The Bishop's Wife

What does it look like to choose peace when the world around you seems divided?

In this episode, Sara Phelps shares how raising her family in the Middle East has deepened her faith and expanded her understanding of unity, service, and Christlike love. From building Zion in multicultural wards to finding common ground across cultures and religions, Sara has learned to focus on what connects us. Her experiences in Dubai, Doha, and be...

What happens when God leads you outside the familiar and across the world?

In today’s episode, Heather Howell shares how her life has been shaped by following revelation, having courage, and making genuine connections—from living in cultures and communities around the world. Heather reminds us that people are so much more than their religion, nationality, or background, and that God’s goodness often reaches us thr...

Can a calling be both a blessing and a trial? Just nine days after delivering their fourth child—and as severe postpartum depression and anxiety began to surface—Aubrey Grossen’s husband was called to serve as bishop. In this deeply honest conversation, Aubrey shares the loneliness, anger, faith struggles, and unexpected tender mercies that followed. What initially felt like God taking her husband away during her ...

"What happens when one person receives a calling—but the whole family is asked to sacrifice?In this episode, scripture-study favorite Cali Black shares an honest and hope-filled look at her family’s experience during her husband Kyle’s years as bishop. Cali opens up about supporting a spouse in Church leadership, raising young children amid constant demands, and learning to take her concerns to the Lord before all...

Have you ever met someone who is living proof that by doing small and simple things, great things really do come to pass? In this episode, I’m joined by Becky Squire—a Latter-day Saint influencer, speaker, author, wife, mother, and steady voice of faith who has spent more than nine years sharing gospel-centered encouragement online.With more than 70,000 followers on Instagram and writing featured in the Liahona, LDS Liv...

What if the Holy Ghost isn’t as quiet as we sometimes think He is? In this episode, Elizabeth talks with Arantza Condie, a convert to The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, who describes feeling the Spirit like a bolt of lightning — though it wasn’t always that way. As Arantza shares her conversion story, she reflects on how becoming a wife and mother became the catalyst for profound change, and how she ...

How does a devoted Catholic become a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints? Ann Tanner still calls her conversion a miracle. In this inspiring conversation, she shares the unexpected people and quiet moments God used to change her heart, the powerful lessons she learned through years of serving with the American Red Cross, and simple, practical tools for strengthening families, navigating difficult conversations...

In this heartfelt episode, Sheri Ferrell shares how forgiveness—though often difficult and deeply personal—has become one of the most powerful principles shaping her relationships with her husband, children, family, and church community. With honesty, humility, and compassion, Sheri reflects on learning to forgive others, forgive herself, and rely on the healing power of the Atonement to strengthen connection and bring ...

In this special Mother’s Day episode, we reflect on living and mothering with intention, joy, and connection. Our guest Elle Rowley models what it means to live authentically—choosing connection, embracing growth, and finding joy along the way, especially in motherhood.
She reminds us that our “down the well” moments—times of uncertainty or struggle—are not wasted, but can become places of gro...

What does it look like to hold onto hope when the answer you’re praying for doesn’t come—at least not in the way you expected? In this episode, Chelsea Monahan shares her deeply personal journey through infertility and the long, tender season of waiting for motherhood, offering powerful insight into what it means to trust God in the unknown. Her story reaches beyond infertility, speaking to anyone who has ever fel...

What does it really mean to be “perfect”? In this episode, Jamie offers a refreshing and deeply comforting perspective that challenges the pressure of perfectionism. Together, we explore how true perfection isn’t something we achieve on our own, but something made possible through the Savior. With a focus on growth, purpose, and what truly matters, this conversation invites you to let go of unrealistic expectation...

Marilyn Green Faulkner shares a deeply personal and inspiring journey of lifelong learning through literature, faith, and life’s hardest moments. With warmth, humor, and heartfelt honesty, she weaves together insights from classical books, scripture, and her own experiences—including lessons learned in her darkest days. Marilyn reminds us that learning isn’t just about knowledge—it’s a path to healing,...

Lifelong learning is more than just learning from books and studying – it's learning from experiences. In this powerful episode, Tessiah Frame reveals why real spiritual growth isn't about checking boxes, but about embracing humility and the tough lessons life throws your way. She shares her story of being placed back on track after a life-or-death experience, reminding us that we are agents—not victims—with the G...

In June 2020, Valerie Davies received the kind of phone call that divides life into before and after—her son Tanner had been in a tragic accident and never came home. In this episode, Valerie shares what it looked like to move forward with faith through overwhelming grief, and how she survived in those early days. Just a year later, her husband was called to serve as bishop, opening a new chapter of service, stretching, and h...

When Holly's husband, Jimmy, suffered heart complications and then a massive stroke, one of the reassuring feelings she had that he would not die was that he had just been called to be bishop. Even though it seemed contradictory that the Lord would call her husband to be bishop and then cause him to suffer a stroke, the belief that his calling came from God was reassuring enough for her to continue forward with faith, believing tha...

Sometimes God allows doors to close so that we will look to the next open door, and through that door we find Christ. In this episode, Morgan King shares the unexpected story of being called to the Germany Frankfurt Mission—Turkish-speaking… only to discover in the MTC that she wouldn’t really be serving in Germany at all. Instead, she’d be teaching people in Turkey, mostly online, in a country where missio...

“When one door closes, another door opens” is a saying that has been around in various forms for centuries. To guest Shelley Hunter, this is more than just a saying, it is her life experience. And throughout her life, she has seen the Savior lead her to, and carry her through that next open door. In this episode, Shelly shares personal stories that have real-life application for all of us — no matter our age or st...

Sister Angela Moyer shares powerful lessons shaped by many seasons of service—both giving and receiving. Currently serving with her husband as mission leaders for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Berlin, Germany, she reflects on the sacrifices that come with leaving behind family, careers, and familiar comforts. For her, those sacrifices are rooted in love: love for her family, the missionaries she serves, a...