WITHIN THESE WALLS

WITHIN THESE WALLS Strength and Unity in Family Traditions These are a collection of our favorite family traditions. Most of them are tried and true with a few coming from other sources. President Harold B. Lee said, “Remember always that the most important of the Lord’s work you and I will ever do will be within the walls of our own homes.” (Published text of 1973 motion picture, “Strengthening the Home,” pg.7) Since family is the central unit of the gospel, we place high priority on family traditions to build unity, growth and love. As families spend time together, traditions will be created without even realizing. Hopefully, these ideas will help you start or continue your own family traditions. Choose a few that are tailored to your family’s needs. They do not need to be elaborate or expensive as long as you do something to create memories and feelings of love that will bind you through eternity. Family Reunions/Vacations * Reserve a facility, campground with pavilion, church, home, etc… and center your theme around President Hinckley’s “B’s”. Make a large sign that reads “Proud to “Bee” a (insert your family name), that can be hung in a common area where everyone will see it often. Use a bumblebee as a fun way to cement the idea. Make smaller signs with each of President Hinckley’s “B’s” on them that can either be hung near your large sign or put on stakes to go in the ground. Have an opening meeting to introduce your theme. Have ...