Primary children should be anxiously preparing their annual Sacrament program. Each ward’s primary presidency and bishopric determine the date that it occurs. The dates range from early September to late November. The Primary Sacrament program is a wonderful meeting. The children are able to showcase what they learned throughout the year. It includes songs and speaking parts. Usually primary presidencies try to give each child either a spoken part or a special musical number to participate in.
If you have a child in Primary than you will need to practice his part with him. This will help the program to run smoothly. There is always someone available to prompt your child if he forgets, so do not put too much pressure on him. Many wards have a practice on a Saturday for the program. If your ward does this make sure that your child is there to participate. It is also important to arrive a little early the day of the program so that your child will have time to find his seat.
Primary programs are wonderful. It is fun to watch the children say their lines. It is also interesting to see what they have learned in sharing time throughout the year. The spirit is always very strong as the children sing the songs they have learned that year. The theme for this year was “I Will Trust in Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ: Their Promises Are Sure.”
The primary program is a great chance to invite family and friends to attend church with you in a pressure free atmosphere. Grandparents especially would love to see their grandchildren participate in the program. It can be a way to open the discussion about church with those that you love. The children also feel special when people come just to see them participate.