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Missionary Community Service Guidelines and Etiquette

Where approved, missionaries may use JustServe.org or the app to help them find service opportunities. For information regarding safety guidelines, see Missionary Standards for Disciples of Jesus Christ: Supplemental Information, 7.2, ChurchofJesusChrist.org.

1. Show up and be productive.

   • Work with and engage community members.

   • Show up! Don’t leave others waiting or develop the reputation of being unreliable. If you cannot make a service appointment, call the service provider and others who may have arranged the opportunity.

   • Stay busy. If you finish a task and time allows, ask for something more to do. Pitch in, and give it all you have.

   • Clean up and put away the tools after you are finished.

   • Thank the provider for the opportunity every time. Make sure you have met their expectations.

   • Before you leave, be sure everyone understands when the next appointment will be.

2. Be alert and look for service opportunities.

   • As you work in your area, watch for opportunities to serve in food pantries, soup kitchens, other churches’ ministries, community centers, parks, and other locations. Let the zone leaders know about these opportunities so they can notify the stake JustServe working group.

   • Talk with everyone with whom you serve. Be cheerful and engaging. Ask others about their families and interests. We participate in community service not only to bless others and improve the community but also to meet others and make new friends.

   • We are not providing service to proselyte; however, you should feel free to ask and answer questions. If someone expresses an interest in learning more about the Church, ask if there is another time and place where you could meet.