Former YSA stake presidency member Joel Sybrowsky shared his wisdom with us! He learned so much from the YSAs he served with. From YSA's dedication to the Lord to their leadership to their pain--no doubt this is a chosen generation.
Joel is one of my favorite people. He is so fun, warm, kind, and loving!
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This episode is based on Elder Scott D. Whiting's talk from the April 2025 General Conference called "Beware the Second Tempation."
https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2025/04/53whiting?lang=eng
Mom and I discuss how to talk more often about pornography to alleviate the shame from it, and the sacred protection from the Savior that the garments of the holy priesthood offer us.
Sage Williams is a remarkable young woman who co-authored the book Healing after Sexual Abuse: A Latter-day Saint Perspective.
Get the book here:
https://www.deseretbook.com/product/6078641.html?srsltid=AfmBOopMuPwH5JyQD3ezfypqVBUgMHtIY3vVROmF_-lYSWV5Tfxzn8Vq
My friend Sheldon joins the podcast to talk dating! Sheldon is hilarious and has such a pure heart. We loved laughing and getting real with Sheldon!
I cannot believe that Mom wanted to do this episode haha!
Our latest obsession is with the show Spy x Family. Together with my younger brother Carlos we discuss the show's powerful and fun themes about family.
Note that Spy x Family has a PG-13 feel. Viewer discretion advised.
Everything we say about Relief Society in this episode applies to the Elders Quorum!
This episode is largely based on President Julie B. Beck's talk titled "Why We Are Organized into Quorums and Relief Societies."
We discuss the purpose of Relief Society and how it has helped us come closer to the Savior.
Mom quoted D&C 88:74-75
74 And I give unto you, who are the first laborers in this last kingdom, a commandment that you assemble yourselves together, and organize yourselves, and prepare yourselves, and sanctify yourselves; yea, purify your hearts, and cleanse your hands and your feet before me, that I may make you clean;
75 That I may testify unto your Father, and your God, and my God, that you are clean from the blood of this wicked generation; that I may fulfil this promise, this great and last promise, which I have made unto you, when I will.
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We explore the question that could take a lifetime to master: How can I be a better gospel teacher?
Some key takeaways:
Focus on these 3 principles as you teach: Scripture-based, Christ-centered, and learner-focused.
Follow this learning pattern:
Establish relevance
Search the scriptures (or General Conference talks)
Analyze what you read
Feel what you read
Apply it to your life
This episode is based on the talk written by J. Anette Dennis from the Relief Society General Presidency titled "Put Ye On the Lord Jesus Christ."
https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2024/04/14dennis?lang=eng
God invites us to make covenants with Him so that He can shower us with blessings!
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Today we study the book Doctrine and Covenants to learn what the Savior teaches us about healthy self-esteem.
Scripture references:
D&C 121:33-46
D&C 38:24-25
D&C 128:15
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There's no growth in the comfort zone, and no comfort in the growth zone! Mom interviews me about my dating challenge from last year, which was to go on 29 dates before my 29th birthday.
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It is inevitable that someone will emotionally hurt you at church someday. You can either choose to be offended by them or you can actively seek healing through understanding, communication, and by going to the Savior.
This episode is based on David A. Bednar's talk titled "And Nothing Shall Offend Them." Link below: https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2006/10/and-nothing-shall-offend-them?lang=eng
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Find the seminary manuals here:
https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/books-and-lessons/seminary?lang=eng
The institute manuals:
https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/si/institute/manuals?lang=eng
Gospel song "Change Me" by Tamela Mann:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dlgLJEHF3Ok
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We love the show Bluey! Join us as we discuss the most Christlike family on TV.
Our favorite episodes include the following:
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Each of us is learning something--even the prophet! Mom and I talk about our personal spiritual journeys and the things we've learned recently.
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Our friend Sean joins the podcast! We talk about what a testimony is, what it's not, and what some of the best testimony meetings have looked like!
Here's the link to the video called "Do You Believe? A Silent Interview on Christ"
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P4uZxxroyis&t=398s
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Shout it from the rooftops, people. IT'S NOT ABOUT GETTING MARRIED!
YSA wards exist for the same reason other wards exist: it's about getting closer to Christ.
Mom and I share our thoughts on YSA wards and why we love them so much!
Here's Mom's article from LDS Living! "How Single Parents Bless the Church."
https://www.ldsliving.com/why-we-need-single-parents-in-the-church/s/11678
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If you're a dog person, we'll definitely get along!
Mom and I share stories about the 3 dogs that our family has had in my lifetime: Pongo, Buster, and Tule.
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Mom and I discuss what we can learn from different cultures and customs.
In this episode we mention the delicious Mexican drink, Champurrado. Here is a recipe for it:
https://lasaucykitchen.com/champurrado-de-galletas-maria/
We mentioned a music video I got to be in with the Bonner family and Chad Truman. Here is the link:
https://youtu.be/rYEv0alPRA0
Go back and listen to episode 16 of our podcast where I talked to my brother Xavier and his wife Staci about combining their two cultures when they got married.
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Jesus set boundaries and so can we!
References used in this episode:
Luke 4: 28-30
D&C 98: 41-45
Matthew 18: 15-17
Matthew 11: 28-29
The Church's Abuse help line
https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/callings/church-safety-and-health/abuse-help-line?lang=eng
How the Church Approaches Abuse
https://newsroom.churchofjesuschrist.org/article/how-latter-day-saints-approach-abuse
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Join us as we discuss the 2015 Disney film "McFarland USA."
We love this movie! The lessons it contains about giving people a sense belonging, collaboration with others, and working hard make this film inspiring and fun.
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