Born in Becket, Massachusetts on January 21, 1804, Eliza Roxy Snow was the second of seven children born to Oliver and L. Pettibone Snow. Her younger brother, Lorenzo Snow, born ten years later, would go on to serve as President of the Church. The Snow family descended from the Puritans in New England, but embraced the Baptist religion. Still, they frequently invited members of other religions into their home, including Sidney Rigdon. After five years of pondering and prayerful consideration, Eliza was baptized on April 5, 1835 at the age of 31. She soon moved to live with the Saints … Continue reading →