Visiting Teaching Struggle - SCHEDULES

Visiting Teaching Tips:

 Those who attended our February visiting teaching activity were asked to

 share at least one success and struggle they’ve had with visiting teaching. 

Throughout the year I’ll be addressing those struggles that were shared in hopes to give some ideas that you can implement that will help your visiting teaching experience become more joyful.

STRUGGLE – Schedules

Ways to improve:

1.      Start early in the month. This seems rather obvious, but it really can help. Everyone is busy, but giving yourself a whole month to get together with your visiting teachees sets yourself up for success. ( http://ldsmag.com/article-1-13831/)

2.      Make a designated day every month to go with your partner.  (i.e. every third Tuesday or second week of the month).  Review your month and let your partner know when you’ll be available. ( http://ldsmag.com/article-1-13831/)

3.      If your assigned sister has a home environment where you can’t do a “traditional” visiting teaching meeting, meet her where you can to watch over her. This may include: long phone calls, a meeting at church, meet for lunch, text messages or emails throughout the month to check in and see how she is doing. 
( http://ldsmag.com/article-1-13831/)

4.      Last, but not least. Make it a matter of prayer. Sister Julie B. Beck taught that when we put the Lord first he will help us to establish our priorities and learn balance. He will help us find the time as we ask for his help.

“If monthly visits aren’t possible, please don’t do nothing. Be creative and find a way to connect with each sister.” (Sister Bonnie Parkin)