Questions

Originally posted by shanstress70+Jun 18 2004, 07:18 AM--></span><table border='0' align='center' width='95%' cellpadding='3' cellspacing='1'><tr><td>QUOTE (shanstress70 @ Jun 18 2004, 07:18 AM)</td></tr><tr><td id='QUOTE'> <!--QuoteBegin--Starsky@Jun 18 2004, 08:56 AM
I think what they are trying to do is.....keep people from trying to have a super small or non existent family so they can travel, live the 'free' life without putting the Lord and family first...

No one is asking you to be a rabbit....and no one is dictating...anything.* * ...Strongly discouraged...isn't saying NO, absolutely not....

But shouldn't this TOTALLY be the decision of you and your family? I think the authorities should teach what the doctrine states about it, and then trust each individual family to make up his or her mind, based on the doctrine.

Not that I expect anyone to agree with me... just stating my opinion. [/b][/quote]
Actually I totally agree....the scriptures superceed all policies ...of the church...in my book.

Originally posted by srm+Jun 18 2004, 07:38 AM--></span><table border='0' align='center' width='95%' cellpadding='3' cellspacing='1'><tr><td>QUOTE (srm @ Jun 18 2004, 07:38 AM)</td></tr><tr><td id='QUOTE'> <!--QuoteBegin--DisRuptive1@Jun 17 2004, 10:56 PM
As a missionary you must also show a part.* No slicked back hair for you Mr.

It's been said straight from the prophet that contraceptives and anything else that prevents birth is between you, your spouse, and Heavenly Father.* The church does not and should not take any stance against anything you do.

Also as a father, it is your duty to not have more children than is possible to raise.* Don't have more children than you can handle.* Don't have more children than you can afford.* The little buggers are expensive.* And stressful.* Be careful if you're going to try for 7.*

What it says is that it needs to be long enough to part...not that it has to be parted. [/b][/quote]
Yeah...cause my son had naturally wavy hair and he kept it short and combed back....he looked cool!

Originally posted by srm+Jun 17 2004, 07:21 PM--></span><table border='0' align='center' width='95%' cellpadding='3' cellspacing='1'><tr><td>QUOTE (srm @ Jun 17 2004, 07:21 PM)</td></tr><tr><td id='QUOTE'> <!--QuoteBegin--Nicodemus@Jun 17 2004, 07:12 PM
One: If I join the LDS church, or become a missionary, do I HAVE to cut my hair?* It's really clean and well-groomed, it's just really long.* Someone brought that up to my attention recently.

Two: If I'm married and I already have seven children, can't I get a surgery to prevent having more?* This isn't my scenario, but I'm just saying that it is something I give consideration and planning to.* I don't want to be like 35, have a bunch of children, and then never again get close to my wife for the rest of my life.* I'd like to be able to enjoy aspects of my marriage as often as we'd like.* But doesn't the church's stance side against surgical options?* Getting to know my wife only a few times throughout a marriage that lasts through multiple decades is very depriving.

I tried wording it in the best manner I could, but if it MUST be moved, might an administrator move it to a section more appropriate?* These forums are the place I feel comfortable receiving direction and answers on.

You may have hair any length you want as a member. As a full time missionary, you would need to keep it cut short during your mission.

You may have a vasectomy (sp) and remain in good standing in the church. It is your decision. [/b][/quote]
Srm,

Thank you...You answered it perfectly