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“True conversion to Jesus Christ is a life-long pursuit. I am grateful for the many moments in my life- moments of sadness and joy, feeling lonely and loved, the ups and the downs, feeling converted and feeling as though I still have a deeper conversion to reach. The beauty of Heavenly Father’s plan is allowingContinue reading “SIXTY TWO”

“I grew up going to catholic school. Through those years I learned so much about the history and confusion that was closely intertwined with so many different churches.  I grew up going to the Church of Jesus Christ with my family, but never fully understood the power and importance of the restoration until I learned about theContinue reading “SIXTY ONE”

“Everyone’s testimony is unique and different. I know people that have gained a testimony in adulthood following a singular transformative event in their lives, whether that be from the light of a miracle when all hope was seemingly lost or from a heavenly tender mercy that embraced them in the devastating darkness of grief andContinue reading “SIXTY”

“From a young age I was taught the joys of living the gospel of Jesus Christ. My parents were a great example of faith, service and love. I have never questioned the gospel because the people around me were so strong and courageous that I wanted to be like them and do what they did.Continue reading “FIFTY NINE”

“I was blessed to be adopted into a gospel centered home. I grew up with the knowledge and attendance in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. My parents are amazing and they helped me learn so much about myself, although I am not their blood they made me who I am today.Continue reading “FIFTY EIGHT”

“Neil L. Anderson gave a talk on Spiritual Defining Memories. Where he teaches to “Embrace your sacred memories. Believe them. Write them down. Share them with your family. Trust that they come to you from your Heavenly Father and his Beloved Son. Let them bring patience to your doubts and understanding to your difficulties.”. I knowContinue reading “FIFTY SEVEN”

“I grew up in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. My conversion is made up of little moments that compiled to become big foundation blocks. My story starts when I was a baby and my parents divorced.My biological father was abusive and so I often felt alone when I was growing up. IContinue reading “FIFTY SIX”

“The plan of salvation gives mortal life meaning, a purpose and direction.  Growing up I was taught by amazing parents how to get on the path and where it leads. And what is in store for me after this life. I am a pretty simple person. I love Jesus Christ. I love life. I love to beContinue reading “FIFTY FIVE”

“I was lucky enough to have been born into a good home with wonderful parents. I was born to parents who were (and still are) members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. I was baptized by my dad when I was eight years old and I served a two-year mission for theContinue reading “FIFTY FOUR”

“I grew up a member of the church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. My dad is a convert, and my mom grew up in the Church only through the help of angels. My parents raised me to work hard and love God. As a teenager my family moved and that rocked my world. StartingContinue reading “FIFTY THREE”