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How do you feel about calling a bishop "Bishop", even after he's been released? I remember being taught that it's a sign of respect, so I always do. Do you? Is it all the time, only at church, only in certain situations? What if the current bishop is in the same room? They are both "Bishop?" I'm wondering if it's become old-school or if people still do it. What are your opinions and why?

Did they have multiple callings? If so, then the Bishopric is in the wrong for not following the handbook and putting an unnecessary burden on the member to struggle with that situation. People are exercising faith when they accept callings, and a Bishop should consider their responsibility in extending callings. It would not be hard for OP's bishop to open his app and see the list of callings under OP's name. The burden should not be on a faithful young man, who wants to serve and sustain his leaders, to decide how to move forward. The bishop should read the handbook, pray to know the Lord's will regarding which calling is right for OP, and extend one calling. That's his job. OP's role is to faithfully accept.

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Is temple ordinance worker considered a calling? I've never done that, so I didn't know. You guys are impressive, lots of you with multiple callings.

What about a second calling? Anyone say no to that? The handbook says that generally everyone has only one calling at a time. My ward has been giving some people multiple callings, and I wish they wouldn't burden certain people who are busy doing so much for the ward already. I wouldn't say no to a calling, but I would insist on being released from my old one! Although, it would depend on the season of life that I'm in. My dad has juggled 2-3 callings at a time, but he was retired and enjoyed having things to do. Anyway, years ago, I was asked to help take the burden off the organist by playing once a month. My husband was in the bishopric, and I'd just given birth to my 6th child. So I said no (I felt ok because it wasn't a calling...I already had a calling and ward organist was this other person's calling). My husband told them I said no, and he said they were really surprised I would say no. I wasn't there but always imagined them being disappointed in me. But I really felt like it was asking too much at the time! I was primary pianist already and 3 hours without being able to nurse a newborn was not going to work. I was overwhelmed and doing the best I could. So, I see other people who look like they're taking on too much, and I get mad at the bishopric for not following the handbook.

Thanks for sharing - sounds really interesting! I didn't know that there were journals and would love to get a glimpse into a prophet's thoughts. I bet it is especially interesting given the time frame he was prophet. Thanks for mentioning the book!

I always understood the 2nd Article of Faith to be referring to Judgment Day and not at all what happens to us in this life. In the specific example of Adam's transgression, you could say that we ARE all "punished." Men are that they may have joy, but we are certainly here as a result of Adam and Eve's choice. As I understand it, the doctrine seems to say that it's only an earthly consequence and that we are all agents unto ourselves to choose eternal life or death amidst whatever circumstance we are in. That includes a fallen state, as well as poverty, disease, war, bondage, curses, etc. that may be a reality because of our parents' choices. The belief, then, that we will be punished for our own sins means we do not have to repent for others' sins, even if they greatly affect our lives. We repent of our sins only. We are not held accountable for the Fall and do not need to repent for being fallen.

I've never heard of it. What are some reasons you would you recommend it?

I can't remember for sure, but probably a little over 2 years. Maybe I should experiment and keep one longer to see how far it'll go. But I do use them in my cooking and try to go through the jars before they get too close to expiration. I've got a bunch in my closet and under my bed that do great - they smell/taste fresh when opened!

I can meat with a pressure cooker. Someone taught me years ago that it is shelf stable for 3 years, so I rotate it using that guideline, and it works well.

Kiddos Forever home Let's get a bite You/I got this Right on What can I do you for? Any kind of "hack" "You know that . . ." - I think it's rude and condescending to say this

And most people agree with you. The movie didn't feel right to me. I have impressionable kids at home, and there are so many other options of movies to watch that I feel better avoiding Luca. I disagree that it wasn't meant to be interpreted that way, as I already mentioned. Just my opinion. These days? Yes, there is a lot that we don't watch. But, if we are talking about all of the great Disney movies from over the years, then I don't agree with it being anywhere near 90% at all. They have shied away from LGBT for a long time, because they know their audience. And the audience is changing, of course, with younger generations raising kids. That's why they have been throwing in "nods," as you say. I'm fine with many of the nods. To me, Luca was different. And it was so plain to me that I don't understand why others don't agree with me, but I respect their opinions. I also didn't like the movie in general so, again, it's easy to avoid. You were the one who brought it up haha so I feel a bit baited. Did I miss some sarcasm in your question?

Yes, I did. My kids and I watched Luca the day it was released. My kids are not allowed to watch it anymore. I was thinking it was more about homosexuality than transgenderism so I'd have to watch it again to decide if it applies there, too. It was interesting to me that so many people didn't think it was LGBT. OK, so...it was not literally about that. The director even clarified such, saying that they were prepubescent boys and there was no romance going on. This is true. But the language and themes in the movie seem to be making a point and wanting to influence children to think a certain way. It seems to come from the viewpoint that people are homophobic and attempts to show that there's nothing to fear. Some say you'd have to be looking hard to see parallels. I couldn't not see them. And I can't be convinced it wasn't deliberate. Not to mention that Disney + has put out openly gay content recently. Have you seen the animated short, "Out?" They waited a little while for us all to be comfortable with the streaming service and then started putting LGBT stuff on there. I think they want to normalize it on their platform a little bit at a time.

Thank you sharing this. This experience has definitely made me approach my second son's upcoming departure differently! I'm trying to be excited with him, but I find myself saying a lot, "Well, you know....such and such is going to be very difficult and how do you think you are going to handle it?" And if his brother ends up returning early, that will open up some interesting conversations for him to ponder.

Thank you so much