Emma Smith: Defying Stereotypes (D&C 25 and General Conference!) | Come, Follow Me Doctrine and Covenants Lesson 11: March 8–14 “Strengthen the Church” Doctrine and Covenants 23–26

Doctrine and Covenants section 25 is directed to Emma Smith, an “elect lady,” and a foundational woman in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. How does section 25 defy 19th century gender prescriptions? What have female leaders of the Church – such as Sheri Dew, Julie Beck, Joy Jones, and Jean Bingham – had to say about it in General Conference? Let’s dive!