4.7K views · 320 reactions | The Melchizedek Priesthood was restored at the beginning of the Restoration, when Joseph Smith and Oliver Cowdery were ordained by Peter, James, and John. In April 2020 general conference President Dallin H. Oaks explained how the priesthood allows our family relationships to continue for eternity. | Joseph Smith, The Prophet | Facebook

PRIESTHOOD DEEP DIVE PART 2: Priesthood Ordination and Offices Main takeaways: -Worthy men are ordained to a specific priesthood (Aaronic or Melchizedek) and an office within that priesthood -The Aaronic priesthood has the offices of deacon, teacher, and priest. The Bishop of a ward oversees the usage of the Aaronic priesthood within the ward. -The Melchizedek priesthood has the offices of elder and high priest. The stake president oversees the usage of the Melchizedek priesthood within the stak

202K views · 10K reactions | Tonight we announce a significant restructuring of our Melchizedek Priesthood quorums to accomplish the work of the Lord more effectively. In each ward, the high priests and the elders will now be combined into one elders quorum. This adjustment will greatly enhance the capacity and ability of men who bear the priesthood to serve others. | Russell M. Nelson | Facebook