Join us as we talk with Lidia Torrance about her journey as a foster care parent and the growth she and her family experienced in their faith, compassion, and acceptance. Lidia shares how her testimony of Heavenly Father’s love for each of His children, including children in foster care and their biological parents, has grown and been strengthened as she and her husband opened their hearts to children and families in need.

97. Lidia Torrance | Feeling Compassion and Acceptance Through Foster Care and Adoption

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108. Bonus Episode: What’s Next?

Relief Society is a place where women of diverse backgrounds and experiences come together in unity to create a spiritual home and grow closer to Jesus Christ. Join hosts Karlie Guymon and Shalyn Back for a special bonus episode with the current and newly called General Relief Society presidency members as they discuss building unity in our wards and branches, our global church community, and with our Heavenly Father. Presidents Jean B. Bingham and Camille Johnson discuss how their mutual experiences serving in the general primary presidency and visiting Nauvoo together have influenced their perspective on their Relief Society responsibilities. Sisters Sharon Eubank and Annette Dennis discuss how building bridges with others brings unity, strength, and hope in our efforts to live the gospel. Sisters Reyna Aburto and Kristin Yee share how choosing to be unified with our Heavenly Father—someone who knows everything about us—brings comfort and security. This conversation will encourage you in your efforts to strengthen your relationships with our Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ and to connect with other incredible women in Relief Society. Resources Relief Society General Presidency Biographies: President Jean B. Bingham https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/learn/jean-b-bingham?lang=eng Sister Sharon Eubank https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/learn/sharon-eubank?lang=eng Sister Reyna Aburto https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/learn/reyna-i-aburto?lang=eng President Camille Johnson https://newsroom.churchofjesuschrist.org/article/meet-incoming-relief-society-general-president-camille-n-johnson Sister Anette Dennis https://newsroom.churchofjesuschrist.org/article/sister-jeannie-anette-dennis Sister Kristin Yee https://newsroom.churchofjesuschrist.org/article/sister-kristin-m-yee Additional Latter-day Saint Women Podcast Episodes: President Jean B. Bingham Apple https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/president-jean-b-bingham-every-woman-belongs-in-the/id1491361653?i=1000501838236 Google https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cDovL2ZlZWRzLmZlZWRidXJuZXIuY29tL0xEU1dvbWVu/episode/MjAyMC0wNi0wMDE4LXByZXNpZGVudC1qZWFuLWItYmluZ2hhbS1ldmVyeS13b21hbi1iZWxvbmdzLWluLXRoZS1jaHVyY2gtb2YtamVzdXMtY2hyaXN0?sa=X&ved=0CAIQuIEEahgKEwjop9jHiJf5AhUAAAAAHQAAAAAQgwI Sister Sharon Eubank Apple https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sister-sharon-eubank-compassion-is-a-way-of-life-replay/id1491361653?i=1000511423176 Google https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cDovL2ZlZWRzLmZlZWRidXJuZXIuY29tL0xEU1dvbWVu/episode/MjAyMC0wNi0wMDMwLXNpc3Rlci1zaGFyb24tZXViYW5rLWNvbXBhc3Npb24taXMtYS13YXktb2YtbGlmZS1yZXBsYXk?sa=X&ved=0CAUQkfYCahcKEwjop9jHiJf5AhUAAAAAHQAAAAAQfg Sister Reyna Aburto Apple https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/reyna-aburto-finding-healing-and-peace-through/id1491361653?i=1000499218121 Google https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cDovL2ZlZWRzLmZlZWRidXJuZXIuY29tL0xEU1dvbWVu/episode/MjAyMC0wNi0wMDE2LXJleW5hLWFidXJ0by1maW5kaW5nLWhlYWxpbmctYW5kLXBlYWNlLXRocm91Z2gtdGhlLWF0b25lbWVudC1vZi1qZXN1cy1jaHJpc3Q?sa=X&ved=0CAUQkfYCahcKEwjop9jHiJf5AhUAAAAAHQAAAAAQfg President Camille Johnson Apple https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/79-president-camille-n-johnson-seeking-heavens-help/id1491361653?i=1000532379609 Google https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cDovL2ZlZWRzLmZlZWRidXJuZXIuY29tL0xEU1dvbWVu/episode/MjAyMS0wMy0wMDc5LTc5LXByZXNpZGVudC1jYW1pbGxlLW4tam9obnNvbi1zZWVraW5nLWhlYXZlbnMtaGVscA?sa=X&ved=0CAUQkfYCahcKEwjop9jHiJf5AhUAAAAAHQAAAAAQCg Sister Kristen Yee Apple https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/104-kristin-yee-what-faith-looks-like/id1491361653?i=1000553437795 Google https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cDovL2ZlZWRzLmZlZWRidXJuZXIuY29tL0xEU1dvbWVu/episode/MjAyMS0wMy0wMTA0LTEwNC1rcmlzdGluLXllZS13aGF0LWZhaXRoLWxvb2tzLWxpa2U?sa=X&ved=0CAUQkfYCahcKEwjouNyoiJf5AhUAAAAAHQAAAAAQNQ

107. Bonus Episode - At Home in Relief Society

Every sister and every talent is needed to build the kingdom of God. Join hosts Karlie Guymon and Shalyn Back for a special bonus episode with President Jean Bingham, Sister Sharon Eubank, and Sister Reyna Aburto of the Relief Society General Presidency to discuss the unique and important ways Latter-day Saint women are contributing around the world. With practical tips about how to overcome feelings of self-doubt and inadequacy, our leaders teach and share examples of how we can make Relief Society a safe space for all women to serve and contribute. Featuring interviews with Agniezska Mazurowska, refugee coordinator and current Relief Society president of the Warsaw Poland Branch, and Church women’s historian Kate Holbrook, this conversation is an uplifting and encouraging reminder to recognize and share your unique gifts and talents to lift and serve others like the Savior. Resources: Relief Society General Presidency Biographies: President Jean B. Bingham https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/learn/jean-b-bingham?lang=eng Sister Sharon Eubank https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/learn/sharon-eubank?lang=eng Sister Reyna Aburto https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/learn/reyna-i-aburto?lang=eng Church Newsroom story featuring Agniezska Mazurokwsa: https://newsroom.churchofjesuschrist.org/article/poland-ukraine-refugees-four-months Church History Relief Society Building online exhibit: “A Home of our Own” https://history.churchofjesuschrist.org/exhibit/relief-society-building?lang=eng How to visit the Relief Society building: https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/learn/relief-society-building-temple-square?lang=eng Catalog of Relief Society Building Contributors and Donations: https://catalog.churchofjesuschrist.org/record/68d7defa-b2f7-4828-9b2e-d15f7bc21999/0?view=browse&lang=eng Catalog of Relief Society Building Artifact Donations: https://catalog.churchofjesuschrist.org/record/49a57e83-fea9-48ad-8791-6cf674a74e8e/0?view=browse&subView=arrangement Sister Reyna Aburto “Come Out of Your Shell: 3 Ways to Step Out of Your Comfort Zone”: https://studio5.ksl.com/come-out-of-your-shell-step-out-comfort-zone/ Jerusha Barden Biography : https://www.josephsmithpapers.org/person/jerusha-t-barden-smith

106. Bonus Episode: “Every Sister and Every Talent Is Needed”

Tracy is a foster mom, heartsick and fearful about the sweet boy she has grown to love as her son. McKaylee is a 22-year-old stake Relief Society president who is confused and angry when the Lord doesn't grant her heartfelt desire to serve a mission. And Liliana is a recent convert and the daughter of Mexican immigrants, worried she needs to change who she is in order to fit in with the women around her. What do these sisters all have in common? Through their struggles and questions, they each found support, belonging, and increased faith in Jesus Christ as members of the Relief Society. Join us for this special bonus episode celebrating the 180th birthday of Relief Society featuring President Jean Bingham, Sister Sharon Eubank and Sister Reyna Aburto of the general Relief Society presidency. Sharing Tracy, McKaylee and Liliana’s inspiring stories and voices, the Relief Society presidency affirms their hope and vision that every woman in the Church knows she belongs in the Relief Society.

105. Bonus Episode: Relief Society General Presidency on "Belonging"

Life has taught Kristin Yee how to “jump”: to leave her comfort zone and leap into the unknown, trusting in God’s love and perfect plan. Following a spiritual prompting to leave art school in San Francisco, Kristin's journey of faith took her down an unexpected path-- one that ultimately led to her dream job working as an animator and producer for Disney for 13 years. By sharing the personal revelation she has received and trusted, Kristin teaches listeners "what faith looks like." Through these exciting, and at times frightening, life changes and transitions, Kristin shares with humility and grace how she has learned to partner with the Savior, Jesus Christ for support, comfort, and validation. Kristin was hired by the Church in 2016 as the animation team manager, and she currently serves on the Primary general advisory council.  Resources: Kristin Yee biography: https://www.thechurchnews.com/callings/2021-07-15/9-new-members-of-primary-general-advisory-council-218844 “Educate Your Desires, Elder Andersen Counsels”: https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/prophets-and-apostles/unto-all-the-world/educate-your-desires-elder-andersen-counsels?lang=eng Alma 32: https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/scriptures/bofm/alma/32?lang=eng Church Content for Children: https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/media/collection/children?lang=eng Examples of recent Children's content: The Goal: A Story of Faith, Friendship and Forgiveness https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/media/video/2019-12-0110-the-goal-a-story-of-faith-friendship-and-forgiveness?lang=eng The Old Testament Scripture Stories https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/media/collection/old-testament-stories?lang=eng&collectionId=b43d757eb019f6607ea99cf31d4f98fd0466720b Friend to Friend Broadcast https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/media/collection/friend-to-friend-children?lang=eng&collectionId=b43d757eb019f6607ea99cf31d4f98fd0466720b Transcript: https://media.ldscdn.org/pdf/2021-03-0104-104-kristin-yee-what-faith-looks-like-eng.pdf

97. Lidia Torrance | Feeling Compassion and Acceptance Through Foster Care and Adoption

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