Questions for CHFT49

Study Questions for CHFT 49:The Destiny of the Church 1. Read the quote from Church History in the Fulness of Times, Chapter 49, contained in the fourth paragraph, “No unhallowed hand….” How has this promise been fulfilled during the history of the Church? See also D&C 65:2 and Daniel 2:31-45. 2. Why did the leadership of the Church, even in the early days of the restoration, have no fear of those who opposed the Church? See also D&C 121:33. 3. What did President Hinckley say we should DO because of what we know? 4. List areas in which the Church has progressed in the years since the publishing of the Church History in the Fulness of Times manual: approximately 2000 – 2013. 5. What has impressed you most during your study of the history of the Church this year? BONUS: How has Thomas S. Monson been uniquely prepared to lead the Church today?

CHFT48 Questions and Links

This week in institute we will discuss the last five years of the 20th century, and the administration of Gordon B. Hinckley. Here are a few study questions for Church History in the Fulness of Times chapter 48. 1. How was Gordon B. Hinckley uniquely prepared to lead the Church during the last years of the 20th century and into the 21st century? 2. Why did the Church issue "The Family: A Proclamation to the World" in 1995? To whom did President Hinckley personally present a copy of this proclamation? 3. How were President Hinckley's international travels unique to his presidency? 4. How did Siberian Saints join in the spirit of the pioneer sesquicentennial in 1997? How did the Mexican Saints celebrate? 5. List Church building projects that distinguished President Hinckley's administration. 6. How did curriculum change in the late 1990s under President Hinckley's supervision? What changes occurred in music on Temple Square? A few links to related articles: 1. "President Gordon B. Hinckley: First Counselor," Ensign, Feb. 1986 2. "Stand Strong against the Wiles of the World," Ensign, Nov. 1995 3. "Major Curriculum Changes in Priesthood and Relief Society," Ensign, Dec. 1997 4. "The Living Christ: The Testimony of the Apostles, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints," Ensign, April 2000

CHFT 47 Questions and Links

This Thursday (May 2) in institute we will look at the progress of the Church during the early 1990s. Since we are now studying a time period most of us can remember, please feel free to share personal stories related to this period as you feel inclined to do so. We will be discussing Chapter 47 in Church History in the Fulness of Times: "Continued Growth during the Early 1990s". Here are study questions and related links. Study Questions and related links for CHFT 47 List areas in which the Church experienced exceptional growth during the late 1980s and early 1990s. What was the purpose of the Church’s humanitarian relief program? What is “Latter-day Saint Charities”? What facilities are included in the Joseph Smith Memorial Building? List significant milestones reached by the Church during the early 1990s. How was Howard W. Hunter uniquely prepared to lead the Church during the early 1990s? What theme became the hallmark of his administration? Related Links: “The Kingdom Progresses in Africa,” Ensign, Nov. 1994; “Redemption of the Dead,” Ensign, May 1991; “Church Efforts to Improve Literacy,” Ensign, Oct. 1993; VIDEO: “Mormon-GAVI Alliance Saves Lives With Immunizations” (click on link to view).

CHFT 45-46 Questions and Links

This Thursday, April 25, we will discuss chapters 45-46 in Church History in the Fulness of Times, covering approximately the time 1975-1991. Here are a few study questions and links to related articles: Ch. 45 - Meeting the Needs of a Worldwide Church Study Questions 1. By October 1976, how many Assistants to the Twelve were there? Why were so many needed? 2. What consolidation efforts were put into place in the late 1970’s and early 1980’s? What was the revised meeting schedule designed to do? 3. What was the “basic unit” program? How did this program assist isolated members? 4. How many temples were dedicated in 1983? How many more were planned or under construction by mid-1984? 5. How did advances in technology improve methods of family history work during the late 1970’s? Ch. 46 - A Period of Challenge and Growth Study Questions 1. How was Ezra Taft Benson uniquely prepared to serve as president of the Church in the latter part of the twentieth century? Who did he call as counselors? 2. List some of the areas of focus that defined President Benson’s presidency. 3. Why were stake seventies quorums discontinued in 1986? How did this move impact the home teaching program? 4. What four anniversaries were celebrated in 1987? 5. In what year did Thomas S. Monson offer a dedicatory prayer in East Germany? When was the Freiberg Germany Temple dedicated? In what year did missionary work in East Germany begin again? Links: “The Seventies: A Historical Perspective,” Ensign, July 1976; “Spencer, the Beloved: Leader-Servant,” Ensign, Dec. 1985; “The Book of Mormon – Keystone of Our Religion,” Ensign, Nov. 1986; “President Ezra Taft Benson,” Ensign, Jan. 1986; “The New Hymnbook,” Ensign, Sept. 1985

CHFT 44 Questions and Links

Questions and related links for Church History in the Fulness of Times, chapter 44 - The Church Lengthens Its Stride: 1. How was Spencer W. Kimball uniquely prepared to lead the Church during the 1970’s? 2. List ways in which President Kimball reached out to members and non-members throughout the world. 3. How long after the revelation allowing all worthy male members access to the priesthood did the Church send missionaries to Nigeria and Ghana? 4. Specifically, what did President Kimball encourage the Saints to do? Against what evils did he warn us? 5. What changes were made in the official canon of the Church under President Kimball’s leadership? Related Links: “When the World Will be Converted,” Ensign, Oct. 1974; “The Coming Forth of the LDS Editions of Scripture,” Ensign, Aug. 1983; “President Kimball’s vision of Missionary Work,” Ensign, July 1985; “Priesthood Restoration,” Ensign, Oct. 1988. Video Link: "That Promised Day, The Coming Forth of the LDS Scriptures," a BYU video production

President McKay's Advice for a Happy Home

1. Ever keep in mind you begin to lay the foundation of a happy home in your pre-marital lives. While in courtship you should learn to be loyal and true to your future husband or wife. Keep yourselves clean and pure. Cherish the highest ideals of chastity and purity. Do not be deceived. 2. Choose your mate by judgment and inspiration, as well as by physical attraction. Intellect and breeding are vital and important in the human family. 3. Approach marriage with the lofty view it merits. Marriage is ordained of God. It is not something to be entered into lightly or to be dissolved at the first difficulty that arises. 4. Remember that the noblest purpose of marriage is procreation. Home is children’s natural nursery. Happiness in the home is enhanced by having children at the fireside. 5. Let the spirit of reverence pervade the home. Have your home such that if the Savior called unexpectedly he could be invited to stay and not feel out of his element. Pray in the home. 6. Let husband or wife never speak in loud tones to each other. 7. Learn the value of self-control. We are never sorry for the word unspoken. Lack of self-control is the greatest source of unhappiness in the home. Children should be taught self-control, self-respect, and respect for others. 8. Fasten home ties by continued companionship. Companionship fosters love. Do everything to cement love for all eternity. 9. Make accessible to children proper literature and music. 10. By example and precept, encourage participation in Church activity. This is fundamental in developing a true character. Church activity should be led, not directed by parents” (quoted in McKay, Home Memories, 213).

CHFT42-43 Questions and Links

Next Thursday, April 11, we will look at the growth of the Church during the 1950's and 1960's. Here are a few study questions for chapters 42-43 in Church History in the Fulness of Times and some links to related articles in the Ensign. Looking forward to discussing these chapters and reviewing favorite conference talks in class next week! Study questions for chapters 42-43 in Church History in the Fulness of Times. Chapter 42: Growth into a Worldwide Church How was David O. McKay uniquely prepared to lead the church in the mid-20th century? List some of the challenges the Church faced during the 1950’s. What did President McKay feel inspired to stress among Church members during his presidency? When did the Language Training Mission at BYU open? How did the Church make good use of advancing media and technology in the 1960’s? List a few of the improvements in Church education during the 1960’s. Chapter 43: An Era of Correlation and Consolidation When did a thorough correlation effort begin in the Church? Who directed the effort? What motivated this direction? What were the three major objectives of the Church, as outlined in 1964? What steps were taken by the Church to strengthen the family? How was Joseph Fielding Smith uniquely prepared to lead the Church in the early 1970’s? How was Harold B. Lee uniquely prepared to lead the Church? How and why did the Church consolidate departments even as it experienced unprecedented growth? In what ways were channels of communication strengthened by the Church worldwide? Links to related articles: “For the Perfecting of the Saints”: A Look at Church Curriculum, Ensign Jan. 1986; “A Status Report on Church Magazines,” Ensign Feb. 1976; “A Day in the Life of President Joseph Fielding Smith,” Ensign July 1972; “President Harold B. Lee Ordained Eleventh President of the Church,” Ensign Aug. 1972

CHFT 40-41 Questions and Links

European Missions, 1938 (click to view larger) In Institute this Thursday, March 21, we will discuss chapters 40-41 in our manual, Church History in the Fulness of Times. These chapters cover the years 1939-1947 in Church history, and deal largely with the events in the Church during and following World War II. Please note, there will be no institute classes on March 28 and April 4, due to spring breaks in our school districts. Below are a few study questions and links to articles relating to our study for this week. Please also note a video link after the articles, for those who are interested. See you Thursday! -Wendy Chapter 40: The Saints during World War II 1. Why were copies of James Talmage’s “The Article of Faith” confiscated and certain hymns ripped from hymnals in pre-war Germany? 2. How did Nazi Germany inadvertently change the course of missionary work in Brazil? 3. How did Church leaders in Germany function during World War II without any communications from general authorities or missionaries? 4. List Church programs developed for LDS servicemen during World War II. 5. By the end of World War II, what percentage of Church members had served in the military? 6. List Church programs cancelled or curtailed for the duration of the war. Chapter 41: Postwar Recovery 1. How was George Albert Smith uniquely prepared to lead the Church after World War II? 2. Who was assigned to reopen the missions of Europe? Why? Who was assigned to the Pacific? 3. What problems faced the Saints in Europe after the war? 4. How many Church members were there in Japan in 1945? How many by 1949? 5. In what year was General Conference first broadcast on television? 6. Where and in what year were temple endowment sessions first presented in Spanish? Links: “War and Peace and Dutch Potatoes,” Ensign July 1978; “The Power of the Priesthood,” Ensign July 2012; “Blessings of the Temple,” Ensign Oct. 2010; “The Church Grows in Strength,” Ensign, Sept. 1999; “In Time of War,” Improvement Era Nov. 1939: “By Radio to Japan – George Albert Smith,” VIDEO

CHFT 39: Questions and Links

This Thursday (March 14) we will discuss chapter 39 in Church History in the Fulness of Times, “The Church during the Great Depression.” Here are a few study questions and links to related articles. 1. What kind of Church welfare system was in place before the stock market crash of 1929? How did Presiding Bishop Sylvester Q. Cannon build on that foundation? 2. What percentage of Church members were being supported by public relief in 1936? 3. When and why did Church leaders initiate the Deseret Industries program? 4. What steps were taken to strengthen priesthood holders during the 1930’s? 5. Name three beneficial by-products of the Depression. 6. What two fundamental truths were outlined by President J. Reuben Clark in his address, “The Charted Course of the Church in Education”? Links to related articles: “Inspired Church Welfare,” Ensign April 1999; “Guiding Principles of Personal and Family Welfare,” Ensign, Sept. 1986; “Physical Beginnings of the Church Welfare Program,” BYU Studies (PDF), 1974; “Education,” LDS Newsroom Topic; “The Charted Course of the Church in Education.”

CHFT 37-38 Questions and Links

James E. Talmage This Thursday, March 7, we will discuss chapters 37-38 in Church History in the Fulness of Times, covering roughly 1902-1930. Here are a few study questions and links to related articles. Also, note two additions to the class blog: (1) Two videos have been embedded, one with black and white video and images of Church leaders in the early 20th Century and one on Heber J. Grant’s life. (2) As promised, a list of all Internet resources we have viewed in class, with links to the sites. CHFT 37: Moving Forward into the New Century 1. List projects the Church began to develop after its financial situation was resolved. 2. How did a young David O. McKay’s ideas impact Church curriculum in the early 20th Century? 3. In what year did the First Presidency advise families to hold Family Home Evening? 4. List contributions of James E. Talmage in clarifying gospel doctrines. Where did he do most of his writing on Jesus the Christ? 5. What were the circumstances surrounding President Joseph F. Smith’s vision of the redemption of the dead? 6. When did Church leaders begin encouraging Saints to remain in their homelands? How did this strengthen the Church? CHFT 38: Change and Consistency 1. What distinguished Heber J. Grant among Church presidents? 2. When was the corporation of the President organized? 3. Why were David O. McKay and Hugh J. Cannon sent on a world tour in 1920? How many miles did they travel? How long were they gone? 4. When was South America reopened to missionary work? What was prophesied in the dedicatory prayer? 5. When and where was the first seminary established? When and where was the first institute organized? 6. When did the Tabernacle Choir begin its weekly radio broadcast? Related Articles: "Remembering Joseph F. Smith: Loving Father, Devoted Prophet," Ensign, June 1983; "Beyond the Veil: Two Latter-day Revelations," Ensign, Oct. 1985; "The Origin of Man," Ensign, Feb. 2002; "Members without a Church: Japanese Mormons in Japan from 1924-1948," (PDF) BYU Studies 1975.

Questions and Links for CHFT 35-36

REED SMOOT This Thursday (Feb. 21) in institute we will discuss chapters 35-36 in Church History in the Fulness of Times. Here are a few study questions for those who like to use them, and links to articles for extra reading on subjects related to the history of the Church during the early part of the twentieth century. Chapter 35: The Church at the Turn of the Century 1. What distinguished Lorenzo Snow among the prophets? How was he prepared to lead the Church? 2. How did President Snow know he should reorganize the First Presidency quickly after the death of Wilford Woodruff? 3. How much debt had the Church incurred by July 1898? Why had tithing donations waned? How many years of increased tithing participation by the Saints did it take before the Church was out of debt? 4. When were the first sister missionaries called and set apart? By what percentage did the number of missionaries increase during the decade 1890-1900? 5. What areas were opened to missionary work in the first decade of the twentieth century? Chapter 36: The Church in the Early Twentieth Century 1. Who was Brigham H. Roberts? Why was he asked to run for a seat in the U.S. House of Representatives? Who led the movement to block his seating in Congress? 2. How old was Joseph F. Smith when he was ordained to succeed Lorenzo Snow? How had President Smith been prepared for this calling? 3. How old was Apostle Reed Smoot when he was elected to the U.S. Senate? Why was his election so controversial? How many years did he serve? 4. Which two world leaders defended the Church in the early twentieth century? 5. List some positive steps the Church took toward better public relations in an effort to educate people regarding the nature of the Church. Links to related articles: "The First Sister Missionaries," Ensign July 1980; "The Church in Japan," BYU Studies, 1973; "Mischievous Puck and the Mormons," BYU Studies, 1978; "Willard Bean: Palmyra's Fighting Parson," Ensign, June 1985.

Questions and Links for CHFT 33-34

This Thursday, February 14, ONLY THE MORNING CLASS will meet for institute. The evening class will not meet this Thursday, but will meet on Feb. 21. Both classes, on their respective dates, will discuss chapters 33-34 in Church History in the Fulness of Times. Here are a few study questions and links to related articles. Chapter 33: A Decade of Persecution, 1877-87 1. How was John Taylor prepared to lead the Church during a decade of persecution? BONUS: Read “Jubilee, Year of” and “Sabbatical Year” in the Bible Dictionary. Which aspects of the sabbatical year and the year of jubilee (7X7=49, 50 year celebration) were practiced during 1880? 2. When did Joseph Smith first receive the revelation on plural marriage? When did he teach this law to leading brethren? When was this revelation first read in general conference and published? 3. Who was George Reynolds and why did he go to prison in 1879? What did he do while incarcerated? 4. How did the Edmonds Act of 1882 change the face of Utah’s government and the lives of the Saints? What was the Edmonds-Tucker Act of 1887? 5. List areas where missionary work continued during the decade 1877-87 (as mentioned in this chapter). 6. Where did members of the Church go to avoid prosecution for polygamy? Chapter 34: An Era of Reconciliation (1888-98) 1. Why was Wilford Woodruff’s daily journal so important to the Church? 2. How many Utah citizens had been deprived of their right to vote by 1890? 3. How did President Woodruff know the time had come for the Saints to discontinue the practice of plural marriage? Who read the manifesto in general conference? 4. What had to happen before statehood could be granted to Utah? What was the Political Manifesto? 5. How long did it take to build the Salt Lake Temple? Give three promises prophesied during the Salt Lake Temple dedication. How many people attended dedicatory sessions? 6. How many new missions were opened by Wilford Woodruff? What other changes were made during his presidency? Related articles: “John Taylor: Defender of Truth” Ensign Jan. 2003; “Polygamy Then and Now” LDS Newsroom May 2008; “A Temple to Exalt” Ensign Aug. 1993; “Wilford Woodruff: Contending for the Faith” Ensign Jan. 2006 Videos on YouTube: “The Mountain of the Lord,” “Only a Stonecutter”

Questions and Links for CHFT 31-32

This Thursday, February 7, we will discuss chapters 31-32 in Church History in the Fulness of Times. Here are a few study questions, followed by links to relevant articles. Church History in the Fulness of Times, Chapter 31: The Quest for Self-Sufficiency 1. List reasons why leading public officials in the U.S. were eager to complete railroad lines across the continent. Where and when was the golden spike laid, uniting east and west railroad lines? 2. What were some elements of "home industry," or self-sufficiency, practiced by the Saints in Utah in the late 1860's? 3. Where and when was the first cooperative institution in Utah founded? Who supervised it? 4. Who was Joseph Ridges and what was his contribution to Church music? 5. Which nations enjoyed missionary success during the years 1864-1874? BONUS: How did the Salt Lake Tribune get its start? 6. Where was the first united order organized? Why there? Church History in the Fulness of Times, Chapter 32: Brigham Young's Presidency: The Final Decade 1. Name the three sisters assigned by Brigham Young to reestablish Relief Societies throughout the Utah Territory. List some early Relief Society projects. 2. What was the second auxiliary to take more permanent shape under the direction of Brigham Young? Who was the president of this organization? 3. What historic event prompted an organization for the young women of the Church? What was teh original name of this society? 4. Who were the Dusenberry brothers? Name the three educational academies opened by the Church in the 1870's-1880's. 5. What difficulties faced members of the Church in colonizing Arizona and Mexico? 6. Where were the first endowments for the dead performed? Who were among those to receive these sacred ordinances? BONUS: Of all the vast and varied accomplishments of Brigham Young, name one or two that impress you most. Links to related articles: "The Deseret Alphabet" (Friend, July 1985) "The Organ" (BYU Studies) "The Priesthood Reorganization of 1877: Brigham Young's Last Achievement" (BYU Studies) "Eight Presidents: A Century at BYU" (Ensign, Oct. 1975) "Eliza R. Snow: First Lady of the Pioneers" (Ensign, Sept. 1973)

Questions and Links for CHFT 29-30

This Thursday, January 31, we will discuss chapters 29-30 in Church History in the Fulness of Times. Here are a few study questions and a couple of links to articles on the subject matter in these chapters. Chapter 29 - "The Utah War" 1. What two issues were at the center of the Church's conflict with the federal government? 2. Why didi Church leaders declare martial law in Utah Territory in 1857? What other defensive measures were put in force? 3. Why was the Francher Train massacred at Mountain Meadow? Who participated in the massacre? What can we learn from this today? 4. Who were the "Mormon Raiders" and what was their role in the Utah War? 5. Why did settlers north of Utah Valley leave their homes in 1858 and "move south"? How long did it take? How many Saints were displaced? BONUS: What became of the Salt Lake Temple foundation as the Saints anticipated the arrival of Johnston's army? Chapter 30 - "The Civil War Period" 1. How were the Saints blessed in being driven from their homes in Illioinois? 2. What service did members of the Church render the Union cause during the Civil War? 3. What military leader became known as the "father of Utah mining"? 4. Who was Walter Murray Gibson and how did he exceed the bounds of his authority in the Hawaiian Islands? 5. How many European converts were brought to Utah between 1861-1868? What percentage of the population of Salt Lake City was foreign-born as of 1870? Links: "The Mountain Meadows Massacre" - Ensign Sept. 2007 "Abraham Lincoln's life is meaningful to Mormons" - Deseret News Feb.21 2011 "Abraham Lincoln, God's Humble Instrument" - Mormon Channel (audio)

Questions and Links for CHFT 27-28

Thursday, January 24, stake institute classes will discuss chapters 27 and 28 in Church History in the Fulness of Times. Here are a few study questions for those who like to read ahead: Chapter 27, Establishing a Refuge in the Desert: 1. Who accompanied Brigham Young on his return trip to Winter Quarters in August, 1847? 2. List some of the challenges early pioneers faced after they arrived in the Salt Lake Valley. 3. How many Saints had arrived in the valley by the end of 1848? by the end of 1849? 4. What was the "Perpetual Emigrating Fund"? 5. When and where was the "Pearl of Great Price" first published? 6. List nations opened to missionary work in 1849-51. Chapter 28, Utah in Isolation: 1. Why did the early citizens of Deseret want statehood rather than status as a territory? Why was this request blocked? 2. List reasons for conflicts between Mormon and non-Mormon politicians in Utah. 3. How did Brigham Young gain his second term as governor? 4. Why did immigrants to Utah begin using hand carts instead of wagons and teams? 5. How many towns were founded by the Saints between 1847-1857? How many Saints emigrated to Utah during this decade? 6. List typical responsibilities of pioneer women during this time. 7. What was the "reformation of 1856-57"? Why was it necessary? Here are a couple of articles you may also enjoy in connection with these readings: 1. "Our Honored Pioneer Heritage" - by President Monson, New Era July 2011 2. "The Miracle of the Gulls" - by John L. Hart, Church News May 16, 1998 3. "Westward the Saints: The Nineteenth-Century Mormon Migration" - by Glen M. Leonard, Ensign Jan. 1980

Questions and Links for CHFT 25-26

Study Questions for CHFT 25-26, to be discussed January 17 Ch. 25 1. How many days did it take the main “Camp of Israel” to cross Iowa? How many days to travel from Winter Quarters to the Salt Lake Valley? 2. List challenges the Saints faced in their trek across Iowa. How much did they complain? 3. Where was Garden Grove? Why did the camp establish a small community there? 4. When and from where did the Mormon Battalion begin their historic march? 5. What was the result of the Battle of Nauvoo? How many Saints died in Iowa Camps by the end of the first winter? 6. How many church members were scattered throughout the country in 1846? How many were in Winter Quarters? Ch. 26 1. What three groups of Saints headed west before the main body of pioneers left Winter Quarters? 2. What did the Mormon Battalion members’ payroll allowance to toward? What was accomplished by the Mormon Battalion? 3. Who was Samuel Brannnan? What did he do for the Church? 4. What two groups of pioneers formed a community at Pueblo during the winter of 1846-47? 5. When was Brigham Young sustained as president of the Church? Here are links to some relevant articles: "The Iowa Trek of 1846: The Brigham Young Route from Nauvoo to Winter Quarters" (June 1972 Ensign); "They Marched Their Way West: The Nauvoo Brass Band" (July 1980 Ensign); "The Mormon Battalion March, 1846-47" (July 1979 Ensign); "All is Well..." The Story of "the Hymn That Went around the World" (BYU pdf); "Suffering and Death on the Plains of Iowa" (BYU pdf).

Questions and LInks for CHFT 23-24

Important Institute Updates: 1. There will be NO institute this Thursday, January 3. This is not a change in schedule, just a reminder. 2. When we meet next, on Thursday, January 10, the stake center will be unavailable because of new carpet installation. On this date only, we will meet at the Del Sur building, 14191 Camino Del Dur, on the corner of Camino Del Sur and Carmel Valley Road. See map here. Class times will remain the same, 11-12 in the morning and 8-9 in the evening. Sorry for the inconvenience to some, but hope all will be able to attend. Please contact me if you need directions. 3. Our next class will take us into the second general phase of Church History, the period between the death of Joseph Smith in 1844 and 1960, in which basic revealed doctrines were clarified and reinforced. On the 10th, we will discuss chapters 23-24 in Church History in the Fulness of Times. Our discussion will focus on the time between the martyrdom of Joseph and Hyrum and the exodus to the Rocky Mountains. Below are a few study questions for those who want to read ahead, and some links to articles that enrich the lesson materials. By way of reminder, the study questions and links are also posted on the class blog, http://churchhistorytoday.blogspot.com. I am very much looking forward to our study over the next few months, and the opportunity to look deeper into the history of the Church which is less familiar and more current. As before the break, each class will begin by looking at one of the many current Church websites and will end by highlighting one of the faithful members who contributed to the history of the Church during the focus period. I welcome all suggestions for ways in which our classes might be more helpful or effective! Thank you, and I look forward to seeing you on Jan. 10. -Wendy Study Questions Chapter 23: The Twelve to Bear Off the Kingdom 1. Where were each of the twelve apostles at the time of the martyrdom? What was their counsel to the citizens of Nauvoo? 2. Who called the meeting of the Church that was held 8 Aug, 1844? What miracle occurred at this meeting? 3. What did Wilford Woodruff describe as "a kind of second class vision"? 4. List ways in which the Quorum of the Twelve were prepared to lead the Church. 5. Who was James J. Strang? What title did he eventually give himself? Chapter 24: Nauvoo under Apostolic Leadership 1. List three issues overseen by the Quorum of the Twelve shortly after they were sustained. 2. How many quorums of seventy were functioning by January, 1846? What was their main focus? 3. What was the "Whistling and Whittling Brigade"? 4. How many men were convicted in the murders of Joseph and Hyrum Smith? 5. When did Brigham Young and Heber C. Kimball begin giving endowments to faithful Saints in the Nauvoo Temple? How many endowments had been received by the end of 1845? How many Saints were endowed by mid-February 1846? Links to relevant articles: "We Thank Thee, O God, for a Prophet" by Spencer W. Kimball, Ensign, Jan 1973 "Joseph Smith's Brothers: Nauvoo and After" by Richard Lloyd Anderson, Ensign, Sept 1979 "Joseph, Brigham and the Twelve: A Succession of Continuity" (PDF) BYU Studies, 1981