Sister Carol B. Thomas
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One of the greatest responsibilities family members have is to prepare one another to attend the temple.
Parents have the primary responsibility to teach their children of the sacredness of the temple and the truths found within. But others — aunts, grandparents, siblings — can get involved. They can teach children what it means to be worthy to attend the temple, the sacredness of temple clothing and the meaning of words like endowment, ordinance and sealing.
New understanding comes as families prepare for the temple. They learn temple attendance can provide balance, a sense of well-being and protection from the frustrations of the world.
The temple can also decrease the desire for worldly things. It is a place of revelation, comfort and peace, especially during times of despair.
"We plead with you mothers and fathers to teach your sons and daughters
the meaning of the temple covenants
