I (Donna) was the only missionary available when a Filipino Mom and Dad and their three young children entered the VC. They loved the Christus statue and narration and on their Comment card said, "I really like the lobby area with the big image of Jesus, just like being alive in front of you." The children loved all the "hands-on" exhibits and the parents expressed a desire to learn more about temples. I'm sure they will attend the Open House. When they finished their tour and filled in the Comment Card and checked the box asking for missionaries I was so happy. Rey (the Dad) added this comment on the card, "I would like (to know more) and really appreciate the kindness (and) hospitality of the hostess."
One of the next guests to come in was a couple from the Netherlands. After greeting them I took them to one of our theatres and started our five-minute history video of Laie. By then Sister Clark from Provo, Utah was availabe and I turned them over to her. When they finished their tour, they too, filled out the Comment card and asked to have missionaries visit them.
Our Visitors' Center goal is to reach 300 Referrals a month and we met the goal for the first time in September (302)! In September 8,319 guests visited the VC. (The 302 referrals includes those the Sisters get working in the Call Center.)
So seeing two families in a row want to know more about the gospel is a wonderful experience.