How Sisters Speak Up in Ward Council | A How I Lead Interview with Sheree Nixon

Sheree Nixon is a California native and has recently returned to Palos Verdes after some time in Utah. She has a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Print Journalism from BYU and has worked as a freelance writer and editor, a co-founder of Quick Cup Fix, a full time mom, and currently as Executive Director of the Come Follow Me Foundation. In the Church she has served as a Primary president and a counselor in Primary, Young Women, and Relief Society. Highlights 01:50 Introduction 03:40 Come Follow Me Foundation and the Come Follow Me app. 11:45 Sheree talks about her background and different callings in the church. 14:50 Principle 1 – Teach the doctrine of Christ. 17:45 Sheree explains how she teaches the doctrine of Christ and her teaching tips. 22:15 Principle 2 – Be a friend. Be aware of the needs of the people in your life. Be a friend to those we serve in the church helps us connect with them. 25:30 How to get beyond being superficial friends. How to really make friends. 29:10 Make sure you are friends with those outside of the church. The people on your street and in neighborhood are your ward too. 32:30 Principle 3 – Speak up! Women in the church can be scared to speak up. The church is guided by the priesthood but we need to be involved in the discussions.