LDS Stories

When Life Changes Your Plans – Facing Trials With Faith: Amy Walker’s Story

What do you do when unexpected events take your life in a direction you never planned?  In this episode, Amy Walker shares how the sudden illness of her husband forced her to step into the role of taking care of and providing for her family. With faith and determination, she turned uncertainty into opportunity, discovering…

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From Addiction and Temptation to Triumphant Redemption: Joe McCally’s Story

When you’ve wandered so far that rock bottom becomes your new normal, can a single moment of grace change your course forever? Husband, father of four, and RN-turned-educator Joe McCally shares how his encounters with voices of doubt throughout his childhood slowly gave way to a downward spiral of addiction, broken promises, and near-catastrophic decisions….

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Revitalizing Faith-Driven Leaders with Cumorah Academy: Patrick Sedivy’s Story

When the Lord calls you to rebuild lives beyond your wildest dreams, will you be brave enough to take the first step? Father and serial entrepreneur Patrick Sedivy recounts how a divine prompting to serve in the Czech Republic propelled him on a decade-long mission to create Cumorah Academy—one of the leading faith-driven leadership institutions…

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The Journey to Divine Testimonial Reconstruction: Marlisa Wootton’s Story

When the pillars of faith begin to quake, will you retreat to familiar ground, or brave the tremors to seek answers? Musician and doctoral audiology student, Marlisa Wootton, recalls a pivotal moment in 2020 when she dared to confront the unsettling waves of a faith crisis—an inner storm that questioned the spiritual foundation she once…

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Reflections on Faith, Trials, and a Difficult Mission: Adam Harmon’s Story

What do you do when your spiritual journey feels harder and more unfair than you expected? In this episode, Adam Harmon takes us on an introspective account of some of the difficult challenges that he faced on his mission, along with some the powerful lessons he learned along the way that ultimately helped him to…

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From Despair & Addiction to Faith, Hope & Empowerment: Jenna Frandsen’s Story

What if your darkest trials could ultimately become your brightest testimony? In this powerful episode of Latter-Day Lights, we hear the incredible story of Jenna Frandsen—a woman who transformed her life from the depths of addiction, grief, and trauma to becoming a light for others. From losing her husband and battling substance abuse to discovering…

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When Your Spouse Comes Out – From Heartbreak to Hope: Melissa Rollins’ Story

What do you do when the life you thought you were living is suddenly shattered? In this episode of Latter-Day Lights, we meet Melissa Rollins, a woman whose world was turned upside down when her husband of 19 years revealed he was gay. With grace, vulnerability, and unwavering faith, Melissa shares her journey of navigating…

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Casting out Demonic Spirits with the Gift of Discernment: Meghan Blanc’s Story

When the harrowing force of darkness takes over your very being, would you heed its warning and fortify your faith? From what first appeared as an ominous warning sign on her patriarchal blessing, devoted stay-at-home mom, Meghan Blanc, recalls her bone-chilling encounter with a demonic spirit that took over her body in a state of…

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Decoding Heavenly Messages & The Second Coming of Christ: Ilyan Lavanway’s Story

If you witnessed an unmistakable sign from Heaven, would you share its meaning with the world? During two consecutive late-summer nights in 2019, Ilyan Lavanway—a former Air Force veteran, author, and dedicated family man—encountered ancient symbols appearing in the sky; an awe-inspiring sight that would forever impact his perception of the Second Coming of Jesus…

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Hitting Rock Bottom & the Beauty of Second Chances: Victoria Maldonado’s Story

What would you do if your life was broken, and the path forward seemed impossible? As a curious and rebellious teenager, Victoria Maldonado’s life spiraled into chaos, consumed by drug addiction and a series of reckless decisions that ultimately led to a harrowing arrest. Yet, even in her darkest moments, a small flame of faith…

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