Lessons

FHE Quick lesson: The Family: A Proclamation to the World

2013

Summers are busy, busy for most families. There’s vacations, family reunions, sports and lots of chores to get done during the warm months.

While there may be a lot to do, there still time to gather as a family and spend that quality time for Family Home Evening.

Here’s a quick FHE lesson for that crazy week this summer:

Scripture: “The Family: A Proclamation to the World”

Lesson: Share stories with each other about growing up, what’s going on now and just have fun around a campfire.

Activity: Go someplace or at home and have a campfire. This is fun for ALL ages!

Treat: Have a hot dog roast and even some yummy S’mores!

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Sidewalk Service

2013

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Purpose: If your summer days are dragging on and you’re wondering what adventure you can do next, then pack up your sidewalk chalk and go for a little service stroll.

Lesson: Service is a trademark attribute of the followers of Jesus Christ. There are many, many ways in which we can serve others. At times we may have the thought that someone could use a visit, but do we choose to go and visit them?

The Lord uses us to help his children here on earth. He has entrusted each of us to serve one another, as He would serve us as if He were here.

Service helps us to set aside our selfish thoughts and desires by putting others first. Doing kind acts help each of us grow in character, as well as in testimony of the importance of serving and being served.

Discussion: Serving others doesn’t have to be a huge under-taking. Review these questions with your family, group or ward.

- How does it feel to serve others?

- Why is important to serve others?

- Have you ever received service from someone else? How did it feel to be served?

- What are some ways you can serve someone this week?

Activity:

Think of 2-3 people or families that you can create a “Sidewalk Service” to. Be sure that adults supervise and OK which homes you visit and where you draw your pictures.

Create a happy message to let the family/individual know how much they are loved and appreciated.

You can leave a note on their door so that they can find your drawing.

Treat:

Easy Peanut Butter Cookies

1 cup peanut butter
1/2 cup sugar
1 egg

Preheat oven to 325-degrees. Mix everything together until well blended. Refrigerate for 30 minutes. Roll into 18 balls. Place 2″ apart onto ungreased cookie sheet. Flatten each ball in a criss-cross pattern with a fork. Bake for 18 minutes. Cool.