We always hear that pioneer stories exist all around the world but on this week’s episode we are thrilled to share the awe-inspiring true story of Gurcharan Singh Gill, the first Latter-day Saint convert to The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints from the Sikh faith. Born in India, Gill’s search for truth led him to a stake conference in the United States—a moment that would forever change his life and the lives of generations to come.

2:10- A Brief Intro to the Sikh Faith 6:40- “Gill” 10:50- Similarities and Differences 16:36- Where Did We Come From and Where Do We Go? 24:44- The Bonds of the Gospel 28:28- The Message of a Savior 31:45- Patriarchal Blessing 39:49- A Love Story 51:30- Lifelong Conversion 1:00:36- Honoring Heritage 1:09:22- What Does It Mean To Be All In the Gospel of Jesus Christ?

“The whole story is a lesson to me about the beauty of simplicity of the gospel and the importance of trusting in inspiration. We don’t have to figure out everything intellectually…sometimes there is no grand secret.”

Links:  Latter-day Sikh

Shannon Foster didn’t grow up in a Latter-day Saint home where scriptures were regularly studied—and her father wasn’t a member of the Church. But rather than see this as a setback, Shannon considers it one of her greatest blessings. That unique perspective has shaped her ability to relate to others and to inspire confidence in anyone seeking to better understand and love the scriptures. In this episode, Shannon shares her journey and explains why she’s so passionate about helping others develop a personal, meaningful relationship with scripture—no matter their background.

1:56- A Home Without Gospel Learning 8:06- The Lord Qualifies 14:05- Compelled to Share 17:18- Scaffolding 22:50- Family Scripture Study 27:25- The Power of Families 34:31- Think Like a Coach 42:12- Imperfect Practice 46:25- What Does It Mean to Be All In the Gospel of Jesus Christ?

“I feel like I can stand in my spot and relate and say I was that girl who knew nothing about the scriptures and now I have found great power in the scriptures.”

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The Red Headed Hostess guidebooks- https://www.deseretbook.com/category/church-resources_teaching-helps_the-red-headed-hostess/church-resources_teaching-helps_the-red-headed-hostess_guidebooks/

Throughout history and across religious traditions, countless individuals have been honored for their holiness and devotion. As members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, we have this word in the name of our church—it is what we purport to be. But do we fully understand what that entails? Jamin and Ann Rowan recently led a study abroad trip exploring what it means to be and become a saint and on this week’s episode, they share what they learned.

2:20- A Study Abroad They Couldn’t Refuse 12:07- Peacemakers Needed Everywhere 22:15- The Sacrifices Saints Have Made To Follow Christ 26:34- Unreasonable Hospitality 33:55- Mission Calls Centuries Apart 38:10- Coming Back and Trying Again 39:59- Martyrs 42:41- The Magic of Real Places and Real Stories 46:23- President Hinckley’s Mission Letter 52:07- Modern Latter-day Saints in Europe 57:55- The Power of Storytelling 1:04:12- What Does It Mean To Be All In the Gospel of Jesus Christ?

“These differences within our families—our immediate families and within our larger human family—are what help us become like God is. We have to come in contact with people that are different than us and listen with those ears of the heart and learn to love each other better...” -Ann Rowan

Rose Datoc Dall found comfort in the story of salvation taught within the restored gospel of Jesus Christ as a young woman. She began painting religious art and observed through her artistic success how God prevails in our lives. In the new book she shepherded me, Expressions of Jesus, Rose invites others to not only see Christ more clearly, but to see themselves in His story. In this interview, she shares how art can become a form of testimony, how creative expression deepens faith, and why she hopes everyone—artist or not—can find their reflection in the Savior’s life and love.

2:17- Finding Something To Say Through Art 6:14- Consecrated Art in His Timing 10:26- Letting God Prevail in Art 15:58- A Cinematic Approach to Art 18:47- The Evolution of an Individual’s Art 21:13- Edge of Crisis 26:43- Expressions of Jesus 43:21- What Does It Mean to Be All In the Gospel of Jesus Christ?

“Let Him in. Let Him be a part of your life. Let Him be a part of your decision-making.”

Links: Expressions of Jesus book- https://www.deseretbook.com/product/6080309.html?cgid=books

Rose’s I am a Mormon video- https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=Kfz3I1YoVZg&pp=ygUPcm9zZSBkYXRvYyBkYWxs

Let God Prevail in Art talk- https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=qtTkuen6atc&pp=ygUfcm9zZSBkYXRvYyBkYWxsIGxldCBnb2QgcHJldmFpbA%3D%3D

President Alvin F. Meredith and his wife, Sister Jennifer Meredith, have lived all over the world so when the call came to move their young family to Rexburg, Idaho, to lead BYU-Idaho, they did what they’ve always done: They prepared themselves to love a new place and new people. On this week’s episode, the Merediths share their thoughts, at the beginning of a new school year, on how to bloom where you’re planted.

1:56- From the Bible Belt to Africa and the Middle East 5:36- Being Where Your Feet Are 8:20- The Kind of Person You Want to Marry 12:10- Temple Sunrise Tradition 15:40- Beginning With the End in Mind 21:18- Bloom Where You’re Planted 27:45- Life Decisions Not Career Decisions 33:41- 100 Days of Listening 35:49- FHE for Secular Learning 39:20- The Value of Education 45:43- The Gospel is Joyful 50:42- What Does It Mean to Be All In the Gospel of Jesus Christ?

“Education is important for everybody but the type of education really needs to be guided by the Spirit.”

Have you ever found yourself walking through a door you never expected—but somehow knew God opened for you? On this week’s episode, Camille Fronk Olson shares her own personal experience with the subheading of her new book, “But If Not”—this is her story of “Finding God in Unmet Expectations and Unwanted Detours.”

1:45- Our Stories in Hindsight 7:36- Why Now? 10:31- Prosperity Gospel Fallacy 20:03- Leaving to God the Management of Blessings 26:07- Physical Bodies 34:16- Mandatory Vs. Voluntary Obedience 39:08- Because of Jesus Christ 42:15- What Does It Mean to Be All In the Gospel of Jesus Christ?

“If going down that detour that He has sent us down leads us to trust more in Him, it is a glorious life.”

Links: But If Not- https://www.deseretbook.com/product/PR00001364.html

Elder Vargas’s general conference talk- https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2025/04/34vargas?lang=eng

Morgan Scalley is recognized as one of the top defensive coordinators in college football, known for preparing his players to be ready for whatever comes their way on the field. But for Coach Scalley, the most meaningful preparation happens off the field. In this week’s episode, he shares how living the gospel of Jesus Christ has taught him to face life with faith and why the joy found in the Savior’s Atonement far surpasses any victory on the scoreboard.

2:26- Football Vs. Spreading the Gospel 5:26- Moment of Loudness 7:23- Elder Neal A. Maxwell 11:00- Family 12:00- Seeking Christ Not Perfection 15:03- Learning From a Very Public Mistake 25:54- Keeping Covenants in Focus 30:40- Leaders 34:32- U-Turn 39:26- Raising Teenagers 43:18- What Does It Mean To Be All In the Gospel of Jesus Christ?

“If the only skill sets we teach are how to become a better football player, we’re failing these young men.”

From “The Miracle” to “Because,” Shawna Edwards has written songs that help children, youth, and adults feel the doctrine of Christ. But behind her music is a story of perseverance, opposition, and following inspiration. In this episode, Shawna shares lessons learned about faith, family, and creativity—and why she believes it’s never too late to make a difference.

2:25- Unheralded Work 6:09- Songs 11-Year-Old Boys Want to Sing 11:36- A Supportive Spouse 13:35- It’s Not Too Late 17:08- He Has Spread the Music 22:50- What Makes a Great Song? 24:58- The Doctrine With a Melody 27:32- Opposition 32:48- Inspiration or Imposter Syndrome? 35:48- Miracles and “The Miracle” 43:27- A New Generation of Hymns 45:20- What Does It Mean To Be All In the Gospel of Jesus Christ?

“Satan would love every good thing you set out to do to not happen.”

What if you paused every week to evaluate your life—not in terms of achievements, but in terms of relationships, discipleship, and faithfulness? For Gary Crittenden, that’s been a Sunday tradition for decades. Inspired by Stephen R. Covey’s “First Things First,” Gary developed a habit to help him keep his priorities straight and on this week’s episodes he shares the ways this practice has helped him in his efforts to become a better disciple of Jesus Christ, a better husband, father, and son.

1:46- A Weekly Reflection 7:58- Keeping an Appointment With Yourself 11:31- Thinkers and Doers 13:33- Using Professional Skills to Serve the Lord 21:27- Keep Walking 25:23- “There Is Nobody Better” 30:02- Why Prioritize Physical Health? 34:48- Honoring Aging Parents 38:21- Networking Vs. Real Relationships 43:09- The Courage to Say No 46:53- What Do We Want Most? 49:33- What Does It Mean To Be All In the Gospel of Jesus Christ?

“As much as we can do, we do and we try to make ourselves as good as we can but even after all of that, it is only by the grace of our Savior Jesus Christ that we actually can receive true perfection in this life…”

Links- Utah Business article by Tad Walch- https://www.utahbusiness.com/profiles/2024/12/13/gary-crittenden-wall-street-problem-solver/

President Jeffrey R. Holland “Good Things To Come”- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8nczw6xHJ0I

The Many Lessons of Multiple Sclerosis by Catherine Crittenden- https://ldswomenproject.com/interview/the-many-lessons-of-multiple-sclerosis/

When Emily Peterson’s husband passed away after a short but heart wrenching battle with brain cancer, she was left with grief, children to raise, and a business to run. But through it all, she felt the steady presence of her Heavenly Father—and of her husband, guiding her from beyond the veil. In this week’s episode, Emily opens up about love that endures, grief that refines, and a journey that is anything but solitary.

4:24- Nathan and Emily 5:42- Losing a Baby 8:36- The Beginning of the Blankets 11:05- Working Together as a Couple 13:40- Two Ancestors 15:47- Devastating Diagnosis 20:37- But If Not 27:14- Guiding Kids Through Grief 33:36- Saranoni Cares 38:21- Making Nathan A Part of Everything 43:05- Today 45:21- What Does It Mean To Be All In the Gospel of Jesus Christ?

“If we come out of this with greater faith in Jesus Christ and closer as a family, it will be worth it in the end.” -Nathan Peterson

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The Saranoni Story- https://saranoni.com/pages/about-us?srsltid=AfmBOorAcQ1LVhOw6_NL8PqKaVcFB88WTfD6kVgaxUD1BVl8WpdPpOIk

Sister Wendy Watson Nelson- “My Soul Delighteth” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dF_HUTTx7q4