As a Church leader, you help individuals and families find peace and strength in Jesus Christ as they worship in the temple and serve their ancestors.
Always Focus First on the Savior
As you invite members to worship in the house of the Lord and perform ordinances for ancestors, start with the Savior. Share how temple covenants and ordinances bind us to the Savior, help us feel guidance and comfort, and strengthen us with His protection and power. Learn More
That in the dispensation of the fulness of times he might gather together in one all things in Christ, both which are in heaven, and which are on earth; even in him.
Ephesians 1:10
Use Ordinances Ready
Help members use Ordinances Ready—the easiest way for all members to gather others to the Savior by successfully finding family-related names of those who need saving temple ordinances. Learn More
Use Ordinances Ready
Add What You Know
Encourage all members to simply add what they know to their family tree—names, photos, life events, stories, and other memories of loved ones who can be gathered to the Savior.
Leaders helping new members and youth prepare for their first temple baptism and confirmation experience may use Family Name Assist.
Downloadable Resources
VideoPromised Blessings Video
Modern Apostles, including Elders David A. Bednar, Quentin L. Cook, Neil L. Andersen, and Dale G. Renlund, have promised many powerful blessings to those who participate in family history and temple service.
PDFOrdinances Ready Flyer
This downloadable flyer has information about Ordinances Ready and a link to the experience.
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“Temples are a vital part of the Restoration of the gospel of Jesus Christ in its fulness. Ordinances of the temple fill our lives with power and strength available in no other way.”
President Russell M. Nelson, COVID-19 and Temples
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