1978 Revelation on Priesthood (Q4578287)
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revelation announced by leaders of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in 1978 that reversed a long-standing policy excluding men of black African descent from the priesthood
- Official Declaration 2
- Official Declaration—2
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| English | 1978 Revelation on Priesthood |
revelation announced by leaders of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in 1978 that reversed a long-standing policy excluding men of black African descent from the priesthood |
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1978
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As we have witnessed the expansion of the work of the Lord over the earth, we have been grateful that people of many nations have responded to the message of the restored gospel, and have joined the Church in ever-increasing numbers. This, in turn, has inspired us with a desire to extend to every worthy member of the Church all of the privileges and blessings which the gospel affords. (English)
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We declare with soberness that the Lord has now made known his will for the blessing of all his children throughout the earth who will hearken to the voice of his authorized servants, and prepare themselves to receive every blessing of the gospel. (English)
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