Dear Friends, Hello everyone I hope that this message finds you all well. I am so sad right now. I was rebaptised May 21 2004 and have been faithful in everyway. I went to my Bishop 3 weeks ago to start my paper work to have my Temple Blessings reinstated because its been over 1 yr since my baptism. When I met with my Bishop he told me that he didnt have the right paper work to file for this. It has been 3 weeks now and I havent heard a single word from my Bishop regarding the paper work he needs. In the mean time I spoke with my Stake President regarding this and he too didnt have the paper work that is needed. I was shocked! I couldnt beleive my ears..... Are we not to be prepared in all things and wouldnt that mean as church leaders as well? I have waited almost 3 yrs now since my excumminication and I am getting so discouraged. I know that Satan is working on me and casting doubt into my mind. The Stake President also told me that the whole proceedure would take about 6 weeks and assured me that I would have my Temple Blessing back before summer end. I am beging to doubt this . I feel like I have to keep nagging my Bishop to get things done, I know I did when it came to be baptised again. I live in MT, and our ward is small. I came from Sacramento Ca. and my bishop there was very organized and I met with him on a weekly basis. When we moved here 2 yrs ago I only met with my Bishop 1 time a month. I was very surprised. I dont mean to complain but this is very important to me. I really desire to have my Temple Blessings restored. I feel so alone. I am not sealed to my Husband nor are my Children sealed to me right now. I feel so alone and sad. I keep thinking what happens if something happened to me? I know the church is true and I also know that church leaders are not perfect ..... but sheesh this is taking way too long....... I dont know what to do. I feel like calling President Hinkely myself to see whats going on with my statis regarding reinstating my Temple Blessings. I dont even know if he would know or if that goes through another channel. If anyone has gone thru this could you please e-mail me or respond her I would greatly appreciate it I am getting very depressed and discouraged. Love Kathy

In the June 2005 issue of the Ensign in the first presidency message given by Thomas S. Monson he uses a quote (source not named) "You can't run away from trouble . . . Ain't no place that far!" Melody

I haven't been able to get onto this forum for about 4 days now. When I go to "communities" and choose the "J-R" (or whatever it is) choice, my choices end at "men" it doesn't have any other choices. Today I got in the back way. I received a history of all the posts that had been posted to this forum. I clicked on one of the posts that said "to read the rest of the post, click here". I clicked to read the rest of the post and then clicked on the "home" button that normally takes me back to the main mormonism page with all the posts. I don't know if this problem is unique to me or if it's a universal problem. Any suggestions would be appreciated. Melody

That sounds like a fun trip...or at least enlightening. I will consider that in the future. Thank you for the well wishes. Christy

Christy is sounds like your prayer was definately answered. This sister will now pause before she takes over and steps on your toes. If she continues to try to take over you always have the option of asking your bishop to release her. Listen to your heart. The Holy Spirit will guide. Melody