LDS Church History Study

The history of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is inseparable from its doctrine. The Restoration did not happen in a vacuum - it unfolded through specific people, places, and events that shaped both the theology and the culture of the Church. Understanding that history helps members make sense of where the Church is today and strengthens testimony in its divine origins. LDS Sunday School helps you understand any period of Church history with context and clarity.

Key Principles

• ✓The Restoration began with the First Vision in 1820 and continued through successive revelations
• ✓Kirtland, Missouri, and Nauvoo represent the formative years of the early Church
• ✓The pioneer exodus to Utah in 1847 is one of the defining events of Latter-day Saint identity
• ✓The Manifesto of 1890 ended the practice of plural marriage and marked a new era for the Church
• ✓The Church has grown from a handful of members to over seventeen million worldwide