Family Council

The family council method is given to families for their success and growth. It is patterned after the weekly meetings that the apostles have. Elder Ballard has great information about the subject through his books and conference talks. Here are the guidelines for the family council-

1.  Meet in a sacred place (home)
2.  Set aside a regular time each week
3.   Express love and appreciation
4.   Open with prayer, seeking to know God’s will
5.    Discuss topics until everyone comes to an agreement, regarding what the Lord would have happen
6.  Close with prayer, seeking to follow through with God’s will and express gratitude
7.  Have refreshments

My teacher explained to us that physical contact helps while having family council. When he and his wife have family council, they sit on their bed, and he massages her feet. That provides a connection between them while they discuss important matters.

I first learned about the council method last fall semester in one of my family classes at BYUI. Soon after we discussed it in class, I was having a difficult time with a roommate. I taught her the council method, we were able to implement it in our friendship, and it improved our relationship greatly and now we are close friends. It softens hearts, and it changes perspectives. I recommend this to everyone, especially those wanting to improve their relationships.