Do you have any information on a supposed prophesy made in 1739 by a Catholic priest?
Question Dear Gramps, I am looking for a reference on a catholic priest who stated that at that time (1739 in Basil, Switzerland ) that there was not a true church on the earth, but that he had had a vision of people being ran out of their homes because of...
Could you tell me when the great apostasy occurred?
Question Dear Gramps, I was having a discussion the other day with a non-Mormon friend. She asked me to define the Great Apostasy that occurred in the early church. She specifically wanted to understand time periods and what types of things were considered to...
Should I limit my activity in the Mormon Church in order to improve my marriage relationship with my non-member husband?
Question Gramps, I frequently read your questions and responses and they bring quite a bit of thoughtful information and perspective into my life. My question to you is regarding my status in the Church. I am a married woman whose husband is not a member. I...
Does the Mormon Church maintain that it is the one true church?
Question Gramps, Does the Mormon Church maintain that it is the one true church? What does it consider the other Christian denominations? Nostuh Answer Dear Nostuh, Yes, the Mormon Church DOES maintain that it is the one true church. In the first...
Is it considered a full tithing in the Mormon Church to pay tithing on our net income?
Question Gramps, When we pay our tithing in the Mormon Church do we pay on our Gross Income, before taxes are taken out… or on our Net Income? My husband who is self-employed says we pay on our Gross Income… But I have always felt that if I pay a tenth of my...
Will my parents, brothers and sister be sealed if we achieve different kingdoms?
Question Dear Gramps, Will my parents, brothers and sister be sealed if we achieve different kingdoms? (I am the only member of the Mormon Church so far in my immediate family.) Kathy Answer Dear Kathy, The sealing of families together for...
What Is the Great and Abominable Church?
Question Gramps, What is to be considered the "great and abominable" church on the earth today? I have heard many references to this, and question whether it means a specific religion or not. Thank you. Mary Answer Dear Mary, We hear of the great...
If the Lord would bless some people who left their country contrary to the advise of their leaders, why would He not bless me also?
Question Dear Gramps, Thanks for you reply to my earlier question. My mind was clarified about some things I needed to do. The reason for my asking about the Lord continuing to bless us should we go against the counsel of his leaders is because in at least two...
At what point did Joseph Smith’s peep stones become the Urim and Thummin?
Question Gramps At what point did Joseph Smith’s peep stones become the Urim and Thummin? Slacker Answer Dear Slacker, You’ve got it backwards. The Urim and Thummin, which is a very ancient instrument prepared by God to permit his prophets to...
What are the keys of the priesthood that pertain to the President of an Elders Quorum in the Mormon Church?
Question Dear Gramps, I were recently called as a president of the elders quorum. I am a little confused as regards to what the keys to serve as a quorum president are. An elders quorum president is called by the stake president, but most issues have to be...
If am not sealed for eternity to a companion in this life, will I have to wait for the Millennenium for that work to be performed?
Question Hi Gramps, Thanks for taking the time to answer questions. I know that we will not be alone in the next world if we stay faithful and keep our covenants. We are told a companion will be provided. I think this is a great part of the gospel, but my...
What happened to the Brass Plates of Laban?
Question Gramps, From my studies, it seems that the gold plates did not contain the same information as what was covered in the Brass Plates (i.e. genealogy of the jews, first five books of Moses, etc.) If this was so important, what happened to the Brass...
Do you know of any Jews who have converted to Mormonism?
Question Dear Gramps, I have a friend who was raised in the Jewish religion. She does not practice that religion and is not a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. When I am visiting her grandmother as a visiting teacher, she sits in on the...
Could you please explain to me the concept of the prophet Ezekiel?
Question Dear Gramps, I was wondering if you could explain the concept of the prophet Ezekiel to me. I would like to know his beliefs and what he was trying to achieve. Can you please answer this in terms I can understand. Thanks. Sarah Answer ...
Can I expect Heavenly Father’s blessing to help me find an employer since my reasons are noble?
Question Dear Gramps, Our leaders have counseled us to remain in our native country to help develop the Church. I am planning to leave my country, bring my wife and kids, which means I will also have to be released from a major church calling and take my...
Has the Mormon Church said anything regarding the Shroud of Turin?
Question Dear Gramps, Has the Mormon Church said anything regarding the Shroud of Turin? Louise Answer Dear Louise, Officially, no.. Gramps P.S. The shroud of Turin is known to have come from the 14th century. Here is a definitive article...
Have there been any sightings of the Three Nephites?
Question Hello Gramps, I was wondering about the Three Nephites that are still walking upon the earth. After reading about John the Beloved, I thought I would ask the same about the Three Nephites. Have there been any documented sightings of them. Trish ...
Is there any documentation to substantiate the allegation that Peter was crucified upside down?
Question Dear Gramps, Was Peter’s crucifixion upside down? Can this be found in the scriptures or documented by any reliable source? Micah Answer Dear Micah, The only inference in the scriptures to the death of Peter in found in John 2:18, in...
Has John the Beloved, who was permitted to remain in mortality until the Lord comes, ever been seen by anyone?
Question Dear Gramps, John the Beloved asked to stay on the earth so he could build the kingdom of God. What evidence is there that he has done this? I don’t recall hearing about any “sightings” of him or his work. Karen Answer Dear Karen, Indeed...
How do I react when the Mormon Church is described as a sect?
Question Dear Gramps, What can I do if our Mormon Church is described as a sect? How do I react? Thank you so much, Lennart Answer Dear Lennart, There are many opportunities for missionary work, and this is one of them. A sect is usually thought...
Do some difficulties that we experience in life come to us to prove our worthiness and others come as a result of disobedience?
Question Dear Gramps, I accidentally clicked on a link that inadvertently led me to a question posed about how foreordination/predestination and freedom to choose can be non-mutually exclusive. I write to you today to share with you my thoughts and see if you...
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