I honestly appreciate this plea, and wish I could do something, anything, for that would be more than I can do right now. I understand the urgency (at least I think I do) of sending missionaries into this dark and fallen world. I hope that you (both general and plural) remember that we are in a recession. Speaking of my own situation, I have not worked in a month, and have had vehicle problems. I’ve not bought a single Christmas present this year, and doubt that I can afford to. I’ve almost emptied my savings account to make sure my December bills get paid. What little is left I dare not spend on Christmas as it won’t even cover my January bills if the situation does not improve. I wish there were more that I could do. But see no way at this time. Does that mean I have a lack of faith? Is it realistic of the IMB to expect the LMCO to be as high this year as in years past when many Americans are out of work, and financially hurting?