Gospel Solutions for Families

Gospel Solutions for Families
Gospel Solutions for Families offers practical, relevant tips for raising children in faith. Host Amy Iverson brings together General Auxiliary Leaders and experts to talk about tough topics parents are dealing with today, and how living gospel principles can help with the everyday challenges and opportunities of family life.

Dec 7, 2023

The Family: A Proclamation to the World - Part 1

This beginning episode of Gospel Solutions for Families explores how “The Family: A Proclamation to the World” informs and helps married couples and families apply gospel principles and practices in their lives. Host Matthew O. Richardson of the Sunday School general presidency leads the discussion with Elder Shayne M. Bowen, of the First Quorum of the Seventy; Sister Julie B. Beck, Relief Society general president; and Sister Jean A. Stevens, first counselor in the Primary general presidency.
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Dec 14, 2022

The Family: A Proclamation to the World - Part 2

As part two of a discussion that began in episode one, this episode continues the exploration of how "The Family: A Proclamation to the World" teaches and influences married couples and families. Matthew O. Richardson of the Sunday School general presidency leads the discussion with Elder Shayne M. Bowen, of the First Quorum of the Seventy; Sister Julie B. Beck, Relief Society general president; and Sister Jean A. Stevens, first counselor in the Primary general presidency.
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Dec 14, 2022

Technology in the Home: A Blessing or a Curse? - Part 1

This episode, "Technology in the Home: A Blessing or a Curse?" focuses on the impact of technology on marriage and family. Host Matthew Richardson of the Sunday School general presidency leads a discussion with Elder Craig C. Christensen, of the First Quorum of the Seventy; Larry M. Gibson, first counselor in the Young Men general presidency; and Elaine S. Dalton, Young Women general president. The group shares ideas on how married couples and families can apply gospel principles and practices in their approach to using technologies such as television, the Internet, social media, and mobile devices.
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Dec 7, 2023

Technology in the Home: A Blessing or a Curse? - Part 2

As part two of a discussion that began in the previous episode, this episode, "Technology in the Home: A Blessing or a Curse?" focuses on the impact of technology on marriage and family. Host Matthew Richardson of the Sunday School general presidency leads a discussion with Elder Craig C. Christensen, of the First Quorum of the Seventy; Larry M. Gibson, first counselor in the Young Men general presidency; and Elaine S. Dalton, Young Women general president. The group shares ideas on how married couples and families can apply gospel principles and practices in their approach to using technologies such as television, the Internet, social media, and mobile devices.
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Dec 14, 2022

Children and Gospel Worship - Part 1

"Children and Gospel Worship" is the topic of this episode of Gospel Solutions for Families. Host Matthew O. Richardson of the Sunday School general presidency leads the discussion with members of the Primary general presidency: Jean A. Stevens, first counselor; and Cheryl A. Esplin, second counselor. They consider and discuss the purposes of worshiping together as a family on Sundays. They also provide relevant ideas for families with children to make Sunday worship a better experience for all.
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Dec 14, 2022

Children and Gospel Worship - Part 2

The topic of "Children and Gospel Worship" continues from the previous episode of Gospel Solutions for Families. Host Matthew O. Richardson of the Sunday School general presidency continues the discussion with members of the Primary general presidency: Jean A. Stevens, first counselor; and Cheryl A. Esplin, second counselor. They present thoughts about gospel worship in the home by sharing practical ideas for families with children of different ages. These ideas can help make scripture study, family prayers, personal prayers, family home evening, gospel discussion, and even dinner-table conversations more beneficial and effective.
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Dec 7, 2023

Mother Daughter Relationships - Part 1

This episode contains part one of a discussion titled "Mother and Daughter Relationships." Host Matthew O. Richardson of the Sunday School general presidency speaks with Elaine S. Dalton (Young Women general president) and her daughter Emi Edgley. They talk about how the gospel of Jesus Christ helps mothers and young daughters create and maintain meaningful relationships.
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Dec 14, 2022

Mother Daughter Relationships - Part 2

Part two of the episode "Mother and Daughter Relationships" continues on Gospel Solutions for Families. Host Matthew Richardson of the Sunday School general presidency speaks with Sister Elaine Dalton (general Young Women president) and her daughter Emi Edgley. They discuss ways the gospel of Jesus Christ helps mothers and adult daughters create and maintain meaningful relationships while avoiding pitfalls and dangers in the relationship.
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Dec 14, 2022

Personal Progress - Part 1

Matthew O. Richardson (a counselor in the Sunday School general presidency) leads part one of the discussion on Personal Progress and how it can enrich the lives of young women and their families. Guests include Elaine S. Dalton (Young Women general president) and three young women: Maddie Morley (Mia Maid), Kylie McGill (Laurel), and Addie Hunsaker (Laurel).
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Dec 14, 2022

Personal Progress - Part 2

Matthew O. Richardson (a counselor in the Sunday School general presidency) leads part two of the discussion on Personal Progress and how it can enrich the lives of young women and their families. Guests include Elaine S. Dalton (Young Women general president) and three young women: Maddie Morley (Mia Maid), Kylie McGill (Laurel), and Addie Hunsaker (Laurel).
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Dec 7, 2023

Family Home Evening - Part 1

Guests Cheryl Esplin (second counselor in the Primary general presidency) and Sharon Eubank (a Relief Society general board member) join host Matthew Richardson of the Sunday School general presidency to discuss family home evening. This is part 1 of 2 for this topic
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Dec 14, 2022

Family Home Evening - Part 2

Guests Cheryl Esplin (second counselor in the Primary general presidency) and Sharon Eubank (a Relief Society general board member) join host Matthew Richardson of the Sunday School general presidency to discuss family home evening. This is part 2 of 2 for this topic.
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Sep 16, 2023

Prophetic Counsel for Marriage and Families - Part 1

Guests Elder Patrick Kearon (a member of the First Quorum of the Seventy) and Elaine Dalton (Young Women general president) join host Matthew Richardson of the Sunday School general presidency to discuss "Prophetic Counsel for Marriage and Family." This is part 1 of 2 for this topic.
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Dec 14, 2022

Prophetic Counsel for Marriage and Family - Part 2

Guests Elaine Dalton (Young Women general president) and Elder Patrick Kearon (a member of the First Quorum of the Seventy) join host Matthew Richardson of the Sunday School general presidency to discuss "Prophetic Counsel for Marriage and Family."
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Dec 7, 2023

A Mother's Influence - Part 1

Hosted by Mathew O. Richardson of the Sunday School general presidency, explore the mother-daughter relationship as it pertains to the Young Women program and Personal Progress. This episode is part one of two. Guests are mother-daughter pairs Michelle and Kylie McGill, Jennifer and Maddie Morley, and Angie and Addie Hunsaker.
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Dec 14, 2022

A Mother's Influence - Part 2

Hosted by Mathew O. Richardson of the Sunday School general presidency, guests are mother-daughter pairs Michelle and Kylie McGill, Jennifer and Maddie Morley, and Angie and Addie Hunsaker. Explore the mother-daughter relationship as it pertains to the Young Women program and Personal Progress. This episode is part two of two.
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Dec 14, 2022

Strengthening Marriage and Families Through Traditions - Part 1

Host Matthew Richardson discusses the topic of "Strengthening Marriage and Families through Traditions" with guests Jean A. Stevens, first counselor in the Primary general presidency, and Linda Burton, Relief Society general board member. This episode is part 1 of 2 on this topic.
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Dec 14, 2022

Strengthening Marriage and Families Through Traditions - Part 2

Host Matthew Richardson continues the discussion on the topic of "Strengthening Marriage and Families through Traditions" with guests Jean A. Stevens, first counselor in the Primary general presidency, and Linda Burton, Relief Society general board member. This episode is part 2 of 2 on this topic.
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Dec 14, 2022

Foundational Principles of Marriage - Part 1

Karen Ashton (Young Women general board member), her daughter Rebecca Westfall, and Russell T. Osguthorpe (Sunday School general president) join host Matthew Richardson to discuss "Foundational Principles of Marriage." This episode is part 1 of 2.
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Dec 14, 2022

Foundational Principles of Marriage - Part 2

Host Matthew Richardson continues to discuss "Foundational Principles of Marriage" with Karen Ashton, her daughter Rebecca Westfall, and Russell T. Osguthorpe. This episode is part 2 of 2.
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Dec 14, 2022

Leaving, Cleaving, Becoming One - Part 1

David Beck (Young Men general president) and Rosemary Wixom (Primary general president) talk with host Matthew O. Richardson about the foundational principles of marriage: "leaving, cleaving, becoming one." This episode focuses on "cleaving" and is part 1 of 2.
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Dec 14, 2022

Leaving, Cleaving, Becoming One - Part 2

David Beck, Rosemary Wixom and host Matthew O. Richardson continue to discuss the foundational principles of marriage: "leaving, cleaving, becoming one." This episode focuses on "cleaving" and is part 2 of 2.
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Sep 16, 2023

Duty to God - Part 1

Brother David L. Beck, Young Men general president, and his wife, Robyn, share how parents can help young men fulfill their Duty to God.
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Sep 16, 2023

Duty to God - Part 2

Hear more ways parents can help young men fulfill their Duty to God as Brother David L. Beck, Young Men general president, and his wife, Robyn, continue their discussion.
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