It was wonderful to be in Nauvoo, Illinois this week to dedicate the Historic Nauvoo temple district. This newly finished historic site is a beautiful reflection of the Church’s history during the early days of the Restoration of the Gospel of Jesus Christ. While there, I was reminded of the sacrifices and faith of the early saints, and their desire to follow the commandments of God. Like the early saints, we too have the opportunity to follow their faithful examples. Wherever you are in this wo

Did you know? 🤯👇🏽 Nauvoo is a small city in Hancock County, Illinois, with a rich history and religious significance. Founded in 1839 by Joseph Smith, it was a gathering place for members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, also known as the Mormons! Today, Nauvoo attracts visitors for its historic importance, with many preserved buildings from the 19th century, including the rebuilt Nauvoo Temple, completed in 2002. The city’s historic district features many restored homes an

“My name is Joy Gardner, and this is my husband, Quin Gardner. This summer, 2023, we are representing Joseph and Emma Smith in the Nauvoo pageants here in Nauvoo, Illinois. “I am learning so much from representing Emma Smith and, in particular, how she and Joseph relied on Jesus Christ as their Savior to be their ultimate problem-solver and the power of the Atonement of Jesus Christ to help them navigate trials and challenges. “I love reading in the Book of Mormon in Alma 7:11–13, and I can imag