Answers about Various Topics of Mormon Beliefs

Who extends the call to serve as a counselor in a temple presidency?

Jan 29, 2025 | Callings

Question Gramps, Who extends the call to serve as a counselor in a temple presidency? And, are multiple candidates interviewed as they are for the calling of a stake president? Cherrie Answer Cherrie, In The Church of Jesus Christ of...

Is baptism required for the Telestial Kingdom?

Jan 28, 2025 | Afterlife, Baptism

Question Gramps, Is baptism a requirement for entrance into the Telestial Kingdom of glory? Scott Answer Scott, Baptism, a fundamental ordinance in many religious traditions, holds a significant place within The Church of Jesus Christ of...

What did Elijah restore in the Kirtland Temple?

Jan 26, 2025 | Family History, Temples

Question Gramps, What did Elijah restore in the Kirtland temple? Bill Answer Bill, Constructed between 1833 and 1836, the Kirtland Temple was the first temple built by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Unlike other meetinghouses, a...

Should Non-Members take the Sacrament?

Jan 24, 2025 | Sacrament

Question Gramps, I understand that the consequences of taking the Sacrament unworthily, or for those who have not been baptized, are dire. Once I met a non-member in Sacrament Meeting. Sitting next to her as the Sacrament came around, I realized she should not...

What is the purpose and functions of the Relief Society when it pertains to activities?

Jan 22, 2025 | Relief Society

Question Gramps, What is the purpose and function of Relief Society as it relates to activities? Judy Answer Judy, Dear Judy, Whenever anyone has a question about the purpose, function, or requirements of a Church organization or anything it does,...

If we are created equal, why are some people more valiant?

Jan 21, 2025 | Premortal Life

Question Gramps, I’m a firm believer that we are all created equal before God. I also know that our eternal destiny is a product of our agency (whether we choose to follow Christ), not the false doctrine of predestination. But from revealed scriptures, it...

What happens to sealing to parents if adult child leaves the Church?

Jan 19, 2025 | Sealings

Question Gramps, What happens to a temple sealing if a child, born under the covenant, chooses to leave the Church as an adult? KrIsti Answer Kristi, In The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, a temple sealing is not merely a significant...

What is the purpose of a new name in the temple?

Jan 14, 2025 | Temples

Question Gramps, Hi. Thank you for taking the time to answer questions. I received my endowment a year ago and also received my name. But ever since that time, I have been wondering why we received a new name and does the name mean something. What is the...

Why is the Law of Chastity included as a separate law during the endowment?

Jan 13, 2025 | Obedience, Temples

Question Gramps, Why is the Law of Chastity included as a separate law during the endowment, instead of as part of the Law of Obedience like other commandments? Of course, chastity is incredibly important, but I’ve always been confused by its singular...

Since an ordinance is a sacred act, how does one obey it?

Jan 12, 2025 | Covenants, Ordinances

Question Gramps, It’s easy to understand what it means to obey commandments and statutes, as well as to keep covenants. But since an ordinance is a sacred act, how does one obey it? How can an action be kept or obeyed? Loretta Answer Loretta, In...

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Who extends the call to serve as a counselor in a temple presidency?

Is baptism required for the Telestial Kingdom?

What did Elijah restore in the Kirtland Temple?

Should Non-Members take the Sacrament?

What is the purpose and functions of the Relief Society when it pertains to activities?

If we are created equal, why are some people more valiant?

What happens to sealing to parents if adult child leaves the Church?

What is the purpose of a new name in the temple?

Why is the Law of Chastity included as a separate law during the endowment?

Since an ordinance is a sacred act, how does one obey it?

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