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Emma Smith Crossing the Mississippi by Virginia Brown

Joseph Smith Tells His Own Story
This testimony is Joseph Smith's own account of his first visions, the origin, translation, and truth of the Book of Mormon, the authority of the priesthood, and the organization of the Church. It is reprinted from the Church's periodical Times and Seasons (Volumes 3 and 4) published by Joseph Smith and others at Nauvoo, Illinois, 1839–1846.
The Reorganized Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints Shall Never Be Moved, by Walter H. Cryer
The is a story about T. T. Hinderks who was given divine assurance that the RLDS Church would not fail.
"This Church Will Triumph", by Patriarch I. N. White
The Lord assured Brother White that in spite of opposition, trials, difficulties, and falling away of members, the Church would triumph and be victorious.
Joseph Smith's Successor, by Richard and Pamela Price
While Joseph did not ordain his son to hold priesthood, he did designate him to be his successor by the laying on of hands at least four different times. This article discusses the eye witness accounts of these events.
Divine Guidance Led Joseph Smith III to Become Prophet of the Church, by Pamela Price
The Seven Prophets of the Latter Days, by Pamela Price
An explanation of Elder Joseph Burton's dream and vision which indicated that there would be seven prophets of the Church in the latter days.
God Is with His People, by Alexander Hale Smith
A brief history of the fifth son of Joseph and Emma Hale Smith and two of his spiritual experiences as told by him to the April 1890 General Conference at Lamoni, Iowa.
A Vision of the Resurrection, by Elder Robert M. Elvin
A Vision from God about the Coming Resurrection.
Christ's Peace in Time of War, by Nelle Dawbarn
A Testimony of Christ's Peace during the World War II German Air Raids over England.
The Lord Spoke to Joseph Luff, by Elder Joseph Luff
A testimony about his conversion to the Church.
I Heard the Voice of David H. Smith, by Pamela Price
A Vivid Testimony of the Love of Our Lord for Us as Individuals and as His Church
Zion's Redemption, by Elder Alfred White
A Vision from God about How He Will Establish Zion.
A Vision of the Gold Plates of the Book of Mormon, by John Landers
Another Testimony as to the Truth of the Book of Mormon.
"The Reorganized Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints Is the Body ... with Whom the Authority Rests!," by J. W. Nanny
A vision which answered his question about which church was God's true church.
God's Pattern Found in the Reorganized Church, by John Landers
A Vision from God that His Church Has Been the Same Throughout All the Dispensations of Time.
Ministers Must Have God's Help, by Elder F. G. Pitt
How God's Power Helped Elder Pitt to Become an Able Preacher of the Reorganization.

The Three Witnesses by Joseph Lewis

The Gathering of Latter Day Israel, by Oliver Cowdery
A discussion of information given to Joseph Smith by the Angel Moroni about the gathering.
My People Will I Preserve, by Apostle Arthur Oakman
A sermon given November 1957 Norwalk, Connecticut, Metropolitan New York District Conference.
"God is Love," by Elder J. W. Gillen
A sermon given at Old Church near Lamoni, Iowa, December 31, 1882.
Let Us Not Wander in Strange Roads!, by Richard Price
The Inspired Version, by Seventy Aleah G. Koury
How Zion Shall Be Redeemed, by Richard Price
A Sermon Given at the First Restoration Festival in 1978.
God and Christ are Two Separate Persons, by Patriarch Elbert A. Smith
Virgin Birth of Our Redeemer, article by Joseph Smith III and painting of the manger scene by Nancy Harlacher
The Gifts of the Spirit, Doctrine and Covenants 46
Test the Spirits, Doctrine and Covenants 50
As It Was in the Days of Noah, by Arthur A. Oakman, Apostle
A Warning that the Second Coming of Christ Is at Hand.
Signs and Times of the Lord's Return, by James E. Bishop, High Priest and Missionary
A Synopsis of the Events which Will Precede the Second Coming of Christ.
Baptism, by Joseph Smith, Jr
A Discourse from Times and Seasons about Baptism as an Important Ordinance of the Gospel.
An Epitome of Faith and Doctrine
A Brief Statement of the Basic Beliefs of the Church.
The Stewardship of Priesthood, by Elbert A. Smith
The Relationship Between Women and the Stewardship of Priesthood within the Church.
The Communion Covenant, by President Israel A. Smith
A Discussion of Who Should Partake of the Sacrament of the Lord's Supper.
The Last Generation, by John J. Cornish
Events Yet to Happen before the Second Coming of Christ.
Lecture Fifth of Faith
An In-depth Discussion of the Godhead.

The categories below provide links to articles, paintings, and photographs about the historical people and events of the Church.

Men & Women of the Restoration—Their Deeds & Sacrifices
Early Church Places & Events—Restoration & Reorganization Beginnings
From the Scriptures—
Stories We Love
Missionary Endeavors—
The Restored Gospel Spreads

The Stone Church from the painting by Nancy Harlacher: The Temple in Zion

The Importance of the Revelation Given to Jason Briggs, by Vance Snively
The Early Reorganization, 1851–1853, Guidance for the Church Today, by Vance Snively
The Great Divide, by Sean Allen
This article discusses the impact that the Joint Council of Restoration Branches (JCRB) is having upon the Church.
The Community of Christ 2004 Conference, by Richard Price
This article highlights the changes made by the 2004 Conference to the doctrine and practices of the Church.
In Behalf of the Pioneer Saints, by Nancy Harlacher
The early Saints in Missouri suffered greatly at the hands of their enemies because they believed in the Restored Gospel.
What Subject Matter and by What Method Shall the Church Preach and Teach?,
by R. S. Salyards, Sr.
What the Church must do to grow from within that it may have power to reach out and bring in others to increase its strength.
The Church of Jesus Christ Never Changes, by Jessie Ward LeBaron
The Church's form, message, and mission are and must always be the same.
"Ye Shall See the Salvation of God!"
A revelation received through Apostle Joseph Luff
Remember the Church and Never Forsake It, by Nancy Harlacher
The Faithfullness of the Early Restoration Saints Has Given Us a Rich Heritage which We Should Never Forsake.
The Name of the Church, by Evan Fry
Why the Church Should Be Named "The Reorganized Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints"
God Will Guide the RLDS Church to Victory, by Apostle Gomer T. Griffiths
Difficulties Ahead for the Church until It Is Victorious in the End
God Will Cleanse the Church Again, by Richard and Pamela Price
A Promise of Hope for the Church
The RLDS Church is Still Alive, by Richard Price
The Continuation of the RLDS Church until Zion Is Redeemed

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