RISE with Him

New look, same podcast! We are back with a new season on the RISE with Him podcast! Join us as we discuss our key takeaways from the October 2025 General Conference. We are so excited to dive deeper into these talks over the course of the next 6 months. *Links and References*⁠⁠The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints⁠⁠October 2025 General Conference*Contact Us*[email protected]⁠⁠RISE.with.Him

We had the wonderful opportunity to learn from Emily and Josh Taufer on this week's episode. Join us as we discuss President Eyring's most recent conference address, and learn from the insights and testimony of both Emily and Josh about how we can "draw near" to Jesus Christ. *Links and References*⁠⁠The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints⁠⁠⁠"Draw Near unto Me"*Contact Us*[email protected]⁠⁠RISE.with.Him ⁠

For this week's episode, Caylee Easton shares her experience with the fundamentals of the gospel through Elder Uchtdorf's address on Christlike behavior implemented in our everyday lives. *Links and References*⁠⁠The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints⁠⁠"By This All Will Know That You Are My Disciples"*Contact Us*[email protected]⁠⁠RISE.with.Him ⁠

We are back and excited to grow closer to Jesus Christ with you! Madi and Cameron share their summer story and how Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ have carried them through the summer. *Links and References*⁠⁠The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints⁠⁠⁠The Lord Jesus Christ Will Come Again⁠*Contact Us*[email protected]⁠⁠RISE.with.Him ⁠

We loved sharing multiple insights from all of you in this episode, along with some of our own! Join us as Ashlee and Kurt say farewell for their last episode as they get ready to trek across the country. July there will be no episodes posted but stay tuned for August as Cameron and Madi are welcomed back as hosts!Thank you for everybody who participated and shared their testimonies and experiences with us! A special thanks to Raegan Burlingame, Morgan Wight, Dylan Richins, Casey Walker, Samantha Bryant, Tyson Tso, Lucas Minardo, Lexi Herbert, Orson Thornton, Liz Hamill, Ben Alvarez, and Deveri Thornton! ⁠⁠The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints⁠⁠*Contact Us*[email protected]⁠⁠RISE.with.Him ⁠

Another episode and another amazing guest! Today we welcome Kaden Hunsaker to share his experience with President Holland's talk "As a Little Child".Kaden served a full-time mission in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, from 2020 to 2022. He’s currently studying Civil Engineering at BYU and works as a Spanish teacher at the Missionary Training Center. When he’s not in class or at work, you’ll likely find him hiking a mountain trail, fishing, paddling a kayak, or playing a competitive game of pickleball. He’s a sucker for a good country song and treasures any time he gets to spend with family and friends."As I put my relationship with God first I find that I am able to better connect with others".*Links and References*⁠⁠The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints⁠⁠⁠As a Little Child The Family Proclamation *Contact Us*[email protected]⁠⁠RISE.with.Him ⁠

We are so excited to dive into Sister Runia's talk "Your Repentance Doesn't Burden Jesus Christ; It Brightens His Joy" with Nick Peterson! Nick grew up in Riverton Utah with his family and later served a few different missions in Curitiba Brazil, St. Louis Missouri, and as a Nauvoo Performing Missionary multiple times. "You can’t increase or decrease the infinite suffering of Christ it's infinite, it's whole"*Links and References*⁠⁠The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints⁠⁠Your Repentance Doesn't Burden Jesus Christ; It Brightens His Joy*Contact Us*[email protected]⁠⁠RISE.with.Him ⁠

It is a special week! General Conference talks are out and it is Holy Week! What a special time to focus on our Savior, His Resurrection, and the words from His Prophet and Apostles. *Links and References*⁠⁠The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints⁠⁠2025 Easter Holiday*Contact Us*[email protected]⁠⁠RISE.with.Him ⁠

It's General Conference week! One of our favorite weeks of the year! To get ready for conference we brought in Nathaniel Hughes to talk about President Oak's talk Following Christ! Nathaniel is from Branson, Missouri! He served a mission in Nashville, Tennessee and is now here in Utah attending Ensign College. "Trust that God will fulfill His promises in His time"*Links and References*General Conference Information⁠⁠The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints⁠⁠Following Christ*Contact Us*[email protected]⁠⁠RISE.with.Him ⁠

This week we welcome 2 guests! First, our new temporary co-host, Ashlee's husband, Kurt Thornton! Second, Taylor Rice, to share insights from Elder Soares's talk, Aligning Our Will with His.Taylor Rice grew up partially in Michigan before moving to Utah. He served a mission in Pittsburgh Pennsylvania along side Ashlee and Kurt! He is currently the marketing director for Odion Menswear and has his own sports Youtube."There's no better way to start your day than reading a part of Christ's life. If you could start your day with the perfect example, why wouldn't you?"*Links and References*⁠⁠The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints⁠⁠Aligning Our Will with His *Contact Us*[email protected]⁠⁠RISE.with.Him ⁠

On this week's episode we welcome Brigham Burton to the podcast. Brigham is from Ogden, Utah and currently lives in Provo while he goes to UVU. He is a pre-nursing student and wants to end up in pediatrics. He served his mission during Covid and was assigned to both Texas and Japan, as well as serving in Nauvoo as a performing missionary. Music, the outdoors, and Jesus bring him joy!Listen in as he shares his powerful testimony of Jesus Christ and the truths that are taught by Brother Wilcox in his most recent General Conference talk. "We are Jesus Christ’s hands, we have a responsibility to do his work, and he trusts us so much. How cool is that!? The God Omnipotent trusts [us] to help his child."*Links and References*⁠⁠The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints⁠⁠O Youth of the Noble Birthright*Contact Us*[email protected]⁠⁠RISE.with.Him ⁠

This Valentines we welcome the lovely Bryanna, who is originally from Oregon! She currently lives in Utah attending BYU while working at the MTC.Bryanna loves being in the outdoors, journaling, and playing the piano!"He's helped me to overcome impossible things in the past and so I can trust he will help me overcome the impossible things in the future"*Links and References*⁠⁠The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints⁠⁠Seek Him with All Your Heart⁠*Contact Us*[email protected]⁠⁠RISE.with.Him⁠

Tune in and learn from Cameron Wilcock as we learn about our Savior Jesus Christ. Jesus Christ is our friend and He loves us. Cameron shares great truths that follow this. Don't miss out!Cameron Wilcock is a student at UVU. He is studying Human Resource Management while also working part-time at Clozd. He has many talents, including a love for singing and anything outdoors!"Remember God's love is infinite and nothing can change that."*Links and References*⁠⁠The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints⁠⁠"Ye Are My Friends"*Contact Us*[email protected]⁠⁠RISE.with.Him ⁠

This week we welcome Jailee Spencer to discuss Elder Kearon's talk "Welcome to the Church of Joy"! Jailee shares some of the experiences she has relating to this talk and her testimony about finding Joy with Christ! Jailee is from Nampa, ID and served a mission in Boston, Massachusetts! She is currently a nursing student at BYU and working at the hospital as a telemetry technician. She loves to be outdoors camping, skiing, swimming, etc. "Focus on His forgiveness, grace, and mercy and the reason why He is your Savior. It makes the sacrament sacred and personal." *Links and References* ⁠⁠The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints⁠⁠ Welcome to the Church of Joy *Contact Us* [email protected] ⁠⁠RISE.with.Him ⁠

Happy New Years, a time to prepare! Today we discuss President Nelson's previous talk, "The Lord Jesus Christ Will Come Again" with Lori Thurston. Lori Thurston currently lives in Tooele with her husband and has wonderful kids and grandkids! Her and her husband have served 3 missions, recently returning from Hong Kong. "Go to the temple, meet with Him in His living room and talk with Him" - Lori Thurston *Links and References* ⁠⁠The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints⁠⁠ ⁠The Lord Jesus Christ Will Come Again⁠ *Contact Us* [email protected] ⁠⁠RISE.with.Him ⁠

Merry Christmas everybody! We hope you have a joyful day focusing on the Savior's birth! We wanted to highlight Jesus Christ this holiday season by doing a bonus episode all about Him and Christmas! For this episode we discuss some notes from the First Presidency Christmas Devotional ! "Christ was born for you!" *Links and References* ⁠The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints⁠ First Presidency Christmas Devotional https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/media/broadcasts/2024-first-presidencys-christmas-devotional?lang=eng *Contact Us* [email protected] ⁠RISE.with.Him 

Welcome back everyone! Today we welcome Abby Easton to the chair to share her insights on Elder Karl D. Hirst talk "God's Favourite"! Abby grew up in Texas and recently moved to Utah to attend BYU and work at the MTC. She loves Jesus and has the opportunity to have meaningful conversations about Him every day at work! "If you feel that divine love, go share it with people!" - Abby *Links and References* ⁠The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints⁠ God's Favourite *Contact Us* [email protected] ⁠RISE.with.Him 

This week we talk about God's love with Courtney as she shares he insights from Sister Kristin M Yee's talk "The Joy of Our Redemption". Courtney was born in Tooele, Utah and is the 6th child out of 7! She served a mission in Austin, Texas and is currently studying at BYU while working on starting a fashionable, modest athletic wear brand! " It's an act of faith to be vulnerable with God " - Courtney *Links and References* The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints The Joy of Our Redemption *Contact Us* [email protected] ⁠RISE.with.Him 

Welcome back everyone! In this episode we dive into President Oak's talk Following Christ with Josh Walker! Josh grew up in Utah County and served a mission in Jackson Florida and currently attending BYU. "It's not about having it on or having it off, it's about growing into the person Christ wants me to be." *Links and References* The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints Following Christ *Contact Us* [email protected] ⁠RISE.with.Him 

This week we welcome Molly Spencer to share her experience getting endowed before the rest of her friends, and her experience with Sister Belle Freeman's talk "Live Up to Your Privileges" from October 2024 General Conference. "We need something different and Jesus Christ can fill that role. Whether we need a friend, or a mentor, or a Savior, of just some comfort, He can be exactly what we need when we need it." *Links and References* ⁠The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints⁠ ⁠Live Up to Your Privileges⁠ *Contact Us* [email protected] ⁠⁠RISE.with.Him ⁠

Join us as we welcome Annette Wilcock to share her insights and experiences from Elder Stevenson's most recent talk "Days Never to Be Forgotten" from this October General Conference. Annette is a mom of 6 and is famous for having triplets. She grew up in Idaho then served a mission in Málaga, Spain. She then moved to Utah to attend BYU where she met her husband. Annette stays busy by taking care of her special needs son, serving in the Mount Timpanogos temple, serving as Stake Young Women Secretary, and as her ward Primary pianist. "We have so many things to look forward to.. the most important one being the second coming when Jesus Christ comes again."

What's up everyone, we are back for Season 3! Thank you for your patience over our little break. Join us as we explain the reason for the break, new things to expect with the podcast, and talk about some of our highlights from this past conference, Oct 5-6th 2024! We are glad to be back and to share. Don't forget to follow us on instagram for more updates and sign up to be guest on the show. *Links and References* ⁠⁠⁠https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/?lang=eng⁠⁠⁠ Kurt Thornton's Episode Madi Easton's Episode *Contact Us* [email protected] ⁠⁠⁠RISE.with.Him 

Tune in to learn about Elder Kearon's talk, God's Intent Is to Bring You Home, with Jackson Reid. Jackson is originally from Southern California, and is now living here in Utah. He attends school at BYU, enjoys sports, and loves the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Jackson served a mission in Georgia and currently teaches at the Missionary Training Center. "If you want any relationship to be good you have to put effort to it, including with Jesus Christ." *Links and References* ⁠⁠https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/?lang=eng⁠⁠ God's Intent Is to Bring You Home https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2024/04/45kearon?lang=eng#author2 *Contact Us* [email protected] ⁠⁠RISE.with.Him 

Hey everyone! This week we discuss together Elder Uchtdorf's talk, A Higher Joy, with Tyler. Tyler is from Tooele, and currently goes to school at BYU. He served a mission in the Montana Billings Mission and loves the Gospel of Jesus Christ. "If I can just be with the Lord for a little bit, I know He can heal me." *Links and References* ⁠https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/?lang=eng⁠ A Higher Joy ⁠https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2024/04/35uchtdorf?lang=eng#p26 *Resources* 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline https://www.iasp.info/suicidalthoughts/ https://www.cdc.gov/suicide/resources/index.html *Contact Us* [email protected] ⁠RISE.with.Him

On this week's episode Jacee Walker shares powerful insight into Sister Dennis' talk Put Ye On the Lord Jesus Christ. Jacee Walker is from Tooele Utah, and is Ashlee's sister! She recently returned from serving a mission in Syracuse New York and loved every moment she got to spend there and at the church historic sites. "Because Jesus Christ performed this atonement...He understands what it's like when we face the hardest trial in our life." *Links and References* ⁠https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/?lang=eng⁠ Put Ye On the Lord Jesus Christ ⁠https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2024/04/14dennis?lang=eng#title1 *Contact Us* [email protected] ⁠RISE.with.Him

This week we dive into Elder Bangerter's talk, Foreordained to Serve with Rachel Winder! Rachel grew up in Tooele Utah and played soccer with Ashlee when they were younger and reconnected through work in Orem. She just graduated from BYU in Exercise Science and plans to start grad school in the fall at Washington University in St. Louis- School of Medicine. There she plans to complete a doctorate degree in Occupational Therapy. "Do something today that will bring you closer to the person you want to be tomorrow." *Links and References* ⁠https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/?lang=eng⁠ Foreordained to Serve https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2024/04/32bangerter?lang=eng#title1 *Contact Us* [email protected] ⁠RISE.with.Him 

This week we welcome Cody Trout to discuss Elder Dushku's talk, Pillars and Rays. Cody shares his experience being baptized into the church and the different "pillars and rays" in his life! Cody is from northwest Washington State and was baptized close to two years ago while doing summer sales in Texas, and has lived in Utah since.I love languages, history (especially Church history), and psychology. He started his missionary training May 27th to serve in the Canada Calgary Mission. Remembering the rays in the passed will help you to have faith to receive the ones that will come" *Links and References* ⁠https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/?lang=eng⁠ Pillars and Rays https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2024/04/15dushku?lang=eng#title1 *Contact Us* [email protected] ⁠RISE.with.Him 

Welcome back! This week we review the principles Elder Renlund discusses in his talk, "The Powerful, Virtuous Cycle of the Doctrine of Christ" with Gavin Speakman. Gavin grew up in Star Valley, Wyoming before attending BYU and later serving a mission in Pittsburgh Pennsylvania. He is studying music, but also preparing to apply for medical school next cycle. He loves trail running, camping, watching Naruto with his brother, and is convinced that all lessons in life can be learned from playing the trombone.  "Use detail oriented things each day to improve little bit, a little by little. Iteratively doesn’t mean a huge jump." *Links and References* ⁠https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/?lang=eng⁠ The Powerful, Virtuous Cycle of the Doctrine of Christ https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2024/04/43renlund?lang=eng *Contact Us* [email protected] ⁠RISE.with.Him 

Welcome back! In today's episode we dive into Elder Gerard's talk, Integrity: A Christlike Attribute with Madi! Madi is originally from Texas and now living here in Provo, Utah attending BYU! She served a mission in California and loves her Savior. "Your integrity really fuels your covenantal relationship with Jesus Christ." *Links and References* ⁠https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/?lang=eng⁠ Integrity: A Christlike Attribute https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2024/04/17gerard?lang=eng *Contact Us* [email protected] ⁠RISE.with.Him 

Welcome back! This week we talk with Enoch Jones online, about Elder Rasband's talk, Words Matter! Enoch Jones is from a small area called Taylor near Ogden, UT. He is currently studying Mechanical Engineering at Utah State University and I love all things science! I also have a passion for music, filling my time and ears with playing cello, singing, arranging music, and listening to everything from Bach to the Bee Gees.  "Words are the catalyst of creation... It's just as important to speak, like to say what you have to say, as it is to not say things that we maybe should not say. " *Links and References* ⁠https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/?lang=eng⁠ Words Matter https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2024/04/41rasband?lang=eng#title1 *Contact Us* [email protected] ⁠RISE.with.Him 

This week we welcome Ben Dutson to the podcast to discuss Elder Bednar's talk, Be Still, and Know That I Am God, from April 2024 General Conference. Ben Dutson grew up in Tooele Utah and currently goes to school at BYU. He served a mission in San Diego California and was an American Sign Language missionary. I love good times at the movies, adventures with my friends, and arguably beating my brother in every competition.  "Wherever Christ goes, stillness follows" *Links and References* ⁠https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/?lang=eng⁠ Be Still, and Know That I Am God https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2024/04/21bednar?lang=eng#kicker1 *Contact Us* [email protected] ⁠RISE.with.Him 

Today we dive into Elder Soares's talk, Covenant Confidence through Jesus Christ with Natalie Baugh! We discuss the power of covenants made in the temple and the strength that Jesus Christ brings in our lives as we bind to Him! Natalie was born and raised in Utah! She went to UVU then served a mission in Moscow Russia. Once she returned she then went to BYU and BYU Jerusalem. She loves studying the scriptures, running, and movie quotes. "He makes temple because He loves us" *Links and References* ⁠https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/?lang=eng⁠ Covenant Confidence through Jesus Christ https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2024/04/16soares?lang=eng#title1 Natalie Baugh https://www.instagram.com/nattiebaugh?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== It's All Light https://open.spotify.com/show/29bThLH1jTVQSJZA2SE0vE?si=c5pKP2KYTnequH6sAwSFqg&nd=1&dlsi=10785b796c634da9 *Contact Us* [email protected] ⁠RISE.with.Him 

We start off the second season of the RISE with Him podcast today with Nohea Uluave discussing Elder Paul B. Pieper's talk, Trust in the Lord from April 2024 General Conference! Nohea is from the small town of Hauula, on the island of Oahu. She is studying Construction Management at Utah. She was called to serve in the Australia Sydney Mission and is home shortly due to medical reasons and will be returning after her recovery. "The thing we can give Him [Heavenly Father] is our hearts." *Links and References* ⁠https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/?lang=eng⁠ Trust in the Lord https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2024/04/44pieper?lang=eng#title1 *Contact Us* [email protected] ⁠RISE.with.Him 

Welcome back! Today's episode is a pure and natural conversation with Ashlee and Cameron reflecting on how God's hand has played a huge role in the past, present, and future of the podcast! You won't want to skip this blooper filled episode of behind the scenes of the podcast. *Links and References* ⁠⁠https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/?lang=eng⁠⁠ The Sabbath Is a Delight https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2015/04/the-sabbath-is-a-delight?lang=eng#title1 *Contact Us* [email protected] ⁠⁠RISE.with.Him ⁠

Today's episode we go over the last General Conference talk for this season, In the Path of Their Duty by Elder Bednar with Blake Day! We are so excited to have Blake and give him credit for designing our R.I.S.E with Him logo! Blake Day grew up in Tooele, Utah with Cameron and Ashlee! He served a full-time mission in the Washington, Vacouver. He loves trying new things everyday, and loves his Savior Jesus Christ! "Being confident in those small everyday things, that's what's going to bring us closer to our Heavenly Father. That's what's going to bring us joy in the end." *Links and References* ⁠https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/?lang=eng⁠ In the Path of Their Duty https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2023/10/11bednar?lang=eng#p22 *Contact Us* [email protected] ⁠RISE.with.Him 

This week we discuss what it means to be a child of God in Elder Christophe G. Giraud-Carrier's talk, We Are His Children, with Madi Papworth! Madi Papworth is a child of God that grew up in Utah and California. She is currently a senior at BYU studying Family Life. While she spends a lot of her time at school or work, Madi enjoys going to the temple and serving others as she strives to become more like our Savior.  "The Savior looks at us and sees us for that, that this is a child of God who has beauty and potential and the ability to grow and change. And He sees them for that and not for what they are doing, what mistakes they made, what color their hair is, what color their skin is. Those things don't matter. What matters is that we are a child of God. No one is left out, we all have that same value." *Links and References* ⁠https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/?lang=eng⁠ We Are His Children https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2023/10/56giraud-carrier?lang=eng#title1 *Contact Us* [email protected] ⁠RISE.with.Him

Join this weeks episode with our special guest, our first ever listener and Cameron's past mission companion, Easton Roundy discuss The Sealing Power by Elder D. Todd Christofferson. Easton Roundy grew up in New Mexico with his siblings and amazing parents. He served a full time mission in the Massachusetts Boston Mission and loves using his time to build his favorites and new hobbies. "Without any doubt I know that families are meant to be an eternal thing. They aren't just something that we are to enjoy just on this earth. They are meant to be perpetuates forever." *Links and References* ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/?lang=eng⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ The Sealing Power https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2023/10/15christofferson?lang=eng I Know That My Redeemer Lives https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/media/video/2020-11-0115-i-know-that-my-redeemer-lives?lang=eng *Contact Us* [email protected] ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠RISE.with.Him 

Tune in today's episode with Jasmin Mujadadi discussing Bishop W. Christopher Waddell's talk, More Than a Hero. Jasmin grew up in a multicultural household in Fremont California and is a convert to the church. She is currently studying Middle East Studies and Arabic at BYU in Provo and will soon transition to law school after graduating. "I need to choose the light. And I need to choose to follow the Spirit. Because if I don't choose to do that, choices are made for me." *Links and References* ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/?lang=eng⁠⁠⁠⁠ More Than a Hero https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2023/10/46waddell?lang=eng *Contact Us* [email protected] ⁠⁠⁠⁠RISE.with.Him 

This week we dive in Elder Joaquin E. Costa's talk, The Power of Jesus Christ in Our Lives Every Day with Mikayla Richins! Mikayla Richins grew up on a ranch in Henefer, Utah and is currently finishing her last semester at UVU graduating with her Bachelors in Business. Mikayla has a skill and passion for music, especially singing which led her to serve a mission as a performing missionary in Nauvoo in the summer of 2023. " Focus on Him and let Him into your story. He has the power to change hearts and soften them. It is incredible what He can do." *Links and References* ⁠⁠⁠https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/?lang=eng⁠⁠⁠ The Power of Christ in Our Lives Every Day https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2023/10/24costa?lang=eng#title1 *Contact Us* [email protected] ⁠⁠⁠RISE.with.Him 

This week we dive into Elder Adilson de Paula Parrella's talk, Bearing Witness of Jesus Christ in Word and Action, from October 2023 General Conference! Today we have guest, Palmer Charles, joining us to share his insights! Palmer is from Arizona and studying Digital Marketing at UVU. He served a mission in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and loves adventures, movies, and people! "This is real. This isn't a coincidence. These miracles and happy moments, this is what God and Jesus Christ intended for us to experience." *Links and References* ⁠⁠https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/?lang=eng⁠⁠ Bearing Witness of Jesus Christ in Word and Action https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2023/10/43parrella?lang=eng#title1 *Contact Us* [email protected] ⁠⁠RISE.with.Him 

Kurt Thornton joins us to give great insight on Elder Uchtdorf's talk, The Prodigal and the Road That Leads Home. Kurt Thornton is a BYU student studying Chemical Engineering and currently teaching at the Missionary Training Center (MTC) for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. He loves the Savior and cherished his time serving as a missionary in Pittsburgh, PA and Nauvoo, IL as well as continued service the rest of his life. "The way we break the cycle of being a prodigal is humbling ourselves before we end up being lost, lonely, afraid, and without God's grace." - Kurt *Links and References* ⁠https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/?lang=eng⁠ The Prodigal and the Road That Leads Home https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2023/10/45uchtdorf?lang=eng#title1 *Contact Us* [email protected] ⁠RISE.with.Him 

Welcome back and happy Valentines! This episode came in perfect time for the season of love, as we discuss Elder Phillips talk, "God Knows and Loves You" with Griffin Sorenson! Griffin has taught seminary for 10+ years and now is at University of Utah teaching institute. He has his BA in History , MA in Religious Education, and just finished his PhD in Educational Leadership. He and his wife, Sydney, have 5 kids and love traveling around Latin America and watching sports! "The Master would take His airpods out. I think he would walk around campus and take the opportunity to just smile at someone... in simple little ways we can become like Him." - Griffin Sorenson *Links and References* ⁠https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/?lang=eng⁠ God Knows and Loves You https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2023/10/27phillips?lang=eng *Contact Us* [email protected] ⁠RISE.with.Him

Join us and Gabby Asay discuss Sister Freeman's talk, Walking in Covenant Relationship with Christ from October 2023 General Conference. Gabby is from Tooele, Utah and is currently studying Home Design at BYU-Idaho. She is striving to continue to grow closer to the Savior with the people around her after serving a mission in Spokane, Washington. " He [Christ] is there to lift us up... He runs to our aid. Just because we can't feel his love in the moment doesn't mean it's not there." *Links and References* ⁠https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/?lang=eng⁠ *Contact Us* [email protected] ⁠RISE.with.Him

Today we dive into Do You Want to Be Happy by Elder Yoon Hwan Choi, from October 2023 General Conference with our guest Kira Prince! Kira Prince is from Albany, Oregon and received her BA in Theaters Studies Performance at Brigham Young University Idaho. She recently returned home from her mission in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. She loves the gospel and serving in anyway she can. "I can't be perfect, but I can be consecrated. I can't be perfect but I can be repent. I can't be perfect but Christ is." *Links and References* ⁠https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/?lang=eng⁠ Do You Want to Be Happy? https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2023/10/26choi?lang=eng#title1 *Contact Us* [email protected] ⁠RISE.with.Him 

Truman Soderborg joins us in todays episode to discuss Hallmarks of Happiness by Elder Sabin from October 2023 General Conference! Truman just graduated from Utah Valley University where he studied Baking and Pastry at Culinary Arts Institute. He also hosts his own podcast, Sweets with Sodie where he dissects the pastry world. He currently works as a pastry chef in Springville UT. In his free time he loves hanging with family, hiking, and serving others. *Links and References* ⁠https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/?lang=eng⁠ Hallmarks of Happiness https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2023/10/31sabin?lang=eng#title1 Sweets with Sodie Podcast https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCg86oDPe0vwpheSRsdVAR1g *Contact Us* [email protected] ⁠RISE.with.Him

We welcome Ben Lomu to the podcast and dive into Praise to the Man by President Russel Ballard from October 2023 General Conference.  Ben graduated from the University of Utah with a BA in sociology and criminology and earned a master’s degree in education from the University of Phoenix. He has been a religious educator for 20 years and currently teaches institute at Utah Valley University. In addition to his teaching career Ben also enjoys working as an actor and model for various companies and productions both locally and nationally. He currently is the host of a show on BYUtv called “Come Follow Up”. “When you really understand truth it changes your attitude, it changes your behavior, it effects everything you do.” -Ben  *Links and References* Come Follow Up  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/come-follow-up/id1565197403 Praise to the Man https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2023/10/41ballard?lang=eng#title1 *Contact Us* [email protected] ⁠RISE.with.Him 

In todays episode we dive into President Nelson's October 2023 General Conference talk, "Think Celestial" with Heidi Dutson. Heidi Dutson works with local and state agencies to prevent substance use and suicide. Her greatest joy is being a wife, mom, bonus-mom, and grandma to 6 going on 9 grandkids.  In spare time, Heidi enjoys baking, traveling, and finding truth bombs in the gospel library.   "No matter what your circumstances are in life, thinking celestial, having this broader view, knowing the truths that we have through the gospel of Jesus Christ makes things better. It won't make things go away, but it can aid our endurance, it can help bring us healing, or bring purpose to our pain." - Heidi Think Celestial! https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2023/10/51nelson?lang=eng#title1

Join us as we introduce who we are, how we got started on this journey, and our vision with the RISE with Him podcast. Grow closer to Jesus Christ by acting on the inspiration and invitations given by Prophets, Seers, Revelators, and other church leaders during General Conference for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. This podcast is not sponsored by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints; however, we strongly support the Church and its teachings.  *Links and References* https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/?lang=eng God Will Do Something Unimaginable https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2020/10/28uchtdorf?lang=eng Turning Fear into Faith https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/ensign/1977/10/turning-fear-into-faith?lang=eng *Contact Us* [email protected] RISE.with.Him