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?
Joseph Smith
God in Heaven is infinite and _______ ?
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?
April 6, 1830
Who was called to be the second elder of the Church?
Oliver Cowdery
God created man, male and female after his own ______ and in his own __________ ?
image, likeness
The Book of Mormon proves that God is the same _________, _________ and __________.
D&C 20:12
yesterday, today and forever.
How many people were present at the organization of the Church?
30-60 people
What other titles, in addition to "prophet," did the Lord give Joseph Smith? (Hint: Would also apply to Russel M. Nelson)
seer
apostle
translator
elder
Which of the prophets words are we to "heed?"
All of them ( in patience and faith)
Name a truth that the Book of Mormon helps us to know?
answers may vary
Name 2 things that happened before the Official Organization of the Church?
Answers may include:
- First Vision
-Translation of the Book of Mormon
- Restoration of the Priesthood
What "holy angel" ministered unto Joseph Smith and commanded him to translate the Book of Mormon?
D&C 20:5-8
The Angel Moroni
Why did God give His Only Begotten Son?
So that all who repent, believe in him, are baptized, and endure in faith may be saved.
Baptisms must be done by _____________, and performed by one who has __________________.
immersion
Priesthood authority.
What is Section 20 of the Doctrine and Covenants also known as?
The Constitution of the Church
Name someone who was baptized into the church on this day:? ( April 6th, 1830- the day the church was organized.)
1. Joseph Smith Snr
2. Lucy Mack Smith
3. Martin Harris
How are the Father, Son, and the Holy Ghost, one God, infinite and eternal, without end?
They work together to prepare us for eternal life
Why do you think we are commanded to take the sacrament often?
(Answers will vary)