page_title: Comparison of the Community of Christ and The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
section_title: Godhead
hierarchical_section_title: Comparison of the Community of Christ and The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints / Historical differences between the churches / Godhead
context_page_description: Community of Christ and The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints are two denominations that share a common heritage in the Church of Christ founded by Joseph Smith on April 6, 1830. Since Smith's death in 1844, they have evolved separately in belief and practices. The LDS Church is headquartered in Salt Lake City, Utah, and claims more than 16 million members worldwide; Community of Christ is headquartered in Independence, Missouri, and reports a worldwide membership of approximately 250,000.
context_section_description: Community of Christ teaches about the Trinity, which they define God as a community of three persons. The LDS Church teaches that the Godhead is composed of three physically distinct personages who are united—or "one"—in purpose.
caption: Stained glass depiction of the first vision of Joseph Smith, completed in 1913 by an unknown artist (LDS Museum of Church History and Art).
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