Common Pedigree is the term used to refer to the database or the information contained in the New FamilySearch or FamilyTree

It Can be accessed two ways: Go to new.familysearch.org Go to labs.familyserach.org and then scroll

down and select the link that says Family Tree

The New Family Search was created: Reduce duplication of temple ordinance

work. Simplify the process to submit names to

the temple. Help families work together to identify

their ancestors and to make sure their family history is as accurate and complete as possible.

The new FamilySearch will make it easier for you to: See what information the Church

already has about you and your ancestors.

Work with others on shared family lines. Add new information and make

corrections. Prepare the names of your ancestors

for temple ordinances.

Make sure you have your membership number and confirmation date.

Step #1: Go to new.familysearch.org

Step #2: Select the link New users register here

Step #3: Type your

membershipnumberStep #4: Type

yourconfirmation dateStep #5: Type thetext you see in theboxStep #6: Click continue

Step #7: click yes,Continue

Step #8: Read the Conditions of Use, click I Agree

Step # 9:Type yourE-mailAddress

twiceStep #10:Click

continue

Step #11: create and type

in a user name.Step # 12: Click

continue

Step # 13: create andtype in a passwordStep #14: Selectcontinue

Step #15: select threequestions and type in the answersStep #16: select

Continue

Step #17: Enter in acontact nameStep #18: Click continue

Step #19: Choose yourcontact preferencesStep #20: Select

continue

Step #21: Print yourregistration infoStep #22: Click Done

Step #23:when you in it will ask you if you want to view the

Overviewyou can Skip the

Overview

The home page will then appear with you logged on

The Help Center has many functions: Assists in navigating New FamilySearch Has online tutorials Feedback from real people Commonly asked questions Instructions on printing Overviews and guides How to reserve a name or remove it from the

list Other information regarding common

functions

Register for the New FamilySearch by going to new.familysearch.org

Do the FamilyTree Navigation tutorial through i-learn For help go to the FHC on the 2nd floor of the

library