by Terrie Lynn Bittner | Feb 22, 2010 | Frequently Asked Questions
When I tell the story of Joseph and the multicolored coat, from the Old Testament, to young children, they never really get the story. In fact, they never really see Joseph as the hero. Those with younger siblings immediately side with the brothers, and think it’s...
by Terrie Lynn Bittner | Jan 25, 2010 | Frequently Asked Questions
Mormonism is often known as a strict religion with many rules. Mormons are often asked why they obey and why they let others decide how they should live. It is helpful to understand a little about the role of the Mormon prophet and how Mormons view him. With this...
by | Dec 15, 2009 | Frequently Asked Questions
My first glimpse of a Mormon temple was of the statue at the very top. My family, lost and looking for an alternative Saturday activity, saw the statue and wound our way through the streets of Los Angeles—the City of Angels—until we found the building it was on. We...
by Terrie Lynn Bittner | Jul 24, 2009 | Frequently Asked Questions
The stories are circulating the internet that President Obama’s mother is now a Mormon according to Mormon records, because a posthumus baptism was done on her behalf. It’s important to understand how names come to be submitted and what it means when the work is done....
by Terrie Lynn Bittner | Apr 14, 2009 | Frequently Asked Questions
Mormon women are regularly asked why they don’t demand to hold the priesthood, which is given only to worthy boys and men. This is sometimes seen as proof that Mormon women are not considered equal in the church. The truth is that faithful Mormon women devote...
by Terrie Lynn Bittner | Dec 10, 2008 | Frequently Asked Questions
Most people have found Mormon missionaries standing at their door from time to time. Have you ever wondered what would happen if you invited them in? Their responsibility is to deliver a message to those who are interested. The message may vary, based on what they...
