by Larry Richman | Nov 27, 2023
Threats to children’s internet safety include invasions of privacy, cyberbullying, sexting and harassment. Options to protect your children include parental controls, apps and tracking software. But the most effective way to keep your kids safe is to talk with them...
by Larry Richman | Nov 3, 2023
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has published a short series of lessons and videos to help young people use technology more effectively and safely. In these lessons and videos, you will learn about “Purpose, Plan and Pause.” Purpose. Ask yourself, “Why...
by Larry Richman | Oct 31, 2023
The Church has announced that the 2024 youth theme is “I am a disciple of Jesus Christ” (3 Nephi 5:13). The theme song, posters, banner, and downloadable artwork are available now at youth.ChurchofJesusChrist.org. Additional resources will be available in the...
by Larry Richman | Oct 24, 2023
To help children better understand the covenant of baptism and receiving the gift of the Holy Ghost, a special Baptism and Confirmation issue of the Friend magazine is now available. This new resource was created for parents, children, leaders, Primary teachers, and...
by Larry Richman | Oct 18, 2023
In the video “Future Missionaries,” Elder Christofferson explains that this generation of missionaries will be more successful than any generation in leading others to Jesus Christ. Elder Quentin L. Cook adds that this is the generation of Latter-day Saint...
by Larry Richman | Oct 13, 2023
October is National Bullying Prevention Month. This article reviews key resources provided by the Church and other organizations to help prevent bullying. Resources from the Church Teaching Children About Bullying Church Applauds Community Efforts to Fight Suicide,...
by Larry Richman | Sep 11, 2023
For Church recreational properties in the United States and Canada, the priority for scheduling and using the camps is being changed to give priority to larger stake groups, increase accessibility for Young Men groups, and add stake youth combined activities into the...
by Larry Richman | Aug 18, 2023
The next Friend to Friend episode will premier 2 September 2023. Join the hosts and the Primary General Presidency to learn about being a child of the covenant. There will be music, a visit from Louie the Toucan, and a fun craft. This 20-minute episode is fun,...
by Larry Richman | Aug 9, 2023
The Church has published a new video “Miguel’s Sabbath Lesson | The Covenant Path” on the Gospel for Kids YouTube channel. This video teaches children about the Sabbath Day. Find more videos for children on the Gospel for Kids YouTube channel in English,...
by Larry Richman | Jul 26, 2023
The Friend magazine has published a special issue about baptism and confirmation. It includes four sections: Following Jesus Christ by Being Baptized, Confirmation and the Gift of the Holy Ghost, Belonging to Jesus Christ’s Church, and Following Jesus Every Day. Each...
by Larry Richman | Jun 30, 2023
Jesus Blessed the Children is one of the children’s videos on the Gospel for Kids YouTube channel of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Jesus loves children! He prayed for and blessed them. We can come to Him by learning about Him and trying to...
by Larry Richman | Jun 22, 2023
The Church’s Friend magazine has begun a new Instagram account at Instagram.com/thefriendmag with articles, artwork, and stories from children around the world. This is a place where you can find ready-made, kid-friendly Come, Follow Me activities, videos, crafts,...
by Larry Richman | Jun 21, 2023
The Church has added more resources for people with disabilities, including Bible Videos in ASL and audio description formats, 25 translated disability resource videos, and new and translated gospel symbols in nine languages. Bible Videos in ASL. The Church’s Bible...
by Larry Richman | Jun 7, 2023
The Liahona magazine has published a pattern for parenting based on gospel principles and supporting research. This guide can help you create meaningful relationships, nurture faith and growth, and build unity and resilience in your family. The article identifies...
by Larry Richman | May 10, 2023
The section “Truth Will Make You Free” in the For the Strength of Youth guide explains that God wants us to always be learning and seeking truth. But when we have questions, how can we find answers? Having questions is not a sign of weakness or lack of...