We must recognize that the wisdom of the Lord is greater than ours. This article highlights five ways in which that recognition can change the way we think about ministering to others through our callings, especially as we consider designing callings for new members.

A critical problem in the church is the interface between investigation and membership. This article discusses ways in which both members and missionaries can work together to ensure successful transitions for new members.

When designing a calling for a new member, many different factors must be considered. This chart systematically profiles many possible callings for new members, pointing out different strengths that each calling has.

This is the true story of how a humble branch president's simple plan for new members resulted in nearly 500 baptisms in one year. New members were immediately called to be ward missionaries, who were charged with bringing another family to church. In the language of President Hinckley, these new members had a friend, a responsbility, and were constantly nourished by teaching the gospel to others. The resulting domino effect generated remarkable growth and lasting conversions.
 
Crosslisted from the Stake and Ward Leaders section.

Tracking convert progression and new member development on an individual basis is essential to both help individuals and ensure that no one slips through the cracks. This example progress chart lists individuals by name, along with their organizational affiliations, fellowshippers from the ward, spiritual and temporal needs, and milestones for progress.