Instant Understanding

Based on an interview by Richard M. Romney

Church Magazines

My name is Magnolia. I go to a ward where we speak Spanish. One day Mia came to my Primary class. She speaks only English. I wanted to help Mia feel welcome, so I decided to help her. I would be her interpreter!

An interpreter translates words that someone is speaking into a different language.

How You Can Help

Tips from Mia and Magnolia:

If someone:

• Is new at church or school, help her feel welcome.

• Doesn’t go to church very much, invite him to go with you.

• Is being bullied, stand up for her. Tell your teacher.

• Seems lonely, invite him to join you.

• Needs a friend, ask her to be your friend. With your parents’ permission, invite her over to play.

If you speak more than one language, offer to interpret.

Give Us a Hand!

How do you show your love by helping others? Trace your hand and send us your story and photo, along with your parent’s permission. Visit liahona.lds.org or email [e-mail].