So it was going to be a Relief Society calling.

For one thing, women in Relief Society expected far more preparation from their teachers.

In 1892, she became a member of the general board of the Relief Society.

Relief Society, welfare farms, basement full of old food, the whole nine yards.

Many of these local initiatives are organized by the Relief Society.

The women's Relief Society, young people's groups, and worship services met each week.

By 1888, the Relief Society had more than 22,000 members in 400 local wards and branches.

Snow served as president of the Relief Society until her death in 1887.

Even the budget for the Relief Society, the women's auxiliary of the church, she noted, is controlled by men.

The Relief Society was also a forum for women.