On November 13, 1838, Joseph F. Smith—the sixth President of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints—was born in Far West, Missouri. From a childhood of loss and hardship, including the martyrdom of his father, Hyrum Smith, Joseph developed deep faith and resilience that guided him throughout his life. His devotion to family and the gospel shaped his teachings as a prophet, emphasizing the sacred role of home, priesthood, and revelation. Under his leadership, the Church flourished and expanded worldwide. President Smith’s example reminds us that personal revelation and steadfast faith can guide us through every trial and strengthen our families in His Story today.
Read the full article here: https://familyschool.org/spotlight/joseph-f-smith-birthday-7
This episode was created using Notebook LM voice-overs and original research by Rosemary Pollock, historian and published author, who holds an MA in U.S. History and an MA in U.S. History with a focus on the History of Science and Medicine.
Produced by Isaac Okawa with American Heritage Worldwide.
