Priesthood Facts
Who usually receives the Aaronic Priesthood
young men at the age of 12
Who enjoys the blessings of the Aaronic priesthood
All of us
This is a two‑way promise between you and God made during an ordinance.
Covenant
What are some responsibilities of Aaronic Priesthood holders?
Pass the sacrament, prepare the sacrament, collect fast offerings, baptize (priests)
What are some responsibilities of Melchizedek Priesthood holders?
Give priesthood blessings, confirm members, administer temple ordinances, lead the Church
A sacred act or ceremony performed by priesthood authority.
Example: Baptism, sacrament, temple sealing.
Ordinance
Who restored the Aaronic Priesthood to Joseph Smith and Oliver Cowdery?
John the Baptist
Which priesthood is sometimes called the “preparatory priesthood”
Aaronic
Ordinance or Covenant? Baptism and Confirmation
Ordinance
Which priesthood holds the keys to ministering angels?
Aaronic!
Who restored the Melchizedek Priesthood to Joseph Smith and Oliver Cowdery?
Peter, James, and John
Ordinance or Covenant? The promises made during the temple endowment and other temple cerimonies
Covenant
In what year was the priesthood restored?
1829
What priesthood does Bishop have vs what priesthood does the prophet have?
They both have the Melchizedek
What is the difference between an ordinance and a covenant?
One is the action, one is the promise you make with God during that action