Hi, I'm Heath

I'm a Teacher. I'm an AFL player. I'm a Mormon.

About Me

I've just graduated University with a Bachelor of Education (secondary) teaching PE and Japanese. I've been married to my wife Kiersten since July 2009. I enjoy playing AFL for my local club the Yeronga Devils and also enjoy playing golf in my spare time. I have travelled to many different countries and look forward to seeing more of the world.

Why I am a Mormon

I grew up in the church with my parents and 7 siblings, attending church meetings and activities regularly. I learnt from a young age the importance of families and how the gospel blesses families. At the age of 19, I served a 2 year volunteer mission in Japan where I learnt the native language and taught people the basic principles of the Church. During these 2 years, I became closer to my Heavenly Father and gained a stronger testimony of the truthfulness of his Gospel. Understanding where I came from, why I am here, and where I will go after I die has brought me great comfort and reassurance that families can be together forever.

How I live my faith

I attend church every week. I participate in teaching the Mens sunday school class and help organise service projects. I also plan social activities for the members in our ward.

What are Mormon Temples used for?

Heath answered...

Receive sacred ordinances, including those that bind husband and wife together for eternity, as well as join children and parents.
Bonnie. answered...

They are peaceful, pure places, where only those who have committed to live the most discipled lives can go to ponder and pray. They are places where we learn about God's plan for all of humanity, and where we promise to do all in our power to help all of His children, and receive promises that we can be with Him as well. We wear white clothing that is simple, and remove our watches and bling, to demonstrate a willingness to let go of our day-to-day concerns to focus on the real things: people, and their worth to God.

Why do Mormons baptize their new members?

Gary T. answered...

We follow the example of Jesus Christ, who was baptized by immersion by John the Baptist. Being baptized is a symbol of faith, as it represents the burying of old sins, old ways and old habits, and taking on the name of Jesus Christ. We are "buried" in the water, which represents the environment of the past, and therefore we must be lifted up in order to survive. That lifting up represents our being lifted up by Christ, out of the past, and into the great promises and blessings of being one with Christ. When we come out of the water, we are symbolically a new person in Christ.