Feb 8, 2015 | Current issues, Holy Ghost
Question Dear Gramps, Perhaps this question has been asked before and I missed it, but what would you say is the difference between the influence of the Holy Spirit and the gift of the Holy Spirit? Is there a difference? Keith Answer Keith, There...
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 29, 2015 | Callings, Youth Issues
Question Dear Gramps, Can young men or young women have a calling while he or she is still a young men/women and still attending that class? Many have already reached the age of 18. Could they have a calling in something like Primary? Please advise. Best...
Jan 27, 2015 | Current issues, Sealings
Question Gramps, I sent this to my mom a while ago with this concern: Mom, this is a large, spontaneous subject, but I need your help because it’s been bothering me and even making me cry for a long while. I’m concerned that if someone I loved were...
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 16, 2015 | Jesus Christ, Prophets
Question Dear Gramps, We read in the Book of Mormon and the Bible that Christ appeared to His servants throughout history. Is there any evidence that all Prophets of the Church have seen Him in person? Julia Answer Julia, We have no way of knowing...
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....
Dec 23, 2014 | Last days, Priesthood
Question Gramps, Is there a prophecy that the constitution would hang by a thread and then be saved by the church or priesthood? Richard Answer Dear Richard, There is such a prophecy. In a 1950 General Conference address, President Joseph...
