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Come and Belong

by St George Institute

Welcome to the Come and Belong podcast where we try to model the principle of asking, seeking, and knocking. (DISCLAIMER: This podcast is not affiliated with nor endorsed as an official production of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. All words and opinions expressed by participants are solely own and do not reflect official doctrine of the church.) Email! {[email protected]}

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Episodes

  1. 14. "Seek the Kingdom of God first" with Reggie Graff

    Reggie is like a lot of Young Adults his age. Busy with school, sports, dating, and figuring out how to adult. In this last interview for this semester, Reggie shares his personal success with trying to prioritize and how when he puts the Kingdom of God first, everything else just seems to fall...

  2. 13. If you're in this world, you're an influencer! - with Kempe Nicoll

    Kempe Nicoll didn't mean to become an influencer, but what started as a prompting to use his personal social media accounts to "flood the world with goodness" eventually led to what today is a verified Instagram account known as "Declare My Word". Do yourself a favor and follow them on Instagram....

  3. 12. Porter Rockwell "Everyone should visit a 3rd World Country"

    Porter Rockwell got the opportunity to work on the construction - or rather de-construction - of the Accra Ghana temple recently. The experience was doubly amazing, because that's where Porter served a mission. In this episode he shares some of the things he loves about 3rd world cultures and how...

  4. 11. Self Worth with Chad Olsen

    This week we did something a bit different. We actually recorded our conversation with brother Chad Olsen, a licensed therapist, come in and discuss the idea of Self Worth. His insights into how we can overcome our own perceptions of our self worth with the Savior is worth a listen...or in this...

  5. 10. My story is made of Ordinary Moments

    Gretchen Hyer is by her own admission, "ordinary". And that's what makes this episode so ironically special. Sometimes we look for big defining moments to shape our testimonies, but Gretchen's story teaches us that ordinary moments are where God lives in the majority of our lives. You can follow...

  6. 9. Myth Bustin' with Geneva Raber

    Myths are weird, aren't they? Growing up people told me they thought 'Mormons' had horns, that we didn't drink water on Wednesdays, and that we had magic underwear that grants wishes. Maybe a little less weird, but still prevalent 'round these parts, are some myths about Institute. In this…

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  7. 8. Christ is the only person you can take everywhere_Jensen and Kiko Anderson

    These two sisters are a party! Their love for the Lord and His Church is inspiring. Their excitement for life is infectious. And their insights are powerful. Truly, as they shared, Christ is the only person you can take everywhere. You can follow these awesome ladies on Instagram here:...

  8. 7. President Steven J. Lund and Debbie Warrow and some exciting opportunities at FSY

    What are you doing this summer? Have a job lined up? What if we could offer you a chance to travel around the country to make a difference in the lives of young people? Oh, and what if we paid for your travel, accommodations, and food? And even better, what if we paid you on top of all that? In...

  9. 6. Prepare for War and Stengthen Your Army - Matt Morgan

    Growing up in a less active home might have stopped some from really coming closer to Christ, but through some excellent examples of older siblings, and of course the scriptures, Matt Morgan was able to come closer to the Savior, serve a mission, and is even teaching Seminary. You can follow Matt...

  10. 5. Come and Belong with the LDSSA

    If you didn't know, there is a club on campus called the LDSSA. Latter-Day Saint Student Association. But unlike it's name suggests, anyone - and I mean ANYONE - can join. In this episode we get to talk with the presidency of this fun club. The club is all about service opportunities, great food,...

  11. 4. Zach Coder - "Seek and Expect Miracles"

    Is God still a God of miracles? The answer is a resounding "YES!". Our prophet has recently asked us to seek and expect miracles. In this episode I share some of the miracles I've experienced recently including quite a few I experienced last weekend at the funeral of my cousin. How are you…

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  12. 3. Jared Jensen - "You CAN take somethings with you"

    No self-confidence. Zero optimism. Terrible habits. This is how Jared Jensen described himself before he had a couple experiences that helped him become more positive, more productive, and more social. In this episode Jared shares with us how he overcame some of his emotional and social issues…

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  13. 2. Erin Hurst - God's in the Details

    Life was going "perfectly" - Personal records in her sport, great grades, amazing friends and family support, a healthy and thriving athlete.... Then a pain her left hand led to the discovery of a cancerous tumor. In this episode, we'll talk to Erin Hurst who learned through her battle with…

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  14. 1 - Traedon Chamberlain part 2

    Some of you may remember an interview we did last season with Traedon Chamberlain. Well, it was so good we had him on again. Traedon has started an unofficial club on campus that helps student athletes find the balance between living the life of a D1 athlete and Coming to Christ. If you'd like…

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  15. 16. Even though it's hard, you might as well learn something

    Imagine living in a different time stream. In all actuality, that's what our guest has to go through on a daily basis. Rebecca Hall suffers from a disorder referred to as "non 24 hour sleep wake disorder" or simply non 24. In this episode she tells us how it has affected her life and the valuable...

  16. 15. Be Genuine

    In this episode we get to discuss what normal and natural missionary work looks like as we talk with Cassidy Lafemina about how she helped a young man find the Gospel of Jesus Christ. And bonus...they ended up married. Her inspiring and fun story teaches us that being genuine is a powerful way to...

  17. 14. "Senior Moments" #2 - An interview with Seniors from Snow Canyon High School

    Join us in the next "Senior Moments" segment where we interview some High School Seniors about what they think it takes to "adult" and how to be truly successful in life. In this episode, we interview 6 students from Snow Canyon High School. You can see the full episode on our YouTube Channel as...

  18. 13. Be an "untagged" missionary

    Anthony found a Book of Mormon in the middle of a war zone sitting next to a copy of the Quran on a dusty shelf in a chapel. The peace he describes from studying it started on a journey that included joining The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. But along the way it was simple acts of...

  19. 12. Is There a Place for Me?

    In this brief episode, we're going to do something a little different. Listen to a quick clip from Elder Christofferson called, "Is There a Place for Me?" and ponder what we can do to 1) Reach out more to people who are different than us, and 2) Commit ourselves to be included. If you'd like to...

  20. 11. "Senior Moments" - A conversation with Desert Hills High School seniors

    This is our very first "Senior Moments" segment where we interview some High School Seniors about what they think it takes to "adult" and how to be truly successful in life. In this episode, we interview 3 students from Desert Hills High School. You can also follow us on Insta:...

  21. 10. Love is stronger than a blood connection

    In this podcast episode we hear from an amazing man, Jonah Larsen. His story of loss, discovery, forgiveness, and reconciliation are inspiring and help us all know that no matter what happens in our life, God is in charge and has a plan for us. You can also follow us on Insta:...

  22. 9. God knows what you need to grow and He's going to give it to you...whether you like it or not!

    Meet Eli Peterson. An incredible son of God who has wanted to serve a mission his entire life. But God had other plans for him. In this episode, Eli shares how he's dealt with disability, family sickness, and the disappointment of not being able to serve a mission. And they way Eli has handled it...

  23. 8. All these experiences will shape you into a better version of yourself

    In this episode, we get to hear from a young man who moved here from the U.K. after being adopted away from a pretty rough situation. His new family is amazing and has helped him see that no matter how tough life can seem or when you're left wondering "Why?", you can still turn to the Lord and…

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  24. 7. Faith without Amelia is...well...not Faith Amelia

    In this episode we get to chat with a woman who discovered who she really is and how music helped her find herself. Faith Amelia's name literally means, "Faith and Works". She even shares some of her music and has an incredible voice! You can also follow us on Insta:...

  25. 6. What’s a Soccer player like you, doing at a place like this?

    Can you be totally committed to a sport in college and still stay close to the Lord? In this episode we talk with Traedon Chamberlain who is starting a club on campus that helps student athletes share their experiences with how they’ve come closer to Christ while balancing a life devoted to…

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  26. 5. I don't need anything but what God's gonna give me

    In this episode we get to hear from a young man who has already had a ton of experiences most old men haven't had! From leaving the church for a season because of misunderstandings, to a constitutional stand-off with law enforcement, Michael Harrington learned - possibly the hard way - that when...

  27. 4. You don't have to die to testify of the Savior

    Drowned. Run over by a car. Set on Fire. Broken skull in 7 places. In 2016 his stopped beating at least 5 different times! In this episode we'd like you to meet Jonah Tuttle. All of those things actually happened to this incredible man. And not only did he survive them all, through it all he...

  28. 3. You can Come and Belong because we're just a bunch of weirdos...and so are you!

    In this episode we introduce some of our newest faculty members. We want you to know that Institute is a place you can feel comfortable and grow closer to your Savior and His Gospel. You'll hear how much fun we have and hopefully you'll hear how much we love you guys...weirdos and all!…

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  29. 2. "The Doctrine of Jesus Christ is the most inclusive framework"

    In this episode Trent Hulme shares his uniques perspective on diversity and inclusivity. Trent is a student at BYU and works in the Psychology department - specifically Diversity and Inclusion. Trent has not only traveled around our country, but is somewhat a world traveler. Identifying as a...

  30. 1. Welcome Back!!

    Welcome back Utah Tech! We're excited to start a brand new semester with you! We'd love to have you check out our NEW courses and NEW teachers - stgeorgeinstitute.com - as well as some exciting events coming up. (DISCLAIMER: This podcast is not affiliated with nor endorsed as an official…

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  31. 22. Don't Ever Regret Following Jesus Christ

    In this episode, Logan Kesler shares his powerful testimony of how he came to Jesus Christ through some very instrumental people in his life. We learn how "God does notice us, and he watches over us. But it is usually through another person that he meets our needs.” (Spencer W. Kimball, NEW ERA,...

  32. 21. I didn't think I could do it anymore...

    In this episode we get to interview Bailee Andrew who struggled with depression and suicidal thoughts throughout High School. Bailee shares how she came to rely on the Savior through her journey even when she felt like she didn't think she could do it anymore. When she thought, "That's it...I'm...

  33. 20. Happy is found along the hard

    In this episode our very own Trinity Fletcher whose story is compelling and inspiring. She shares how she has drawn closer to the Savior through sexual abuse and a divorce. Her hope, gratitude, and faith are so very wonderful! (DISCLAIMER: This podcast is not affiliated with nor endorsed as an...

  34. 19. You're on the team for a reason...

    We had so much fun shooting this episode! A couple of D1 athletes join us to discuss how they are finding ways to maintain their covenants in the locker room, on the field, and in life! Ryan and Gavin are modern day stripling warriors! You can follow them on Instagram @ Ryan_Linehan_ and...

  35. 18. GenCon with Gio

    In this episode we look forward to General Conference with some fun predictions, but also some serious reflections about how powerful General Conference can be. (DISCLAIMER: This podcast is not affiliated with nor endorsed as an official production of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day...

  36. 17. The Divine Purposes of Sexual Intimacy

    In this episode we are joined by brother Gary Ford, an Institute Teacher at the St. George Institute of Religion. He teaches a lot of wonderful courses, but was asked last semester to teach a class called, The Divine Purposes of Sexual Intimacy. When asked what the class is all about, Gary's wife...

  37. 16. What Moses can teach us about Receiving Revelation

    Welcome back from Spring Break! In this episode, we briefly explore the story of Moses at the Burning Bush to see what the Lord can teach us about receiving personal revelation. (DISCLAIMER: This podcast is not affiliated with nor endorsed as an official production of the Church of Jesus Christ…

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  38. 15. Building Inter-faith Bridges with Greg Johnson

    In this episode we are thrilled to be joined by Pastor Greg Johnson. He and his wife Jill head a ministry called, "Standing Together". It's an effort to unite Evangelical churches to have a transformative effect on our communities. Particularly building bridges of dialogue and communication…

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  39. 14. How exactly do I stay on the Covenant Path?

    Our beloved Prophet and other leaders of the Church have asked us time and time again to, "Stay on the Covenant Path". But what does that mean? How do you do it? What does it look like? In this episode we'll briefly explore Gen 28-35 and see what Jacob taught us about covenants from the…

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  40. 13. Graceful...Divine...In Time...Beloved

    In this episode we hear from Jules Gibson, whose conversion story is not inspiring but relatable for members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints their whole lives. As you listen you'll hear how the Lord's timing is miraculous and beautiful. (DISCLAIMER: This podcast is not…

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  41. 12. The February Effect

    Ok, Ok, Ok...I know it's not February anymore, but I thought it would be appropriate to share something that Elder Packer taught about why we sometimes get in a rut during this time of year. Myself and lots of people I know have been having quite a few "blah" days lately and I remembered what…

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  42. 11. "There is some type of hope in every darkness"

    Is it possible to find hope in every circumstance? What about in an abusive relationship? In this episode Brooke shares with us how she has been able to find hope despite dealing some terrible situations she's been in from a very early age. She recognizes that despite not having the answers as to...

  43. 10. Lively Members in a Living Church

    What does it mean to belong to Christ's "Living Church"? Well, if something is living, it grows. It adapts. It evolves. In this episode we briefly explore what it means to belong to a living, growing organization like the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, and maybe more importantly…

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  44. 9. My Path wasn't wrong..Just Different!

    Married and then Divorced young, one of our very own Southern Utah students - Jenaya - shares the lessons learned and how she was able to Come Unto the Savior through some very difficult circumstances. In this episode you'll learn that even if your path through life isn't what you expected - and...

  45. 8. Myth Bustin'

    Myths are weird, aren't they? Growing up people told me they thought 'Mormons' had horns, that we didn't drink water on Wednesdays, and that we had magic underwear that grants wishes. Maybe a little less weird, but still prevalent 'round these parts, are some myths about Institute. In this…

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  46. 7. Will ye also go away?

    If someone else's actions cause you to fall away from Christ, you've got to ask yourself, "Who do I have faith in? Jesus or another person?" In this very brief episode we explore a couple New Testament places where Jesus taught this. I hope we can all be like Peter and answer, "To whom shall we...

  47. 6. I'm a child of God, so Neener, Neener or Nah Nah na Boo Boo

    I'll be shocked if you haven't ever taunted another kid in your life by sticking your tongue out and saying something like, "Neener, Neener...Nah nah na boo boo." But the real question is where did we learn that phrase? Is it just hard-wired into the collective human experience? In this episode I...

  48. 5. It's okay to not know everything

    In this episode we have one of our amazing students, Ashton Hunt, share her compelling story about Coming to the Savior through the trial of having her dad go to prison. Listen to how Ashton got to the point where she realized that it's okay to notknow everything, but that if we trust in the…

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  49. 4. Don't be a Nimrod!

    In Genesis 10-11 there is a story about a guy who tries to build a tower to get to heaven. And if you don't think God has a sense of humor, check this out: the guy's name is NIMROD! In this brief episode, we take a look at a possible lesson we can learn from Nimrod and his Book of Mormon...

  50. 3. God's Plan is Greater Than Mine

    Mikelle Ivory shares her experiences with coming home early from a mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. The taboos she thought she'd face, the struggle within herself, and how she is getting through it. (DISCLAIMER: This podcast is not affiliated with nor endorsed as an...

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Welcome to the Come and Belong podcast where we try to model the principle of asking, seeking, and knocking. (DISCLAIMER: This podcast is not affiliated with nor endorsed as an official production of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. All words and opinions expressed by participants are solely own and do not reflect official doctrine of the church.) Email! {[email protected]}

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