Hey look Missy:
If what you say here is true - then the stake priesthood President needs to be informed as well as your Bishop. No Melchezedik holding man can behave this way without repercussions. Are you covering up his bad behavior? If so, stop it! He needs counseling and help that only they can assist him with. Your daughter is likely tired of seeing the destructive scenario's play out repeatedly. Stop any self-destructive behaviors you may be doing... (like pity parties etc.) Space and time away from him will normally helps you clear the debris from your mind and make some level headed decisions. Divorce isn't the worst thing in the world, being in an abusive relationship is very unhealthy for you and your children. You are either part of the problem or part of the solution when it comes down to it. Draw some strength from the gospel and make decisions about your future, stop wallowing in uncertainty. It's your life, so take charge of it. As we say in the South, put on your "big girl" panties and take action. Together with your Bishop and family, you can move on and become much happier. As President Benson said - things will either fall into place or fall out of your life IF you are living the gospel standards. You cannot change anyone, they have to change themselves. Best of luck!
Ann RichardsonApril 18, 2018
Quoting "He has several addictions (including illegal drugs and pornography) and has also been caught cheating on me. ... and he holds a prominent calling in our ward."
If you KNOW this to be true and aren't making a conclusion, your (and his) priesthood leaders need to know about the behaviors. The purpose of disciplinary counsels are to allow the process of repentance to begin. They are not punishment. We can not, and must not, cover up behavior that is inappropriate. While we believe that Priesthood leaders can be inspired to know when things are not right with members, we all have a responsibility to report inappropriate behavior -- any behavior that would change someone's status as a temple recommend holder. .
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American patriot in the SouthApril 27, 2018
Hey look Missy: If what you say here is true - then the stake priesthood President needs to be informed as well as your Bishop. No Melchezedik holding man can behave this way without repercussions. Are you covering up his bad behavior? If so, stop it! He needs counseling and help that only they can assist him with. Your daughter is likely tired of seeing the destructive scenario's play out repeatedly. Stop any self-destructive behaviors you may be doing... (like pity parties etc.) Space and time away from him will normally helps you clear the debris from your mind and make some level headed decisions. Divorce isn't the worst thing in the world, being in an abusive relationship is very unhealthy for you and your children. You are either part of the problem or part of the solution when it comes down to it. Draw some strength from the gospel and make decisions about your future, stop wallowing in uncertainty. It's your life, so take charge of it. As we say in the South, put on your "big girl" panties and take action. Together with your Bishop and family, you can move on and become much happier. As President Benson said - things will either fall into place or fall out of your life IF you are living the gospel standards. You cannot change anyone, they have to change themselves. Best of luck!
Ann RichardsonApril 18, 2018
Quoting "He has several addictions (including illegal drugs and pornography) and has also been caught cheating on me. ... and he holds a prominent calling in our ward." If you KNOW this to be true and aren't making a conclusion, your (and his) priesthood leaders need to know about the behaviors. The purpose of disciplinary counsels are to allow the process of repentance to begin. They are not punishment. We can not, and must not, cover up behavior that is inappropriate. While we believe that Priesthood leaders can be inspired to know when things are not right with members, we all have a responsibility to report inappropriate behavior -- any behavior that would change someone's status as a temple recommend holder. .
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