Jack was made a District Leader this past week. This is the email he received from the Mission Leader. They also sent it to me.
Dear Elder Jack Michael Clemons,
You have been called to serve as a District Leader. You will have the sacred responsibility to inspire, love and serve missionaries laboring in your district. It is important to lead by love and example. You should have a model area for others to see when you do exchanges in your area. You should be obedient in following the standards as your district looks to you. Our mission can only be as great as the example you set for your district.
It is important that you live your life and conduct yourself in such a way that the spirit of the Lord will always be with you. Be enthusiastic, humble, and sincere, live all the mission standards, and be an example to the missionaries in your district. As a District Leader you will focus on the following responsibilities:
- Lead the district in mission matters as directed by the ZLs, APs, Mission President and his companion.
- Use PMG 2.0 and the scriptures in all you teach in your district.
- Set an example and be obedient by following all of the standards.
- Carry a full proselyting load in your assigned area and work with faith and diligence to accomplish your purpose.
- Supervise, teach and inspire the missionaries in your district. You serve them the same way you strive to serve your friends; by strengthening their faith in Jesus Christ and inviting them to repent and keep their commitments so that they will enjoy the companionship of the Holy Ghost.
- Plan and conduct weekly district council meeting using PMG 2.0 The purpose is to teach the doctrine of the kingdom (Standards for Disciples of Jesus Christ).
- Help teach how to accomplish the work through goals and plans (PMG 2.0 chapter 8).
- Conduct companion exchanges with the missionaries in your district; (unless distance is an issue-see Missionary Standards, 2.3.1).
- Practice how to teach and find.
- Discuss the progress and needs of people.
- Discuss and address challenges in the district.
- Share experiences and testimonies of missionary work.
- Interview baptismal candidates including those who have been taught by your zone leaders.
- Look after the well-being of the elders in your district. Make sure relationships between elders and sisters are in harmony with gospel teachings and missionary standards.
- Report concerns to the zone leaders unless these concerns are confidential or urgent; then report them directly to me.
It is important that you understand mission standards outlined in Missionary Standards for Disciples of Jesus Christ, and the doctrine and principles found in Preach My Gospel 2.0. Be the example of how to set goals and priorities, plan for success as defined in PMG 2.0 chapter 1, believe in yourself, be worthy of the spirit to guide your work. As you have questions, work with your zone leaders. I love you and look forward to serving with you.
With Love and Gratitude,
James B. Ledesma - Mission President
Alaska Anchorage Mission
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