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Testimony of the Book of Mormon by Joseph Smith Jr.'s sister.
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Autobiography of Christina Salyards. She was the wife of Richard S. Salyards and both served in the RLDS Church for many years.
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The 1918 RLDS General Conference was held at Independence, Missouri, USA, from April 6 to 16, 1918. The Agreements of Working Harmony between the RLDS Church and the Church of Christ (Temple Lot) were adopted.
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The 1920 RLDS General Conference was held at Independence, Missouri, USA, from April 4 to 15, 1920. Preconference Centennial and meeting of priesthood took place starting on March 22nd.
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The 1922 General Conference was held October 1-18 at Independence, Missouri, USA.
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The 1923 General Conference was held October 1-9 at Independence, Missouri, USA.
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The 1925 General Conference was held April 6-21 at Independence, Missouri, USA.
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Brother Scott states, "So I say again the evidences direct and indirect, that cluster around the restoration of the gospel is connected with the restoration of the house of Israel, redeeming them from their long bondage state and inaugurating them into the commonwealth that God purposes to inaugurate them in to and make them the chief of all the kingdoms of the world, and this all is involved in the great work in which you and I are engaged...I repeat, in conclusion, that it seems to me that the only safety that is unavoidable to this crisis, is our adoption in to the family of Abraham by the restoration of the gospel, and ultimately enjoy the blessings of God when that people shall have passed their troubles, and when Christ reigns from the rivers to the ends of the earth, when he whispers peace to the captives and opens the prison doors to them that are bound and lets the captives go free."
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PDF version of Go Ye And Teach #5.
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PDF version of Go Ye And Teach #1.
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PDF version of Go Ye And Teach #3.
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The 1860 Annual General Conference was held April 6-9 at Amboy, Illinois, USA.
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The 1860 Annual General Conference was held April 6-9 at Amboy, Illinois, USA.
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The 1860 Semi-Annual General Conference was held October 6-9, 1859 at Sandwich, Illinois, USA.
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The 1861 Annual General Conference was held April 6-8 at Amboy, Illinois, USA.
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The 1861 Semi-Annual General Conference was held October 6-9 at Sandwich, Illinois, USA.
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The 1863 Annual General Conference was held April 6-8 at Amboy, Lee County, Illinois, USA.
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The 1864 Annual General Conference was held April 6-8 at Amboy, Lee County, Illinois, USA.
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The 1865 Annual General Conference was held April 6-10 at Plano, Kendall County, Illinois, USA.
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Originally printed in The True Latter Day Saints' Herald vol. 9:50 (February 15, 1866).
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Provides information on the City of Zion, or New Jerusalem, how it will be built, who shall inhabit it, etc. Originally printed in The True Latter Day Saints' Herald vol. 9 pg. 82 (March 15, 1866). Also contains a short article by T. W. Smith on salvation. Originally printed in The True Latter Day Saints' Herald vol. 9 pg. 136 (May 1, 1866).
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31 page tract written by Rt. Rev. Thomas Sherlock, D. D., Bishop of London, 1729. Includes a copy of the Epitome Of The Faith And Doctrines Of The RLDS Church No. 4 on the back cover.
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The 1839 Fall General Conference was held October 5 to 7 at Commerce (later called Nauvoo), Hancock County, Illinois, USA.
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Minutes for a Special Conference held at Nauvoo, Illinois, USA on April 6 to 8, 1842. Joseph Smith, Jr. presided at the conference.
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The 1873 Annual General Conference was held April 6 to 13 at Plano, Illinois, USA.
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The 1873 Annual General Conference was held April 6 to 13 at Plano, Illinois, USA.
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First advertised as a new tract in The True Latter Day Saints' Herald vol. 18:276 (May 1, 1871).
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This recording contains several excerpts from early RLDS Church leaders, includes George E. Anway singing the hymn Consecration in March 1921, Evan A. Fry from the series Hear Ye Him, Clara A. Smith (Cochran), Elbert A. Smith, Frederick M. Smith, and Israel A. Smith.
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Elbert Aoriul Smith was born March 8, 1871 at Nauvoo, Illinois. He was baptized November 25, 1887 by Apostle Alexander H. Smith at Marathon, Iowa. He married Clara Abigail Cochran on September 4, 1895. He was ordained a Priest February 6, 1898 by Presiding Patriarch Alexander H. Smith & Presiding Bishop Edmund L. Kelley at Lamoni, IA. He began RLDS Church appointment in 1898. He was ordained an Elder May 6, 1900 by Apostle Joseph R. Lambert & Presiding Bishop Edmund L. Kelley at Lamoni, IA. June 23, 1902 he was ordained a High Priest and member of the Lamoni Stake High Council by Patriarch Joseph R. Lambert, Bishop William Anderson and High Priest John Smith at Lucas, IA. He was ordained a Counselor in the First Presidency of the RLDS Church on April 20, 1909 by President Joseph Smith III & President of the Twelve Apostles William H. Kelley. His resignation from the Lamoni Stake High Council was accepted on June 5, 1909. On May 5, 1915 he was ordained a Counselor in the First Presidency of the RLDS Church by Apostle Francis M. Sheehy, President of the Twelve Apostles Gomer T. Griffiths, President of the High Priests Quorum Joseph A. Tanner & Presiding Bishop Edmund L. Kelley. He was ordained Presiding Patriarch of the RLDS Church on April 10, 1938 by President Floyd M. McDowell & President of the Twelve Apostles Paul M. Hanson at Independence, Missouri. He resigned from the office of Presiding Patriarch on October 8, 1958. He passed away on May 15, 1959 at Independence, MO.
Discusses the subject of baptism. Shares 6 witnesses who testified in the scriptures of the need for baptism, the mode of baptism (immersion), the significance of baptism, and baptism a beginning. Baptism is one of six fundamental gospel principles taught in the Scriptures, (see Hebrews 6:1, 2), and believed in by the Reorganized Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints.
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Discusses the subject of baptism. Shares 6 witnesses who testified in the scriptures of the need for baptism, the mode of baptism (immersion), the significance of baptism, and baptism a beginning. Baptism is one of six fundamental gospel principles taught in the Scriptures, (see Hebrews 6:1, 2), and believed in by the Reorganized Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints.
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Includes all 7 tracts from the Busy Man's Series.
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Complete set of 6 tracts.
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Decisions of United States and Canadian Courts affecting the standing of the Reorganized Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints.
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Editorial by Elbert A. Smith about why various points of view about issues should be shared in The Saints' Herald. He states, "Some questions are timely and may be discussed with profit, providing the discussion is dispassionate. Other questions are not timely and can not be discussed profitably. Some have been agitated at length and may well rest. In the present case section 106 is important and will play an important part in the redemption of Zion."
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Includes 6 chapters covering topics such as Convicting Views Concerning God, The Long Controversial Question Of Polygamy, Secret Temple Services, Oaths, Covenants, Sealings, etc., Prophetic Succession And Leadership and Prophetic Succession And Leadership.
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Covers topics such as the eternal judgment, man judged now, the final judgment, the basis of reward and punishment, predestination and mohammedanism, the glory of the start, and other topics related to salvation and reward.
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The author states, "Faith in God is both biblical and scientific. It is confirmed by the revelation in his written word, by the immediate testimony of the Holy Spirit, and by the works of nature: 'The three grand pillars upon which faith builds her glorious and imperishable works for the life that now is and for the life that is to come.' Every star, every blade of grass, every song bird, is a witness of God."
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Chapter 2 in the series. Brother Elbert states, "It is both natural and scientific to believe...Atheism, on the other hand, is acquired. It is the result, of perverted or incomplete education. Doubt may be and has been nursed and fostered to the point where one will doubt the existence of his own body and of the earth itself."
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The author states, "Faith in God is both biblical and scientific. It is confirmed by the revelation in his written word, by the immediate testimony of the Holy Spirit, and by the works of nature: 'The three grand pillars upon which faith builds her glorious and imperishable works for the life that now is and for the life that is to come.' Every star, every blade of grass, every song bird, is a witness of God." This is the first version of this pamphlet.
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A sermon by Elbert A. Smith given March 9, 1919.
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12 page tract for "The Busy Man" designed to be read in three minutes. Briefly describes how Jesus organized his church which was followed by a great apostasy after his death, which had been foretold by the prophets. Also describes the restoration of the gospel which was also foretold by the prophets.
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Includes the Epitome of Faith for the R.L.D.S. Church.
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8 minute talk by Presiding Patriarch Elbert A. Smith given around January 5, 1948. He states, "And thus after the long apostasy the Church began to come forth out of the wilderness and was restored in its original organic form with apostles and prophets. It was restored with all the gifts and blessings, the doctrines, ordinances, and sacraments of the old Jerusalem church. It comes to us bearing in its hands the three witnesses of the written word; the Bible, the Book of Mormon and the Book of Doctrine and Covenants, the last named representing the still open canon of scripture, unique and unlike anything else in the modern religious world. These three books agree in one. In the beginning of the Restoration then one voice was heard in prayer and then in testimony, but the voice behind the veil from time to time called others. And so they came one by one saying here am I Lord, send me. The voice is still calling, calling your name, and mine, and others in many lands."
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Briefly discusses resurrection and eternal judgment. "There is to be a great final time of judgment, happy for some, sad for others. 'He hath appointed a day, in the which he will judge the world in righteousness by that man whom he hath ordained.' Acts 17: 31. Certain momentous events are to precede the final judgment."
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Articles include, Choose Ye This Day Whom Ye Will Serve by Frederick M. Smith, The Church In The Wilderness by W. E. Peak, Faith And Belief Synonymous by Joseph R. Lambert, Kingdom Of God, Kingdom Of Heaven, Church Of God Synonymous by Joseph R. Lambert, Ancient Navaho Records, Jesus on The Kingdom Of Heaven (editorial), The Bible by S. A. Burgess, The Church And Gospel Unchangeable by W. R. Rush, Death Of President Joseph Smith III, Instructions Regarding President Smith's Funeral, and many more articles.
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Articles include Man's Free Agency (sermon) by Elbert A. Smith, School Of The Elders In Zion (editorial), Darwin's Theory Remains Unproved, British Isles Number, A Short History Of The Church Work In Britain by Frank Henry Edwards, Some Comments On Darwin's Theory (editorial), Street Preaching In Great Britain by Thomas Taylor, A Short History Of The Work In Britain by S. A Burgess, Gathering To The Central Places by Edward Rannie, The Organization Of The High Council (editorial), Moving To Zion by Benjamin R. McGuire, Zion, The Pure In Heart by W. H. Deam, The Prospects Of World Peace by A. B. Phillips, Consecration And Stewardship by W. A. France, The Temple Of God (editorial), Continued Revelation (editorial), The Meaning Of The Lord's Supper (editorial), Joseph Smith And His Children (editorial), Kansas City Stake Number, Divine Healing In The Church (editorial), The Accuracy Of The Book Of Covenants (editorial), The Lord's Supper; Renewing Of Our Covenant (editorial), 1922 General Conference information, and many more.
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Articles include Blue Pencil Notes, Changes in Creeds (editorial), Tithing A Divine Principle by J. C. Dent, The Law Of Temporalities In Relation To Character Building by Bishop Charles Fry, What It Means To Be Saved by C. Edward Miller, Tithes And Offerings by Albert Carmichael, Belief In Immortality (editorial), Economic Aspects Of Zion by Frederick M. Smith, What Is Man (editorial), How Should A Christian Live? by Frederick M. Smith, When Will The People Come Out Of The North Country, The Use Of Wine by S. A. Burgess, Joint Council Sessions (editorial), Industries Of Zion (editorial), The Triumph Of Christ by Apostle Daniel T. Williams, Editorial Policy Of The Herald (editorial), Obediance To Law by Frederick M. Smith, The Vision Of The Church by A. B. Phillips, President's Statement (official), The Facts In The Case (official), Be Ye One by S. A. Burgess, Concerning Church Government (official), Difference Of Opinion by James E. Yates, Other Apostles Express Views by J. F. Curtis and Paul M. Hanson, Common Consent by R. L. Fulk, Let The Church Decide by John W. Rushton, Supreme Directional Control In Operation (editorial), Protest Against Supreme Directional Control (official), Why Fear Discussion? by Benjamin R. McGuire, Let Contention Cease by Hubert Case, and many more.
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Articles include The Correct History Of The Book Of Commandments And The Truthfulness And Authority Of The Book Of Doctrine And Covenants by J. F. Mintun, Regarding Joseph Smith's Trusteeship (editorial), Know The Law by Israel A. Smith, The Centralization Of Power by Thomas S. Williams, The Government Of The Church (editorial), Concerning The Faith Of Our Fathers by D. T. Williams, Common Consent If - (editorial), The Question Of Authority by O. Salisbury, Irreconciliable Positions by Israel A. Smith, Supreme Directional Control by Paul M. Hanson, What Constitutes A Seer? by Louise Palfrey Sheldon, The Controversy Over Church Government (editorial), Let The People Rule by J. F. Garver, The Presiding Bishop "Controlled" By Law by Israel A. Smith, The Two Theories Of Church Government In Contrast by John W. Rushton, Why Worry About A Split In The Church? by C. E. Guinand, and many more.
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Articles include Blue Pencil Notes, The Stewardship Of Priesthood (editorial), True Prophets Inspired by J. F. Curtis, The Three Books by Edward Rannie, What Are The Duties Of A Teacher by J. A. Tanner, The Truth Shall Make You Free by O. Salisbury, God And His Church by D. T. Williams, Palestine And The Jews (editorial), Iron Among Ancient Americans by Paul M. Hanson, The Vision Of Our Fathers by John F. Garver, The General Conference, The Story Of The Resurrection by Elbert A. Smith, Dreams - What Are They? by W. A. Sinclair, Is Church Unity Probable? (editorial), Not What We Think, But What We Do, Counts With God, by W. A. Sinclair, and many More.
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Reprinted from Saints' Herald, October 22, 29 and November 5, 12, 1924. Discusses the Joint Council of April 1924, theocratic-democracy, administrative authority of the presidency, government through priesthood and effective discipline.
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This recording contains several excerpts from early RLDS Church leaders, includes George E. Anway singing the hymn Consecration in March 1921, Evan A. Fry from the series Hear Ye Him, Clara A. Smith (Cochran), Elbert A. Smith, Frederick M. Smith, and Israel A. Smith.
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Discusses what Jesus preached, including, having faith in God, repentance, baptism of water and the spirit, the laying on of hands, resurrection of the dead, the judgment and abiding in the doctrine of Christ.
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Briefly describes the ministry of Jesus. Jesus preached about having faith in God, repentance, baptism of water and of the spirit, the laying on of hands, resurrection of the dead, the judgment, and abiding in the doctrine of Christ.
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A series of sermons by President Elbert A. Smith of the RLDS Church, given during Zion Builder Services at Lamoni, Iowa and Independence, Missouri, USA between March and June 1921. Topics include Faith, Repentance, Baptism, Laying On Of Hands, The Resurrection And The Eternal Judgment, The Restoration, Our Spiritual Inheritance and Fundamentals. 118 pages total.
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Account of a very spirited debate between H. E. Rossell and J. J. Cornish of the RLDS Church. 74 numbered pages. Also published in Zion's Ensign beginning on May 13, 1893.
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Address to the RLDS Conference by President F. M. Smith. He states, "The year has been one of readjustment, and it was not expected, at least by the officials of the church, that this needed readjustment would be instantaneous or that our ranks would remain intact; for not a little time had been consumed in leading to the crisis of last conference; and hence the probability of considerable time being needed for the readjustments leading to more desirable conditions; and battles are always accompanied by casualties."
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Contains a copy of a letter from President F. M. Smith of the RLDS Church to President Joseph F. Smith of the LDS Church, and Joseph F. Smith's reply. F. M. Smith asks for the use of the LDS meeting houses to share a message with the people. This request was denied. 0001200318705
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Contains a letter from President F. M. Smith and Presiding Bishop A. Carmichael. Designates two special sacrifice weeks from May 20 to June 3 of that year. Also contains an article on the building of the Kirtland Temple and the sacrifice of the Saints.
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Remarks on revelation made by President Frederick M. Smith on October 6, 1918. He states, "At a certain time of my life it became necessary for me, especially since I was asked to accept a position that is unique among all the organizations of the world, to give considerable thought to this question of how God shall reveal himself to his people. There was a disposition at one time on my part to limit God as to how he should reveal his will. But I passed this point and have been able to say, If thou, oh God, art desirous of revealing thy will to us, or to me, be it far from me to say how. And so we still stand for one of the fundamental ideals of the church, and that is not only belief in God, but a sure and secure belief that God will reveal his will to us, and speak to us in his own language and in his own way."
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Only 3 numbers were published in volume 9 and it was discontinued. The reasoning is mentioned in The Saints' Herald volume 70, number 20, page 457 (May 16, 1923). It was felt that a better approach for communicating with the priesthood of the Church was through The Saints' Herald which was published weekly.
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Articles include Continued Revelation (editorial), The Pay Of Missionaries (editorial), The Gathering by E. L. Kelley, The Prophetic Conning Tower by S.W.L. Scott, Receiving Revelations (editorial), School Of The Prophets (editorial), The Kirtland Safety Anti-Banking Company, The Holy Scriptures - Inspired Version by Frederick A. Smith, President Smith's View On Democracy In The Church (editorial), Theocracy (editorial), Knowledge Of God Essential To Life Eternal by R.S. Salyards, The Formula Used In Confirmation (editorial), The Grove-The Youth-The Vision by Vida E. Smith, The Position Of Woman In The Church (editorial), and many more.
This electronic publication copyright © 2017 LatterDayTruth.org; All Rights Reserved.Articles include Man's Free Agency (sermon) by Elbert A. Smith, School Of The Elders In Zion (editorial), Darwin's Theory Remains Unproved, British Isles Number, A Short History Of The Church Work In Britain by Frank Henry Edwards, Some Comments On Darwin's Theory (editorial), Street Preaching In Great Britain by Thomas Taylor, A Short History Of The Work In Britain by S. A Burgess, Gathering To The Central Places by Edward Rannie, The Organization Of The High Council (editorial), Moving To Zion by Benjamin R. McGuire, Zion, The Pure In Heart by W. H. Deam, The Prospects Of World Peace by A. B. Phillips, Consecration And Stewardship by W. A. France, The Temple Of God (editorial), Continued Revelation (editorial), The Meaning Of The Lord's Supper (editorial), Joseph Smith And His Children (editorial), Kansas City Stake Number, Divine Healing In The Church (editorial), The Accuracy Of The Book Of Covenants (editorial), The Lord's Supper; Renewing Of Our Covenant (editorial), 1922 General Conference information, and many more.
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One page response from the First Presidency of the RLDS Church regarding a motion made by the Quorum of Seventy at the 1909 General Conference. This resolution referenced expulsion from the Quorum of Seventy and the status of an expelled member. The First Presidency states that only a church court has authority to find guilt or innocence and therefore a quorum does not have power to enroll or expel a member.
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Articles include, R. C. Evans Leaves The Church by F. M. Smith, The Disaffection Of R. C. Evans by John W. Rushton, Bishop R. C. Evans Vs. Mr. R. C. Evans by Thomas W. Williams, The Image Of The Beast, Rubber Baptismal Suits, Preaching By Rote, The Necessity For Preparation and many more. The name was changed to One with number 7.
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A Journal for the Priesthood of the RLDS Church. With volume 3, editorship was taken over by the RLDS Church. Articles include A Charge To The Priesthood, Preparation by Walter W. Smith, The Aaronic Priesthood Restored by Benjamin R. McGuire, Dismembership VS. Excommunication, Who Shall Preside Over a Branch?, Missionary And Local Work; Their Relations Exaplained, and many more.
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This recording contains several excerpts from early RLDS Church leaders, includes George E. Anway singing the hymn Consecration in March 1921, Evan A. Fry from the series Hear Ye Him, Clara A. Smith (Cochran), Elbert A. Smith, Frederick M. Smith, and Israel A. Smith.
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Short biography of Frederick G. Williams from Journal of History. Contains information on his birth, conversion, and his ordination as a member of the First Presidency on March 18, 1833.
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Biography of Sidney Rigdon, a member of the First Presidency, taken from Journal Of History volumes 3 and 4. Contains information about his birth in 1793 through his death in 1876.
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First volume of Church history, written and compiled by President Joseph Smith, III and Apostle and Church Historian Heman C. Smith. Describes the early life of Joseph Smith, Jr., his family, his early experiences including several visitations by angels, the formation of the Church, revelations and experiences of early members of the Church. Covers the years of 1805 to 1835. Includes several biographies also. 704 pages in length.
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Second volume of Church history, written and compiled by President Joseph Smith, III and Apostle and Church Historian Heman C. Smith. Describes the dedication of the Kirtland Temple, the events in Independence, Missouri, the apostasy of 1837, missions to Canada and Europe, Far West and Adam-ondi-ahman, Haun's Mill massacre, Nauvoo, falseness of polygamy, and the murder of Joseph and Hyrum Smith. Covers the years of 1836 to 1844. Includes several biographies also. 835 pages in length.
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Third volume of Church history, written and compiled by President Joseph Smith, III and Apostle and Church Historian Heman C. Smith. Describes the different factions and movements that splintered from the Church after the death of Joseph Smith, Jr., including groups following William B. Smith, Lyman Wight, J.J. Strang, Charles B. Thompson, James Colin Brewster, Austin Cowles, William Bickerton, Alpheus Cutler, George M. Hinkle, David Whitmer and the small minority of church members who followed the remaining apostles and Brigham Young to Utah; polygamy denounced, branches organized in Wisconsin of those who rejected false leaders, first Church conference in Beloit Wisconsin June 1852 of what later was organized as the RLDS Church, apostles chosen, seventies ordained, Herald publication begins, Joseph Smith III and Emma Smith received into the organization, Joseph Smith is ordained as President of the High Priesthood, Orson Hyde in error, annual and semiannual conferences, mission to England and Utah, Charles Derry goes to England, Pratt challenged, emigration from Utah, Inspired translation of the Bible published, mission to Canada, Scotland and Wales, European mission, interview with Brigham Young as well as lots more additional information. Covers the years of 1844 to 1872. Includes several biographies also. 852 pages in length.
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Includes the Autobiography of Elder Charles Derry, Character sketch of Lucy Mack Smith, Church chronology 1805-1842, The Book of John Whitmer, Local historians, Necrology, The purpose of polygamy by Heman C. Smith, William Marks by Heman C. Smith, and many more articles.
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Includes Autobiographic statement of Elizabeth Johnson Blair, Brief history of the Seventy in Wales, Crooked River Battle, Freemasonry at Nauvoo, Letters of Bishop George Miller, The Mormons, Necrology, Autobiography of Thomas C. Kelley, Warren E. Peak, Hyrum O. Smith, James F. Mintun, Romanan Wight, Francis M. Sheehy, and many more articles.
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Includes Autobiography of William H. Greenwood of British Isles, Biography of Arthur Edmund Mortimer, John Smith, Church of Christ, Autobiography of Elmer E. Long, James McKiernan, John Arthur Davies, History of the Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Branch 1838-1841, Official statement of Joseph Smith III, and many more articles.
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Includes Church chronology 1843-1909, George Miller by Heman H, Smith, Israel L. Rogers by Heman H. Smith, Kirtland Bank, Kirtland Temple, Necrology, The Spalding Romance, and many more articles.
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Includes Autobiography of Elder John L. Bear, Biography of Charles W. Wandell, David Whitmer, Joseph F. Burton, James Caffall and Sidney Rigdon, History of Eastern, Western, Central and Northern Michigan, James J. Strang, Nauvoo House, The Nauvoo Temple, Necrology, Temple Lot, and many more articles.
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Includes Biography of Alexander H. Smith, Book of Mormon Witnesses, Necrology, Testimony of Elder Levi Graybill, and many more articles.
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Includes Ancestry of Joseph Smith, The exodus from Jackson County, The first Church romance in Independence, Graceland College, Independence publications, Independence Stake, Necrology, and many more articles.
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Includes Biography of William O. Clark, Current events, History of the President of Seventy, Local historians, Necrology, and many more articles.
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Includes History of the Seventy, The Nauvoo Charter, Necrology, Picture of Joseph Smith the Martyr, Joseph Smith III and Frederick M. Smith, and many more articles.
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Includes Local historians Lamoni Stake 1879-1880, Necrology, Picture of Joseph Smith III and Alexander H. Smith, Progenitors of Joseph Smith, Progenitors of Oliver Cowdery, and many more articles.
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Includes Autobiography of Levi L. Wight, The Great handcart train from Iowa City to Salt Lake City, Local historians, The Nauvoo Charter, Necrology, Biography of Elder Robert J. Anthony, John T. Davies, Isaac N. White, John C. Foss, A visit to Adam-Ondi-Ahman, and many more articles.
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Refutes accusations made by Davis H. Bays, a former minister of the RLDS Church, in his book The Doctrines And Dogmas Of Mormonism Examined And Refuted, published in 1897.
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Pamphlet which discusses the claims of two women, Zina D. Huntington Young and Emily D. Partridge Young who assert they were plural wives of Joseph Smith, Jr. Both claims are refuted in this pamphlet. It goes on to give evidence of the falsehood of the revelation on polygamy and further states, "That there is not nor has been any progeny of Joseph Smith except by his legal wife, Emma Hale, whom he married January 18, 1827."
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Pamphlet which discusses the claims of two women, Zina D. Huntington Young and Emily D. Partridge Young who assert they were plural wives of Joseph Smith, Jr. Both claims are refuted in this pamphlet. It goes on to give evidence of the falsehood of the revelation on polygamy and further states, "That there is not nor has been any progeny of Joseph Smith except by his legal wife, Emma Hale, whom he married January 18, 1827."
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Includes Autobiographical sketch of James C. Crabb, Biography of John Smith, Early days on Grand River and the Mormon War, Heman C. Smith biographical sketch, Memoirs of experiences of the work in Ontario Canada, Necrology, and many more articles.
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Includes Autobiography of Henry A. Stebbins, Biographical sketch of George M. Hinkle, Biography of Peter Anderson, Deportment in the House of Worship, Description of historic places in Nauvoo, Marietta Walker, History of the Philadelphia Branch 1844-1863, Necrology, Plat map of Nauvoo, Illinois, and many more articles.
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Tract by I. M. Smith. He states, "the principle it teaches is applicable to every revelation that God has ever given to man, whether the revelation be long or short, whether it contains ten words or ten thousand words. Man has no right to add to nor take from anything that God has given-has no right to do so now, never did have the right to do so, and never will have. You will remember the text says: 'If any man shall add to,' or 'take from,' etc., nothing said about what God proposes to do in the premises; there is nothing said about whether he will give more revelations, or whether he will withhold them. Mind you, he places this restriction upon man, and leaves himself free to do as seemeth him good."
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Discusses salvation. "I know it is a common idea, or at least it is one that is frequently taught, that there is nothing for man to do, so far as the salvation of his soul is concerned, only to believe on the Lord Jesus Christ...but while we believe that faith is absolutely necessary, and that it is impossible to please God without it, we also believe that there are certain works required on the part of men, which are just as essential, just as necessary to his salvation, as it is that he believe. Now, if you take the position that men are saved by faith alone, then it seems to me that you would have to admit that Satan himself will be saved, because the Apostle James has said: 'Thou believes that there is one God; thou doest well; the devils also believe, and tremble' So you see if you have nothing only faith to recommend you to God, you have the same that they have."
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Discusses 25 basic subjects of the gospel message, including, The Gospel Defined, The Beginning Of The Gospel, The Preaching Of The Gospel Foretold In Prophecy, Faith And Works, The New Birth, The Church Of Christ, The Apostasy Of The Church Foretold, The Restoration Of The Gospel In The Latter Days, Angelic Ministration In The Latter Days, and many more subjects. Published in Zion's Ensigns, an official publication of the RLDS Church.
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Tract by I. M. Smith. He states, "On the day of Pentecost there was a miraculous display of God's power, causing unlearned Galileans to speak in languages they had never learned, but the only effect it seems to have had upon the multitude of unbelievers, was to cause them to marvel, some even going so far as to accuse them of being drunken. But while they stood in this bewildered, confused state of mind, Peter stood up and preached to them the gospel of Christ, the word of truth, and "when they heard these things they were pricked in their hearts," (Acts 2: 3 7), and began to inquire what they should do. Hence, you see that while a miraculous display of power may beget any amount of wonder and astonishment, it takes the word of truth to beget a gospel faith in the heart of man."
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Israel Alexander Smith was born February 2, 1876 at Plano, Illinois. He was baptized June 25, 1886 by High Priest Henry A. Stebbins at Lamoni, Iowa. He attended Graceland College for two years. He married Nina Marie Grenawalt on March 14, 1908. From 1908 to 1913 Israel was the associate editor of The Saints’ Herald. He served one term in the Iowa legislature from 1911 to 1913. In 1912 he was admitted to the Iowa bar, and in 1913 to the Missouri bar. In March 1916, Israel moved his family into the house which had been the home of Israel’s father, Joseph Smith III, at 1214 W. Short Street in Independence, Missouri where he lived the rest of his life. Israel was ordained a High Priest by President Elbert A. Smith and President of the Twelve Apostles Gomer T. Griffiths on April 11, 1915 at Lamoni, Iowa. On April 15, 1920 he was ordained a Bishop and Counselor to the Presiding Bishop by President Frederick M. Smith and President Floyd M. McDowell and served until he was released on April 18, 1925. On February 19, 1922 he was ordained a member of the Standing High Council by President Frederick M. Smith, President Elbert A. Smith, Apostle Ulysses W. Greene and High Priest Walter W. Smith. On October 20, 1938 he was nominated by Frederick M. Smith to be an Acting Counselor in the First Presidency. He was ordained a Counselor in the First Presidency on April 14, 1940 by President of the Twelve Apostles Paul M. Hanson, Apostle John W. Rushton, President of the High Priests Quorum Ward A. Hougas, and Presiding Bishop G. Leslie DeLapp. After the death of President F. M. Smith, Israel A. Smith was ordained President of the High Priesthood on April 7, 1946 by President of the Twelve Apostles Paul M. Hanson, Apostle John W. Rushton, President of the High Priests Quorum Ward A. Hougas, and Presiding Bishop G. Leslie DeLapp. He was killed in a tragic auto accident June 14, 1958 while on his way to Lamoni, Iowa.
This electronic file was made from vinyl records and the quality of the recording is not very good in some areas.
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35 minute sermon by President Israel A. Smith on The Work of the Prophet Joseph Smith. It was given on June 26, 1955 at 11 a.m. at the Stone Church, Independence, Missouri, USA. He states, "Now John [the Baptist], as a prophet of God, ushered in one of the principle dispensations, and that was the dispensation of the Messiah. And we believe that Joseph Smith [jr.] ushered in another dispensation, and in that respect, they are equal to each other. But I would not attempt to compare them becuase comparisons are, they say, invidious. But I believe that we have a right to assume that from this little story, this little account, in the 11th chapter of Matthew, that the Lord was indicating at least three things in respect to a prophet that probably were esential, to a prophet."
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The 1835 General Conference was held August 17, 1835 at Kirtland, Ohio, USA. The High Council at Kirtland and the High Council at Missouri were both organized along with the Bishopric, Quorums of Seventy, Elders, Priests, Teachers and Deacons, and the Book of Doctrine and Covenants of the church of the Latter Day Saints was accepted by a unanimous vote by the Church as scripture. The document on marriage and the document on government were also read, approved by unanimous vote and ordered added to the Book.
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The 1868 Semi-Annual General Conference was held October 6-8 at Council Bluffs, Iowa, USA.
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The 1869 Annual General Conference was held April 6-11 in Stolle's Hall, St. Louis, Missouri, USA.
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The 37th Annual General Conference was held at Plano, Illinois, USA from Tuesday, April 6, 1875 to Sunday, April 11, 1875. President Blair stated in his opening remarks, "In 1860, when under great trial, while in Pennsylvania, I made it a subject of prayer, and the Spirit testified that the work, though then small, should never, never cease, until the Lord Jesus should come. We must have patience and trust in God."
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Discusses the Church of Christ. "The phrase 'church' is used to designate a particular congregation of believers united in the gospel order; also the collective body of believers made up of all the churches throughout the world, and in all ages. Paul generally named the different congregations or assemblies, as churches. The word 'church' occurs about sixty-four times in the New Testament; the term 'Church of God' seven times; and the word 'churches' about thirty-four times."
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First printed in The True Latter Day Saints' Herald vol. 18, October 15, 1871 page 609; advertised in the same number on page 626 as a new tract.
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Includes Autobiographical sketch of James C. Crabb, Biography of John Smith, Early days on Grand River and the Mormon War, Heman C. Smith biographical sketch, Memoirs of experiences of the work in Ontario Canada, Necrology, and many more articles.
This electronic publication copyright © 2011 LatterDayTruth.org; All Rights Reserved.Includes Autobiography of Henry A. Stebbins, Biographical sketch of George M. Hinkle, Biography of Peter Anderson, Deportment in the House of Worship, Description of historic places in Nauvoo, Marietta Walker, History of the Philadelphia Branch 1844-1863, Necrology, Plat map of Nauvoo, Illinois, and many more articles.
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Includes Biography of James W. Gillen, Book of Mormon its translation and publication, Doctrine and Covenants its contents and publication, High Council history and minutes, Necrology, Periodical literature of the Latter Day Saints, and many more articles.
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Includes Autobiography of John J. Cornish, History of education in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, Journal of Ethan Barrows, Local historians, Necrology, Plat of Kirtland, Ohio recorded in 1837, Plat of Nauvoo, Illinois surveyed in 1839-40, and many more articles.
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43 page article by Walter W. Smith describing the various periodicals of the Restoration movement. He describes in detail The Evening And Morning Star, Messenger And Advocate, The Edlers' Journal, Times And Seasons, Millennial Star, The Nauvoo Neighbor, The Nauvoo Expositor, The Voree Herald, The Return, The Searchlight, The Saints' Herald, The Expositor, Autumn Leaves and many more. 74 different periodicals are discussed in detail.
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4 pages. A letter written to an individual who was doubting the Restoration movement. Discusses polygamy (and that Joseph Smith Jr. was not responsible for it), the three witnesses to the Book of Mormon, and the revelations in the Book of Commandments being corrected in the Doctrine & Covenants. Also states, "Concerning the One Mighty and Strong, I think you will have a great deal of difficulty in proving that the choice seer was to be a Lamanite. That was an afterthought of men who had lost the Spirit of God and his work, and had gone out of the church. In the original manuscript of the Book of Mormon the reading is very clear, in the prophecy of Joseph concerning the fruit of his loins. It was not the fruit of Lehi's or Nephi's loins, but the fruit of Joseph's loins, (Joseph of Egypt), that was to produce the choice seer. Our people should be careful that they read from the correct records instead of from a Brighamite or some other corrupted record. The Brighamite Book of Mormon is wrong on that point."
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A Journal in the interest of the Priesthood of the Independence Stake of the RLDS Church. Articles include Does Moral Worth Enhance Intelligence?, Bishops Qualifications by J. A. Tanner, Authority, Authority In Law, A Presidency by J. A. Tanner, Priest Lesson by G. E. Harrington, Authority In Officials, Authority In The People, Duty Of President And Presidency by J. A. Tanner, Succession In The Presidency by J. A. Tanner, and many more.
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Brother Smith states, "...I desire to impress upon your mind the fact that he changes not; hence always acts just like himself, and if we may ascertain from the history of his dealings with the children of men in the past, how, and by what means he has ever performed any work he has ever accomplished, we will learn something as to the manner of his work in performing the marvelous and wonderful work spoken of in our text."
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Extensive biography on Alexander H. Smith, son of Joseph Smith Jr., written by his daughter, Vida E. Smith. Contains many pictures, information and testimonies of his life and ministry. 269 pages.
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Tells the story behind the popular RLDS hymn, The Old, Old Path.
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This is a revised version of the 1864 pamphlet. It was revised by Joseph Smith, III and W. W. Blair. "We purpose, in the following pages, to clearly demonstrate to the Latter Day Saints, that the doctrine of Polygamy is not a doctrine of righteousness - that it is not now, neither was it, in former days approbated by the Almighty."
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Article in response to an interview of David Whitmer printed in the Chicago Inter-Ocean newspaper on October 17, 1886. David Whitmer responded by sending a letter to Joseph Smith III and W. W. Blair (dated November 20, 1886) correcting some of the statements published in the newspaper article. David Whitmer's letter was published in the Saints Herald December 4, 1886 as "Communication From Elder D. Whitmer."
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Dream in which he sees John the Beloved.
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First volume of Church history, written and compiled by President Joseph Smith, III and Apostle and Church Historian Heman C. Smith. Describes the early life of Joseph Smith, Jr., his family, his early experiences including several visitations by angels, the formation of the Church, revelations and experiences of early members of the Church. Covers the years of 1805 to 1835. Includes several biographies also. 704 pages in length.
This electronic publication copyright © 2016 LatterDayTruth.org; All Rights Reserved.Second volume of Church history, written and compiled by President Joseph Smith, III and Apostle and Church Historian Heman C. Smith. Describes the dedication of the Kirtland Temple, the events in Independence, Missouri, the apostasy of 1837, missions to Canada and Europe, Far West and Adam-ondi-ahman, Haun's Mill massacre, Nauvoo, falseness of polygamy, and the murder of Joseph and Hyrum Smith. Covers the years of 1836 to 1844. Includes several biographies also. 835 pages in length.
This electronic publication copyright © 2022 LatterDayTruth.org; All Rights Reserved.Third volume of Church history, written and compiled by President Joseph Smith, III and Apostle and Church Historian Heman C. Smith. Describes the different factions and movements that splintered from the Church after the death of Joseph Smith, Jr., including groups following William B. Smith, Lyman Wight, J.J. Strang, Charles B. Thompson, James Colin Brewster, Austin Cowles, William Bickerton, Alpheus Cutler, George M. Hinkle, David Whitmer and the small minority of church members who followed the remaining apostles and Brigham Young to Utah; polygamy denounced, branches organized in Wisconsin of those who rejected false leaders, first Church conference in Beloit Wisconsin June 1852 of what later was organized as the RLDS Church, apostles chosen, seventies ordained, Herald publication begins, Joseph Smith III and Emma Smith received into the organization, Joseph Smith is ordained as President of the High Priesthood, Orson Hyde in error, annual and semiannual conferences, mission to England and Utah, Charles Derry goes to England, Pratt challenged, emigration from Utah, Inspired translation of the Bible published, mission to Canada, Scotland and Wales, European mission, interview with Brigham Young as well as lots more additional information. Covers the years of 1844 to 1872. Includes several biographies also. 852 pages in length.
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Sermon by President Joseph Smith III of the RLDS Church, delivered on September 2, 1900. He makes a statement regarding Joseph Smith, Jr (his father) seeing an angel in the grove during the first vision experience, "I may be pardoned this morning if my discourse be somewhat discursive, and I review, as rapidly as I may, some of the things which have been done in the spiritual realm of controversy since this church was organized April 6, 1830. In the first place the statement made by the angel to him who was chosen as the earthly instrument by which the church should be represented abroad, and should find its organization, was that the declarations of belief, or the creeds, were an abomination in God's sight."
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16 page tract by President Joseph Smith III of the RLDS Church. Covers such topics as "Is Marriage Of Divine Institution?," "Spiritual Evidences In Support Of The Foregoing Facts," "Evils Resulting From Polygamy," "The Lord Seeks A Righteous People," "Has The Object For Which This Law Was Given Been Attained?" and "Change To Plural Marriage." Also includes The Ministry Of Joseph's Sons by W. W. Blair.
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Pamphlet on the origin of polygamy. Joseph Smith III states, "That, as the laws of God, found in the Bible, the Book of Mormon, and the later revelations to the church, were given to constitute the rules of both faith and practice, upon which the church was to be built and perpetuated, as a consequence, God would not give to the church through Joseph Smith any commandment or rule of faith and practice which would conflict with the laws he had already given; or that would require the performance of any act by which those laws would be disregarded or broken."
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Contains a copy of a letter from Rev. Robert Patterson of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA and a response from Joseph Smith III on the subject of the Spaulding manuscript. This tract is noted in The Saints' Herald vol. 30, August 4, 1883, page 489.
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Vision in which Joseph Smith III sees his mother and father, Joseph and Emma Smith.
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Excerpts from account of visit of the angel Moroni to Joseph Smith, Jr.
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Contains revelations received through Joseph Smith, Jr., chapters 1 to 65. Published by W. W. Phelps in Independence, Missouri, USA. A mob destroyed the printing press before all the revelations could be printed.
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1830 Palmyra edition of the Book of Mormon, published by E. B. Grandin.
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Includes a copy of the poem "Reconciliation."
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Epitome Of Faith of the Church Of Jesus Christ Of Latter Day Saints.
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Excerpt from the History Of Joseph Smith.
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Original handwritten copy of many of the original revelations which were later printed in the Book of Commandments and the Doctrine and Covenants.
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The Lectures on Faith comprised the first part of the 1835 Kirtland edition of the D&C. It includes seven lectures of theology on the doctrine of the church, while the second part of the D&C make up the covenants and commandments, which are the principles for regulation of the church.
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Doctrine And Covenants Section 76.
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Numbers 5 through 7 only.
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The 1871 Annual General Conference was held April 6-11 at Plano, Illinois, USA.
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Minutes for the 1954 General Conference held at The Auditorium, Independence, Missouri, USA from April 4 to April 11, 1954.
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Minutes for the 1956 RLDS General Conference held at Independence, Missouri, USA from April 9 to April 15, 1956.
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The 1870 Annual General Conference was held April 6 to 13 at Plano, Illinois, USA.
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The 1873 Semi-Annual General Conference was held September 3 to 7 at Parks' Mills (near Council Bluffs), Iowa, USA.
This electronic publication copyright © 2016 LatterDayTruth.org; All Rights Reserved.The 37th Annual General Conference was held at Plano, Illinois, USA from Tuesday, April 6, 1875 to Sunday, April 11, 1875. President Blair stated in his opening remarks, "In 1860, when under great trial, while in Pennsylvania, I made it a subject of prayer, and the Spirit testified that the work, though then small, should never, never cease, until the Lord Jesus should come. We must have patience and trust in God."
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The 1880 General Conference (42nd Annual) was held April 6 to 14 at Plano, Illinois, USA.
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The 1880 Semi-Annual Conference was held September 12 to 19 near Council Bluffs, Iowa, USA.
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The 1891 Annual General Conference was held April 6-14 at Kirtland, Ohio, USA.
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The 1892 Annual General Conference was held April 6-16 at Independence, Missouri, USA.
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The 1893 Annual General Conference was held Annual April 6-17 at Lamoni, Iowa, USA.
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The 1894 Annual General Conference was held April 6-19 at Lamoni, Iowa, IL, USA.
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A series of nine sermons on the evidences of the Book of Mormon delivered in the Saints' Church, Independence, Missouri, on the evenings of February 13-21, 1894. Corrected and revised edition.
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Includes ministry reports as well as the Bishop's report for the year ending March 10, 1894.
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Discusses claims about ancient civilizations in America and their relation to the Book of Mormon. Brother Stebbins states, "...the Book of Mormon is a history of God's dealings with a certain portion of the Hebrew race, an account of the wanderings and experiences of a colony which came to America before the Babylonish captivity. For the Lord had declared by Moses that he would yet scatter Israel 'from the one end of the earth even unto the other.' (Deut. 28: 64.)"
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