by Larry Richman | Sep 5, 2024
The next Friend to Friend episode, “Sharing the Love of Jesus with Others,” will be available for streaming beginning Saturday, September 14, 2024. This episode features messages from President Jeffrey R. Holland, Acting President of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles,...
by Larry Richman | Aug 2, 2024
The Church is beginning to publish the book Teachings of the Presidents of the Church: Russell M. Nelson. Four chapters of the book are now in Gospel Library in 12 languages. This is the 17th manual in the series Teachings of the Presidents of the Church that was...
by Larry Richman | Jun 14, 2024
If you have a family reunion this summer, consider these activities to make memories and help your kids enjoy learning about their family. The site www.TheGenealogyKids.com has a bunch of fun games to help kids learn about their family. Also, watch the video 20...
by Larry Richman | May 28, 2024
For years, a self-reliance group offered by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has been helping people strengthen emotional resilience through a stronger connection to Jesus Christ. The manual Finding Strength in the Lord: Emotional Resilience is...
by Larry Richman | May 21, 2024
The Family History Guide offers an extensive list of family history activities for individuals, youth, and children. With a bit of planning and a list of ideas, family history activities can become part of your everyday lives and unite your family in remarkable ways....
by Larry Richman | Feb 19, 2024
The Church is publishing a pocket version of the booklet For the Strength of Youth: A Guide for Making Choices, as well as a special issue of the For the Strength of Youth magazine focused on “Jesus Christ Is the Strength of Youth.” These two items will be shipped to...
by Larry Richman | Jan 23, 2024
In 2024, FSY sessions will be offered virtually in the United States and Canada for those who are not able to attend in person or prefer to attend from home. Additionally, sessions will be offered in American Sign Language (ASL). Virtual FSY Sessions in U.S. and...
by Larry Richman | Jan 10, 2024
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints provides a library of Gospel Language Symbols, which are simple images for more than 150 gospel terms. The images in the library can be used to teach the gospel to children of all abilities. The library was originally...
by Larry Richman | Jan 8, 2024
The Church has published a music video for the 2024 youth theme “I Am a Disciple of Jesus Christ” based on the theme from 3 Nephi 5:13. The video shows the power of being a disciple. It was written by Nik Day. The full lyrics are found below. This video is available...
by Larry Richman | Jan 5, 2024
Did you buy your child a new phone or tablet for Christmas? Do you know what is accessible on that device? Accountability is the key to avoiding pornography and teaching our children how to thrive in the digital age. We have written before about Covenant Eyes, a...
by Larry Richman | Dec 27, 2023
Logan Temple © by Ken Fortie. Used with permission The Church offers many resources that parents, teachers, leaders, and members can use to learn about the temple and prepare to attend for the first time. Key Resources Temple Preparation Resources for Personal Study....
by Larry Richman | Dec 13, 2023
For many families, watching Christmas movies together is a favorite tradition. While Netflix does not have a fantastic selection of Christmas movies, there are enough to enjoy. The Third Hour has published a list of Christmas movies appropriate for small children. See...
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 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...