It was wonderful to be in Nauvoo, Illinois this week to dedicate the Historic Nauvoo temple district. This newly finished historic site is a beautiful reflection of the Church’s history during the early days of the Restoration of the Gospel of Jesus Christ. While there, I was reminded of the sacrifices and faith of the early saints, and their desire to follow the commandments of God. Like the early saints, we too have the opportunity to follow their faithful examples. Wherever you are in this wo

Construction of the original Nauvoo Temple began in the spring of 1841 on a hilltop overlooking the Mississippi River. Early Latter-day Saints labored to build the temple, completing the sacred building after the martyrdom of the Prophet Joseph Smith. This episode of the Church News podcast explores the history and significance of the Nauvoo Temple. Joining the podcast is Spencer W. McBride, an associate managing historian of the Joseph Smith Papers who earned a Ph.D. in history from Louisiana S

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Elizabeth A. Kuehn discusses one of the first things Joseph Smith did after escaping from state custody with his fellow prisoners. | Latter-day Saints Standing United

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