About the Author

Janis Hutchinson graduated Summa Cum Laude with B.Th. and M.A. degrees in theology following her withdrawal from the Mormon Church. Her knowledge of Mormonism comes from having been an active Mormon for thirty-four years during which time she served two local missions, married a former Mormon missionary, and sent a daughter on a full-time mission.

She is recognized as an expert on cult recovery and the serious problems of former cult members when converting to traditional churches. A frequent guest lecturer in the Bible college classroom and speaker at Christian conferences, and on radio programs, Janis has counseled many former cult members, and presently serves as mentor for the Institute of Religious Research in their Mormon mentoring program. Active in her local church, she has been twice widowed and is the mother of three, all of whom have come to personal faith in Christ.

THE MORMON MISSIONARIES:
AN INSIDE LOOK AT THEIR REAL MESSAGE AND METHODS
(Kregel Pub.)

One of the most visible elements in the Mormon Church is its missionary program. Each year thousands of young people serve as door-to-door witnesses at their own expense for up to two years. Their neat appearance and friendly manner belies, however, the real message and methods they use to spread their "restored gospel."

Author Janis Hutchinson goes behind the appearances to examine the real story of the Mormon missionary program—from its unorthodox theological and political beliefs to its carefully planned strategies to win converts. This book will tell you everything the missionaries are not telling you. As a former Mormon, she provides a window into a hidden side of America's most visible cult.

SYNOPSIS:
The book is set against the backdrop of a Christian Bible College in San Antonio where two Mormon missionaries bravely venture onto campus. The story portrays Susan, a student, who falls for one of the handsome missionaries. Believing she can convert him, she agrees to take their lessons, and soon finds herself torn between her romantic feelings and her Christian faith. A concerned teacher on campus, a former Mormon, accompanies her to the missionaries’ lessons, counsels Susan about their false claims, and discusses the Mormon material in her cults class.

ENDORSEMENTS:

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"Great story line . . . I got caught up in the drama. Fantastic insights. An impressive piece of work. Well researched . . . well written . . . a refreshing work. Fascinating! The fifty pages of footnotes are a researcher’s dream. A valuable tool, a must read for every Christian believer. Highly recommended." (The Critical Review, El Paso, TX)

"A fascinating—and at times frightening—'insider’s look' at Mormon missionary strategies and tactics . . . creatively presented and well-documented." (Randal Roberts, Dir. Of Spiritual Development, Western Seminary, Portland, OR)

“The book is an excellent way to learn the basics of Mormonism from an ex-Mormon, Christian critical (but not 'bashing'), point of view.”(a reader)

“Janis’ knowledgeable and compassionate approach puts one in the classroom, so to speak, in an easy to understand, comfortable, point-by-point page-turner on the missionary message. …HIGHLY recommended”.(a reader)

“This is a MUST READ book for everyone who has missionaries in their neighborhood. Purchase and read before opening your doors”.(a reader)

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