You're Invited to Attend A Youth Family History Event


Online registration is now closed. Attendees can register on-site at the Salt Palace on March 22nd. We look forward to seeing you!



Attend this youth family history event that includes a devotional with Sister Elaine S. Dalton.

“Do you young people want a sure way to eliminate the influence of the adversary in your life? Immerse yourself in searching for your ancestors.”
—Elder Richard G. Scott, “The Joy of Redeeming the Dead,” Ensign, Nov. 2012, 94

On Saturday, March 23, Utah area youth and their leaders are invited to participate in family history classes, activities, and a special devotional with Sister Elaine S. Dalton, Young Women general president.

You will learn what other youth are doing to help further the work of salvation, and how you can embrace the invitation to do family history.

Youth leaders are invited to attend a training session with Brother David L. Beck, Young Men general president, on Saturday at 12:40 p.m. Registration is required at www.rootstech.org/FHcallings.

Schedule


Thursday, Mar 21 Friday, Mar 22 Saturday, Mar 23
Merit Badge and Personal Progress Booth
Expo Hall, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Merit Badge and Personal Progress Booth
Expo Hall, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Merit Badge and Personal Progress Booth
Expo Hall, 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Expo Hall
From Thursday through Saturday, the RootsTech Expo Hall is open and available to all at no charge.

Note: With the exception of the Saturday evening devotional, all youth events are held at the Salt Palace Convention Center.
The Time Is Now: Now Youth Can Embrace the Invitation to Do Family History
3:00 PM, Ryan Sharp, Salt Palace Room 155 C
Youth Panel Discussion
4:00 PM, Various Youth Panelists from across the Nation via Google Hangout, Salt Palace Room 155 C
Youth Devotional
6:00 PM, Sister Elaine S. Dalton, Young Women General President, Salt Palace Hall 2

Class Descriptions


The Time Is Now: How Youth Can Embrace the Invitation to Do Family History

Elder David A. Bednar’s talk on how youth should get involved with their family history created a buzz throughout the Church. Bring your smartphone, tablet, or laptop for a hands-on learning experience.

Youth Panel Discussion

Family history is more than just pedigree charts and family group sheets. Meet other teens from across the nation (through Google Hangout) that are engaged in family history, and hear how it has blessed their lives. Come prepared with questions to ask your peers about family history and how you can get involved.

Youth Devotional

On Saturday evening, in the LDS Conference Center Theater, come hear Sister Elaine S. Dalton, Young Women General President, speak about the blessings youth can receive as the participate in family history and temple work.

Other Activities at RootsTech

  • Merit Badge and Personal Progress Booth
    Sign up for 20–minute blocks on Thursday from 3 to 5, Friday from 3 to 5, and Saturday from 9 to 2.
    Separate registration required using the links below:

  • Expo Hall
    Visit over 100 vendor booths featuring family history–related products and services.