Introduction

When a fellow Latter-day Saint approaches you with questions or concerns about their faith, consider it a sacred privilege. You have an opportunity to deepen your relationship with them and minister to their needs. You don’t have to have answers to all their questions. You just need a willingness to love, listen, and help.

Some have questions or concerns but remain active in the Church and find joy in the gospel. Others distance themselves from the Church for a variety of reasons. Some eventually return to full activity. Many undergo a process of rebuilding their faith, with the result that faith and activity mean something different to them. Others withdraw more permanently from the Church, though they may choose to maintain close connections with family and friends who remain active participants.

Regardless of their choices, your relationship can remain an influence for good in their lives. A faithful friend or family member can serve as a beacon should they seek a way back to a life of faith and Church activity. The articles in this section discuss guiding principles for you as you minister in love to those who have questions about the Church.