Family life prepares us for life in a larger world. The experiences we have within our families establish our sense of identity, teach us relationship and communication skills, and model coping strategies - whether positive or negative. Our greatest joys spring from our family relationships. Our deepest wounds tend also to spring from those close, central connections.
Building a strong and happy family can be difficult, in a world that keeps us ever busier, more distracted with entertainments, and more focused on our own personal needs and aspirations. But in such a world, the refuge and shelter of a happy family can be even more important, for emotional and mental health.
This section provides resources to help you build what Steven R. Covey has called "a beautiful family culture" - even in a busy, hurried world. Building a strong, safe, happy family is one of the greatest contributions we can make to the society we live in. No task is more challenging. No goal is more far-reaching. No accomplishment is more satisfying.
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LDS Articles on Strengthening Families |
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LDS Church leaders have long spoken out on the central importance of the family, and have implemented programs to sustain and support crucial family relationships. For decades they have taught church members to hold weekly "Family Home Evenings." The church's counseling service was recently renamed "LDS Family Services" to reflect a family-centered focus. Building strong and loving families, centered on the teachings of Jesus Christ, is at the very heart of Church doctrine.
The list below represents some of the finest of the many resources provided by Church leaders on this most important topic. If you would like to suggest an additional article for inclusion on this list, please contact us to send us your suggested reference, to benefit other visitors to this site.
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Best Books on Family |
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