Jul 7, 2015 | Current issues, Mormon Policy
Question Gramps, The church allows all to attend meetings, even nonmembers and ex members. What if a non, ex, or member began outright speaking against the church and its doctrines, to the point that they were a heckler? Would they be banned from the building?...
Jun 2, 2015 | Mormon Policy
Question Gramps, With the passing of beloved Apostle L. Tom Perry there is now a vacancy as it were in the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles. I am interested to know what the process is for choosing a new Apostle. Barbara Answer Dear Barbara, Jesus...
Feb 4, 2015 | Current issues, Mormon Policy
Question In California, it is now illegal for any Judge to be a member of the BSA. How does that work at the ward level? If a judge is a member of the Church, can he not be called to be Scout Master? Robyn Answer Robyn, In the 12th Article of...
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 1, 2015 | Current issues, Mormon Policy
Question Hello there Gramps, I really enjoy your questions and answers. Thank you for all your shared wisdom. My question is regarding visiting teaching. I am wondering why we are not set apart and given a blessing for this important church calling? Thank...
Dec 29, 2014 | Mormon Policy, Sacrament
Question Gramps, I have Celiac disease and cannot eat regular Sacrament bread. At my ward I place my cracker in a pill bag and place on the appropriate tray prior to the Sacrament. Unaware to me, at my son’s ward they have a special tray for the Celiacs....
Jun 9, 2014 | Mormon Policy, Temples
Question Gramps, Why can we not kneel to pray in the temple? Patty Answer Dear Patty, You can kneel in the temple, but it should be done at an altar designed for this purpose. They generally have a short padded “stoop” for you to rest...
Apr 27, 2014 | Blessings, Mormon Policy
Question Gramps,In our Gospel Principles class we were studying the priesthood organization. A question came about as to why we need two priesthood holders to perform a blessing for healing of the sick. I do know if necessary one priesthood holder could...
Jan 22, 2014 | Mormon Policy, Worthiness
Question Gramps, Some time ago, I heard a talk on BYU-TV by an apostle about bankruptcy. He talked about that and temple recommends. I don’t recall who it was, I have searched on the LDS.org site for talks but not there. Does this ring any bells or do...
Jan 15, 2014 | Mormon Policy, Offerings
Question Gramps, Does the LDS church help people with money situations if the person is not LDS? Sara Answer Sara, The LDS Church has many methods to help people who are struggling. When there is a natural disaster the church does send out much in...
