Q. Why do members dress the deceased and not the funeral directors?
In many cases members of the Church dress their relatives for the grave rather than having the funeral directors do so. To understand why, some knowledge of the LDS temple ceremony is essential. One purpose of the temple is to prepare a person to [...]
We often receive questions from readers in our question box at right. We have had several asking about romantic relationships between Mormons and non-Mormons and what they should do about it. It’s our policy not to become involved in personal problems since we are not an advice column, but we do want to give some [...]
Q. What happens if someone vicariously performs a sealing for a deceased couple that doesn’t want to be sealed together?
First, to understand this situation, an understanding must be had of sealing and of work for the dead.
Briefly put, sealing is the term used for being married in the temple. It is an ordinance performed that [...]
Q. What happens to people who die without being taught/accepting baptism in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints?
Heavenly Father has prepared another chance for them to hear the gospel and choose to accept or reject it.
The official Church website explains: “Jesus Christ taught that baptism is essential to the salvation of all who [...]
Q. What are magical Mormon underpants?
We Mormons are usually pretty understanding and thick-skinned when it comes to questions about our faith, but it is offensive to us when some of our most sacred concepts are treated lightly. The holy garment is one example.
When I hear it called “magical underpants” I cringe. I realize you had [...]
