(RNS) — In a stunning announcement Tuesday afternoon (March 5), Community of Christ — a Midwestern denomination that traces its founding to Mormon prophet Joseph Smith Jr. — said it has sold ...

In August they lay the cornerstone for a temple; within a year, more than 800 more church members have moved to the area. Yet Smith decides to keep his headquarters in Kirtland. Joseph Smith ...

During the temple's consecration, hundreds report seeing angels and other miraculous visions. Many in the community are poor or have sold their assets to join. Joseph Smith announces a revelation ...