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The New Companion Revelation: Evidence of Spiritual Wifery in the First British Mission

Authors

Jeremy W. Hoop Independent Researcher Author

Keywords:

Joseph Fielding, British Mission, William Clayton, Sarah Crooks, Hiram Clark, Theodore Turley

Abstract

This paper explores British Mission President Joseph Fielding's documentation of a form of promiscuous spiritual wifery happening in Manchester, England between 1839 and 1841. Corroborating sources to Fielding's description that provide other possible evidence of British spiritual wifery are discussed thoroughly. The primary documents examined are:

1. Joseph Fielding's September 2, 1841 journal entry

2. Theodore Turley's high council trial in 1841.

3. Accounts of Hiram Clark's unbecoming behavior with women in England

4. William Clayton's Manchester Diary

5. Various other evidence in the historical record of spiritual wifery in England from 1840 - 1848.

A version of this paper was given at the JMP Conference on March 21, 2025.

Author Biography

Jeremy W. Hoop, Independent Researcher

Jeremy W. Hoop is an American actor, musician, and filmmaker known for his work in independent Latter-day Saint-themed films. Some notable acting roles are: "The Testaments: Of One Fold and One Shepherd" produced by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, and "Charly." He also is a singer and songwriter blending rock, folk, and inspirational themes. His YouTube channel StillMormon examines documentation regarding early Mormon polygamy.