LDS Mailing Lists GENEALOGY RESOURCES ON THE INTERNET

LDS MAILING LISTS

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Last update: April 7, 2008 by John Fuller, johnf14246@aol.com

  1. CFHCPatronNewsletter. A read only mailing list (consisting of a monthly newsletter and periodic news updates) that disseminates information regarding the holdings, operations, and services of the Calgary (Canada) Family History Centre. You can subscribe from http://groups.yahoo.com/group/cfhcpatronnewsletter/ or by sending the following to cfhcpatronnewsletter-subscribe@yahoogroups.com: subscribe

  2. DC-KENSINGTONFHC-NEWS. A mailing list for the distribution of the monthly Kensington Family History Center (Washington, D.C.) newsletter to patrons and other interested individuals. This newsletter includes genealogy information and the schedules for monthly training events and upcoming seminars. List membership is restricted to those living in the DC/Baltimore metropolitan area. If you live in this area you can subscribe by sending a message to the List Administrator at dc-kensingtonfhc-news-admin@rootsweb.com stating your location and requesting that you be added to the list.

  3. ELIJAH. A mailing list for believing members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints to discuss their ideas and experiences relating to genealogy in the LDS Church (individuals not of the LDS faith are welcome to join as long as they respect the beliefs of the LDS faith and do not meaningfully offend these beliefs). To subscribe send "subscribe" to elijah-l-request@rootsweb.com (mail mode) or elijah-d-request@rootsweb.com (digest mode). This list is to be used specifically for:
    a. Sharing LDS related genealogy ideas, tools and approaches
    b. Sharing LDS related genealogy experiences and testimonies
    c. Discussing answers to LDS related genealogy questions
    d. Discussing scriptures relating to genealogy
    e. Sharing LDS related genealogy news from throughout the world
    f. Other LDS related genealogical issues topics

  4. FHCNET. A mailing list for directors and others closely associated with the operation of Latter-day Saints (LDS) Family History Centers. Topics include staff training, collection development, film/fiche management, equipment maintenance, FamilySearch, and patron services. You can subscribe from http://groups.yahoo.com/group/fhcnet/ or by sending the following to fhcnet-subscribe@yahoogroups.com: subscribe

  5. FHCPatrons. A mailing list for the patrons of the Family History Center in Naperville, Illinois, who may wish to collaborate, share films, make suggestions, work on research projects together, or otherwise communicate with each other. You can subscribe from http://groups.yahoo.com/group/fhcpatrons/ or by sending the following to fhcpatrons-subscribe@yahoogroups.com: subscribe

  6. FHCSupport. A mailing list for directors and others closely associated with the operation of Latter-day Saints family history centers (FHCs). Topics for discussion include staff training, microfilm circulation, collection development, FamilySearch, equipment maintenance, and patron services. You can subscribe from http://groups.yahoo.com/group/fhcsupport/ or by sending the following to fhcsupport-subscribe@yahoogroups.com: subscribe

  7. FHCTech. A mailing list for the discussion of all topics that support the operations of the Computer Specialists at the Latter- day Saints (LDS) Family History Centers. Additional information can be found on the FHC Technology website. You can subscribe from http://groups.yahoo.com/group/fhctech/ or by sending the following to fhctech-subscribe@yahoogroups.com: subscribe

  8. GEN-ROOTERS. A mailing list for members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints to share ideas and helpful hints on the "how-to's" of genealogy. To subscribe send a nicely worded message to Dianne Morris at morris35671@aol.com containing a brief description of your Church affiliation and a request that you be added to the list.

  9. HANDCART. A mailing list for anyone who has an interest in the genealogy, journals, and stories of the Pioneers of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints who settled in the Salt Lake Valley from 1847 to 1860. To subscribe send "subscribe" to handcart-l-request@rootsweb.com (mail mode) or handcart-d-request@rootsweb.com (digest mode).

  10. historia_familiar. A mailing list for all LDS members that have Family History callings and serve Spanish Stakes and Wards throughout the world. The list is open to all Advisors, Directors, Stake Consultants, Ward Consultants, and teachers that serve the Spanish speaking LDS members. The language for the list is Spanish. You can subscribe from http://es.groups.yahoo.com/group/historia_familiar/ or by sending the following to historia_familiar-subscribe@yahoogroups.com: subscribe

  11. LDS-FamilySearch-Website. A mailing list for the discussion and sharing of information regarding the LDS Family Search website. Queries regarding general genealogical research, researching your own family, or LDS doctrine are beyond the scope of the list. You can subscribe from http://groups.yahoo.com/group/lds-familysearch-website/ or by sending the following to lds-familysearch-website-subscribe@yahoogroups.co m: subscribe

  12. LDSFHCConsultants. A mailing list solely for LDS Family History Center consultants to exchange information and ideas, discuss programs and workshops, ask questions, etc. You can subscribe from http://groups.yahoo.com/group/ldsfhcconsultants/ or by sending the following to ldsfhcconsultants-subscribe@yahoogroups.com: subscribe

  13. LDS-GENEALOGY. A mailing list for those who use the Latter-day Saints Family History Centers, Library, and Family Search Internet Genealogy Service web site for their genealogy research efforts to discuss the available resources and their application. Additional information can be found on the LDS-GENEALOGY Mailing List web site. To subscribe send "subscribe" to lds-genealogy-l-request@rootsweb.com (mail mode) or lds-genealogy-d-request@rootsweb.com (digest mode).

  14. LDS-LESSONS. A mailing list for Family History Teachers who wish to learn more about Family History Research through lessons, tips on teaching, and answers to questions about teaching; however, anyone interested in the subject matter is welcome. While the focus in not exclusive to Latter-day Saints; many tips and lessons will be geared towards LDS members and Family History Centers. To subscribe send "subscribe" to lds-lessons-l-request@rootsweb.com (mail mode) or lds-lessons-d-request@rootsweb.com (digest mode).

  15. LDS-WARD-CONSULTANT. A mailing list for the use of ward and stake genealogy consultants and specialists of the Latter-day Saints (LDS) Church to exchange suggestions, guidelines, data, etc. related to their duties. This list is not sponsored by the LDS Church. Additional information can be found on the LDS-Ward-Consultants Mailing List web page. You can subscribe from the above web page or by sending a message to the list owner at acwomack@aol.com stating your LDS functions and requesting that you be added to the list.

  16. Lethbridge_FHC. A mailing list for the discussion and exchange of ideas for all staff and patrons of the Family History Center (FHC) in Lethbridge, Alberta, Canada. Any topics dealing with the FHC or genealogical research in general are acceptable. You can subscribe by sending the following to lethbridge_fhc-subscribe@yahoogroups.com: subscribe

  17. NapervilleFHC. A mailing list for the members of the library staff of the Family History Center (FHC) in Naperville, Illinois, to discuss concerns and issues related to the FHC. If you are a member of the FHC staff or desire to participate in staff-related activites at the FHC, you can subscribe by sending an email to napervillefhc-subscribe@yahoogroups.com describing you current or proposed staff efforts and requesting that you be subscribed to the list.

  18. PAF. A mailing list for discussion and help regarding the use of all versions of the Personal Ancestral File genealogy program. Additional information can be found on the PAF Mailing List site. You can subscribe from the above web site or by sending the following to majordomo@innernet.org: subscribe paf

  19. PAF-2.31-USERS. A mailing list for users of Version 2.31 of the Personal Ancestral File (PAF) genealogy software program to interact with other users, seek help in using the program, and exchange ideas and solutions regarding problem areas. To subscribe send "subscribe" to paf-2.31-users-l-request@rootsweb.com (mail mode) or paf-2.31-users-d-request@rootsweb.com (digest mode).

  20. PAF-3-USERS. A mailing list for users of Version 3 of the Personal Ancestral File (PAF) genealogy software program to interact with other users, seek help in using the program, and exchange ideas and solutions regarding problem areas. To subscribe send "subscribe" to paf-3-users-l-request@rootsweb.com (mail mode) or paf-3-users-d-request@rootsweb.com (digest mode).

  21. PAF-4-USERS. A mailing list for users of Version 4 of the Personal Ancestral File (PAF) genealogy software program to interact with other users, seek help in using the program, and exchange ideas and solutions regarding problem areas. To subscribe send "subscribe" to paf-4-users-l-request@rootsweb.com (mail mode) or paf-4-users-d-request@rootsweb.com (digest mode).

  22. PAF-5-USERS. A mailing list for users of the Personal Ancestral File Version 5.x genealogy software program. To subscribe send "subscribe" to paf-5-users-l-request@rootsweb.com (mail mode) or paf-5-users-d-request@rootsweb.com (digest mode).

  23. paf-lug. A mailing list for the members of the Personal Ancestral File Lincoln (Nebraska) Users Group to discuss genealogy-related computer technology including use of the Personal Ancestral File (PAF) software program, and other genealogical research subjects. Non-members of the Group are welcome to subscribe to the list. You can subscribe from http://groups.yahoo.com/group/paf-lug/ or by sending the following to paf-lug-subscribe@yahoogroups.com: subscribe

  24. PAF-TEMPLES. A mailing list for the discussion and sharing of information regarding the Personal Ancestral File (PAF) genealogy program. Postings may also include related topics on Temple work in the Latter-Day Saints Church. To subscribe send "subscribe" to paf-temples-l-request@rootsweb.com (mail mode) or paf-temples-d-request@rootsweb.com (digest mode).

  25. PARADISE-PROJECT. A mailing list for the discussion and sharing of information regarding the Paradise Valley Genealogy Project in Maricopa County, Arizona. The purpose of this project is to assist patrons of the LDS Paradise Valley Stake in the use of their stake Family History Center, both for personal Family History Work and participation in Family Temple Work. It allows patrons to exchange research methods, make announcements of upcoming events, ask for assistance, and provide discussion of general Family History questions. Discussion is not limited to members of the LDS church and is geared toward the non-professional or hobbiest researcher. To subscribe send "subscribe" to paradise-project-l-request@rootsweb.com (mail mode) or paradise-project-d-request@rootsweb.com (digest mode).

  26. PRF-CDs. A mailing list for the discussion and sharing of information regarding the "Pedigree Resource File" CDs printed by the LDS Church. You can subscribe from http://groups.yahoo.com/group/prf-cds/ or by sending the following to prf-cds-subscribe@yahoogroups.com: subscribe

  27. UT-CACHE-FHC. A mailing list for the discussion and sharing of information regarding the genealogical resources available at the Regional Cache Family History Center in Logan, Utah. To subscribe send "subscribe" to ut-cache-fhc-l-request@rootsweb.com (mail mode) or ut-cache-fhc-d-request@rootsweb.com (digest mode).

  28. WA-REDMOND-STAKE. A genealogy discussion list for Redmond, Washington Stake LDS Church members and friends. To subscribe send "subscribe" to wa-redmond-stake-l-request@rootsweb.com (mail mode) or wa-redmond-stake-d-request@rootsweb.com (digest mode).

  29. WASHINGTON-DC-FHLC. A mailing list for the members of the Family History Library to receive the monthly Family History Library Catalog newsletter and to communicate with each other regarding Library matters. List membership is restricted to those living in the DC/Baltimore metropolitan area. If you are a member of the Library and live in this area, you can subscribe by sending a message to the List Administrator at washington-dc-fhlc-admin@rootsweb.com stating your membership in the Library and your location and requesting that you be added to the list.