Note: The following essay was authored by Scott S. Mitchell, a principle contributor to this website. Mormons believe that on May 15, 1829, John the Baptist appeared to Joseph Smith and Oliver Cowdery and conferred the Aaronic Priesthood.  According to Joseph Smith, the angel declared that this priesthood, which Mormons teach is the authority to act … Continue reading The Righteous Offering of the Sons of Levi–2000 Years Ago, but not in the Future