Reps for Jesus

From the outside looking in, Lisa McConnell has every right to be bitter. From developing a brain tumor in her early twenties and subsequently having 82 surgeries, to losing her marriage and her home, being a single mother for 9 years, and relearning how to walk three times, Lisa has had more than her fair share of pain. And yet, she is joyful and confident. She moves forward with boldness. She is a force for good. And she knows who she is. 

In this episode we break down how she went from hating God to having an undeniable closeness with Him. 

How her unshakable understanding of her own divine identity has come through her relationship with God. 

The importance of reading and trusting the promises in our patriarchal blessing.

The commandment to not fear.

How to transform prayer from routine to relationship building. 

Her admonition to act when instructed, and her experiences serving around the globe. 

How to find joy in the midst of sadness and chaos through repentance. 

And how, at the end of the day, the only opinion that truly matters is what God thinks of us.

Welcome back to the Reps for Jesus Podcast! In this episode, Kiana is joined by Alena Flegel, the first friend that she made after moving to South Bend. Alena shares her experience in turning to God in her lowest moment and how she has applied the Atonement of Jesus Christ in her daily life. They discuss why they desire a close relationship with God, how they have been improving their prayers, and the peace that comes with trusting God's will. They both exchange experiences about how they have felt the constant love of God, regardless of what they had to offer. Alena shares her humble, heartfelt testimony of the power of prayer and the love of God.

In his first ever role as interviewer for the "Reps for Jesus" podcast, Tyler gets an opportunity to interview Kaleb Reil. Not only is Kaleb a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, he also identifies as gay. With many questions on the table, Tyler and Kaleb walk through what the past has been like, what he currently is pondering, and what the future might hold for him while Kaleb tries to answer these difficult questions for himself.

Welcome back to the Reps for Jesus Podcast! In this episode, Kiana is joined by Kaleb Reil, a dear friend from Notre Dame. They discuss Kaleb's journey in seeking God's will for his future and the questions he has wrestled with as a gay member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He shares the miraculous path God provided for him to attend Notre Dame, how he has come to understand his divine identity as a son of God, and the absolute importance of our mortal experience on Earth. Kaleb is incredibly intelligent, articulate, and generously shares his powerful testimony of the love of God and Jesus Christ. 

Welcome back to Reps for Jesus Podcast! In this episode, Kiana is joined by her dear friend, Kelsie Midence! They discuss what it means to be a disciple of Christ, being bold for Christ, how Kelsie came to know of the reality of God, and how she includes God in her work as a photographer.

Welcome back to Reps for Jesus Podcast! In this episode, Kiana is joined by her dear friend, Gabriel Baldonado! Gabriel shares how he has been able to develop a close relationship with God.

Welcome back to Reps for Jesus podcast! Today, Kiana is joined by her dear friend, Marie Pacanos. She shares how prayer has been a foundation of her faith, how being single has provided her an opportunity to know the Savior on a deeper level, and the importance of proactively fortifying your mind and spirit against attacks from the adversary.

Welcome back to Reps for Jesus Podcast! In this episode, Kiana is joined by her mom, Yuu Bates! YuuB shares how she's been able to build rock solid faith, and how life is a process of continuing to turn back to God. 

Welcome back to Reps for Jesus Podcast! In this episode, Kiana is joined by dear friend, Corb Heath. Corb shares his extraordinary experience finding the gospel in his youth, how the Lord has been guiding him throughout his life, and how ultimately you get to choose what you do with the life God has given you.

Welcome back to Reps for Jesus Podcast! In this episode, Kiana is joined by dear friend, McKell Parsons. McKell shares her experience releasing bitterness toward God and how she's learned to trust Him even when it feels like prayers are going unanswered.