LDS Highlights at RootsTech 2018, Part 2

LDS Highlights at RootsTech Part 2 -- Boundless Genealogy

For Mormons, or members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, a passion for genealogy goes beyond a desire to learn where we came from. Finding our ancestors is an important part of our doctrine… we believe that we must all be linked through the generations from us back to Adam and that the family unit is the basic unit of God’s kingdom. Learn more about these beliefs here.  During the RootsTech conference, several leaders from the Church spoke or gave interviews. Here are some important take-aways from their words.

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RootsTech 2018 for Children and Families

RootsTech 2018 for Children and Families -- Boundless Genealogy

As a mother, I constantly look for ways to involve my children in genealogy and family history. RootsTech 2018 provided plenty of new ideas that I look forward to trying. Part of my family came with me to the conference on Family Discovery Day and we enjoyed several activities together.

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LDS Highlights at RootsTech 2018, Part 1

LDS Highlights from RootsTech 2018 -- Boundless Genealogy

For Mormons, or members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, a passion for genealogy goes beyond a desire to learn where we came from. Finding our ancestors is an important part of our doctrine… we believe that we must all be linked through the generations from us…

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Human Connection at RootsTech 2018

Human Connection at RootsTech 2018 -- Boundless Genealogy

One of the best things about RootsTech 2018 was the element of connection that went well beyond connecting with our dead ancestors. This was about HUMAN connection, our need as humans to feel connected to other people in a very tangible way. From the keynotes, to the Relatives at RootsTech…

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Planning for RootsTech 2018

Planning for RootsTech 2018 -- Boundless Genealogy

Can you believe that RootsTech 2018 is less than a month away? What an event it is shaping up to be, too! Just when I think they have announced all the goodies that could possibly fit into the four days, another amazing speaker or event is added to the line up. So much to choose from now that I am planning my RootsTech week. Let me share some of the wonderful options and tools I am using to get organized for all the fun.

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The Story Behind the Photo

The Story Behind the Photo -- Boundless Genealogy

Have you ever opened a box of old photos, or a dusty photo album? Instantly, those photos transport your mind to a different time, conjuring up all the sights, sounds, scents, and people that were there, even if they aren’t shown in the photo. The saying “a picture is worth…

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Winner of the #RootsTech 2018 Ticket

Winner RootsTech 2018 Ticket -- Boundless Genealogy

Thank you to all those who entered my #RootsTech ticket giveaway. I am happy to have you as Genea-Friends, and I truly wish I had a ticket for each of you.

The lucky winner, drawn at random from over 125 entries, is…

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Light Keepers: A Family History Experience for Women at #RootsTech

Light Keepers Family History for Women -- Boundless Genealogy

As a RootsTech 2018 Ambassador, I am happy to introduce you to a special hands-on family history experience for women of faith that will be held during RootsTech on Thursday, March 1, 2018. The workshop is geared toward LDS women, however, all women of faith are invited to participate.
Attendees will be introduced to the basics of family history by passionate and energetic experts. They’ll learn simple, fun ways to incorporate family history into all aspects of their busy lives.

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Win a FREE ticket to RootsTech 2018

Enter to Win a Ticket to #RootsTech 2018 -- Boundless Genealogy

As a RootsTech Ambassador, I have a 4-day RootsTech ticket to give away to a lucky reader! RootsTech is the largest genealogy conference in the world with thousands of attendees. It is a blast from start to finish, too. If you have been wanting to attend RootsTech, but hesitating for any reason, this might just be your year to go… and for FREE. If you already purchased your ticket for RootsTech 2018, you can enter, too. If you win, you will receive instructions on how to get a refund on your pass.

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