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What would the Primary General President say to a newly called Primary leader? Why does Primary matter? How can we create "places of security" for children? We find out on this week's episode as President Susan H. Porter gives advice directly to a brand new ward primary president. 1:50- Upbringing 4:23- First and Earliest Communicators 8:15- Recognizing the Spirit 10:14- Long-term Impacts of Primary 13:30- Experiences with Elder Porter 18:08- Engaging Five Senses 20:15- Service When It's Not Convenient 23:00- Variety of Learners 25:53- Handbook Updates 31:54- Value of Councils 34:44- Power of Primary Songs 37:31- Creating Places of Security 38:43- Message to Children of the Church 39:25- What Does It Mean To Be All In the Gospel of Jesus Christ? "Heavenly Father knows you. Heavenly Father loves you and Heavenly Father needs you." President Porter's message to the children of the Church

In October 1998, Sione Havili's future looked incredibly bright. Earlier that year, he had signed a letter of intent to play football at BYU and was preparing to serve a mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in New York City. But in a single moment, everything changed. A decision to take part in an act of retaliation tied to gang violence would alter the course of Sione's life forever. In this week's episode, Sione opens up about the difficult lessons that followed, and why he now believes the experience was essential to his personal growth and progression. 1:40- Two Sets of Friends 3:53- Retaliation 5:57- Extradited 9:07- The Response of Others 12:23- From NYC To SLC 13:38- Prison 17:00- High School Sweethearts 18:13- Continued Consequences 22:23- Leaving That Kid Behind 31:01- What Does It Mean To Be All In the Gospel of Jesus Christ? "We can't look back…Whenever we encounter any challenges, even if we have successes, we need to look forward." Links: KSL Documentary about Sione: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5rwSILAXH0Y&t=745s

Years ago, Maria Eckersley found herself needing the Savior more than ever. As her husband battled pancreatic cancer, Easter became more than a holiday—it became a lifeline of hope, hope in the promises of the gospel of Jesus Christ. Instead of creating a long list of activities or traditions, Maria created what she calls a "tradition of teaching." In this episode, Maria shares how intentionally focusing her family on the gift of the Resurrection of Jesus Christ transformed her home and her gratitude for Easter. 2:42- Origin of Testimony 6:13- Salt Lake Temple Open House Celebration 9:59- A Choice to Celebrating Easter 15:18- A Tradition of Teaching 20:13- What a Connection with the Lord Does 22:08- There's Always Water 25:08- The Promises If the Resurrection is True 29:15- The Duality in Easter 34:04- Easter Through the Lens of the Book of Mormon 37:33- What Does It Mean To Be All In the Gospel of Jesus Christ? "I think there's a lot of that commercial side that we can set down when it comes to Easter. So for me, I guess I see Christmas as a season of giving and receiving in the Savior's way and when it comes to Easter, I see Easter focused on it's all about me receiving...it literally is just His divine gift that is given to all of us. It's a time for us to celebrate that gift, to appreciate it, maybe to emulate it but it's really all about receiving and I just think there's some tenderness in that." Links: Teaching Easter by Maria Eckersley Elder Neal A. Maxwell- "The cavity which suffering carves into our souls will one day also be the receptacle of joy."

When Corby Campbell's backflip ended in paralysis, it could have marked the end of his dreams. Instead, it became the foundation of something greater. On this week's episode, Corby and his wife, Tess—whom he met while in his wheelchair—share how love found them in unexpected circumstances, what they've learned about healing, and why they believe the Lord's purpose for Corby's life wasn't ruined in the fall—it was only just beginning. 3:13- A Story Meant To Share 7:42- The Plan Wasn't Ruined 10:57- Challenges and Potential to Improve/Overcome 21:38- Patience 23:56- Grieving Unmet Expectations 28:26- Grateful To Not Be Healed 38:22- "Everyone Is Lame" 42:50- A Default Opportunity for Service 48:13- What Does It Mean To Be All In the Gospel of Jesus Christ? "The Savior does not heal people as often as He can and He does that on purpose." -Tess Campbell

Shirley Washenko is a survivor of sexual abuse who now shares a powerful message of hope and healing for those who have endured similar trauma. Through her own journey, she has discovered that true healing is possible through the Atonement of Jesus Christ. On this week's episode, Shirley testifies that the peace and restoration she has found are worth every effort and that utilizing the Atonement of Jesus Christ has the power to bless generations. 3:04- Personal Testimony 7:16- Healing Doctrines 12:24- What Is and Is Not Forgiveness 20:04- Healing Affects Generations 22:52- Digging Up the Past? 30:15- Agency and Physical Bodies 37:51- Alma the Younger 43:17- Approaching Stats Without Fear 47:13- Infuriating Unfairness 52:04- What Does It Mean To Be All In the Gospel of Jesus Christ? "You are worth it. You are worth healing and becoming your most divine, true, whole, complete self. You're worth speaking your story. Your voice really does matter. Your story really matters and your healing really matters." Links: "Healing After Sexual Abuse"- https://www.deseretbook.com/product/P6078641.html?utm_source=ldsliving&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=13099-00001401&utm_id=13099 "Infuriating Unfairness" talk by Elder Renlund: https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2021/04/25renlund?lang=eng