When is the Mission Reunion?

The reunion will be held Friday 3 October 2003.

Where will it be held?

The reunion will be held at 10375 South 630 East, Sandy UT - about 15 miles south of downtown Salt Lake.

How do I get there?

Take exit #297 – 10600 South on the I-15.  Go east 1.5 miles to Leilani Dr.  Turn north 3/10th of a mile.

Is there a schedule for the evening?

5:30 to 6:30 - Meet and greet
6:30 to 7:20 - Eat
7:30 to 8:30 - formal reunion meeting
8:30 and beyond - dessert and open visiting

Are families invited?

Yes, families are welcome at the dinner, the reunion meeting itself and especially at the additional activities.

Will any of my companions be there?

We have invited all missionaries who served under President Eagar or President Muren to join us.  We hope you will find many of your companions and members of your LTM / MTC group there.  You can check the list online of those who have already RSVP'd: http://3tcm.dock.net/CostaRicaMissionAlumni.htm

Will President Muren be there?

Yes, President Muren confirmed early this year that he and Gladys will be there.  We have invited him to speak and look forward to hearing from him.

Will President Eagar be there?

Yes.  Although President Eagar is not in great health, he has said that he intends to be there.  We hope to hear from him as well.  We have already videorecorded a wonderful interview with President Eagar.  We will show parts of it at the reunion and it will be a part of the Video / DVD we are making available in connection with this reunion.

Are RSVPs required?

Yes and no.  We need to get a count of how many intend to participate in the dinner.  However, if you do not intend to eat with us, you may show up at the door for the meeting at 7:30.

How do I RSVP?

Send an email to Tim Malone (Tim@3tcm.net) if you have not already RSVP'd.  Let us know how many will be attending.  You can check your RSVP status online at: http://3tcm.dock.net/CostaRicaMissionAlumni.htm

Will there be food?

Yes.  The menu will be delicious and will include authentic Central American fare.  We are appreciative to Shauna Peck Hooper who is making the arrangements for the dinner.

Is there a cost?

Yes.  There is a cost for the dinner of $15 per person.  We believe you will be pleased and find it enjoyable.  There is no cost of you just want to attend the meeting.  Don't let the cost prevent you from joining us.

Where do I send money?

Send your checks to Brent Romney, 5003 Victor St. Dallas, TX 75214.  Email: bromney@uici.net.

Is there a deadline?

Yes.  The deadline for RSVP'ing is Saturday, September 27th.  It is preferred that you pay in advance.  We need to get a final count and the money to the caterer a week before the reunion.

Can I pay at the door?

Yes. We would prefer that you pay for the dinner in advance, but as long as you have RSVP'ed, you may pay at the door.  Please come to the reunion even if you don't plan to have dinner with us.  We look forward to seeing you there.

Are there other activities?

Yes.  The following activities are planned and being organized.  We will have more information in the next week or two as to exactly where to meet and when.

1. Friday a.m. golf.  Contact Mike Lacey: mlacey@pclient.ml.com

2. Friday noon picnic in canyon (children are welcome).
3. Saturday morning breakfast prior to conference.

Will there be a video?

Yes.  We are planning a multimedia presentation to be shown at the reunion as well as taking additional footage at the reunion itself.  It is being put together by Loren Ashcraft, who did the multimedia presentation at the last reunion.

Can I reserve a copy of the video?

Yes.  Send an email to Tim Malone (Tim@3tcm.net).  You may check online to see the status of your reservation.  http://3tcm.dock.net/CostaRicaMissionAlumni.htm

Is there a cost for the video?

Yes.  It is estimated at this time to be $6.00 a copy in either format - VHS or DVD.  Send you check directly to Loren Ashcraft.

Can I contribute to the video?

Yes.  We encourage you to contact Loren G. Ashcraft, 68 West 1000 North, Centerville, Utah  84014, Cell Phone: 801-599-1784, Email: Ashcraft@USwest.net.  We urgently need you to send in your slides and group photos as well as unique and scenic pictures.  Please get those slides out and send them in as soon as possible.  Gary Hanson is another contact if you are unable to reach Loren Ashcraft: 1612 W. 9620 S., South Jordan, UT 84095, 801-302-1281, gary.hanson@jordan.k12.ut.us

How can I help to make the reunion a success?

Log onto the website, find your companions or those in your group who have not yet signed up and get them on board.

Where can I get more information?

Log on to the web site.  Here are some links:  Main page announcing the reunion.

CostaRicaMissionAlumni - Master list of all missionaries who served in the mission between 1974 and 1980.
SortedAlumniList - Same list as above except sorted by date returned home.
MIAList - List of all missionaries that we have not yet found – US missionaries only.
MIAList1 - List of missionaries from other than the US who we have not yet found.
Bios - Launch page to all bios collected so far (131) – many with current photos.
WhatsNew - History of daily updates to the web site from Dec 2002 to present.
Location - Address and map of the location of the reunion – includes directions & schedule.

ReunionBio - Use this form to submit your own bio to be included on the web site.
August email - A copy of the last email sent out in August.

June email - A copy of an earlier email sent out in June.

NOTE: To whomever submitted their bio two weeks ago and has not seen it posted yet - it was accidentally deleted.  Please accept my apologies for the electronic blip and resubmit it.  I know it took you a long time to write it up.  We want you to be included.  Thanks.