Upcoming BYU Family History Conference

(From FamilySearch)

As a part of our regular e-mail communications, from time to time we notify you of family history conferences or other training opportunities in your area. We would like to make you aware of the annual Family History Conference at Brigham Young University, which is sponsored by the International Commission for the Accreditation of Professional Genealogists (ICAPGen) and the Center for Family History and Genealogy. The conference will be held at BYU on November 6–7, 2009. ICAPGen is the organization that provides accreditation for the genealogists who work at the Family History Library. They have a wealth of knowledge about genealogical research worldwide.



The mission of this conference is to help individuals become excellent genealogists. A class schedule and registration form are attached. Early registration ends October 30, after which the registration fee will increase. If you want to attend, please print and send in the attached registration form, or download a registration form at http://www.icapgen.org/Programs/conference.htm.



We anticipate that this conference will be a great event. If you have questions about the conference, please direct them to Tristan Tolman, ICAPGen Public Relations, by e-mail at tristantolman@comcast.net or by phone at 1-801-380-5924.



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Finally! The Roll-Out!!!

I just checked my email this morning (because I was able to go into work early) and what to my surprise do I have? An email from headquarters saying we're going to roll-out on Monday the 12th!!! Ta-daaaa!!!

Ok, so now we can all use it. I can help anyone who asks. I can answer questions, I can train classes, I can speak from a pulpit. I'm ready.

If you have any questions, please ask. If you have any comments, please comment. I'm a resource for the stake. I'm ready.

Timpanogos Priesthood Leadership Meeting

We had a meeting last night for the priesthood leadership for the Timpanogos temple district, getting them fired up and ready to go with new.familysearch. The meeting house was a stake center, and we were filled to the rim. They had seats on the stage, the entire cultural hall filled, and people standing around the edges. I don't know the count. Man, was it hot in there! Muggy, and with one annoying fly visiting every guest personally.

Highlights--

The way to make Family History work in your ward is to talk about it during PEC meeting (Bishops).

We are doing this work to save our brothers and sisters from spirit prison.

Whether you are converting someone, reactivating a member, or redeeming your dead, it is all the SAME work.

AND the coup de' grace!! 15 stakes in the temple district are rolling out on Monday (Alas, I don't think we're one of them). The following Monday, at least 15 more will rollout, and this is what they said, "I don't know if we'll have enough ready stakes to meet the minimum of fifteen, so we'll add more." When it came to Q&A, I stood up (I was in like the fourth to last row in the gym) and sought clarification. "You said that you'd be choosing some other stakes to get up to 15. Does that mean that the entire temple district will eventually be added, whether they're ready or not?" They confirmed that this is the case. They said that they just finished rolling out the Provo temple district this past Monday (two days ago), and it took three weeks to do that whole district.

So....I'm thinking we'll all have access before the end of October. Pretty cool news, donchathink?

Rollout requirements change again

I'm not sure if the system was choking, or what, but they've changed how wards are to report readiness for new.familysearch. The consultants in each ward are to report to the high priests group leader. The high priests group leader will report to the high councilman over family history. The high councilman over family history will then prepare a report for the area consultants. That's as far as I know, but I'm guessing the area consultants will then let headquarters know that the stake is ready to roll.

Family History Expo!!

I got this email and wanted to share it with everyone. If you are a consultant and want the coupon, send me an email and I'll get it to you (windsorfamilyhistory@gmail.com).

August 13, 2009

News

Family History Expo (Updated)

Dear Family History Consultant:

We want to make you aware of a family history conference occurring soon in the Salt Lake City, Utah area. You may find information at this conference beneficial in helping members find their ancestors—particularly the free classes for family history consultants and workers.

The theme for this year's event is “Learn the Tech to Trace Your Roots!” It will be held at the South Towne Exposition Center (9575 South State Street), Sandy, Utah, August 28-29, 2009, and is sponsored by Family History Expos.com and FamilySearch.

Please note the free Family History Consultant Training classes in the schedule. These classes begin Saturday, August 29, 1:00-5:00 p.m. in Hall 4. Simply bring the Free Classes coupon below for access to the consultant classes. There is also no cost for attending the keynote address or the exhibit hall, but you will need to show the Free Classes coupon to be admitted.

If you wish to attend the other classes, pre-registration is $68.00 through August 24. After August 24, you may register at the door. The cost will be $78.00 for both days and $48.00 per day. Individuals who want to attend only one or two classes and visit the Exhibit Hall can register for single classes at $12.00 each.

Over 100 classes will be presented by industry leaders and experts from the local and national genealogical community as well as staff from the Church’s Family History Department. Products and services from genealogy companies will also be showcased in an exhibit hall where you can meet with specialists for free personal consultations on research questions or problems.

Expo details and the class schedule are available online at: www.FHExpos.com.

All questions should be directed to:
Family History Expos.com
PO Box 187
Morgan, Utah 84050
Email: Expo@FHExpos.com
Phone: 801-829-3295
Web: http://www.fhexpos.com/events/upcoming.php?event_id=50#loc



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Spanish Family History Center

I wish I could post this in Spanish. Oh well.

The Utah South Spanish Family History Center is located at 263 North 800 West, in Provo. Their phone number is 801-356-0661. Their hours are from 6PM to 9PM. While they don't have an actual course on new.familysearch training, they can train an individual in conjunction with the online training available.

Presenting to the Bishops

I'm fortunate to be able to speak to the bishops this Thursday. I am excited to share a little of what I know and this new system. I won't have a lot of time, so I have to be direct. I'm grateful to be called to this position. I hope I can help many members take advantage of these blessings!