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Resources for Military Research

July 20, 2019

Other genealogical resources for researching military personnel are available. Here are three: FamilySearch.org, ancestry.com and Fold3.com. FamilySearch.org – In addition to millions of military records, FamilySearch’s Wiki includes a comprehensive list of most available databases organized by wars, soldiers and state. Ancestry.com – Ancestry.com’s U.S. Military Collection on Ancestry contains more than 100 million names… Read More Resources for Military Research

— Youth —

Join the Lord’s Youth Battalion Boot Camp

July 13, 2019

A Temple and Family History “Boot Camp” for youth ages 11+ is being sponsored by the Granite Family History Center August 6-8 from 10 am to noon. Registration is required by no later than Sunday, August 4. Register early since space is limited. Boot Camp is a fun way for youth to get excited to… Read More Join the Lord’s Youth Battalion Boot Camp

— Family Activities —

Finding Legacies of Faith Through Family History

July 10, 2019

This summer many of your youth have participated in pioneer treks. It is common for those going on trek to search out a pioneer ancestor to take with them to inspire them on the trek. Years ago researching a pioneer ancestor was not easy. Today it is a breeze thanks to FamilySearch. When you sign… Read More Finding Legacies of Faith Through Family History

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“I’ll Go Where You Want Me to Go” – Who Will You Take on Trek this Summer?

May 21, 2019

The youth of the Sandy Granite Stake are going on trek this summer, 20-22 June. In preparation for the trek, the youth have been active in activities to help them prayerfully find an ancestor to they can take with them on trek. On the ward nights at the FHC, Ron and Sherri Hicks, the trek… Read More “I’ll Go Where You Want Me to Go” – Who Will You Take on Trek this Summer?

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A Researcher’s All-in-One Helper Page – Just a Few Simple Clicks

May 11, 2019

Would you like to find all of the Record Hints, Possible Duplicates, Temple Opportunities, People with Memories, and even Pioneer Ancestors that are in your family tree on Family Search? There is a page on Family Search where all of this information is combined in one place and is easy to access. You don’t need… Read More A Researcher’s All-in-One Helper Page – Just a Few Simple Clicks

— Family —

Family Matters

May 8, 2019

Often I hear the comment, My [spouse][grandparent][parent][aunt] does the family history in my family. The comment infers that the individual is relieved of any family history responsibility because someone else in the family is “doing it.” On the other hand, I have also seen individuals anxiously engaged in family history on their own with no… Read More Family Matters

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Hidden Treasures-Internet Sites Where I Learned More about My Ancestors

April 27, 2019

In his 2018 Rootstech talk, President Dallin H Oaks said the following: “Family history starts when you learn about your ancestors. They are real people who lived before you and were part of a family. We need to be sealed to our ancestors so that we can live with them in the next life. When… Read More Hidden Treasures-Internet Sites Where I Learned More about My Ancestors

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Newspaper Research

April 23, 2019

Anyone who is serious about discovering their family history should never pass up an opportunity to supplement their research by using United States newspapers. Newspapers are often the best place to find such useful sources as obituaries, notices of land sales, probate notices, birth, marriage and death notices as well as day to day historical… Read More Newspaper Research

— Records —

25 Million New Records Added on FamilySearch in March

April 3, 2019

If you haven’t found that certain source for your relative, don’t give up. It might show up at any time. FamilySearch is continually adding additional free online records. Just last month, in March, over 25 million new indexed family history records from around the world were added. In addition, almost 180,000 new digital images were… Read More 25 Million New Records Added on FamilySearch in March

— Family Activities —

Take a Walk Down Memory Lane with “All About Me”

March 27, 2019

Have you checked out some of the fun activities FamilySearch has for you and your family? I decided to try All About Me. Doing this activity can help you learn what is special about your name and what was going on during the year you were born. First, let me warn you–some of the things… Read More Take a Walk Down Memory Lane with “All About Me”

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Resources for Military Research

Join the Lord’s Youth Battalion Boot Camp

Finding Legacies of Faith Through Family History

“I’ll Go Where You Want Me to Go” – Who Will You Take on Trek this Summer?

A Researcher’s All-in-One Helper Page – Just a Few Simple Clicks

Family Matters

Hidden Treasures-Internet Sites Where I Learned More about My Ancestors

Newspaper Research

25 Million New Records Added on FamilySearch in March

Take a Walk Down Memory Lane with “All About Me”