2011 Primary Theme Outline for Sharing Time

Posted on September 30, 2010 by

The 2011 Primary Theme is “I know the Scriptures are true.” This theme will center around teaching the children about the scriptures and helping them to bear witness of their truth. Each month a scripture will center on a precept taught in the scriptures. Scriptrues selected come from the Bible, The Book of Mormon, Doctrine and Covenants, Pearl of Great Price and Modern Day Scripture. The following is the years outline up until the end of July:

January

Theme: The scriptures are the word of God

Scripture: “Feast upon the words of Christ; for behold, the words of Christ will tell you all things what ye should do.” (2 Nephi 32:3)

Song: If I Listen with my Heart by Sally DeFord

Week 1: The scriptures are the word of God
Week 2: We are to feast upon the words of Christ
Week 3: The words of Christ will tell us all things we should do
Week 4: I can know the scriptures are true
Week 5:

February

Theme: The scriptures teach of Heavenly Father’s Plan

Scripture: “For behold, this is my work and my glory — to bring to pass the immortality and eternal life of man.” (Moses 1:39)

Song: I will follow God’s plan (CS, 164-65)

Week 1: Heavenly Father has a plan for me
Week 2: Jesus Christ created the earth for me
Week 3: Families are central to Heavenly Father’s plan
Week 4: I will follow God’s plan

March

Theme: Heavenly Father speaks to us through His prophets

Scripture: “What I the Lord have spoken, I have spoken, ….whether by mine own voice or by the voice of my servants, it is the same.” (D&C 1:38)

Song: Stand for the Right (CS, 159)

Weeks 1: Prophets speak for Heavenly Father
Week 2: same as week one
Week 3: We are led by a living prophet today
Week 4: There is safety in following the prophet

April

Theme:Jesus Christ is my Savior and Redeemer

Scripture: “We believe that through the Atonement of Christ, all mankind may be saved, by obedience to the laws and ordinances of the Gospel.” (Articles of Faith 1:3)

Song: Song of your choice from the Children’s Songbook.

Weeks 1: Jesus Christ was chosen to be our Savior
Week 2: Jesus Christ is the perfect example for me
Week 3: Through the Atonement of Christ all mankind may be saved
Week 4: Jesus Christ was resurrected, and I will be too

May

Theme: The Church of Jesus Christ has been restored

Scripture: “I saw two Personages, whose brightness and glory defy all description, standing above me in the air. One of them spake unto me, calling me by name and said, pointing to the other—This is My Beloved Son. Hear Him!” (Joseph Smith History 1:17)

Song: “Praise to the Man”, verses 1 and 3, (Hymns, no. 27)

Week 1: The church of Jesus Christ has been restored
Week 2: Joseph Smith is the prophet of the Restoration
Week 3: The Book of Mormon is another testament of Jesus Christ
Week 4: The priesthood has been restored
Week:5:

June

Theme: The first principles and ordinances of the gospel make it possible for me to live with God again

Scripture: “We believe that the first principles and ordinances of the Gospel are: first, Faith in the Lord Jesus Christ; second, Repentance; third, Baptism by immersion for the remission of sins; fourth, Laying on of hands for the gift of the Holy Ghost.” (Articles of Faith 1:4)

Song: Song of your choice from the Children’s Songbook

Week 1: Faith in Jesus Christ leads us to love Him, trust Him and keep His commandments
Week 2: Repentance brings forgiveness
Week 3: When I am baptized, I make a covenant with God
Week 4: The Holy Ghost comforts and guides me
June

Theme: The first principles and ordinances of the gospel make it possible for me to live with God again

Scripture: “We believe that the first principles and ordinances of the Gospel are: first, Faith in the Lord Jesus Christ; second, Repentance; third, Baptism by immersion for the remission of sins; fourth, Laying on of hands for the gift of the Holy Ghost.” (Articles of Faith 1:4)

Song: Song of your choice from the Children’s Songbook
- Week 1: Faith in Jesus Christ leads us to love Him, trust Him and keep His commandments
- Week 2: Repentance brings forgiveness
- Week 3: When I am baptized, I make a covenant with God
- Week 4: The Holy Ghost comforts and guides me
  June
  
  Theme: The first principles and ordinances of the gospel make it possible for me to live with God again
  
  Scripture: “We believe that the first principles and ordinances of the Gospel are: first, Faith in the Lord Jesus Christ; second, Repentance; third, Baptism by immersion for the remission of sins; fourth, Laying on of hands for the gift of the Holy Ghost.” (Articles of Faith 1:4)
  
  Song: Song of your choice from the Children’s Songbook
  - Week 1: Faith in Jesus Christ leads us to love Him, trust Him and keep His commandments
  - Week 2: Repentance brings forgiveness
  - Week 3: When I am baptized, I make a covenant with God
  - Week 4: The Holy Ghost comforts and guides me

July

Theme: The temple is a house of God

Scripture: “Sacred ordinances and covenants available in holy temples make it possible for individuals to return to the presence of God and for families to be united eternally.” (The Family: A Proclamation to the World”, paragraph 3)

Song: “I love to see the temple” (CS, 95)

Week 1: God has commanded His people to build temples
Week 2: Families are blessed through sacred temple ordinances
Week 3: The pioneers worked hard and sacrificed to build temples
Week 4: I can prepare to be worthy to go to the temple

2011 Primary Theme Can be Adopted for Families as well.

Posted on September 29, 2010 by

The 2011 Primary Theme will be “I know the scriptures are true.” All year long this theme will be used to build an appreciating for the scriptures. Songs that will be taught will center around this theme in preparation for the Primary Program that us usually given toward the end of the year. These events will be taken care of by the Primary Presidency and the people called to work in that auxillary, but the theme for the primary can also be used by parents in our homes.

Since faith is built upon knowing the word of the Lord, it is important that our children have an understanding of the scriptures and gain a testimony of their truth. It is never to early to start reading to a child from the scriptures and explaining to them what makes the words on the pages so important. It is a perfect opportunity for parents and older siblings to bear their testimonies about the truth of the scriptures. The Bible, Book of Mormon, Doctrine and Covenants and the Pearl of Great Price hold a wealth of knowledge that enrich the lives of our families. It is never to early to share this wealth with our children.

When they are old enough, books can be found with scripture stories in them that can be easily read by children. As soon as a child can read to that level, they should be given the opportunity to read their own scriptures. But, as soon as a child can read out of a real set of scriptures, he or she should be encouraged to do so, even if it’s only five verses a day. The words of Christ will touch them. The examples of the prophets will teach them.

I have a five year old son who wants to grow up to be like Captain Moroni or Nephi. I can think of no better thing for him to accomplish. We as parents need to read and testify to our children of the truths therein. I remember a few of my Primary Teachers and what they taught, but I will never forget my father testifying of his faith in the Savior and his tender feelings toward the Book of Mormon. You are the most effective teacher your children will ever have. Let them know as the 2011 Primary theme suggests…”I know the Scriptures are true.”

Birthday for Dad – Think Gift Baskets for Men

Posted on September 8, 2010 by

For most of us we wouldn’t think about missing our father’s birthday. However, there are simply times when circumstances keeps us from being there in person. That doesn’t mean we can’t be there in spirit and sending one of those great gift baskets for men is one way of telling our dad how much he means to us and that he is in our thoughts.

There are many reasons why sending one of the delightful gift baskets for men on this special occasion makes sense. First, you can rest assured that your gift will arrive in time right on his doorstep and will arrive in excellent condition. Second, you can make the gift basket personal by sending any message you choose. Third, there are so many gift baskets for men to choose from that you are sure to find one or more that your father will just love.

Different Kinds of Gift Baskets

There are a variety of special birthday gift baskets you can choose from to help your dad celebrate the big day and while one of these may be just what you are looking for, if not there are a number of other gift baskets for men that make wonderful birthday gifts at well. Whether your father is a gardener, a fisherman, a golfer or just enjoys relaxing and watching movies there is a gift basket designed that is sure to suit his interests.

You can choose from one of the gift baskets for men that combine gifts and snacks so that he can enjoy celebrating his birthday with special snacks meant just for him and still have a wonderful gift to remember this special day in the years to come.

Is your dad a coffee lover who loves trying new kinds of coffee? If so you can choose from a wide selection of gift baskets for men that are designed for those who love coffee. There are board game baskets, sports baskets, even a basket for the dart playing dad.

Not Just For Dad’s

The great thing about these gift baskets for men is that they are not just for dads. There are wonderful gift baskets for every man on your shopping list whether he is your brother, husband, boy friend, father-in-law or best friend or son. The range of these gift baskets are incredible and will offer you an inexpensive and classy way to remember not only those special birthdays but, other holidays as well.

There are even gift baskets that will touch the hearts of the women and even kids on your shopping list. So while looking for that special birthday basket for dad why not spend a few more minutes and shop for all those other people on your shopping list as well. You will be surprised at the variety of baskets that are available for everyone male or female on your shopping list.

What Makes Gift Baskets For Men So Special

However, one of the things that makes gift baskets for men so special is that most women find it harder to shop for the men in their lives than for the women. These wonderful gift baskets for men take the worry and stress out of shopping for your father or any other special man in your life. They allow you to send a gift you know he will love, and have it delivered right to his door where the excitement of an unexpected gift will add to his enjoyment of the day. You also have the option of having the gift delivered to you and presenting it personally.

With so many different gift baskets for men to choose from, you can choose to send him his favorite cheesecake or fruit for him to enjoy or combine a gift of some of his favorite tasty snacks with a keepsake gift as well. These gifts can be sent over long distance or can be sent to those living down the street right next door. Ordering from an online gift basket company means that you can get the exact gift basket you want anytime of the year and don’t have to wait for specific holidays to roll around.

So why not take a few minutes and look at those gifts baskets for men, you are sure to find a perfect one for your father’s birthday and your brothers, husbands and uncles as well.

to choose from that you are sure to find one or more that your father will just love.