AboutHannah Expertise I can answer questions concerning standard doctrines, scriptures, curiousities, Mormon culture and society. I will not respond to debates. I'm sorry, but there are some things that I simply will not answer, not because I don't want to, but there are some things that the LDS people do not discuss casually--it's only talked about within the temple. Though I am a member, I do not believe that anyone could convert anyone to a religion over something as impersonal as the internet. So I won't even try to.
Experience I have been a member of the LDS church for 8 years. Though I'm still a young person, I can answer most things about the church.
Question QUESTION: I like a Mormon girl who is 15. We've been friends for a year, and I don't want to jeapordize our friendship. But I really want to let her know how I feel. However I know Mormons are advised and told not to date till they are 16. Should I tell her I like her? and if so do I tell her before her birthday which is in a few months or after? Additionally should I ask her out?
ANSWER: Sorry for the late response. I think that if I were a male in this situation, I would wait until she is sixteen. However, if you would like to let her know how you feel and feel comfortable, I'm not a relationship expert, so I'd say that's up to you. :) Tough question.
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QUESTION: Somehow she found out and confronted me. Anyways, it turns out she likes me too. we're waiting till she's 16 to date however, but she's told me that Mormons are told not to go steady with just one guy. Does that mean she's going to have to break up with me if and when we start dating?
Answer No, that doesn't mean you'll have to break up with her when you start dating. It simply means that before Mormons are in marrying age, (which is usually at least over 18), we're encouraged to not get exclusively involved. So, basically, don't get upset if she casually and non-romantically goes out with another guy, or don't expect her to date anyone every week. That's basically just to make sure kids don't get too involved with one another when they're not even getting married any year soon.
