Lifelong Learning and Eternal Connections with Anton Bowden
Release Date: 12/26/2024
Arise with Christ
is the title of a conference talk by Elder Quentin L. Cook in which he said, “I testify today that supporting the rising generation in a time of unusual challenges and temptations is an essential responsibility given to parents and bishoprics by Heavenly Father.” Elder Cook goes on to share the following counsel with youth: “…you are at the threshold of the most important decisions you will make in your lives. Please counsel with both your parents and your bishop about important choices that are ahead of you. Allow the bishop to be your friend and counselor…We all need to repent...
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Jenae Nelson, Ph.D, is an Assistant Professor of Psychology at Brigham Young University. She also collaborates with MIT Sloan School of Management to evaluate and study programs aimed at cultivating socioemotional skills in future leaders. Jenae has worked as a remote researcher for Baylor University and Harvard University. Jenae studies the science of character strengths and spirituality to build resilience and well-being in teens and adults. Her research provides insight into practical tips and practices for individuals and families to become more grateful and generous. Jenae pioneered...
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Our guest for this enlivening episode is Cari Mitchell. Primary chorister and full-time missionary are Cari’s two favorite callings. She served as a young missionary in Ukraine and later served with her husband as mission leaders in the Chile Santiago West Mission. Cari studied both Marriage and Family Therapy and Music. She ran a private practice as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist for many years. As a therapist, she learned that if people lived by the principles outlined in the Family Proclamation, many of their problems would be eliminated. Cari met her husband, Jason, on an...
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This episode is a rebroadcast of a beloved conversation with Daniel Ranson, dedicated to his daughter, Ella Marie Ranson. Ella lived for 20 short months with her parents and three older siblings. She brought joy, laughter, excitement, and optimism into their lives. In this episode, Daniel shares his feelings about Ella’s passing and the hope that the gospel provides. Ella passed away from pneumonia on February 10, 2016. Daniel grew up in Riverside, California, where he was first introduced to missionaries from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He is a CODA, or child of...
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In we read, "And Jesus said unto them, I am the bread of life: he that cometh to me shall never hunger; and he that believeth on me shall never thirst." Jesus is the Bread of Life and the Living Water. Bread and water are simple. Christ uses these symbols to teach us every week at the Sacrament. As the Bread of Life, Jesus provides the essential nourishment that we all need. What a gift! Feeding and gathering are Christlike characteristics, exemplified by Jesus, who miraculously fed and gathered people. We, too, can gather and feed God's children. Our guest in this...
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, President Camille N. Johnson said, "God has prepared a way for healthy living for everyone on this planet, if we are willing to employ our gifts and talents for this good, remain worthy to receive revelation, and prudently use the earth's abundant resources to care for one another." We can be confident that God will help us know how to care for one another. In that same message, President Johnson taught that we have stewardship for one another. She mentioned the parable of the talents from Matthew chapter 25 as a reminder of how we can use our gifts to help and serve others. Our guest...
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Our guest for this episode is Mike Madsen. Mike works in the Priesthood and Family Department for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. One of his responsibilities is working as part of a team to create the Come, Follow Me curriculum. In this episode, Mike shares how, as a young missionary, he received the Light of Jesus Christ and how, throughout his life, he has sought to share that Light. After graduating from BYU, Mike Madsen dedicated 13 years to teaching Seminary and Institute for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Mike's work for the Church...
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In his talk ", President Russell M. Nelson" said, "We need women who know how to access the power that God makes available to covenant keepers and who express their beliefs with confidence and charity. We need women who have the courage and vision of our Mother Eve." Our guest for this episode is Brenda Webb. When we asked Brenda to be on the podcast, we discovered that we share an affinity for the word "arise." Brenda uses ARISE as an acronym for her thoughts on overcoming fear through Jesus Christ. In this conversation, she shares some insights from her experiences in this effort....
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President Russell M. Nelson said, “Please listen to this promise of Jesus Christ to you: “I will be on your right hand and on your left, and my Spirit shall be in your hearts, and mine angels round about you, to bear you up.” There is no limit to the Savior’s capacity to help you. His incomprehensible suffering in Gethsemane and on Calvary was for you! His infinite Atonement is for you! I urge you to devote time each week—for the rest of your life—to increase your understanding of the Atonement of Jesus Christ.” Our guest for today's episode is Tom Moore. Tom shares experiences...
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Linda Etherington is our guest for this interview. She creates beauty in her art, home, and family. Regarding creating, Elder Dieter F. Uchtdorf said, “The more you trust and rely upon the Spirit, the greater your capacity to create. That is your opportunity in this life and your destiny in the life to come...trust and rely on the Spirit. As you take the normal opportunities of your daily life and create something of beauty and helpfulness, you improve not only the world around you but also the world within you.” A brief sketch of Linda: "I love love love love love to paint. I love color....
info_outlineAnton Bowden grew up in a home filled with music in North Ogden, Utah. He served a mission in Santa Rosa, California, speaking Spanish. Following his mission, Anton pursued a degree in Mechanical Engineering at Utah State University. While there, he met Jennifer, who would later become his wife. They have been married for 30 years.
Anton is the first member of his family to earn a college degree. He has since earned a Ph.D. in Bioengineering from the University of Utah. He and Jennifer moved to the Philadelphia area for his first job with an engineering consulting firm. They lived in Cherry Hill, New Jersey, where he served for three years as a bishop. In 2007, Anton accepted a job in the BYU Mechanical Engineering department and moved back to Utah. He and Jennifer have four children and two grandchildren.