Our doctrinal obligation is to our own ancestors. This is because the celestial organization of heaven is based on families. The First Presidency has encouraged members, especially youth and young single adults, to emphasize family history work and ordinances for their own family names or the names of ancestors of their ward and stake members. We need to be connected to both our roots and branches. The thought of being associated in the eternal realm is indeed glorious.

Temporary setbacks are overshadowed by persistence.

We rejoice in all the Savior has done for us. He has made it possible for each of us to gain our salvation and exaltation.

The family is the most important unit in time and in eternity and is ordained of God.

Parents must have the courage to say no, to defend truth, and to bear powerful testimony.

Remember, we without our roots and branches cannot be saved.

Some parents place undue priority on temporal and material possessions. Some are far less diligent in their efforts to immerse their children in the gospel of Jesus Christ. Remember that having religious observance in the home is as important as providing food, clothing and shelter.