What is the history of Fast and Testimony Meetings?
Question Gramps, When did the fast and testimony start every first Sunday of the month and why is it done once a month? John Answer John, The origins of Fast and Testimony Day trace back to the early days of the Church. Initially, the Latter-day...
Why wasn’t Joseph Smith sealed to Emma first?
Question Gramps, If Emma was Joseph Smith's first wife, why wasn't he sealed to her first? Esteban Answer Esteban, Thank you for an excellent question. To comprehend the intricacies of Joseph Smith's marital sealings, it's essential to understand...
Who extends the call to serve as a counselor in a temple presidency?
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?
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...
Not being a son of Levi, where did Nephi get his temple authority?
Question Gramps, Since Nephi wasn’t a Son of Levi, where did he get the authority to work or teach in the temple built in the Americas? Linda Answer Linda, The question of Nephi's authority to work and teach in the temple he constructed in the...
What did Elijah restore in the Kirtland Temple?
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?
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?
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?
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?
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...
