Each lesson is taught, in both Relief Society and Melchizedek Priesthood, using one or more talks from the most recent General Conference. The talks, found in the November and May Ensigns, are selected by a ward's Stake President or Bishopric. The Ensign can also be found in multiple formats and languages online.
It's been over 12 years since I've taught Relief Society (except as a substitute) and I'm really excited to have this opportunity to be a tool in the Lord's hands. After receiving my call I flipped through my November Ensign and read the section on "Teachings for Our Time," located at the back on page 126. One of the things it says is:
"Those attending fourth-Sunday lessons are encouraged to study and bring to class the latest general conference issue of the magazine."So I highly encourage all of you, if you haven't been doing so already, to start the New Year by studying the talks assigned by your local leaders. Also, make sure to bring a copy of the talk (either the magazine or a printed copy from online) when you attend Priesthood and Relief Society on the fourth Sunday of the month.
This will spiritually help prepare you to apply the gospel principles being taught. It will also help those teachers who'd like to ask people to read specific passages from the talk, or share their thoughts and experiences.
Note: Most wards and stakes will notify you ahead of time (through newsletters, ward programs, bulletins, etc.) which talks have been selected for upcoming Teachings For Our Time lessons.
Teachings For Our Time originally appeared on About.com Latter-day Saints on Saturday, December 26th, 2009 at 08:09:35.
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