boiseman37 wrote:I was told we would have a response within 2 months. I want an answer about what is going on.
Once the stake president sends an Application to the First Presidency, there is nothing further he can do except to verify that the request was received at Church headquarters. After that, the process is entirely up to the First Presidency and the procedures they have set in place to handle the request.
The person who told you there would be a response within two months was being optimistic, based on my experience. If that person was your bishop or stake president, it would be perfectly acceptable for you to mention to him that it has been longer than the time he estimated, and to ask him if there is anything further that you need to do.
The most difficult thing I ever asked members in this situation to do was to pray for patience. Most of these matters are handled by the Prophet himself and, as you know, he is not well. You may have to wait a little longer.
If it is any consolation, there was a time when members waited more than two years to receive answers to these requests. I do not believe you will have to wait that long. And although it seems as if it is taking an eternity when the request is yours, I am confident you will receive an answer in time. I am sorry for your loss.