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What to Write in Your Mission Journal: A Week-by-Week Guide
A mission goes fast. Here's how to make sure you record the parts that matter — the lessons, the people, the quiet moments between.
March 15, 2026 · 8 min read
How to Choose the Right Leather Journal for Your Mission
Not all leather journals are created equal. Here's what to look for — and what to avoid — when choosing a journal that will survive two years of daily use.
February 28, 2026 · 6 min read
The Best Gifts for a Missionary (From Someone Who Actually Cares)
Skip the plastic. Give something that will be carried, worn in, and treasured long after the mission is done.
February 10, 2026 · 5 min read
How to Care for a Genuine Leather Journal
Leather is a living material. Here's how to keep your journal looking beautiful and aging gracefully for decades.
January 20, 2026 · 4 min read
Why Handwritten Journals Still Matter
In a world of screens, there is still something irreplaceable about putting pen to paper. The science, the history, and the personal case for writing by hand.
January 5, 2026 · 7 min read