Arise with Christ
We document stories and share truths related to temples to energize covenant-keeping, fortify faith in Jesus Christ, and foster feelings of joy connected to the temple.
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Global Unity Through Come Follow Me with Mike Madsen
04/29/2025
Global Unity Through Come Follow Me with Mike Madsen
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 extended to creating various print and web products, including Come, Follow Me and other curriculum initiatives, videos, websites, and mobile applications. He led the effort in creating worldwide broadcasts, such as "Face to Face" and "Friend to Friend," and developed programs focused on new convert retention and member missionary work. Mike has established the Doctrina Foundation, a non-profit organization that focuses on providing literacy education to children in West Africa and Papua New Guinea. Mike is known for his love of challenges, particularly those requiring creative solutions. His personal motto is, "I will either find a way or make one." His greatest accomplishment, however, is maintaining a loving relationship with his wife and six children. He also enjoys public speaking, cultivating close friendships, hiking mountains with his dog Piper, and almost any outdoor sport. Please note that while Mike is an employee of the Church, he does not speak for the Church in this interview.
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Arising From Fear with Brenda Webb
04/01/2025
Arising From Fear with Brenda Webb
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. Brenda grew up on the beautiful East Coast and later attended Rick's College in Idaho. After serving on a mission in Brazil, she graduated from BYU with a bachelor's degree in Portuguese and Communications. There, she met her husband, and together, they have four children, two daughters-in-law, and one grandchild whom they all adore and cherish. Brenda enjoys hiking and being outdoors. She also possesses a creative spirit that includes cooking and sewing. She has cultivated her creativity through writing and sharing new ideas. Brenda treasures her time in the temple as a patron and an ordinance worker. The gospel of Jesus Christ brings her immense joy.
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You Are Never Alone with Tom Moore
02/25/2025
You Are Never Alone with Tom Moore
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 that led him to understand the Atonement of Jesus Christ and the Savior’s capacity to help him in powerful, specific ways. As a young man, Tom served in the army, where he learned to rely on God and value church and family. In our conversation, Tom explains how the Lord taught him that we are never alone. Tom enjoys personal growth by challenging himself through hiking, backpacking, and mountaineering. Some of his adventures include multiple summits of Mount Rainier and Mount Whitney, many traversals of the Grand Canyon and the John Muir Trail, and frequent hikes in the foothills near his home. In addition to being an avid backpacker, Tom is a gardener and nature lover. Tom is a lecturer at Utah Valley University. He holds a BS in Technology Education and an MS in Technology. Beyond his outdoor adventures, Tom’s greatest adventure and highest priority is his family. He and his wife Angie love being parents to their six children and find immense joy in their 12 grandchildren.
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Peace and Joy in the Process with Linda Etherington
02/04/2025
Peace and Joy in the Process with Linda Etherington
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. And, blessedly, color is everywhere!! I love shape!! And—thank the heavens—everything’s a shape: organic and geometric and all in between. I love space—positive space, negative space, and, mercy me, it’s everywhere I look! How can I be so blessed to have eyes to see color, shapes, and space and live in a time when women are encouraged to paint? It is a feast—every day. Born in Washington state, I am the fourth of seven children. I grew up on a small 10 acre farm where my dad worked during the day as an engineer but spent his early mornings and late evenings teaching us how to change water lines, milk the cow, feed the sheep, throw bales of alfalfa hay, and tend the chickens. Mom taught us how to keep the house, bake the bread, and get our homework done. My mom also taught me to paint. After years of watercolors, drawing pencils, oil pastels, and crayons, I received my first oil painting set when I was 12. It was beautiful, like shiny candy. But I was so confused what to do. So, we painted. She showed me how to draw with my brush. It made sense to me. I am forever grateful to my mother. My mom and dad were my biggest fans. I took classes at the college with my mom when I was in high school. Then I was off to Brigham Young University (BYU) where I studied painting with an art scholarship and graduated with a BFA in Painting. Over the next 14 years, my husband and I were blessed with seven daughters and almost as many moves with my husband’s job. Our little girls filled my life with new color, new shapes, new spaces, and new brain challenges. All through it, I worked hard at being a mom, and I worked hard when our neighbor came twice a week so I could sneak away and paint for 3 hours. Sometimes a little one would need me and I would rock them on my hip while I painted. It felt good holding onto my love of painting and my love of mothering. Now, my family is still growing. I have married daughters and grandchildren. I still love love love love love love to paint. Shapes and colors still call out to me; I sing back to them, and I paint." To see Linda’s art, visit @lindalovestopaint on Instagram or at
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Building Places of Security with JoAnne Roberts
01/21/2025
Building Places of Security with JoAnne Roberts
In his talk, President Russell M. Nelson teaches, “...as turmoil rages around us, we need to create places where we are safe, both physically and spiritually. When your home becomes a personal sanctuary of faith—where the Spirit resides—your home becomes the first line of defense….I invite you, my dear sisters, to create a home that is a place of security. And I renew my invitation for you to increase your understanding of priesthood power and of temple covenants and blessings. Having places of security to which you can retreat will help you embrace the future with faith.” Our guest, JoAnne Workman Roberts, has taken this prophetic counsel to heart. In addition to serving as missionaries at the Lima Peru Los Olivos Temple construction site, JoAnne and her husband, Greg, intentionally create space for their family to gather safely in their home. In JoAnne’s words, “As long as I can remember, I was taught of Christ and have loved growing up with the knowledge that I was a beloved child of God. I believe that simple knowledge has made all the difference in the trajectory of my life. I am delighted to share our Temple mission experience as part of my covenant path journey and how it has sharpened our focus further to develop a relationship with our Savior, Jesus Christ. Greg and I are also parents of seven children. They and their families are the delights of our lives.”
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Lifelong Learning and Eternal Connections with Anton Bowden
12/26/2024
Lifelong Learning and Eternal Connections with Anton Bowden
Anton 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.
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Finding Freedom Through Christ with Nicole Carter
11/26/2024
Finding Freedom Through Christ with Nicole Carter
Nicole Carter was raised in the mountains of Utah. After high school, she served a mission in Nauvoo, Illinois. Upon returning, she attended nursing school, earned her BSN, and now works as a Registered Nurse. Nicole loves nursing and is passionate about connecting with people and God. She enjoys being outdoors with her dog, Brumby, and often takes him on mountain biking and other outdoor adventures. Nicole also enjoys playing volleyball, is learning to ski, and recently went skydiving for the first time. Nicole adores her nieces and nephews and values genuine and authentic relationships. She is passionate about helping people feel safe and supported in life! Nicole loves Jesus Christ and believes His power, combined with our agency, can lead us to freedom within our souls even when our circumstances don’t seem to change.
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Faith to Follow the Prophet with John Wadsworth
11/19/2024
Faith to Follow the Prophet with John Wadsworth
John J. Wadsworth was born and raised in Panaca, Nevada, a small farming community 82 miles west of Ceder City, Utah. He is the ninth of eleven children. After serving a full-time mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in the California Anaheim Mission, he continued his schooling on an athletic scholarship at Rick’s College. It is here that he met his eternal companion, Patricia Mecham Wadsworth. They were sealed in the Salt Lake City Temple on August 10, 1979, and then continued their education at BYU. They are grateful for their wonderful life together, serving the Church in countless callings, including as Mission Leaders in the Nevada Las Vegas Mission. They are the parents of 11 beautiful children and, at last count, the grandparents of 54 grandchildren.
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Engaging in the Work of the Lord with Suzanna and Lee Livingston
11/05/2024
Engaging in the Work of the Lord with Suzanna and Lee Livingston
Lee and Suzanna Livingston recently returned from serving a mission together in Samoa. They are the parents of 6 children. Suzy grew up in Alabama and is the oldest child of convert parents: they were formerly Baptist and Church of Christ members. Lee is from Wyoming and California, from generations of members of the LDS faith. Lee served a mission as a young man in Texas Fort Worth. Lee and Suzy met while attending school at BYU. Lee has degrees in chemistry and physics and works in finance and commercial real estate. Suzy graduated in Nursing. They just welcomed their first grandbaby, Jack! Their favorite thing to do is spend time with family, preferably in the great outdoors.
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Covenant Love with Rdean and Sheryl Clark
10/23/2024
Covenant Love with Rdean and Sheryl Clark
Rdean and Sheryl Clark met and fell in love as college students. Eventually, he asked her if he could linger longer. She said yes, and they were married in the Salt Lake Temple. They moved from Utah to Portland, Oregon, where Rdean attended dental school at the University of Oregon Dental School. He later completed orthodontic training following two years as an army dentist. Sheryl taught English at a junior high school until she chose to be a full-time mom. They welcomed Cristen, Candice, Caralee, Carlton, Clifton, and Caprice into their family. Rdean and Sheryl's lives focus on the Savior and His service. They have lived to realize President Nelson's promises: "Spending more time in the temple builds faith. And your service and worship in the temple will help you think celestial. The temple is a place of revelation…There you are drawn closer to the Savior and given greater access to His power. There you are guided in solving the problems in your life, even your most perplexing problems." Clifton, or Clif as he is known, was born with Down syndrome and a severe heart defect that required open-heart surgery when he was just 4 ½ months old. His surgery was made possible by the heart-lung machine President Russell M. Nelson helped develop when he was a young doctor. Clif's life has been full of loving family members, friends, teachers, and church leaders. He has served as a missionary, temple worker, greeter, and self-appointed hugger.
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Why Me and Why Now with Bobbie Sandberg
10/08/2024
Why Me and Why Now with Bobbie Sandberg
Bobbie Sandberg is a member of the Young Women General Advisory Council. She loves teaching and learning and has degrees in linguistics, TESOL, and instructional psychology and technology from BYU. Bobbie and her husband, Steve, have six children; their family loves traveling together and hiking, kayaking, and skiing in the mountains. She runs almost every day of the week, both for health and to have time with friends. Bobbie spends lots of time attending sports events, going to the theater, and making and eating delicious food. As evidenced by her actions, family relationships and the gospel of Jesus Christ are the most essential parts of Bobbie's life.
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Young Adults Choosing to Put Christ First with Jane and Eli Griffin
09/24/2024
Young Adults Choosing to Put Christ First with Jane and Eli Griffin
Jane and Eli Griffin became good friends when Jane moved into Eli's ward in Lindon, Utah. They received their mission calls a week apart, both to the Philippines. When the COVID-19 pandemic hit, they were each reassigned to California. When Eli got home six months after Jane, he didn't waste any time asking her out, and one year later, they were married. Jane and Eli just graduated from BYU, Jane with a degree in Medical Laboratory Science, and Eli with a degree in molecular biology. In July of this year, they moved to Dallas, Texas, where Eli is attending medical school and Jane is working.
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Civic Engagement and Gospel Service with Laura Miller
09/10/2024
Civic Engagement and Gospel Service with Laura Miller
Laura Miller grew up in Provo, Utah, in a family of 8 kids and attended Timpview High School. She graduated from BYU in 1995 with a Bachelor of Science in Human Development and ASL. While raising three children, Laura and her husband Derek lived in metro Washington, D.C., for several years. Professionally, Laura has demonstrated her leadership as the financial manager, events director & fundraiser for three gubernatorial campaigns. She also runs a political action committee in Utah. Laura has served in various callings in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and currently serves as a missionary for The Tabernacle Choir at Temple Square on the external relations committee, helping to host visiting dignitaries and organize VIP events. She has recently served as a member of Utah's Interfaith Committee, which includes the Light the World Giving Machines. Laura supported Derek as he served as a stake president over the Salt Lake Bonneville YSA Stake and is currently serving with him in his calling as an Area Seventy in the 12th quorum of the Seventy in the Utah Area.
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The Redemptive Power of Christ's Atonement with Kody Garrett
05/21/2024
The Redemptive Power of Christ's Atonement with Kody Garrett
Kody Garrett was born and raised in Farmington, UT. He served a full-time mission in the West Virginia Charleston Mission, where he met Phoebe Brinton, his future wife. Following their missions, they were sealed in the Pocatello, ID temple. Kody and Pheobe have a precious 10-month-old daughter named Virginia, whom they love and adore. Kody is currently balancing fatherhood with his studies at Utah Valley University and plans to attend medical school in the near future. In this interview, Kody shares how the Atonement of Jesus Christ became real for him when he was a young man applying the Savior's redeeming power in his personal life, how family challenges growing up inspire him to be a diligent husband and father, and how temple worship fits into his busy schedule as a student.
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A Divinely Orchestrated Path with Courtney Russell
05/07/2024
A Divinely Orchestrated Path with Courtney Russell
Courtney Russell is from Bakersfield, California. She is the wife of Tom, the mom of Spencer, Rebecca, Isaac, Jarred, and Taylor, and grandma to six of the "greatest kids on the planet." She has been a convert to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints for almost 18 years. She loves gospel education, family history, and temple work. She strives to seek the Savior in every place, circumstance, and person she encounters. Courtney enjoyed a 16-year career in advertising before moving to Utah and has spent the last 17 years producing film and television projects and teaching Film Production Management and Faculty Mentored Productions at BYU. Her prior resume includes things like an antique dealer, realtor, phase contrast microscopist, and various retail and restaurant jobs. In this episode, Courtney shares how the Lord prepared her to receive the gospel of Jesus Christ. He gave her that opportunity when the time was right for her. As a single mom, she embraced the gospel and soon after married Tom, whose wife Angie had passed away following a battle with cancer. Courtney gives us a glimpse into the sacred and unique process of blending their family. Plan to be enlightened as Courtney shares her Christlike perspectives and Divinely orchestrated journey along the covenant path.
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Navigating Betrayal Trauma with Linda Winegar
04/25/2024
Navigating Betrayal Trauma with Linda Winegar
Linda Winegar refers to herself as a warrior- a warrior mother, warrior wife, and warrior sister. She is passionate about arming women with their God-given gifts who, like herself, have experienced trauma from betrayal. Linda believes our gifts are the weapons we have been given to take control and fight back against evil to accelerate healing. Linda's experiences opened her eyes to the adversary's tactics to destroy individuals and families. Linda finds that acknowledging those tactics strengthens her ability to live confidently within her covenants through Jesus Christ. Linda and her husband Clark created the Clark N Linda show, sharing their journey and path to healing the effects of pornography on their family. Linda also hosts Warrior with Linda Winegar, a podcast geared toward women who have experienced betrayal. Find the Clark N Linda Show . Find more about Linda Winegar and her Podcast, Warrior with Linda Winegar
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Healing Through Jesus: Body and Spirit with Lindsay Parker
04/09/2024
Healing Through Jesus: Body and Spirit with Lindsay Parker
Lindsay Parker is a wife, mother of three (soon to be four!), personal trainer, thriving business owner, and dedicated follower of Christ. Lindsay's journey to build a family hasn't been easy. Through adoption, infertility struggles, and total reliance on Jesus Christ, she's navigated challenges with incredible strength. Lindsay's is a story of resilience, faith, family, and the healing power of Jesus Christ's Atonement on a very personal level. Find Lindsay on Instagram @liftinglindsay and at liftinglindsay.com.
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Using Talents for Good with Marlin Sharp
03/19/2024
Using Talents for Good with Marlin Sharp
Marlin Sharp has a lifelong passion for filmmaking, both professionally and personally. He spent 40 years in Creative Services at BYU as a graphic designer, where he spearheaded the creation of short comedic commercials and helped to establish a filmmaking class. Marlin's interest in documentaries led him to produce over 200 productions, including a pilot for a scenic exploration show and a stake youth trek documentary that became an official film festival selection. Some of his greatest documentary film experiences have come as he has consecrated his time and talents to serve in his ward and stake. One impactful project was a documentary about the Nauvoo Temple mural painters, which also garnered film festival recognition. Currently, Marlin finds fulfillment in filming and editing personal spiritual temple experiences for members of his stake for a series called In the Covenant. Marlin and his wife, Julia, have four sons, 13 grandchildren, and one great-grandchild.
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All Shall Be Well with Tom Russell
03/05/2024
All Shall Be Well with Tom Russell
Tom Russell is an award-winning advertising executive, college professor, filmmaker, and disciple of Christ. Tom cared for his wife Angie and their children as she battled cancer, which eventually took her life. He was later led to an incredible woman, Courtney, through what he describes as divine intervention. She joined The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, and they moved forward together, raising their five children. Tom began working in the advertising industry as a copywriter and director. After working as a senior copywriter and creative director at a regional agency in California, he became a managing partner of his own agency. During that time, he received over 40 Addy Awards, four Auroras, five Silver Microphones, and awards for long-form corporate film. His work as a director and writer has been recognized by multiple film festivals throughout the country. Tom is currently a professor of media arts at Brigham Young University, where he teaches screenwriting and advanced directing courses.
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Blessing Youth Through Intentional Gathering with Michelle Cook
02/20/2024
Blessing Youth Through Intentional Gathering with Michelle Cook
Michelle Cook was born and raised in Paradise, California as the seventh of nine children. A turning point in her life was when her father was called to be the mission president of the Independence, Missouri Mission in 1985 when she was a teenager. Michelle met her husband, Ben Cook, by being set up on a blind date, and they were married 1 1/2 years later. They have four children, and Michelle loves and cherishes being a mom. She enjoys hiking, mountain biking, playing games, Swig runs, and spending time with her family. Michelle and Ben teach a popular mission and temple preparation course in their home each week, teaching youth about temple covenants and discipleship. In this episode, Michelle teaches us why this gathering is important and how she connects with youth with intention, genuine love, and positivity.
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Armed with Power with Allyson Frankman
02/06/2024
Armed with Power with Allyson Frankman
How do we receive power from our covenants as we navigate challenging circumstances? Our guest, Allyson Frankman, shares tender experiences that led her to find the answer to that question in her life, as a faithful mom and disciple of Christ. We feel honored to share this insightful episode of wisdom and hope with you. We are confident you will draw strength from her words and experiences. Allyson grew up in Cache Valley. She attended BYU and graduated in Chemical Engineering. She worked at Bain & Company as an Associate Consultant for several years out of Dallas, Texas, before returning to graduate school at BYU in Chemical Engineering. There, Allyson met her husband, Dave. They now have seven children -six they are lucky enough to raise here on earth and one stillborn child in heaven. Allyson loves Jesus Christ, family history, the temple, and exploring God's beautiful creations with her family.
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Learning to Be a Disciple of Christ with Elder Bentley Plouzek
01/23/2024
Learning to Be a Disciple of Christ with Elder Bentley Plouzek
Bentley Plouzek has an enthusiasm for life. It spills out in his easy connection with people, no matter their background or beliefs. It fuels his dedication as an EMT, lifeguard manager, and disciple of Christ. When you meet Bentley, you might first see a laid-back, adventurous teenager, but look closer, and you'll find a heart overflowing with service, a mind brimming with curiosity, and a spirit ready to embrace the world, one connection at a time. Bentley thrives on learning, constantly pushing himself to understand the world around him, a hunger for knowledge that will serve him well as he embarks on a new adventure as a newly set apart missionary called to serve in the Chile Concepcion South mission. At the time of this interview, Bentley was training as a missionary in home MTC. Following a week of home MTC, he spent five weeks in the Mexico City Missionary Training Center and now serves the people of Chile as a full-time disciple of Christ. He enjoys sharing the gospel's good news with the wonderful people of Chile. In this episode, Elder Plouzek shares insights into the life of a newly set apart missionary for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, as well as his feelings about recently receiving his endowment in the House of the Lord.
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Creating Sacred Art with Justin Kunz
12/21/2023
Creating Sacred Art with Justin Kunz
Justin Kunz is a painter, illustrator, concept designer, and educator. He holds a Master of Fine Arts in Painting from Laguna College of Art and Design and a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Illustration from Brigham Young University. Justin's work is exhibited in various museums and galleries. In addition, his art can be found in books, magazines, calendars, and websites. Justin has provided visual imagery for video games, coins, medals, figurines, and an award-winning film. As a member of the Artistic Infusion Program for the United States Mint, he has created dozens of numismatic designs, including at least 18 coins and medals. Justin is an Associate Professor of Illustration at Brigham Young University and lives with his wife and children in the foothills of Mt. Timpanogos, Utah. In this episode, Justin shares how he prepares spiritually to paint the Savior. He walks listeners through his preparation and the process of creating sacred art. During this Christmas season, Justin Kunz's paintings, The Days Were Accomplished and Good Tidings of Great Joy, are especially meaningful. has graciously given us permission to share these images with you. Head over to our Instagram page, , to see those incredible depictions.
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His Grace is Sufficient: Mental Health and Faith with Isaac Plouzek
12/13/2023
His Grace is Sufficient: Mental Health and Faith with Isaac Plouzek
As a busy college student at BYU-Idaho, Isaac navigates life with creativity, leadership, and a strong work ethic. The oldest of four brothers, Isaac inspires his siblings with his contagious enthusiasm for life. His artistic spirit finds expression in a myriad of mediums, from design and woodworking to photography. Isaac has a deep appreciation for the natural world and can often be found outdoors, where he enjoys biking, cliff-jumping, and casting a line into a lake. A natural problem solver, Isaac is always seeking ways to improve the world around him, finding innovative solutions to everyday challenges. In this episode, Isaac shares how anxiety and obsessive-compulsive disorder have impacted his life. Isaac loves the Lord and served him as a missionary for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in the Colorado Denver South Mission and then transferred to a service mission in the Utah Orem Mission. His passion for life is infectious, motivating those around him to embrace their own unique talents and make a positive impact on the world.
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Authenticity in Covenant Relationships with Jason Whiting
11/21/2023
Authenticity in Covenant Relationships with Jason Whiting
Jason Whiting researches the love lives of couples, focusing on how deception and conflict take root in even the best of relationships. His goal is to apply social science to help couples to be more loving and authentic. You can read more about this in his book, “Love Me True.” Dr. Whiting received his PhD from Michigan State University and is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. He has won awards for his research and writing and is currently a professor in the School of Family Life at Brigham Young University. Find more information about Dr. Jason Whiting's work
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Waiting on the Lord with Becki Wright
11/07/2023
Waiting on the Lord with Becki Wright
Becki Wright's life is guided by her faith in Jesus Christ, recognizing we’re all on the path back to our Savior, and without reservation, He welcomes each of us to come to Him. A devoted disciple of Christ, Becki finds grace knowing she’s usually figuring life out as she goes, and progress is measured in the heart. Her love for people transcends differences and celebrates the shared humanity within the family of God. She treasures her husband Jeff, four children, loyal dog, extended family, and dear friends. She believes there are two types of people in this world: those we love and those we just don’t know yet. With a background in stake and ward leadership, Becki currently serves the Young Women in her ward, finding joy in personal growth working alongside fellow disciples of Christ. Becki is passionate but tries not to take herself too seriously, even when she works on serious stuff, like founding @proximitycampaigns, a nonpartisan software company that strives to make politics more representative through a modern campaign management platform. She built Proximity to bring politics back to the people and help good leaders become great candidates. After growing up and living in diverse metropolitan areas like Seattle, Salt Lake, and San Diego, Becki completed her BA at BYU, MPA from the University of Utah, and is now part of the U's Master of Business Creation accelerator program. She’s worked as a Campaign Manager, Finance Director, Political Consultant, and is actively involved in community advocacy. Her involvement includes Community Council, Planning Commission, and serving on the board of UT Women Run, WLP's Bolder Way Forward, and the Salt Lake Chamber Board of Governors. Becki is a triathlete, traveler, theater enthusiast, musician, and doting parent.
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Consistency is Key with Jeff Skousen
10/26/2023
Consistency is Key with Jeff Skousen
Jeff Skousen is currently serving as bishop in the Cedar Hills 8th Ward. He loves spending time outdoors with his family, camping, hiking, hunting, fishing, and riding horses. Jeff was sealed to Tricia Pinegar in 1996 and they are the parents of 5 beautiful children ages 24 – 13. They eagerly anticipate their first granddaughter later this year. Jeff served a full-time mission in the New York Rochester Mission and later graduated from BYU with a degree in Business Management. For the past 13 years, Jeff has been running sales for Domo, a software technology company. Jeff has served in many callings in the church, including ward mission leader, elders quorum presidency member, ward young men president, stake young men president, and bishopric counselor.
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Generations of Faith with Brooke Jones
10/10/2023
Generations of Faith with Brooke Jones
Brooke Jones values family, past and present, and her identity as a child of God. She is the daughter of wonderful parents and the oldest of six children. In this episode, Brooke shares how her mother's intentional efforts have meaningfully impacted her temple worship. The influence of Brooke's grandparents has also been profound. Brooke shares lessons learned from her grandparents, Patricia and Ed Pinager. Brooke has a special love for the Primary and takes us on a journey through its originations with its humble founder, Aurelia Spencer Rogers. Together, we learn that small and simple actions can lead to glorious outcomes. Brooke served a mission in the Washington Tacoma mission and graduated from Ricks College and Brigham Young University. She is married to Clayton, and they currently serve in a Provo young single adult ward. They are the parents of three children. Brooke enjoys traveling, walking, riding her e-bike, backyard birding, sports, and being in nature. She enjoys teaching the gospel and strives to receive revelation and recognize miracles in her life.
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From Firefighter to Faithful Father with Mike Dunn
09/26/2023
From Firefighter to Faithful Father with Mike Dunn
Mike was born and raised in Whittier, California. Following high school, he attended college in Utah for one year. Mike then moved to Washington state to work before serving a mission in the Nebraska Omaha Mission, speaking Spanish. Mike was the handcart captain for the 1997 Sesquicentennial Wagon Train reenactment. He walked over 1100 miles from Winter Quarters to the Salt Lake Valley. He found love on the trail when he met Lindsey. They have been married for 26 years and have 4 children: McCall, McKinley, Spencer, and Ruby. Together, they seek to center their family on Christ, service, and love. Mike owns Thrive Nursery in American Fork, Utah. He is also battalion chief for the Orem City Fire Department.
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Covenant Keeping Women Past and Present with Camille Fronk Olson
09/13/2023
Covenant Keeping Women Past and Present with Camille Fronk Olson
Camille Fronk Olson is a professor emeritus of ancient scripture and former department chair at Brigham Young University in Provo, Utah. She received the Karl G. Maeser Excellence in Teaching Award, the university's highest recognition for teaching. She holds an MA in Ancient Near Eastern Studies and a PhD in the Sociology of the Middle East, both from BYU. Previous to joining the BYU faculty, she was Dean of Students at LDS Business College and served on the Young Women General Board. Her published books include Women of the Old Testament; Women of the New Testament; and In the Hands of the Potter. Camille enjoys traveling, gardening, and researching stories about her ancestors. Her current church calling is teaching Sunday School for a retirement community. She is married to Paul Olson, which includes the blessing of two children and four grandchildren.
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