Hymn #292: “O My Father,” Verse 3 I had learned to call thee Father, Thru thy Spirit from on high, But, until the key of knowledge Was restored, I knew not why. In the heav'ns are parents single? No, the thought makes reason stare! Truth is reason; truth eternal Tells me I've a mother there.

Speed Writing: 6 Minutes Why does God place us in families? What purposes are accomplished by being married, parenting, and being parented?

1 Nephi 3:7 “And it came to pass that I, Nephi, said unto my father: I will go and do the things which the Lord hath commanded, for I know that the Lord giveth no commandments unto the children of men, save he shall prepare a way for them that they may accomplish the thing which he commandeth them.”

Speed Writing Discussion Possible answers to the speed writing questions may include: To better understand God. To understand and prepare for potential eternal roles. To provide loving environments for his children to grow and flourish. It is the most economical and effective way of rearing children into capable adults. It is consistent with both our physical and spiritual natures to create families and to invite children into the world.

Family Proclamation Discussion Possible answers may include: Children born to wedded parents. Husband and wife love and care for each other. Equal partnership between spouses.