by Terrie Lynn Bittner | Dec 22, 2007 | Becoming a New Member
Baptism is only the first step to eternity. In some ways, the hardest work is still ahead. Many new members fall away after a time, and you don’t want to be one of them. Taking some preventative steps can help you stay strong forever. 1. Continue to build your...
by Terrie Lynn Bittner | Dec 22, 2007 | Becoming a New Member
Congratulations! You’ve decided to get baptized and you want it to be a day to remember. What should you do to prepare? Even if you do nothing but get baptized, you will never forget the day. Because I was a teenager joining alone, I went to the church, got baptized,...
by Terrie Lynn Bittner | Dec 22, 2007 | Becoming a New Member
Now that you’ve joined the church, you may be wondering how your Christmas celebrations should change. The church doesn’t hold special Christmas Day services, so it’s the responsibility of the family to select traditions and activities that will bring the Savior to...
by Terrie Lynn Bittner | Dec 22, 2007 | Becoming a New Member
You have so much to learn from the missionaries when they come to visit you. How can you best prepare for the visit? Before they arrive for their appointment, prepare the setting and the family. Your house doesn’t need to be perfect, but do bring it to a level that...
by Terrie Lynn Bittner | Dec 22, 2007 | Becoming a New Member
Primary is for children ages three to eleven. In addition, there is a nursery for children from eighteen months until they are old enough to attend the regular Primary classes. Children are assigned to classes based on their ages. In smaller wards (congregations),...
