Since President Nelson was sustained as the president of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, we have seen changes in a number of the programs and activities of the church. These changes are designed to move us to a higher level, change who we are, and help us prepare for the second coming… Read More New Focus at the Granite Family History Center
“Love is … at the center of our temple and family history effort to gather Israel on the other side of the veil. When we learn of the trials and hardships our ancestors faced, our love and appreciation for them is magnified. Our temple and family history effort has been strengthened to a significant degree… Read More Love at the Center of Temple and Family History Efforts
When I ask an individual whether they have their four-generations completed (which includes yourself, your parents, grandparents, and your great-grandparents), the response I frequently get is one of two responses: “Oh, my (aunt, grandma, or insert random family member here) is my family’s genealogist. I’m sure he/she has done it all.” Or, “My family has… Read More Leaves and Branches
This week the Granite Family History Center sponsored an action packed activity for youth 11-18 years old entitled “The Lord’s Youth Battalion Boot Camp.” The idea for the three day camp was in response to President and Sister Nelson’s Worldwide Youth Devotional last summer where he invited every young woman and every young man in… Read More Boot Camp Helps Youth Prepare to Gather Israel!
Although it was more than four decades ago when I received my endowment in the temple, I have never forgotten the impact it had on me. The endowment ordinance itself was a rich spiritual experience, but it was what happened afterward that left an indelible impression on me. As I was walking back to the… Read More Saving Ordinances – Joy on Both Sides of the Veil
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
On Easter Sunday 183 years ago (April 3, 1836), Jesus Christ, Moses, Elias and Elijah appeared to Joseph Smith and Oliver Cowdery in the Kirtland Temple. The keys of the priesthood restored at that time provided the power whereby eternal families could be established in these the latter days. The importance of eternal families and… Read More Sealing Keys Restored
A number of years ago I attended the funeral of the father of a friend of mine. I was particularly touched and impressed by a tribute paid by one of the father’s daughters. She expressed great appreciation to her father for giving her “roots and wings.” Since that day I have pondered this concept many… Read More Roots and Wings