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Our Mothers Knew ItDoctrine and Covenants [D&C 37-40] Insights and Creative with Maria EckersleyOur Mothers Knew It with Maria EckersleyA Creative Study of Come, Follow MeD&C [D&C 37-40]“If Ye Are Not One Ye Are Not Mine”April 21 – April 27, 2025WEEK 17 SUMMARY=================In Doctrine and Covenants 37-40, the early Saints are commanded to gather to Ohio, which marks a significant period of gathering in Church history. The Lord instructs Joseph Smith and Sidney Rigdon to stop their translation work temporarily and focus on supporting the gathering. These revelations also emphasize the importance of unity, obedience, and pr...
2025-04-2057 minOur Mothers Knew ItDoctrine and Covenants [EASTER] Insights and Creative with Maria EckersleyOur Mothers Knew It with Maria EckersleyA Creative Study of Come, Follow MeD&C [EASTER HOLY WEEK]“I Am He Who Liveth, I Am He Who Was Slain”April 14 – April 20, 2025WEEK 16 SUMMARY=================This week we’ll depart the regular routine and focus on the Holy Week Study Guide provided by the Church website. We’ll read the daily prompt, consider the scriptures, search for conference connections, and then weave in a creative object lesson to make things more memorable and inspire new higher and holier...
2025-04-1350 minOur Mothers Knew ItDoctrine and Covenants [D&C 29] Insights and Creative with Maria EckersleyOur Mothers Knew It with Maria EckersleyA Creative Study of Come, Follow MeD&C [D&C 29]“Jesus Christ Will Gather His People”March 31 – April 6, 2025WEEK 14 SUMMARY=================Doctrine and Covenants 29 is a revelation given through Joseph Smith to the early Church, emphasizing the gathering of the elect in preparation for the Second Coming of Christ. It highlights the importance of repentance and obedience to God's commandments. The section also discusses the plan of salvation, the reality of agency, and the consequences of choices, including the pu...
2025-03-2959 minOur Mothers Knew ItDoctrine and Covenants [D&C 27-28] Insights and Creative with Maria EckersleyOur Mothers Knew It with Maria EckersleyA Creative Study of Come, Follow MeD&C [D&C 27-28]“All Things Must Be Done in Order”March 24 – March 30, 2025WEEK 13 SUMMARY=================In Doctrine and Covenants 27, the revelation emphasizes the importance of taking the sacrament with a focus on Jesus Christ, emphasizing that the elements used are not as important as the intent and remembrance of Christ's atoning sacrifice. It also speaks about the roles of various heavenly messengers and apostles, such as Peter, James, and John, and in...
2025-03-2257 minOur Mothers Knew ItDoctrine and Covenants [D&C 23-26] Insights and Creative with Maria EckersleyOur Mothers Knew It with Maria EckersleyA Creative Study of Come, Follow MeD&C [D&C 23-26]“Seek for the Things of a Better World”March 17 – March 23, 2025WEEK 12 SUMMARY=================In these sections, the Lord provides guidance and counsel to early Church leaders and members such as Oliver Cowdery, Hyrum Smith, Joseph Smith, and Emma Smith. Topics include personal counsel about their duties and callings, the importance of missionary work, covenants, and promises of support as they build up the Church. These revelations emphasize the ne...
2025-03-1656 minOur Mothers Knew ItDoctrine and Covenants [D&C 20-22] Insights and Creative with Maria EckersleyOur Mothers Knew It with Maria EckersleyA Creative Study of Come, Follow MeD&C [D&C 20-21]“The Rise of the Church of Christ”March 10 – March 16, 2025WEEK 11 SUMMARY=================Doctrine and Covenants 20-22 addresses the establishment and organization of the Church of Jesus Christ in the last days, including instructions on church procedures and the duties of its members. Section 20 outlines the foundational doctrines, roles, and duties within the Church, emphasizing the importance of repentance, baptism, and the observance of sacraments. Section 21 highlights the signif...
2025-03-0951 minOur Mothers Knew ItDoctrine and Covenants [D&C 19] Insights and Creative with Maria EckersleyOur Mothers Knew It with Maria EckersleyA Creative Study of Come, Follow MeD&C [D&C 19]““Learn of Me”March 3 – March 9, 2025WEEK 10 SUMMARY=================In Doctrine and Covenants 19, the Lord speaks to Martin Harris through revelation, emphasizing the importance of repentance and obedience to God's will. The Lord explains that He is Alpha and Omega, and He warns of "endless" and "eternal punishment," clarifying that these terms signify God's punishment, not an infinite duration of suffering. The revelation urges repentance to avoid suffering and highligh...
2025-03-021h 03Our Mothers Knew ItDoctrine and Covenants [D&C 18] Insights and Creative with Maria EckersleyOur Mothers Knew It with Maria EckersleyA Creative Study of Come, Follow MeD&C [D&C 18]“The Worth of Souls Is Great”February 24 – March 2, 2025WEEK 09 SUMMARY=================1829. This section emphasizes the importance of calling upon individuals to preach repentance and fulfill their role in building up the Church. It also touches upon the worth of souls in the sight of God, underscoring the great joy that comes from bringing others to Christ. Additionally, it provides instructions on the calling and duties of the original Twelve...
2025-02-231h 00Our Mothers Knew ItDoctrine and Covenants [D&C 12-17; JSH 1:66-75 & V OF R] Insights and Creative with Maria EckersleyOur Mothers Knew It with Maria EckersleyA Creative Study of Come, Follow MeD&C [D&C 12-17; JSH 1:66-75 & V OF R]“Upon You My Fellow Servants”February 17 – February 23, 2025WEEK 08 SUMMARY=================In Doctrine and Covenants 12–17 and Joseph Smith—History 1:66–75, several key revelations are given to individuals like Joseph Knight Sr., and the Whitmer brothers, emphasizing the call to serve diligently in the Lord's work, as the field is "white already to harvest." These sections emphasize faithfulness, humility, and charity. Additionally, in Joseph Smith—History, it na...
2025-02-1655 minOur Mothers Knew ItDoctrine and Covenants [D&C 1] Insights and Creative with Maria EckersleyOur Mothers Knew It with Maria EckersleyA Creative Study of Come, Follow MeD&C [D&C 1]“Hearken, O Ye People”January 6 – January 12, 2025WEEK 02 SUMMARY=================Lesson Summary:Doctrine and Covenants Section 1, known as the "Lord's Preface," sets the stage for the revelations that follow it. It addresses the entire world and emphasizes the importance of listening to the Lord's voice, which reaches all people. It warns that those who do not heed it will face consequences. The section establishes the divine authority by whi...
2025-01-0440 minOur Mothers Knew ItDoctrine and Covenants [THE RESTORATION OF THE FULNESS OF THE GOSPEL OF JESUS CHRIST] Insights and Creative with Maria EckersleyOur Mothers Knew It with Maria EckersleyA Creative Study of Come, Follow MeD&C [THE RESTORATION OF THE FULNESS OF THE GOSPEL OF JESUS CHRIST]“The Promised Restoration Goes Forward”December 30 – January 5, 2025WEEK 01: SUMMARY=================Lesson Summary:The Restoration Proclamation highlights the foundational events and principles of the Restoration of the Gospel, such as Joseph Smith's First Vision, the coming forth of the Book of Mormon, and the reestablishment of the Church with priesthood authority. It underscores the reality of the Godhead, the ro...
2024-12-2943 minOur Mothers Knew ItBook of Mormon [CHRISTMAS] Insights and Creative with Maria EckersleyOur Mothers Knew It with Maria EckersleyA Creative Study of Come, Follow MeBook of Mormon [CHRISTMAS] Insights and Creative“He Shall Come into the World to Redeem His People”December 23 – December 29, 2024WEEK 52: SUMMARY=================Lesson Summary:This week, we’ll wrap up our 2024 study with an in-depth look at the witnesses to the birth of Jesus Christ. Each individual witness offers an important aspect of the Nativity story that helps us understand how to “come unto Christ” in powerful ways. We’ll follow the sev...
2024-12-2259 minOur Mothers Knew ItBook of Mormon [MORONI 10] Creative Object Lessons with Maria EckersleyOur Mothers Knew It with Maria EckersleyA Creative Study of Come, Follow MeBook of Mormon [MORONI 10] Creative“Come unto Christ, and Be Perfected in Him”December 16 – December 22, 2024LINK TO THE INSIGHTS VIDEO FOR MORONI 10:https://youtu.be/4L1xssXq4NAWEEK 51: SUMMARY=================Creative Summary:This week, we’ll emphasize spiritual gifts, remembering gospel truths, and the process of becoming perfected in Christ. Each object lesson uses a unique activity—a spiritual gift excha...
2024-12-1415 minOur Mothers Knew ItBook of Mormon [MORONI 10] Insights with Maria EckersleyOur Mothers Knew It with Maria EckersleyA Creative Study of Come, Follow MeBook of Mormon [MORONI 10] Insights““Come unto Christ, and Be Perfected in Him”December 16 – December 22, 2024LINK TO THE CREATIVE VIDEO FOR MORONI 10https://youtu.be/kHV_jGmmU8QWEEK 51: SUMMARY=================Lesson Summary:In Moroni 10, Moroni concludes the Book of Mormon with a heartfelt exhortation and invitation. He invites readers to ponder the mercies of God throughout history and to ask God...
2024-12-1441 minOur Mothers Knew ItBook of Mormon [MORONI 7-9] Creative Object Lessons with Maria EckersleyOur Mothers Knew It with Maria EckersleyA Creative Study of Come, Follow MeBook of Mormon [MORONI 7-9] Insights“May Christ Lift Thee Up”December 9 – December 15, 2024LINK TO THE INSIGHTS VIDEO FOR MORONI 7-9:https://youtu.be/Y9N8GwWxaEYWEEK 50: SUMMARY=================Creative Summary:This week, we’ll use three different creative kickstarts to teach Moroni 7-9. The first lesson, using a cup-moving game, illustrates how relying on the Light of Christ and prop...
2024-12-0819 minOur Mothers Knew ItBook of Mormon [MORONI 7-9] Insights with Maria EckersleyOur Mothers Knew It with Maria EckersleyA Creative Study of Come, Follow MeBook of Mormon [MORONI 7-9] Insights“May Christ Lift Thee Up”December 9 – December 15, 2024LINK TO THE CREATIVE VIDEO FOR MORONI 7-9https://youtu.be/AsYkqyWF0iAWEEK 50: SUMMARY=================Lesson Summary:In Moroni chapters 7 through 9, Mormon, Moroni's father, writes about the principles of faith, hope, and charity, highlighting charity as the pure love of Christ that is essential for salvation. Mormon...
2024-12-0844 minOur Mothers Knew ItBook of Mormon [MORONI 1-6] Insights with Maria EckersleyOur Mothers Knew It with Maria EckersleyA Creative Study of Come, Follow MeBook of Mormon [MORONI 1-6] Insights“To Keep Them in the Right Way”December 2 – December 8, 2024LINK TO THE CREATIVE VIDEO FOR MORONI 1-6https://youtu.be/n8yVAykUitYWEEK 49: SUMMARY=================Lesson Summary:Moroni 1-6 is an insightful section where Moroni, the last Nephite prophet, shares valuable teachings and ordinances with us. He provides guidance on priesthood ordination, the sacrament prayer...
2024-12-0138 minOur Mothers Knew ItBook of Mormon [ETHER 12-15] Insights with Maria EckersleyOur Mothers Knew It with Maria EckersleyA Creative Study of Come, Follow MeBook of Mormon [ETHER 12-15] Insights“By Faith All Things Are Fulfilled”November 25 – December 1, 2024LINK TO THE CREATIVE VIDEO FOR ETHER 12-15https://youtu.be/PNQhTwo6djUWEEK 48: SUMMARY=================Lesson Summary:Ether 12-15 details a period of intense conflict and prophecy in the Jaredite civilization. Ether, the prophet, emphasizes the importance of faith, illustrating how it precedes miracles and is crucial for spiritual strength, referencing past p...
2024-11-2448 minOur Mothers Knew ItBook of Mormon [ETHER 12-15] Creative Object Lessons with Maria EckersleyOur Mothers Knew It with Maria EckersleyA Creative Study of Come, Follow MeBook of Mormon [ETHER 12-15] Creative“By Faith All Things Are Fulfilled”November 25 – December 1, 2024LINK TO THE CREATIVE VIDEO FOR ETHER 12-15https://youtu.be/sRnzxYa_hq8WEEK 48: SUMMARY=================Creative Summary:On the creative side this week we’ll kick things off with a new spin on what it means to be anchored. Next we’ll use an optical illusion to understand how the distractions of the wor...
2024-11-2418 minOur Mothers Knew ItBook of Mormon [ETHER 6-11] Creative Object Lessons with Maria EckersleyOur Mothers Knew It with Maria EckersleyA Creative Study of Come, Follow MeBook of Mormon [ETHER 6-11] Insights“That Evil May Be Done Away”November 18 - November 24, 2024LINK TO THE INSIGHTS VIDEO FOR ETHER 1-5:https://youtu.be/LxLbv8lw6sMWEEK 47: SUMMARY=================Creative Summary:On the creative side of week 47, we’ll create solo cup barges and talk about the blessings of adversity. Next, we’ll break down the history and time...
2024-11-1721 minOur Mothers Knew ItBook of Mormon [ETHER 6-11] Insights with Maria EckersleyOur Mothers Knew It with Maria EckersleyA Creative Study of Come, Follow MeBook of Mormon [ETHER 6-11] Insights“That Evil May Be Done Away”November 18 - November 24, 2024LINK TO THE CREATIVE VIDEO FOR ETHER 6-11https://youtu.be/xJxcQFPmTH8WEEK 47: SUMMARY=================Lesson Summary:In Ether 6-11, we follow the journey of the Jaredites as they cross the ocean in barges, guided by the light of shining stones. Upon reaching the promised land...
2024-11-1747 minOur Mothers Knew ItBook of Mormon [ETHER 1-5] Creative Object Lessons with Maria EckersleyOur Mothers Knew It with Maria EckersleyA Creative Study of Come, Follow MeBook of Mormon [ETHER 1-5] Creative“Rend That Veil of Unbelief”November 11 – November 17, 2024LINK TO THE INSIGHTS VIDEO FOR ETHER 1-5:https://youtu.be/qW89n0OFCjMWEEK 46: SUMMARY=================Creative Summary:On the creative side, we’ll create our own barges and talk about the power of knowing we’re built “tight like a dish.” Next, we’ll try our hand at maki...
2024-11-1022 minOur Mothers Knew ItBook of Mormon [ETHER 1-5] Insights with Maria EckersleyOur Mothers Knew It with Maria EckersleyA Creative Study of Come, Follow MeBook of Mormon [ETHER 1-5] Insights“Rend That Veil of Unbelief”November 11 – November 17, 2024LINK TO THE CREATIVE VIDEO FOR ETHER 1-5https://youtu.be/IAXHYkaVC2UWEEK 46: SUMMARY=================Lesson Summary:This week we’ll learn the origin story of the Jaredite nation in the book of Ether. We’ll follow Jared and his incredible brother as they lead their people awa...
2024-11-1053 minOur Mothers Knew ItBook of Mormon [MORMON 7-9] Creative Object Lessons with Maria EckersleyOur Mothers Knew It with Maria EckersleyA Creative Study of Come, Follow MeBook of Mormon [MORMON 7-9] Creative“I Speak unto You as If Ye Were Present”November 4 – November 10, 2024LINK TO THE INSIGHTS VIDEO FOR MORMON 7-9:https://youtu.be/ZnqdCt1OC3cWEEK 45: SUMMARY=================Creative Summary:This week on the creative side, we’ll be playing a new game to understand the combined power of the Bible and Book of Mormon...
2024-11-0319 minOur Mothers Knew ItBook of Mormon [MORMON 7-9] Insights with Maria EckersleyOur Mothers Knew It with Maria EckersleyA Creative Study of Come, Follow MeBook of Mormon [MORMON 7-9] Insights“I Speak unto You as If Ye Were Present”November 4 – November 10, 2024LINK TO THE CREATIVE VIDEO FOR MORMON 7-9:https://youtu.be/ZnqdCt1OC3cWEEK 45: SUMMARY=================Lesson Summary:In the last three chapters of the Book of Mormon, we’ll hear from a courageous Father and his compassionate Son. Both men will testify...
2024-11-0345 minOur Mothers Knew ItBook of Mormon [MORMON 1-6] Creative Object Lessons with Maria EckersleyOur Mothers Knew It with Maria EckersleyA Creative Study of Come, Follow MeBook of Mormon [MORMON 1-6] Creative“There Could Not Be a Happier People”October 28 – November 3, 2024WEEK 44: SUMMARY=================Creative Summary:We’re heading into November this week and kicking things off with a focus on gratitude by creating a giftable, tiny, traveling turkey. Next, we’ll use paper towels and washable markers to show how Mormon’s words build faith across time. Finally, we’ll learn about the risks of b...
2024-10-2717 minOur Mothers Knew ItBook of Mormon [MORMON 1-6] Insights with Maria EckersleyOur Mothers Knew It with Maria EckersleyA Creative Study of Come, Follow MeBook of Mormon [MORMON 1-6] Insights“There Could Not Be a Happier People”October 28 – November 3, 2024WEEK 44: SUMMARY=================Lesson Summary:This week, we’ll hear Mormon’s autobiography. It’s a coming-of-age story that helps us understand how to live and think Celestial in a very Telestial world. Mormon loves his people and desperately wants to save them from self-destruction. He’ll lead them, serve them, and stay among the...
2024-10-2744 minOur Mothers Knew ItBook of Mormon [3 NEPHI 27-4 NEPHI] Creative Object Lessons with Maria EckersleyOur Mothers Knew It with Maria EckersleyA Creative Study of Come, Follow MeBook of Mormon [3 NEPHI 27-4 NEPHI] Creative“There Could Not Be a Happier People”October 21 - October 27, 2024WEEK 43: SUMMARY=================Creative Summary:On the creative side of week 43, we’ll focus on the power of regular temple attendance by creating attendance trackers and recommend holders. Next, we’ll chat about the happiness that comes through centering on Jesus Christ by creating a rainbow-covered whirligig. And last but not leas...
2024-10-2020 minOur Mothers Knew ItBook of Mormon [3 NEPHI 27-4 NEPHI] Insights with Maria EckersleyOur Mothers Knew It with Maria EckersleyA Creative Study of Come, Follow MeBook of Mormon [3 NEPHI 27-4 NEPHI] Insights“There Could Not Be a Happier People”October 21 - October 27, 2024WEEK 43: SUMMARY=================Lesson Summary:This is a week woven with warnings and promises. President Nelson just taught, “Now is the time for us to make our discipleship our highest priority.” This week’s chapters will help you understand how to accomplish that powerful invitation. In His final sermon to the Nephit...
2024-10-2045 minOur Mothers Knew ItBook of Mormon [3 NEPHI 20-26] Creative Object Lessons with Maria EckersleyOur Mothers Knew It with Maria EckersleyA Creative Study of Come, Follow MeBook of Mormon [3 NEPHI 20-26] Insights“Ye Are the Children of the Covenant”October 14 – October 20, 2024WEEK 42: SUMMARY=================Creative Summary:On the creative side of week 42 we’re exploring the words of the Special Witnesses of Jesus Christ by making mini study books. Next, we’ll create our own rainbow with Skittles and talk about the boundless love of God. Finally, we’ll create our own mentos and soda eru...
2024-10-1316 minOur Mothers Knew ItBook of Mormon [3 NEPHI 20-26] Insights with Maria EckersleyOur Mothers Knew It with Maria EckersleyA Creative Study of Come, Follow MeBook of Mormon [3 NEPHI 20-26] Insights“Ye Are the Children of the Covenant”October 14 – October 20, 2024WEEK 42: SUMMARY=================Lesson Summary:The Savior could have taught anything to the Nephites during His three-day visit. Interestingly, so much of His sermon was focused on their covenant connection to the House of Israel and the blessings of Abraham. After hearing that same focus from so many at General Conference, the words in these chapte...
2024-10-1340 minOur Mothers Knew ItBook of Mormon [3 NEPHI 17-19] Creative Object Lessons with Maria EckersleyOur Mothers Knew It with Maria EckersleyA Creative Study of Come, Follow MeBook of Mormon [3 NEPHI 17-19] Creative“Behold, My Joy Is Full”October 7 – October 13, 2024WEEK 41: SUMMARY=================Creative Summary:On the creative side, we’ll focus on how daily discipleship creates spiritual conduits by making Dr. Strange-like glow stick portals. Next, we’ll focus on the ordinance of the sacrament by creating our own sacrament teaching kits. Finally, we’ll try to understand the unseen power of the Holy Ghost b...
2024-10-0615 minOur Mothers Knew ItBook of Mormon [3 NEPHI 17-19] Insights with Maria EckersleyOur Mothers Knew It with Maria EckersleyA Creative Study of Come, Follow MeBook of Mormon [3 NEPHI 17-19]] Insights“Behold, My Joy Is Full”October 7 – October 13, 2024WEEK 41: SUMMARY=================Lesson Summary:This week we come to know the character of the Savior in beautiful intimate ways. First, he’ll respond to the earnest, unspoken pleas of the people by healing their wounds and blessing their families. Next, He’ll show His love for the people by giving the divine mandate to remembe...
2024-10-0640 minOur Mothers Knew ItBook of Mormon [3 NEPHI 12-16] Creative Object Lessons with Maria EckersleyOur Mothers Knew It with Maria EckersleyA Creative Study of Come, Follow MeBook of Mormon [3 NEPHI 12-16] Insights“I Am the Law, and the Light”September 30 – October 6, 2024WEEK 40: SUMMARY=================Creative Summary:This week on the creative side, we’ll be studying the Beatitudes with a raw egg plunge. Next, we’ll focus on what it means to have our “eye single” by reading the fine print. Finally, we’ll understand motes and beams in a whole new way by creating our...
2024-09-2918 minOur Mothers Knew ItBook of Mormon [3 NEPHI 12-16] Insights with Maria EckersleyOur Mothers Knew It with Maria EckersleyA Creative Study of Come, Follow MeBook of Mormon [3 NEPHI 12-16] Insights“I Am the Law, and the Light”September 30 – October 6, 2024WEEK 40: SUMMARY=================Lesson Summary:This week we’ll hear echoes of the New Testament in the Book of Mormon as we study the Sermon at the Temple. Jesus will teach those ready to live a higher law and become perfected through Him. He’ll teach the Beatitudes, ask them to examine their inte...
2024-09-2950 minOur Mothers Knew ItBook of Mormon [3 NEPHI 8-11] Creative Object Lessons with Maria EckersleyOur Mothers Knew It with Maria EckersleyA Creative Study of Come, Follow MeBook of Mormon [3 NEPHI 8-11] Insights“Arise and Come Forth unto Me”September 23 – September 29 2024WEEK 39: SUMMARY=================Creative Summary:This week, on the creative side, we’ll be making honey wheat bread to teach repentance to discuss the blessings of having a broken open heart and a contrite spirit. Next, we’ll create adorable hens to describe the constancy of the Savior’s love. Finally, we’ll create a makeshift bowl...
2024-09-2218 minOur Mothers Knew ItBook of Mormon [3 NEPHI 8-11] Insights with Maria EckersleyOur Mothers Knew It with Maria EckersleyA Creative Study of Come, Follow MeBook of Mormon [3 NEPHI 8-11] Insights“Arise and Come Forth unto Me”September 23 – September 29, 2024WEEK 39: SUMMARY=================Lesson Summary:This week we see the pinnacle moment of the Book of Mormon when the Savior finally comes among the Nephines. Before he arrives as a glorified, resurrected being, great storms will rage. Thousands will be lost in the calamity due to their wickedness and abuse of the servants of the Lord. Those...
2024-09-2242 minOur Mothers Knew ItBook of Mormon [3 NEPHI 1-7] Creative Object Lessons with Maria EckersleyOur Mothers Knew It with Maria EckersleyA Creative Study of Come, Follow MeBook of Mormon [3 NEPHI 1-7] Insights“Lift Up Your Head and Be of Good Cheer”September 16 – September 22WEEK 38: SUMMARY=================Creative Summary:This week on the creative side, we’ll celebrate the many witnesses of the Savior’s birth. Next we’ll take a polar plunge to help our kids understand the risks of becoming acclimated to Satan’s entrapments. Finally, we’ll tell the story of the Nephites outwitting the Gadianton Ro...
2024-09-1515 minOur Mothers Knew ItBook of Mormon [3 NEPHI 1-7] Insights with Maria EckersleyOur Mothers Knew It with Maria EckersleyA Creative Study of Come, Follow MeBook of Mormon [3 NEPHI 1-7] Insights“Lift Up Your Head and Be of Good Cheer”September 16 - September 22WEEK 38: SUMMARY===========Insights Summary:The years leading up to the Savior’s arrival among the Nephites are tumultuous. There are external struggles between the Gadianton Robbers and internal struggles with the demons of doubt and discouragement. There are also bright moments of faith when believers choose to “hope against hope” as Paul would...
2024-09-1543 minOur Mothers Knew ItBook of Mormon [HELAMAN 13-16] Creative Object Lessons with Maria EckersleyOur Mothers Knew It with Maria EckersleyA Creative Study of Come, Follow MeBook of Mormon [HELAMAN 13-16] Insights“Glad Tidings of Great Joy”September 9 – September 15 2024WEEK 37: SUMMARY=================Creative Summary:This week on the creative side, we’ll learn about thriving in hard circumstances with an anti-gravity apple challenge. Next, we’ll drop glass from great heights to understand why Nephi asked the Lord to send a famine. Finally, we’ll talk about the value of prophets by creating our own pirate-theme treasure hun...
2024-09-0819 minOur Mothers Knew ItBook of Mormon [HELAMAN 13-16] Insights with Maria EckersleyOur Mothers Knew It with Maria EckersleyA Creative Study of Come, Follow MeBook of Mormon [HELAMAN 13-16] Insights“Glad Tidings of Great Joy”September 9 – September 15 2024WEEK 37: SUMMARY=================Insights Summary:Samuel the Lamanite is an outlier in many ways. He’s an outsider - the only Lamanite prophet on record. His mission to the Nephites focuses on repentance and finding hope in the coming of Christ. His words will soften the hearts of a few and ignite violence in the hearts of others...
2024-09-0842 minOur Mothers Knew ItBook of Mormon [HELAMAN 7-12] Insights with Maria EckersleyOur Mothers Knew It with Maria EckersleyA Creative Study of Come, Follow MeBook of Mormon [HELAMAN 7-12] Insights“Remember the Lord”September 2 – September 8 2024WEEK 36: SUMMARY=================Lesson Summary:This week, we see a prophet’s role up close. We’ll follow Nephi as he works diligently to reclaim Nephite hearts for the Lord. We’ll hear him pray for his people from his garden tower and watch as those same people accuse him of conspiracy. Nephi will be weighed down with sorrow at times and...
2024-09-0143 minOur Mothers Knew ItBook of Mormon [HELAMAN 7-12] Creative Object Lessons with Maria EckersleyOur Mothers Knew It with Maria EckersleyA Creative Study of Come, Follow MeBook of Mormon [HELAMAN 7-12] Creative“Remember the Lord”September 2 – September 8 2024WEEK 36: SUMMARY=================Creative Summary:This week on the creative side, we’ll learn about thriving in hard circumstances with an anti-gravity apple challenge. Next, we’ll drop glass from great heights to understand why Nephi asked the Lord to send a famine. Finally, we’ll talk about the value of prophets by creating our own pirate-theme treasure hunt.
2024-09-0118 minOur Mothers Knew ItBook of Mormon [HELAMAN 1-6] Creative Object Lessons with Maria Eckersley"Our Mothers Knew It with Maria EckersleyA Creative Study of Come, Follow MeBook of Mormon [HELAMAN 1-6] Creative“The Rock of Our Redeemer”August 26 - September 1, 2024WEEK 35: SUMMARY=================Creative Summary:This week on the creative side, we’ll feel the damaging effects of leaning on our own strength by putting a chokehold on gluesticks. Next, we’ll tap into Elder Bednar’s guidance about building upon the rock by helping mini houses weather a storm. Finally, we’ll experience our own mini version...
2024-08-2521 minOur Mothers Knew ItBook of Mormon [HELAMAN 1-6] Insights with Maria EckersleyOur Mothers Knew It with Maria EckersleyA Creative Study of Come, Follow MeBook of Mormon [HELAMAN 1-6] Insights“The Rock of Our Redeemer”August 26 - September 1, 2024WEEK 35: SUMMARY=================Lesson Summary:The book of Helaman is a build-up to the coming of Jesus Christ in the Book of Mormon. Our master editor, Mormon, sets the stage by helping us understand the depths of the darkness brought on by the Coriantumr, Kishkumen, and the Gadianton Robbers. That dark backdrop will make the bright burs...
2024-08-2545 minOur Mothers Knew ItBook of Mormon [ALMA 43-52] Creative Object Lessons with Maria EckersleyOur Mothers Knew It with Maria EckersleyA Creative Study of Come, Follow MeBook of Mormon [ALMA 53-63] Creative“Preserved by His Marvelous Power”August 19 – August 25 2024WEEK 34: SUMMARY=================Lesson Summary:On the creative side of week 34, we’ll test our ability to follow guidance “with exactness” like the Stripling Warriors by dunking cupcakes in water. Next, we’ll compare the strength of one egg to the unified power of many by walking across them. Finally, we’ll help our kids understand...
2024-08-1822 minOur Mothers Knew ItBook of Mormon [ALMA 53-63] Insights with Maria EckersleyOur Mothers Knew It with Maria EckersleyA Creative Study of Come, Follow MeBook of Mormon [ALMA 53-63] Insights“Preserved by His Marvelous Power”August 19 – August 25 2024WEEK 34: SUMMARY=================Lesson Summary:The second half of the war chapters are focused on reclaiming what has been lost. The Lamanites have invaded fortified cities. It will take mighty efforts of men mixed with the Lord’s deliverance to get them back again. God will keep his promises of deliverance to the Anti-Nephi-Lehies and prot...
2024-08-1856 minOur Mothers Knew ItBook of Mormon [ALMA 43-52] Creative Object Lessons with Maria EckersleyOur Mothers Knew It with Maria EckersleyA Creative Study of Come, Follow MeBook of Mormon [ALMA 43-52] Creative“Stand Fast in the Faith of Christ”August 12 – August 18 2024WEEK 33: SUMMARY=================Lesson Summary:This week on the creative side we’ll talk about the sneak attacks of the adversary by sliding dozens of skewers into a water-filled bag. Next, we’ll sharpen our understanding of Moroni’s strategies by decoding 3 escape room clues. Finally, we’ll create Otter-pops swords to help us teach...
2024-08-1119 minOur Mothers Knew ItBook of Mormon [ALMA 43-52] Insights with Maria EckersleyOur Mothers Knew It with Maria EckersleyA Creative Study of Come, Follow MeBook of Mormon [ALMA 43-52] Insights“Stand Fast in the Faith of Christ”August 12 – August 18 2024WEEK 33: SUMMARY=================Lesson Summary:Mormon was a warrior and a general. He knew the pains of war and the power of studying the people who manage to stay valiant in it. This week, we’ll study the efforts of men like Captain Moroni and Helaman as they push back against the violent...
2024-08-1146 minOur Mothers Knew ItBook of Mormon [ALMA 39-42] Creative Object Lessons with Maria EckersleyOur Mothers Knew It with Maria EckersleyA Creative Study of Come, Follow MeBook of Mormon [ALMA 39-42] Creative“The Great Plan of Happiness”August 5 – August 11 2024WEEK 32: SUMMARY=================Lesson Summary:This week, on the creative side, we’ll open up conversations about the law of chastity and the sacred nature of the body with a simple patriotic connection. Next, we’ll use a combination of tricky puzzles to talk about the process of revelation. Finally, we’ll create our own version...
2024-08-0223 minOur Mothers Knew ItBook of Mormon [ALMA 39-42] Insights with Maria EckersleyOur Mothers Knew It with Maria EckersleyA Creative Study of Come, Follow MeBook of Mormon [ALMA 39-42] Insights“The Great Plan of Happiness”August 5 – August 11 2024WEEK 32: SUMMARY=================Lesson Summary:This week we head into Alma’s guidance to his third son. Alma loves all of his sons but he has deep concerns for Corianton. Corianton has made choices that are slowly separating him from God’s plan and from the only path to true happiness. As a loving Father, prophet, and devote...
2024-08-0248 minOur Mothers Knew ItBook of Mormon [ALMA 36-38] Creative Object Lessons with Maria EckersleyOur Mothers Knew It with Maria EckersleyA Creative Study of Come, Follow MeBook of Mormon [ALMA 36-38] Creative“Look to God and Live”July 29 – August 4 2024WEEK 31: SUMMARY=================Lesson Summary:On the creative side, we’ll study the paths of deliverance with our own rubber band marble run. Next, I’ll share my favorite freezer jam recipes to help open up conversations about preserving the plates and choosing to be obedient when we don’t have all the information. Finally, we’ll explore one of...
2024-07-2818 minOur Mothers Knew ItBook of Mormon [ALMA 36-38] Insights with Maria EckersleyOur Mothers Knew It with Maria EckersleyA Creative Study of Come, Follow MeBook of Mormon [ALMA 36-38] Insights“Look to God and Live”July 29 – August 4 2024WEEK 30: SUMMARY=================Lesson Summary:This week, Alma’s life is coming to an end, and a great war with the Lamanites is just beginning. To prepare his sons, Alma will invite each to hear his counsel individually. First, he’ll talk to his oldest son, Helaman. He’ll teach him about the importance of his personal deliverance...
2024-07-2839 minOur Mothers Knew ItBook of Mormon [ALMA 32-35] Creative Object Lessons with Maria EckersleyOur Mothers Knew It with Maria EckersleyA Creative Study of Come, Follow MeBook of Mormon [ALMA 32-35] Creative“Plant This Word in Your Hearts”July 22 - July 28 2024WEEK 30: SUMMARY=================Lesson Summary:On the creative side of week 30, we’ll defy gravity with a soggy faith test. Next, we’ll practice Alma’s seed object lesson by planting and nourishing our own little seeds of truth. Finally, we’ll kick off the Paris Olympics with an object lesson about spiritual momentum.1...
2024-07-2118 minOur Mothers Knew ItBook of Mormon [ALMA 32-35] Insights with Maria EckersleyOur Mothers Knew It with Maria EckersleyA Creative Study of Come, Follow MeBook of Mormon [ALMA 32-35] Insights“Plant This Word in Your Hearts”July 22 - July 28 2024WEEK 30: SUMMARY=================Lesson Summary:This week, the Zoramites who are poor in Spirit and poor in means find relief in the words of Alma and Amulek. Alma will teach them about planting seeds of truth and nourishing emerging young growth. He’ll help them connect to ancient prophets and increase their faith one hope-f...
2024-07-2140 minOur Mothers Knew ItBook of Mormon [ALMA 30-31] Creative Object Lessons with Maria EckersleyOur Mothers Knew It with Maria EckersleyA Creative Study of Come, Follow MeBook of Mormon [ALMA 30-31] Creative“The Virtue of the Word of God”July 15 - July 21 2024WEEK 29: SUMMARY=================Lesson Summary:On the creative side of week 29, we’ll discuss discerning between truth and error with a hot and cold water experiment. Next, we’ll play an epic pizza-themed game of Liar’s Dice to chat about the evidence around us. Finally, we’ll create handcarts and covered wagons to help our...
2024-07-1420 minOur Mothers Knew ItBook of Mormon [ALMA 30-31] Insights with Maria EckersleyOur Mothers Knew It with Maria EckersleyA Creative Study of Come, Follow MeBook of Mormon [ALMA 30-31] Insights“The Virtue of the Word of God”July 15 - July 21 2024WEEK 29: SUMMARY=================Lesson Summary:Korihor’s life is only mentioned in one chapter of the Book of Mormon but his legacy of anti-Christ teachings will impact generations. This week, we’ll see the Lord’s efforts to bring him back to truth before it’s too late. He’ll send him Alma to try to open hi...
2024-07-1443 minOur Mothers Knew ItBook of Mormon [ALMA 23-29] Creative Object Lessons with Maria EckersleyOur Mothers Knew It with Maria EckersleyA Creative Study of Come, Follow MeBook of Mormon [ALMA 23-29] Creative“They Never Did Fall Away’”July 8 - July 14 2024WEEK 28: SUMMARY=================Lesson Summary:This week, we’ll spotlight the heart-changing sacrifice of the Anti-Nephi-Lehites by skewering oranges with sparklers. Next, we’ll crust cans with air pressure to teach our kids about preventing personal apostasy. Finally, we’ll focus on President Johnson's messages by creating our own relief worker armbands and bandaid boxes for ou...
2024-07-0626 minOur Mothers Knew ItBook of Mormon [ALMA 23-29] Insights with Maria EckersleyOur Mothers Knew It with Maria EckersleyA Creative Study of Come, Follow MeBook of Mormon [ALMA 23-29] Insights“They Never Did Fall Away’”July 8 - July 14 2024WEEK 28: SUMMARY=================Lesson Summary:This week, we’ll study the second half of the missionary efforts of the Sons of Mosiah. Thanks to a proclamation from a converted Lamanite King, the floodgates open wide, and many Lamanites join the fold of God. The Anti-Nephi-Lehites will bury their weapons of war to witness to God and thei...
2024-07-0655 minOur Mothers Knew ItBook of Mormon [ALMA 17-22] Creative Object Lessons with Maria EckersleyOur Mothers Knew It with Maria EckersleyA Creative Study of Come, Follow MeBook of Mormon [ALMA 17-22] Creative“They Were Steadfast and Immovable”July 1 – July 7 2024WEEK 27: SUMMARY=================Lesson Summary:On the creative side of Week 27, we’ll get a better understanding of what it means to be an instrument in the hands of God by making music on glass. Next, we’ll talk about hypocrisy and the value of a soft heart with a licorice-play-doh combo lesson. Finally, we’ll use...
2024-06-3023 minOur Mothers Knew ItBook of Mormon [ALMA 17-22] Insights with Maria EckersleyOur Mothers Knew It with Maria EckersleyA Creative Study of Come, Follow MeBook of Mormon [ALMA 17-22] Insights“They Were Steadfast and Immovable”July 1 – July 7 2024WEEK 27: SUMMARY=================Lesson Summary:This week we head deep into Lamanite territory as we follow the Sons of Mosiah on the first leg of their 14 year mission. Ammon will head to the Land of Ishmael and change the heart of King Lamoni, his wife, and many others. We’ll see how men like Ammon an...
2024-06-3052 minOur Mothers Knew ItBook of Mormon [ALMA 13-16] Creative Object Lessons with Maria EckersleyOur Mothers Knew It with Maria EckersleyA Creative Study of Come, Follow MeBook of Mormon [ALMA 8-12] Creative“They Were Steadfast and Immovable”June 17 – June 23 2024WEEK 26: SUMMARY=================Lesson Summary:On the creative side of week 26, we’ll teach about the power of sanctification by chopping butter with various cutting tools. Next, we’ll use a stain-filled concoction to teach about the blessings of being truly changed. Finally, we’ll demonstrate how the prophecies of prophets are fulfilled by recreating Ammonihah’s one-day destru...
2024-06-2326 minOur Mothers Knew ItBook of Mormon [ALMA 13-16] Creative Object Lessons with Maria EckersleyOur Mothers Knew It with Maria EckersleyA Creative Study of Come, Follow MeBook of Mormon [ALMA 8-12] Creative“They Were Steadfast and Immovable”June 17 – June 23 2024WEEK 26: SUMMARY=================Lesson Summary:On the creative side of week 26, we’ll teach about the power of sanctification by chopping butter with various cutting tools. Next, we’ll use a stain-filled concoction to teach about the blessings of being truly changed. Finally, we’ll demonstrate how the prophecies of prophets are fulfilled by recreating Ammonihah’s one-day destru...
2024-06-2326 minOur Mothers Knew ItBook of Mormon [ALMA 13-16] Insights with Maria EckersleyOur Mothers Knew It with Maria EckersleyA Creative Study of Come, Follow MeBook of Mormon [ALMA 8-12] Insights“They Were Steadfast and Immovable”June 17 – June 23 2024WEEK 26: SUMMARY=================Lesson Summary:Alma and Amulek refuse to give up on the people of Ammonihah. This week, Alma will teach us about Melchizedek and his ability to use the power of the Priesthood to change a sin-sick city. Alma’s message resonates with some, but others turn violently against the truth. They’ll execute women and...
2024-06-2355 minOur Mothers Knew ItBook of Mormon [ALMA 8-12] Creative Object Lessons with Maria EckersleyOur Mothers Knew It with Maria EckersleyA Creative Study of Come, Follow MeBook of Mormon [ALMA 8-12] Insights“They Were Steadfast and Immovable”June 17 – June 23 2024WEEK 25: SUMMARY=================Lesson Summary:On the creative side, this week, we’ll play a game of chutes and ladders to learn about patience, especially in our missionary efforts. Next, we’ll assemble a simple, Christ-centered puzzle to study the components of the Plan of Salvation. Finally, we’ll light weights with balloons to talk about the power of...
2024-06-1618 minOur Mothers Knew ItBook of Mormon [ALMA 8-12] Insights with Maria EckersleyOur Mothers Knew It with Maria EckersleyA Creative Study of Come, Follow MeBook of Mormon [ALMA 8-12] Insights“They Were Steadfast and Immovable”June 17 – June 23 2024WEEK 25: SUMMARY=================Lesson Summary:This week, Alma, we’ll travel with Alma through Melek and Ammonihah. The people in Melek heed his teachings but those in Ammonihah reject him and cast him out of their city. Thankfully, Alma’s angel returns to lift his heart and send him back to teach. On his return, he meets Amul...
2024-06-1648 minOur Mothers Knew ItBook of Mormon [ALMA 5-7] Creative Object Lessons with Maria EckersleyOur Mothers Knew It with Maria EckersleyA Creative Study of Come, Follow MeBook of Mormon [ALMA 5-7] Creative“They Were Steadfast and Immovable”June 10 - June 16 2024WEEK 24: SUMMARY=================Lesson Summary:On the creative side, we’ll discuss spiritual rebirth and create our own “mighty change” flapping butterflies. Next, we’ll put our kids to work shucking summer corn and teach them a critical component of repentance. Finally, we’ll use a clever cutting technique to help us understand how the Holy Ghost hel...
2024-06-0919 minOur Mothers Knew ItBook of Mormon [ALMA 5-7] Insights with Maria EckersleyOur Mothers Knew It with Maria EckersleyA Creative Study of Come, Follow MeBook of Mormon [ALMA 5-7]] Insights“They Were Steadfast and Immovable”June 10 - June 16 2024WEEK 24: SUMMARY=================Lesson Summary:This week Alma begins his reactivation tour. He’s hoping to kindle the dim fires of faith in the people of Zarahemla and stoke the flames he finds in the hearts at Gideon. He’ll testify of mighty changes and ask a series of questions to help members evaluate their own status b...
2024-06-0943 minOur Mothers Knew ItBook of Mormon [MOSIAH 29-ALMA 4] Creative Object Lessons with Maria EckersleyOur Mothers Knew It with Maria EckersleyA Creative Study of Come, Follow MeBook of Mormon [MOSIAH 25-28] Creative“They Were Steadfast and Immovable”June 3 - June 9 2024WEEK 23: SUMMARY=================Lesson Summary:This week, on the creative side, we’ll be exploring the Pride Cycle with a collection of magnetic garden gnomes. Next, we’ll learn about Priestcraft by watching a vision-warping video clip. Finally, we’ll talk about some of Satan’s strategies to separate us from the truth by creating candy-holdin...
2024-06-0121 minOur Mothers Knew ItBook of Mormon [MOSIAH 29-ALMA 4] Insights with Maria EckersleyOur Mothers Knew It with Maria EckersleyA Creative Study of Come, Follow MeBook of Mormon [MOSIAH 29-ALMA 4] Insights“They Were Steadfast and Immovable”June 3 - June 9 2024WEEK 23: SUMMARY=================Lesson Summary:This week, we leave the Book of Mosiah and the mighty legacies of King Mosiah 2 and Alma the Elder. First, we’ll see a peaceful transition of power from a monarchy to a system of judges. Then, we’ll study how contention and pride threaten to overthrow the new government, resulting in a blo...
2024-06-0147 minOur Mothers Knew ItBook of Mormon [MOSIAH 25-28] Creative Object Lessons with Maria EckersleyOur Mothers Knew It with Maria EckersleyA Creative Study of Come, Follow MeBook of Mormon [MOSIAH 25-28] Creative“They Were Called the People of God”May 27 - June 2, 2024WEEK 22: SUMMARY=================Lesson Summary:This week, on the creative side, we’ll add Alma 2 and the Sons of Mosiah to our tilting towers. We’ll also test a simple water-pouring trick to help us talk about helping the rising generation. Next, we’ll create a clever chain reaction to help study and see the connec...
2024-05-2624 minOur Mothers Knew ItBook of Mormon [MOSIAH 25-28] Insights with Maria EckersleyOur Mothers Knew It with Maria EckersleyA Creative Study of Come, Follow MeBook of Mormon [MOSIAH 25-28] Insights“They Were Called the People of God”May 27 - June 2, 2024WEEK 22: SUMMARY=================Lesson Summary:This is a week of impossible returnings. In these four chapters we’ll see splintered groups return home, the destitute return to safety, apostates return to truth, 5 prodigals return to the covenant, and a spark of hope return to the hearts of prospective missionaries. We’ll also see the hand of...
2024-05-2644 minOur Mothers Knew ItBook of Mormon [MOSIAH 18-24] Creative Object Lessons with Maria EckersleyOur Mothers Knew It with Maria EckersleyA Creative Study of Come, Follow MeBook of Mormon [MOSIAH 18-24] Creative“We Have Entered into a Covenant with Him”May 20 - May 26, 2024WEEK 21: SUMMARY=================Lesson Summary:On the creative side of this week’s study, we’ll talk about hearts being knit with a simple unity rope challenge. Next, we’ll use chip clips to teach why bad things might happen to good people. Fi1: “Hearts Knit In Unity and Love”: Circle Sit Cha...
2024-05-1919 minOur Mothers Knew ItBook of Mormon [MOSIAH 18-24] Insights with Maria EckersleyOur Mothers Knew It with Maria EckersleyA Creative Study of Come, Follow MeBook of Mormon [MOSIAH 18-24] Insights“We Have Entered into a Covenant with Him”May 20 - May 26, 2024WEEK 21: SUMMARY=================Lesson Summary:This week, we’ll study two epic deliverance stories. The people of Alma will find refuge and covenant connection in the Waters of Mormon but stumble into bondage in the land of Helam. Ultimately, they will pray for relief and find it in their day-to-day burdens as well a...
2024-05-1948 minOur Mothers Knew ItBook of Mormon [MOSIAH 11-17] Creative Object Lessons with Maria EckersleyOur Mothers Knew It with Maria EckersleyA Creative Study of Come, Follow MeBook of Mormon [Mosiah 11-17] Creative“In the Strength of the Lord”May 13 - May 19, 2024WEEK 20: SUMMARY=================Lesson Summary:On the creative side, we’ll continue our effort to break down the Book of Mosiah with our totem towers this week. We’ll add pieces like Abinadi, Alma, the Waters of Mormon, and a new map view to help you navigate. Next, we’ll play a high-speed game of Abinadi...
2024-05-1114 minOur Mothers Knew ItBook of Mormon [Mosiah 11-17] Insights with Maria EckersleyOur Mothers Knew It with Maria EckersleyA Creative Study of Come, Follow MeBook of Mormon [Mosiah 11-17] Insights“In the Strength of the Lord”May 13 - May 19, 2024WEEK 20: SUMMARY=================Lesson Summary:This week we’ll study the powerful words of Abinadi to King Noah and his people. He’ll echo the core messages of King Benjamin - about the Savior’s life and redemptive role - but he will teach in a vastly different setting to a group who refuses to hear. H...
2024-05-1138 minOur Mothers Knew ItBook of Mormon [MOSIAH 7-10] Creative Object Lessons with Maria EckersleyOur Mothers Knew It with Maria EckersleyA Creative Study of Come, Follow MeBook of Mormon [MOSIAH 7-10] Insights“In the Strength of the Lord”May 6 - May 12, 2024WEEK 19: SUMMARY=================Lesson Summary:We’ll kick off the creative side with a printable designed to help you teach the characters, places, and journeys in the Book of Mosiah. Next, we’ll talk about the blessings of seership with a photo recreation challenge. Finally, we’ll break out the fire this week with a balloon-sn...
2024-05-0519 minOur Mothers Knew ItBook of Mormon [MOSIAH 7-10] Insights with Maria EckersleyOur Mothers Knew It with Maria EckersleyA Creative Study of Come, Follow MeBook of Mormon [MOSIAH 7-10] Insights“In the Strength of the Lord”May 6 - May 12, 2024WEEK 19: SUMMARY=================Lesson Summary:This week’s study spans several decades, and we find out what happened to Zeniff’s group after they left Zarahemla for the land of Nephi. We’ll study the incredible motives of Ammon, a descendant of Zarahemla, as well as the humility of Limhi, who gratefully accepts his help. We’ll also...
2024-05-0544 minOur Mothers Knew ItBook of Mormon [MOSIAH 4-6] Creative Object Lessons with Maria EckersleyOur Mothers Knew It with Maria EckersleyA Creative Study of Come, Follow MeBook of Mormon [MOSIAH 4-6] Creative“A Mighty Change”April 29 - May 5, 2024WEEK 18: SUMMARY=================Lesson Summary:On the creative side, we’ll learn more about wisdom and order by creating nesting dolls. Next, we’ll create candy-filled jerseys to understand the meaning of taking His name upon us. Finally, we’ll use rice and stacks of books to demonstrate the power of being steadfast and immovable.1: “In Wisdom an...
2024-04-2819 minOur Mothers Knew ItBook of Mormon [MOSIAH 4-6] Insights with Maria EckersleyOur Mothers Knew It with Maria EckersleyA Creative Study of Come, Follow MeBook of Mormon [MOSIAH 4-6] Insights“A Mighty Change”April 29 - May 5, 2024WEEK 17: SUMMARY=================Lesson Summary:We’ll wrap up King Benjamin’s sermon this week. His people will be so moved by the Spirit that they will fall to the ground in reverence and then rise with new hearts and dispositions. Benjamin will encourage their desires to make covenants and unite as the Children of Christ. In his final ac...
2024-04-2844 minOur Mothers Knew ItBook of Mormon [MOSIAH 1-3] Creative Object Lessons with Maria EckersleyOur Mothers Knew It with Maria EckersleyA Creative Study of Come, Follow MeBook of Mormon [ENOS-WORDS OF MORMON] Insights“He Worketh in Me to Do According to His Will”April 22 - April 28WEEK 17: SUMMARY=================Lesson Summary:In week 17, we’ll study King Benjamin’s sermon by teaching about the value of spiritual memories. Next, we’ll create our own tilting towers to study the character of this incredible leader. Finally, we’ll play a pixel-themed game to understand how to put off the natu...
2024-04-2118 minOur Mothers Knew ItBook of Mormon [MOSIAH 1-3] Insights with Maria EckersleyOur Mothers Knew It with Maria EckersleyA Creative Study of Come, Follow MeBook of Mormon [MOSIAH 1-3] Insights“Filled with Love towards God and All Men”April 22 - April 28WEEK 17: SUMMARY=================Lesson Summary:This week, we’ll cover the first three chapters of Mosiah and the first half of King Benjamin’s sermon. His words to his sons and people are centered on service and offer us a powerful glimpse of true leadership. His recounting of the angel’s words will help us re...
2024-04-2137 minOur Mothers Knew ItBook of Mormon [ENOS-WORDS OF MORMON] Creative with Maria EckersleyOur Mothers Knew It with Maria EckersleyA Creative Study of Come, Follow MeBook of Mormon [ENOS-WORDS OF MORMON] Insights“He Worketh in Me to Do According to His Will”April 15 - April 21, 2024WEEK 16: SUMMARY=================Lesson Summary:This week we cover hundreds of years of Nephite history in a few short, powerful chapters. First we’ll study Enos’ wrestle before the Lord and understand the power of prayer. Next, we’ll watch the small plates change hands multiple times from Enos’ son Jarom throug...
2024-04-1421 minOur Mothers Knew ItBook of Mormon [ENOS-WORDS OF MORMON] Insights with Maria EckersleyOur Mothers Knew It with Maria EckersleyA Creative Study of Come, Follow MeBook of Mormon [ENOS-WORDS OF MORMON] Insights“He Worketh in Me to Do According to His Will”April 15 - April 21, 2024WEEK 16: SUMMARY=================Lesson Summary:This week we cover hundreds of years of Nephite history in a few short, powerful chapters. First we’ll study Enos’ wrestle before the Lord and understand the power of prayer. Next, we’ll watch the small plates change hands multiple times from Enos’ son Jarom throug...
2024-04-141h 01Our Mothers Knew ItBook of Mormon [JACOB 5-7] Creative with Maria EckersleyOur Mothers Knew It with Maria EckersleyA Creative Study of Come, Follow MeBook of Mormon [JACOB 5-7] Insights“The Lord Labors with Us”April 8 - April 14, 2024WEEK 15: SUMMARY=================Lesson Summary:Jacob’s final teachings will focus our attention squarely on the Atonement of Jesus Christ. In Jacob 5, he’ll teach us Zenos’ allegory of the Olive Tree to help us understand the depth and infinite scope of God’s love for His children. Next, in chapter 6, he’ll urge us to be reconciled...
2024-04-0716 minOur Mothers Knew ItBook of Mormon [JACOB 5-7] Insights with Maria EckersleyOur Mothers Knew It with Maria EckersleyA Creative Study of Come, Follow MeBook of Mormon [JACOB 5-7] Insights“The Lord Labors with Us”April 8 - April 14, 2024WEEK 15: SUMMARY=================Lesson Summary:Jacob’s final teachings will focus our attention squarely on the Atonement of Jesus Christ. In Jacob 5, he’ll teach us Zenos’ allegory of the Olive Tree to help us understand the depth and infinite scope of God’s love for His children. Next, in chapter 6, he’ll urge us to be reconciled...
2024-04-0753 minOur Mothers Knew ItBook of Mormon [JACOB 1-4] Creative Object Lessons with Maria EckersleyOur Mothers Knew It with Maria EckersleyA Creative Study of Come, Follow MeBook of Mormon [JACOB 1-4] Insights“Be Reconciled unto God through the Atonement of Christ”April 1 - April 7, 2024WEEK 14: SUMMARY=================Lesson Summary:This week, we’ll turn our attention to Jacob. He’ll pick the prophetic mantle from his incredible brother Nephi. Jacob’s people are beginning to sin in two key areas: they are lifted up in pride and attempting to justify sin regarding the law of chastity. While thei...
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