For Parents

Missionary Work in the Last Days

Dear Parents,

Despite the chaos of the world, the Lord’s work continues to move forth. We are witnessing the work of the Lord as temples are announced and constructed, as members worldwide diligently serve, and as missionaries volunteer their time to share the gospel of Jesus Christ. The Lord has also asked us to minister to the one. Whether that is an existing member of the Church or a new friend who has shown interest in our beliefs, the Lord knows them, and He knows you.

Gospel Discussions

Covenants and the Gathering of Israel

Share with your family some quotes from President Russell M. Nelson’s inspiring article on page 4 and discuss how keeping our covenants helps us “have the strength to resist the constant influence of the world.” If you have children who are preparing to serve a mission, share his teachings about missionaries doing “the greatest work on earth today.”

God Knows Each of Us

We are all Heavenly Father’s children, and He loves us. Because of this, He also cares about our personal conversion. Read Elder Jorge T. Becerra’s message on page 40 about his grandfather’s experience with personal conversion and discuss how you know that the Lord knows and loves you.

Having the Right Focus in Living the Gospel

To help your children better understand what to focus on as they try to live the gospel, read the article on page 30 to learn how a young adult changed her mindset to see the purpose of each commandment and gospel principle.

Come, Follow Me Family Fun

Links of Love

Isaiah 52

In Isaiah 52:7, the prophet tells us that Christ will give us peace, the gospel, and salvation.

1. Discuss ways you can share these great blessings through missionary work. List as many as your family can think of. (Examples: share the gospel with your friends; take your ancestors’ names to the temple to complete their ordinances.)

2. Place a Book of Mormon on one side of the room. Have one person stand at the other side and, without moving his or her feet, reach for the book. (Make sure the book is placed out of reach.)

3. Have each member of your family line up between the person at the side of the room and the Book of Mormon. Link hands, creating a chain of people, and pass the Book of Mormon to the first person. (By knowing how many people are in your group, you can estimate how far away to start the first person.)

Discussion: What kind of actions in our lives might create “links” to help others recognize the blessings of the gospel?

Here are a couple of conference addresses your family could read or listen to on this topic:

• Dieter F. Uchtdorf, “God Will Do Something Unimaginable,” Liahona, Nov. 2020, 51–54.

• Ahmad S. Corbitt, “You Can Gather Israel!” Liahona, May 2021, 61–64.

Submitted by Brenda Slade

From For the Strength of Youth Magazine

The Lord Gathers His People and Leads Them Out of Bondage

Elder Quentin L. Cook teaches how we can avoid bondage by gathering with the Lord’s people and following Him. And we should also let our light shine and lead others to Christ.

Technology and the Gathering

President Bonnie H. Cordon shares five ways to use technology to gather Israel.

Good Humor

Read some thoughts on good humor and the positive effect it can have in our lives.

From the Friend Magazine

Stay Media Smart

Read a story about Nathan, who learns to set healthy limits on his video game time. Then find more positive media tips in the For Older Kids section.

Help with Come, Follow Me

Find weekly activities to help make your family scripture study fun.

Family History Magazine

Learn how Liv and Melanie from Taiwan made their own magazine to document their family history.

Helping like Jesus

Meet Edrick from Guatemala and learn how he helps others, as Jesus did. Then help your child do this month’s Helping Hands Challenge.

For Little Friends

Find stories and activities in this section made especially for our youngest readers.