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Page 26 The Greater Light MAR./APR. 2016 Articles of Faith and Practice

1. We believe in God The Eternal Father, who only is Su- ing up and extension of The Kingdom of God in all the world. preme; Creator of the Universe; Ruler and Judge of all; Un- 15. We believe that Local Churches should govern their own changeable and without Respect to persons. affairs and that General Church officials should not dominate or 2. We believe in Jesus Christ The Manifestation of God in the interfere therewith. On invitation such general officers may, flesh, who lived, suffered and died for all mankind; whom we with propriety, give counsel and assistance. Local congregations own as our Leader, Witness and Commander. are subject to The Articles of Faith and Practice and must be 3. We believe in The Holy Ghost, The Spirit of Truth, The governed thereby. Comforter, which searcheth the deep things of God, brings to 16. We believe The Church of Christ comprehends The True our minds things which are past, Reveals things to come, and is Brotherhood of man where each esteems his brother as himself the medium by which we Receive Revelation of Jesus Christ. and wherein The Divine Command to ‘love your neighbor as 4. We believe that men will be punished for their own sins and yourself’ is demonstrated by the prevalence of social equality. not for Adam’s transgression, and that as a consequence of The 17. We believe that all men are Stewards under God and an- Atonement of Christ “all little children are alive in Christ, and swerable to Him not only for the distribution of accumulated also all they that are without The Law. For The Power of Re- wealth, but for the manner in which such wealth is secured. The demption cometh on all they that have no law; wherefore, he primary purpose of Stewardship is not the increase of Church that is not condemned, or he that is under no condemnation, revenue or the mere contribution of money by those who have to cannot repent, and unto such, baptism availeth noth- those who have not, but to bring men to a realization of The ing.” (Moroni 8:22) Common Fatherhood and the universal brotherhood of man in 5. We believe that through The Atonement of Christ all men all the affairs and expressions of life, and to maintain such so- may be Saved by Obedience to The Laws and Ordinances of cial adjustments that each may enjoy The Bounty and Gifts of The Gospel; viz. : Faith in God and in The Lord Jesus Christ; God, and be free to exercise his talents and ability to enrich the Repentance and Baptism by immersion for the remission of sins; life of all. Laying on of Hands for: (a) Ordination, (b) Blessing of Chil- 18. We believe that men should labor for their own support and dren, (c) Confirmation and The Gift of the Holy Ghost (Acts that of their dependents. Ministers of The Gospel are not ab- 8:17), (d) Healing of the sick. solved from this responsibility, but when Chosen or Appointed 6. We believe in the literal second coming and Millennial Reign by The Church to devote their entire time to Missionary Work, of Jesus Christ; in The Resurrection of the Dead, and in Eternal their families are to be provided for out of General Church fund. Judgment; that men will be rewarded or punished according to The Admonition of Christ that The Ministry should not provide the good or evil they may have done. purse or scrip for their journey, but go Trusting in God and the 7. We believe in The Powers and Gifts of The Everlasting Gos- people, is applicable. pel: viz: The Word of Wisdom; The Word of Knowledge; The 19. We believe that the temporal affairs of the General Church Gift of Faith; The Gift of Healing; Working of Miracles; Proph- are to be administered by The General Bishopric under the su- ecy; Discerning of Spirits; Divers kinds of Tongues; Interpreta- pervision and direction of the general conferences of The tion of Tongues. Church. The temporal affairs of The Local Churches shall be 8. We believe The Fruits of The Spirit to be Love, Joy, Peace, Administered by local Bishops under the supervision and direc- Long Suffering, Gentleness, Goodness, Faith, Meekness, and tion of the local congregations. Temperance. 20. We believe that marriage is Ordained of God, and that The 9. We believe that in The Bible is contained The Word of God; Law of God provides for but one companion in wedlock for that The Record of the Nephites is an added Witness for Christ, either man or woman. In case of breach of this covenant the and that these contain ‘The Fullness of The Gospel.’ innocent one may remarry. 10. We believe in the principle of Continuous Revelation; that 21. We are opposed to war. Men are not justified in taking up The Canon of Scripture is not full, that God Inspires men in arms against their fellows except as a last resort in defense of every age and among all people, and that He speaks when, their lives and to preserve their liberty. where, and through whom he may choose. 22. We believe in The Literal gathering of Israel, and in The 11. We believe that where there are six or more regularly Bap- Restoration of The Ten Lost Tribes. tized members, one of whom is an Elder, there The Church ex- 23. We believe a Temple will be Built in this generation, in In- ists with Full Power of Church extension when acting in Har- dependence, Missouri, wherein Christ will Reveal Himself and mony with The Law of God. Endow His Servants whom He Chooses with Power to Preach 12. We believe that a man must be Called of God by Revelation The Gospel in all the world to every kindred, tongue and people, and Ordained by those having Authority, to enable him to that The Promise of God to Israel may be Fulfilled. Preach The Gospel and Administer The Ordinances thereof. 24. We believe that a New Jerusalem shall be Built upon this 13. We believe in the same Church Organization as existed in land ‘unto The Remnant’ of The Seed of Joseph. (Ether 6:6-8; the time of Christ and His apostles. The highest office in The III Nephi 10:17), which city be Built, beginning at The Temple Church is that of an Apostle, of whom there are Twelve, who Lot. constitute Special Witnesses for Jesus Christ. They have The 25. We believe The Ministry and Membership should abstain Missionary Supervision and The General Watch care of all The from the use of tobacco, intoxicating liquors and narcotics and Churches. should not affiliate with any society which administer Oaths or 14. The primary function of The General Church, of which each Covenants in conflict with The Law of God, or which interfere Local Church is a component part, is Missionary and the build- with their duties as freemen and citizens.

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laid upon all that THE GREATER 1. Bama Wa Mobutu Gloire: Democratic Republic LIGHT might come to them.’ Republic of Congo, Congo Brazzaville and at large, Afri- can General Church Recorder Message 53:10, ‘ Yea, I have brought a 2. Leonard Uguti : Morocco, Algeria Warning and few prepare for THE 3. Makikile Bakambo : Tchad, Central African Republic GREATER LIGHT , but be thou Faith- 4. Theophile Molayi : Mali, Mauritania 5. Charles Libande Kintambo : Senegal, Gambia ful even all who hear, for The Lord’s Will 6. Bolivar Bontenza Bidjimba : Angola, Namibia, Botswana shall be fulfilled in all things. All 7. Robert Malobi Mupe : Guinea Bissau, Guinea Conakry 8. Jacques Gbadili : Sierra Leone, Liberia, Ivory Coast, have their work to do and the day comes Ghana when The Lord shall breathe upon The 9. Molayi Jonathan : Burkinafaso, Niger Chosen and they shall do His Work in 10. Moris Kasongo : Togo Benin 11. Caleb Ndakala : Nigeria, Cameroun Mighty Power for their love toward the 12. Samuel Kake Embek : Guinea Equatorial, Gabon, brethren. All that offend and that do not Saotome and Principe keep His Commandments shall not be WEST AFRICAN 7 VICE BISHOPS

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Mar./Apr. 2016 The Greater Light Page 29 Faith and Practice . Of The Son Of God , that The Church of It is each Elder’s duty to Seek Guid- Christ might be Established as in The Days ance from and to keep The Territorial of The Apostles. Apostle informed of his works in the re- In 1927, The Angel Messenger again ap- gion he is laboring . peared, and on numerous subsequent visits,

Secretary For The Twelve has brought to us The Word Of The Lord Apostle Leonard H. Draves that The Church of Christ might be set in Order, that a people might be Prepared to FOREWORD be The Bride Of Christ. This is The Elijah Message so many have looked for, The THE GREATER LIGHT , the official Midnight Cry has been Proclaimed, A publication of The Church of Christ With Warning of Destruction , but to The People The Elijah Message , T he Assured Way of Of The Lord, a Message that Christ’s soon The Lord , Inc ., comes to YOU as an ex- Coming is near at hand. Fear God and give pression of the Hope we have in Christ. Glory to His Name , for The Hour of His In its pages are found the thoughts and Judgment has come. Awake thou that sleep- expression of a united people, whose only est and Arise from the dead, and Christ will aim is to promote The Cause of Christ by give you Light. spreading abroad to every nation, tongue We hope that whosoever reads these and people, The True Gospel of Christ that pages might make it a matter of Prayer and through Obedience to His Laws we might Fasting in Humility before God, that they be found worthy of Eternal Life . may know for themselves, that God has In this publication, The Record of The again Spoken and Revealed His Will from Nephites is quoted many times. This Book Heaven. To this end, we Dedicate The Greater Light. was Revealed and Translated by The Gift and Power of God : the year 1829 marked THE BOARD OF PUBLICATION THE QUORUM OF TWELVE the beginning of The Restoration of all things. It is a history of the people who once lived in the region around The Great Lakes , some of whom are Ancestors of The NOTICES American Indians. Though it contains a Re- Please make all checks for Tithes and cord of two other groups of people who Offerings, payable to THE CHURCH OF once lived here, it is for the most part a Re- CHRIST WITH THE ELIJAH MES- cord of The People of Nephi. SAGE, 4215 South Hocker Street, Inde- The Messages so often mentioned in this pendence, Mo. 64055. Please notify any publication are Messages from The Lord, change of address by the fifth of the month, brought to earth by His Chosen Servant, if possible. We would like to keep our re- , who comes to earth in a cords up to date. Your cooperation will be Glorified Body to finish The Work given appreciated. Thank You! to him of God; that of Restoring all Secretary-Treasurer of Bishops’ Bishop Reece Johnson things (Matthew 17:11). The Angel first came in 1829, and Restored The Authority

Page 30 The Greater Light Mar./Apr. 2016 Spirit that Mellows the Heart, is it THE MESSAGE OF still among you? I say unto you, yea, CHRIST TODAY let it do Greater Work. Qualify to be Leaders of men. Do Good to all man- To All People kind. Love always, hate and bitter- ness is not our Mission. 6. He that Loveth the brethren,

Loveth God also. The Lord will up- Ninety-Second Message hold him and make him a Blessing

7. Follow The Pattern. Let all that come This Way be Baptized into One The Angel Messenger of The Lord came to me at 4:45 a.m. Spirit. Teach and Preach the same July 4, 1973, in my home at Independence, Missouri, and things in The Way I have given you gave the following Message. The room was filled with Light. He spoke calmly and slowly, as I wrote the words he gave. and it will be well. He left at five o’clock. 8. The Church of Christ will never again be destroyed but will move on W. A. Draves Her Mission until Zion is established 1. ‘Behold, I come to and the people redeemed from their you at this time. Arise and sins-and The Lord come. The King- Write the words I shall give dom and The Dominion shall be for you. I am John The Bap- The Saints of The Most High 3. tist, a Resurrected Being. I 9. A deception has gone out among am The Elias. My Mission the people and churches of mankind is one of Love and Peace. with doctrines of men with a cry to The powers of the adver- speak in tongues of unknown words. sary 1 cannot hinder my Such has no meaning but to harden Work. the hearts of those that do so-making 2. I come from The Lord’s Presence. Look The Authority I bring of none effect to The Lord, this is His Work. I bring a Mes- and will not be a part of them, nei- sage from His Voice and His Will. ther will they receive nor obtain it. 3. The Lord’s People have seen trials and 10. There Is no Greater Authority afflictions but let all Arise to a Closer Walk or Gift, or Gifts given to man than with The Lord. Come away from contentions that which I bring of The Lord God, and bring Love and Obedience in you Lives. after The Order of His Son. Continue in Good Works. The Lord has 11. Who is mankind to claim more Heard the Prayers that are of the Heart, and than This? He that will not recognize this Assembly. And I bring Peace and an an- The Authority and Power I bring. swer to the problems when it becometh a Faileth, and his works will not stand need. the test in the end. Let this evil not be 4. There is none that have done right in among you for it will not calm the all things. They have fallen short 2. soul nor will it save you. 5. Where is that Great Love and The 12. There will come a day when a

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True Gift will be given. With Great Wis- S. Osage Street, Independence, Missouri. dom will it work a Work and convince, Morning services on the 26th will be held moreover convict, but as yet is not at the Independence Local at 7521 Hocker among you in Measures of Saving Grace. Street, Independence, Missouri. All other 13. Turn away from those things that services starting at 2 p.m. will be at the divide and separate you one from an- Corner Stone loca- other. The Lord Knoweth the hearts and tion. We all hope you can attend. wherein powers of man and deception lies. Except such repent and cleanse their minds of these things they have no part of This Work. Jesus Christ: 14. I have brought and bring a Mes- “I Am The Resurrection sage for mankind-that he may heed and conform to it; that he might be a part of and The Life” The Lamb’s Bride when He comes to make up His Jewels. I speak to fulfill The Many centuries before Jesus Christ Word of God, to bring all The Faithful in was manifest in flesh the holy prophets, Christendom together to One Fold 4 , One inspired by the Holy Spirit prophesied of Shepherd, One Spirit of God, One Bap- him and of the resurrection; let us con- tism 5 with Power for Remission of sins sider their prophetic revelation. and traditions of man that cannot save. Job 19:25 “For I know that my re- 15. The Lord will Call many into This deemer liveth, and that he shall stand at Way. the latter day upon the earth:” 16. Be firm, fret not, hold The Psalms 16:10 “For thou wilt not leave Peace my soul in hell; neither wilt thou suffer and your reward will be sure. thine Holy One to see corruption.” 17. In time The Quorum of Twelve Isaiah 26:19 “Thy dead men shall live, Apostles will be filled. There are those in together with my dead body shall they The Lord’s Preserve. Some will arise. Awake and sing, ye that dwell in fail, others will take their Calling when dust: for thy dew is as the dew of herbs, The Lord speaks. and the earth shall cast out the dead.” 18. Peace I leave with you and The Daniel 12:2-3 “And many of them that Church. Lift your Faith-The Way of The sleep in the dust of the earth shall awake, Lord is Sure. I will come again. Amen! some to everlasting life, and some to shame and everlasting contempt. And they that be wise shall shines as the Announcement brightness of the firmament; and they that turn many to righteousness as the stars fo ever and ever.” The Church of Christ Assembly will be During his ministry Jesus Christ taught held on June 26th, 27th and 28th at the and demonstrated the power of the resur- Corner Stone Community of Christ, 1326 rection. “Marvel not at this: for the hour

Page 32 The Greater Light Mar./Apr. 2016 is coming, in the which all that are in the God, the Holy One of Israel, hath spoken graves shall hear his voice, And shall come it.” forth; they that have done good, unto the We rejoice and praise God for the resurrection of life; and they that have done words of the angel there at the garden tomb evil, unto the resurrection of damnation.” on the morning of Christ’s resurrection. John 5: 29-30. Mark 16:6 “And he saith unto them, Be not John 11: 23-26 “Jesus saith unto her, affrighted: ye seek Jesus of Nazareth, Thy brother shall rise again. Martha saith which was crucified: he is risen; he is not unto him, I know that he shall rise again in here: behold the place where they laid the resurrection at the last day. Jesus said him.” unto her, I am the resurrection, and the life: We worship Jesus Christ, Almighty he that believeth in me, though he were Creator, our Saviour, for there is none other dead, yet shall he live: And whosoever li- from eternity to all eternity able to say, “I veth and believeth in me shall never die. am he that liveth, and was dead; and be- Believest thous this?” hold, I am alive for evermore, Amen; and Six centuries B. C. Nephi, one of the have the keys of hell and of earth.” prophets to the ancestor of the Indians of the Americas wrote: II Nephi 9: 19-24 “O The Foundation of the Church the greatness of the mercy of our God, the (A church paper, a church building Holy One of Israel! For he delievereth his Of the spirit of Revelation) saints from that awful monster the devil, By Jairus Yates Missouri and death, and hell, and that lake of fire and brimstone, which is endless torment. O The Church of Christ how great the holiness of our God! For he over time has had many knoweth all things, and there is not any- different names for their thing, save he know it. And he cometh into church paper. There have the world that he may save all men, if they also been other periodicals will hearken unto his voice; for behold, he that were not the church suffereth the pains of all men; yea, the paper, but promoted the pains of every living creature, both men, gospel. Whether church women and children, which belong to the related or not, these papers family of Adam. And he suffereth this, that have one thing in common: the resurrection might pass upon all men, their names changed from time to time. The tht all might stand before him at the great names would usually change because of a and judgment day. And he commandeth all split in the church, and its resultant legal men that they must repent, and be baptized issues. in his name, having perfect faith in the Some of the members would think, Holy One of Israel, or they cannot be saved “This was the name of the church paper in the kingdom of God. And if they will when I joined the church, so those in lead- not repent and believe in his name and be ership must be correct, and what they put in baptized in his name, and endure to the their paper must be correct.” That kind of end, they must be damned; for the Lord thinking is weak. Truth should be consid-

Mar./Apr. 2016 The Greater Light Page 33 ered on its own merits, not where it is preaching of the gospel because they lis- printed or who printed it; it is not who is tened to the Spirit of God. right, but what is right. Truth should be dis- In 1925-1926 the Lord gave them reve- cerned by the Spirit of God. lations, prophecy, tongues and dreams with Below are some names of these periodi- many witnesses that they should, as elders, cals that have changed over the years: Mil- ordain apostles. Some today believe an lennial Star--The Evsening and Morning apostle can only be called by an angel mes- Star--Autumn Leaves--The True Latt Day senger. Nowhere in the 120 messages does Saints Herald--The Torch of Truth--The it say that. History and the word bare wit- Messenger--The Saint’s Advocate--Zion’s ness that an apostle can be called in other Hope--The Voice of Warning--The Assured way than through an angel messenger. Way--The Voice of Peace--The Voice of I submit to you church history form the Warning and Peace--The Voice of Joy--The May 1926 Zion’s Advocate. Also, here is a Greater Light. list of apostles ordained in 1926: H. E. The Church of Christ has also had many Moler, F. F. Wipper, Daniel MacGregor, changes in the location of its church build- Samuel Wood, Clarence L. Wheaton, Otto ing. The Lord gave the commandment, Fetting and Norris N. Headding. through the Messenger, to build a building for those in Independence to meet, which History we know as 608 Lacy Road, Independence, Our Action: Missouri. Some think that just because the Thursday afternoon, October 8th, 1925 Lord gave the commandment to build this it was resolved: building, then we should continue to meet “Whereas the conference has by it vote ther on Sunday mornings. Using this kind expressed its determination to further per- of logic would mean we would need to start fect the organization of the church in har- meeting on the because the mony with the teachings of the Bible and Lord chose this spot for the building of His the Book of Morman, whereas, the Bible temple. Or maybe we should go overseas, and the Book of Morman both provide that find Solomon’s Temple, and start meeting- apostles shall be in the Church: Therefore , there. The question should not be “did the be it resolved, that we petition the Lord for Lord command the building to be built,” direction as the choosing of the Apostles, Or”...is it made of wood or stone?” Is it a and such other matters as He may see fit to house, a barn, a regular church, or some- impart unto us.” body’s back yard?” The question is “Is the After fasting and prayer the word of the truth being taught?” Lord came as follows: After the 1925 church conference, many “Verily this saith the Spirit in order that men separated themselves from the Reor- the Church of Christ may be prepare to ganized Church because of false doctrine more effectively occupy, it is my wish that and traditions of men which were allowed my servants Moler and Wipper shall be a into the church. They left the many great committee, to select a committee of three, church buildings that were set aside for the who shall serve as Apostles before me.”

Page 34 The Greater Light Mar./Apr. 2016 The committee appointed to carry out Spirit has been hovering over you, but be- instructions of the Lord met frequently fol- cause of contention that has been among lowing their appointment, and it was de- you; my Spirit has not come and has not cided by the until they were prepared to re- given you the light that you stood in need port on the selection of Apostles, a commit- of. But the time has come that my work tee of five should be elected to have gen- shall be established. I have chosen those eral charge of the work of the church. my servants that shall make a selection, but Just before the April conference in 1926, because of the strife that has existed among the committee met to consider problems you, I have withheld the light that should confronting them, and it was decided to come to them. recommend the following to the general Behold, if you will cease to be conten- conference: tious and try to be humble before me, I will “Moved that it is the sense of this coun- send you light. Behold, I have only chosen cil, that the manner of having first Apostles five shall occupy at this time in the quorum in the Church should be our first, main and of twelve. I have others outside this great consideration and to make it possible Church who have a work that they shall for us to focus our entire attention upon the perform, and in due time I shall choose matter of first putting the Church in order them, and they shall occupy to perform my in this way, therefore, work. Be if further resolved, that the consid- Behold, I have spoken to you in times eration of all other offices and officers be that are past. I have asked you to be hum- deferred until Apostles are properly set in ble and to keep my commandments, but their places.” you have continued to transgress my law This was adopted by the general confer- and have not hearkened unto the things I ence. It was recognized this would be folly have given you. Inasmuch as you shall be to attempt to solve other problems until the humble, the heavens shall be open and I matter of having “first Apostles” was se- will pour out my Spirit upon you that shall curely anchored through divine approval. enlighten your minds, and you shall know Following this decision, fasting and the course that you should pursue.” prayer became the rule for all. Earnest men Travailing in Birth and women, and even children, focused It is written: their attention upon this matter, and were “And there appeared a great wonder in blessed in the prayer meeting. On Friday Heaven; a woman clothed with the sun, and morning, April 9th, Elder Thomas Nerren, the moon under her feet, and upon her head of Denver, Colorado, spoke in unknown a crown of twelve stars: and she being tongue. It was beautifully delivered, carry- with child cried, travailing in birth, in ing with it conviction. After a season of pained to be delivered.” Revelation 12:1-2. prayer Elder Otto Fetting, of Port Huron, The Church of Christ of 1925-1926, in , gave the following portion of in- common with similar previous experiences, terpretation: agonized in the hours of deliverance Con- “Thus saith the Spirit to my people: Be- flicting views on vital problems could hold I have a work that you must do. My seeming not be fused into a oneness, or

Mar./Apr. 2016 The Greater Light Page 35 welded into a cohesive whole, without mind regarding one of the first two men, as heart. But God spoke and said, “Peace be to his ability along a certain line, when a still,” and there was peace. Under the fo- voice very distinctly spoke to her con- cused glow of revelation which lingered sciousness and said, “He is an Apostle.” momentarily in October 1925, a unanimity In the prayer meeting Thursday morn- of understanding prevailed as to the mean- ing, April 8th, 1926, Elder Madden, moved ing of the revealed will of God, but as soon upon by the spirit of God, spoke to Brother as this intensity languished, there was MacGregor, indicating that he would be se- borne an element of confusion which per- lected as an Apostle. sisted until this glow returned with its for- The next day, Brother J. F. Miller, of mer intensity. The iron which was thus left Holden, Missouri, furnished the following rigid and cold in 1925, could not be shaped Testimony, in writing: into the form and pattern of God. “I had the evidence that Brother Moler, The instruction of the Lord in 1926, Brother Wipper, and Brother MacGregor clarified the problems of 1925. In 1925 were called to be Apostles. This evidence two were appointed to select three. It had was given me almost half an hour before been a question as to whether or not the Brother Madden spoke in prophecy.” two were recognized as apostles by the In the night of the same day a fourteen- Lord, and thus as apostles by nomination of year-old girl had a vivid dream in which God, were to select three more who were to was a pictured to her in contrast the organic act as apostles. Now the Lord clearly de- form of two churches, one right; the other, clares: “Behold, I have chosen five that wrong. Following an angel were the peo- shall occupy at this time.” ple of the Church of Christ. The two appointed by the Lord in 1829, “And they were walking along a namely, and David Whit- straight, narrow path. In succession, right mer were directly nominated to be apostles after the angel were F. F. Wipper, Daniel they were directed to seek others, “even MacGregor and C. L. Wheaton. The rest I unto twelve.” Incidentally, lest they uncon- could not distinguish.” She said, but above sciously become involved in error, the Losd the heads of these four men I could plainly later also nominated Joseph the mouth- see the figure 12 in very large letters.” piece, as an apostle. Thus in 1926 the light On Friday morning, April 9th, 1926, of revelation persistently focused our atten- during the latter part of the prayer service, tion upon this precedent of history, and Elder Otto Fetting of Port Huron, Michi- gently but urgently pressed our reluctant gan, declared that upon the morning previ- hearts into his ways. “This is the way: ous the spirit of God had rested uon him all Walk in it.” the forenoon to the extent that it weakened Corroborating Testimony him in body, and that it was with difficulty A devout sister testified that when the that he made his way to the church. He de- revelation of 1925 was given, the convic- clared that he withheld the information be- tion fastened on her mind that Wipper, cause of the fear of criticism. It was made Moler and MacGregor should be the first known to him that Brothr Moler and three apostles. Some questions arose in her Brother Wipper were to be Apostles. They

Page 36 The Greater Light Mar./Apr. 2016 were to choose Brother MacGregor and This was adopted by te general confer- two others, making three. Later, still two ence. Following this, action was taken re- others were to be chosen, which would ferring this matter to the committee of two make five at this time. Brother Nerren tes- with instructions that this action expressed tified that Brother Fetting had presented the the sentiment of the conference. On receipt uninterrupted portion of the unknown of this information the committee retired, tongue which had been given in the early and shortly returned, submitting the follow- part of the service that morning. Thus, the ing report: To the General Conference of accumulated testimonies united to press us the Church of Christ, Greeting” into the conviction that the order to be ob- Pursuant to the instructions of last year, served was… and with the additional light offered during First, to recognize the command of God this conference in which we, as your com- authorizing apostolic authority. mittee, are instructed to select the threee to Second, that apostolic authority was by act as Apostles, we herewith submit the command of God vested in the hands of the name of Elder Dan MacGregor as one of two members of the committee appointed the three. Upon the adoption of this recom- to select other Apostles: mendation by your body, we will recon- Third, that the mouthpiece of 1925 was vene, accompanied with Elder MacGregor, evidently intended to be an Apostle, also to select the other two, as instructed. Elder and be assosciated with the committee of MacGregor was readily chosen by us at this two; time, having agreed as a committee upon Fourth, that the pattern of 1829-30, were his selection from the very beginning. David Whitmer, Oliver Cowdery and Jo- Respectfully submitted, seph Smith were indicated as apostles, to F. F. Wipper select other apostles was thus being carried H. E. Moler, out. This report was adopted by the general Completing our Work conference. One of the committee of two having so- The committee of two retired, with licited the counsel of the elders of the Elder Daniel MacGregor. Returned shortly Church of Christ in this matter, the follow- the following report was submitted: ing action was taken by the elders on Fri- To the General Conference of the day, April 9th, 1926, in the form of a rec- Church of Christ, ommendation to the general conference in Greetings: session: We, your committee, appointed by reve- “Be it resolved, that in view of the light lation and by your action, respectfully sub- received in the revelation at our last confer- mit the following as our selection to the ence, and also in view of the additional office of the twelve: light received this morning, that we recog- C. L. Wheaton nize the call of Elders H. E. Moler and F. F. Samuel Wood Wipper to the office of Apostles, and they Respectfully submitted be authorized to select two more at this H. E. Moler time.” F. F. Wipper,

Mar./Apr. 2016 The Greater Light Page 37 Committee, thing which had just transpired, was vividly Associated: portrayed to him in a spiritual dream. The Daniel MacGregor identical incident of Brother Wipper being This report was also adopted by the gen- ordained alone; of Apostle MacGregor be- eral conference. Following this, action was ing in charge, and of calling of him (Wood) taken providing for the ordination. The en- to assist; of the position of Brother Whea- tire membership present participated in the ton on his left hand and of Brother Mac- voting on this question. The vote was Gregor on his right; and of the very words unanimous. The session at which all of this of exhortation delivered to the brother be- important legislation was carried out fore his ordaination. opened with a glorious outpouring of the Seasons of refreshing were indeed at Spirit of God. hand. The following interpretation of an The opening song: “The Spirit of God unknown tongue was delivered: like a fire is burning. The Latter Day Glory “Thus saith the Spirit unto my people: I beings to come forth.” Was feeling sung have heard your prayers and I have with such zeal, rhythm and resonance, that watched over you. And behold, I have it betokened a unity of purpose with nigh manifested myself to you that have been irresistible. doubting as to My Church that I have es- The opening prayer by Elder Otto Fet- tablished. I have sent messengers in your ting was accompanied by a veritable down- midst that they might testify that My Spirit pour of heavenly showers which met with has directed. I have chosen my servants the response of many sobbing souls that shall carry the gospel to the nations of touched with the refreshing influence from the earth, and I will call others that shall on high. carry the message. And My Spirit shall be On Saturday afternoon, April 10th, in their hearts, and it shall flow from heart 1926, the following ordination of Apostles to heart as oil shall flow from vessel to ves- took place. sel. So will I establish My Church by My Daniel MacGregor ordained by Elders servants as by those that were chosen in Moler, Sheldon and Wheaton: Hirum E. times that are past. I sent My Spirit to My Moler ordained by Elders MacGregor, people then. I called my servant Joseph Wheaton and Sheldon; Samuel Wood or- Smith, but he was human...he was tempted dained by Elders Moler, MacGregor and as you are tempted. You have criticized Wheaton and Clarence L. Wheaton or- him. dained by Elders Wood, MacGregor and I have sent gifts among you and chosen Moler. these that are young in years to bear testi- Sunday morning, April 11th, 1926, the mony. My angels shall visit you from time following ordination took place: Frank F. to time. In dreams, visions and tongues Wipper ordained by Elders Wheaton, Mac- will I manifest myself that you may be able Gregor and Moler. to perform the work I have for you to do. Following this ordaination, Apostle Cease your contentions. Be united in Samuel Wood bore his testimony to the ef- prayer. May your faith become strong in fect that several months before, this very me? When you are in need, ask me, and I

Page 38 The Greater Light Mar./Apr. 2016 will give you of the rich blessings of April 11, 1926, the members of the twelve heaven. I will give you what you stand in reported that they had under advisement the need of because my hand is not shortened. selection of two additional members for the Do not unworthily criticize those who are quorum of twelve, and reported the follow- seeking for truth. Many are honest, and I ing as their selection: Elder Otto Fetting will convince them of my work. Amen” and Elder Norris Headding. Two More Apostles Chosen Members of the twelve then reported Just before the close of the morning ses- individually, describing how they met to sion on Sunday, opportunity was given for decide upon the selection, and how after the consideration of the following report repeatedly engaging in fervert prayer for and recommendation by committed of two: direction, they had received the witness of To the general conference of the Church of the Spirit of God to their selections, and Christ, Greeting: how that in both cases their selections were We, your committee, appointed by reve- unanimous. Others solemnly testified of lation and by your action to select the their evidences of divine approval in the Apostles, beg leave to report that we have selection made. completed our work as per your instruc- The selections were then acted upon tions and as directed by the Lord. separately, and ordinations were provided As per instructions indicated and re- before by the unanimous vote of the confer- ceived, both at this conference and the con- ence. Elder Otto Fetting being present was ference of last year, we feel that our work ordained at once to the office of Apostle, H. has terminated with the selections directly E. Moler, Daniel MacGregor, C. L. Whea- indicated by the Lord, creates a body of ton and F. F. Wipper, the first being the five members of the quorum of twelve. mouthpiece. We are aware that manifestations of the Elder Norris Headding not being pres- Spirit indicate that two more members of sent at this time, his ordination was left in the quorum of twelve are to be selected in the hands of the quorum of twelve. order that a working majority might be se- As in Days of Old cured. Thus the Church of Christ has been es- We suggest that the Twelve be author- tablished “ Like unto the Church which ized by you to take this matter under ad- was taught by my disciples in the Days of visement, and to report to you as soon as Old.” possible. Setting seal to the action of the confer- Very respectfully submitted, ence is the following prophecy delivered H. E. Moler during the general conference: F. F. Whipper, “I am the Lord. I am your God. I Committee change not. I have looked down upon you This report and recommendation was in mercy according to my good will and adopted by the general conference, and re- pleasure. I have preserved my people here, ferred to the members of the quorum of and have seen their bleeding hearts; and I twelve for action. will be with you even unto the end. At the afternoon session on Sunday, I have called these men to be My Apos-

Mar./Apr. 2016 The Greater Light Page 39 tles to start my work to move forward. Donald Thompson, Gary Doudy, Scott Have no fear, but be humble and faithful. Lyles. Bishops: Reese Johnson, Matthew By their fruits you will be able to determine Thompson, Brad K. Evans, Kent Johnson, whether they be my servants. Darren Bellamy, Jim Naslund, and B. J. I will give them a greater endowment of Ray. Elders and Evangelists: Laurence my Spirit for the accomplishment of my Thomas Jones, Gary Roundtree, William work, even to the raising of the dead. The Holden, and Brian Ramey. Elders: Tim greater endowment shall come to servants, Gosier, Kory Johnson, Colton Greenwell, and the angels shall go before them to open Chris Laws, Jeremy Laws and Jacob Wil- the way. liam Ray. The time soon shall come that my tem- On August 3, 2009 I (Jairus Yates) was ple shall be built, and I will come into it. ordained to the office of an Apostle, having And if my people will purify themselves many witnesses. The Lord spoke to the even as I am pure, they shall behold Me quorum of Apostles giving them witness. and receive the greater endowment. Do not In Mathew 16:18 it tells us the rock of let malice and hatred enter among you. revelation is the foundation of the church. Seek Me and I will give you My blessings. And the gates of Hell will not stand against Your sick shall be healed, and I shall give it. you power to do miracles.” The Lord says in Message 1:1 “Don’t The Lord is extending the saints’ under- change the Articles of Faith and Practice, standing-- because the Lord inspired the men that Restoring their judges and all as at wrote them. See to it that they are not first; changed.” Articles of Faith and Practice, v. The knowledge and power of God are 3 “We believe in the Holy Ghost, the Spirit expanding. of Truth, the Comforter, which searcheth The veil o’er the earth in beginning to the deep things of God, brings to our minds burst.” things which are past, reveals things to F. F. Wipper come, and is the medium by which we re- The Word ceive the revelation of Jesus Christ.” V. 10 The Lord gave his stamp of approval in “We believe in the principle of continuous Message 5:2 to these ordinations that came revelation; that the canon of scripture is not by the Spirit of Revelation, by tongues, by full, that God inspires men in every age and prophecy and by dreams. Message 5:2 among all people, and that He speaks when, “Again in 1926, you, with your brethren, where, and through whom He may were set apart as members of the twelve, to choose.” represent Christ and his Church, with the Record of the Nephites, Book of Jacob same authority as the apostles of old…” chapter 1 verse 6, “And we also had many Since 1926 the Lord has continued to revelations, and the Spirit of much proph- speak by the Spirit of revelation. On Tues- ecy; wherefore, we knew of Christ and his day, February 18, 2003 the Lord spoke to kingdom, which should come.” Book of Mervyn Johnson an Apostle, and called Alma5:46 “ Behold, I say unto you, They these men into the priesthood: Twelve: are made known unto me by the Holy Spirit

Page 40 The Greater Light Jan./Feb. 2016 of God. Behold, I have fasted and prayed Spring reminds me of the new life, the many days, that I might know these things everlasting life we can have through Jesus of myself. And now I do know of myself Christ! As we celebrate Easter, it makes that they are true; for the Lord God hath me so sad to think that anyone could have made them manifest unto me by his Holy been so cruel to take the life of our dear Je- Spirit; and this is the Spirit of revelation sus. We must remember that it was part of which is in me.” God’s “big plan”. The foundation of the church is not a John 3:16 “For God so loved the world church paper...or a church building; it is that He gave His only begotten Son, that the Spirit of Revelation, and the gates of whosoever believeth in him should not per- hell shall not prevail against it. ish, but have everlasting life.” Jesus died In Gospel Bonds for our sins so we could all be forgiven Jairus Yates through belief in Him and be able to have eternal life with God. Then Jesus arose from the dead. He was resurrected -- alive again. Junior Department As a child you are part of the great Editor: Thresa Ray Missouri Kingdom of God. As you grow older you learn right from wrong. You are also faced with more temptations to do wrong. You Dear Youth, must try your best to serve God, to study I have something that God’s words and to live the best life you goes very well with last can. You are responsible for your actions. month’s study. It is: One day you will feel in your heart that THINK before you it is time to be baptized -- just as scripture speak: commands, just as Jesus was. Matthew T -- Is it true? 28:19 (Jesus is speaking) Go ye therefore, H -- Is it helpful? and teach all nations, baptizing them in the I -- Is it inspiring? name of the Father, and of the Son, and of N -- Is it necessary? the Holy Ghost.” K -- Is it kind? Mark 16:16 (Jesus is speaking) “He that This fits right in with the scriptures we believeth not shall be damned.” studied. So always think about what you Acts 2:38 “And Peter said unto them, say before you regret what you said. ‘Repent, and be baptized every one of you I hope you are enjoying this beautiful in the name of Jesus Christ for the remis- springtime weather. Spring is my favorite sion of sins, and ye shall receive the gift of time of the year. There is new life all the Holy Ghost.” around us: the grass is turning green, trees Message 94:5 “I am at the helm, for I are budding, flowers are blooming, and bring the Gospel of the Kingdom to awaken baby animals are frolicking about in the and Light the Way. All that come this Way, fields with their mothers. Everything is ex- repenting of evil ways and the traditions of quisite -- and God made it all! the world must be humble and be baptized

Jan./Feb. 2016 The Greater Light Page 41 in water in the authority I bring, for the re- Revelations 20:13 “And the sea gave up mission of their sins through the atoning the dead which were in it; and death and blood of Christ Jesus.” hell delivered up the dead which were in John the Baptist brings the authority them; and they were judged every man ac- from God. He baptized Jesus in His day and cording to their works.” is telling us to be baptized in the authority II Corinthians 5:10 “For we must all ap- he brings today. pear before the judgment seat of Christ: In The Record of the Nephites III Nephi that every one may receive the things done 11:38 (Jesus is speaking) “And again I say in his body, according to that he hath done unto you, Ye must repent, and be baptized in whether it be good or bad.” my name, and become as a little child, or ye Revelation 22:12 “(Jesus is speaking) can in no wise inherit the kingdom of God.” “And, behold, I come quickly; and my re- If you are truly sorry for any wrong you ward is with me, to give every man accord- may have done, God will forgive you. ing as his work shall be.” When you are baptized you will be clean Message 102:11 “Knowledge cometh again, clean in the spirit as a newborn baby. from study of the Books and Grace from You will once again be part of the great much prayer, Salvation by obedience, De- Kingdom of God. liverance by endurance.” We can only be saved through belief in Revelation 2:10 “(Jesus is speaking) Jesus Christ -- but there is more to it than “...Be thou faithful unto death and I will just that. You must endure to the end. You give you a crown of life.” Your good life must daily try to do God’s will, obeying of believing, obeying, and serving God is God’s commandments -- because in the end what will give you eternal life as Jesus time you will be judged according to your promised. Even if your body dies -- your works. soul will always be with God. That is why, Message 84:2 (John the Baptist is speak- when springtime is here and I see the ing) “I am the servant of the Lord. I am he beauty of all the new life, it makes me so to prepare te Way. I give the Word in due joyful to think of the wonderful gift God season. I speak in the Spirit and Power of offers each of us -- everlasting life if we ac- God, of the Elias, the Assured way, a Foun- cept Jesus as our Savior and follow in His tain of Truth. I am clothed with Light for a footsteps. covering. The works I speak are eternal May you have a very blessed Easter. words. I speak the words of Christ, the Liv- Love in Christ, Sister Thresa Ray ing God. His Words shall judge you in the last day. Shape your lives by the words I bring and it will be well with you. This is the Assured Way of the Lord.” Primary Department Editor: Joy Ellen Draves Record of the Nephites Alma 34:32 “ For Missouri behold, this life is the time for men to pre- pare to meet God; yea, behold the day of this life is the day for men to perform their What Does Easter Mean? labors.”

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Read: Matthew 27:33-38; chp. 28:1-11 Death could not hold you in the grave But you rose victoriously. It would be good to read all of chp. 27 if you have time to do so. It speaks of Jesus’ trial, ridicule and abusive Letter treatment from the soldiers. Ola Dawn Thompson Missouri

Jesus had to die and shed His blood, so we could be Greetings: brought back into a relationship with Him. The Church of Christ He was the final sacrifice. It is by Jesus' with the Elijah Message blood our sins have been washed away. Assured Way of the Lord, Then through His resurrection (coming Inc. wish to announce our back to life), we too can be risen to new life General Assembly will be in Him. When we come to the Lord, we are June 26th, 27th and 28th at the Corner Stone new creations. We have Jesus' resurrected Community of Christ Church, 1326 S. life in us. Osage St., Independence, Missouri/ Ser- vices start at 2 p.m. You may attend morn- Easter isn’t at all about bunnies and eggs, ing service at the Independence Local at though these things are nice to have at 10:15 a.m. Easter time. I’ve heard it said that the We all hope everyone can attend and Easter egg represents new life – as a you will be able to clear your calendar for chicken hatches from an egg. It is okay to the above dates. enjoy chocolate bunnies and eggs at Easter I am looking forward to this. I feel so time, but let us not forget the real meaning deeply that God’s Spirit will be meeting of Easter: Jesus' love for all of us and His with use in such a more deeper way than be- willingness to do anything for us. fore. It is nothing I know, just a deep feel- ing and what I am seeing here and there. * * * When I pray about this Assembly, it is such a more deeper peace within then ever Jesus said unto her, I am the resurrection, before. So I know God wants to bless us as and the life: he that believeth in me, though a Church family, and I am sure going to he were dead, yet shall live. keep preparing for this assembly. God so often tells us to come together in worship And whosoever liveth and believeth in me and Spirit and Pray mightily before him. I shall never die. Believest thou this? have started a few mouths back to do just - John 11: 25-26 this. For I desire to receive all God has for us Spiritually, and I am so hoping our young Jesus I thank you that you died people will receive a deep and meaningful Your spilled blood was for me commitment to our Lord and his Bride (Church). I hope they leave knowing they

Mar./Apr. 2016 The Greater Light Page 43 have received healing of heart, mind and soul. This must come and Pentecost must 2016 General Assembly come (true worshiping in the Spirit and in Schedule Truth). Looking only to God during this (Tentative) time, freeing ourselves from gossip, ill feel- ings, hurt feelings, pointing fingers, worry of any kind, or even concern how others Sunday, June 26, 2016 see us, but coming prepared to receive a 2:00 p.m. Opening Service blessing far more beautiful than ever ex- Opening Remarks: Apostle Jairus Yates pected and looking only to the Lord Jesus Speaking: Apostle Richard Johnson Christ. We need to rid ourselves of our be- sieging sins and mans’ ways, having the 3:30 p.m. Sacrament, Prayer & Testimony power given to us to cast Satan from our Apostle Donald Thompson thoughts or even human thoughts that Bishop Matthew Thompson brings down the body of Christ. We should not worry about who said 7:00 p.m. Preaching Service what or done what, but freeing our minds Introduction: Apostle Richard Johnson from any ill thoughts (past or present) for- Speaking: Apostle Jairus Yates giving no matter what comes or goes but lifting our Lord and Savior up in much Praise and Honor and love that we are able to receive the blessings God so desires to Monday, June 27, 2016 pour out upon us. 10:30 Priesthood Meeting I hunger after righteousness sake and I General Church Bishopric by Apostles am looking forward to continuing to be Richard Johnson and Jairus Yates feed from our Lord’s table of righteousness Bishop Reece Johnson of Spirit and Truth. I declare unto my Lord that this Assem- 1:00 p.m Bishopric Study bly my mind, soul and body will be only Apostles Richard Johnson and Jairus Yates upon His Spirit and Truth and I will rid Bishop Reece Johnson even more of self and allow the Spirit of God to overflow within me in every way 2:00 p.m. Preaching Service that my Lord sees me fit to serve him. Introduction: Apostle Donald Thompson So let us come prepared to receive and Speaking: Apostle Michael Greenwell our hearts and mind set upon th things of God and to allow God to bless us according 3:00 p.m. Apostles Michael Greenwell and to His will. I love each and every one of Jairus Yates you and till we met again, let us pray for one another. God bless His Church as we 7:00 Preaching Service prepare for greater infilling of God’s Holy Introduction: Apostle Richard Johnson divine Spirit. Speaking: Apostle Eddie Lee Love Ola Dawn Thompson Speaking: Apostle Eddie Lee

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1:00 p.m Tithing Study Chronology Apostles Michael Greenwell & Jairus Yates theNephites The RecordThe of

2:00 p.m Preaching Service Introduction: Apostle Richard Johnson Speaking: Elder Richard Sega

3:00 p.m Preaching Service Introduction: Bishop Matthew Thompson Speaking: Apostle Donald Thompson

4:00 p.m Prayer and Testimony Service Apostle Eddie Lee & Zachery Greenwell

7:00 p.m. Preaching Service Introduction: Apostle Richard Johnson Speaking: Bishop Reece Johnson

8:00 p.m. Closing Assembly & Sacrament Apostles Richard Johnson & Donald Thompson Bishop Reece Johnson

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The Record of the Nephites Chronology The chronology of the Jaredites are almost twice than that of the Nephites.