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EPISODE · Jan 8, 2026 · 32 MIN

A Missionary in the Making: Learning to Climb When the Stone Won’t Move

from Sisters: Latter-Day Voices · host Clare and Candice

This week on Sisters with Latter-day Voices, we’re joined by Sister Sarah Wilding, now currently serving as a missionary. This episode was recorded before she left, while she was still in the thick of preparing for her mission and navigating a really hard season.Sarah opens up about illness, unmet goals, and learning to trust God when things don’t turn out the way you hoped. She shares a powerful story about pushing a stone and climbing a ladder, and how God cares less about the outcome and more about who we become along the way.This conversation is for anyone who feels stuck, discouraged, or like they’re doing everything right and still not seeing results. If you’re preparing for a mission, or just trying to keep going when the climb feels heavy, this one’s for you.Clickable links belowHoles poemSisters with Latter-Day Voices websiteTranscriptFair Use & DisclaimerThis podcast episode may contain brief quotes from external sources, used in a positive and respectful manner for discussion, education, and commentary. These references fall under fair use as they are not used for commercial gain, do not replace the original works, and are presented with proper context and attribution.The views and opinions expressed in this episode are our own and those of our guests. They do not necessarily reflect the official doctrine, beliefs, or positions of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.Send us Fan Mail

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This week on Sisters with Latter-day Voices, we’re joined by Sister Sarah Wilding, now currently serving as a missionary. This episode was recorded before she left, while she was still in the thick of preparing for her mission and navigating a really hard season. Sarah opens up about illness, unmet goals, and learning to trust God when things don’t turn out the way you hoped. She shares a powerful story about pushing a stone and climbing a ladder, and how God cares less about the outcome and ...

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