Why visit a family history center? Maybe you have asked yourself this question. Since there are so many resources that can be accessed at any time, and virtually any place, by using a computer or even a phone, isn’t going to a Family History Center obsolete? In an article written by Annelie Hansen titled: Family… Read More Why Should I Visit a Family History Center?
I have spoken to many friends and associates who have attended RootsTech conferences in the past, they shared their experiences of attending the conference, with great enthusiasm. I have a strong desire to be part of this event, and had set a goal to attend 2020 RootsTech, being held in Salt Lake City, February 26-29,… Read More You Can Be There, Even If You’re Not
From 2017-2018, I had the opportunity of serving a Family History mission at the Sandy Remote Operation Center (affectionately called a ROC), one of many ROCs located throughout the world. Missionaries serving at a ROC, prepare records for FamilySearch, to “Hasten the Work of the Lord”. Remote Operation Centers prepare records to go out to… Read More Family History ROCs
Have you ever been working on family research and had a question? Maybe it was late at night or early in the morning, or when your family member, the source of all genealogy answers is not available. Where can you go to get the help you need right now? A great resource available to anyone… Read More Any Questions?
Have you ever used The Family History Guide to help you in you Family History work? If not you are in for a real treat! The Family History Guide has many tools available to help you, as you learn how to use FamilySearch, or sites such as; My Heritage, Find My Past, and Ancestry.com. An… Read More What’s In Your Toolbox?
The 2020 RootsTech conference is only a month away, but it’s not to late to register to attend February 26 – 29 at the Salt Palace Convention center. In an article written by Elizabeth Miller, posted to the RootsTech website; 10 Reasons to Attend RootsTech 2020. She gives the following 10 reasons you will want… Read More Coming Soon – 2020 RootsTech Conference
Recently the Granite Family History Center leadership team was discussing ways for our website visitors to receive help with specific problems they were having while working on their family history. We thought it would be a good idea to send this post out that was originally posted in July of 2020. We are looking forward… Read More Got Questions? We can help
Recently I was reflecting on the many blessings that have come into my life since being called to serve at the Granite Family History Center over a year ago. At the time I was called I was both overwhelmed and surprised that the Lord would want me to serve in a calling I knew so… Read More How the Granite Family History Center Has Blessed My Life
Research is fun, but it can feel frustrating when you feel like you’re just spinning your wheels. Having a research road map can help you focus and make more progress, stated Amy Johnson Crow in her class I attended at RootsTech 2019. Amy compared our genealogy research to a road trip. If we just want… Read More Research is Like a Road Trip
Family Discovery Day is quickly approaching. This free RootsTech family history event is designed especially for Latter-Day Saints. You’ll find fun for the whole family–a devotional by Elder and Sister Bednar, informational breakout sessions and hands-on activities. As mentioned, this is free, but you must register. Family Discovery is held on March 2 in conjunction… Read More Don’t Miss “Family Discovery Day”–and It’s Free