His House

Raising Compassionate Kids in a Divided World with Whitley Keleman

This week on His House, I'm joined by Whitley Keleman—a mother, professor, podcast host, and one of those people who makes you want to see the world more like Jesus does. From teaching a class on inclusion and belonging at BYU to creating her "Sit With Me" gatherings and podcast, Whitley has spent years intentionally listening to people’s stories, building bridges across differences, and helping others feel seen. Together with her husband and three kids, she’s also chosen a life of proximity—living abroad, immersing themselves in different cultures, and raising children to see and love people deeply. In this conversation, we talk about raising compassionate kids, creating a home where people belong, what living abroad has taught their family about joy and empathy, and how hearing people’s stories changes the way we see both others and God. This episode is a reminder that Christlike love often looks like slowing down, listening longer, inviting people in, and allowing ourselves to be changed by proximity to others. If you’ve ever wondered how to raise compassionate kids, create meaningful community, or better see people the way God does—this conversation is for you.

The Art of Documenting Motherhood with Ashley Teresa

In this episode of His House, I sit down with motherhood and film photographer Ashley Teresa to talk about seeing and capturing the beauty of the mundane moments of daily life. Ashley’s work captures motherhood in a way that feels deeply nostalgic, honest, and sacred—reminding us that the quiet moments we often overlook may actually be the ones worth remembering most. We talk about how film photography has taught her to slow down and become more present, how documenting everyday life can help us honor what God is giving us right now, and why the mundane moments of motherhood carry so much meaning. This conversation is an invitation to see your life differently — to notice the beauty already surrounding you, experience God in the ordinary, and embrace the life you’re living right now as the beautiful one. Whether you’re a mom in the thick of repetitive days, someone longing to be more present, or simply craving a slower and more intentional way of living, this episode will leave you inspired to notice, document, and cherish the sacredness woven into everyday life. If you loved this episode, you can find information about Ashley's new motherhood course on her substack [https://substack.com/@ashleyteresa]. Her course,What We Keep, is designed for mothers looking to document their children's lives and their motherhood more intentionally. @ashleyteresaphoto [https://www.instagram.com/ashleyteresaphoto/] @ashleyteresaweddings [https://www.instagram.com/ashleyteresaweddings/]

Walking Through Pregnancy Loss in Faith with Sydney Holmes

In this episode of His House, I sit down with my friend Sydney Holmes to talk about miscarriage, stillbirth, and the sacred, complicated grief that follows the loss of a baby. Sydney shares her journey through multiple losses, delivering her son Mack, and the emotional and spiritual road that led her to pursue surrogacy. She opens up about what grief actually feels like, the wrestle with God, and the ways Jesus met her in hospital rooms, quiet prayers, and the unknown. We also talk about how to show up for someone walking through loss—what helps, what hurts, and what it really looks like to mourn with those who mourn. This conversation is for anyone who has experienced pregnancy or infant loss, anyone navigating a story that looks different than they hoped, and anyone who wants to learn how to love people well in their grief.

28 Things I Learned in My 28th Year

⭐️ BIRTHDAY SPECIAL⭐️ This birthday episode is a little different—more personal, more reflective, and just a little glance into the last year of my life. In this episode, I sat down and shared 28 lessons from my 28th year… the things that have shaped me, taught me, surprised me, or made me happy throughout the last 365 days. Thanks for being here and growing with me!

Finding Joy Through Life's Unexpected Turns with Emi Naegle

This week, I sit down with Emi Naegle—mom and content creator—who was diagnosed with peripartum cardiomyopathy (PPCM) just days after having her first baby. In that first year navigating heart failure as a brand new mom, she walked through an incredibly heavy season of health challenges and loss. In this conversation, she shares how that experience changed the way she sees everyday life and deepened her relationship with Jesus Christ. We talk about what it really looks like to choose joy when life feels different than you planned, and how faith gives us the strength to keep moving forward. She also shares the simple, practical ways she brings light into her days—from small routines and micro traditions to creating beauty in the ordinary moments of motherhood. This episode is a gentle reminder that joy isn’t found in perfect circumstances—but can be created, one small thing at a time. Follow Emi on Instagram @emi.naegle "In The Strength of the Lord" [https://speeches.byu.edu/talks/david-a-bednar/strength-lord/] by David A. Bednar Cozy: The Art of Arranging Yourself in the World [Cold soda in a styrofoam cup Walking around art museums Beautiful tile Baby’s breath Driving in the rain Blasting music with the windows down and singing as loud as I can with the wind in my hair Kitchen dance parties while making dinner Denim White socks Cadbury eggs Wood fruit bowls Ponderosa pines The sound of lawn mowers in the summer The smell of freshly cut grass The shades of pink during sunset Cobblestone Chocolate zucchini cake Chicken noodle soup - klooshers Oversized hoodies Cameras Taking videos Looking at old pictures Looking at yearbooks and old letters Reading old journals Journaling Sitting at the temple Playing guitar (listening to my dad play guitar) Location scouting Tree tunnels Chain link fences 30 second cuddles Holding my kids Having a child/baby fall asleep on you Road trips Gas station candy Night runs and walks Street lights Stars & constellations Sleeping under the stars Crisp winter days after it’s snowed when the snow clings to the trees and crunches on the ground. Especially early morning walks on these days Post it notes Blank page journals Laughing Listening to Taylor swift cds Percy Jackson & Harry Potter Raindrops rolling down the car window as you drive - watching the path it chooses to take Making wishes on dandelions Pebble ice in a hospital cup Fuzzy socks at night Doing my nails Scorching hot showers Hot bath and reading after a workout Shopping at the mall and eating pretzel bites] by Isabel Gillies Sadie's Cozy List: Cold soda in a styrofoam cup Walking around art museums Beautiful tile Baby’s breath Driving in the rain Blasting music with the windows down and singing as loud as I can with the wind in my hair Kitchen dance parties while making dinner Denim Fresh white socks Cadbury eggs Wood fruit bowls Ponderosa pines The sound of lawn mowers in the summer The smell of freshly cut grass The shades of pink during sunset Cobblestone Chocolate zucchini cake Chicken noodle soup - klooshers Oversized hoodies Cameras Taking videos Looking at old pictures Looking at yearbooks and old letters Reading old journals Journaling Sitting at the temple Playing guitar (listening to my dad play guitar) Location scouting Tree tunnels Chain link fences 30 second cuddles Holding my kids Having a child/baby fall asleep on you Road trips Gas station candy Night runs and walks Street lights Stars & constellations Sleeping under the stars Crisp winter days after it’s snowed when the snow clings to the trees and crunches on the ground. Especially early morning walks on these days. Post it notes Blank page journals Laughing Listening to Taylor swift cds Percy Jackson & Harry Potter Raindrops rolling down the car window as you drive - watching the path it chooses to take Making wishes on dandelions Pebble ice in a hospital cup Fuzzy socks at night Doing my nails Scorching hot showers Hot bath and reading after a workout Shopping at the mall and eating pretzel bites