Sunday Lesson 13: Patriarchal Blessings

Discussion Questions

Why would the Lord want me to have a patriarchal blessing?•
How can I better understand and participate in the fulfillment • of my blessing?
When and with whom is it appropriate for me to share my • patriarchal blessing? (see True to the Faith [2004], 113).

Additional Resources
Thomas S. Monson, “Be Thou an Example,” • Ensign and Liahona, May 2005, 112–15.
“Help can come to you from many sources. One is your patriarchal blessing. Such a blessing contains chapters from your book of eternal possibilities. Read your blessing frequently. Study it carefully. Be guided by its cautions. Live to merit its promises” (p. 114).
Julie B. Beck, “You Have a Noble Birthright,” • Ensign, May 2006, 106–8.
“About Patriarchal Blessings,” • New Era, Mar. 2004, 32–35.

Sunday Lesson 9: A Young Woman as a Peacemaker in Her Home

A Young Woman as a Peacemaker in Her Home “The blessed part of being a peacemaker is that those who are peacemakers and who live the gospel principles receive a testimony borne of the Holy Ghost. They enjoy the peace that surpasseth all understanding, relief from inner tensions, joy and happiness, contentment, growth, and development” (Franklin D. Richards, in Conference Report, Oct. 1974, p. 154; or Ensign, Nov. 1974, p. 107).

Romans 12: 14-21
14 Bless them which persecute you: bless, and curse not.
15 Rejoice with them that do rejoice, and weep with them that weep.
16 Be of the same mind one toward another. Mind not high things, but condescend to men of low estate. Be not wise in your own conceits.
17 Recompense to no man bevil for evil. Provide things honest in the dsight of all men.
18 If it be possible, as much as lieth in you, live peaceably with all men.
19 Dearly beloved, avenge not yourselves, but rather give place unto wrath: for it is written, Vengeance is mine; I will repay, saith the Lord.
20 Therefore if thine enemy hunger, feed him; if he thirst, give him drink: for in so doing thou shalt heap coals of fire on his head.
21 Be not overcome of evil, but overcome evil with good.

Discussion Questions
What could bring the spirit of peace into my home?
What am I doing to bring peace and harmony to my family?
How can I be a peacemaker among my ward family, especially among the young women in our class?

Additional Resources
James E. Faust, “The Healing Power of Forgiveness,” Ensign and Liahona, May 2007, 67–69.
Henry B. Eyring, “Our Hearts Knit as One,” Ensign and Liahona, Nov. 2008, 68–71.
3 Nephi 12:9; Doctrine and Covenants 64:9–11.
Experience
Personal Progress: Divine Nature value experience 7.

Beehives Fire Adventure!

Upcoming Sunday Lesson (Feb 28th, taught by Advisors)

Lesson 8: Improving Communication Skills

Poor Communication

• Making no effort to understand each other’s needs and problems
• Not choosing a good time
• Trying to communicate in a noisy and disruptive physical environment
• Not communicating with love

Good Communication

• Making efforts to understand each other’s needs
• Planning for an appropriate time
• Consulting with everyone involved
• Communicating love as well as needs

 Barriers to Communication

•  Sending an unclear message
• Not listening
• Ignoring the speaker
• Not being trustworthy
• Embarrassing someone in front of others
• Not understanding each other

 Benefits of Communication

• Helps us understand others’ feelings, joys, and sorrows
• Helps others understand us
• Prevents problems caused by misunderstandings
• Helps us care about others and feel unity with them

  Ways to Improve Communication in the Family

• Be a good listener.
• Accept other members of the family as they are.
• Confide in parents and other family members.
• Care about the interests of other family members.
• Be affectionate.
• Give sincere compliments and approval.
• Keep confidences shared with you.
• Help to create a good environment for communication.

Additional Resources
Robert D. Hales, “Christian Courage: The Price of • Discipleship,” Ensign and Liahona, Nov. 2008, 72–75.
Jeffrey R. Holland, “The Tongue of Angels,” • Ensign and Liahona, May 2007, 16–18.
Proverbs 15:1; Ephesians 4:29; 2 Nephi 25:26–27; Doctrine • and Covenants 20:54; 108:7.


Experiences
Personal Progress: Divine Nature value experience 3.
Have each young woman select a standard in For the Strength of Youth (pamphlet, 2001), and have her initiate a discussion with her parents on that subject.  

 

 

Upcoming Sunday Lesson (Feb 21, taught by Advisors)

“Lesson 7: Living in Love and Harmony,” Young Women Manual 2, 25

• What makes families harmonious?
• Why can’t something or someone have harmony by itself or herself?
• What experiences have I had where I was treated in a Christlike manner? What were the results of these experiences?
• What are some ways Christ would have me treat my family? How would this affect my family?

Quotes

“No other success can compensate for failure in the home” --President David O. McKay

Scriptures
Matthew 22:36–39 

36 Master, which is the great commandment in the law?
37 Jesus said unto him, Thou shalt alove the Lord thy God with all thy bheart, and with all thy soul, and with all thy cmind.
38 This is the first and great acommandment.
39 And the second is like unto it, Thou shalt alove thy neighbour as thyself.

Additional Resources
Thomas S. Monson, “To Learn, to Do, to Be,” Ensign and Liahona, Nov. 2008, 60–62, 67–68.
Joseph B. Wirthlin, “Life’s Lessons Learned,” Ensign and Liahona, May 2007, 45–47.
For the Strength of Youth (pamphlet, 2001), 6.

Experience

Personal Progress: Divine Nature value experience 5; • Individual Worth value experience 3; Good Works value experience 5.

New Beginnings, February 10th

Our Miss Values Beauty Queens!

Cakes by Riley! Beautiful and delicious.

Upcoming Activities

Saturday, February 6th

Youth Temple Trip

We will be leaving at 3pm and will return by 6pm on Saturday.  We will not be stopping to eat this time. 
If you still need a recommend, contact the Bishop or one of his counselor for an interview.

Wednesday, February 10th

New Beginnings 7pm-  We will Parents and their daughters are invited to attend.

This is an annual event teaching the purposes of the Young Women organization. It includes an orientation to the Personal Progress program and to the Young Women theme, logo, motto, and values. It is usually held at the ward or branch level.

The purposes of New Beginnings include the following:

• Teach young women and their parents about the Young Women organization.
• Provide an opportunity to encourage parents to help young women in Personal Progress experiences.
• Provide an opportunity for leaders to express love for young women and acknowledge their accomplishments.
• Help young women and parents plan for events of the coming year.