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Tag Archives: Church History
Oliver Cowdery’s Charge to the Twelve Apostles – 1835
Oliver Cowdery’s Charge to the Twelve The following charge was given to the newly called Twelve Apostles by President Oliver Cowdery on 21 February 1835. Dear Brethren—Previous to delivering the charge, I shall read a part of a revelation. It … Continue reading
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Tagged Apostles, Charge to the Twelve, Charismatic experiences, Church History, God, prophets, visions
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The Thomas B. Marsh 1838 Affidavit
The story of the apostasy and return to the faith of Thomas B. Marsh and Orson Hyde is a complicated one. When teaching about the history of the church in 1838, I find that it is vital to emphasize the … Continue reading
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Tagged 1838 Extermination Order, Church History, Lilburn W. Boggs, Orson Hyde, Thomas B. Marsh
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Scripture comes in its cultural packaging
Scripture comes in its cultural packaging In 1 Corinthians, chapter 1, Paul expresses his frustration with the division amongst the Saints. He says: Is Christ divided? Was Paul crucified for you? Were you baptized in the name of Paul? I thank … Continue reading
Charles Walker’s 1893 Account of The First Vision
This is a third-hand account wherein Charles Walker records his recollection of John Alger’s memory of Joseph recounting his First Vision when John was a small boy. 2nd Feb Thurs [1893] Cold and chilly. Attended Fast Meeting…. Br John Alger … Continue reading
Edward Stevenson Account of The First Vision 1890’s
Edward Stevenson, while living in Pontiac, heard Joseph speak to the branch of the Church there. [A]fter the organization of the Pontiac [Michigan] Branch of the Church of Jesus Christ of L. D. Saints, in 1834, we had the pleasure … Continue reading
George Q. Cannon’s Account of The First Vision 1888
George Q. Cannon was a young boy in Nauvoo who heard Joseph speak on many occasions. He would later became one the Apostles and eventually a counselor in the First Presidency of the Church. Joseph was earnest beyond his years; … Continue reading
John Taylor’s Account of The First Vision 1879
Now, we will come to other events, of later date; events with which we are associated—I refer now to the time that Joseph Smith came among men. What was his position? and how was he situated? I can tell you … Continue reading
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