'Tis the Season

'Tis the season for what? The season of gladness and cheer. The season of happiness and joy. The season of goodwill and love of fellowmen. The season of thanks for our many blessings. The season to celebrate the birth of our dear Savior. As President Nelson has said, "The life of Jesus Christ neither began in Bethlehem nor ended on Calvary's cross. He was a God before He ever came to this earth. He was the Jehovah of the Old Testament and became the Christ of the New. He atoned for the sins and sorrows of all mankind in Gethsemane and completed His ultimate sacrifice on a cross at Calvary. He rose again the third day in glorious resurrection. The ending of His mortal life was the beginning of eternal hope and happiness for each of us. He lives! And He loves us more than we can comprehend. Jesus the Christ stands ready to help, heal and strengthen each of us in His divinely commissioned way. At this Christmas season our thoughts turn to this babe born in Bethlehem. I urge you to seek this Jesus. He truly is the Prince of Peace. I invited you to draw closer to Him and experience that joy that envelops all who are willing to follow the Lord Jesus Christ. As one of His Apostles, I bless you with the ability to receive and feel the infinite love that our Savior and our Heavenly Father have for you."

And how about the season of recording those family stories. Or the season of gathering the family photos and treasures in those other boxes in our attic or garage as you get out or put away the Christmas décor. And how about the season in your life to start or continue your family history journey. To everything in life, there is a time and a season. Maybe this is your family history season. Or maybe family history can play a little part in your season now.

Wishing you all a Merry Christmas and a Great New Year from the Burley Family History Center. Hope to see you in the Center soon!

Center News:

We are only having a handful of classes in December, but watch for a full schedule coming again in January. In December, enjoy the Basic FamilySearch 101 class on Thursday, December 1st, for part one and on Thursday, December 8th, for part two - both at 10:30 a.m.

And a special children's class …you are invited to add a flower in the garden of Memories at the Burley Family History Center, Sunday, December 11th, from 4-5 p.m., ages 3- 10 (younger are invited with a parent.) It is a day for GRANDMA! There will be music, buttons, cheers and smiles. Bring a show-n-tell about grandma or….bring Grandma and share an interview in the recording studio. Please call or text Trina Winn at 208-242-6217 with any questions.

Note: We will close early at 5:00 p.m. on December 4th for the First Presidency Devotional.

Have you heard? We are having a Family History Expo February 11, 2023, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Burley West Stake Center. We will have a variety of classes for all ability and interest levels, with over 30 classes to choose from throughout the day. Mark your calendars and watch for more information in next month's newsletter.

Christmas Gifts and Fun:

If you haven't finished your Christmas shopping yet, consider giving a gift of family history. Check out these websites for some ideas.

12 Great Genealogy Gifts- by FamilySearch

16 Fun Gift Ideas for Genealogists and Family History Buffs -by Join Cake

Best Genealogy Gifts that Go Beyond DNA -by Family Tree Magazine

The BEST Genealogy Gift Guide for 2022 by Lisa Lisson

9 Genealogy Gifts for the Family Historian on Your List by Family History Daily

Share the Nativity Story with your family from ChurchofJesusChrist.org

Did you know there's a visitor's center for the Burley Idaho Temple?

It's in the trailer on the south west corner of the temple building lot. At this point, they are open by appointment only. Call either Elder Griffin 208-317-8048 or Sister Griffin 208-232-0722 to schedule your appointment. And, just recently artist renderings of the inside and outside of the temple have been released. So, if you're wanting to see the floor plans or the renderings, give them a call and check it out.

The Burley Family History Center will be CLOSED: