The Granite FamilySearch Center theme for August is: “Remember and Record the Unexpected Hand of God in Your Life.” I love the picture that goes along with the theme. There are two little boys looking up at the sky saying, “Sometimes I just look up, smile, and say, I know that was you God! Thank… Read More Remember and Record the Unexpected Hand of God in Your Life
Elder Brent H. Nielson stated in his talk at General Conference this past April 2024: “My friends at FamilySearch have taught me that over one million new names are added to FamilySearch each day. If you didn’t find your ancestor yesterday, I invite you to look again tomorrow.” (See Link) A month ago, I was… Read More Lost and Found
The month of July holds a special place in my heart! We honor and remember the Founding Fathers of the United States, whose vision, courage, and dedication laid the foundation for our nation. These remarkable individuals united the thirteen colonies, fought for independence, and crafted the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution. Their commitment to liberty, justice,… Read More Connect Yesterday for Tomorrow
Have you ever been in a gathering of people and brought out your cell phone and used the “Relatives around Me” feature of Family Tree? (See link) I love finding that many of my neighbors and friends are actually cousins as well! That knowledge brings a whole new level of connection. While attending RootsTech six… Read More What’s My Line?
On September 9, 2024, President Russell M. Nelson will celebrate his 100th birthday. In June, 100 days before his birthday, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints’ newsroom shared President Nelson’s invitation for people around the world to extend a gift of love for his 100th birthday. (See link) In a message posted to… Read More Be the One Who Finds the 1
Note: This article was previously published on The Family History Guide Blog. (see link) As we celebrate Independence Day in the United States, let’s remember our ancestors who lived in British Colonial America (what the United States used to be). There are some helpful resources in The Family History Guide to get you started or… Read More Tracing Your Ancestors in Colonial America
The world is full of noise – some of it encourages us to do good things, and some of it encourages us to do things that might not be in our best interest. How prepared are we to discern which voice to listen to? How often do we do something, only to realize that perhaps… Read More LEVEL-UP YOUR FOUNDATION
Elder Gerritt W. Gong has counseled, “Connecting with our ancestors can change our lives in surprising ways. From their trials and accomplishments, we gain faith and strength. From their love and sacrifices, we learn to forgive and move forward. Our children become resilient. We gain protection and power.” (link to talk) It is difficult to know… Read More “Extra, Extra, Read All About It” in Utah Digital Newspapers
1986. Vionville. An unusual appointment … I never go to France in the winter time, but in 1986 our daughter Monique was released from her French-Belgium mission on Thanksgiving Day. It was my privilege and opportunity to go and pick her up and take her to visit my family, particularly my mother who was 96… Read More Vionville. An Unusual Appointment…
The Family History Center theme for the month of June is, “Remember and Record How You Were Healed Spiritually or Physically from a Priesthood Blessing.” June is also the month we honor and celebrate Fathers. My forefathers were among the first converts to join the church, mostly from England. As my ancestors came to the… Read More A Time I Was Healed