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Originally Posted by Eddie32
Glad to hear the forum is open to anyone.
I have the same basic values and live the same way as LDS members (no alcohol, I don't swear, saving myself for marriage, etc) so I wouldn't be faking anything if I decided to convert. I know a lot of people are baptist or catholics but they don't go to church every week or make a big deal over it.
So its not mandatory to send your kids to do missionary work or to take part in religious activities every week? Right now I believe in God, but I'm not sure about all the details of the LDS religion as they would apply what's required as a member. After visiting temple square and looking online I understand the basic beliefs, but I'm confused about what kinds of things would be necessary for me to convert other than what I believe. I certainly don't want to be considered faking it.
Aside from abiding by the standards of behavior, which I already do, what else is required in order to be allowed to have a temple marriage?
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John's right. The missionaries are a great bunch of guys. They'll tell ya all ya need to know.
One thing I hope you understand is that joining the church can mean a pretty big change, even when you're already obeying most of the commandments.
We are commanded to "meet together oft", which we interpret as attending church every week, plus even more than that. After joining, you'll be asked to "serve in a calling". It could be joining a committee to help plan activities, helping people with employment if they need it, typing up the weekly church program; stuff like that. If you're willing, they may even ask you to teach a small sunday school class to a certain age group, anywhere from nursery up to 16-17 year olds or even adults 18+.
We have activities during the week too; not just on Sundays. You might be asked to help with those.