Holidays
Articles, stories and other resources for family holiday time.
Walk in the Light (A FHE Christmas Lesson) 
The second of two family home evening lessons on the Wise Men. This lesson presents a spiritual application concerning our own invitation to go to the Savior. Based on a talk by Betty Jo N. Jepsen. A Call For Your Holiday Stories!
Do you have a holiday story to share? Here's a special way to share it right here, at LDSFamilies. A Tribute to Our Founding Fathers
As we celebrate the 4th of July it is only fitting that we truly honor our founding fathers. Advent Calendar [offsite link]
Each day, the child lifts a flap and answers a question, makes a craft or does an activity. The pictures are not available on the site, but you can easily find one of your own to use. Advent Calendars
Links to Advent Calendars that have appeared in the Friend over the years. By Way of Invitation [offsite link]
The Wise Men sought the Savior. We are invited to do the same. How do we find the way? A 1992 talk by Betty Jo N. Jepsen, who was the first counselor in the Primary Presidency. Christīs Birth: Factual Information
Learn the facts behind the beloved story by studying articles from the Ensign and other sources. Christmas Family Home Evenings
A complete list of original Christmas family home evenings from this site. Christmas Fun
Crafts, games and activities with a Christmas theme. Christmas Stories
Stories filled with Christmas spirit, usually from the church publications Christmas Traditions
Christmas Traditions can keep the spirit in your holiday Create Thanksgiving Memories and Meaning
Picking up Where "The Meaning of Thanksgiving" leaves off, here are some suggestions for creating meaningful and memorable Thanksgiving traditions. Easter
Suggestions for a meaningful celebration and discussions on the doctrines and principles behind this wondrous holiday. Exceeding Great Joy (A Christmas FHE)
This yearīs installment of the Nativity Family Home Evening series features the star. Exceeding Great Joy (A Christmas FHE)
This yearīs installment of the Nativity Family Home Evening series features the star. FHE Joseph, Chosen to Raise God's Son
Who was Joseph? This FHE lesson is designed to help your family appreciate the man God chose to raise His son. It also helps children see ways to appreciate their own earthly and Heavenly Father. Gift Ideas from the Grocery Store
We spend a lot of time at the grocery store, especially during the holidays. Here are some fun gift ideas you can pick up while you're grabbing an extra gallon of milk. God's Valentine
God has created the perfect Valentine. Help your family better appreciate this gift by having a special family discussion on Valentine's Day. Make Soup Inside a Pumpkin
Here are two popular methods for soup in a pumpkin. Yum! Manual Lessons to Adapt
Links to official church manual lessons that can be adapted for your family gospel study or Family Home Evening. Mary and Joseph--A FHE Lesson
Year three of our annual Nativity Family Home Evening series explores how Mary and Joseph accepted a tremendous challenge when they agreed to raise Godīs child. How can we apply this lesson of courage and faith in times of challenge to our own lives? Mary and Joseph--A FHE Lesson
Year three of our annual Nativity Family Home Evening series explores how Mary and Joseph accepted a tremendous challenge when they agreed to raise Godīs child. How can we apply this lesson of courage and faith in times of challenge to our own lives? New Thoughts on the Innkeeper
Was the Nativity's innkeeper a hard-hearted lout who turned away a young woman in her plight? An understanding of Jewish religion and history may change your opinion. Refeatured-Santa Claus in LDS Homes
Can we enjoy Santa without causing our children to feel they were lied to? How our family coped with, and enjoyed, Santa. Sharing Time Lessons to Adapt
A list of Christmas Sharing Times that were written for Primary presidencies to give their students. These are easily adaptable to your family, and usually include crafts and games. Shepherds ( A Family Night Lesson)
Suggestions for creating a family home evening about shepherds, including a personal application for becoming modern-day shepherds. Shepherds ( A Family Night Lesson)
Suggestions for creating a family home evening about shepherds, including a personal application for becoming modern-day shepherds. Spooky Halloween Supper Ideas
Want to get your little goblins and witches to eat dinner on Halloween night? Try some of these fun food ideas.
NOTE: If you don't participate in Halloween, please check out the article "What To Do If You Don't Trick or Treat". Thanksgiving Craft on Gratitude
Here is a simple craft that fills three purposes: a fun activity, a cute decoration, and a lesson on gratitude. Thanksgiving Tips
From decorations to handling leftovers, here are some tips, ideas and a few quick recipes for the holidays. The Birth of Jesus Christ [offsite link]
This lesson is taught to the Sunbeams in the Nursery and the three-year-old class. Perfect for your littlest children. The Meaning of Thanksgiving
It's not just about wearing sweatpants for the pie and watching football! Thanksgiving traditions have so much to offer. Here's my plan to focus and tweak this American celebration. The Thanksgiving Ceremony - Book Review
Do your Thanksgiving celebrations lack something? Here is a lovely idea for a ritual that gives the day the dignity it deserves. This book will bring families closer together and help Americans reconnect with our very own holiday. Walk in the Light (A Family Home Evening Christmas Lesson)
The second of two family home evening lessons on the Wise Men. This lesson presents a spiritual application concerning our own invitation to go to the Savior. Based on a talk by Betty Jo N. Jepsen. What to Do if You Don't Trick or Treat
Enjoy this returning article by Terrie Lynn Bittner! Whether you love Halloween or hate it, these seasonal activities will give your children something to do on Halloween if you donīt trick-or-treat. Who Is Joseph?
This is an essay on Joseph, the man selected by Heavenly Father to raise His Only Begotten Son. Who is the Angel Gabriel?
This article was part of Terrie Lynn Bittner's popular Nativity Family Home Evening Series Wise Men
Links to articles, stories, pictures and activities based on the Wise Men in the Christmas story. Links marked with the [offsite link] designation point to websites not associated with BellaOnline.com. BellaOnline.com is not responsible for the material found there.
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