Getting Started
What is the name of the big family tree website the Church has? Answer: FamilySearch
Family Search
Who are the people who lived before us that we can help in the temple?
Our ancestors who have died
What special buildings do members of the Church go to in order to help families?
Temples
What is one of the important things we do in the temple for people who have passed away?
Baptisms for the dead
Name one way records about our ancestors are kept safe.
They are often kept in archives or online databases.
What do we call the stories and information we learn about our grandparents and people who came before them?
Family History
What is one way you can help your parents or grandparents with family history work?
Help look for photos, write down stories you hear, go on family history outings
What is the name of the special promises we make with God in the temple?
Covenants
What does it mean to be sealed to your family in the temple?
To be connected to your family forever, even after death
What is the name of the angel who appeared to Joseph Smith and talked about records?
Moroni
What is one thing you can do to learn about your family history?
Ask your family members questions, look at old photos, read stories
What is one feeling you might have when you learn about your ancestors?
Curiosity, connection, gratitude, love
What is a temple recommend?
A card that shows you are worthy to enter the temple
What is the purpose of doing baptisms for the dead in the temple?
To give those who have passed away the opportunity to accept the gospel of Jesus Christ
What is a surname?
our last name or family name
What is a pedigree chart?
A chart that shows your family relationships going back through generations
Why is it important to learn about our family history?
To learn about where we come from, to feel connected to our families, and to help our ancestors
Who can go inside the temple?
Members of the Church who are worthy and have a temple recommend
What is one of the symbols you might see inside or outside a temple?
Angel Moroni statue, oxen statues, cornerstone
What is a primary source document for family history?
An original record from the time period you are studying, like a birth certificate or a letter
What is a personal history?
A record of someone's life experiences and memories
What is one thing you might find in an old photo album that helps with family history?
Names, dates, places, stories written on the back
What is one way temples are different from our regular church buildings?
Temples are dedicated to God and are where special ordinances are performed; regular church buildings are for weekly worship and activities.
How can learning about your ancestors help you feel closer to them?
By learning about their lives, challenges, and joys, you can feel a stronger bond with them.
What is one way you can share a story about your family with others?
By telling stories to your family, writing them down, or sharing photos