Ward Temple and Family History Plan

Announcements

We have a new Facebook page that we would love everyone to join! It is named “Temple and Family History – Tithing Hill Ward”. Please request to join, and we will admit you!

Callings

  • Temple and Family History Leader
  • RS and EQ Presidency Representatives
  • Priest and YW Presidency Representatives
  • Temple and Family History Consultants
  • Temple Preparation Instructor

Activities

  • Monthly Temple Outings
    • Adult Initiatories/Endowments: Scheduled on a recurring cycle with reminders in Sacrament and EQ/RS
    • Youth Baptisms: Scheduled on a recurring cycle with reminders in Sacrament and YM/YW
  • Temple and Family History Coordination Meetings: Brief informal ward temple and family history coordination meetings are held regularly.
    • Attendees: Temple and Family History Leader, RS and EQ Presidency Reps, Youth Presidencies Reps, Family History Consultants

Awareness

  • Ward Temple and Family History Facebook page: Keep it interesting
    • Temple picture with family
    • Family history/pictures
    • Contests/Challenges
  • Regular Contests/Challenges
    • Meeting/challenge schedules
    • Learning about and sharing ancestor history
    • 52 questions for 52 weeks to learn about family history
    • Everyone has their own family history accounts (11 and up)
    • Resource Spotlight

Teaching

  • Adult Temple Prep Class
  • 11 Year Prep Class
  • Temple and Family History Specific Trainings (TBD at a later date)

Reporting/Accountability

  • Help the Ward Council Create a Plan
    • Ward council in their respective areas should coordinate efforts
      • Quarterly sacrament meeting lessons/talks in RS/EQ/Youth
      • Regular Activities
      • Contests/Challenges
  • Temple and Family History Lead to Report Quarterly in Ward Council
    • Use existing reporting on LDS.org

Resources