missionary

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There is a certain humility in his approach that likely stems from his time as a missionary in Hong Kong and Taiwan.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 31, 2026

My grandpa retired at 70 after working as a missionary for most of his life and later at a national laboratory.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 24, 2026

Weston Port, the former San Juan Hills High standout linebacker, is finishing up his second year as a Mormon missionary on assignment in Spain.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 19, 2026

King Liu, the founder of Taiwanese bicycle maker Giant and a self-described "missionary" for cycling culture, died on Monday at the age of 91, the company said.

From Barron's • Feb. 16, 2026

The missionary ladies had put together a Santa bag of gifts donated by members of another church.

From "The Joy Luck Club" by Amy Tan