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In the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (the "Mormon" church), sustaining the leadership is so important that each member typically will do it in public meetings five or six times a year (at General Conference, Stake Conference, and Ward Conference) as well as once every year or two privately to their Bishop or stake leadership in worthiness or Temple recommend interviews. They will also indicate their willingness to sustain any new leadership or service positions locally as they are appointed (this can happen almost weekly in larger congregations). The 'leadership' to be sustained includes nearly everyone in the church - from the Prophet and Apostles to children's teachers.
To sustain your leaders means that you are willing to support and assist them, as well as respect and obey their counsel. Mormons believe that their leaders are "called of God by prophesy". (Article of Faith #5) So to not sustain your leaders means that you do not believe they are called of God, and in the case of Priesthood leadership, can be seen as disobeying God, since they have the authority to be the mouthpiece of God to the Church. Additionally, members of the Church are supposed to view each other as brothers and sisters - we should love and respect each other and assist each other in our callings and responsibilities.
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What is a Mormon mask?
An internet search shows that the term is often used by non-Mormons when referring to someone who acts as a faithful Mormon around other Church members and Church leaders, but secretly lives differently when not around them. Within the Church, we usually use the term "Jack-Mormon" rather than "Mormon Mask".
What kind of lies are the leaders of the Mormon church having to tell their members as to why God saw fit to not make a Mormon the President?
The leaders of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (the "Mormon" church) have strict policy of making no comments about political candidates. Several Mormons have had failed presidential campaigns in the past, and Mormons have never seen this as God disapproving of the candidate or his faith - only the voters disapproving of his political policies. The leaders of the Mormon Church have said all that they will say on the matter by releasing a statement congratulating President Obama and asking that all people pray for him.
Was john Joseph Taylor one of the original leaders of the Mormon church?
John Taylor was the third president of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (the "Mormon" church), but his middle name was not Joseph. He converted to Mormonism six years after it began, so he wasn't one of the original leaders, but he was an early leader. I couldn't find any record of a John Joseph Taylor being an early leader in the Mormon Church.
Who led the Mormon church in Utah?
Brigham Young led the first group of Mormon pioneers to Utah, and over the next 30 years was the leader of the church while hundreds more pioneers travelled to Utah. Since Brigham Young died in 1877, there have been many leaders of the Mormon church. While each of these leaders have lived in Utah, they lead the entire worldwide church, not just members in Utah.
Can Mormon missionaries lie?
Missionaries for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (The "Mormon" church) do have the physical ability to lie, as they are human, but they are not supposed to lie. If their leaders find out they have lied they can be sent home.
Is the insurance company PEMCO affilicated with the Mormon church?
No. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (the "Mormon" church) is affiliated only with Beneficial Life Insurance. They do also operate their own insurance company, but it is a private insurance company which is only available to Church employees and leaders.
Who were the religious leaders in Utah?
There are many religious leaders in Utah. Though many belong the the Mormon Church, there are other religions. To get an exact count you would have to search the Net.
Where can one find The Book Of Mormon?
Since the Mormon Church considers the distribution of the Book of Mormon so important, readers can find free copies online or by simply requesting a free copy from any LDS church.
What city is the center of Mormon religion?
Church headquarters for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (the "Mormon" church) is located in Salt Lake City, Utah. Mormons don't think the city is sacred or holy in any way, but it is where top level leaders of the church live, where church archives are kept, and where most church business occurs.
What is a good sentence with the word Mormon's in it?
The Mormon church is the true church. The Mormon Church is officially called the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
What is the Mormon Bible called?
The official Bible of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (the "Mormon" church) is the King James Version of the Bible. They also consider The Book of Mormon as scripture equal with the Bible.
Can a greek marry a Mormon in the church?
Of course! The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (the "Mormon" church) allows anyone (member or non-member) to be married in their church, and provides both the building and the bishop to perform the ceremony free of charge, provided that their building use guidelines are followed. While Mormons are encouraged to marry within the religion, it is not a requirement and many choose to marry someone from outside the faith. Mormons are accepting of all races and nationalities, Greeks are welcome to visit Mormon services or be baptized into the church if they wish. Please note that a Mormon church is different than a Mormon temple. While anyone is welcome to enter and use a Mormon church building, Mormon temples are open only to practicing Mormons with special permission from their local leaders.
