Jane Manning Travels to Nauvoo

Where Jane Manning lived, some people treated her poorly because of her skin color. One day, she heard a missionary teaching. Soon she was baptized.

Jane’s family was baptized too. They all wanted to be with the Saints in Nauvoo. So they began their journey.

Jane’s family wanted to travel by boat for part of the trip, but they did not have enough money. So they had to walk 800 miles (1,300 km).

They had to cross a deep stream and sleep outside in the cold. But they were determined to reach Nauvoo. They cheered themselves up by singing as they walked.

Jane’s family walked until their shoes wore out and their feet got hurt. But when they prayed to God for help, He healed their feet.

They helped people they met along the way. They even helped heal a sick child because of their faith.

Finally, Jane and her family reached Nauvoo! When Joseph Smith heard all they had been through, he told Jane, “God bless you. You are among friends now.”

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Jesus Wants Me to Love Everyone

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How do you show love to others?