Doctrine and Covenants Stories for Young Readers

The Saints Build a New Home

Illustrations by Apryl Stott

Read about this story in Doctrine and Covenants 58–59.

early Church members being baptized

After the Church was restored, more and more people learned about the gospel. They chose to be baptized. They were called “Saints.”

pioneer children talking together

Some of them moved so they could live near other members of the Church. The Saints helped and strengthened each other.

pioneer family leaving home

Other people did not like the Church. They tried to hurt the Saints. They forced them to leave their homes.

pioneer children carrying wood

The Saints had faith that God would help them. Even though it was hard, they moved to a new place. They worked together to build a new city.

family visiting grandma in hospital

I can face hard things with faith. I can help others during hard times too.

Coloring Page

I Can Do Hard Things

What’s a hard thing you have done?

coloring page of I Can Do Hard Things

Illustration by Apryl Stott