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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disfellowshipment

Religion; Mormonism

A disciplinary action against a Church member that severely restricts participation in Church activity but falls short of excommunication. (See Disciplinary Procedures)

free agency

Religion; Mormonism

The granted right to choose good or evil, and the responsibility for the choices made.

apostle

Religion; Mormonism

An office in the Melchizedek Priesthood; usually a member of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles.

administer

Religion; Mormonism

To perform an ordinance, such as anointing the sick with oil or saying the set prayers to bless the bread and water of the sacrament. (See Priesthood Ordinances home page)

celestial kingdom

Religion; Mormonism

The highest of three degrees of glory in the kingdom of heaven.

baptism for the dead

Religion; Mormonism

The practice of vicarious baptism for the deceased.

In The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church), Fast Sunday is a Sunday (usually the first Sunday of every month) set aside for fasting. On Fast Sunday, church members are encouraged ...