One of the most recognisable characteristics of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is its emphasis on family life. The Church teaches that it is in the family that principles of Christian living can best be taught, shared and exemplified.

For nearly two decades the people throughout Australia have enjoyed a series of award-winning television and radio spots promoting family values produced by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. The spots deal with such things as communication in the home, handling teen peer pressure and strengthening marriages. All reflect the Church's deep commitment to the family.

Latter-day Saints may be the only Christians who actively teach that families can be eternal. The Church teaches that marriage is sacred and that special Church services in the Temple can unite a family throughout eternity. Latter-day Saints believe they have many ideas to share with the community that help build caring family relationships. For example, for many years the Church has encouraged each family to set aside at least one night a week for family home evening. Families participate in activities that strengthen ties and provide opportunities for open communication. The Church provides manuals to assist parents in planning interesting and meaningful home evenings.	"One of the most recognisable characteristics of the Church is its emphasis on family life."
The aim of family home evening and other family-centred activities is to help family members develop as individuals and deal more effectively with personal or family crises. Experience has shown that family unity leads to greater personal contentment, peace of mind and self-worth. Effective families also lead to effective communities. Where society does not value the family, or the role of fathers and mothers, the direct result is community disharmony and dislocation. For Church purposes, "the family" includes single parents raising children on their own, as well as the traditional two-parent family.