Background
Where did the organization of the church take place?
Fayette, New York (at the Mary and Peter Whitmer log home)
Who was called and ordained as the first elder of the Church? D&C 20:2
Joseph Smith
God in Heaven is infinite and _______ ? D&C 20:17
Eternal
If the Book of Mormon is true, then what does that imply about Joseph Smith?
That he is a prophet called of God and the restored church is true!
On what date was the Church organized? D&C 20:1
April 6, 1830
Who was called to be the second elder of the Church? D&C 20:3
Oliver Cowdery
God created man, male and female after his own ______ and in his own __________ ? D&C 20:18
image, likeness
What blessings does the Lord promise to those who receive the Book of Mormon in faith? D&C 20:14
They will receive a crown of eternal life
How many people were present at the organization of the Church?
30-60 people
Aside from Joseph Smith & Oliver Cowdery, name 2 other people who were founding members of the Church?
1.Hyrum Smith
2.Samuel Smith
3.David Whitmer
4. Peter Whitmer Jnr
What are the requirements for baptism? D&C 20:37
Humble themselves, desire to be baptized, Broken heart and contrite spirit, Repent, Willing to take Jesus' name upon them
What will happen to those who harden their hearts in unbelief and reject the Book of Mormon? D&C 20:15
It shall turn to their own condemnation
Name 2 things that happened before the Official Organization of the Church?
- First Vision
-Translation of the Book of Mormon
- Restoration of the Priesthood
Who ministered to Joseph Smith and helped him with the translation of the Book of Mormon?
D&C 20:5-8
How should members of the church act after they have been baptized? D&C 20:69
Have a godly walk, walking in holiness before the Lord
What are some ways we can receive the Book of Mormon in faith?
(Answers will vary)
What is Section 20 of the Doctrine and Covenants also known as?
The Constitution of the Church
Name someone who was baptised into the church on this day?
2. Lucy Mack Smith
3. Martin Harris
How often should we partake of the Sacrament? D&C 20:75
Often
How can the Book of Mormon lead a person to "work righteousness?"
(Answers will vary)