To know the history, purpose, and destiny of the Relief Society
Elder D. Todd Christofferson gave a talk last conference (Nov. 2009) that deserves some further analysis. He spoke on the internal control vs the external control of our moral agency. When I look at how the world views things it occurs to me the mindset is totally different; another counterfeit to uncover. I see the […]
Although we usually think of only the Aaronic and Melchizedek Priesthood, the three grand orders of priesthood which Joseph Smith spoke of at the temple grove on August 27th, 1843, include the Levitical Priesthood (held by Aaron [under Moses] for the preparatory outward ordinances and the gathering of Israel), the Patriarchal Priesthood (held by Abraham with […]
There have been midwives since the beginning of time. As I have learned in my reading, the early women in the church would attend one another, blessing the new mother with health and strength, washing her, anointing her, and preparing her for this moment of birth and creation. This has always been a holy time […]
Music has always been a fixture in our Church. The Prophet Joseph Smith loved music, often inviting various musicians into his home to entertain his family and guests. Music has religious origins, as we all know (which makes it all the more silly that no religious music can be played in our schools). I’m grateful […]
From SLC: “Right now, our Presidency (I’m education counselor) is busy providing meals for families whose members have had horrible ski accidents, and some who are ill. It seems to go on and on! However, like every other ward, we are planning and organizing weekday meetings. Next week I will be presenting a demo, hopefully, […]
I found this address, given by Aurelia S. Rogers, explaining the origins of the Primary Organization. The first Primary Association was organized in Farmington, Davis Co., Utah on the 11th of Aug. 1878, with Aurelia S. Rogers, President; Louisa Haight and Helen M. Miller, Counselors; Rhoda H. Richards, Secretary; and Clara A. Leonard, Treasurer. As […]
The Twelfth Meeting was held in the Grove on Jun 23, 1842. Previously, Joseph Smith had given the Relief Society a place to build a house for the poor, so with that purpose, the women went to work. The first item discussed in this meeting was a collection of funds “for the purpose of preparing […]
Anciently, the number 13 was a very sacred and signification number. It represented Christ and his Twelve Apostles, or the 12 Tribes of Israel. Unfortunately, in our modern world it now has such a negative connotation and association with bad luck and evil that few people, including members of the Church, would ever associate it […]
I have learned so much from writing on this blog, it’s ridiculous. Who knew that there was so much history to learn about Mormon women? Okay, yes, I know there are people who are far more studied than I am, and there is much more information out there to uncover, analyze, and learn from, and […]
In Sunday School class I presented several questions as a review of the Doctrine of Covenants. One of the questions provoked quite a discussion. “What would you do if a mob pointed a gun at your child’s head and said they would shoot unless you denied your faith?” This is a question that has been […]
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