The baptism record is used as a baptism recommend by the bishop, branch president, or authorized missionary when interviewing a candidate for baptism. After the baptism, the ward or branch uses it as a temporary membership record. (Consent Version)

Ward clerks can use this form to ask for a search of Church records if a member cannot provide his or her certificate of an ordinance or blessing. This will allow a search of records submitted before 1984.

This attendance roll form is for recording meeting attendance in priesthood and auxiliary meetings. For units that do not use the Member and Leader Services (MLS) software.

This form is used to record the names of officers sustained at the annual branch conference. Maximum order: 2. Units only.

This form is used to record the names of officers sustained at the first district conference of the year (or the second conference, if the first is a broadcast). Maximum order: 2. Units only.

This form is used to record the names of officers sustained at the first stake conference of the year (or the second conference, if the first is a broadcast). Maximum order: 2. Units only.

This form is used to record the names of officers sustained at the annual ward or branch conference. Maximum order: 2. Units only.

This form is used to report an administrative action to the Office of the First Presidency.

This guidebook is for branch leaders who are new to the Church and have limited Church experience. It will also be useful for more experienced leaders. It outlines the purpose, organization, and procedures for operating a branch.

Church disciplinary action is the beginning of an opportunity to return to full fellowship and the full blessings of the Church. Church discipline is given at a local level by those who know the situation and the individual best and who can be at his or her side during the repentance process. This form is used to report the result of a Church disciplinary council to the Office of the First Presidency.

A person becomes a member of the Church by being baptized and confirmed. Baptism into The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is done by full immersion in water by a person who holds the authority. Confirmation is done by a priesthood holder putting his hands on the head of the person and blessing him or her. This certificate is presented to new members. For units that do not use the Member and Leader Services (MLS) software.

This guide provides direction to stake, district, and mission leadership for preparing and submitting the unit annual history.