My Family History Calling

The following is from FamilySearch.

My Family History Calling Newsletter September 2013

Announcing the My Family: Stories That Bring Us Together Booklet

The Family History Department of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has launched a new family history product that allows patrons to engage in family history without a computer! See how anyone can use this amazing tool to get started and how family history consultants will help.

FamilySearch Blog Articles

• Photos & Stories Update
• Common Family Tree Problems
• Recent Updates to Family Tree - September 2013 

CEO Corner: Mapping the Future of FamilySearch We recently held our annual department business meeting and showcased to missionaries and employees what's coming in the future to FamilySearch. I want to share this information with you, too; I think you'll love what you see!

A New Video to Help Consultants Assist Ward Councils A new video has just been added to the consultant training website showing how family history consultants can assist the ward council in its efforts to minister to new members, less-active members, investigators, and prospective missionaries.See how you can better fulfill your calling as a family history consultant by watching this video.

The Federation of Genealogical Societies (FGS) to Team up with RootsTech for 2015 Conference RootsTech and the Federation of Genealogical Societies (FGS) will combine efforts for the 2015 National Conference in Salt Lake City, Utah. Read how this important industry merger will make for an even better conference.

Two Ideas to Pep-up Your Ward or Stake Family History Efforts Family history doesn't need to be boring. Learn how two ideas can make your ward and stake family history fun and exciting.

Annual Stake Indexing Director Forum Will you be in Salt Lake City, Utah, for general conference weekend? Join us for the annual Stake Indexing Director Forum on Friday, October 4. You will be able to attend four classes, each of which will be followed by a question-and-answer session. Click here to review the class schedule and see what is in store for those who attend.

Announcing RootsTech 2014 Registration and Limited Time Discount Registration is now open for RootsTech 2014. Learn more about classes, displays, pass prices, and the early bird discount.

Partner News FamilySearch works with a variety of partners to help provide you with as many ways as possible to find your family members. FamilySearch is pleased to announce Ages-online,CreateFan , and TreeSeek and are now Tree Access Certified.Read more about these great partners.

One Million Photos Milestone Reached Since we launched the enhanced FamilySearch.org in April, we have seen a tremendous amount of interest in our photos and stories features. We are pleased (excited! ecstatic!) to announce a major milestone.