"Family Home Evening Ideas," Ensign, Feb 2010, 73
Janice H. Johnson, Utah, USA
Janice H. Johnson, "Gospel Principles," Ensign, Feb. 2010, 73
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"Helps for Home Evening," Ensign, Feb. 2010, 73
"Becoming an Influential Father," on page 12. As part of the lesson, consider having an open discussion with your family about which points from this article would help create greater love and unity in the family.
"Start Rowing," on page 62. If possible, you may want to reenact Elder Groberg's experience. This demonstration could lead to a discussion about the importance of praying and "rowing."
"Choosing Right When the World Is Wrong," on page 22. This article allows for personal reflection and analysis. After reading Elder Didier's experience in the military, ask family members to ponder and share how they can: "Be in the world but not of the world."
"Learning to Love Learning," on page 26. Decide as a family something you want to learn about that can fuel your "unceasing curiosity and love of learning." Consider ways to continue "learning to love learning" as a family.
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