Mormon Beginings
When did Mormonism start?
March 1830
What are some similar religions that share similar beliefs with the Mormons?
Protestant, Orthodox and Catholics
What do Mormons wear?
Temple garments every day and night under regular clothes
What is another name for Mormons today?
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints
Who is the founder of Mormonism?
Joseph Smith
What role do they believe women should have?
They should just stay home and take care of the kids and household work
How often do Mormons need to attend Church
Once every week
What is a congregation of Mormons called in a church service and how many usually attend?
A ward consist of 400 members
Where did this religion start?
Western New York
What's the rule on abortion for Mormons?
Abortions are only acceptable in cases of rape, incest or danger to mother
How much of their earnings do they donate?
10% of earnings go to the church
What is the leader of a church service called?
A Bishop (usually have other jobs such as teaching)
Why did this religion start?
Joseph Smith was confused about religion at the time
What percent of Mormons support that immigration is a good and healthy thing?
60% of Mormons believe immigration is a positive
What's the rule for dating in Mormonism?
Mormons court and aren't allowed to court till 16 years of age
Polygamy, the concept of having more then one partner use to be accepted by the Mormons, do they still believe in this concept and if not when did they denounce this idea?
How did this religion start?
Joseph Smith was approached by 3 angels telling him to find and transcribe hidden records onto 3 golden tablets and present it to the world for God
When it comes to Ongoing Revelation, what are Mormons beliefs on it?
Ongoing Revelation is a strong and main belief of Mormons, they celebrate that God continues to reveal certain principles and commandments to humanity that they must obey
What is the main objective of Mormonism?
To build temples all around the world where they can perform rituals like weddings, baptism of the dead and endowment ceremonies
When it comes to family and marriage, how serious and how well do Mormons take this concept?
They have the highest rate of marring young and highest overall rate of staying married and highest rate of fertility (having kids)