Hi, I'm Andy

I'm father to four, husband, and oldest of six boys.I study Old English literature and love teaching. I'm a Mormon.

About Me

I am the father of four children and husband to a beautiful wife. I'm currently working on a PhD in Medieval Literature, the first in my family to go this far in academics. I love talking about theology, pop culture, and the myths that make up the belief systems of people. I also love riding my motorcycle every chance I get.

Right now, I work part time security, teach part time, go to school full time and spend as much time with my family as I can.

Why I am a Mormon

The gospel of Jesus Christ has given me more peace, more hope, more security and more direction than I have found in anything else in life. I was fortunate to have been born into a family that crossed the plains with the pioneers on one side and a family that joined the church much more recently on the other.

I'm a Mormon because God's Holy Spirit has shown me time and time again that this is where I should be and that there is more truth in the gospel of Jesus Christ than anything else.

Personal Stories

Could you talk about your baptism?

I've heard some say that you can't really remember your baptism if you're baptised at eight. I beg to differ. I remember standing in the water with my dad. I remember talking with him before hand about the promises I would be making when I got baptised to always try to be like Jesus. I remember that after my baptism I had a huge smile on my face that took a long time to go away. I knew I had done something right and good. I knew that God was pleased with my decision.

Which of the Savior’s teachings have influenced you in your life?

When Jesus was suffering in the garden, He asked, "If it be possible, let this cup pass from me," but He also said, "Nevertheless not as I will, but as thou wilt." His complete and total obedience to our Father in Heaven is something I try to follow. I frequently fail to be totally obedient, but I try.

How I live my faith

Right now, I'm helping work with the Sunday School in several congregations. I've taught youth and adults the concepts of the gospel and love that more than just about anything.

I try my best to be a worthy husband and father for my family and show that living the gospel is a thing of joy.

Are Mormons Christians?

Andy answered...

I know that Jesus Christ is my personal Savior. I know that without Him nothing I do in this life would do anything toward getting me back into the presence of my Heavenly Father.I know that it is only through His sacrifice that I can be cleansed from my sins and mistakes. That, to me, is the essence of Christianity, and in that way Mormons are Christians.
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Lily answered...

YES. Yes yes yes. What is a Christian? A Christian is a person that believes in Jesus Christ, and believes that Christ did in fact die for us so that we can repent and return to live with him again. He is our Savior and Redeemer. We pray and we worship in the name of Jesus Christ. He is the center of our faith. Jesus Christ is my Savior. He died for me. He loves me. He is my hero, and he is my best friend.

Do Mormons only help Mormons?

Robert answered...

Absolutely not! I grew up in the church and I'd say the number of people that I've helped in the church is significantly smaller than the number of people I've assisted out side the church. This is not to say I don't help my fellow church members. We believe that we are all children of our Heavenly Father. And by that reasoning we are all brothers and sisters. I take that to heart and when I see someone in need I try to help to the best of my ability and training. Organized service projects aside, I've helped several stranded motorists on the side of the road. I give food to people I've seen that appear to be hungry on the side of the road. And for a long time, when I was growing up, my dad and I would do Meals on Wheels for those in need. I've volunteered at soup kitchens more recently. And during times of widely known hurricanes, I've volunteered on clean up crews multiple times. There is a song we have in our church called "Because I Have Been Given Much." I don't want to post the entire lyrics here, but they are available on a popular search engine. That song is very poignant to me and has always been near and dear to my heart. Also being a former Boy Scout, I have tried to uphold both the Scout Law and Oath to this day. I love my Heavenly Father, and I love my fellow man and want to do all I can to help others in any way I can.