The JWHA newsletter is published quarterly. Members receive updates to access the latest articles before the next issue is available.
President’s Mark Staker Shares His Message
2025 Spring Event and Annual Conference Call for Papers! Details
2025 Membership Renewal
Thank you for your continued support over the years. The 2025 membership renewal invoices have been mailed, if you have renewed thank you. If not, please consider continuing to support JWHA’s mission by renewing your membership today. Your 2024 membership expires 12.31.2024.
With your help, we’ve been able to continue our mission.
If you have any questions or concerns about the renewal process, please feel free to contact Cheryle Grinter, Executive Director, jwha@jwha.info.
We are so grateful for your generosity and sincerely thank you for your support.
Giving Tuesday Scholarship Sponsorship
Each year at the annual conference, JWHA awards scholarships to promising scholars encouraging scholarly participation in JWHA’s mission: studies of Community of Christ or other communities of the Restoration Movement.
Scholarship awards vary year to year based on funds available, with your help and Giving Tuesday support we were able to raise $1,615 for 2025 scholarship awards. Want to support additional awards? It’s not too late to donate. Donate here, noting Giving Tuesday in the comment box or send a check to JWHA, P.O. Box 496, Independence, MO 64051, noting Scholarship on the memo line.
In Memoriam
JWHA is sad to announce that Dianne Shepard has passed away. Read obituary
Code of Conduct
At the September board meeting a determination was made to develop a Code of Conduct to promote our goal by outlining the core values of JWHA and the conduct we expect. Read the Code of Conduct.
JWHA Past Journals
We are delighted to share with you a unique opportunity to expand your personal libraries and support the mission of JWHA. We currently have a substantial inventory of previous editions of the John Whitmer Historical Association Journal available for purchase at significantly reduced prices. These journals are not only valuable resources for scholars and enthusiasts but also meaningful gifts for family, friends, or anyone with an interest in history. Visit our on-line store today.
Capital Campaign Match Off to a Good Start
We are off to a good start, moving closer to our $25,000 match campaign goal, thank you to those who have donated. Please consider supporting our goal of enhancing JWHA’s financial stability.
For your enjoyment – a letter from Joseph Smith III (who enjoyed a bit of good humor).
Visit the JWHA online store today – find your treasure!
If you have any comments, suggestions, or questions, please contact us at jwha@jwha.info. We always appreciate your input.
