Are we allowed to wear hats in church buildings?
Question Gramps, I was asked not to wear a baseball cap in the church at a social activity that was not in the chapel. I do not see a problem if it’s on a Mutual night or social activity. I would never wear it in the chapel. I have a large scar from brain...
Why is attending all of our meetings a requirement to enter the temple?
Question Gramps, The past four years I have struggled with attending all of my church meetings. I have always reasoned that the sacrament is the primary purpose of attending church and the other meetings are secondary in importance. The three-hour block seems...
Why have the leaders not tackled the problem of weight issues with its members?
Question Why have the leaders not tackled the problem of weight issues on its members? I know the gospel is for us spiritually, but we have our heads in the sand on this topic. Eat meat sparingly is not adhered. Nor is 'your body is a temple'. I don't want to...
Is it okay to fast to get over a heart break?
Question Gramps, I hear that fasting is a way that people get help from God. I am going through a heartbreak that is hard for me to cope with at the moment. I can't eat and sleep that well. I cry most of the time and I am sick of it. I thought of fasting to...
I am angry and bitter with Heavenly Father for being gay. What can I do?
Question Dear Gramps, I need your help and I haven’t been to church in years. First, let me say that I’m very sorry that I feel this way but I’m very angry and bitter with Heavenly Father. I’m a homosexual. I didn’t ask for these feelings, yet I feel like I’ve...
Does our Heavenly Father have a father?
Question Gramps, Does our Heavenly Father have a father? In other words, do we have a Heavenly Grandfather? I believe that parenthood hierarchy is an eternal law, which applies to our Deity. If so, does that mean there is a higher God above our Heavenly...
What is it about the LDS church that sends people into a dark rage when they talk about it?
Question Gramps, I have a question, What is it about the LDS church that sends people into a dark rage when they talk about it? I don't understand this reaction in people who claim to be followers of God. I have visited protestant churches with friends on...
Where do we draw the line with being subjected to an ever increasing corrupt government?
Question Gramps, Where are we supposed to draw the line with being subjected to an ever increasing corrupt government? Does this mean that we are supposed to submit to knowingly accepting "the chip"? Are we expected to? Raymond Answer Raymond,...
Could you describe the art, symbols, images, cultic objects that your religion has and whose needs you are meeting?
Question Dear Gramps, I am trying to understand your religion more so that I can learn to appreciate it better. If you could be so kind to answer the following two questions I would be most appreciative; 1) Describe art, symbols, images, cultic objects that...
I feel much anger towards our Heavenly Father for taking my loved one in death…what do I do?
Question Dear Gramps, I had a very close family member die. It was very hard and is still very hard to handle. This person gave me advice and unconditional love. I know that this person was a very good person, but I just don’t understand why Heavenly Father has...
