Last night we were in charge of our extended family home evening. About once a month, Ryan’s whole family gets together for an FHE. It’s a fun time to get together, and we enjoy the tradition.
I decided to do a lesson on family history. I asked everyone beforehand to come prepared to share any memory or story. Ryan’s brother even brought his video camera to record this little bit of family history gem. We started out reading and discussing this article from the Friend magazine by James E. Faust. It was a nice introduction to “family history”. I then told everyone that family history is really just learning about our families, our ancestors, and ourselves. Then I asked them to share their memories with us.
Each person shared something from their youth, or even more recently. It was fun when they talked about things that they all remembered, and then others could add to the story. And it was captured on video for “future generations”.
Our family loves puzzles and games, so I created a crossword puzzle online using clues from the family. Things like…Ben is in this mission, Grandma plays this instrument, Rachel and Megan enjoy this sport, and things like that.
It was a fun time, and we learned about the family.
I love that you recorded it – do you have link for the crossword puzzle maker?
Wow, sounds like a great evening! I love the idea of getting all of that on video tape! I can’t tell you how many stories I can only remember part of or items in the cedar chest that I hold on to but don’t know the story behind. I think you are doing a great service for your family and that they will truly treasure it, and you for it!