Bring Your Ancestors to Life - March 2026

Immersive Course 

March 18, 2026 3PM - 6PM ET

Transform Your Genealogy Research into Engaging Stories
Turning your family history research into captivating stories can feel daunting. But it's also an incredibly rewarding experience! In this 3-hour immersive course, we'll guide you through the storytelling process, from unearthing hidden narratives within your documents to crafting compelling narratives that bring your ancestors to life. We'll explore key techniques, provide inspiring examples, and offer opportunities for hands-on practice throughout the session. By the end, you'll have the confidence and skills to share your family history in a way that truly resonates with others.

Experience Interactive Learning with an Expert

Sunny Jane Morton is a writer, editor, and genealogy educator with a passion for helping genealogists with their storytelling skills. She is the Editor of NGS Magazine; a Contributing Editor at Family Tree Magazine (where she writes the Stories to Tell column); and author of Story of My Life: A Workbook for Preserving Your Legacy. She published an article on first-person narratives in NGS Magazine in 2025 and has training in memoir writing and historical interpretation of personal literature. She is author of Searching for Sisters: A Guide to Researching Catholic Nuns in the United States and co-author of the award-winning How to Find Your Family History in U.S. Church Records. She is coordinating GRIP Genealogy Institute’s Skill-Building Practicum in 2026.

This three-hour session is designed to immerse you in a hands-on learning experience. Led by FamilySearch expert Sunny Jane Morton, you’ll benefit from:

• Expert Guidance: Learn directly from a renowned genealogy professional.
• Practical Handouts: Access downloadable resources to enhance your learning.
• PLUS - Registrants receive the digital eBook Writing Your Family History ($19.99 value) FREE
• Interactive Q&A: Get your questions answered during the live session and through our exclusive online forum for 7 days, ensuring all your questions are answered and you receive personalized guidance as you apply what you've learned.

What You’ll Learn

• Learn to transform raw data into compelling narratives: The course will teach you how to turn a list of dates and places into a captivating story about your ancestors.
  
• Develop storytelling skills: You'll learn techniques for building a story arc, identifying themes, and crafting engaging narratives that resonate with your audience.
• Gain confidence in sharing your family history: The course will help you overcome any apprehension you may have about sharing your research and empower you to tell your family's story with confidence.
• Connect with your ancestors on a deeper level: By transforming your research into stories, you'll gain a deeper understanding of your ancestors' lives, experiences, and motivations.
• Learn from experienced instructors: The course will be led by experts who can share their knowledge and provide valuable guidance on storytelling techniques.
• Gain practical skills: The immersive format will provide opportunities for hands-on practice and feedback, allowing you to develop your storytelling skills in a supportive environment.
• Discover new ways to present your research: You'll learn how to share your family stories through various mediums, such as presentations, written narratives, and even creative projects.
• Expand your research horizons: The course will encourage you to think beyond traditional genealogical records and explore new avenues for uncovering and sharing your family's story.
  …and so much more!

Bring your ancestors to life! Join us for this session and learn to transform your research into captivating family stories.