Meet Merrilee Boyack: From City Council to Pro-Life Advocacy | Roots and Branches of LehiIn this episode of Roots and Branches of Lehi, host Ryan Harding interviews Merrilee Boyack, a long-time resident of Lehi with a background in community service and politics. Merrilee shares her journey from serving on the city council in California to becoming a pro-life advocate in Utah. She discusses her work with Pro Life Utah and Latter-day Saints for Life, the impactful stories of saving babies, and how she manages to balance her various roles. Merrilee also opens up about her experiences in public office, the importance of community involvement, and her passion for preparedness. Tune in to hear how Merrilee efforts are making a significant difference in her community and beyond.00:00 Introduction to Roots and Branches of Lehi00:37 Meet Merrilee Boyack: From Detroit to Lehi01:19 Community Involvement and Wildfire Response06:53 Pro-Life Advocacy and Empowered Families Coalition15:37 Getting Involved: How You Can Help17:47 From Speaker to Author: Merrilee's Writing Journey22:55 How Do I Change My Husband?24:06 Impactful Stories and Reader Feedback26:59 Follow Your Heart and Strengths37:51 The Importance of Community Involvement42:04 Reflections on Living in Lehi43:29 Conclusion and Final Thoughts