Presidency instructs B.H. Hyrum Smith signs promissory note to shoe his horse. The policy excludes not only women, but also men of color. 1827. The Cane Ridge Revival, described as the “largest and most famous camp meeting of the Second Great Awakening”, sparks waves of charismatic spiritual leaders. William Clayton’s journal records “Made deed for 1/2 Steamboat Maid of Iowa from J. to Emma. Nephites. Presidency changes the Prophet succession policy to prevent John Willard Young ascension to Prophet. B.H. Unpaid creditors seize most of their funds. There were two bookstores in Palmyra, plus a public library, despite population of farmers and unskilled labor. Smith convenes a special conference for the stated purpose of addressing John C. Bennett’s accusations. Exaggerated reports of Crooked River battle spread throughout the state. Relative of Josiah Stowell files complaint against Smith, who is arrested for money digging fraud. Orson Pratt votes against a public resolution in defense of Smith’s virtue. 500 400 300 200 175 150 125 100 75 50 25 B.C. LDS leaders receive positive reports about Salt Lake area. David W. Patten leads Mormon troops to rescue spies. (, William Smith, the prophet’s brother, assumes role as Editor of, Smith and brothers Hyrum and Samuel ride to Carthage to. Mormon War in Missouri begins, Danites present active offense. Municipal Court of Nauvoo dismisses charges against Smith. Joseph Smith and Emma Hale are married in South Bainbridge, New York. Lee explained that he had previously represented the LDS Church, arguing that it should retain its tax-exempt status despite racist policies, and felt conflicted from arguing an opposing view in the Bob Jones case. (Larson, 1990, 79), Boyd Packer delivers BYU talk, counseling members to. That should be enough for you and me to know.” (. Four months before the payment from Harris was due, disbelieving he would be paid, Grandin assigns the mortgage to Thomas Rogers for $2,000. Several acquaintances of Solomon Spalding claim that the historical content of The Book of Mormon is identical to Spalding’s Manuscript Found, but not the religious content. Quorum of the Twelve Apostles issues official proclamation to immediately pay “a tenth of all their property and money…and then let them continue to pay a tenth of their income from that time forth.”. The Church provides the Mormon Battalion. Joseph Fielding Smith called as Church Historian. MormonThink puts up its first billboard on I-15 near Salt Lake City. Ezra Booth leaves the church, begins publishing series of articles in Ohio Star renouncing Mormonism, criticizing Smith’s inconsistent revelations. William Law obtains multiple grand jury indictments against Smith, including living with Maria Lawrence “in an open state of adultery.”, “I have more to boast of than ever any man had. Ray committee returns from Daviess with similar reports of depredations. Thomas Ferguson privately arranges for top Egyptologists to examine photographs of the papyri without knowing their source. Although th LDS Church News publishes text of Hoffman’s Salamander Letter, while supporting its authenticity. During the depression, the Mormon Church creates the Church Welfare program to assist members. (, Smith reveals Sept 11, 1836 as future “appointed time” of Zion’s redemption in Jackson County (JS Letterbook 1, 86). Levi Young, President of 1st Quorum of 70’s. Grant] Brother Adam Benn ... ion called and we had a long confidential talk … Joseph Smith (17) speaks of angel visitation (later identified as Moroni) and of the existence of gold plates. World History Timeline Schofield and Sims . Harris made numerous statements throughout his life reinforcing spiritual eye view. Brigham Young privately ordains his 11 yr. old son, John Willard Young, as Apostle to increase likelihood of him eventually becoming senior Apostle, thereby leading Church after Brigham’s death. Anti-sexual abuse activist Sam Young excommunicated. Joseph F. Smith says “The Saints should know that the pattern of endowment garments was revealed from heaven” …and that can’t change form or manner of wearing. Archives fully opened to researchers for first time ever, employees with advanced degrees brought in. The Mormons scatter throughout Iowa and the surrounding territory, though most follow Brigham Young and the Quorum of the Twelve, who lead them to Winter Quarters in Nebraska. 1:1–4) 100. Roberts knowledge. Atchison disperses vigilantes in Daviess County and leaves one hundred troops under General Parks to maintain peace. “Come to Fayette, bring father, do not go through Buffalo for they lie in wait for you.” (Jessee, With Martin’s mortgage two months overdue and, General Conference notes state “Joseph Smith Jr. & Sidney Rigdon were ordained to the High Priesthood under the hand of br. Over the next ten years, the Mormons establish cities in Utah, Nevada, Wyoming, Arizona, and Idaho. Kirton McKonkie, the Church’s law firm, instructs ldschurchtemples.com to cease publishing growth statistics. Hartley’s client, David Hull, poisoned to death. LDS Church purchases Hill Cumorah in New York. The “November Policy” also barred children of same-sex couples from being blessed or baptized until reaching adulthood. In 1978, he receives a revelation extending the priesthood to all worthy men regardless of race. John Taylor declares a Jubilee Year in which he forgives half the delinquent tithing debt. In 1833, they are expelled from Jackson County, where most Mormon Missourians were living at the time. (see. 2000s 2000. Utah becomes the only western territory where slavery and slave sales are protected by territorial statute. Martin Harris travels to NY City, carrying transcribed symbols from plates, to find Mitchill in hopes of verifying authenticity. Joseph Smith visited by angel Moroni and told of the Book of Mormon record. This is a timeline of LGBT Mormon history in the 19th century, part of a series of timelines consisting of events, publications, and speeches about LGBTQ+ individuals, topics around sexual orientation and gender minorities, and the community of members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Witnesses to the translation process, confirm no plates or breastplate were present – Smith stared into his hat for entire project. Excitement in upper counties continues as Mormons capture three men attempting to transport guns to vigilantes in Daviess County. Martin Harris hears progress report, wants to visit Smith. William Law writes Justice Andrew Miller, accusing Smith of incompetence in Lawrence estate and guardianship. Brigham Young sends Henry Jacobs on mission to England, starts living with his wife Zina. Mormons at DeWitt surrender and move to Caldwell and Daviess counties. A former Bishop, he first publicly exposed Mountain Meadows Massacre and feared he would be killed for his testimony in John D. Lee trial. Ethan Smith (reportedly a Seminary classmate of Solomon Spalding) enters Dartmouth. Nearly all the Saints have left Missouri. Church officials begin repressing the story that the original Papyri have been found and are in their possession. High Council approves, many object, rescinds following week, each given 80 acres instead. Joseph Smith tells the 12 Apostles that Book of Mormon is the most correct of any book on earth and the keystone of Mormon religion. Marinda Hyde approaches Nancy Rigdon at funeral, informs that Smith wants to see her “on special business.”, Smith “busily engaged in making out a list of debtors and an invoice of [his] property to be passed into the hands of the assignee.” He declares personal debts of $73,066.38. Sidney Rigdon returns to Nauvoo, says received revelation appointing him “Guardian of the Church.”. Committee of Carroll citizens orders the Saints to leave the county. This group never fights, but helps explore New Mexico, Arizona, and California. Accused him of being money digger who looking into hat, delusion, fabrication. The Twelve issue an epistle to the Saints in all parts of the world urging them to gather in Nauvoo, where land would be designated for their settlement. Smith later recounts “I brought salvation to my father’s house…when they were in a miserable situation.”, Sidney Rigdon baptized, recruits over 100 members of his. Smith receives letter from Isaac Galland repeatedly mentioning Emanuel Swedenborg. Brigham Young appointed Governor of Utah territory. (NBS p. 358), Brigham Young locates the Manti temple by declaring it to be the exact “spot where the Prophet Moroni stood and dedicated this piece of land for a Temple site.”. (Turner, Antionio Lebolo discovers eleven mummies and several Papyri in Thebes, Egypt. During the next several days Mormons appeal to Governor Boggs and other civil authorities for protection. Public timelines; Search; Sign in; Sign up; Mormon History Timeline created by binger. 1:1) 103. Brigham Young calls Eliza Snow to be second. Pres. It stays in print into the 1960s. Mormons threaten Judge Adam Black and others suspected of anti-Mormon activities. On June 27, Joseph Smith and his brother Hyrum are murdered in jail. Much of this growth has occurred in South America and Africa and, to a lesser extent, in the countries of the former Soviet Union. Neither Paul, John, Peter, nor Jesus ever did it. First Presidency believes it to be in direct conflict with revelations accepted as divine. Smith family crops ruined by record cold summer. Lucy Mack Smith reported that Joseph Smith Sr. had the tree of life dream. Solomon Mack, Joseph Smith’s grandfather publishes his war/sailing adventures. Smith advises Mormon troops at Far West and Diahman to surrender. Governor of SC states willingness to resist U.S. Gov’t by force if necessary. Joseph Knight writes history of important events in Mormonism up to that year, with. Mormon missionaries begin proselyting in New York and the surrounding areas. 1829. Joseph Smith and the apostles at Nauvoo begin planning an expedition to Oregon territory and Mexican territories of California to secure a new settlement location. Mount Tambora – largest eruption in recorded history, reducing global temperatures. Birth of Joseph Smith. For a few years, the Mormons have peace, as the nation is preoccupied with the U.S. Civil War. Apostle William Smith, as Editor of The Wasp, publishes article referring to Nancy Rigdon as one of William Bennett’s harlots. Thomas King, a neighboring county’s Sheriff, accompanied by officers from Illinois and Missouri, arrive in Nauvoo with a warrant for Smith’s arrest. This article presents a timeline of the history of Mormonism. The Aaronic and Melchizedek Priesthoods were restored. Skip to main content.us. Bogart and his troops harass Mormon settlers in Ray and Caldwell counties. Church First Presidency investigation concludes “the races…badly mixed…no color line is drawn among the mass of people.” It realized “a great part of the population of Brazil is colored. President Joseph F. Smith receives an important revelation about salvation for the dead. Missouri legislature debates whether to investigate the disturbances and allow the Mormons to remain. of LDS Temple Worship p. xl), History of the Church is released with King Follet Discourse omitted without Editor B.H. No other church has in modern times undertaken such … Solomon Spaulding’s widow, Matilda Spaulding Davison, upon hearing a reading of Book of Mormon, declares it to be similar to husband’s writing. Frederick Williams, Joseph’s former First Counselor, was her scribe. Apostle Charles Penrose letter to President John Taylor, expressed concern that “the. (Dev. After receiving reports of disturbances, Governor Boggs orders out two thousand troops and prepares to lead march to western Missouri. Tower of Babel—Jaredites language not confounded. Smith and Hyrum come out of hiding and head to Carthage – “If my life is of no value…” Joseph held on charges of treason and destruction of the press. The views expressed by individual users are the responsibility of those users and do not necessarily represent the position of the Church. Apostles Luke Johnson, Lyman Johnson, John Boynton and others leave the Church. As missionary efforts expand, missionary training centers are built throughout the world to help train missionaries in teaching techniques and languages. Mormon leaders send messengers to learn intentions of troops. This is a timeline of LGBT Mormon history in the 21st century, part of a series of timelines consisting of events, publications, and speeches about LGBTQ+ individuals, topics around sexual orientation and gender minorities, and the community of members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church). Having previously discussed polygamy with. Council of 50 is reorganized, Brigham Young appointed leader. Detroit Gazette publishes article about same ancient manuscript. The house is occupied, and it will require much care and patience to rent or buy it.”. Elizabeth Dufree again meets with teenager Emily Partridge, arranging a meeting with Joseph – “…I was to meet him in the evening at Mr. Kimballs.” Heber Kimball married Emily to Joseph that moment. Smith says that Davies County is Adam-Ondi-Ahman where Adam dwelt after his expulsion from Eden. Former Apostle William McLellin organizes a church on behalf of, Parley P. Pratt says “…a black man with the. Emma did not know, saw a gold watch Smith had gifted her, stormed over to temple lot, made a scene. Joseph Smith … Joseph Smith sends Orson Hyde on mission to Jerusalem. Book of Mormon Chronology Chart Jaredites Mulekites Lamanites Nephites Tower of Babel 2500-2200 B.C. (BOOK OF FIRST NEPHI) LEHI'S FAMILY. Anti-Mormon spirit among troops forces Parks to return to Ray County a few days later. (Ether 6:1–12) Secret combination between Jared and Akish. Lucy Harris gathers affidavits from neighborhood, files complaint before magistrate. Mormons forced to deed over their property to pay expenses for the war. Negotiations with printer continue. First Presidency and numerous general authorities warn non-Mormon Justice of The Peace, Ariel Hanson, to “depart forthwith out of Kirtland.”. Meanwhile, Mormons have begun settling western Missouri since 1831. Martin Harris interviewed by Anthony Metcalf, reiterates visionary, entranced state when seeing plates. Governor of N.Y. describes mounds around state containing “piles of skeletons.” (see, Jeremiah Hurlburt sues Joseph Smith Sr., includes “damage for not working land according to agreement.” (Ontario County Record Center), Many years later, Smith claimed to experience his, Compilation of Samuel Mitchill’s speculations on origins of indigenous peoples published. Almon Babbitt is made guardian of the Lawrence Estate, sues Smith’s estate to recover damages. Apostle John Taylor marries 3rd wife Janet Maria Wooley, backdating it to same day one year prior, 1889. Nephi builds a ship. Charles Anthon, furious that Mormons are using his name to promote Book of Mormon, writes “The whole story about my having pronounced the Mormonite inscriptions to be ‘reformed Egyptian hieroglyphics’ is perfectly false.” (Anthon to Howe). Brigham Young declares Utah a free and independent people. Public timelines; Search; Sign in; Sign up; Mormonism Timeline created by Zye. Asset total excludes the Corporation’s additional bond, real estate and ongoing business holdings. Smith takes his final plural wife, Nancy Young. Smith marries Elizabeth Davis Dufree; she was 51 and married to Jabez. NY Times publishes Hans Mattsson article. Carlin that Smith “violated no law…” when in fact he was violating anti bigamy law. Abraham Jonas establishes Nauvoo Masonic lodge. Apostle Richard R. Lyman excommunicated, had been living in polygamy since 1925. Apostle John E. Page, though exempt from tithing obligation, leaves Church over what he called an “unjust and mandatory tax” by which “many paid at the cost of necessities for life.”. Judge Austin A. He “could have translated…it is not expedient now” reveals Smith in D&C 9. Sampson Avard excommunicated (Danite leader). Smith sees moon, sketches “A union of power, combination of Nations, Joseph elaborates on his land speculation philosophy, “…suppose I sell you. Members, and not just missionaries, respond to their prophet’s call to “flood the earth” with the Book of Mormon. $14.99. The Church via Phelps and Cowdery issues the first of an ongoing series of denials of polygamy. Thomas Ferguson organizes the New World Archeological Foundation. Temperance society eliminates distillery in Kirtland and nearby Mentor. They harass the invading army by burning forage grass and scattering horses. Size: 12×18", 20×30", 8×12" Quality: 100 lb. It was in the hearts of some who knew him to be his brothers and sisters for eternity, and in the hearts of others to shed his blood. Smith and Rigdon call upon Mormon troops to ride to Diahman to protect the Saints, threatening those who will not join the Mormon army. Smith tells of second attempt to get plates from Hill Cumorah, again denied. Lewis and Clark first glimpse Pacific Ocean. Cheap land is a prominent factor. Samuel Smith returns home from selling books, frees Smith Sr. from prison, moves poverty stricken parents to New York. Museum destroyed in the Great Chicago Fire. “The girl seeress would dance herself into a state of exhaustion, fall to the floor, and burst forth with revelations.”. April 16- Joseph Smith and other prisoners in the Liberty Jail escape from custody during a transfer. Smith and Oliver return to Knight home, chased out of town, travel through night, arrive back in Harmony next morning. Smith marries Newel Knight to undivorced Lydia Goldthwaite, illegal and lacking authority. (To the Honorable General Assembly, Oct 15, 1807). John Greenwood, New York lawyer, received power of attorney over Smith’s farm, 18 months overdue mortgage payment. Joseph Smith received the golden plates. A timeline created with Timetoast's interactive timeline maker. Far West, MO saints welcome Smith home with song and cheer. Praying for guidance, Mormon President and Prophet Wilford Woodruff receives a revelation ending polygamy in the Utah Territory. Map. See also April 1842, as Joseph develops elaborate steps to marry his wife without his knowledge while he’s away. Oliver Cowdery (third cousin of Joseph Smith) born in Wells, VT. Joseph Sr. petitions Vermont for military exemption, citing poverty. Conference held to debate who would lead church. Church closed mission attempt short while later. Estimates place LDS corporate wealth at approx.. $40 billion as the Church completes $3 billion downtown Salt Lake revitalization project, while owning 2% of Florida. and came to the Americas. Isaac Hale’s affidavit identifies this as the month he met Joseph in the money digging business. The land agent, Zechariah Seymour, to whom the Smith’s owe mortgage payments, dies. Smith assumes it’s Nauvoo Legion to rescue him, but Dunham disobeyed orders knowing a jailbreak would mean certain annihilation of Nauvoo. Mormon history is full of suffering, persecution, and trials, but always the Saints were faithful and rose above the challenges they faced. (Lyon 1978, 4-15). Overall Book of Mormon Timeline. Heber Kimball in Tabernacle blames others for mess – “If all…had done as they were counseled by the First Presidency…suffering would have been avoided.”. Endangered and notoriously elusive Curelom and Cumom discovered in remote patch of Belize jungle. Smith wrote letter to Emma identifying the whole Mississippi area as Nephite territory. “Went with Henres uncles family uppon the hill. On October 27, 1838, Governor Lilburn Boggs issues the Extermination Order that requires all Mormons to leave Missouri or be killed. Book of Mormon reprinting alters nature of God wording in multiple places, replacing Eternal Father with Son of Eternal Father. Mormonleaks releases information connecting LDS Church to $32 Billion of stock market assets held among 13 LLCs registered under different names. Federal Bankruptcy Act becomes effective, permitting debtors to file voluntary petitions for bankruptcy. Brigham Young writes letter to Bishop Warren S. Snow in Manti, UT reassuring him that his recent castration of an innocent young man of 24 years, Thomas Lewis, to dissuade him from marrying an attractive young lady that Bishop Snow wanted for himself – “Just let the matter drop, and say no more about it…and it will soon die away among the people.”. Mormons open settlements at DeWitt and throughout northwestern Missouri. Some settle in Northern Ohio, near Cleveland, in the city of Kirtland, while others travel to western Missouri where Joseph Smith has designated a place for the center of the gathering of the Church. Laws in Utah and Idaho ban Mormons from voting, holding public office, or owning property. (. Bishops, high priests, and Apostles are called. LDS Ensign magazine publishes article celebrating fake Hofmann Anthon transcript (now removed from LDS website Ensign copy). 1827. Thomas Ferguson demoted to Secretary, writes he is “content to eat whatever piece of pie is thrown my way, however small or humble.” (Larson, 1990, 67), Joseph Vincent, Editor of California Archaeologist, reignites. (Source: William Clayton, Smith’s trusted clerk, marries him to 17 year old Lucy Walker while Emma is in St. Louis purchasing supplies. Papyri are salvaged and are passed down to Alice Heusser. U.S. Supreme Court upholds Edmunds-Tucker Act. Jeremy Runnells, author of CES Letter, resigns at excommunication hearing. Anthon declares the characters “imitation of various alphabetic characters, no meaning with them…” Harris departs convinced Smith is smarter than Anthon. This marks a turning point in Mormon history. They finish the temple quickly, but are expelled from Nauvoo in February 1846. See more ideas about mormon history, mormon, lds church history. Dean Jessee, the Church’s leading expert on Joseph Smith documents is chastised for writing about first vision. Hyrum Smith spoke exceeding well also red [sic] a revelation…” (Zina Huntington journal). (See Ether 1–15.) Emily recalled that “She introduced the subject of spiritual wives, as they called it in that day…” This is one of several examples of Joseph using “Mother of Israel” authority figures to coerce teenagers to secretly marry him. LDS Church quietly emails new policy to select leaders, prohibiting marriage between homosexual couples under threat of excommunication. Deseret News spins and sanitizes suffering and death of Martin company. The following is a timeline of events both in and out of the Church that have played an important role in LGBT Mormon history. City is not destroyed. With God, all things truly are possible. Classes ran for two months. Emma Smith gives birth to Joseph’s stillborn son. Brigham Young, tipped by Samuel Brannan, gathers the Twelve to discuss pending counterfeiting indictments. 200 soldiers from Livingston and nearby counties overrun Mormon village of. Smith was “very passable exhorter” at Methodist camp meetings, revivals. U.S. President Millard Fillmore appoints Brigham Young as territorial governor. The system of astronomy was unfolded.”. Smith and Rigdon convicted of illegal banking (court only met twice annually), Lyman Wight dismisses D&C as Telestial law, Book of Commandments  as Celestial law, because of, Apostles write how “Many scores of persons were healed by our sending a handkerchief (Smith’s) to them.” (Orson Whitney, Life of Heber C. Kimball, 1888), Oliver Cowdery writes his brother re: Smith’s, Warren Parrish, Smith’s trusted scribe, writes letter to Editor of. Kimball meets with 10 of 12 Apostles to. (see. This timeline gives a concise history of many events and people of the Book of Mormon. This website is not owned by or affiliated with The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (sometimes called the Mormon or LDS Church). Rumors and blame spreading of handcart suffering. Millennial Star publishes the handcart manifesto – poor planning and execution ensues. Wilford Woodruff records in his journal hearing Smith testify of revelation to continue bank. First church conference. 1823 . This portion of journal crossed out and not included in History of the Church. He sees God the Father and Jesus Christ in the First Vision in 1820. D&C 119 received, redefines tithing as paying “one-tenth of all their interest annually” and any “surplus property” as a “standing law unto them forever.” See May 12, 1838 – Smith’s salary request was denied. Smith tells of attempt to retrieve plates, denied, This is the year and time Lucy Smith (Joseph’s mother) later stated Joseph’s first vision occurred (. Only July 24, 1847, the main body of the first pioneers arrives in the Salt Lake Valley. Twenty Church departments and agencies reported directly to First Presidency, which controlled nearly every aspect of the church. Solomon Spalding graduates from Dartmouth. Loyalty oaths are introduced to keep Mormons out of some jobs. Sidney Rigdon and Edward Partridge (a Rigdon parishioner) travel to NY to meet Smith. Justice Albert Neely conducts the. Council of 50 anoints Brigham Young as “Prophet, Priest and King of the World.”. Isaac Galland sells 19,000 acres to Smith. After the Civil War, the U.S. Congress passes ever stricter laws against Mormon polygamy, a practice which had been publicly announced in 1852. Convicted forger Mark Hoffman enters Utah prison. They ‘sold’ their properties for $100 when in fact they were worth thousands of dollars. Whistleblower former employee of Ensign Peak, the LDS Church’s secretive investment firm, files an IRS whistleblower claim alleging the Church is illegally sitting on $100 billion in charitable donations, without making any actual distributions for charitable causes for many years. Church becomes his sole livelihood for the remainder of his life. Smith’s eldest brother Alvin dies, primary family breadwinner, additional financial strain on Smith family, posing problem for Angel’s command to bring Alvin. Ammaron gave Mormon charge of the plates. The first Mormon pioneers cross the Great Plains and establish the Mormon trail to Utah. This is the first instance of tithing described as income-based rather than surplus or interest. SOURCES: Jewish scholar, Joshua Seixas, began teaching Hebrew to Smith and other leaders in Kirtland, OH. In its nearly two hundred year history, Mormonism has grown from a small Church centered in America to a large, dynamic, international body of believers from over 160 different countries, speaking dozens of languages. Smith reveals that God is flesh and bone, and that “This earth was organized or formed out of other planets which were broke up and remodeled and made into the one on which we live.”, At Conference in Nauvoo Smith is unanimously elected. Don Carlos, youngest brother to Joseph, dies of Malaria. Oliver attempts to translate but sees nothing but blackness in the rock. Ted Bundy arrested in UT for aggravated kidnapping, freed, placed on 24 hour watch. Smith uses white seer stone (referred to as Urim &Thummim) for blessing to Newel Whitney. Joseph marries his second plural wife, Lucinda Pendleton Morgan Harris. Lehi’s group left Jerusalem about 600 B.C. Smith dictates D&C Section 34 while burying his face in a hat containing a seer stone. Presbyterian church suspends Lucy, Hyrum and Samuel Smith. One hundred armed men ride into DeWitt and threaten Mormons. California gold rush brings hordes of fortune-seekers streaming west through Salt Lake. W.W. Phelps writes his wife Sally, recounting how Smith said “…the rolls of papyrus contained the sacred record kept by Joseph…in Egypt and the teachings of father Abraham.” (, Smith records in journal via W.W. Phelps, “I was continually engaged in translating an alphabet of the Book of Abraham, and arranging a grammar of the Egyptian language…” (History of the Church, 2:238). Sidney Rigdon experiences falling out with Alexander Campbell. (see. Church publicly reverses “November Policy” of Nov 2015, easing policy of LGBT exclusion, though official Church Handbook remains unchanged. Brigham Young delivers speech about seeing with spiritual eyes. 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