The members of the church believe that the priesthood is the eternal power and authority of God. God gives priesthood authority to worthy male members of the church so they can act in His name for the salvation of His children. They also believe that although the authority of the priesthood is bestowed only on worthy male members of the church, the blessings of the priesthood are available to all men, women, and children. They believe that through the priesthood, God created and governs the heavens and the earth. Through this power, He exalts His obedient children, bringing to pass the immortality and eternal life of man D&C 84:35–38. The exercise of priesthood authority in the church is governed by those who hold priesthood keys. Those who
