A Russian Missionary
Here is the powerful testimony and conversion story of a Russian Sister Missionary.
Sister Chenina and I met while I was serving on my mission in Russia and her and I have been close friends ever since. Whenever I’m with her, I can’t help but feel the strong faith that she has in Jesus Christ and in the Restored Gospel.
I was privileged enough to accompany Sister Chenina to the MTC. We were then given some time (in which we recorded her testimony) before she left to start her mission.
Initially, this video was released on January 12th, 2009, the four-year anniversary of my own entrance into the MTC. The video was incredibly successful: receiving thousands of views and comments from around the world. Sister Chenina herself was informed of incredible missionary experiences as a direct result of this video.
The original of this video was eventually removed, however, at the request of Sister Chenina. Since then, we’ve made several corrections in editing, translations and music and we have even added pictures from her mission.
I hope that you enjoy this sweet testimony of Sister Chenina and that you share it (preferably, with a Russian!).
cud u answer some questions thru email.
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My husband and I are serving in the Vladivostok mission as humanitarian missionaries. Sister Chenina was our translator while she was here in Nahodka. We just showed this video to a 19 year old who is taking the discussions but who is worried about what her parents and friends will think if she is baptized. We have told her to talk to Sister Chenina and gave her Galina’s email address. Thank you for having this powerful testimony posted for us to use. Elder and Sister Rahi Madras, Oregon
While not entirely related to this video (although I have watched it and thought it was nice), I noticed that the video “Russia and Cechnya – The Beslan Massacre” is gone from your YouTube channel. What happened? It was in my favorites and I always found it to be _very_ powerful (as one who, like you, served his mission in Russia, I left a piece of my soul there when I returned home). Is there any chance you’ll upload it again?
Anyway, I really enjoy most of your videos. Keep up the good work!
What a wonderful and inspiring testimony. My niece is currently serving in the Temple Square Mission! Thank you for sharing this sweet video!
My son, Josh, is currently learning Russian at the MTC. He too will be serving in Vladivostok. Your video inspired me and I am grateful for Sister Chenina’s testimony.
Wonderful! How exciting that he is going to Vladivostok! That is certainly the best mission in the Church. :D I wish I could go there again. Please help me in sharing this testimony with all!
Seth,
Are you still a student at BYU-I? I am a faculty member located in the Hinckley bldg. 373.
I would love to learn more about Vladavostok.
Brother Steed
I just got called to Vladivostok! I’m reporting to the MTC in August. Anyone want to give me some info on the mission? Things to prepare for? I’m DYING for any and all knowledge!
Advice? Love the people. :) I wish I could go back to Vladivostok as a missionary. You’re so lucky.
that was really really powerful! I loved it! sister Chenina was a great missioanry while serving on Temple Square. I love her with all my heart
Thank you for your kind comment. :D