melchezidek priesthood for converts?

[The_Incredible_Piff]

how long does it typically take for a new convert to receive the Melchezidek Priesthood?

[Traveler]

There can be many factors but in most cases it is about a year and usually corresponds to being ready for temple covenants.

The Traveler

[The_Incredible_Piff]

how long do you typically have to wait before you can receive the melchezidek priesthood?

[Steven22]

One year if you are 18 years of age and older.

[Moksha]

It was about two years for me. After going every Sunday for two years, the brand new Bishop called me into his office and asked why I hadn't been ordained to the Melchizedek Priesthood. (I had receive the Aaronic as a young twerp). I told the Bishop that nobody had suggested it, and he said, "Well let's do it then".

So, I don't think there is any time frame. One of the guys passing through the ward was ordained two months after baptism. He was a former Buddhist who had probably built up a lot of positive Karma.

[MamaTeddyBear]

I don't know about that one year thing for the M Priesthood. My son-in-law still doesn't have it and it's been 7years since he joined the Church. By now it has worked against him and the Church this attitude that someone seems to have. My son-in-law sees the male portion of the membership as an old boys club that he is not to sure he wants any part of. He is in now a position that I would hate to see any convert in. Pushed into a corner and not important to anyone in leadership. The closest he may have come to getting the Melchezidek Priesthood was years ago when a branch president asked him "are you happy where you are or do you want to move forward?" never did the word Melchezidek enter the conversation. Young man was so busy with helping his parents, starting a new job with the government and still getting used to married life, he was pretty sure he was a bit busy and didn't really want any more work to do. So he said he was happy as he was. Talk about poor communication. He has yet to be approached again. This one event was about three years ago. Is it any wonder why he doesn't understand what his in-laws are trying to talk to him about??

MamaTeddyBear

[Truegrits]

Hi. I love your avatar.

Has he talked with the Bishop? Maybe that would clear up any prior miscommunication?

[utcowboy]

Mama...

there are steps that need to be taken and if your son in law wants to move forward he has to show that he is ready for the work. Too much now a days it seem that people are too busy for church callings, if they aren't willing to do the things required by the position why should they hold the position just because of age or time spent in a certain quorum? I don't know all the aspects of your son in laws position and maybe its just like True has said, that he needs to talk to his bishop or branch pres. to find out whats going on. My brother in law is contain to sit in the back and not be asked anything too. But he know why his not moving forward or getting ask for a whole lot and he's fine with that.

[Islander]

I don't know about that one year thing for the M Priesthood. My son-in-law still doesn't have it and it's been 7years since he joined the Church. By now it has worked against him and the Church this attitude that someone seems to have. My son-in-law sees the male portion of the membership as an old boys club that he is not to sure he wants any part of. He is in now a position that I would hate to see any convert in. Pushed into a corner and not important to anyone in leadership. The closest he may have come to getting the Melchezidek Priesthood was years ago when a branch president asked him "are you happy where you are or do you want to move forward?" never did the word Melchezidek enter the conversation. Young man was so busy with helping his parents, starting a new job with the government and still getting used to married life, he was pretty sure he was a bit busy and didn't really want any more work to do. So he said he was happy as he was. Talk about poor communication. He has yet to be approached again. This one event was about three years ago. Is it any wonder why he doesn't understand what his in-laws are trying to talk to him about??

MamaTeddyBear

Mama I am sorry that your son-in-law has stalled in his progress. I am not sure where you live and what does the church look like in general in your area. In most places the priesthood is in desperate need of more hands to do the work. The laborers are always few. So after a few months of faithful membership he should have declared his desire to receive the priesthood. I think it took about 8- months for me. A few months later and I went to the temple for my endowment.

In the other hand, the priesthood of God must be desired. Most priesthood leaders will not offer the ordination unless the brethren shows that he wants to partake of it. One has to search the scriptures and study, seek after the things of God, His knowledge and His power and a desire to receive this endowment that only God can give. I am not sure about him, obviously since I do not know him, but he does not seem interested in a temple marriage either, I gather.

It is a vocation of service and an instrument in our hands to do God's work, bless those in need and our families. It is, God's power and authority delegated to His sons and a sign of royalty upon the earth. He needs to overcome his thoughts and perceptions about what the Elders Quorum is or not. The Priesthood is God's and if he (your son) came into the covenant, he has been foreordained to receive it from the foundation of the world and thus he has to step up and claim it. He needs to open his mouth and declare his intent to meet the challenge to receive it.

[tubaloth]

Usually it is about a years time. Usually the Aaronic Priesthood is given a couple of weeks to months after being baptized. But each person is different.

[Palerider]

alot will depend on you....it could be as early as 4 months or maybe longer.....

[Palerider]

it depends on you....it can take 4 months to a year.....:)

[VisionOfLehi]

Recently baptized brethren ages 18 and older are ordained elders after they have served as priests, developed sufficient understanding of the gospel, and demonstrated their worthiness- No specific time as a member is required.

It was 9 months for me.

[MarginOfError]

For me, it was 11 years.

[abeChristianson]

For me, it was 11 years.

Now I don't feel so bad. it was four years before I received the Aaronic Priesthood. I still don't have been blessed with the Melchezidek Priesthood. I guess I will have to go to church more often some how. (I work every other weekend during the night 7:30 P.M. to 6:30 A.M.) I get frustrated then just don't go sometimes......

[john doe]

It varies with different circumstances. If you are old enough, and you feel you are ready for it, I would suggest you talk to your bishop about it.

[Moksha]

I would imagine a well functioning Bishopric would be on top of the status of its members. I think the Melchezidek Priesthood should be extended to active believing males without question of their willingness to perform in any callings. Nor should it be up to the member to ask for it. There are a finite number of members in the ward, and the status of each should be reviewed occasionally. Best to not have any member left behind.

[Palerider]

I would imagine a well functioning Bishopric would be on top of the status of its members. I think the Melchezidek Priesthood should be extended to active believing males without question of their willingness to perform in any callings. Nor should it be up to the member to ask for it. There are a finite number of members in the ward, and the status of each should be reviewed occasionally. Best to not have any member left behind.

ditto to that......and that person should be talked about in all pec meetings or ward councils until he gets ordained an Elder

[Islander]

I would imagine a well functioning Bishopric would be on top of the status of its members. I think the Melchezidek Priesthood should be extended to active believing males without question of their willingness to perform in any callings. Nor should it be up to the member to ask for it. There are a finite number of members in the ward, and the status of each should be reviewed occasionally. Best to not have any member left behind.

I think I would have to disagree with you there. The Priesthood is received by oath and covenant. It is not a benchmark or a simple appointment tied to longevity or seniority. One must be willing and desirous to enter into this covenant.

f we—

1. Are faithful

2. Are worthy to receive the priesthood

3. Magnify our calling

4. Receive Heavenly Father’s servants—the prophets

Then Heavenly Father covenants to—

1. Give us the priesthood.

2. Sanctify us by the Spirit.

3. Renew our bodies.

4. Make us his elect or chosen.

5. Share all that he has with us.

The appointment to receive the priesthood was made an ion ago (see Alma 13) and it was on account of the faith and willingness to heed to the call. On D&C 107:99-100 it points to our responsibility to magnify our calling.

Abraham sought for the “blessings of the fathers” and the right to administer the same (see Abr. 1:1–3). But because his father, Terah, was an idolater, the particular blessings that Abraham sought could not come to him in father-to-son fashion. He therefore looked to Melchizedek, the great high priest of that day, for counsel, direction, and authority.

In summary, the teachings of the brethren points to a commitment that is necessary and a desire must be present to receive the priesthood. After all, it is the power and authority onto God to administer, to act and officiate in His name upon the earth. And that is not a small thing.

Edited July 27, 2008 by Islander

[utcowboy]

I have to agree with Islander here. If a person is not will to take on the responsibilities of the priesthood he has no business holding an office.

Yes, by giving some members a calling they will tend to grow into that calling, but there a far too many (at least in my area) that have been given the priesthood and a calling and they don't see the point in either of them. Are these really the people that should have the priesthood?

[Palerider]

we have members today that hold the Priesthood and don't take callings....should we get rid of them?????:)

[utcowboy]

You know Pale... to me thats a good question. We took a covenant when we were ordained and to turn our backs on that is... well its wrong? What do you think? Do you want a blessing from someone that kinda believes but it takes to much time to do???

[Palerider]

not sure....I am glad they are at church....and hope that one day they wil catch the spirit and show some signs of life....:):)

[utcowboy]

I agree totally, I am glad that they come to church and all but to give them the priesthood just cause they show up??? I think that should be thought through a lot more... Just my opinion... :)

[Palerider]

if they attend church and pay a regular tithe.....after 3 months they are ready to be an Elder....