Are You Prepared for Sunday School on this Super Sunday?

Thought of the week:

"We are commanded 'to give thanks in all things.' So isn’t it better to see with our eyes and hearts even the small things we can be thankful for, rather than magnifying the negative in our current condition?"

—Dieter F. Uchtdorf, "Of Regrets and Resolutions",

Class Review
 
16-18 class Jan 27 Review
 
We talked about how we can see Heavenly Father's hand in our lives. We learned about His tender mercies, who can receive them and how to recognize them in our own lives. 
 
The challenge  this week is to ask ourselves each night how we have seen Heavenly Fathers hand in our life today and write down what we learn. 
 
Class Preview
 
12-13 Year Old Class
We will study the subtopic, "Why is learning an important part of Heavenly Father's plan?".
https://www.lds.org/youth/learn/ss/plan-of-salvation/important?lang=eng
We will discuss what Heavenly Fathers plan is, and how it guides our lives. We will talk about the importance of learning throughout our lives and how our life experiences are part of the plan. We can use the knowledge we gain to bless others lives.
 
16-18 Year Old Class
 
Outline: Why is learning an important part of Heavenly Father's Plan?
 
https://www.lds.org/youth/learn/ss/plan-of-salvation/important?lang=eng
 
We will begin with a brief discussion of the Plan on Salvation and it's significance to class members in their lives.  We will also discuss the role of life-long learning in our eternal progression; wether in school settings, work, or in the gospel.  We will talk about their ideas of ways to make learning a more significant and enjoyable part of life.  Class members can prepare by giving some thought to these points and come with ideas to share and discuss.
 
Gospel Doctrine
 
Lesson 4 " Remember the New Covenant, Even the Book of Mormon"
 
https://www.lds.org/manual/doctrine-and-covenants-and-church-history-class-member-study-guide/lesson-4-remember-the-new-covenant-even-the-book-of-mormon?lang=eng
 
We will be studying the Lord's roll in bringing the Book of Mormon and our responsibility to use and share it with others. As the week moves forward think about what roll the Book of Mormon plays in your life and bring those experiences with you to class.
 
 
February Lesson Schedules
 
16-18 Year old Class
 
Feb 3 - Bro. Wall - Why is learning an important part of Heavenly Father's Plan?
Feb 10 - Sis. Hooper - How can I use church music to learn about the Plan of Salvation?
Fab 17 - Bro. Wall - Why is teaching the gospel important in the Plan of Salvation?
Feb 24 - Sis. Hooper - What is the role of Agency in learning the gospel?
 
Gospel Doctrine:
 
February  3 – Sister Niec  - Lesson 4: “Remember the New Covenant, Even the Book of Mormon”
February 10 - Brother - Samuelson Lesson 5: “This Is the Spirit of Revelation”
February 17 - Sister Niec - Lesson 6: “I Will Tell You in Your Mind and in Your Heart, by the Holy Ghost”
February 24 - Lesson 7 - “The First Principles and Ordinances of the Gospel”

This Week in Sunday School

Dear Brothers and Sisters,

Thank you all for actively participating in Sunday School this past week!  We hope you find our communication useful. If you have anything that would allow these emails to serve you better, please don't hesitate to just click reply and let us know

Quote of the Week

"The onslaught of wickedness against our children is more subtle and brazen than it has ever been. Building a strong family culture adds another layer of protection for our children, insulating them from worldly influences."
 -L. Tom Perry, "Becoming Goodly Parents", Ensign, November 2012

Our prayer is that as we embrace Come Follow Me it will be one tool to help us build a culture in our home insulated from worldly influences. 

January 20, 2011 Review

12-13 Class Review

We followed up on the challenge from 1/6 and discussed how class members were able to see evidence of God's love in their lives.

They were challenged to continue to do this, as well as to try to say a couple of "thankful" prayers throughout the week, where instead of asking for any blessings they use that prayer specifically in gratitude for all that they've been blessed with. 

We discussed the role of the Holy Ghost as a member of the Godhead. We talked about different ways he communicates with us. Experiences were shared of times when class members had felt the Holy Ghost in their lives. We discussed the importance of having the spirit with us as we learn the gospel, so that we can receive the truth. The kids were given a survey for themselves and one for their parents to help us get to know them a little better, with a promise of a treat for those who return them.

14-15 Class Review

We focused on getting the information about the Godhead as a follow up to our previous lesson.  Our next weeks will focus on the role the Holy Ghost plays in helping with our testimony and getting those outside the church to listen to and have confirmed the truths to themselves.

                We talked about class member's ideas of the how others see the Godhead and used scriptures to get them to see how a person could use the scriptures we avow to confuse or confound the ideas we want to emphasize in making a difference. Two new students joined our class. They were introduced and particpated in the class.  We talked about getting others on our role out to class.

                The idea of a trinity as one or the 3 we see as distincy beings with a different purpose and role.  We looked up scriptures in the BofM that talk about how they are one and how people could use these to challenge our testimony.  We discussed and found ideas of how these are also defended through other stories and accounts of how the roles are described as distinct. Jesus in Gethsemane, Jesus being baptized and the Holy Ghost descending on him, Jesus on the cross, Joseph Smith's First Vision -all as examples that describe them as unique and separate.

                We have been promised a perfect being in the image of our Heavenly Father.  We have a great work ahead of us and we will strive to be our best.

Article- Robert D. Hales   2008 Conference Section  --  Shared view of how we should see the Godhead.
Challenge- Get those not in class to join us

16-18 Class Review
Outline: "How can studying the scriptures help me learn about Heavenly Father?"

     We discussed what we know about Heavenly Father that has been revealed in the scriptures.  We also discussed things that help to make time in scripture study more meaningful and powerful based on experiences and ideas shared by class members.  

     Challenge: put into practice this week something they learned to make their daily scripture study more effective and spiritually uplifting in the coming week and beyond in order to build and strengthen their relationship with their Heavenly Father, making a special effort to enjoy "meaningful time alone with Him" and allow Him to speak to them through the scriptures and through the Spirit.

Gospel Doctrine Review

Lesson 2 - "Behold I Am Jesus Christ, the Savior of the World"

The atonement of Jesus Christ:
1. The savior Describes His atoning sacrifice D&C 19:16-19
2. Through the Atonement, we will be resurrected Alma 11:42-43
3. Through the Atonement, we can be forgiven of our sins and inherit Celestial Glory D&C 19:16-17, 20
4. Through the Atonement, the Savior gained perfect empathy for us in all our sorrows pains and afflictions D&C 122 1-8

Challenge was to gain a testimony, establish roots, and rely on the Atonement in all things.

January 27, 2013 Preview

12-13 Preview

-       Continue follow up on D&C What evidence did you see of Gods love? Follow up from lesson 1/6 &1/20
-       Follow up on Sister McDowell's challenge to have at least one prayer of "Thankfulness Prayer" this week
1/27- How does the Holy Ghost help me teach the gospel? 

https://www.lds.org/youth/learn/ss/godhead/teach?lang=eng

We will discuss times when we have felt the spirit in a talk, lesson, FHE or sacrament service we have attended in the past. We will discuss the ways we can invite the spirit to be with us as we teach as well as how to recognize the signs the spirit is touching the ones we are teaching.  We will challenge each class member to set aside time each day to be taught by the spirit and be prepared to teach something they learned.

14-15 Preview

How can Studying the Scriptures Help me Learn About Heavenly Father. 

https://www.lds.org/youth/learn/ss/godhead/studying?lang=eng

I want to quiz them on what they know about God to see their thoughts.

Then go to the Bible dictionary to look up God to see how that matches up with their thoughts.

I want to then tie in some scriptures, not sure which ones so far..

I also want all of this discussion to lead back to how scripture study will help us grow closer to him and how that can help us in our daily activities and with friends.

16-18 Preview
How we can learn to see Heavenly Father’s hand in all things?

https://www.lds.org/youth/learn/ss/godhead/hand?lang=eng

I would like them to think of an experience to share about how they have seen Heavenly Father's hand in their life or to share experiences they have had this past week that have strengthened their testimonies of the gospel.

Gospel Doctrine Preview

Lesson 3: “I Had Seen a Vision”

https://www.lds.org/manual/doctrine-and-covenants-and-church-history-class-member-study-guide/lesson-3-i-had-seen-a-vision.p1?lang=eng

Question to Consider:
When we are striving to accomplish a goal or achieve something we want in life, if an obstacle presents itself, how do we know if it’s a trial or if its something we should no longer pursue?  

Think in terms of Joseph Smith and the first Vision.

Lesson Review January 13th / Preview January 20th

REVIEWS:

Lesson Review for the Youth Sunday School class taught by the Stake January 13th:

So this Sundays youth lesson was on "staying inside the lines. " and making good choices to prepare for the future. Be ye doers of the word, and not hearers only James 1:22 so that you can be clean from the sins of the world.   

Lesson review for 12-13 year old sunday school class from January 6th:

Outline: "How can I learn to see Heavenly Father's hand in all things?"

We discussed evidences of Heavenly Father's existence and Love all around us in everyday life.  We discussed experiences we've had that have helped us to know that God is there and that He truly loves us.  We watched the video of President Eyring "O Remember, Remember."

The challenge he presented was extended to the class to ask at the end of each day in the coming week "Did I see His hand in my life?" to look for specific ways Heavenly Father is reaching out in love to them.

Lesson Review for the 14-15 year old Sunday School class from January 6^th .

For our class we discussed serval pieces to help set the tone...
What makes a good teacher?
How are those qualities reflected in the way Jesus taught people?
Parables- purpose behind the use, deeper meanings for those that were more prepared to receive the message

Members and Roles of the Godhead reflect in roles we have within church
Prophet- Stake- Bishop- Callings

Discussion of other churches and their belief systems.  How does our belief in these as separate beings differ from others' views?

How do people get led to mistruths?
How do people join the church?

What can we do to get those missing to come each week?
What do we need to do to be prepared?

Challenges...
How will we best reach you for your part in the lesson each week?
How do we get people to join the church?
What keeps them active and engaged in the activities we offer?
What keeps them from attending?  How can we help?

January 6th the 16-18 year old class talked about how the Holy Ghost can help us learn. The youth were challenged to attend stake standards night while making an extra effort to feel the influence of the Holy Ghost.

Lesson Review for the 16-18 year old Sunday School class from January 6^th .

January 6th the 16-18 year old class talked about how the Holy Ghost can help us learn. The youth were challenged to attend stake standards night while making an extra effort to feel the influence of the Holy Ghost.

Gospel Doctrine:

Gospel Doctrine lesson Review, January 6^th:

On January 6^th the Doctrine and Covenants was introduced, with a challenge to come each week prepared to contribute to the spirit and learning of the class

Previews:

Lesson preview for 12-13 year old Sunday School class for January 20^th:

What evidence did you see of Gods love? Follow up from lesson 1/6

Thoughts to consider in preparation:

How does the Holy Ghost help me learn?
  Who is the Holy Ghost and what is his role in the Godhead?
  What does the Holy Ghost teach us?
  How does the Holy Ghost teach us?
  What must we do to be prepared to be taught by the Holy Ghost?
  What does it mean to learn by the spirit?
  Give an invitation

Lesson Preview for 14-15 year old class for January 20th:

Lesson Preview for 16-18 year old class for January 20th:

Outline: "How can studying the scriptures help me learn about Heavenly Father?"

We will be discussing what we know about Heavenly Father that has been revealed in the scriptures.  We will also discuss things that help to make time in scripture study more meaningful and powerful drawing on the experiences of class members.  The challenge will be extended to put into practice something they learn to make their daily scripture study more effective and spiritually enlightening in the coming week and beyond in order to build and strengthen their relationship with their Heavenly Father.

Gospel Doctrine Lesson Review, January 13^th:

Brother Wessel from the stake taught the adults. He emphasized the importance of leading a discussion and teaching people as opposed to a lesson. He indicated that the Youth Sunday School is the last curriculum to be changed to this approach and not the first.  He taught that when we teach we should be patient and not fear silence, but to allow those in the class to consider a question and respond as the spirit directs.

Some examples of the approach included:

-       Ask participants how they can apply the teachings in their responsibilities as parents, neighbors, spouses, in their callings and as home teachers or visiting teachers.

-       Ask participants to share examples from the scriptures and from their own experience that illustrate the teachings and to share how the principle has blessed their lives.

-       Invite participants to apply what they have learned and share their experiences at the beginning of the next class.

Gospel Doctrine Lesson Preview, January 20^th:

Lesson 2 "Behold I Am Jesus Christ, the Savior of the World"

We will be discussing the Savior's Atonement as is talked about in the Doctrine and Covenants. Please come prepared to work in small groups and to be willing to share personal experiences. Also PLEASE SIT towards the FRONT and the HOUSE LEFT side (looking at the pulpit the left side) of the chapel.

- The Hawes Ward Sunday School

The Purpose

The purpose of this blog is to help the Hawes Ward correlate on Sunday school activity and to allow for those who don't attend Sunday School to stay involved.

It will also give each class member an opportunity to reflect upon last week's lesson and the invitations they received; it will also allow each of us to prepare for the upcoming week. 

Most importantly, it is a way for parents, teachers and leaders to fulfill our roll in "Shaping our children's experience with, Come Follow Me."

What is Come Follow Me? Come, Follow Me: Learning Resources for Youth is a new curriculum that will help teachers teach in the Savior’s way and help youth become more fully converted to the gospel.

How we can shape our children's experience with. Come Follow Me."

How can Come, Follow Me help me as a parent?

Come, Follow Me invites youth to share with their families what they are learning. As you give your children opportunities to do so, their faith, testimony, and ability to share the gospel will grow.  You can also reach out to teachers and leaders to help them better understand the needs of your children so they can tailor the lessons to these needs. Videos for youth and parents are available on lds.org/youth/learn.

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