In the 2015 General Priesthood Session, Elder Neil L. Anderson spoke of faith saying that, “Faith is not by chance, but by choice.” (link) The scriptures give several examples of the Savior either commending people for their faith or admonishing them to exercise more faith. A question we could all ask ourselves is how would the Savior perceive my… Read More Increasing Our Faith Through Family History Work
The 24th of July is a natural time for us to reflect on our family history. Many of us may not have Utah pioneer ancestors, however, one dictionary definition of “pioneer” is one who “prepares the way for others to follow.” We all have stories of “those who have prepared the way for us to… Read More Different Kinds of Pioneers
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
These past three months as I prepared to participate on our Stake Youth Trek, I took the opportunity to review my pioneer heritage. For me, 30 of my 32 great-great-great-grandparents crossed the plains as early members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints as pioneers. Fifteen of my 16 great-great-grandparents also came as… Read More Where Did Your Legacy of Faith Begin?
In President Russell M. Nelson’s opening remarks in the October General Conference he stated: “The long-standing objective of the Church is to assist all members to increase their faith in our Lord Jesus Christ and in His Atonement, to assist them in making and keeping their covenants with God, and to strengthen and seal their families.… Read More December 2018 – Director’s Message