Our Mothers Knew It with Maria Eckersley

A Creative Study of Come, Follow Me

OLD TESTAMENT [GENESIS 3–4; MOSES 4–5]

January 26–February 1 2026

OBJECT LESSONS:

FREE PRINTABLE: OLD TESTAMENT SONG: VERSE 1

UNDERSTANDING THE FALL: CARDBOARD RAMP CHALLENGE

MY EYES ARE OPENED: ROLLING BOTTLE GAME

CHAPTERS

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00:00:14 INTRO

00:02:14 INSIGHTS

00:32:08 QUESTIONS 1

00:34:05 QUESTIONS 2

00:36:31 QUESTIONS 3

00:39:16 CREATIVE OBJECT LESSONS

00:40:32 OBJECT LESSON 1

00:42:40 OBJECT LESSON 2

00:46:20 OBJECT LESSON 3

00:51:51 WRAP UP

LINKS

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ETSY: https://www.etsy.com/shop/meckmom

INSTAGRAM: Instagram @meckmomlife

PODCAST: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...

CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST DISCLAIMER

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This podcast represents my own thoughts and opinions. It is not made, approved, or endorsed by Intellectual Reserve, Inc. or The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Any content or creative interpretations, implied or included are solely those of Maria Eckersley ("MeckMom LLC"), and not those of Intellectual Reserve, Inc. or The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Great care has been made to ensure this podcast is in harmony with the overall mission of the Church. Click here to visit the official website of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Our Mothers Knew It with Maria Eckersley

A Creative Study of Come, Follow Me

OLD TESTAMENT [GENESIS 1–2; MOSES 2–3; ABRAHAM 4–5]

January 12–18 2026

OBJECT LESSONS:

“ALL THINGS…WERE VERY GOOD”: CREATION PYRAMID BOOKLET (CHART)

BY MINE ONLY BEGOTTEN I CREATED: STICKY NOTE TRUTH TEST

CHAPTERS

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00:00:14 INTRO

00:04:06 INSIGHTS

00:41:35 QUESTIONS 1

00:43:32 QUESTIONS 2

00:44:36 QUESTIONS 3

00:46:23 CREATIVE OBJECT LESSONS

00:47:39 OBJECT LESSON 1

00:50:44 OBJECT LESSON 2

00:56:22 WRAP UP

LINKS

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WEB: https://www.gather.meckmom.com

ETSY: https://www.etsy.com/shop/meckmom

INSTAGRAM: Instagram @meckmomlife

PODCAST: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...

CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST DISCLAIMER

=================================

This podcast represents my own thoughts and opinions. It is not made, approved, or endorsed by Intellectual Reserve, Inc. or The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Any content or creative interpretations, implied or included are solely those of Maria Eckersley ("MeckMom LLC"), and not those of Intellectual Reserve, Inc. or The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Great care has been made to ensure this podcast is in harmony with the overall mission of the Church. Click here to visit the official website of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Our Mothers Knew It with Maria Eckersley

A Creative Study of Come, Follow Me

OLD TESTAMENT [MOSES 1; ABRHAM 3]

January 5–11 2026

OBJECT LESSONS:

“IT IS DARKNESS UNTO ME”: DALMATION/SKUNK ANALOGY

“I WILL MULTIPLY THEE…LIKE UNTO THESE”: STAR MAKER DOME

CHAPTERS

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00:00:14 INTRO

00:04:20 INSIGHTS

00:41:47 QUESTIONS 1

00:43:28 QUESTIONS 2

00:44:52 QUESTIONS 3

00:46:35 CREATIVE OBJECT LESSONS

00:50:13 OBJECT LESSON 1

00:52:42 OBJECT LESSON 2

00:56:23 WRAP UP

LINKS

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WEB: https://www.gather.meckmom.com

ETSY: https://www.etsy.com/shop/meckmom

INSTAGRAM: Instagram @meckmomlife

PODCAST: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...

CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST DISCLAIMER

=================================

This podcast represents my own thoughts and opinions. It is not made, approved, or endorsed by Intellectual Reserve, Inc. or The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Any content or creative interpretations, implied or included are solely those of Maria Eckersley ("MeckMom LLC"), and not those of Intellectual Reserve, Inc. or The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Great care has been made to ensure this podcast is in harmony with the overall mission of the Church. Click here to visit the official website of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Our Mothers Knew It with Maria Eckersley

A Creative Study of Come, Follow Me

OLD TESTAMENT [INTRODUCTION]

December 29–January 4, 2025-26

OBJECT LESSON 1: Books of the Old Testament: Brainstorm Game

CHAPTERS

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00:00:14 ANNOUNCEMENT

00:05:02 INTRO

00:15:23 CREATIVE OBJECT LESSONS

00:17:49 OBJECT LESSON 1

00:22:00 WRAP UP

LINKS

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WEB: https://www.gather.meckmom.com

ETSY: https://www.etsy.com/shop/meckmom

INSTAGRAM: Instagram @meckmomlife

PODCAST: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...

CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST DISCLAIMER

=================================

This podcast represents my own thoughts and opinions. It is not made, approved, or endorsed by Intellectual Reserve, Inc. or The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Any content or creative interpretations, implied or included are solely those of Maria Eckersley ("MeckMom LLC"), and not those of Intellectual Reserve, Inc. or The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Great care has been made to ensure this podcast is in harmony with the overall mission of the Church. Click here to visit the official website of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Our Mothers Knew It with Maria Eckersley

A Creative Study of Come, Follow Me

D&C [CHRISTMAS]

“The Matchless Gift of God’s Divine Son”

December 22 – December 28, 2025

WEEK 52 SUMMARY

The Prophet Joseph Smith declared, “The fundamental principles of our religion are the testimony of the Apostles and Prophets, concerning Jesus Christ, that He died, was buried, and rose again the third day, and ascended into heaven; and all other things which pertain to our religion are only appendages to it” (Teachings of Presidents of the Church: Joseph Smith [2011], 49). Over 160 years later, this statement inspired the First Presidency and Quorum of the Twelve Apostles to publish “The Living Christ: The Testimony of the Apostles” in honor of the 2,000th anniversary of the Savior’s birth (see Russell M. Nelson, “Drawing the Power of Jesus Christ into Our Lives,” Ensign or Liahona, May 2017, 40).

As Latter-day Saints, we rejoice in the blessing of continuing revelation through modern prophets and apostles. We are thankful for their inspired words of counsel, warning, and encouragement. But most of all, we are blessed by their powerful testimonies of Jesus Christ—at Christmastime and throughout the year. These are more than just stirring words of skilled writers or public speakers or insights from scriptural experts. They are the words of God’s chosen, called, and authorized “special witnesses of the name of Christ in all the world” (Doctrine and Covenants 107:23).

OBJECT LESSON 1: "Joy to the World": Shadow Nativity

CHAPTERS

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00:00:14 ANNOUNCEMENT

00:02:08 INTRO

00:14:42 WOMEN IN THE SCRIPTURES

01:33:50 WRAP UP

LINKS

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WEB: https://www.gather.meckmom.com

ETSY: https://www.etsy.com/shop/meckmom

INSTAGRAM: Instagram @meckmomlife

PODCAST: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...

CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST DISCLAIMER

=================================

This podcast represents my own thoughts and opinions. It is not made, approved, or endorsed by Intellectual Reserve, Inc. or The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Any content or creative interpretations, implied or included are solely those of Maria Eckersley ("MeckMom LLC"), and not those of Intellectual Reserve, Inc. or The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Great care has been made to ensure this podcast is in harmony with the overall mission of the Church. Click here to visit the official website of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

• Creative Come Follow Me digital course
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CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST DISCLAIMER: This podcast represents my own thoughts and opinions. It is not made, approved or endorsed by Intellectual Reserve, Inc. or The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Any content or creative interpretations, implied or included are solely those of Maria Eckersley ("MeckMom LLC"), and not those of Intellectual Reserve, Inc. or The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Great care has been made to ensure this podcast is in harmony with the overall mission of the Church. Click here to visit the official website of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Our Mothers Knew It with Maria Eckersley

A Creative Study of Come, Follow Me

D&C [THE ARTICLES OF FAITH & OFFICIAL DECLARATIONS 1 & 2]

“We Believe”

December 8 – December 14, 2025

WEEK 50 SUMMARY

The Articles of Faith articulate foundational beliefs of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, including the Godhead of Father, Son, and Holy Ghost; personal accountability for sins; salvation through Christ's Atonement via faith, repentance, baptism by immersion, and receiving the Holy Ghost; priesthood authority and primitive church organization with prophets and apostles; spiritual gifts like prophecy and healing; the Bible and Book of Mormon as scripture; ongoing revelation; the gathering of Israel, Zion in America, Christ's millennial reign, and earth's paradisiacal renewal; religious freedom; obedience to laws; and pursuing virtues like honesty, chastity, and benevolence. Official Declaration 1 (1890) ended plural marriage under revelation to President Wilford Woodruff to comply with U.S. laws and protect Church operations. Official Declaration 2 (1978) extended priesthood ordination and temple blessings to all worthy males regardless of race, as revealed to President Spencer W. Kimball, affirming divine impartiality and fulfilling prophecies.

SPARK 1: A MIGHTY OAK

SPARK 2: THE BLAME GAME

OBJECT LESSON 1: “We Believe”: Articles of Faith Playing Cards

OBJECT LESSON 2: “Long-Promised Day”: Post-It Notes Snowflakes

CHAPTERS

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00:00:14 ANNOUNCEMENT

00:02:45 INTRO

00:04:58 QUICK GLANCE

00:11:04 SPARK 1

00:20:50 QUESTIONS 1

00:23:38 OBJECT LESSON 1

00:27:23 SPARK 2

00:38:11 QUESTIONS 2

00:42:13 OBJECT LESSON 2

00:46:29 WRAP UP

LINKS

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WEB: https://www.gather.meckmom.com

ETSY: https://www.etsy.com/shop/meckmom

INSTAGRAM: Instagram @meckmomlife

PODCAST: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...

CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST DISCLAIMER

=================================

This podcast represents my own thoughts and opinions. It is not made, approved, or endorsed by Intellectual Reserve, Inc. or The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Any content or creative interpretations, implied or included are solely those of Maria Eckersley ("MeckMom LLC"), and not those of Intellectual Reserve, Inc. or The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Great care has been made to ensure this podcast is in harmony with the overall mission of the Church. Click here to visit the official website of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Our Mothers Knew It with Maria Eckersley

A Creative Study of Come, Follow Me

D&C [D&C 137-138]

“The Vision of the Redemption of the Dead”

December 1 – December 7, 2025

WEEK 49 SUMMARY

Doctrine and Covenants 135 and 136 are significant sections that address the martyrdom of Joseph Smith and Hyrum Smith, and the guidance for the Saints as they prepared to move westward. Section 135 announces the martyrdom of Joseph and Hyrum Smith, highlighting their contributions to the Church and the impact of their deaths. It emphasizes their roles as prophets and the sealing of their testimonies with their blood. Section 136, given through Brigham Young, provides instructions for the organization and conduct of the Saints as they prepared to journey to the Salt Lake Valley. It outlines principles of unity, faith, and obedience, encouraging the Saints to care for one another and maintain their faith during the challenging journey ahead.

SPARK 1: THE HEARTS DESIRE

SPARK 2: FAST GROWING SEEDS

OBJECT LESSON 1: “According to the Desire of their Hearts”: Bottle Flip Challenge

OBJECT LESSON 2: “The Chosen Messengers Went Forth”: Layered Reveal Trick

CHAPTERS

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00:00:14 ANNOUNCEMENT

00:01:25 INTRO

00:04:24 QUICK GLANCE

00:11:54 SPARK 1

00:21:18 QUESTIONS 1

00:23:56 OBJECT LESSON 1

00:27:36 SPARK 2

00:36:50 QUESTIONS 2

00:38:52 OBJECT LESSON 2

00:43:32 WRAP UP

#whitneyhoustonchallenge

Music: I Will Always Love You by Whitney Houston

From the album/soundtrack: The Bodyguard (Original Soundtrack Album)

Artist: Whitney Houston

Written by: Dolly Parton

Listen here: [link to official YouTube video or Spotify, e.g., https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3JWTaaS7LdU]

No copyright infringement intended. Used for entertainment purposes.

LINKS

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WEB: https://www.gather.meckmom.com

ETSY: https://www.etsy.com/shop/meckmom

INSTAGRAM: Instagram @meckmomlife

PODCAST: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...

CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST DISCLAIMER

=================================

This podcast represents my own thoughts and opinions. It is not made, approved, or endorsed by Intellectual Reserve, Inc. or The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Any content or creative interpretations, implied or included are solely those of Maria Eckersley ("MeckMom LLC"), and not those of Intellectual Reserve, Inc. or The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Great care has been made to ensure this podcast is in harmony with the overall mission of the Church. Click here to visit the official website of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Our Mothers Knew It with Maria Eckersley

A Creative Study of Come, Follow Me

D&C [D&C 135-136]

He “Has Sealed His Mission and His Works with His Own Blood”

November 24 – November 30, 2025

WEEK 48 SUMMARY

Doctrine and Covenants 135 and 136 are significant sections that address the martyrdom of Joseph Smith and Hyrum Smith, and the guidance for the Saints as they prepared to move westward. Section 135 announces the martyrdom of Joseph and Hyrum Smith, highlighting their contributions to the Church and the impact of their deaths. It emphasizes their roles as prophets and the sealing of their testimonies with their blood. Section 136, given through Brigham Young, provides instructions for the organization and conduct of the Saints as they prepared to journey to the Salt Lake Valley. It outlines principles of unity, faith, and obedience, encouraging the Saints to care for one another and maintain their faith during the challenging journey ahead.

SPARK 1: A SUMMER’S MORNING

SPARK 2: A PECULIAR PEOPLE

OBJECT LESSON 1: “They Lived for Glory”: Unquenchable Fire Trick

OBJECT LESSON 2: “Marvel Not at These Things”: Pioneer Bandana Puzzle

CHAPTERS

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00:00:14 ANNOUNCEMENT

00:01:20 INTRO

00:04:06 QUICK GLANCE

00:10:10 SPARK 1

00:20:54 QUESTIONS 1

00:22:59 OBJECT LESSON 1

00:28:08 SPARK 2

00:38:37 QUESTIONS 2

00:40:14 OBJECT LESSON 2

00:45:58 WRAP UP

#whitneyhoustonchallenge

Music: I Will Always Love You by Whitney Houston

From the album/soundtrack: The Bodyguard (Original Soundtrack Album)

Artist: Whitney Houston

Written by: Dolly Parton

Listen here: [link to official YouTube video or Spotify, e.g., https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3JWTaaS7LdU]

No copyright infringement intended. Used for entertainment purposes.

LINKS

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WEB: https://www.gather.meckmom.com

ETSY: https://www.etsy.com/shop/meckmom

INSTAGRAM: Instagram @meckmomlife

PODCAST: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...

CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST DISCLAIMER

=================================

This podcast represents my own thoughts and opinions. It is not made, approved, or endorsed by Intellectual Reserve, Inc. or The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Any content or creative interpretations, implied or included are solely those of Maria Eckersley ("MeckMom LLC"), and not those of Intellectual Reserve, Inc. or The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Great care has been made to ensure this podcast is in harmony with the overall mission of the Church. Click here to visit the official website of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Our Mothers Knew It with Maria Eckersley

A Creative Study of Come, Follow Me

D&C [D&C 133-134]

“Prepare Ye for the Coming of the Bridegroom”

November 17 – November 23, 2025

WEEK 47 SUMMARY

Doctrine and Covenants 133, often referred to as the "Appendix," emphasizes the Second Coming of Jesus Christ, urging the Saints to prepare by gathering to Zion and spreading the gospel. It highlights the importance of being spiritually ready and the eventual triumph of righteousness. Doctrine and Covenants 134 outlines the Church's stance on government and law, affirming the importance of upholding laws that protect freedom and justice. It emphasizes the need for governments to secure the rights of individuals and the Church's commitment to peace and order. Both sections encourage faithfulness and preparation for the Lord's return.

SPARK 1: DEFINING BABYLON

SPARK 2: A TIME OF THANKSGIVING

OBJECT LESSON 1: “Prepare ye, prepare ye, O my people”: Cranberry Avalanche Game

OBJECT LESSON 2: “Awake and Arise”: The Gathering Pull Shapes

CHAPTERS

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00:00:14 ANNOUNCEMENT

00:02:36 INTRO

00:04:59 QUICK GLANCE

00:09:12 SPARK 1

00:19:00 QUESTIONS 1

00:20:55 OBJECT LESSON 1

00:25:48 SPARK 2

00:36:24 QUESTIONS 2

00:39:30 OBJECT LESSON 2

00:43:32 WRAP UP

#whitneyhoustonchallenge

Music: I Will Always Love You by Whitney Houston

From the album/soundtrack: The Bodyguard (Original Soundtrack Album)

Artist: Whitney Houston

Written by: Dolly Parton

Listen here: [link to official YouTube video or Spotify, e.g., https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3JWTaaS7LdU]

No copyright infringement intended. Used for entertainment purposes.

LINKS

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WEB: https://www.gather.meckmom.com

ETSY: https://www.etsy.com/shop/meckmom

INSTAGRAM: Instagram @meckmomlife

PODCAST: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...

CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST DISCLAIMER

=================================

This podcast represents my own thoughts and opinions. It is not made, approved, or endorsed by Intellectual Reserve, Inc. or The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Any content or creative interpretations, implied or included are solely those of Maria Eckersley ("MeckMom LLC"), and not those of Intellectual Reserve, Inc. or The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Great care has been made to ensure this podcast is in harmony with the overall mission of the Church. Click here to visit the official website of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.