Jun 8, 2026 | Mormon Policy, Sabbath Day
Question Gramps, Is it appropriate for an LDS member to play the organ at a different church for compensation on Sundays? Michael Answer Michael, According to the theology and teachings of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, the...
Jun 7, 2026 | Mormon Policy, Temple Work
Question Gramps, My grandma wants to go to the temple more than anything, but her bishop says she isn’t allowed because her husband (who isn’t a member and has never been) won’t let her. Why does a non-member get to dictate her eternal...
Jun 3, 2026 | Mormon Policy, Temple Work
Question Gramps, Is there a correct positioning of hands and fingers on the head of a person being blessed, i.e., laying on of hands on the head or top of the head and side of the head in temple ordinances? Is there a protocol that is being violated if not done...
Jun 1, 2026 | Jesus Christ
Question Gramps, How are Jesus and John related? Kathy Answer Kathy, According to the Bible and Latter-day Saint understanding, Jesus and John the Baptist were relatives through their mothers, Mary and Elisabeth (Elizabeth). The scriptures do not...
May 25, 2026 | Holy Ghost, Jesus Christ
Question Gramps, Was the Holy Ghost in full force on the earth during Christ’s ministry on the earth? Clifford Answer Clifford, The question of whether the Holy Ghost was “in full force” during the mortal ministry of Jesus Christ invites a...
May 24, 2026 | Jesus Christ, Second Coming
Question Gramps, Will people living on the Earth today see the second coming of Jesus Christ? Tracey Answer Tracey, It’s the kind of question that comes up in quiet conversations after church, during family scripture study, or when the world feels...
May 22, 2026 | LDS Church, Testimony
Question Gramps, How do I explain to a non-member in a way that is easy to understand why we, as Latter-day Saints, say we belong to the one true Church? Tyler Answer Tyler, For many people outside of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day...
May 20, 2026 | LDS Church
Question Gramps, Why aren’t there paintings of Jesus Christ in a Latter-day Saint chapel? Michael Answer Michael, If you walk into many Christian churches, one of the first things you notice is artwork everywhere—large paintings of Jesus,...
May 18, 2026 | Mormon Policy
Question Gramps, Firstly, I don’t want to suggest that I am unhappy with my blessing, but I want to know if there is a policy or precedent to asking for another blessing? Truthfully, I can’t help but seek guidance as I don’t feel like my...
