Pronunciation:
[Or-d-nun-s] (noun)
Example: The ordinance of marriage is performed
in God's temples.
Related Resources:
Articles
of Faith
Definition:
Sacred ceremonies needed to progress and fulfill
God's commandments. Can only be done with God's authority, the priesthood.
Related Terms
• Baptism
by Immersion
• Baptism
for the Dead
• Genealogy
• Priesthood
• Sacrament
• Temple
The fourth Article of Faith states what the first four principles and ordinances
of the gospel are.
Ordinance of Baptism
Find out why and how we are baptized in this four part article on baptism.Ordinance of Gift of the Holy Ghost
What is the Holy Ghost? Receiving the Gift of the Holy Ghost is a basic ordinance of the gospel of Jesus Christ.Ordinance of Temple Marriage
What does it mean to have a temple marriage? Why do Mormons get married in temples? And how can a family be together forever and not just until death do you part?Worship with Us in Our Sacrament Meeting
Members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints meet together every Sunday to participate in the ordinance of the sacrament and to attend other church services. Visitors are always welcome to worship with us, but what should you expect when you attend an LDS church service?Definition: Sacrament
The blessing and passing of the sacrament is also an ordinance of the gospel of Jesus Christ.
