Melchizedek
Why is it called the Melchizedek Priesthood? (vrs 2)
Because Melchizedek was a great high priest.
Another name for Aaronic priesthood is...?
The Levitical Priesthood
Who was called first, the 70 or the 12?
12
The 70 are to act under what direction?
In the name of the Lord, under the direction of the 12, in building up the church
Look Unto Christ in Every Thought
D&C 6:36
What was The Melchizedek Priesthood originally called?
(vrs 3)
The Holy Priesthood, after the Order of the Son of God
He is responsible for the Young Men of the Aaronic priesthood, the Young Women, tithing, temporal affairs of the church, judge, to seek out the poor, to give counsel and correct, and to instruct.
Who is the Bishop?
The 12 traveling councilors or special witnesses of the name of Christ in all the world
Who are called the 12 apostles?
This group is call to Preach the gospel and to be especial witnesses.
Quorum of the 70
In the first vision God called upon Joseph Smith to be a prophet.
JSH 1:15-20
All other authorities or offices in the church are
What are the appendages to the Melchizedeck Priesthood?
It was named after Aaron and his seed.
What is the Aaronic priesthood?
Who are they equal in authority to?
The First Presidency
How are decisions made?
Unanimously
We are required to forgive all people
D&C 64:9-11
The ___ ___ holds the right of ___, and has ___ and ___ over all the ___ in the church in all ___ of the ___, to ____ in ____ things.
The Melchizedek Priesthood holds the right of presidency, and has power and authority over all the offices in the church in all ages of the world, to administer in Spiritual things. D&C 107:8
The brother of Moses.
Who is Aaron?
What happens when a decision is made in unrighteousness?
It's brought before a general assembly of the several quorums (spiritual authorities)
Once the High Priesthood makes a final decision upon controversies in spiritual matters, what happens?
It shall be had in remembrance no more before the Lord
The Holy Ghost Speaks to our mind and our hearts
D&C 8:2-3
They should administer to spiritual things (blessings, ordinances and covenants). These things should be agreeable to the covenants and commandments of the church. v12.
What are High Priests and Elders supposed to administer to and what should it be agreeable to?
May 15, 1829
When did Joseph Smith receive the Aaronic priesthood?
To ordain evangelical ministers by revelation.
What is the duty of the #12 in all large branches of the church?
Seek learning by study and by faith.
D&C 8:2-3