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Church History Matters

Church History Matters

Scripture Central 211 Episodes Oct 13, 2026

The Church History Matters Podcast features in-depth conversations between Scott and Casey inviting you to dive deeper into both the challenges and beauty of Latter-day Saint Church History.

Episodes

226 - History of LDS Temple Worship I Salt Lake Temple I Church History Matters
226 - History of LDS Temple Worship I Salt Lake Temple I Church History Matters Oct 13, 2026 01:09:58 What is the story behind the history of Latter-day Saints and temple worship? In this episode of Church History Matters, Scott Woodward and Casey Griffiths trace the remarkable history of Latter-day Saint temples from the earliest days of the Restoration to the iconic temple in Salt Lake City. The story begins in Kirtland, where the first temple of this dispensation was built, and continues to Nau
225 - Is the Joseph Smith Daguerreotype Real? Latest Research I Joseph Smith I Church History Matters EP01
225 - Is the Joseph Smith Daguerreotype Real? Latest Research I Joseph Smith I Church History Matters EP01 Oct 6, 2026 01:04:25 Is this really Joseph Smith? A recently discovered daguerreotype has sparked intense debate among historians, researchers, and Latter-day Saints. Could this remarkable photograph actually be an authentic image of Joseph Smith the Prophet?In this episode of Church History Matters, Scott Woodward and Casey Griffiths sit down with independent researcher Patrick A. Bishop and classical and forensic ar
224- The Man BEHIND the Legend I Porter Rockwell I Church History Matters
224- The Man BEHIND the Legend I Porter Rockwell I Church History Matters Sep 29, 2026 01:14:52 Few figures in early Latter-day Saint history have a reputation as colorful—and as misunderstood—as Orrin Porter Rockwell. Known in popular memory as a fearless frontier scout, bodyguard, and legendary defender of Joseph Smith, Porter has often been portrayed as a rough-and-tumble gunman whose reputation sometimes overshadowed the real person. But who was Porter Rockwell when the legends were stri
223- What Stories are Actually True? I Porter Rockwell I Church History Matters
223- What Stories are Actually True? I Porter Rockwell I Church History Matters Sep 22, 2026 01:08:52 Porter was more than a legendary frontiersman and lawman. He was a close friend of Joseph Smith, a protector of the Prophet, and a man whose life was deeply shaped by the events surrounding Joseph’s death. In June 1844, Porter helped Joseph and Hyrum cross the Mississippi River as they sought to avoid arrest. When Joseph decided to return to Nauvoo and face the authorities, Porter accompanied him
222-Did Porter Rockwell Try to Kill Governor Boggs? I Porter Rockwell I Church History Matters
222-Did Porter Rockwell Try to Kill Governor Boggs? I Porter Rockwell I Church History Matters Sep 15, 2026 01:30:36 Few stories in early Latter-day Saint history are as legendary—or as controversial—as the accusation that Porter Rockwell attempted to assassinate Missouri Governor Lilburn W. Boggs.In this episode of Church History Matters, Scott Woodward and Casey Griffiths take a closer look at the evidence surrounding one of the most famous allegations against the legendary “Destroying Angel.”Did Porter Rockwe
221 - Moroni Day Celebration I A New LDS Holiday I Church History Matters
221 - Moroni Day Celebration I A New LDS Holiday I Church History Matters Sep 8, 2026 00:54:57 September 21: Moroni Day — The Angel, the Prophet, and the Beginning of the Book of MormonWhat happened on the night of September 21, 1823? In this special episode of Church History Matters, Scott Woodward and Casey Griffiths are joined by Scripture Central founder Jack Welch to explore one of the most important dates in Latter-day Saint history: Moroni Day.According to Joseph Smith’s accounts, it
220 - The Rise of Mitt Romney & The Mormon Moment I Religion & Politics I Church History Matters
220 - The Rise of Mitt Romney & The Mormon Moment I Religion & Politics I Church History Matters Sep 1, 2026 01:08:26 In this episode of Church History Matters, Scott Woodward and Casey Griffiths explore the remarkable political rise of Mitt Romney—from his family’s political legacy and his career in business and Massachusetts politics to his campaigns for the presidency in 2008 and 2012. Romney’s candidacy brought unprecedented national attention to his Latter-day Saint faith. He ultimately became the first Latt
219 - White Horse Prophecy In Depth I Religion & Politics I Church History Matters
219 - White Horse Prophecy In Depth I Religion & Politics I Church History Matters Aug 25, 2026 01:19:19 Did Joseph Smith really predict that the Constitution of the United States would one day “hang by a thread” and that the Latter-day Saints would step forward to save it? And what about the mysterious and controversial White Horse Prophecy—a dramatic account involving the future of the United States, the Constitution, and the destiny of the Latter-day Saints? In this episode of Church History Matte
218 - Ezra Taft Benson: Conspiracy Controversies I Religion & Politics I Church History Matters
218 - Ezra Taft Benson: Conspiracy Controversies I Religion & Politics I Church History Matters Aug 18, 2026 01:20:16 After serving as U.S. Secretary of Agriculture under President Dwight D. Eisenhower, Ezra Taft Benson returned to full-time service as an Apostle and became one of the most influential—and sometimes controversial—leaders in modern Latter-day Saint history. In this episode of Church History Matters, Scott Woodward and Casey Griffiths examine Elder Benson's post-Washington years, including his outsp
217 - Ezra Taft Benson: His Life in Washington D.C. I Religion & Politics I Church History Matters
217 - Ezra Taft Benson: His Life in Washington D.C. I Religion & Politics I Church History Matters Aug 11, 2026 01:22:01 Discover the remarkable double life of Ezra Taft Benson—a man who simultaneously served as a high-ranking Washington statesman and a chosen Apostle of the Lord.In this video, we dive deep into the chaotic, inspiring, and historic eight years (1953–1961) Ezra Taft Benson spent serving as the U.S. Secretary of Agriculture under President Dwight D. Eisenhower. As an LDS Apostle, Benson brought an unw
216 - 3-Term Senator Elbert Thomas, GI Bill Hero I Religion & Politics I Church History Matters
216 - 3-Term Senator Elbert Thomas, GI Bill Hero I Religion & Politics I Church History Matters Aug 4, 2026 01:04:10 For decades, Utah's Elbert D. Thomas represented Latter-day Saints on the national stage as one of the most influential members of Congress you've probably never heard of. In this episode of Church History Matters, Scott Woodward and Casey Griffiths explore the remarkable life and political career of the faithful Latter-day Saint, educator, missionary, and U.S. Senator who served during some of th
215 - U.S. Attempt to Expel Utah Senator Reed Smoot I Religion & Politics I Church History Matters
215 - U.S. Attempt to Expel Utah Senator Reed Smoot I Religion & Politics I Church History Matters Jul 28, 2026 01:12:23 In this episode of Church History Matters, Scott Woodward and Casey Griffiths explore one of the most controversial political battles in Latter-day Saint history: the election and confirmation of Senator Reed Smoot. Although Smoot was not a practicing polygamist, his position as an Apostle of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints led critics to question his loyalty to the United States a

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