It's good to differentiate us from the way other churches treat such things. Being excommunicated in many churches is a permanent situation. And disfellowshipment sounds like we are encouraged to not associate with disfellowshipped individuals, which is the opposite of what we should do. The changes in terminology just clarify these things, especially when translated.
Hold on to the iron banister. "O my dove, that art in the clefts of the rock, in the secret places of the stairs, let me see thy countenance, let me hear thy voice; for sweet is thy voice, and thy countenance is comely." - Song of Solomon 2:14
It’s great the church is finally seeing all people as people. Being gay or transgender is not a disease. Definitely a win for progressive members and those of us who just want to see the church being inclusive and not judge people.
First and foremost I aknowledge nothing is revealed until it is first revealed to my servant. I can't help but think of what's too accepting and the Book of Mormon about Korihor. And just recently with all the years of an appearance of accepting worldly standards by associating with BSA to finally discontinue. Probably compassion in some more than others is attributed, maybe the principle of charity above all, but hopefully it's because "His" will be done. It's a beautiful thing being a member and have a testimony of truthfulness of it all...
It's available now, digital only except in certain areas where that isn't viable (some 3rd world countries where phones and devices aren't yet ubiquitous come to mind).
I love the new transgender policies. They are clear that simply "being" transgender is not a sin, and that even those who fully transition should be permitted to participate in the church as much as possible.
For anyone who is hoping to learn how to better minister to loved ones who question and doubt, please join Uplift Community of Faith. We also support members of the Church who are struggling with doubt. Our team is comprised of active and faithful members who are simply trying to help.
In 2015 I struggled with doubts and now in 2020 I have no doubt that the church is not what it claims. I stand firm in my faith in Jesus Christ and Him alone.
Does this replace the facilities handbook? They are not altogether aligned. It hasn't been updated since 2011. It adds things to this handbook that go beyond what is explicitly stated here, which has caused frustration and confusion.
From what I understand it replaces "Handbook 1" for Bishop's and Stake Presidencies and "Handbook 2" Administering the Church. These older books are still in the Gospel Library app under "Leaders" as of this posting.
@ RickmcGhee His *doctrines* are unchanging, particularly the doctrine of Christ. However The way in which he *conveys* his unchanging doctrines is certainly changeable. God isn’t a robot.. he works and moves in the ways that best serve his children depending on their individual circumstances. That is super helpful in situations like this, as the political landscape evolves around these issues. If political movements didn’t change I suppose God wouldn’t have to communicate so much.
What a blessing that we have leaders who work so hard to receive revelation for God's people in small and large matters. Thank you!
I'm extremely grateful for the inspiration found today in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints!
Was inspiration lacking in the past?
Amen!! 🙌🏻 What an exciting time to be alive!!
I love the changes in terminology! Grateful the terms disfellowshipped and excommunicated have been replaced with much nicer-sounding terms.
It's good to differentiate us from the way other churches treat such things. Being excommunicated in many churches is a permanent situation. And disfellowshipment sounds like we are encouraged to not associate with disfellowshipped individuals, which is the opposite of what we should do. The changes in terminology just clarify these things, especially when translated.
The organization of Jesus Christ keeping His Church organized then His work has us on the same page that will be great to have.
I support these changes.
Hold on to the iron banister.
"O my dove, that art in the clefts of the rock, in the secret places of the stairs, let me see thy countenance, let me hear thy voice; for sweet is thy voice, and thy countenance is comely." - Song of Solomon 2:14
I love the wording changes. It helps to bring hope
"Let's say Alpine, Utah" Boom Baby! No one says my hometown randomly.... Made me smile.
It’s great the church is finally seeing all people as people. Being gay or transgender is not a disease. Definitely a win for progressive members and those of us who just want to see the church being inclusive and not judge people.
I love this video so much it's is really pretty good it's is about Jesus Christ belss I love to studying out of the book of Mormon
If Mormonism were wrong, would you want to know?
First and foremost I aknowledge nothing is revealed until it is first revealed to my servant. I can't help but think of what's too accepting and the Book of Mormon about Korihor. And just recently with all the years of an appearance of accepting worldly standards by associating with BSA to finally discontinue. Probably compassion in some more than others is attributed, maybe the principle of charity above all, but hopefully it's because "His" will be done.
It's a beautiful thing being a member and have a testimony of truthfulness of it all...
I had to interrupt my Saints-athon with a Handbook-athon!📖
I'm excited!
Any ideia when its going to be available?
It's available now, digital only except in certain areas where that isn't viable (some 3rd world countries where phones and devices aren't yet ubiquitous come to mind).
newsroom.churchofjesuschrist.org/article/new-general-handbook?cid=email-OCA_Handbook_021920_LearnMore&fbclid=IwAR1q3neoM6xFW1SyNrmVqFwFCKzjoa-ok6iHQtAWvPsoVOQUYTwlEmOwa0A
www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/manual/general-handbook/0-introductory-overview?lang=eng
You can read about it (and access the book) here: newsroom.churchofjesuschrist.org/article/new-general-handbook
Wonderful
I love the new transgender policies. They are clear that simply "being" transgender is not a sin, and that even those who fully transition should be permitted to participate in the church as much as possible.
Sean Crandall Sincere question:
If a person legally changes from a man to a woman, can that person be sealed to a man in the Temple?
For anyone who is hoping to learn how to better minister to loved ones who question and doubt, please join Uplift Community of Faith. We also support members of the Church who are struggling with doubt. Our team is comprised of active and faithful members who are simply trying to help.
In 2015 I struggled with doubts and now in 2020 I have no doubt that the church is not what it claims. I stand firm in my faith in Jesus Christ and Him alone.
Can you buy the new Handbook at deseret book?
Does this replace the facilities handbook? They are not altogether aligned. It hasn't been updated since 2011. It adds things to this handbook that go beyond what is explicitly stated here, which has caused frustration and confusion.
From what I understand it replaces "Handbook 1" for Bishop's and Stake Presidencies and "Handbook 2" Administering the Church. These older books are still in the Gospel Library app under "Leaders" as of this posting.
Reyna I. Aburrito just uses preprogrammed answers she learned in primary.
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For an unchanging God, there seems to be a lot of changes in this church.
@ RickmcGhee His *doctrines* are unchanging, particularly the doctrine of Christ. However The way in which he *conveys* his unchanging doctrines is certainly changeable. God isn’t a robot.. he works and moves in the ways that best serve his children depending on their individual circumstances. That is super helpful in situations like this, as the political landscape evolves around these issues. If political movements didn’t change I suppose God wouldn’t have to communicate so much.
GROSS
The old handbook is fairy tail