Why do Mormons not drink coffee?

In Doctrine and Covenants 89:8–9, the Lord forbids our using tobacco and “hot drinks,” which, Church leaders have explained, means tea and coffee. Modern prophets and apostles have frequently taught that the Word of Wisdom warns us against substances that can harm us or enslave us to addiction.

Do sister missionaries ride bikes?

The mission maintains a fleet of used bikes missionaries can borrow, but many elders buy new ones when they get to Chicago. Since it’s less common for sisters to ride bikes, the ones who do tend to use the hand-me-downs, McCrary says.

Can Mormon missionaries drive?

Some missionaries ride bikes, some walk, and some even drive cars. But all of them wear black name tags with their names and the Church logo which says The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

What kind of lifestyle do Mormons live in?

These groups, which often dress in 19th-century garb and live in isolated compounds, are separate and distinct from mainstream Mormons. Faithful Mormons do their best to live by a set of health and lifestyle rules known as the Word of Wisdom.

Why is the Mormon Church a missionary church?

The Mormon church is a missionary church, so that was not surprising. I learned quickly that my body was a shameful thing, and that I needed to hide it. We had to buy all new clothes, because Mormonism teaches that women must cover everything, including their shoulders, knees, and chests, and nothing could be too tight.

Why did I leave the Mormon Church as a child?

When I was little, we left the church because my mom read up about the history of polygamy, so I have very little memories that are specific to the church from that time period. I spent most of my life outside of the church, and grateful to not be in it.

What are the rules of the Mormon Church?

To attend temple (which is vital to make it to the Celestial Kingdom—the highest of the three in Mormon heaven), members must obey all the rules, pay their tithing, and sustain their prophets without question.