Hi, I'm Kevin

I was born and raised in Hawaii. I work as a consultant. I help with Boy Scouts and I am a Mormon.

About Me

I am married and have two children. I like being in the outdoors, reading, woodworking and fishing.

Why I am a Mormon

My parents were introduced to the church by the missionaries and joined the church when I was a young child. We learned about the gospel and how to live it as a family. As I grew older I also gained a testimony of the of the gospel. It has given my life meaning and gives me guidance as I face life's everyday challenges.

How I live my faith

I have worked with the young people in our congregation for years and currently work with the Boy Scouts. I enjoy teaching them about the gospel and about how to incorporate Christ's teachings in their lives.

What is done with the tithing that Mormons pay?

April answered...

Tithing is paid in faith. I know these funds will not be misused. I pay tithing because it is a commandment, and because I love God and want to give Him back a small porion of what He has given me, to futher build up His church. These funds go to build and maintain church buildings and temples and other like expenses. Our clergy is not paid. There is no collection plate. We simply pay our tithing, our fast offerings, we share what we have gladly. This is God's way. For this is God's church.
Lot answered...

The money received from members in the form of tithing goes directly to the headquarters of the church where a council decides what will be done with the money. Here are some ways in which the tithing funds are used:
1. Build, maintain, and operate temples, meetinghouses, and other buildings.
2. Provide operating funds for stakes, wards, and other units of the Church. (These units use the funds to carry out the ecclesiastical programs of the Church, which include teaching the gospel and conducting social activities.)
3. Help the missionary program.
4. Educate young people in Church schools, seminaries, and institutes.
5. Print and distribute lesson materials.
6. Help in family history and temple work.

*It is important to note that tithing funds are not used to pay leaders of the church. All leaders of the church are volunteers and receive no form of pay.