the priesthood fhe lesson

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The Priesthood FHE Lesson

by Missy Felsted, Digitized and adapted by Lara Goold Materials needed: Scriptures, pencils and drawing paper for everyone

Purpose: The purpose of this lesson is to teach about the restoration of the priesthood, the priesthood offices and responsibilities, and the blessings obtained through the keys of the priesthood.

Scripture: “The rights of the priesthood are inseparably connected with the powers of heaven, and that the powers of heaven cannot be controlled nor handled only upon the principles of righteousness.” Doctrine and Covenants 121:36

Opening song(s) and prayer: “The Priesthood is Restored,” Children’s Songbook, page 89 “Love is Spoken Here,” Children’s Songbook, page 190

Lesson: 1. Lesson Development Opening Activity: Begin lesson by giving each child a piece of paper and pencil. Ask them to draw something that is powerful. This may be a superhero, cartoon character, storybook hero, wind, waterfall, etc. Discuss with the children things that they are familiar with that are powerful Show picture of earth. Ask the following—“What is powerful enough to create the earth? Who has the power? Is this power on earth? Explain that the power that was used by Jesus Christ to create the earth is more powerful than any other things we may think of. This power is on the earth today—it is called the priesthood. Teach the children that the priesthood is the power given by God to man to act in His name.

2. The Restoration of the Priesthood (show picture of Joseph & Oliver with Peter, James, and John) A long time ago, the priesthood was on the earth. When the people became wicked, the priesthood power was taken from the earth. While Joseph Smith and Oliver Cowdery were translating the Book of Mormon, they read accounts about baptism and the authority to baptize. They prayed to Heavenly Father concerning this authority and they were visited by an angel, John the Baptist, who gave Joseph Smith and Oliver Cowdery the authority to be ordained to the Aaronic priesthood. Later, Joseph and Oliver were given the Melchizedek priesthood by Peter, James, and John. The restoration of the priesthood to the earth was a very important part of the restoration of the church. This power, given by God, allows for His worthy servants to act in His name. 3. The Organization of the Priesthood (priesthood puzzle) The priesthood organization leads and directs the church today. Each office of the priesthood


has specific duties and responsibilities that are outlined in the scriptures. The priesthood offices can be compared to a church building with Jesus Christ at the cornerstone and the apostles and prophets as the foundation. Allow each child to choose a piece of the church building from the bag. Read the scripture reference on the back of the piece to teach the responsibilities of each priesthood offices. Create a church building from the pieces as shown on the instructions . 4. Blessings of the Priesthood (need orange sheet for recording answers and pictures1-6) Ask the following: “What blessings do you receive from the priesthood? By what authority are they performed? Why are these blessings important? Write down the children’s answers on the enclosed sheet. Show pictures when each ordinance is discussed. *Baptism *Gift of the Holy Ghost *Blessing of the Sacrament *Passing of the Sacrament *Sealing of couples and families in the temple *Administering to the sick 5. Priesthood Keys game: Hide the ten “priesthood keys” around the house. Put the sign that states, “The Priesthood Unlocks the Gate to Eternal Life” by the lesson treat. Instruct the children to search for the priesthood keys that are hidden. As each one is found (or after all have been found) discuss the statement on the key and why it is important. After all keys have been found, tell the children that we can only obtain eternal life (life with and like God) through the power of the priesthood. Bear your testimony about the blessings of the priesthood that have blessed you in your life.

Closing song: “A Young Man Prepared,” Children’s Songbook, page 166 “When Jesus Christ was Baptized,” (second verse especially), Children’s Songbook, page 102

Closing Prayer:

Refreshments: See below for a yummy recipe

Enrichment: Based on the ages and attention spans of your children, choose one or more of the following enrichment activities to enhance the message of the lesson. Enrichment activities do not necessarily need to be completed on the same night as the lesson. We often use them as reinforcement/reminders during the week.

Older Children: Discuss with older children the priesthood line of authority. For those who have been baptized or ordained to the priesthood, show them the line of authority that was used to perform such


ordinances for them. Explain that the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is different from other churches because of the priesthood line of authority that comes from Jesus Christ through Peter, James, and John, to each generation of priesthood holder until it reaches them. Younger Children: Complete the priesthood word puzzles that are included. Read “The Right Key” from the March 2000 Friend magazine and discuss.

CHOCOLATE REVEL BARS From http://recipeshoebox.blogspot.com 1c.butter

2c.packedbrownsugar1tsp.bakingsoda2eggs

2tsp.vanilla21/2c.flour3c.rolledoats

11/2c.chocolatechips1‐14oz.cansweetenedcondensedmilk1/2cupchoppedwalnutsorpecans(optional)

2tsp.vanilla Setaside2Tbsp.butter.Inmixingbowlbeatremainingbutter,thenaddbrownsugarandbakingsoda.Beatineggsand

vanilla.Addflour.Thenaddrolledoats.

Filling:Insaucepan,combinethereserved2Tbsp.butter,thechocolatechipsandthesweetenedcondensedmilk.Cookoverlowheatuntilchocolatemelts.Stirringoccasionally.Removefromheat.Stirinthenuts(optional)andthevanilla.

Press2/3oftherolledoatmixtureintothebottomofagreased15"x10"x1"pan.Spreadchocolatefillingoverdough.Dotremainingrolledoatmixtureonfilling.

Bakein350degreeovenforabout25minutes.Enjoy


OrganizationofthePriesthoodPuzzleHighPriestScripture:D&C68:19;107:10,12


OrganizationofthePriesthoodPuzzleScriptures:

Seventy:D&C107:25,34,38,93‐97ApostlesandProphets:D&C107:23Evangelist/Patriarch:D&C107:39‐56


OrganizationofthePriesthoodPuzzle:Scriptures:

Priest:D&C20:46‐51Elder:D&C20:42‐45,70;46:2;107:11Teacher:D&C20:53‐59;42:12

Deacon:D&C20:57‐59;passsacrament


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PriesthoodKeysGame:(hidethisgateneartherefreshments)


PriesthoodKeys(10total)—aftercuttingoutandlaminating(ifdesired)hidethesekeysaroundthehouse

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