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At the first meeting of the Church, on April 6, 1830, there were 6 men who were previously baptized who 'officially incorporated the Church' (required by the laws of the area) and a few friends and family members, perhaps about 30 people total. By the end of the year, there were several hundred members in a handful of states.
The original 6 men who 'incoporated' the Church were:
Joseph Smith, Jr.
Hyrum Smith
Samuel H. Smith
Oliver Cowdery
David Whitmer
Peter Whitmer
There are no minutes of the meeting, but we know that Joseph's parents and other siblings were present, as well as his wife and the families of the other men previously listed. Many of these were baptized following the meeting.
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How many people were in the Mormon church in 1830?
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (the "Mormon" church) started on April 6, 1830 with six members. By the end of the year 1830, church membership had increased to 280 members. Two years later, church membership had increased to 2,660 members.
What state were the Mormons from?
Members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (the "Mormon" church) come from every state and nearly every nation of the world. The original members of the Church (in 1830) were residents of New York, Pennsylvania, and Vermont.
When did the Mormons live in New York?
Members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (the "Mormon" church) have lived in New York since the church was founded there in 1830. While the church's headquarters were only there for one year, from 1830-1831, members of the church have always been found there.
What was the religion before the Mormons?
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (commonly called the "Mormon" church) was officially founded in 1830. Church members believe that it is a restoration of the original Christian and Jewish religion described in the Bible. Therefore, many Church members might answer your question by saying that there were no other religions before - it is the first and original. The Church did not break off of any other denomination or sect, but it's original members came from many different Christian churches who were dissatisfied with what their churches taught. Check out the "Related Links" below to learn more about the Mormons.
Where did the mormen church start?
Smith's book of mormon was printed in 1830 and the first church was formed with 6 members in Fayette, New York.
Where did the Mormon church begin?
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints (commonly called the "Mormon Church") was officially organized on April 6, 1830 in Palmyra, New York. Church members believe that it is a continuation of the original Christian Church set up by Jesus Christ during his mortal ministry, as described in the New Testament.
What killed the Mormons?
Nothing! The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (commonly called the "Mormon" church) has been growing steadily since it began in 1830 with about 40 members. There are now nearly 14 million baptized members of the Church worldwide.
When was Mentz Church created?
Mentz Church was created in 1830.
Who were the original Mormons?
There are a few ways to answer this question: First, members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (the "Mormon" church) believe that their religion was founded by God the Father and Jesus Christ, and so they may say that God was the original Mormon. Second, members of the Church believe that their religion is the same which was followed by God's people in Biblical times, so they may answer that Adam and Eve were the original Mormons. Third, some will answer with the names of the first six members of the Church - that is, the six men who were required by law at the time to sign on as members in order to incorporate the Church as a legal entity. These men were Joseph Smith, Oliver Cowdery, Hyrum Smith (Joseph's brother), Samuel H. Smith (Joseph's brother), David Whitmer, and Peter Whitmer, Jr. Their first official meeting to legally organize the Church was held on April 6, 1830, with approximately 30 other men and women present. Some of these had previously been baptized and others were baptized following the meeting.
When was Mormonism invented?
"Mormonism" wasn't really invented. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (commonly called the "Mormon" Church) was officially organized on April 6, 1830. Church members argue that theirs is a restoration of the original Christian Church and therefore, was never invented but simply continues from ancient times. You can learn more about the Church and it's beginnings at the "Related Links" below.
What church did Joseph smith find in 1830?
Joseph Smith organized the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (commonly called the "Mormon" church) in 1830.
What was the year that the Mormon Church started?
1830
