Service members are encouraged to request a priesthood blessing from their home teachers or priesthood leaders before deploying. This can be a source of comfort and strength for the family as well as the service member. If the service member holds the Melchizedek Priesthood, he is encouraged to give his spouse and children priesthood blessings before departing. Home teachers or priesthood leaders should be asked to provide priesthood blessings to the family members if the service member does not hold the priesthood. It is also appropriate to provide a blessing on the home where the family will reside during the period of separation.

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