Mormonism

Mormonism

The religion practiced by Mormons. Founded by Joseph Smith, Jr. in the 1820s as a form of Christian primitivism, Mormonism is the predominant religious tradition of the Latter Day Saints.

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bear the priesthood

Religion; Mormonism

To possess or hold duly conferred priesthood authority.

apostates

Religion; Mormonism

Members who seriously oppose or ignore cardinal teachings of the Church, publicly or privately.

distribution centers

Religion; Mormonism

Centrally located outlets from which Church publications and other supplies are distributed.

convert

Religion; Mormonism

A person who has chosen to join The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints by being baptized and confirmed.

book of remembrance

Religion; Mormonism

(1) A record begun by Adam and his immediate posterity; (2) a personal book containing genealogy and significant family history.

The bishop of each ward, who has the responsibility to judge the spiritual and temporal condition of members of his ward. The stake president of each stake serves as a common judge for all members of ...