August 2016 Family Home Evening Ideas The Hope of Eternal Family Love Henry B. EyringThe Hope of Eternal Family LovePresident Henry B. Eyring teachings that because of the Atonement of Jesus Christ, we can, by our faith and repentance, become worthy of the celestial kingdom, where families are bound together in love forever. Sharing Eternal Happiness Families Are Forever Nurturing Families TogetherThis month’s visiting teaching message emphasizes the importance of loving, caring for, and serving your own family. We should speak kindly to our family members and be willing to nurture our family relationships. April 2016 Conference Notebook April 2016 Conference NotebookHelps for studying and applying the recent teachings of the living prophets and apostles and other Church leaders. Henry B. EyringEternity David A. BednarA Remission of Our Sins Divine Roles of Men We Believe in Keeping the Ten Commandments David FullmerTen Reasons I Love the Book of Mormon Chris DeaverA Far Greater GiftA man reflects on the teachings of his Primary teacher, who showed by example his love for the Prophet Joseph Smith, the scriptures, the Savior, and his Primary class. News of the Church David A. BednarAccepting the Lord’s Will and TimingElder David A. Bednar shares an experience of speaking with Elder Neal A. Maxwell about battling cancer. Elder Maxwell told him that not shrinking is better than surviving. Elder Bednar asks a new husband if he has the faith to not be healed. Brian K. AshtonHelping Youth TeachBrian K. Ashton of the Sunday School general presidency explains the benefits and blessings of youth teaching other youth. He gives suggestions on what adult leaders can do to help youth succeed at teaching. Sharon EubankBeing a Woman: An Eternal PerspectiveSharon Eubank describes how she considers the Church to be a “woman’s church” because of the true doctrine of Christ. She gives three suggestions that will help us with our practice of the doctrine. Gene R. CookThe Lost ScripturesElder Gene R. Cook tells the story of having his scriptures stolen while visiting a mission in Bolivia. After many prayers and searching, his scriptures are found and returned by a woman who ends up being baptized into the Church. Latter-day Saint Voices Emergency Preparedness: Earthquakes and Demijohns Physical Health: Weight Loss and the Word of Wisdom Employment: A Lot of Faith, a Little Furniture Finances: Oatmeal, Bread, and Rice and Beans Food Storage: Canned Cheese and Mortgage Rates On the Path to Greater Self-RelianceA self-evaluation to see how well you are doing at becoming self-reliant. Young Adults Rooted in Christ L. Whitney ClaytonRooted in ChristElder L. Whitney Clayton teaches that Christ promises us an abundant life when we have faith in and obey Him. He tells the story of how the seeds from a scrub oak tree fell into a flowerpot and grew deep roots. Our faith in Christ needs to be rooted deep into our hearts. Kathy Kipp ClaytonYou Are Royalty Youth Brittney Ann HarmanRescued by My Brother Mormonad: Don’t Get Sucked In Miriam SweeneyGetting a Jump on Her FutureAn 11-year-old girl takes an interest in self-reliance classes offered by the Church. She begins a business renting out trampolines in her community. She becomes a leader in her group meeting and finds fulfillment by helping others become more self-reliant. I have a friend who feels like she doesn’t have any friends at church except me. What can I do to help her? Timothy J. DychesOnly with the Help of God Thomas S. MonsonHow to Stay WorthyPresident Thomas S. Monson teaches that society’s morals are growing ever further away from the standards of the Church. He counsels youth to avoid media that portrays behavior that doesn’t align with God’s laws, pornography, and drugs and alcohol. A strong testimony of Jesus Christ and His gospel will protect youth from the evil that surrounds them. Ismael Ezequiel Polanco AlmonteSearching for GodA young man who had always searched for God finally found Him and felt His Spirit when his friend invited him to seminary. Children Randy D. FunkBeing Where We Should BeElder Randy D. Funk shares an experience about choosing to attend a Church activity rather than a party. He explains that having the Holy Ghost with us at all times helps us to always stand in holy places. Ray GoldrupThe Little Bottle of Silence Laura GoodrichHands, Heart, and a SmileA mother explains to her daughter that it isn’t lipstick that makes you beautiful—it’s service, love, and happiness. D. Todd ChristoffersonWhy are families so important? Our PageChildren share their testimonies of Jesus Christ, the Church, the Book of Mormon, and temples. Samuel Testified I Can Read the Book of Mormon Samuel Teaches about JesusSamuel the Lamanite prophecies to the people that Jesus Christ would soon be born. He tells of the signs of His birth. Coloring Page Matthew CowleyMiraclesA couple brings their blind, deaf, and dumb little boy to Elder Cowley, who gives him a priesthood blessing. The child is healed. Elder Cowley visits New Zealand and participates in administering to a deceased man who comes back to life. Insights