"The Living Christ: The Testimony of the Apostles" is a 2000 restatement of doctrine of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church). Description The document is a one-page declaration that was issued on January 1, 2000 and was signed by the fifteen apostles in the LDS Church: the three members of the First Presidency and the members of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles. The declaration commemorates the birth of Jesus and is a reaffirmation of church doctrines and teachings about him. The text includes quotations of significant scriptural passages from the Bible and other LDS Church scriptures and identifies Jesus as the Jehovah of the Old Testament and Messiah of the New Testament. According to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, the document is meant to commemorate the birth of Jesus Christ approximately two millenia prior. Contents Although the Proclamation presents no new doctrines, it provides an official statement of the church on Jesus. Throughout the work are titles of Jesus. Titles of Jesus Jesus Christ Jehovah of the Old Testament Messiah of the New Testament Creator Firstborn of the Father Only Begotten Son in the flesh Firstfruits of them that slept Redeemer of the world Risen Lord Living Christ The First and the Last Advocate with the father King of Kings Lord of Lords Immortal Son of God King Immanuel The light, the life, and the hope of the world Use and purpose Since it was issued, the document has been frequently featured in church magazines and publications. One commentator has suggested that "the document may have been created to strengthen LDS Christian claims". The Church has recommended that members place a copy somewhere in their home where they will see it, and to study the document often. Signatures The document was signed by the following individuals: See also Public relations of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints The Family: A Proclamation to the World The Restoration of the Fulness of the Gospel of Jesus Christ: A Bicentennial Proclamation to the World Proclamations of the First Presidency and the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles Notes External links "The Living Christ: The Testimony of the Apostles", churchofjesuschrist.org "The Living Christ: The Testimony of the Apostles", churchofjesuschrist.org (PDF) 2000 documents 2000 in Christianity Latter Day Saint statements of faith Latter Day Saint doctrines regarding deity Jesus in Christianity The Church of Jesus Christ