The office of priest is an office in the Aaronic Priesthood in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints.

Priests in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Today

Young men who reach the age of 16 are integrated into the priest quorum. Those who are worthy and interviewed by the bishop are ordained a priest by those who have the authority. A priest quorum can have up to 48 members, so priest quorums are rarely split, even in the largest wards.

The president of the priest quorum is the bishop and he holds the keys of the priesthood for this quorum. He calls a first assistant and a second assistant from among the quorum. These are not the first and second counselors that serve in the bishopric. Generally, the first assistant acts as a de facto president, but seeks approval from the bishop in everything he does. A secretary is also called.

Priests bless the sacrament and are able to administer baptism. They

In the Boy Scouts of America program, priests are part of the venture team. By this time, most boys have either obtained their Eagle Rank or will do so shortly, if at all. Scouting is generally only done for adventures and other more intensive activities.

An advisor is called to advise the quorum. Sometimes an assistant advisor is also called.

When the boys turn 18, or graduate from high school, depending on the situation, they are integrated into the elders quorum. Those that are worthy will receive the Melchizedek Priesthood and become an Elder.

A great deal of time is spent preparing for their future service as a missionary. All young men in the church are asked to serve missions at the age of 19.