Joseph was to be the one to help restore the true gospel of Jesus Christ. Authority from God Was Restored click to enlarge In restoring the gospel, God again gave the priesthood to men. Through the Restoration the priesthood was returned to the earth. Those who hold this priesthood today have the authority to perform ordinances such as baptism. They also have the authority to direct the Lord's kingdom on earth.
Discussion Have a class member tell about the restoration of the priesthood.
Christ is the head of his Church today, just as he was in ancient times. Later the First Presidency was organized, and he was sustained as President. When the Church was first organized, only the framework was set up. The organization was completed during the next several years. The Church was organized with the same offices as were in the ancient Church.