A fun Family Night on how to create a strong family...with the help of some chocolate.. Get the info on all this family night fun at www.orsoshesays.com.
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Family Night Fun: How to Create a Strong Family (she: Veronica)

ByVeronica

We’ve recently moved and I’ve noticed how the stress and chaos of it all has started to affect our family. We’ve had more contention, less patience and you know the rest of the story. We all have those periods of time in our families.

One night recently, we sat down as a family and I asked the simple question, “What makes a strong family?”. One by one we talked about that question and made some decisions of things we could do to strengthen our family. That sparked an idea for a Family Night, so that’s what I’m going to share with you this month.

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Simple Ways to Add the Scriptures to Your Day (she: Adelle)

ByAdelle Belnap

Amidst the hustle and bustle of work, school, family and church obligations, it can be easy to let things slide. Adelle has some simple ways we can add the Scriptures into each day. I’ve found that when the lazy days of Summer fade and school bells ring I try to recommit myself and my family to our goals….

Here's a back to school Family Night idea from Veronica! Help get everyone prepared and eager to tackle what the year ahead holds. There's a free printable, too! See all the info at www.orsoshesays.com.
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Back to School Family Night idea: A Father’s Blessing (she: Veronica)

ByVeronica

Hello! It’s Veronica and I’m so happy to be back! For many, including us, school just started again. (WHERE DOES THE SUMMER GO?!) But, many of you still have a few more weeks of summer left. I thought I would share one of our favorite back to school traditions with you. This back to school Family…

Respecting Police Officers may be of more importance now that ever before. There's a lot going on in the world today and this Family Night lesson aims to teach our children about the important work law enforcement does and how we can show our gratitude.
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Respecting Police Officers – Family Night Lesson (she: Adelle)

ByAdelle Belnap

There are so many negative things going on in the Media about police officers in our country. It makes me sad. The men and women who serve and protect our families are an important part of our communities. I created this Family Night activity and lesson to help us show our local law enforcement officers some appreciation and thanks. It is also gives you, as parents, some talking points to go over with your children about how to respect and support their local community leaders.

Just Keep Swimming - A Family Service Activity inspired by everyone's favorite fish! See the lesson and activity ideas on www.orsoshesays.com
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Family Service Activity – Just Keep Swimming (she: Adelle)

ByAdelle Belnap

love Disney movies. I especially love them when they have a good message. One of the lasting messages from the animated film, Finding Nemo, and more recently with Finding Dory is when you are in a situation, and you don’t know what to do…”just keep swimming!” When you keep on swimming, then eventually you will figure things out.

Today’s Family Night lesson is a fun one because it allows you to do more than just talk to your family about being good, it gives you the opportunity to DO something good in your own neighborhood. I love putting the lesson into action. I hope you do too.

The Good Seed- Help your family better understand the principle of faith with this planting project. Find the idea and free printable on www.orsoshesays.com.
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Faith and A Family Planting Project – The Good Seed (she: Rachel)

ByRachel D

I love the Biblical metaphor equating faith to a seed. It is scattered a few different places, but Matthew 13 expands on the concept well (check out Alma 32 if you use the Book of Mormon). Explaining faith as a seed is such a magnificent way to help children understand an abstract spiritual concept. Cultivating faith, indeed choosing faith, is an important value that I hope to pass on to my children.

Adelle has prepared yet another wonderful Family Night lesson for us! This one focuses on seeing the world through SON glasses.
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Seeing the World Through “SON” Glasses Family Night Lesson (she: Adelle)

ByAdelle Belnap

The way we view the world, situations, and our relationships ultimately determines our happiness. It is called perception. Have you ever heard the expression, “She looks at the world through rose colored glasses?” What does that mean? It means that a person looks at the world in a positive or “rosy” way. What if we looked at the world through Jesus, the Son of God’s, eyes? How would we view ourselves? How would we see others? Would it change the way we act and think? I believe it would.

Casting Stones Family Night Lesson
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Casting Stones Family Night Lesson (she: Adelle)

ByAdelle Belnap

One of the most important principles that Jesus taught his disciples was to love. We are not only to love our family and our friends, but to love all of God’s children. Even when they are different than us. Even when they do not act like we think they should. God loves us all so much, so we too must love and forgive each other–without judgement.

Tied Together Familiy Night Lesson and Activity
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Family Night Lesson: Tied Together as Family (she: Adelle)

ByAdelle Belnap

In a world that pulls families in so many different directions, it is important to find ways to stay tied together. When children have a solid anchor at home, they are more likely to stay out of trouble and be a positive part of the community. I wanted to think of a family night lesson and activity that would demonstrate this act of “being bound together” in a visual way. I hope you enjoy this lesson and activity and that it can help your kids feel loved, safe, and protected in this crazy busy world that we live in.

Family Night Lesson - Secret Service for Valentine's Day!
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Family Night Lesson: Secret Service Mission (she: Adelle)

ByAdelle Belnap

I really enjoy the month of February. First of all, it is short. Only 28 days! It is full of hearts, cupids, and candy! Yum. And, it is one month closer to Spring. Hallelujah! I also love that we get to celebrate random acts of kindness. There are few things that bring more happiness in life than service. This month’s Family Night lesson and activity are centered around service. I put together a fun printable to get your family in the spirit of serving–Secret Service style!

Love Your Imperfect Life - 8 Tips to Happiness
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Love Your Imperfect Life – 8 Tips for Happiness (she: Veronica)

ByVeronica

Happy 2016 my friends!! Just like many of you, I was so ready for a new year to begin! There’s something exciting about the chance to start fresh. As 2015 came to a close, I spent time thinking back over the year and really wanted to set some new goals. Then one day shortly after…