Sis. Crouch did a wonderful job with the task of tackling and teaching "The Law of Chastity" lesson from chapter 39 (pg 225) in the gospel principles manual.
She really wanted to make clear the importance of teaching our children this principle. In the lesson it says, "Parents can begin by teaching children to have proper attitudes toward their bodies....Talking to children frankly but reverently and using the correct names for the parts and functions of their bodies will help them grow up without unnecessary embarrassment about their bodies. Children are naturally curious. If parents answer questions immediately and clearly so children can understand, children will continue to take their questions to their parents."
She also handed out the For the Strength of Youth pamphlet for each sister. Sis Pressler commented that they should be called For the Strength of "YOU". These principles are not only for our youth to live and understand but for us as well.
I know we are all at different stages of our lives - young children in the home, children gone and married, grandchildren, etc. I believe it's an extra blessing when grandma's, aunts, etc believe and reinforce the values they children are taught at home. I believe it makes my kids realize that it's not "just what mom thinks." They say it takes a village - how about a ward of righteous, virtuous women that are examples of truth and light to all the children and youth? :) That's another blessing
Thank you Sis. Crouch for your lesson for all the comments and insights that were shared from those in attendance.
- Megan
(R.S. Secretary)