All High confidence Verified

- **Miracles, Angels, and Priesthood Power** — Shayne M. Bowen (April 2024) · Reference
  When our Savior, Jesus Christ, was on the earth, He gave priesthood keys to His chief Apostle, Peter.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2024/04/31bowen?lang=eng&id=p2#p2

- **Rejoice in the Gift of Priesthood Keys** — Russell M. Nelson (April 2024) · Reference
  It is important to note that prior to the organization of the Church, heavenly messengers had conferred the Aaronic and Melchizedek Priesthoods upon the Prophet Joseph and had given him keys of both priesthoods.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2024/04/57nelson?lang=eng&id=p14#p14

- **We Talk of Christ** — Neil L. Andersen (October 2020) · Reference
  Nothing lifts my desire to speak of Christ more than visualizing His return.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2020/10/45andersen?lang=eng&id=p24#p24

- **Covenant Belonging** — Gerrit W. Gong (October 2019) · Reference
  Restored priesthood authority and power to bless all His children is a third dimension of covenant belonging.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2019/10/41gong?lang=eng&id=p15#p15

- **Power in the Priesthood** — Neil L. Andersen (October 2013) · Reference
  We know that from the beginning the Lord established how His priesthood would be administered.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2013/10/power-in-the-priesthood?lang=eng&id=p17#p17

- **The Magnificent Aaronic Priesthood** — David L. Beck (April 2010) · Alludes to
  During the past year I have been on a journey that has forever changed the way I view you and the Aaronic Priesthood.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2010/04/the-magnificent-aaronic-priesthood?lang=eng&id=p19#p19

- **Act in All Diligence** — Henry B. Eyring (April 2010) · Reference
  John knew that the priesthood of Aaron “holds the keys of the ministering of angels, and of the gospel of repentance, and of baptism by immersion for the remission of sins” when the Lord sent him to ordain Joseph Smith and Oliver Cowdery on May 15, 1829.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2010/04/act-in-all-diligence?lang=eng&id=p13#p13

- **Revealed Quorum Principles** — Michael A. Neider (April 2009) · Alludes to
  My young brethren and sisters, you are powerful tools in the Savior’s hands, and He can use you to bring the blessings of the gospel to others.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2009/04/revealed-quorum-principles?lang=eng&id=p21#p21

- **Counsel to Young Men** — Boyd K. Packer (April 2009) · Reference
  The Aaronic Priesthood you hold was restored by an angelic messenger.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2009/04/counsel-to-young-men?lang=eng&id=p4#p4

- **God Loves and Helps All of His Children** — Keith B. McMullin (October 2008) · Reference
  In the face of some needs, we turn to a form of prayer available only under the hands of those authorized to minister for God.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2008/10/god-loves-and-helps-all-of-his-children?lang=eng&id=p15#p15

- **Celestial Marriage** — Russell M. Nelson (October 2008) · Reference
  To make this goal possible, our Heavenly Father has restored priesthood keys in this dispensation so that essential ordinances in His plan can be performed by proper authority.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2008/10/celestial-marriage?lang=eng&id=p11#p11

- **“Mom, Are We Christians?”** — Gary J. Coleman (April 2007) · Reference
  Another restored truth of the gospel I became acquainted with was the restoration of priesthood authority, or the power to act in God’s name.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2007/04/mom-are-we-christians?lang=eng&id=p12#p12

- **Moving Closer to Him** — Craig A. Cardon (October 2006) · Reference
  In 1829 John the Baptist restored the Aaronic Priesthood, followed shortly thereafter by Peter, James, and John restoring the Melchizedek Priesthood.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2006/10/moving-closer-to-him?lang=eng&id=p7#p7

- **Preparations for the Restoration and the Second Coming: “My Hand Shall Be over Thee”** — Robert D. Hales (October 2005) · Reference
  While translating, Joseph Smith and his scribe Oliver Cowdery read about baptism.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2005/10/preparations-for-the-restoration-and-the-second-coming-my-hand-shall-be-over-thee?lang=eng&id=p21#p21

- **Receiving a Testimony of the Restored Gospel of Jesus Christ** — Robert D. Hales (October 2003) · Reference
  As Joseph and Oliver knelt before John, he laid his hands on their heads and conferred the Aaronic Priesthood upon them.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2003/10/receiving-a-testimony-of-the-restored-gospel-of-jesus-christ?lang=eng&id=p24#p24

- **Priesthood, Keys, and the Power to Bless** — Merrill J. Bateman (October 2003) · Reference
  One of the remarkable evidences of the Restoration is the testimony of Joseph Smith and Oliver Cowdery regarding the manner in which the priesthood and its directing powers were returned to earth.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2003/10/priesthood-keys-and-the-power-to-bless?lang=eng&id=p3#p3

- **To Men of the Priesthood** — Gordon B. Hinckley (October 2002) · Alludes to
  Never lose sight of the fact that you hold the priesthood of God.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2002/10/to-men-of-the-priesthood?lang=eng&id=p45#p45

- **The Cloven Tongues of Fire** — Boyd K. Packer (April 2000) · Reference
  John the Baptist restored “the Priesthood of Aaron, which holds the keys of the ministering of angels, and of the gospel of repentance, and of baptism by immersion for the remission of sins.”
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2000/04/the-cloven-tongues-of-fire?lang=eng&id=p46#p46

- **The Keys That Never Rust** — James E. Faust (October 1994) · Reference
  Why are these spiritual keys so important?
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1994/10/the-keys-that-never-rust?lang=eng&id=p17#p17

- **The Temple, the Priesthood** — Boyd K. Packer (April 1993) · Reference
  Remember, it was the resurrected John the Baptist, “under the direction of Peter, James and John, who held the keys of the Priesthood of Melchizedek,” who came, in person, to restore the Aaronic Priesthood, and it was the resurrected Peter, James, and John who came, in person, to restore the Melchizedek Priesthood—facts in Church history except for which our claim to priesthood authority would be invalid.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1993/04/the-temple-the-priesthood?lang=eng&id=p48#p48

- **Honoring the Priesthood** — Russell M. Nelson (April 1993) · Alludes to
  Now to young men who bear the Aaronic (or preparatory) Priesthood: if you honor it and prepare for and are worthy of a call to be a missionary, I promise that you will then “speak in the name of God the Lord” and bring His light to searching souls.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1993/04/honoring-the-priesthood?lang=eng&id=p36#p36

- **The Aaronic Priesthood—a Gift from God** — Gordon B. Hinckley (April 1988) · Alludes to
  “Upon you my fellow servants, in the name of Messiah I confer the Priesthood of Aaron, which holds the keys of the ministering of angels, and of the gospel of repentance, and of baptism by immersion for the remission of sins; and this shall never be taken again from the earth, until the sons of Levi do offer again an offering unto the Lord in righteousness.” [D&C 13]
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1988/04/the-aaronic-priesthood-a-gift-from-god?lang=eng&id=p10#p10

- **Keys of the Priesthood** — Russell M. Nelson (October 1987) · Alludes to
  To understand the power of the priesthood, we must know the divinity of its restoration in these latter days.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1987/10/keys-of-the-priesthood?lang=eng&id=p30#p30

- **The Banner of the Lord** — Victor L. Brown (October 1984) · Alludes to
  “Upon you my fellow servants, in the name of Messiah I confer the Priesthood of Aaron, which holds the keys of the ministering of angels, and of the gospel of repentance, and of baptism by immersion for the remission of sins; and this shall never be taken again from the earth, until the sons of Levi do offer again an offering unto the Lord in righteousness.” (D&C 13.)
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1984/10/the-banner-of-the-lord?lang=eng&id=p15#p15

- **The Keys of the Kingdom** — Bruce R. McConkie (April 1983) · Alludes to
  Now in resurrected glory, speaking in the name of that Messiah for whom he had died a martyr’s death, he confers upon his mortal friends the Priesthood of Aaron and the keys of the ministering of angels and of baptism by immersion for the remission of sins.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1983/04/the-keys-of-the-kingdom?lang=eng&id=p10#p10

- **The Priesthood of Aaron** — Gordon B. Hinckley (October 1982) · Alludes to
  “Upon you my fellow servants, in the name of Messiah I confer the Priesthood of Aaron, which holds the keys of the ministering of angels, and of the gospel of repentance, and of baptism by immersion for the remission of sins; and this shall never be taken again from the earth, until the sons of Levi do offer again an offering unto the Lord in righteousness.” (D&C 13.)
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1982/10/the-priesthood-of-aaron?lang=eng&id=p3#p3

- **Priesthood Activation** — Victor L. Brown (April 1982) · Alludes to
  “Upon you my fellow servants, in the name of Messiah I confer the Priesthood of Aaron, which holds the keys of the ministering of angels, and of the gospel of repentance, and of baptism by immersion for the remission of sins; and this shall never be taken again from the earth, until the sons of Levi do offer again an offering unto the Lord in righteousness.” (D&C 13.)
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1982/04/priesthood-activation?lang=eng&id=p5#p5

- **The Aaronic Priesthood** — Boyd K. Packer (October 1981) · Alludes to
  “Upon you my fellow servants, in the name of Messiah I confer the Priesthood of Aaron, which holds the keys of the ministering of angels, and of the gospel of repentance, and of baptism by immersion for the remission of sins.” (D&C 13.)
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1981/10/the-aaronic-priesthood?lang=eng&id=p78#p78

- **Preparing the Way** — Thomas S. Monson (April 1980) · Alludes to
  The tomb in which his body was placed could not contain that body.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1980/04/preparing-the-way?lang=eng&id=p29#p29

- **Revelation** — Henry D. Taylor (April 1978) · Alludes to
  The Prophet received communications from heavenly beings.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1978/04/revelation?lang=eng&id=p7#p7

- **Are You Taking Your Priesthood for Granted?** — N. Eldon Tanner (April 1976) · Alludes to
  “Upon you my fellow servants, in the name of Messiah I confer the Priesthood of Aaron, which holds the keys of the ministering of angels, and of the gospel of repentance, and of baptism by immersion for the remission of sins.” (D&C 13.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1976/04/are-you-taking-your-priesthood-for-granted?lang=eng&id=p9#p9

- **Our Fundamental Obligation: The Priesthood** — Robert L. Simpson (October 1973) · Alludes to
  Next, the memorable words of John the Baptist who declared with authority: “Upon you my fellow servants, in the name of Messiah I confer the Priesthood of Aaron …” (D&C 13) in our day.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1973/10/our-fundamental-obligation-the-priesthood?lang=eng&id=p35#p35

- **Why The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints** — Marion G. Romney (October 1972) · Alludes to
  “Upon you my fellow servants, in the name of Messiah, I confer the Priesthood of Aaron, which holds the keys of the ministering of angels, and of the gospel of repentance, and of baptism by immersion for the remission of sins.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1972/10/why-the-church-of-jesus-christ-of-latter-day-saints?lang=eng&id=p25#p25

- **Divine Authority, Sublime Young Men** — Steven J. Lund (April 2025) · Alludes to
  This controlled chain reaction began with a ministering angel sent of God.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2025/04/22lund?lang=eng&id=p_wflez#p_wflez

- **The Times of Restitution of All Things** — David A. Bednar (April 2025) · Reference
  Under the direction of the Father and the Son, the resurrected John the Baptist restored, in 1829, the authority to baptize by immersion for the remission of sins.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2025/04/41bednar?lang=eng&id=p_zBDje#p_zBDje

- **Temples, Houses of the Lord Dotting the Earth** — Neil L. Andersen (April 2024) · Reference
  How do these holy houses strengthen, comfort, and protect us?
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2024/04/55andersen?lang=eng&id=p12#p12

- **Welcome Message** — Russell M. Nelson (April 2021) · Reference
  The gospel of Jesus Christ is a gospel of repentance.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2021/04/11nelson?lang=eng&id=p9#p9

- **How the Priesthood Blesses Youth** — Enzo Serge Petelo (April 2020) · Alludes to
  To effectively serve like Joseph did, we must worthily qualify to use the Lord’s priesthood power.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2020/04/33petelo?lang=eng&id=p5#p5

- **What Every Aaronic Priesthood Holder Needs to Understand** — Douglas D. Holmes (April 2018) · Reference
  So, what is the role of the Aaronic Priesthood in this?
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2018/04/what-every-aaronic-priesthood-holder-needs-to-understand?lang=eng&id=p11#p11

- **The Priesthood and the Savior’s Atoning Power** — Dale G. Renlund (October 2017) · Reference
  An Aaronic Priesthood holder covenants to avoid evil, help others be reconciled to God, and prepare to receive the Melchizedek Priesthood.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2017/10/the-priesthood-and-the-saviors-atoning-power?lang=eng&id=p12#p12

- **The Preparatory Priesthood** — Henry B. Eyring (October 2014) · Quote
  > “Upon you my fellow servants, in the name of Messiah I confer the Priesthood of Aaron, which holds the keys of the ministering of angels, and of the gospel of repentance, and of baptism by immersion for the remission of sins; and this shall never be taken again from the earth, until the sons of Levi do offer again an offering unto the Lord in righteousness.”
  The Lord Himself held those of the lesser priesthood with a regard that honors their potential and their value to Him.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2014/10/the-preparatory-priesthood?lang=eng&id=p36#p36

- **The Doctrines and Principles Contained in the Articles of Faith** — L. Tom Perry (October 2013) · Alludes to
  In answer to their petitions to the Lord, a messenger from heaven, John the Baptist, appeared to them.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2013/10/the-doctrines-and-principles-contained-in-the-articles-of-faith?lang=eng&id=p18#p18

- **Catch the Wave** — Russell M. Nelson (April 2013) · Reference
  John the Baptist restored the Aaronic Priesthood.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2013/04/catch-the-wave?lang=eng&id=p18#p18

- **Your Sacred Duty to Minister** — David L. Beck (April 2013) · Reference
  You don’t have to be a star athlete to minister to others.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2013/04/your-sacred-duty-to-minister?lang=eng&id=p15#p15

- **Sacred Keys of the Aaronic Priesthood** — Larry M. Gibson (April 2011) · Alludes to
  You wonderful young men hold the Aaronic Priesthood, restored by John the Baptist to Joseph Smith and Oliver Cowdery near Harmony, Pennsylvania.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2011/04/sacred-keys-of-the-aaronic-priesthood?lang=eng&id=p35#p35

- **The Priesthood of Aaron** — L. Tom Perry (October 2010) · Quote
  > “Upon you my fellow servants, in the name of Messiah I confer the Priesthood of Aaron, which holds the keys of the ministering of angels, and of the gospel of repentance, and of baptism by immersion for the remission of sins; and this shall never be taken again from the earth, until the sons of Levi do offer again an offering unto the Lord in righteousness”
  Placing his hands on their heads, he said: “Upon you my fellow servants, in the name of Messiah I confer the Priesthood of Aaron, which holds the keys of the ministering of angels, and of the gospel of repentance, and of baptism by immersion for the remission of sins; and this shall never be taken again from the earth, until the sons of Levi do offer again an offering unto the Lord in righteousness” (D&C 13:1).
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2010/10/the-priesthood-of-aaron?lang=eng&id=p14#p14

- **The Power of the Priesthood** — Boyd K. Packer (April 2010) · Reference
  During translation Joseph and Oliver Cowdery read about baptism.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2010/04/the-power-of-the-priesthood?lang=eng&id=p11#p11

- **The Things of Which I Know** — Gordon B. Hinckley (April 2007) · Alludes to
  In restoring the Aaronic Priesthood, the resurrected John the Baptist laid his hands on the heads of Joseph Smith and Oliver Cowdery and said, “Upon you my fellow servants, in the name of Messiah I confer the Priesthood of Aaron, which holds the keys of the ministering of angels, and of the gospel of repentance, and of baptism by immersion for the remission of sins” (D&C 13:1).
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2007/04/the-things-of-which-i-know?lang=eng&id=p21#p21

- **A Royal Priesthood** — James E. Faust (April 2006) · Reference
  The Aaronic Priesthood is a great gift of spiritual power that the Lord conferred upon Aaron and his sons.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2006/04/a-royal-priesthood?lang=eng&id=p8#p8

- **Our Sacred Priesthood Trust** — Thomas S. Monson (April 2006) · Reference
  Our thoughts turn to the visit of that heavenly messenger John the Baptist on May 15, 1829.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2006/04/our-sacred-priesthood-trust?lang=eng&id=p14#p14

- **Who’s on the Lord’s Side? Who?** — Robert C. Oaks (April 2005) · Alludes to
  John the Baptist laid his hands on the heads of Joseph Smith and Oliver Cowdery and conferred upon them the priesthood of Aaron and declared, “I confer the Priesthood of Aaron, which holds the keys of the ministering of angels, and of the gospel of repentance, and of baptism by immersion for the remission of sins” (D&C 13:1).
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2005/04/whos-on-the-lords-side-who?lang=eng&id=p11#p11

- **“The Standard of Truth Has Been Erected”** — Boyd K. Packer (October 2003) · Reference
  John the Baptist returned through the veil to confer the Aaronic Priesthood, “which holds the keys of the ministering of angels, and of the gospel of repentance, and of baptism by immersion for the remission of sins.” A companion ordinance—confirmation and the conferral of the gift of the Holy Ghost—required a greater authority.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2003/10/the-standard-of-truth-has-been-erected?lang=eng&id=p9#p9

- **Becoming a Great Benefit to Our Fellow Beings** — Spencer J. Condie (April 2002) · Reference
  When Joseph Smith and Oliver Cowdery received the Aaronic Priesthood under the hands of the resurrected John the Baptist, they received “the keys of the ministering of angels,” and so did you when you were ordained.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2002/04/becoming-a-great-benefit-to-our-fellow-beings?lang=eng&id=p16#p16

- **The Aaronic Priesthood and the Sacrament** — Dallin H. Oaks (October 1998) · Quote
  > “Upon you my fellow servants, in the name of Messiah I confer the Priesthood of Aaron, which holds the keys of the ministering of angels, and of the gospel of repentance, and of baptism by immersion for the remission of sins; and this shall never be taken again from the earth, until the sons of Levi do offer again an offering unto the Lord in righteousness”
  On May 15, 1829, John the Baptist restored the Aaronic Priesthood to the earth.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1998/10/the-aaronic-priesthood-and-the-sacrament?lang=eng&id=p4#p4

- **“A Chosen Generation”** — Gordon B. Hinckley (April 1992) · Alludes to
  John the Baptist has come to earth and conferred the priesthood of Aaron with “the keys of the ministering of angels, and of the gospel of repentance, and of baptism by immersion for the remission of sins” (D&C 13:1).
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1992/04/a-chosen-generation?lang=eng&id=p29#p29

- **The Resurrection** — Hartman Rector, Jr. (October 1990) · Alludes to
  When we experience repentance, we are permitted to make a sacred covenant with God in the waters of baptism.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1990/10/the-resurrection?lang=eng&id=p12#p12

- **The Aaronic Priesthood—a Gift from God** — Gordon B. Hinckley (April 1988) · Alludes to
  He said that this priesthood of Aaron “holds the keys of the ministering of angels” (D&C 13:1).
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1988/04/the-aaronic-priesthood-a-gift-from-god?lang=eng&id=p26#p26

- **Preparing the Way** — Thomas S. Monson (April 1980) · Alludes to
  I began, “Upon you my fellow servants, in the name of Messiah I confer the Priesthood of Aaron, which holds the keys of the ministering of angels …” (D&C 13:1).
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1980/04/preparing-the-way?lang=eng&id=p41#p41

Miracles, Angels, and Priesthood Power

Shayne M. Bowen April 2024 Saturday Evening Session

When our Savior, Jesus Christ, was on the earth, He gave priesthood keys to His chief Apostle, Peter.

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Rejoice in the Gift of Priesthood Keys

Russell M. Nelson April 2024 Sunday Afternoon Session

It is important to note that prior to the organization of the Church, heavenly messengers had conferred the Aaronic and Melchizedek Priesthoods upon the Prophet Joseph and had given him keys of both priesthoods.

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We Talk of Christ

Neil L. Andersen October 2020 Sunday Morning Session

Nothing lifts my desire to speak of Christ more than visualizing His return.

Reference Verified
Covenant Belonging

Gerrit W. Gong October 2019 Sunday Morning Session

Restored priesthood authority and power to bless all His children is a third dimension of covenant belonging.

Reference Verified
Power in the Priesthood

Neil L. Andersen October 2013 Sunday Afternoon Session

We know that from the beginning the Lord established how His priesthood would be administered.

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The Magnificent Aaronic Priesthood

David L. Beck April 2010 Priesthood Session

During the past year I have been on a journey that has forever changed the way I view you and the Aaronic Priesthood.

Alludes to High confidence
Act in All Diligence

Henry B. Eyring April 2010 Priesthood Session

John knew that the priesthood of Aaron “holds the keys of the ministering of angels, and of the gospel of repentance, and of baptism by immersion for the remission of sins” when the Lord sent him to ordain Joseph Smith and Oliver Cowdery on May 15, 1829.

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Revealed Quorum Principles

Michael A. Neider April 2009 Saturday Morning Session

My young brethren and sisters, you are powerful tools in the Savior’s hands, and He can use you to bring the blessings of the gospel to others.

Alludes to High confidence
Counsel to Young Men

Boyd K. Packer April 2009 Priesthood Session

The Aaronic Priesthood you hold was restored by an angelic messenger.

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God Loves and Helps All of His Children

Keith B. McMullin October 2008 Sunday Morning Session

In the face of some needs, we turn to a form of prayer available only under the hands of those authorized to minister for God.

Reference Verified
Celestial Marriage

Russell M. Nelson October 2008 Sunday Afternoon Session

To make this goal possible, our Heavenly Father has restored priesthood keys in this dispensation so that essential ordinances in His plan can be performed by proper authority.

Reference Verified
“Mom, Are We Christians?”

Gary J. Coleman April 2007 Sunday Afternoon Session

Another restored truth of the gospel I became acquainted with was the restoration of priesthood authority, or the power to act in God’s name.

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Moving Closer to Him

Craig A. Cardon October 2006 Sunday Afternoon Session

In 1829 John the Baptist restored the Aaronic Priesthood, followed shortly thereafter by Peter, James, and John restoring the Melchizedek Priesthood.

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Preparations for the Restoration and the Second Coming: “My Hand Shall Be over Thee”

Robert D. Hales October 2005 Sunday Afternoon Session

While translating, Joseph Smith and his scribe Oliver Cowdery read about baptism.

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Receiving a Testimony of the Restored Gospel of Jesus Christ

Robert D. Hales October 2003 Saturday Afternoon Session

As Joseph and Oliver knelt before John, he laid his hands on their heads and conferred the Aaronic Priesthood upon them.

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Priesthood, Keys, and the Power to Bless

Merrill J. Bateman October 2003 Priesthood Session

One of the remarkable evidences of the Restoration is the testimony of Joseph Smith and Oliver Cowdery regarding the manner in which the priesthood and its directing powers were returned to earth.

Reference Verified
To Men of the Priesthood

Gordon B. Hinckley October 2002 Priesthood Session

Never lose sight of the fact that you hold the priesthood of God.

Alludes to High confidence
The Cloven Tongues of Fire

Boyd K. Packer April 2000 Saturday Morning Session

John the Baptist restored “the Priesthood of Aaron, which holds the keys of the ministering of angels, and of the gospel of repentance, and of baptism by immersion for the remission of sins.”

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The Keys That Never Rust

James E. Faust October 1994 Sunday Afternoon Session

Why are these spiritual keys so important?

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The Temple, the Priesthood

Boyd K. Packer April 1993 Saturday Morning Session

Remember, it was the resurrected John the Baptist, “under the direction of Peter, James and John, who held the keys of the Priesthood of Melchizedek,” who came, in person, to restore the Aaronic Priesthood, and it was the resurrected Peter, James, and John who came, in person, to restore the Melchizedek Priesthood—facts in Church history except for which our claim to priesthood authority would be invalid.

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Honoring the Priesthood

Russell M. Nelson April 1993 Priesthood Session

Now to young men who bear the Aaronic (or preparatory) Priesthood: if you honor it and prepare for and are worthy of a call to be a missionary, I promise that you will then “speak in the name of God the Lord” and bring His light to searching souls.

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The Aaronic Priesthood—a Gift from God

Gordon B. Hinckley April 1988 Priesthood Session

“Upon you my fellow servants, in the name of Messiah I confer the Priesthood of Aaron, which holds the keys of the ministering of angels, and of the gospel of repentance, and of baptism by immersion for the remission of sins; and this shall never be taken again from the earth, until the sons of Levi do offer again an offering unto the Lord in righteousness.” [D&C 13]

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Keys of the Priesthood

Russell M. Nelson October 1987 Priesthood Session

To understand the power of the priesthood, we must know the divinity of its restoration in these latter days.

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The Banner of the Lord

Victor L. Brown October 1984 Priesthood Session

“Upon you my fellow servants, in the name of Messiah I confer the Priesthood of Aaron, which holds the keys of the ministering of angels, and of the gospel of repentance, and of baptism by immersion for the remission of sins; and this shall never be taken again from the earth, until the sons of Levi do offer again an offering unto the Lord in righteousness.” (D&C 13.)

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The Keys of the Kingdom

Bruce R. McConkie April 1983 Saturday Afternoon Session

Now in resurrected glory, speaking in the name of that Messiah for whom he had died a martyr’s death, he confers upon his mortal friends the Priesthood of Aaron and the keys of the ministering of angels and of baptism by immersion for the remission of sins.

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The Priesthood of Aaron

Gordon B. Hinckley October 1982 Priesthood Session

“Upon you my fellow servants, in the name of Messiah I confer the Priesthood of Aaron, which holds the keys of the ministering of angels, and of the gospel of repentance, and of baptism by immersion for the remission of sins; and this shall never be taken again from the earth, until the sons of Levi do offer again an offering unto the Lord in righteousness.” (D&C 13.)

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Priesthood Activation

Victor L. Brown April 1982 Priesthood Session

“Upon you my fellow servants, in the name of Messiah I confer the Priesthood of Aaron, which holds the keys of the ministering of angels, and of the gospel of repentance, and of baptism by immersion for the remission of sins; and this shall never be taken again from the earth, until the sons of Levi do offer again an offering unto the Lord in righteousness.” (D&C 13.)

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The Aaronic Priesthood

Boyd K. Packer October 1981 Priesthood Session

“Upon you my fellow servants, in the name of Messiah I confer the Priesthood of Aaron, which holds the keys of the ministering of angels, and of the gospel of repentance, and of baptism by immersion for the remission of sins.” (D&C 13.)

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Preparing the Way

Thomas S. Monson April 1980 Saturday Morning Session

The tomb in which his body was placed could not contain that body.

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Revelation

Henry D. Taylor April 1978 Priesthood Session

The Prophet received communications from heavenly beings.

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Are You Taking Your Priesthood for Granted?

N. Eldon Tanner April 1976 Priesthood Session

“Upon you my fellow servants, in the name of Messiah I confer the Priesthood of Aaron, which holds the keys of the ministering of angels, and of the gospel of repentance, and of baptism by immersion for the remission of sins.” (D&C 13.

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Our Fundamental Obligation: The Priesthood

Robert L. Simpson October 1973 Priesthood Session

Next, the memorable words of John the Baptist who declared with authority: “Upon you my fellow servants, in the name of Messiah I confer the Priesthood of Aaron …” (D&C 13) in our day.

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Why The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

Marion G. Romney October 1972 Saturday Morning Session

“Upon you my fellow servants, in the name of Messiah, I confer the Priesthood of Aaron, which holds the keys of the ministering of angels, and of the gospel of repentance, and of baptism by immersion for the remission of sins.

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Divine Authority, Sublime Young Men

Steven J. Lund April 2025 Saturday Afternoon Session

This controlled chain reaction began with a ministering angel sent of God.

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The Times of Restitution of All Things

David A. Bednar April 2025 Sunday Morning Session

Under the direction of the Father and the Son, the resurrected John the Baptist restored, in 1829, the authority to baptize by immersion for the remission of sins.

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Temples, Houses of the Lord Dotting the Earth

Neil L. Andersen April 2024 Sunday Afternoon Session

How do these holy houses strengthen, comfort, and protect us?

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Welcome Message

Russell M. Nelson April 2021 Saturday Morning Session

The gospel of Jesus Christ is a gospel of repentance.

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How the Priesthood Blesses Youth

Enzo Serge Petelo April 2020 Saturday Evening Session

To effectively serve like Joseph did, we must worthily qualify to use the Lord’s priesthood power.

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What Every Aaronic Priesthood Holder Needs to Understand

Douglas D. Holmes April 2018 General Priesthood Session

So, what is the role of the Aaronic Priesthood in this?

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The Priesthood and the Savior’s Atoning Power

Dale G. Renlund October 2017 General Priesthood Session

An Aaronic Priesthood holder covenants to avoid evil, help others be reconciled to God, and prepare to receive the Melchizedek Priesthood.

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The Preparatory Priesthood

Henry B. Eyring October 2014 Priesthood Session

“Upon you my fellow servants, in the name of Messiah I confer the Priesthood of Aaron, which holds the keys of the ministering of angels, and of the gospel of repentance, and of baptism by immersion for the remission of sins; and this shall never be taken again from the earth, until the sons of Levi do offer again an offering unto the Lord in righteousness.”

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The Doctrines and Principles Contained in the Articles of Faith

L. Tom Perry October 2013 Priesthood Session

In answer to their petitions to the Lord, a messenger from heaven, John the Baptist, appeared to them.

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Catch the Wave

Russell M. Nelson April 2013 Saturday Afternoon Session

John the Baptist restored the Aaronic Priesthood.

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Your Sacred Duty to Minister

David L. Beck April 2013 Priesthood Session

You don’t have to be a star athlete to minister to others.

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Sacred Keys of the Aaronic Priesthood

Larry M. Gibson April 2011 Priesthood Session

You wonderful young men hold the Aaronic Priesthood, restored by John the Baptist to Joseph Smith and Oliver Cowdery near Harmony, Pennsylvania.

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The Priesthood of Aaron

L. Tom Perry October 2010 Sunday Afternoon Session

“Upon you my fellow servants, in the name of Messiah I confer the Priesthood of Aaron, which holds the keys of the ministering of angels, and of the gospel of repentance, and of baptism by immersion for the remission of sins; and this shall never be taken again from the earth, until the sons of Levi do offer again an offering unto the Lord in righteousness”

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The Power of the Priesthood

Boyd K. Packer April 2010 Saturday Morning Session

During translation Joseph and Oliver Cowdery read about baptism.

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The Things of Which I Know

Gordon B. Hinckley April 2007 Sunday Morning Session

In restoring the Aaronic Priesthood, the resurrected John the Baptist laid his hands on the heads of Joseph Smith and Oliver Cowdery and said, “Upon you my fellow servants, in the name of Messiah I confer the Priesthood of Aaron, which holds the keys of the ministering of angels, and of the gospel of repentance, and of baptism by immersion for the remission of sins” (D&C 13:1).

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A Royal Priesthood

James E. Faust April 2006 Priesthood Session

The Aaronic Priesthood is a great gift of spiritual power that the Lord conferred upon Aaron and his sons.

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Our Sacred Priesthood Trust

Thomas S. Monson April 2006 Priesthood Session

Our thoughts turn to the visit of that heavenly messenger John the Baptist on May 15, 1829.

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Who’s on the Lord’s Side? Who?

Robert C. Oaks April 2005 Priesthood Session

John the Baptist laid his hands on the heads of Joseph Smith and Oliver Cowdery and conferred upon them the priesthood of Aaron and declared, “I confer the Priesthood of Aaron, which holds the keys of the ministering of angels, and of the gospel of repentance, and of baptism by immersion for the remission of sins” (D&C 13:1).

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“The Standard of Truth Has Been Erected”

Boyd K. Packer October 2003 Saturday Afternoon Session

John the Baptist returned through the veil to confer the Aaronic Priesthood, “which holds the keys of the ministering of angels, and of the gospel of repentance, and of baptism by immersion for the remission of sins.” A companion ordinance—confirmation and the conferral of the gift of the Holy Ghost—required a greater authority.

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Becoming a Great Benefit to Our Fellow Beings

Spencer J. Condie April 2002 Priesthood Session

When Joseph Smith and Oliver Cowdery received the Aaronic Priesthood under the hands of the resurrected John the Baptist, they received “the keys of the ministering of angels,” and so did you when you were ordained.

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The Aaronic Priesthood and the Sacrament

Dallin H. Oaks October 1998 Priesthood Session

“Upon you my fellow servants, in the name of Messiah I confer the Priesthood of Aaron, which holds the keys of the ministering of angels, and of the gospel of repentance, and of baptism by immersion for the remission of sins; and this shall never be taken again from the earth, until the sons of Levi do offer again an offering unto the Lord in righteousness”

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“A Chosen Generation”

Gordon B. Hinckley April 1992 Sunday Morning Session

John the Baptist has come to earth and conferred the priesthood of Aaron with “the keys of the ministering of angels, and of the gospel of repentance, and of baptism by immersion for the remission of sins” (D&C 13:1).

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The Resurrection

Hartman Rector, Jr. October 1990 Sunday Afternoon Session

When we experience repentance, we are permitted to make a sacred covenant with God in the waters of baptism.

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The Aaronic Priesthood—a Gift from God

Gordon B. Hinckley April 1988 Priesthood Session

He said that this priesthood of Aaron “holds the keys of the ministering of angels” (D&C 13:1).

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Preparing the Way

Thomas S. Monson April 1980 Saturday Morning Session

I began, “Upon you my fellow servants, in the name of Messiah I confer the Priesthood of Aaron, which holds the keys of the ministering of angels …” (D&C 13:1).

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