Mormonism

Mormonism

The religion practiced by Mormons. Founded by Joseph Smith, Jr. in the 1820s as a form of Christian primitivism, Mormonism is the predominant religious tradition of the Latter Day Saints.

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Endowment

Religion; Mormonism

Ordinances of instruction and covenant performed by and for individuals in temples.

Anointing(s)

Religion; Mormonism

The placing of a drop or two of consecrated olive oil on a person's head as part of a special blessing, under the direction of the Melchizedek Priesthood.

Collection of fast offerings

Religion; Mormonism

The collection of voluntary offerings on fast day, usually the first Sunday of each month. (See Fast Offerings)

Compassionate service

Religion; Mormonism

Aid or comfort rendered to others, in particular by members of the Relief Society.

District

Religion; Mormonism

(1) An ecclesiastical unit consisting of several branches of the Church in a geographic area where stakes are not organized; (2) a unit of organisation in missions, consisting of missionaries and ...