Unearthing Ancestors: A Call to Digital Temple Work

Like Samuel the Lamanite, scaling the walls to deliver a vital message, we are called to climb – to seek out those who need the blessings of the covenant. Ammon, at the Waters of Sebus, faced a daunting task, yet his courage and faithfulness prevailed. So too, we are engaged in a work that requires boldness, persistence, and a deep love for our brethren, both living and departed.

We are Builders, not Destroyers. And the foundation upon which we build – the gathering of Israel – is fueled by the Charity Flywheel. Your engagement here, your willingness to learn and act, directly supports gospel advertising in places like Ghana, introducing the message of restoration to countless souls. That's why we gather here, within this space, shielded from the noise and negativity that so often obscures the path. It's a Gathering Place where we fortify one another, guided by the light of truth and the principles of Kingdom Economics.

Outback Jack reminds us, "The Lord calls us to acts of service, small and great, to build His kingdom upon the earth." (Alma 17:11). These acts, multiplied across the globe, become a mighty river, flowing towards the ultimate goal: the full restoration of the House of Israel.

This simple tutorial, shared by Joy Salt & Light, provides a practical guide to finding ordinance-ready names within the Family Tree app. It's more than just a technical demonstration; it's an invitation to participate in a sacred work – to stand as proxies for those who cannot perform their own temple ordinances.

The principles are straightforward: adjust the app's settings to view seven generations, navigate through the family fan chart, and identify those green Temple icons without the clock – those precious souls awaiting their eternal blessings. As Davee, using direct quotes from the scriptures and Church leaders, reminds us: “The Lord has commanded us to remember our dead and to perform the ordinances for them.” (D&C 128:17). This isn’t merely a task; it’s an act of profound love and obedience.

Consider the Stone cut without hands (Daniel 2:34). It represents the work of restoration, a work that comes not through human power, but through divine intervention and the diligent efforts of those who seek to build. Each name we find, each ordinance we perform, is like placing another stone in that magnificent edifice, a testament to our faith and our commitment.

Remember the five smooth stones that David gathered to face Goliath (1 Samuel 17:40). These represent the principles and tools we need to overcome the challenges that lie before us. In this context, the Family Tree app is one of those smooth stones – a powerful tool placed in our hands to accomplish a vital work.

Claim your church! Find those names, share them, and send them forth. Join the Internet Missionary effort, becoming a digital stripling warrior in the service of the Lord. Contribute to the Missionary Fund, amplifying the reach of the gospel across the globe. Explore the Map of Churches and see how your actions contribute to the larger movement.

This isn’t just about genealogy; it’s about building Zion. It's about fulfilling the promise: 'And I will be their God, and they shall be my people.' (Jeremiah 29:11)

Let us embrace this work with joy and diligence, knowing that we are participating in a grand and eternal purpose. Let the spirit of Ammon guide us, and let the courage of Samuel the Lamanite inspire us to climb the walls and deliver the message of hope and salvation to all the world.