DC 143:Intro SECTION 143
Re
velation gi
ven through President Israel A. Smith during the World Conference of 1954.
A
vacancy in the Quorum of Twel
ve and the need for more se
venties to meet the opportunities for missionary expansion had occupied the thought and prayers of the prophet. After some debate the re
velation was appro
ved in the usual manner.
To the Councils, Quorums, and Orders of the Church and to the General Conference:
DC 143:1b Now that there is a
vacancy in the Council of Twel
ve, and realizing the great need for apostolic ministry and direction, I ha
ve made it a subject of prayer, and I am directed to submit this name to you, the
voice of inspiration to me being:
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