sharing the Gospel with others. 

Love, Share, and Invite: Elder Takashi Wada's Story

An invitation to attend seminary proved life-changing for Elder Isaac K. Morrison, who was baptized into The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints at the end of the school year. His story shows how impactful the right invitation can be. 

Love, Share, and Invite: Elder Isaac K. Morrison's Story

Elder Hugo E. Martinez was introduced to the gospel by missionaries, but the friendship and example of church members also played a key role in helping him and his wife decide to get baptized. Their story shows the importance of helping everyone feel welcome. helping him and his wife decide to get baptized.  

Love, Share, and Invite: Elder Hugo E. Martinez's Story

It took Gessica a while to decide that being baptized into Jesus Christ’s church was right for her. The story of a friend’s willingness to directly talk with her about faith shows the influence we can have in helping a friend act in faith.

Love, Share, and Invite: Gessica's Story

Elder Edward Dube calls the Book of Mormon “his missionary” that was the true key to helping him gain a testimony of the gospel of Jesus Christ. His story shows how powerful an invitation to read the Book of Mormon can truly be.  

Love, Share, and Invite: Elder Edward Dube's Story

Elder Jorge F. Zeballos's wife Carmen was not a member of the church when they first began dating. But his example impressed her enough to accept his invitation to come to church and to meet with the missionaries. Their story shows the power of a good example.

Love, Share, and Invite: Elder Jorge F. Zeballos' Story

Elder Carlos A. Godoy surprised himself when he said “yes” to an invitation to learn more about the church. His story shows how clear, direct invitations to learn more about Jesus Christ can inspire people to follow Him.  

Love, Share, and Invite: Elder Carlos A. Godoy's Story

From the first time friends gave her a ride to church, Sister Andrea Muñoz Spannaus felt loved and welcomed. Her story shows how loving others as the Savior did can inspire them to have a desire to follow Jesus Christ. 

Love, Share, and Invite: Sister Andrea Muñoz Spannaus' Story

Elder Yoon Hwan Choi felt distrustful of the church as a teenager, but he couldn’t resist the invitation to play ping pong. His story shows how having fun with church members can help open someone’s heart to the gospel of Jesus Christ. 

Love, Share, and Invite: Elder Yoon Hwan Choi's Story

When Ioane met his now-wife, he told her he wasn’t interested in joining the church. But when he finally visited, he was impressed with the genuine love and friendship he encountered. His story shows the importance of love in preparing people to accept Jesus Christ’s love.  

Love, Share, and Invite: Ioane's Story

When Cameron was struggling with feeling sad and hopeless, her boyfriend invited her to pray. The feeling she when she did helped her take other steps toward God and eventually be baptized. Her story shows the power of inviting people to pray. 

Love, Share, and Invite: Cameron's Story

Elder Ahmad S. Corbitt felt loved and welcomed from the first day his family came to church, leading to the day that he stood up in a testimony meeting and announced he was ready to be baptized. His story shows the importance of creating a welcoming environment at church.  

Love, Share, and Invite: Elder Ahmad S. Corbitt's Story

Elder Chi Hong Wong found the gospel of Jesus Christ through his future wife, who invited him to a church activity while they worked together. His story shows how invitations extended with kindness can make a difference. 

Love, Share, and Invite: Elder Chi Hong (Sam) Wong's Story

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