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| − | '''The Three-fold mission of the Church''' is a phrase used to denote the all-encompassing activities of [[The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints]]. The phrase is most common in the [[Mormon missionaries|missionary discussions]]--shared with non-members and inactive members of the Church, used to teach the Church's basic beliefs--but is also common terminology used in [[Sunday School]] and other meetings.
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| − | The three-fold mission of the church is to perfect the saints, proclaim the gospel, and redeem the dead. Hence, the three-fold mission of the church begins with ourselves ([http://scriptures.lds.org/en/alma/60 Alma 60:23]) and works outward toward others and finally our deceased ancestors.
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| − | == Perfect the Saints ==
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| − | An integral part of the Church's work is to help it's members attain [[salvation]] through "coming unto Christ." The various [[Mormon meetings|meetings]] of the Church including [[Sabbath]] services and others such as [[General Conference]] etc. are aimed at teaching Gospel Doctrine (or the [[plan of salvation]]).
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| − | Members of the Church are known for aiding one another in this respect through what is known as the [[Visiting Teaching]] and [[Home Teaching]] programs in which members visit one another and share lessons as well as offer needed assistance such as help around the home.
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| − | == Proclaim the Gospel ==
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| − | Members of the Church are also known for their missionary zeal. Many [[Latter-day Saints]] volunteer 18 months to two years, without pay, to their Church to share the gospel of [[Jesus Christ]] in foreign lands or other areas away from home. It is also common for members to share their beliefs with friends.
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| − | == Redeem the Dead ==
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| − | The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints also constructs many [[Mormon temples]] and practices in them holy [[ordinances]] as in ancient times. However, ordinances and practices relating to the [[Law of Moses]] are no longer practiced, as the Law of Moses was fulfilled by [[Atonement of Jesus Christ|Christ]].
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