Joseph Smith's struggle with his brother Alvin's death led eventually to the introduction of baptisms for the dead. This new ordinance was embraced by saints in Nauvoo who did the first genealogical and family history research in Church history.

Glad Tidings: The History of Baptisms for the Dead

Peter and John find the empty tomb. Jesus, now resurrected, appears to Mary.

Jesus Is Resurrected

We are eternal beings. We lived as spirits before we were born and we will continue to live after we die.

Our Eternal Life

Staying true to Jesus Christ is like staying safe in a boat. Elder M. Russell Ballard urges all of us to stay in “the boat,” wear a life jacket, and hold on. If we have fallen out of the boat, we can depend on those who love us to find us.

Stay In The Boat

Thomas S. Monson, prophet of the Lord Jesus Christ, shares the touching story of a mother who lost her son at war but learned that he would live again because of our Savior, Jesus Christ.

Until We Meet Again

Mormons, or more properly, members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints perform baptisms for the dead on behalf of their ancestors so they, too, can accept Jesus.

What Are Baptisms for the Dead?

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