Fall 1856 to Summer 1857. Although the Mormon Reformation may have had some positive effects in improving morals and increasing unity, Brigham Young and other Church leaders used harsh rhetoric and expounded some extreme doctrines to "purify" the people. Individuals were questioned about their behavior and often made public confessions of wrong-doing. Rebaptism became the norm. Entering or expanding the practice of polygamy was considered a sign of zeal.