October 2025 Study Guide Outline

 24-Week Curriculum: The Family and the Gospel of Jesus Christ 

Study guide 1: The Eternal Foundation (Weeks 1-4) Focus: Divine identity, the blueprint of the family, and God's plan. 

 Week Speaker Talk Theme / Title (Likely) Family-Centered Principle:

1 Pres. Dallin H. Oaks "The Family-Centered Gospel of Jesus Christ" (Sun. Afternoon) The Core Doctrine: The family is ordained of God and central to the plan of salvation. 

2 Elder Brik V. Eyre "Know Who You Really Are" (Sat. Morning) Divine Identity: Understanding our role as children of God is the foundation for strong family relationships. 

3 Elder Ronald A. Rasband "The Family Proclamation—Words From God" (Sat. Afternoon) The Divine Blueprint: Deep dive into the Lord's immutable standard for marriage and the family.

 4 Elder B. Corey Cuvelier "The Name by Which Ye Are Called" (Sun. Afternoon) Covenant Identity: Our family identity is secured by the name of Christ, guiding our choices and our eternal destiny. 

 Study Guide 2: Power and Healing Through Christ (Weeks 5-8) Focus: Atonement, forgiveness, repentance, and new beginnings in family life. 

 Week Speaker Talk Theme / Title (Likely) Family-Centered Principle 

5 Elder Neil L. Andersen "The Atoning Love of Jesus Christ" (Sat. Evening) Healing Family Wounds: Finding forgiveness from sin and finding healing from the pain caused by the sins of others. 

6 Elder Patrick Kearon "Fresh Starts Through Jesus Christ" (Sat. Evening) New Beginnings: The Atonement grants endless opportunities for family members to forgive and begin again, overcoming bad habits and grudges. 

7 Elder Dale G. Renlund "Taking on the Name of Jesus Christ" (Sun. Afternoon) Power through Covenants: How taking the Savior's name through covenants (especially temple sealings) empowers us in our family roles.

 8 Elder Kelly R. Johnson "Be Reconciled to God" (Sat. Morning) Family Harmony: Being reconciled to God (lining up our will with His) is the prerequisite for peace and unity in the home. 

 Study 3: Creating a Christ-Centered Home (Weeks 9-12) Focus: Daily application of the gospel, focusing on teaching, belonging, and emotional support. 

Week Speaker Talk Theme / Title (Likely) Family-Centered Principle 

9 Elder Gerrit W. Gong "No One Sits Alone" (Sat. Afternoon) Belonging in the Family: Creating a safe, non-judgmental "inn" in the home where every family member feels loved, seen, and needed. 

10 Sister J. Anette Dennis "Cheering Each Other On" (Sat. Evening) Family Support System: Encouraging supportive relationships, celebrating small victories, and cheering for each other's eternal progress. 

11 Sister Tracy Y. Browning "Tune Your Heart to Jesus Christ" (Sat. Morning) Teaching the Young: Using simple gospel tools (like Primary songs) to teach children and strengthen family testimony. 

12 Elder Michael Cziesla "Simplicity in Christ" (Sat. Afternoon) Consistency Over Complexity: Focus on simple, consistent acts of discipleship (prayer, scripture study) to keep the Spirit in the home. 

 Study 4: Discipleship and Virtue (Weeks 13-16) Focus: Christlike attributes, personal growth, and practical actions that bless the home. 

Week Speaker Talk Theme / Title (Likely) Family-Centered Principle 

13 Elder Gary E. Stevenson "Blessed Are the Peacemakers" (Sat. Morning) Resolving Conflict: Applying peacemaking principles to family arguments, seeking unity, and resolving tension in the home. 

14 Elder D. Todd Christofferson "The Enduring Virtues of Discipleship" (Sun. Morning) Christlike Attributes: Focusing on essential virtues (e.g., temperance, humility) that are critical for patient and loving parenting and marriage. 

15 Elder Steven C. Barlow "Lovest Thou Me?" (Sat. Evening) Service as Love: Show our love for God by gratefully serving and lifting His children, starting with our family members.

 16 Elder Ronald M. Barcellos "The Lord Looketh on the Heart" (Sat. Morning) Internal Motivation: The importance of giving our heart to the Savior and serving family from a place of pure, Christlike love rather than obligation. 

Phase 5: The Work of Salvation at Home (Weeks 17-20) Focus: Personal responsibility, teaching, and using the tools God has provided for family guidance. 

Week Speaker Talk Theme / Title (Likely) Family-Centered Principle 

17 Elder David A. Bednar "'They Are Their Own Judges'" (Sun. Afternoon) Accountability and Agency: Teaching family members (especially children) the principle of agency and personal responsibility for their choices. 

18 Elder Ozani Farias "The Book of Mormon—An Immeasurable Treasure..." (Sun. Afternoon) Family Scripture Study: The power of the Book of Mormon to deepen conversion and provide direction for the family journey. 

19 Elder John D. Amos "The Good News Recipe" (Sun. Afternoon) Gospel Living for Joy: Following God's simple formula (or recipe) for happy family living and raising joyful children. 

20 Elder William K. Jackson "Remembering the Sheep" (Counting and Accounting) (Sat. Evening) Ministering in the Home: Applying ministering principles (counseling, accountability, noticing by name) to strengthen one's own family unit. 

 

Study 6: Enduring to the End (Weeks 21-24) Focus: Perseverance, eternal vision, and preparation for the future. 

Week Speaker Talk Theme / Title (Likely) Family-Centered Principle

21 Elder Dieter F. Uchtdorf "Do Your Part With All Your Heart" (Sat. Morning) Wholehearted Effort: Encouraging diligence and perseverance in the day-to-day work of parenting and maintaining a righteous marriage.

 22 Elder Quentin L. Cook "The Lord Is Hastening His Work" (Sat. Afternoon) Eternal Perspective: Connecting the hastening of the work to family history, temple ordinances, and the ultimate goal of eternal family life. 

23 Elder Henry B. Eyring "Proved and Strengthened in Jesus Christ" (Sun. Morning) Strength in Adversity: Trusting the Savior to give us the spiritual strength to endure trials and tribulations that inevitably come to every family. 

24 Elder Jeffrey R. Holland "The Testimony That Will Not Pass Away" (Sun. Morning) A Sure Witness: The final week focuses on cultivating a firm, non-perishable testimony in the hearts of family members as the ultimate protection. 

 Talks that can be Integrated into Other Weeks:

 Elder Matthew S. Holland ("Forsake Not Your Own Mercy"): The principle of mercy and forgiveness is integrated into Weeks 5 and 6 (Atonement and New Starts).

 Brother Chad H. Webb ("That All May Be Edified"): The theme of teaching and the Holy Ghost is a component of Weeks 11, 12, and 18. 

Elder James E. Evanson, Elder Peter M. Johnson, Elder Ulisses Soares, Elder Andrea Muñoz Spannaus (General Authorities/General Officers who spoke): Their messages on themes like hope, faith, and spiritual stability are integrated into the core principles of Weeks 14, 16, and 23. 

The focus on the Quorum of the Twelve and First Presidency talks helps maintain continuity, while the messages of the Seventies and General Officers are naturally woven into the corresponding thematic weeks.