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    October Monthly Theme Card | Becoming More Christlike | Free Young Women Theme Card Printable

    • September 30, 2017
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    • by Marissa

    Click here for details & to download the October Come Follow Me Theme Card – Becoming More Christlike

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    Come to the Temple – Turning Hearts Through Family History : Lesson No. 3 for Preparing for the Meridian, Idaho Temple Dedication

    • September 28, 2017
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    • by Marissa

    Lesson No. 3 – Turning Hearts Through Family History Learning Question: What is Family History? Why is it important? Song: Family History, I Am Doing It Video: The Purpose of Family   Why are families so important? Use this question to start a discussion about your own family and how it benefits each family member. Families are important…

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    Come to the Temple – Look to the Temple: Lesson No. 2 for Preparing for the Meridian, Idaho Temple Dedication

    • September 27, 2017
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    • by Marissa

    Lesson No. 2 – Look to the Temple Learning Question: How can I prepare to go to the temple? Song: I Love to See the Temple/ Choose the Right Read: Mosiah 2:1-6 What does it mean to “pitch your tent towards the temple”? By pitching our tent towards the temple, we’re focusing our efforts on being temple worthy.…

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    Come to the Temple – Ties that Bind: Lesson No. 1 for Preparing for the Meridian, Idaho Temple Dedication

    • September 26, 2017
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    • by Marissa

    Lesson No. 1 – Ties That Bind Learning Question: Why do we have temples? Song: Families Can Be Together Forever/ The Hearts of the Children How do temples differ from other church buildings? Video: Mormon Temples What ordinances take place in the temple and what do they mean? Family ties are eternal. Temples have and…

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    FREE Come Follow Me Study Guide for October – Becoming More Christlike

    • September 26, 2017
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    • by Marissa

    This guided study of Becoming More Christlike corresponds perfectly with the Come Follow Me curriculum for LDS Youth. Use this guide for building your testimony, preparing youth for weekly lessons, Personal Progress goals, or a women’s scripture study group.  October’s topic is Becoming More Christlike.   Each page contains a different question from the curriculum and the corresponding…

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    Come to the Temple – FREE Lessons for Families & Youth to Help Prepare for the Meridian, Idaho Temple Dedication

    • September 25, 2017
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    • by Marissa

    Our move to Idaho brought many things – cooler weather, 4 seasons, a new home, being back in an area that is surrounded by agriculture (which we love!), being closer to family, mountains, and the chance to be close to the Meridian, Idaho Temple. It’s been so fun to take our kids and see the…

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    Get Ready for General Conference with a Paper Clip – Revisited

    • September 8, 2017
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    • by Marissa

    Last night I took my daughter to choir practice. It was the first rehearsal and she was so excited. She loves music and trying new things, and we jumped at the chance to have her participate with an established group led by an accomplished director. Because it was the first rehearsal, he took a few…

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    YW Monthly Theme Card | September – Commandments | Free YW Printable

    • September 1, 2017
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    • by Marissa

    Click here for details & to download the September Come Follow Me Monthly Theme Card – Commandments

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    Increasing Self Worth & the Principle of Ministering One by One

    • August 30, 2017
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    • by Marissa

    I had the chance to read the book One by One  by Elder David A. Bednar and found that it was an excellent scriptural study in addition to an inspiring read on serving and loving as the Savior did. In his book he states, “The life and ministry of the Lord Jesus Christ are the greatest…

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    FREE Relief Society Visiting Teaching Printable for September 2017 – Of One Heart

    • August 28, 2017
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    • by Marissa

    Get prepared for September’s Visiting Teaching message by putting together this simple and FREE download. Simply print, cut, and color. Don’t forget to call your sisters and schedule your appointments!  The Visiting Teaching Message for September 2017 is Of One Heart. The topic for this month’s visiting teaching has been on my mind a lot lately. Probably because…

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    FREE: Come Follow Me Study Guide Printable for September – Commandments

    • August 22, 2017
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    • by Marissa

    This guided study of Commandments corresponds perfectly with the Come Follow Me curriculum for LDS Youth. Use this guide for building your testimony, preparing youth for weekly lessons, Personal Progress goals, or a women’s scripture study group.  September’s topic is Commandments.   Each page contains a different question from the curriculum and the corresponding talks, articles, and scriptures.…

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    Temple Blessings – YW Activity Idea

    • August 15, 2017
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    • by Marissa

    Looking for a fun youth activity for your Young Women? This fun idea puts a spiritual twist on goal setting and helps us keep our sights on receiving Temple Blessings. Download the free printable files, grab some pens and cheap frames and all you need is a treat! This idea first appeared as a guest post…

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