New Official LDS church site

[john doe]

The letter was read in my ward last Sunday too. Maybe they want to re-emphasize to the members to send those who have questions about the church to go there rather than to lds.org, which is more directed towards members of the church.

[abqfriend]

I do have a "Triple" and I do read it. I took the time to purchase one-in leather yet-as I know it is your sacred texts-and I deeply respect what it contains.

-so-nothing outside of the 4 sources you list-is considered doctrine?
This includes things said by church prophets not included in those sacred texts?
So-nothing at Church Assemblies said by the prophets would be doctrine?
-I am not LDS-but I think you are mistaken--or am I?

The catechism of the Catholic Church is totally searchable-and on-line-so you can find what you are looking for easily.
Here is the searchable link:
English Translation of the Catechism of the Catholic Church with Search Utility


-Carol

Originally Posted by DeborahC

I believe you will find it by reading the Book of Mormon, the Doctrine and Covenants, The Pearl of Great Price, and the Bible. Those are about the size of the Catechism of the Catholic Church and should take less time to read. Personally, I would find reading the entire Catechism cumbersome and would prefer a summary. But that's just me, I guess

You say you own a "Triple" -- that's where the doctrine is contained.
You might try reading it?
Many of your question might be answered that way?

Also, praying that Heavenly Father will show you the truth is always a help.

[Hemidakota]

Some Bishops are a day-late.

[DeborahC]

I suggest again that you speak with your bishop or missionaries.

My personal understanding is that this is a living Church, and that the present day Prophet or Authorities may tell us things which then, might or might not be considered doctrine. So the way to know the doctrine is to read the texts, attend the conferences, and listen to what the Authorities teach.

Other than that, I don't know what to tell you.

Is there a particular doctrine you're interested in?

If you think I'm mistaken, perhaps you should speak with the missionaries?

[qmechanoid]

Hi, lurker here.

It seems as though you desire a definitive, one-work contains all summary of canonical doctrine (I assume, in a form that may be similar to the Catechism). The closest documents I know of are the True to the Faith gospel reference book, and the Sunday School manual Gospel Principles, both of which missionaries (including me) have used to explain even more complicated doctrines to inquiring potential members and new members, in a simple, concise manner.

It may not be a full-scale doctrinal treatise on the level of, say, Talmage's Jesus the Christ, but it goes a long way towards summarizing our doctrines in one location.

[Shera]

Yes, I think I remember that in the letter that it had been redone or revised or something, so they were re-encouraging useage. And You know, I was still basically a little girl, well almost, when it was first up and running so I didn't even know it was there.

[Maureen]

Originally Posted by abqfriend

Great multi-media site-but lacks search and nowhere could I find the doctrines of the church clearly defined...

Looks like the place for that is at lds.org (in alphabetical order).

LDS.org - Gospel Topics

M.

[abqfriend]

Thank you-the links were helpful.
Yes-It would also be helpful if the LDS had such a one work listing and explanation of all canonical doctrine-that would be helpful.

-Carol



-Carol

Originally Posted by qmechanoid

Hi, lurker here.

It seems as though you desire a definitive, one-work contains all summary of canonical doctrine (I assume, in a form that may be similar to the Catechism). The closest documents I know of are the True to the Faith gospel reference book, and the Sunday School manual Gospel Principles, both of which missionaries (including me) have used to explain even more complicated doctrines to inquiring potential members and new members, in a simple, concise manner.

It may not be a full-scale doctrinal treatise on the level of, say, Talmage's Jesus the Christ, but it goes a long way towards summarizing our doctrines in one location.

[Hemidakota]

I amaze how far the church has come in the last ten years on the Internet. We can thank those who were inspired and President Hinckley who allowed it to happen.

[NateHowe]

Carol,

The difficulty in defining every doctrinal reference in the Church is that all the words of the Prophets and Apostles, when they are speaking in those roles, are binding as the will of the Lord. Thus, every General Conference, more is added. The scriptures of the Church are the Bible, the Book of Mormon, the Doctrine and Covenants, and the Pearl of Great Price. More may be added from time to time as new revelations are brought forth.

Thus, the catechism of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints would be incomplete within months after it is published. Additionally, there are ordinances which are not given to the world, but which are found in the Temple. These could not be included, but they are a part of the doctrine of the Church.

If you want to search the teachings of Church leaders, my suggestion is http://lds.org/search