2/5/19

PRIESTHOOD ORIENTATION STUDIES


by Alfred H. Yale

Priesthood Orientation Studies was designed to meet the need for studies to acquaint those called to the priesthood with the areas of ministry in which they may serve, and to inform them of their general duties, responsibilities, and privileges.

Contents:

I. BECOMING ACQUAINTED WITH PRIESTHOOD

The Meaning, Purpose, and History of Priesthood
The Offices of Priesthood
Form of Organization

II. THE DUTIES AND PRIVILEGES OF PRIESTHOOD OFFICE

The Elder
The Priest
The Teacher
The Deacon

III. INTRODUCTION TO THE SCRIPTURES

The Bible
The Book of Mormon
The Doctrine and Covenants

IV. INTRODUCTION TO RESTORATION HISTORY

Important Events in Church History
An Outline of Restoration History
Approach to History
Soil of the Restoration
The Restoration
The New Jerusalem
Nauvoo.
Disorganization
Reorganization
Return to Zion
Growth of the Church

V. FUNDAMENTAL DOCTRINE

The Nature of God and of Man
Atonement; Rewards
Gospel Principles; The Church

VI. THE BASIC LAW OF STEWARDSHIP

VII. CHURCH ADMINISTRATION

Administrative Procedures
Judicial Procedures
Local Organization and Administration

VIII. MAJOR AREAS OF CHURCH ACTION

IX. FINANCING THE MINISTRIES OF THE CHURCH. Half price through December 31, 2020.