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Why Families Love It

  • Printable family council guide inspired by Elder Ballard's counsel on family councils
  • Structured questions so the whole family gets a chance to share
  • Works for Sunday family councils, weekly check-ins, or after-dinner planning sessions
  • Helps kids feel heard and builds confidence working together as a family
  • Digital download, print as many copies as you need
  • Perfect for Latter-day Saint families and any family that wants more intentional communication

We've held family councils since Beckham was old enough to sit at the table. They are not always tidy. There are crayons. There is sometimes crying. There is always a kid who needs a snack mid-meeting. But the rhythm matters. This printable came from realizing other families wanted the same kind of structure but did not know where to start. Start here.

What's Included

  • 1 printable Family Council guide (PDF)
  • Print-ready 8.5x11 design
  • Guided questions for review, concerns, and planning
  • Digital download, print as many times as you need

Digital file only. No physical product will be shipped.

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Digital File Use

  • This is a digital download. No physical product will be shipped.
  • You may print the file for personal use in your home or classroom.
  • Do not share, resell, or redistribute the files in any form.
  • For best results, print on high-quality paper or cardstock and laminate if desired.

How It Works

  1. Purchase and download. The PDF download link will be sent to your email after checkout.
  2. Print. Print on standard 8.5x11 paper at home or at a local print shop.
  3. Use it weekly. Pick a regular time (Sunday after church works for many families) and walk through the guide together.

Don't aim for perfect on the first try. Family councils get better the more you do them. Start small, keep it short, and let the rhythm grow.

Policies

Due to the nature of digital products, all sales are final.

Files are for personal use only and may not be resold or reproduced.

All designs are owned by The Fern Co. 2023-2026.

Questions or concerns? Email lisa@thefernco.com.