Temple Work
“Over these many centuries, details associated with temple work have been adjusted periodically….” The First Presidency
“The experiences that I had with Bona are truly tender mercies from the Lord.”
One by one ministering should not be a rushed activity but be patiently personal.
“Let the dead speak forth anthems of eternal praise to the King Immanuel….” (Doctrine and Covenants 128: 22)
“Our son taught us, though, that family history is really a big puzzle that needs to be carefully examined and put together to form family groups.”
“Everything in the Church, the meetings and activities, the missionary efforts, the lessons taught and the hymns, all lead to the work done in holy temples.”
“It is a relief to know that my documented ancestors have been offered the opportunity to accept baptism in the spirit world for later entry into the Kingdom of God.”
I looked up into the sky and wondered, what is in or above the clouds?”
“As you respond in faith to this invitation, your hearts shall turn to the fathers.” - Elder David A. Bednar
As they spoke, a very powerful impression came over me to take family history work seriously.
With the Lord's intervention, the blessings of ancestry and posterity would be preserved.
“It’s a great opportunity to have the temple not far from my house, so I can go when I want and have the experience to feel the Holy Ghost.”