Resources available at the center include Internet research, access to the Church databases, and trained staff to assist visitors. In 1849, President Brigham Young asked a committee of settlers to find a cemetery. George Wallace offered the spot where he had buried his family members, now known as the Salt Lake City Cemetery. The cemetery will soon be full. There are about 3,500 previously sold plots that are unclaimed.
Sextons plan to send notices to the last known plot owner and resell any remaining plots.
August 2001 marks the 150-year anniversary of the emigration of many Church members from Europe to America. The trek's purpose is to open doors for missionary work, said Barbra Madsen, a former missionary to Denmark. Hawaii is to help advance the kingdom of God on the earth, to build up Zion, to secure the Church in the countries of the world by preparing devoted and trained leaders. Also, during the service a letter from the First Presidency was read. Inc. All Rights Reserved.