1. Companion for family history
Come, Follow Me
Companion for family history

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3. Home-centered, church-supported gospel study
Come, Follow Me
Home-centered, church-supported gospel study
Conversion is the goal: “The aim of all gospel learning and teaching is to deepen our conversion and help us become more like Jesus Christ.” Come, Follow Me—for Individuals and Families
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4. Come, Follow Me: Who is Invited?
Individuals and Families …
… and Our Ancestors
“… For we without them cannot be made perfect; neither can they without us be made perfect …” Doctrine and Covenants 128:15
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5. Family History …
This distinctive influence of the Holy Ghost [the Spirit of Elijah] draws people to identify, document, and cherish their ancestors and family members—both past and present (David A. Bednar, The Hearts of the Children Shall Turn).
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6. … and Temple Work
But how are they to become saviors on Mount Zion? By building their temples … and going forth and receiving all the ordinances … in behalf of all their progenitors who are dead … ; and herein is the chain that binds the hearts of the fathers to the children, and the children to the fathers, which fulfills the mission of Elijah (Teachings: Joseph Smith, 472–73).
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7. Come, Follow Me: Family History Companion
We have created this family history companion to Come, Follow Me to provide related family history activities.
These can enrich your home-centered gospel study, while aiding your family in reaping the benefits and blessings of incorporating more family history into your lives.
Feel free to explore the activities listed each week, and find more ideas in The Family History Guide Activities section.
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8. Inspiring questions and references heighten family history awareness.
Companion Features
Inspiring questions and references heighten family history awareness.
Enjoy activities for individuals and families, youth and children
The Family History Companion is connected to the Study Center and other powerful learning resources of The Family History Guide website (free).
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9. Come, Follow Me & The Companion: Connections
An example that shows how the Companion and Come, Follow Me connect:
Come, Follow Me Topic
Companion Activities
Week 3:
Our Father’s Business
Watch the "Hannah's View" video.
Think about your own goals for the
temple and family history; share these
with someone close to you and write
them in your journal.
The Family History Guide has more
activities here: K7-03 Set Temple and
Family History Goals.
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10. Come, Follow Me & The Companion:
Connections
Come, Follow Me Topic
Companion Activities
Week 13: Jesus Christ invites me to set aside my fears and doubts and exercise faith in Him.
When you think about the future, what will be some of the challenges and opportunities ahead that will require courage and faith in Jesus Christ "to step out of the boat?"
One suggestion from the Make History website (referenced in The Family History Guide, Activity Y3-16)
is "Send a Letter To Your Future Self." 
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11. Inside the Companion
1. Show the website page listed above. 2. Browse several weeks of the schedule and point out items of interest. 3. Browse the Study Center. 4. Use the link near the top of the CFM page to go to the Activities section of The Family History Guide. 5. Point out resources at bottom of CFM page.
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12. Tips for Using the Companion
* Read the current week, but also skip around to other weeks. There are plenty of great ideas, talks, videos, and activities in each week's lesson. You may find just what you need for family history inspiration or enjoyment in another week. * Try the full articles and videos. There are plenty of links to Conference talks and other articles that you may enjoy reading in full, and there is a great assortment of videos that can "light your family history fire.“ * Share the Companion. You can send links for Companion content to family members or friends that include a week's lesson, or selected content that you enjoy. Feel free to do this through , social media, etc. (Please do not post Companion content to other websites without permission.) * Personalize and customize. As you read content, seek for ways to apply it to your personal situation. When using any of the suggestions for activities, think about ways you might adapt them to best fit your personal or family circumstances. * Use additional resources. Remember to use the Activities section in The Family History Guide for additional fun, as well as the Study Center for extra learning.
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13. Thank You
1. Show the website page listed above. 2. Browse several weeks of the schedule and point out items of interest. 3. Browse the Study Center. 4. Use the link near the top of the CFM page to go to the Activities section of The Family History Guide. 5. Point out resources at bottom of CFM page.
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