Service Missions Change Lives : Taysen Holmstead

Finding Joy In Difficult Circumstances : The Frehner's

Willie and Holly Frehner answered the call to serve, willing to go wherever the Lord needed them. That call led them to a remote, poverty-stricken island in the middle of the Pacific Ocean, where they faced difficult and humbling circumstances. In this episode, they share how they overcame challenges, grew through adversity, and developed a deep love for the people they were called to serve.

Navigating Loss with Faith and Courage : Mandie Matheson

In this episode, Mandie shares how she has navigated the heartbreaking loss of her husband, Jerid, to cancer at such a young age. Together, we discuss what it was like to receive the diagnosis, how they cared for one another and their children during the difficult months between his illness and passing, and what life looks like for her now. Mandie also shares how leaning on her faith helped her find strength, hope, and peace through one of life’s hardest seasons.

Why Missions Are Hard: Sarah Harding

In this episode, Sarah shares powerful insights on why missions can be so challenging. She draws meaningful connections between struggle, growth, and becoming stronger through adversity. I especially appreciated her resilience, inner strength, and the perspective she gained through her experiences.

Creating An Eternal Family : Matt & Caley Kephart

In this episode, Matt and Caley share their story of how the Lord has been pursuing them for years. We discuss Matt’s journey of accepting the gospel of Jesus Christ and Caley’s path back to the Lord’s restored Church. Their individual journeys ultimately come together in the creation of their eternal family in the House of the Lord.

Service Missions Change Lives : Taysen Holmstead

Taysen had the opportunity to serve the Lord full-time as a service missionary. In this episode, he shares how the uniqueness of his assignments changed his life and strengthened his relationship with Jesus Christ. He served in four different locations and four different temples. In addition to his opportunities to serve in the temple, he also served in many other meaningful and fulfilling capacities.