Mar 7, 2009 | Mormon Policy, Priesthood
Dear Gramps Is there an office of President in Melchizedek Priesthood? In first printing of Bible Dictionary and on lds.org under Melchizedek Priesthood we find “From latter-day revelation we learn that within the Melchizedek Priesthood are the offices of elder,...
Feb 12, 2009 | Missionary Work, Mormon Policy, Temples
Dear Gramps I know we are not supposed to get a tattoo. Know I think of new members, or members who returne to be active of The Church, and do have a tattoo. Is it possible to go to the tempel, worthy in every way, except for the tattoo ? Gerda Dear Gerda, When one...
Feb 12, 2009 | Mormon Policy, Sexual Issues
Dear Gramps, I want to know something about mormons. What do mormons do when they have children that have a handicapt. Because when incest is commited you would expect most of theese children would have some sort of handicapt? Shifanya Dear Shifanya, People with...
Feb 10, 2009 | Death, Mormon Policy
Question Dear Gramps, How are Mormons laid to rest? Gordon Answer Dear Gordon, Generally, members of our Church are buried. In various parts of the world, especially in Asia the practice of cremation is common and sometimes required by law. Our members are...
Jan 24, 2009 | Blessings, Mormon Policy
Dear Gramps, Does it matter if the oil is poured directly on the head; or, is it okay to first apply it on the finger and then placed on the head? Jack Dear Jack, In previous years’ priesthood manuals, there was a section giving instructions in the performance of...
Jan 23, 2009 | Current issues, Mormon Policy
Message: HI, Gramps, I have a question. Does the member of the church has the authority to expel me of the church? While the bishop did not expel me and treated me well. Do all men have the autority to expel the member even he is not the bishop? I feel so confused...
May 18, 2008 | Callings, Mormon Policy
Dear Gramps, I have recently been called as second counselor in the branch presidency. I have a well kept goatee. I have had it for 10 years. I don’t keep it as any sign of rebellion or disrespect but because, my wife and myself both like the look. Nobody has told me...
Feb 24, 2008 | Church History, Mormon Policy, Priesthood
Dear Gramps,I recently received your new book, and know it will provide me with many hours of “pondering” the new (to me) ideas I found there. I also greatly enjoy the “Ask Gramps” section @ LDS Events. I heard about a Saint of African decent, Elijah Able, who...
Feb 22, 2008 | Health, Mormon Policy, Word of Wisdom
Gramps,What is the general council’s word on decaffeinated coffee, decaffeinated Coke and Pepsi? Ruth, from California Dear Ruth, Tea, coffee, alcohol and tobacco are against the Word of Wisdom. I am continually amazed at how people try to split hairs and walk...
Feb 19, 2008 | Mormon Policy
Question Dear Gramps, I believe in the head covering for women as the Amish and Mennonite practice. What does the Mormon Church say about this issue? Caroline Answer Dear Caroline, Should any woman choose to adopt this practice as a way of showing...
