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He was ordained as president of seventy at the 1988 World Conference and as an apostle at the 1992 World Conference. The Prophet learned about Satan through the Bible translation and the Lord made that information directly relevant to the latter-day Church in D&C 29. All rights reserved. It affirms my belief in what Steve taught me so many years ago. One of their apostles is a Polynesian female. This interview is absolutely mind blowing. The President of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is God’s prophet on earth today. There are no sealing ordinances performed in the Temple. Salt of the earth people! One of his counselors in the First Presidency is female. One of the CofC apostles is a man from Zimbabwe. Your email address will not be published. Community of Christ is headquartered in Independence Missouri. His past assignments include missionary and administrative work in the Southern USA Mission Field; the Africa/East Central Field; the Ontario, South Central, and East Central Regions; apostle for SPECTACULAR; Outreach Ministries commissioner; the North Central Region; Advanced Leadership Studies at International Headquarters; and African American Ministries. After cleaning up it’s a beautiful idea, it doesn’t exclude reincarnation, and gives way for beautiful ideas to sustain a positive self image and our relationship with our eternal spiritual self, life and others. Born in Tennessee, he received a bachelor of science in biology from the University of Tennessee, and a master of arts in religion from Park College, Parkville, Missouri. I’m not ready giving it up, even though I’m changing it for myself: kicking out the dirt that happened to have gotten into it, as the terrible ideas about our beloved black brothers and sisters and the lies that sustain polygamy. Is this something you allow/encourage? Community of Christ is the new name of what was formerly known as the Reorganized Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. It means very, very much for me ! We practice Common Consent and so we are able to vote on when or when not to include new words from the prophet in our Doctrine and Covenants as sacred scripture, and many other policies/doctrines that would be binding on the church at large, such as accepting believer’s baptisms performed in other denominations. He distills the fruit of a lifetime of study into one masterful volume. We have also moved away from the “storehouse” concept and signing over our property and surplus to the church. His early demise left the fledgling church with a political power struggle. And not only all of the above, but he says that honest, open inquiry and study of all available sources of information and history is fully encouraged, and a wide variety of conclusions about Joseph Smith, Golden Plates, historicity of the cartoons, etc., is all tolerated. The list of denominations in the Latter Day Saint movement includes: . Their head office moved several times and finally settled in Independence MO in 1920. According to his bio: Stephen M. Veazey is … 11:13, 20. d. He would be baptized by the messenger-prophet beyond Jordan near Bethabara; the prophet would testify of him, and the Holy Ghost would descend on him as a dove. 156:5a “…shall be dedicated to the pursuit of peace. And it’s OK to believe that the BofM is fiction and the Golden Plates never existed. On occasion, prophets may be inspired to foretell the future for the benefit of mankind. Doctrine and Covenants is a compilation of the open canon of scripture received or submitted by prophet-presidents and other leaders throughout the history of the restoration movement and during the establishment and growth of Community of Christ from 1820 through 2016. 2) interviewee responds that we try to be moderate. He is the eighth president of the church and the second who is not a direct descendant of church founder Joseph Smith Jr. It summarizes the vibe I get from CoC. The prosperity focus of Mormonism vs. the grace and love of Community of Christ. That dispersal of those who did not follow Brigham remained until April 6, 1860, when Joseph’s son, Joseph Smith III, became the president-prophet of the dispersed Saints and brought them back together. If ever there was a man called by God, it is Seve Veasey. In this three-part series I interview Community of Christ Prophet-President Stephen M. Veazey. Pres. I see the possibility to comment are closing … I still want to share my great gratitude for this Pearl of Great Price you gave us, John ! Thanks for your question. As a life-long member of the RLDS/Community of Christ church, I can say that 1) the church does not practice and has not since the time of the Reorganization (April 6, 1860) practiced baptizing the dead; 2) members do not wear special garments, as that is not part of the CofC doctrine; 3) the Temple is open to everyone to enter. 1 Ne. Their leadership seems to fully embrace the teachings and compassion of Jesus extended unconditionally to everyone, regardless of genitalia or attraction proclivities. (see Fig. Would that include most of what he taught in Nauvoo? Credit: Courtesy Community of Christ Library-Archives, Licensed to Joseph Smith Papers Project. So the church body could vote against any revelation or teaching put forth by the prophet that would be binding on the church. Thank you. His primary responsibility, however, is to bear witness of Christ. Current status : The Community of Christ was formerly known as the Reorganized Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints -- the " RLDS Church ". This is a very important inspirational vision for me Joseph Smith gave us. I deeply appreciate the insight into CoC. And this second beast looks like a lamb but speaks as a dragon, meaning he is deceptive. I suppose in one sense you could say many of Joseph’s Nauvoo teachings were rejected. We also move away from the storehouse concept and signing over our property and surplus to the church. Since I wasn’t 100% certain which teachings came during the pre-Nauvoo and Nauvoo, I had to check with a friend (Blake) who just finished reading a new 2-volume history of the RLDS/CofC. A part of the foundation of the church were prophets - Ephesians 2:19-20 B. Not only all of the above, but Stephen Veazey actually believes the most important thing his church can do is practice the teachings of Jesus Christ above all other considerations. No. I had the pleasure and honor of having Steve as a teacher/mentoring influence. Community of Christ has 250,000 members in more than 60 nations. Community of Christ is the new name of what was formerly known as the Reorganized Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. Create ministry partnerships with… seventies, high priests, evangelists, bishops, and mission center officers. He fulfills the role of the False Prophet in Matthew 24: 5, "For many shall come in my name, saying I am Christ; and shall deceive many." 31:4–8. b. Christ would come out of Egypt. Linda thank you for expressing your position because it summarizes what I was thinking perfectly. I want to take clips from the video to share on Facebook. One excerpt: “We…believe that the diversity that is evident in creation is a reflection of God’s nature. I am 2/3 through watching John Dehlin’s interview of Stephen Veazey. Veazy didn’t wear a tie and he sat comfortable and talked freely/unformal. Your email address will not be published. Wow! = Ordination of Women: Not sure of the date, but women were given full equality with men decades ago. He voiced support for continuing to explore church online The temple was built by the Community of Christ in response to a revelation presented at their 1984 World Conference by church prophet-president Wallace B. Smith. I think they have the capacity, but would probably see it as a sign of weakness. Please don’t hate me, but these interviews felt to me to follow this pattern: 1) interviewer claims “our” church is extreme, and asks is your church more moderate? Stephen M. Veazey is president of Community of Christ. This article lists the Prophet-Presidents of the Community of Christ. Oh well…. I guess you could say, in one sense, that we did reject some of Joseph’s teachings from the Nauvoo period. Veasey shows it can be done, which leaves LDS leaders with no excuses. Thanks for your question. If the the oft quoted proverb “By your fruits ye shall know them” has any validity, then what this church has become over time testifies to their humanity and Christianity. He is a preacher of righteousness. Currently this painting is in the hands of the Community of Christ Church (formerly the Reorganized Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints). All RLDS/Community of Christ doctrine is based on the assumption that God’s revelation to Joseph Smith, saying that all other churches were wrong, made the original LDS the only true church before the falling away of Joseph Smith. It has been proven time after time the LDS General Authorities…well any LDS leadership for that matter, are quick to punish their congregation, while the CofC is understanding and more Christ like blaming the nature of man for short comings. Joseph Fielding Smith whom was an LDS Apostle for 60 years later became the tenth prophet of the Church said this about the Reorganized Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints (RLDS). Cultural Context Preceding the Book of Mormon. Now if only there were a CoC congregation meeting regularly in Anchorage Alaska where we live, and if only my TBM husband could become convinced that Joseph Smith III was the rightful successor instead of Brigham Young, then we might actually have an opportunity to share the same religion again. Excommunication (which means ex-communion – no sacrament for you for now) is rare, and ‘expulsion’ from membership is only for murderers and repeat adulterers. The congregation with Community of Christ Church in Sarnia celebrated 100 years in the community Saturday with an open house and a visit from the international faith's president. After decades of watching LDS leaders spin and excuse and prevaricate, I was totally unprepared to watch a Mormon-tradition religious leader answer hard questions candidly and directly without showing evidence of carefully rehearsed dodging. Prior to his ordination on June 3, 2005, he served as a member of the Council of Twelve Apostles, the leading missionary quorum of Community of Christ. Veazy, the focus and approach of the Community of Christ, its efforts to be transparent and inclusive. Veazey urges congregations not to open too early and being physically present in church is NOT a test of faith. This helped me to see a distance between the LDS Brethren, Pres. Prophet–Presidents and Presidents of the Community of Christ including all Presidents of its institutional predecessor, the Reorganized Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. 156:5c By its ministries an attitude of wholeness of body, mind, and spirit as a desirable end toward which to strive will be fostered. Particularly minister with... World Church leaders, priesthood, members, affiliates, and partner organizations to promote Christ's mission. Veazey, you strike me as a wonderful representative for your faith. So members and nonmembers of the Church are welcome to enter all parts of the Temple as we understand it to be a House of God for all peoples and a place of preparation, worship and healing; 5) historically the RLDS/CofC church taught the three glories (Celestial, Terrestrial, and Telestial). ( John 13:34). The solution for many gay Mormons and oppressed female Mormons is now dirt simple: You get to keep the Joseph’s Mythology you’re not ready throw under the bus yet, PLUS you solve ALL of the annoying, insulting problems that The Brethren hold dear with no sign of relenting … like the following: = Discrimination against Blacks: RLDS figured that out after the Civil War. They were organized on 1860-APR-6 in Amboy, IL. Geeze! Thank you, John and Steve, for a most enjoyable podcast. It broke down the wall of prejudice I was experiencing and I was able to listen without problems. 11:27; 2 Ne. For a closer look at the history and beliefs of the Community of Christ, click here. I would have really liked to have grown up in the version of the gospel. Any chance to get a printable copy of this interview with Stephen Veasey? Too bad I didn’t seriously consider it as a youth. It is clear in the Bible/BofM that adultery is a sin, but what about all of the other sins listed too? Be well. The purpose of the Temple, as articulated in our Doctrine and Covenants section 156:5e And it shall be a place in which the essential meaning of the Restoration as healing and redeeming agent is given new life and understanding, inspired by the life and witness of the Redeemer of the world. As with this Familypedia wiki, the content of Wikipedia is available under the Creative Commons License. It shall be for reconciliation and for healing of the spirit. 156:5b It shall also be for a strengthening of faith and preparation for witness. Hosea. I was a devoted Latter Day Saint in those days and entirely obnoxious about the LDS claim to truth—-Steve and wife Cathy simply had nothing but love and patience for me. The included persons have served as President of the organization. After Joseph’s martyrdom many of the Saints dispersed throughout the surrounding states, with Brigham taking the LDS out to Utah. I see it lacking in mine. Stephen Veazey hopes a future prophet-president will be female or Black. This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. This is a very interesting interview as it is completely different than the LDS General Authorities. (Used by permission, Library-Archives, Community of Christ.) Thank you, John, for arranging the interview, and thanks to Stephen for being willing to speak so openly about the issues. Nephi. Listening to this interview has brought a renewed sense of lightness to my soul: the fact that the same foundation could give rise to two very different churches – one proclaiming a prosperity gospel and the other a message of compassion and grace – gives me hope for the future. Thank you both so much for this glorious interview ! Especially proclaim and promote... God's vision for creation and the church's mission throughout the world. It healed my soul to hear of other people who could take the same events and writings and be so intelligent and loving in how they implemented them in their lives and used them to bring them closer to God. Community of Christ International Headquarters is located in Independence, Missouri. The revelation was the culmination of instructions shared over the course of more than 150 years by prior prophet-presidents recognized by the Community of Christ. He finally consented to become a prophet and on April 6, 1860 the Reorganized Christ of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints was born. Of course, the best solution is to just get it done and throw JS under the bus and back over him a few times before leaving him behind as road kill, but if you need a half-way house on the way out of Mormonism, the Community of Christ looks ideal. In this three-part series I interview Community of Christ Prophet-President Stephen M. Veazey. http://mormonstories.wpengine.com/stephen-m-veazey-prophet-president-of-community-of-christ-formerly-rlds-church/. This list gives 15 ways in … Jesus Christ said: A new commandment I give unto you, That ye love one another; as I have loved you, that ye also love one another. As a longtime friend of the Veazey family, I can vouch for their genuine kindness and devotion to the ministry of Christ. In 1844, Joseph Smith, prophet and seer and revelator of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, met an untimely death when he was killed in a gun battle at Carthage Jail in Carthage, Illinois (History of the Church 7:101-103). You can even toss out verses from the BofM you don’t like, cursing the Lamanites with dark skin, for example. The organization is now known (since April 2001) as the Community of Christ in order to separate themselves from the Mormons. In his work, The Christ of the Prophets (P&R, 2004), O. Palmer Robertson provides an invaluable guide to the prophetic books. To serve God is to serve others and is the greatest form of charity: the pure love of Christ. Text: Jeremiah 23:9-40 I. As Stephen M. Veazey, current president of the church states, "Community of Christ is a church that provides light for the way as well as space for the personal faith j… I have a question. Manuscript page from Joseph Smith's New Translation. But what I found most interesting this there is still discipline in the CofC for second offence adultery and a few other sins. In the video link below, Community of Christ Prophet-President Stephen M. Veazey speaks about the importance of diversity in Community of Christ leadership. Hi Mark. The church’s mission is to “proclaim Jesus Christ and promote communities of joy, hope, love, and peace. A prophet denounces sin and foretells its consequences. Steve was an executive minister to the Fremont Congregation in California, and was in charge of a missionary development project for the San Francisco Bay Stake. Promote justice and peacemaking by… building an international community of congregations as a global witness of Christ's peace. Promote community by… promoting holistic "signal communities" of Christ's peace throughout the world. Thank you for your comments and questions, Beth. The Community of Christ was formerly (1872–2001) known as the Reorganized Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints (RLDS). All LDS problems solved! Lehi, Nephi. I’d certainly consider joining the CoC if my husband would, especially after hearing this (Thank you Dr. John and Prophet-President Steve). :o), However, CofC perfectly fits in my idea of Plan of Salvation, time and insight will tell how it will come together. Robertson divides his work into fourteen chapters. 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