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It was originally called the Female Relief Society of Nauvoo, and Emma Hale Smith, the wife of Joseph Smith, was selected as its first president. The Relief Society was organized in March 1842 by the Prophet Joseph Smith. The First Presidency stated, “We testify that the Lord has restored the fulness of the gospel through the Prophet Joseph Smith and that Relief Society is an important part of that restoration” (Daughters in My Kingdom, ix). These ministering, leadership, and teaching opportunities strengthen women in their efforts to become disciples of Jesus Christ. Sisters also increase their self-reliance, enlarge their talents, expand their knowledge, strengthen families, and reach out to those in need. Through Relief Society, sisters “receive a vision and assurance of their identity as daughters of God” with lives of purpose and direction (Daughters in My Kingdom: The History and Work of Relief Society , 171). Īll adult women in the Church are members of Relief Society. Its purpose is to help prepare women for the blessings of eternal life as they increase faith in Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ and His Atonement strengthen individuals, families, and homes through ordinances and covenants and work in unity to help those in need. Relief Society is the women’s organization of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

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