Secrets to Finding Ancestors Who Need Temple Work

Hear our experts share tips on finding ancestors who need temple work—even if your direct line is done!

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Three Ways to Find Ancestors Who Need Ordinances

Follow the lines of your family tree back.
Look at the whole family—aunts, uncles, or cousins may need temple work.
Do some family history detective work. Don’t just focus on your direct line back.

You can:
  • Research collateral lines.
  • Find all of an ancestor’s descendants.
  • Watch the Correct Information To Submit For Ordinances video above to learn more.

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Submitting Names for Temple Ordinances Video or PDF

Descendancy Research Series: Lesson 1 Video

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