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;Aaronic Priesthood:This is one of the two Latter-Day Saints priesthoods. It is made up of three offices Deacon, Teacher and Priest each with increasing duties. In the LDS Church it is generally given to young men starting at age 12. In the RLDS and most other restorationist churches, it is generally given to adults. Capitalize both words. See ''priesthood''. | ;Aaronic Priesthood:This is one of the two Latter-Day Saints priesthoods. It is made up of three offices Deacon, Teacher and Priest each with increasing duties. In the LDS Church it is generally given to young men starting at age 12. In the RLDS and most other restorationist churches, it is generally given to adults. Capitalize both words. See ''priesthood''. | ||
− | ;Aaronic Order:A communal restorationist faith in and around Esk-Dale, Utah. | + | ;Aaronic Order:A communal restorationist faith in and around Esk-Dale, Utah. Not part of the Salt Lake City based LDS church. |
;anti-Mormon: Those who actively campaign against Mormon beliefs or practices. Merely disbelieving Mormon doctrine, leaving the Church, or disagreeing with Church policy does not make someone anti-Mormon. Some anti-Mormons write books, pamphlets and articles, while others protest outside of church buildings and conference centers while the Mormons worship. For an example of anti-Mormon activities, see: {{link|url=http://www.fairlds.org/Anti-Mormons/Street_Preachers.html}}. Anti-Mormons generally share one of two ideologies: (a) Evangelical/Fundamentalist Christian groups or (b) secular/agnostic/atheist, usually former members. Authors should be aware that that some who pass themselves off as experts on Mormonism have their own ideologic agendas, and sometimes derive some or all of their income from material attacking the LDS church. | ;anti-Mormon: Those who actively campaign against Mormon beliefs or practices. Merely disbelieving Mormon doctrine, leaving the Church, or disagreeing with Church policy does not make someone anti-Mormon. Some anti-Mormons write books, pamphlets and articles, while others protest outside of church buildings and conference centers while the Mormons worship. For an example of anti-Mormon activities, see: {{link|url=http://www.fairlds.org/Anti-Mormons/Street_Preachers.html}}. Anti-Mormons generally share one of two ideologies: (a) Evangelical/Fundamentalist Christian groups or (b) secular/agnostic/atheist, usually former members. Authors should be aware that that some who pass themselves off as experts on Mormonism have their own ideologic agendas, and sometimes derive some or all of their income from material attacking the LDS church. | ||
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− | ; | + | ;Baptism for the dead: The practice of baptizing a person by proxy for a deceased person. When used in a sentence do not capitalize. This rite is performed most often in the temples of the LDS Church. |
;Barlow University: A college in Colorado City, Arizona operated by the Fundamentalist Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (Barlow) | ;Barlow University: A college in Colorado City, Arizona operated by the Fundamentalist Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (Barlow) | ||
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− | ;Family Home Evening : | + | ;Family Home Evening :Monday evenings are set aside for families to meet together, learn gospel principles, and to participate in family activities. |
− | ;Family Prayer: | + | ;Family Prayer: The entire family kneels down together and prays. This typically happens first thing in the morning, and as the last thing at night. |
− | ;Fasting: | + | ;Fasting:At least once each month, church members skip two meals and pray. |
− | ;Fast Offerings: | + | ;Fast Offerings:When a member skips two meals fasting, the money that would have been spent on those meals is given to a fund to help feed the poor. |
;Fast and Testimony Meeting: On the first Sunday of each month, the members of the church fast. Then when they come to church, instead of their usual meeting they have an open pulpit and allow the members to stand and give their testimonies. | ;Fast and Testimony Meeting: On the first Sunday of each month, the members of the church fast. Then when they come to church, instead of their usual meeting they have an open pulpit and allow the members to stand and give their testimonies. | ||
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;High Priest: This is a level in the LDS priesthood given to many males over the age of 50, or to those who have served in Ward or Stake leadership positions. | ;High Priest: This is a level in the LDS priesthood given to many males over the age of 50, or to those who have served in Ward or Stake leadership positions. | ||
− | ;Home Teaching: | + | ;Home Teaching: The families in the church are visited by other members each month. This is referred to as "home teaching." The intent of the visit is to make sure things are going well with the family and then to leave a gospel message. |
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== I == | == I == | ||
− | ;Institute: | + | ;Institute: Next to various college campuses there are buildings called "Institute of Religion." These are used to teach religious classes and to provide a gathering place. It is open to anyone, but it is designed particularly for those attending college. |
== J == | == J == | ||
− | ;Jesus Christ: | + | ;Jesus Christ: Our Lord and Savior |
− | ;Joseph Smith : | + | ;Joseph Smith : The first prophet and founder of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. |
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− | ;Laurel: | + | ;Laurel: Young Women who are 16 to 18 years of age are in the Laurel class. |
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− | ;Melchizedek Priesthood: | + | ;Melchizedek Priesthood: The second priesthood (the first being Aaronic.) This is the priesthood held by all elders and high priests in the church. |
− | ;Mia Maid: | + | ;Mia Maid:Young Women who are 14 to 16 years of age are in the Mia Maid class. |
== N == | == N == | ||
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− | ;Pastor: The leader of the local congregation in the RLDS Church. | + | ;Pastor: The leader of the local congregation in the RLDS Church. Also sometimes used as a term to describe a Bishop in the LDS church. |
− | ;Patriarch: | + | ;Patriarch: Man designated within each Stake to give blessings. |
− | ;Patriarchal Blessings: | + | ;Patriarchal Blessings: Special blessing given by patriarchs to each member. The blessing is written down and is frequently used as a guide for life. |
;Pearl of Great Price: A book of scripture held sacred by the LDS Church. It contains various texts including: | ;Pearl of Great Price: A book of scripture held sacred by the LDS Church. It contains various texts including: | ||
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− | ;Sabbath: | + | ;Sabbath: Mormons generally have their sabbath on Sunday. While there are differences on how each family decides to "Keep the sabbath day holy," it usually involves not working on Sunday, not shopping on Sunday and trying to avoid activities that would cause other people to work. |
− | ;Seminary: | + | ;Seminary: A class offered to high school youth. In most areas it is early in the morning before school and is five days each week. |
− | ;Stake: Ecclesiastical unit comprised of wards and branches and presided over by a Stake President. | + | ;Stake: Ecclesiastical unit comprised of wards and branches and presided over by a Stake President. The term "Stake" is a reference to a stake in the tent of zion. |
;Stake Conference: A meeting of the entire stake. It generally takes place twice a year. No ward or branch meetings are held on the Sunday when Stake Conference is held. | ;Stake Conference: A meeting of the entire stake. It generally takes place twice a year. No ward or branch meetings are held on the Sunday when Stake Conference is held. |
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