S2 E43: Faith, Resilience, and Rock & Roll: Kristy Lawson on Growing Up Lutheran in Utah & Life Without Limits

In this episode of That’s Church!, we sit down with Kristy Lawson, who grew up Lutheran in Utah, an experience that made her part of a religious minority in a predominantly LDS culture. We talk about how that shaped her beliefs, the ways she connected with faith, and how she’s navigated life in a place where the majority religion can be deeply ingrained in the culture.

Kristy is also legally blind, and later in the episode, we have an open and insightful discussion about how her vision has impacted her life. She shares stories of overcoming obstacles, building resilience, and even how her work as a massage therapist has given her a unique perspective on human connection.

But that’s not all—Kristy is also an incredibly talented musician! She was the lead singer in a band and even opened for several well-known artists. Check out her music here: Kristy Lawson - Live Performance.

We also talk about:

✨ The differences between religious communities in Utah

✨ Navigating friendships and faith identity in a dominant religious culture

✨ How vision challenges shaped Kristy’s personal strength

✨ The importance of genuine kindness and breaking down barriers between people of different backgrounds

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