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That black people cannot hold priesthood in the mormon church and till just reasonally could not belong to the mormon church?
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Blacks could always be members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (the "Mormon" church). There has never been a restriction on baptism. As baptized members of the Church, they were able to teach Sunday School classes, lead congregational prayers, and give sermons at Sunday services.
Blacks of African descent (Australian Aboriginals and various dark-skinned Islanders exempt) were not able to hold the priesthood in the Mormon church until 1978. Priesthood ordination is required to hold most higher leadership positions. Blacks could not be Bishops (congregation leaders), or hold regional or international leadership positions until that time. They were also unable to perform baptisms or pass the Sacrament (Communion/Lord's Supper).
This was a problem for the majority of Church members. Most were very unhappy and confused about this policy. After many years of prayer, the new policy was finally announced.
Since 1978, blacks have been fully participating members in the Church and their numbers have increased dramatically. There have been a handful of black Mormons in the international leadership of the Church, and countless local leaders as well.
You can read the official statement of what is called "The 1978 Revelation" and see more information about the topic at the "Related Links" below.
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