Comments on: Mormon.org Ad Campaign in New York City: “I’m a Mormon”

By: Jan Tolman

Jan Tolman — Sun, 12 Feb 2012 23:55:35 +0000

Mormon women are just like everyone else. We have hopes and dreams, gifts and talents, and aspirations, just like every other woman that walks the planet.

Throughout the ages, women, and men alike, have had their futures squelched, for one reason or another. But the Mormon Church does not squelch anyone. We believe in the absolute Law of Agency, where God has given us the right to choose for ourselves.

Yes, the Church teaches that a woman’s place is in the home. This is the ideal we all must seek after. But, with agency, God gives us His blessing to grow to our very fullest potential. Everyone has a place in His kingdom.

A few women, who come to mind, that appear to stand out in terms of worldly prestige, are Paula Hawkins-Florida Senator, Jane Clayson-former co-host of the Early Show, Sheri Dew-President of Deseret Book Publishing Co., Gladys Knight-Celebrated Pop Artist, Olene Walker-former Utah Governor, Anne Osborn Poelman-one of our country’s leading neuroradiologists, Martha Hughes Cannon-first female Senator in the United States, Eliza R. Snow-poet, leader of Mormon women.

What makes these women stand out is not their worldly recognition, but their standard of living the gospel of Jesus Christ.

By: Jocelyn

Jocelyn — Sun, 12 Feb 2012 22:24:39 +0000

In a recent Q&A the General Relief Society President expressed that this is a personal decision…The question should not be “Should I stay home or not,” but “Am I doing what is right between me and the Lord…am I doing what is best for my family.” (I was paraphrasing that.) Now, I grew up with a Mom who stayed home…and I also choose to stay home with my kids. I believe this is the best and recommended way. I had a career in television before I started having children. It was a very deliberate choice that I have made to stay home. However, I recognize that not everyone follows the same path. I do think there is room for women who work outside of the home in the LDS church. Ultimately, every choice is between you and the Lord. I hope that helps you, Ellina!

By: Ellina

Ellina — Sun, 12 Feb 2012 06:14:32 +0000

I am interested in Mormon church…
I have been researching on my own and found so much negativity towards it on the Internet. Some of the websites are created by ex-mormons.
I have many questions.
One is close to my heart.. position of women in the church. I am a female physician who works hard to support family, at times over 12 hours a day. I am not home often and it is not my choice. I LOVE my job and would never give it up. I also LOVE my family. Are there situations similar to mine? Does church encourage women to be professionals or just stay in home moms? Thank you!