My relative was born in the covenant, but that does not show in Family Tree

Article Id: 1028
January 16, 2025
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Understanding "born in the covenant" (BIC)

"Born in the covenant" indicates that a child was born after their parents were sealed in the temple. This means that the child is automatically sealed to their parents for eternity. The "born in the covenant" status is recorded in the person’s Church membership record by the Membership Department and appears in Family Tree.

How "born in the covenant" appears in Family Tree

"Born in the covenant" is displayed in Family Tree based on the parents' status:

  • Both parents deceased:
    • The Sealing to Parents ordinance shows "Not Needed."
    • A message displays: "This person was born in the covenant and does not need to be sealed to parents."
    • The full names of the deceased parents are included.
  • One or both parents living:
    • The Sealing to Parents ordinance shows "Completed."
    • A message displays: "Born in the Covenant."
    • Names of living parents do not appear for privacy.

Fixing missing "born in the covenant" status

If "born in the covenant" is missing in Family Tree:

  1. Correct parent-child relationships:
    • Ensure that relationships are correctly recorded (biological, adoptive, or step).
  2. Merge duplicates:
    • If the person is deceased, locate and merge any duplicate records in Family Tree.
  3. Verify membership records:
    • Consult with your local ward or branch clerk to update membership records.

Getting help

If you need further help, contact FamilySearch Support.

Under what circumstances is a child considered “born in the covenant” (BIC)?
How do I specify biological, step, adopted, and foster relationships in Family Tree?
How do I merge possible duplicates in Family Tree?

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