Jan 22, 2015 | Current issues
Question Dear Gramps, I really, REALLY need you to answer this question, and not shy away from it. What is the difference between a library (city, county or school) that offers access of copyrighted works to the general public, and an individual who uploads...
Jan 21, 2015 | Current issues
Question Gramps, Among the many prophetic words that have been preserved from Adam to Moroni that inspire uplift and strengthen ones life, I have asked myself from time to time that it seems that some of the most challenging experiences in one’s life can...
Jan 20, 2015 | Current issues
Question Gramps, There is a lot of hoopla going on about stem cell research, embryos, cloning ect. What is the church standing on these issues? Nate Answer Nate, The church has not taken a formal position on this matter. “The First...
Jan 19, 2015 | Current issues
Question Gramps, I understand that Elder James E. Talmage, under the direction of the leaders of the Church was asked to compile a series of lectures about the life of Jesus Christ into a book. And that he did this work in the Salt Lake Temple, on the fourth...
Jan 18, 2015 | Current issues, Mormon Policy
Question Gramps If a person is HIV positive, why are they not allowed to serve a normal full-time mission? William Answer William, According to the National Institute of Health individuals who are diagnosed as HIV positive need to work closely...
Jan 17, 2015 | Current issues
Question Hello Gramps! I am a recent convert to the wonderful Church and have a growing testimony of the Church. I had a quick question however. Time and time again, anti-mormons will use physical evidence – such as steel, horses, etc. against the Church....
Jan 15, 2015 | Current issues
Question Dear Gramps, I have a question about the Word of Wisdom. My question is, why does the LDS Church pick and choose which parts of the Word of Wisdom is to be obeyed and which is not? For example meat is supposed to be consumed sparingly and only in...
Jan 12, 2015 | Current issues
Question Dear Gramps, Once when my mom was really sick, and our family was short on money, my dad called up a new member of our ward who was a medical doctor, and asked him if he could write her a prescription. This new brother became angry and told my dad to...
Jan 11, 2015 | Current issues
Question Gramps, I do wish to understand Joseph Smith better as a person and his nature and personality. Are there any books or diaries that you recommend? I’ve read Joseph Smith history a lot, but some other sources would be amazing. Mauri Answer ...
Jan 8, 2015 | Current issues
Question Gramps, We take the sacrament every Sunday. But if we have the priesthood (worthy holders) in our home, can we have the Sacrament as a family group as we meet and discuss scriptures? Sometimes that’s twice a week. Is there a rule prohibiting...
