Genealogy

Genealogy is a very important aspect of Temple work. In the Temple we can do work for the dead; meaning that we are able to do ordinences that are necessary for salvation for those who are dead.

Jesus Christ taught that baptism is essential to the salvation of all who have lived on earth (see John 3:5). Many people, however, have died without being baptized. Others were baptized without proper authority. Because God is merciful, He has prepared a way for all people to receive the blessings of baptism. By performing proxy baptisms in behalf of those who have died, Church members offer these blessings to deceased ancestors. Individuals can then choose to accept or reject what has been done in their behalf.

Patrick's family has done almost all of the Genealogy work for their family already, but my grandparents on both my mother's and my father's side are converts, so we have a lot of people who are waiting for their work to be done.

We will be trying to do the temple work for at least one member of the family per month.