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Show Inc. Messenger-Enterpris- e, Pageant traces pioneer history Tonight (July 11) a trumpets strident notes will echo from the top of the silver spires on the Manti Temple, and once again the Mormon Miracle Pageant will trace the early history of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-da- y Saints and the pioneer exodus to the west. Since 1967, the Mormon Mir- Pageant has presented the story of the translation of The Book of Mormon and The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, as seen through acle ; the eyes of a fictional young couple, Robert and Mary Hen-- i shawj who convert to the LDS Church in its early beginnings, and remain faithful, enduring the trials of belonging- to an unpopular sect on a vast and dangerous frontier. For many who view it, the Pageant presents a new concept of the Americas and their settle- ment The story begins with the religious fervor of nineteenth-centur- y New England, which was then the frontier of the nation. It flashes back to a lost civilization of ancient South and Central America, led into nearextinction through wars and religious conflict. These groups, who disappeared long before the discovery ofAmerica by Columbus, left records which, accord- brother, Hyrum, at the hands of a mob in Illinois, the Mormon pioneers camped in rude shelters of the Great Plains in Indian Territory. They willingly sent their men to defend the United States territory in the ing to Mormon belief, were translated by Joseph Smith, Jr. They were first published in 1830 as them, literally leaving their women and children in the hands of the Lord on the wintry plains, is only one of the many unforgettable scenes. Those who survived persecution, the elements and illness continued their journey across the great plains and through the mountains. Hundreds came with handcarts similar to those used in the Pageant scenes, to build new lives in the harsh Great Basin. In the Pageants climactic finale, the young couple is reunited and rewarded for the hardships they have endured. The Book of Mormon. The Pageant shows how who accepted the ofthose many of The Book of message Mormon in the years immediately following its publication and the founding of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-da- y Saints were driven from the settled parts of the United States. Though driven from the boundaries of the United States in 1846 following the death of Joseph Smith, Jr. and his War. Mexican-America- n The of the departure The best in craftsmanship of two centuries is now visible in the newly restored Manti Temple of the Church of Jesus Christ of Saints. ect was the planting of new trees, Mortal Moroni' Eating your way Mormon Battalion to defend the country which had just expelled Craftsmanship standards kept high during recent Manti Temple remodeling Latter-da- y Page 3 Special Mormon Miracle Pageant Supplement through the Pageant Without doubt, next to the entertainment value ofthe Pageant itself, one of the greatest attractions of the Mormon Miracle Pageant has to be the food. If certain foods corgure up Manti Tabernacle and the Manti Stake Center. By popular demand, the recipe for the tur- A nine-fobronze statue entitled The Moroni" is Mortal keys marinatingharbecuing the sauce follows: centerpiece of a meditation on LDS Church-owne- d garden Barbecued Turkey property west of the Pageant visions of happy, times 10 lbs. boneless turkey breast below Temple Hill. grounds in your life, the aroma of barbe- - 1 pint Wesson oil The statue was erected in cuing turkey will surely bring 1 quart Seven-U- p 1983 and was created by Dr. to Mirback the Mormon you 1 pint soy sauce Avard Fairbanks. acle Pageant 1 TB horseradish Seed money for the project This is not just turkey with 1 TB garlic powder was ' provided by the family of red, tomatoey sauce brushed on Marinate in a plastic conR. Clair Anderson. the late it. It is turkey bathed in a light tainer with a cover. Combine all concoction featuring no tomaMoroni, a warriorprophet ingredients and stir thoroughly, toes at all, soaked to add even making sure of a good mixture. who is a principal Book of more succulent juices, in a sauce Marinate for 18 to 24 hours in Mormon character, deposited tento scientifically designed refrigerator before barbecuing. the golden plates containingthe derize as well as flavor. The Barbecue slowly, do not over records of his people, early folcook or burn. Turn frequently, lowers of Christ on the Amerisubtlety of the sauce in which ihe turkey marinates lets the dipping into barbecue sauce with can continent, in a hillside in turkeys real flavor 'shine each turn of the meat Cook what was much later to become through, making converts even until meat is white when cut New York State. of people who thought turkey into with a knife. To store any According to The Book of was just for Thanksgiving. Barleftover meat, cover meat com- Mormon, Moronis people becued turkey, as well as roast pletely with the barbecue sauce dwindled in unbelief until they beef prepared to perfection, will and store in an airtight plastic were annihilated by their warbe presented as the entree of the bag or container and freeze. May like pagan brethren, the foredinners served by the wards of be heated later in a microwave. runners of todays native Amerithe stake at the historic rock Use within six months. cans. well-spe- According to local tradition, Moroni was fleeing the advanc- Buckle Up! area a full year installation of a new sprinkling to produce these elegant coversystem, and a new fence around ings. the Temple grounds. The walnut railings on the Of special interest is the new temples two spiral stairCelesthe cases are legends, and show the carpetingin Temples tial Room. Although the room superb work of the 19th century had been several craftsman who labored with hand ofthe remnant a times, original tools to construct this House of carpet laid in that room over a the Lord. century ago and was found in a An exterior entrance has local Manti home. The decision been provided where once a was made to produce an au- window stood on the south side thentic reproduction and the of the for use in gaining remnant was sent to a mill in access temple, to the baptistry. The origiEngland, which is one of the few nal font, resting on the backs of remaining in the world with a 12 cast iron oxen (representing loom capable of reproducing the the 12tribe8ofIsrael),hasbeen required 27 colors and shades of given a stainless steel liner. the original carpet The Temple is open only to One of the new sealing rooms members ofthe Church of Jesus n features a valuable Christ of Latter-da- y Saints who Persian carpet donated to the have current temple recomChurch by a Maryland couple. mends from their local church This lovely Persian carpet has a leaders, signifying their worthiTree of life" design. ness to participate in the ordiAnother of the temples ten nances performed in temples. sealing rooms features an altar Pictures of the interior, howand 30 chairs covered with a ever, are available and may be special needlepoint design. It seen at the Visitor's Center at took 64 women in the Manti- - the foot of temple hill. remodeled and extended, including three new sealing rooms, new dressing rooms, a childrens nursery area, and offices. Also remodeled were the chapel, cafe- teria, kitchen and laundry fa- cilities. Stone for the exterior of the building addition was taken from the old Parry quarry, which provided the original Temple building stone, and was donated by the descendants of the original master stone mason who was called to construct the Temple. Part of the renovation proj ing Indian armies when he dedicated the site of the present Manti LDS Temple. It was Moroni who later appeared to Joseph Smith, Jr. and told him where to find the plates which the prophet, with divine inspiration, translated. The resulting Book of Mormon, along with the Bible, The Ephraim-Sterlin- g ed author of the Mormon Miracle) $5.50 plus tax the basis of belief for members of the Church ofJesus Christ of Latter-da- y Saints. Another feature of the meditation garden is two plaques commemorating pioneer families who settled this area. available at: 100 N. building Main, Ephraim Co-o- p or Manti Messenger Office 35 S. Main, in Manti Please i Don't Litter! 77777777777, Manti region mission leaders offer special services effort is being made to make sure that their Pageant experience is a relaxed and enjoyable event for them. the Mormon Miracle Pageant The Visitor's Center at the The Area Presidency of the Utah Manti Temple will be open to South Area have offered the IDS welcome visitors to the Mormon members reserved seats for their Miracle Pageant providing the guests if they will send in resersame continuous information, vation cards to make possible welcome and service as is their that privilege. Mission presidents practice throughout the year. from the Manti, Gunnison, Friendly and warm members Ephraim, Mt Pleasant and are available to answer quesMoroni Stakes are cooperating tions and present video presenin managing the seating and tations concerning the history hosting effort and doctrines of The Church of Saints. Free copies of the Book of Jesus Christ of Latter-dato offered Mormon are being Under the direction of Mr. the guests, and and Mrs. Lynn Nielson, foreign Special opportunity is being offered to IDS members this year who wish to invite their friends to attend non-memb- er language interpretation of the dialogue of the Pageant will be provided for those who wish this service, copies of the Book of Movmon in a number of languages are available for those who wish them. Special seating is also being provided for the less active members of the Church whom active members wish to bring as guests. Special reservation cards are available for those purposes as well. y non-memb- er Craft Fair! July 11, 12, 13, 1991 cSanpete County Fairgrounds Exhibition Building end of Manti Main Street) (North Hours: Humorous stories from Ephraim's past (by the late Grace Johnson, Doctrine and Covenants, and The Pearl of Great Price form hand-wove- Sanpete Sampler 16-2- 0, ot nt ry Rising from a rocky promontory overlooking the rural fields of the Sanpete Valley, the Temple is visible from nearly every point in the valley, its white walls appearing at night like a ghostly apparition above the farmland. Since its renovation, the Manti Temple now has an entirely new electrical system, new plumbing, and new heating and cooling systems. Murals on the walls of several of the temple rooms have been professionally cleaned and restored, and a number of impressive new crystal chandelier lighting fixtures have been installed. In addition, 65 pieces of original furniture have been restored, and new furnishings, carpeting and draperies have been installed. Both the original and the new furnishings, including curtains and drapes, are of the Eastlake design, which was popular in the United States during the period in which the Temple was originally constructed. The Temple annexhasbeen statue centerpiece of meditation area 10 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. CEDAR CREST LOVED ONE NEED CARET, Richfield Care Center Nursing Care At Its Best Financial Assistance Available Let Us Be of Service if you Need our Care! Alzheimers Unit and Support Group 24 Hour Skilled Nursing Short Term Rehabilitation Long Term Nursing Respite Day Care Your Home Away From Hornet Lore Call us at 83 E. 1100 N. Richfield, Utah Our f 896-821- 1 BED AND BREAKFAST INN Approaching unique Cedar Crest Inn, South of Manti, Utah, buildings on guests will see European-styl- e In a beautiful mountain Inn, along setting. This grounds with offering attractive accommodations to tourists and vacationers, Is a frequent setting for area social functions as well as a favorite dining spot for those residing within driving distance. The west building, named Llnderhaus, Is named after the giant Linden tree Just south of It that was brought from Germany years ago as s tiny seedling. To the Kelsch family, who are the current owners and operators of the Inn, the tree Is symbolic of the spirit of Cedar Crest Daniel Funk, was the Ron Kelschs original developer of the area, then called Eagle Park. People came from miles around to spend time at the pioneer resort There 'ere bath houses by the lake, a dance floor, other facilities and men a steamboat on which visitors were taken on excursions around the lake. His daughter and husband, who planted the Linden tree, constructed the first adobe house on the hill overlooking Sterling Valley In 1882. The present Llnderhaus, pictured above, Incorporates the old home. It was built In 1969. Other estate-llk- s buildings have been added to accommodate additional guest rooms and banquet facilities. Cedar Crest specializes In wedding luncheons, and features a bridal sulto. Evening dining Is by reservation only. Five miles South of Manti East of Sterling on Palisade Lake Road |