0:00 Title sequence 1:23 Recapping past episodes 4:48 Women laying on of hands for healing 9:34 Eliza R. Snow, Zina D.H. Young & the power of God 18:30 Women & the gift of tongues 25:59 Background on the gift of healing 31:15 Joseph Smith’s statement supporting female ritual healing 38:56 Caretaking & temple rituals for healing 45:15 Statements about women’s healing blessings 50:57 Statements from Eliza R. Snow 54:34 Diary stories from Emmeline B. Wells & Zina D.H. Young 59:55 Conclusion - Next episode preview Join Scott Woodward, Casey Griffiths, and special guest Lisa Olsen Tait as they explore a fascinating chapter in LDS history: the role of women in performing healing blessings and administering to the sick in the early church. In this episode, the hosts examine how women participated in priesthood-related blessings and ministering practices in the 19th century—practices that, while common in the early church, are no longer performed today. Through historical documents, accounts, and scripture, this discussion illuminates how women exercised spiritual authority in healing and caring for others, offering a richer understanding of women’s roles in the foundations of the church. Perfect for members, scholars, and anyone curious about the evolving role of women and the priesthood. Show Notes/Transcript: https://scripturecentral.org/shows/church-history-matters/episodes/can-women-administer-to-the-sick-church-history-matters-i-women-and-priesthood-series-ep04