Jakesmom917 Posted October 13, 2018 Share Posted October 13, 2018 A friend of mine was in the LDS church in the 80s. She went inactive. She wondered if she used her maiden name and did her meeting with the missionaries all over again would they be able to find out? Im not sure what her reason is. She just "ghosted". Link to comment
mnn727 Posted October 13, 2018 Share Posted October 13, 2018 Maiden names are listed on the membership record I believe. If she just went inactive, her membership is no doubt still shown as active but location unknown. She could meet with the missionaries and explain what you just did and they'd be happy to go through the lessons with her and invite her to Church. The Church may or may not catch the lie about her name - God would though and I'm pretty sure He wants her back. Link to comment
Stargazer Posted October 13, 2018 Share Posted October 13, 2018 That "would they be able to find out?" seems rather ambiguous. Either, "could I sneak my membership status past them?" or "would they recognize and welcome me?" I'd prefer to believe she looks for a "Welcome home!" She could just show up at her local ward (she could check Meetinghouse Locator to find out what ward she is within the boundaries of), and identify herself to the bishop. Like @mnn727 says, the Lord would welcome her return! 1 Link to comment
Avatar4321 Posted October 13, 2018 Share Posted October 13, 2018 Without more details it’s difficult to give good advice. i think she should she be honest with the missionaries so they can address her concerns Link to comment
Popular Post Garden Girl Posted October 13, 2018 Popular Post Share Posted October 13, 2018 Hello Jakesmom... In 1995, at age 55, after 34 years of being inactive and not in an LDS chapel (married name on rolls... overall since age 20), I felt the need to return to Church... I simply walked into the chapel and sat down. It was fast and testimony meeting so I stood up where I was sitting (vs going up to the podium), introduced myself, bore my testimony, and said I would be attending... I was greeted with open arms and much warmth... and I've never looked back... Since that time I've been what is known as TBM, through and through, held numerous callings, including 6 years as an ordinance worker in the Portland Temple... and I'm still here... at age 78... quickly approaching the end of my mortal journey... So, tell your friend not to be hesitant... nothing to be afraid or nervous about... She will be warmly welcomed... GG 7 Link to comment
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