Shouldn’t church members share their professional talents?
Question Dear Gramps, Once when my mom was really sick, and our family was short on money, my dad called up a new member of our ward who was a medical doctor, and asked him if he could write her a prescription. This new brother became angry and told my dad to...
Any recommendations for books to help me learn more about Joseph Smith?
Question Gramps, I do wish to understand Joseph Smith better as a person and his nature and personality. Are there any books or diaries that you recommend? I've read Joseph Smith history a lot, but some other sources would be amazing. Mauri Answer Dear...
Can we have the Sacrament as we meet as a family group to discuss scriptures?
Question Gramps, We take the sacrament every Sunday. But if we have the priesthood (worthy holders) in our home, can we have the Sacrament as a family group as we meet and discuss scriptures? Sometimes that's twice a week. Is there a rule prohibiting that? If...
Where do I turn for Priesthood counsel regarding sexual abuse?
Question Grandpa, I recently confided in my sister. I told her that I was in therapy trying to heal my chronic pelvic pain, PTSD which resulted from sexual abuse that I never dealt with. What am I missing? I'm very familiar with the atonement. It's not like I...
Does being from the House of Jacob have precedence over Ephraim?
Question Gramps, Hi. I want to know what the distinguishable factors, blessings and responsibilities are between being from the house of Ephraim and Joseph regarding patriarchal blessing Lineage? Mainly Joseph I don't understand. If Joseph was split into 2...
Does the church have a position on the rumor that someone translated the sealed portion of the plates?
Question Dear Gramps, I have to admit that no matter how difficult and or profound, you always manage to give answers to all those various questions from all around the world. Several months ago I sent a question about the sealed portion of the plates. There...
Why do we get married for “time and all eternity” if we don’t comprehend eternity?
Question Hello Gramps! I have been a bit frustrated over this past month. My grandfather proposed to a woman who he has known for quite some time, but only recently did he start dating her. It troubles me, especially because my grandmother died a little over a...
Was Jesus really a carpenter?
Question Gramps, Jesus is continually referred to as a "carpenter" (woodworker). However, I find no reference to the Savior actually working with wood. If anything, Christ was probably a mason, as nearly all of his references and parables seem to focus on...
How do I ask non member relatives for permission to do temple work?
Question Gramps, How do I ask my very staunch Catholic, born again Baptists, and non believer relatives for permission to do temple work? Can I take cousin Billy's name to the temple? Can I baptize your dead dad to be a Mormon? Your family needs to be...
Why aren’t we set apart as visiting teachers?
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...
