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Auxiliaries is a term used to refer to organizations within the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints structure that are not part of the normal priesthood structure of organization. Organizations such as Sunday School, Relief Society, and Primary are examples of church auxiliaries that, while not part of the priesthood leadership, are designed for the edification and benefit of the members.