In Her Image: Finding Heavenly Mother in Scripture, Scholarship, the Arts, & Everyday Life

In this episode of In Her Image, hosts Jess Burdette and Jessica Woodbury announce a summer break for the podcast, reflecting on their journey and the impact of their conversations. Jessica shares her decision to transition away from the podcast to focus on new opportunities in social work, particularly in supporting vulnerable women in Utah. The episode concludes with expressions of gratitude and an invitation for listeners to engage with the community through Patreon during the break.patreon.com/InHerImagePodcastinherimagepodcast@gmail.com

In this enlightening conversation, Meg Rittmanic hosts Douglas and Fiona Phillips, a couple celebrating 50 years of marriage. They discuss the profound partnership in their relationship, the spiritual depth of Fiona's art. The couple shares personal challenges, including a health crisis in their family, and how they navigated these together. Fiona's passion for mental health awareness is highlighted through her art, and they explore the symbolism in her painting 'Firstborn,' depicting Heavenly Mother and Father. Doug shares a poetic reflection on divine design, emphasizing the importance of recognizing the roles of both Heavenly Parents in our lives. In this conversation, Meg, Doug, and Fiona explore the themes of love, compassion, and the divine feminine, particularly focusing on the role of Heavenly Mother in their lives and relationships. They discuss the foundational principles that have allowed their marriage to flourish over 50 years, acknowledging the diverse experiences of others in relationships. The conversation emphasizes the importance of agency, personal growth, and the evolution of understanding within the Church regarding Heavenly Mother, while also recognizing the need for voices to speak out about these experiences.Fiona Phillips is a retired art professor, proud mom of five, and grandma to 13 wonderful grandkids. She is blessed to be married to Douglas, the love of her life! Originally from England, she moved to California with her family when she was just a pre-teen. Her art studio focuses on themes of water, women, nostalgia, and spirituality. One of her standout projects focused on raising awareness of the stigma surrounding mental illness was shown at DSU, Art Access Gallery and the OMA. She created 50 large portraits of adults, teens, and children, many of whom were personally affected by mental health challenges. Fiona's paintings explore themes of faith, our relationship to our Heavenly Parents, and our equality as children of God. Her work has been featured in three International Art Exhibitions by The Church. her paintings and poetry have been published in The Ensign, Liahona, and Exponent II magazines. Most recently Fiona has shown with the Oceanside Museum of Art, the Restore Conference, the Compass Gallery and galleries in California.She's earned numerous “Best of Show” awards and has had solo exhibits in Utah, California, Nevada, and Arizona. She has also earned two master's degrees—an MA in Humanities/Art and an MFA in Visual Art.Dr. Douglas Phillips is a multifaceted individual whose journey blends faith, music, medicine, and a deep connection to his roots. Born and raised in Southern California,Douglas joined the Church of Jesus Christ when he was 18 then embarked on a mission to Spain, an experience that deeply influenced his personal and professional life. Shortly after his return he was married to Fiona, his high school sweetheart.Before pursuing medicine, Dr. Phillips was immersed in the music scene, playing piano and writing songs for a pop music group. This creative outlet honed his discipline and collaborative skills, which would later serve him well in his medical career.He earned his Doctor of Medicine degree from Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine , followed by radiology specialty training at the University of California, San Francisco.Now retired, Dr. Phillips enjoys life in Southern California, where he continues to explore his passions and contribute to his community. His unique blend of experiences offers a rich perspective on the intersections of faith, creativity, and medicine.Douglas and Fiona have served 2 senior missions together, a member/leader service mission in a Spanish Ward in West Valley UT and as the Area Mission Medical Advisor and Assistant serving the 9 mission units in Southern California.https://fionabphillips.com/https://fionabphillips.com/faith/https://www.patreon.com/c/InHerImagePodcast

In this episode of the In Her Image podcast, host Jessica Woodbury and guest Stephanie Reinsch explore the themes of Mother God, personal identity, and the struggles of being a single woman in a family-oriented faith. Stephanie shares her journey of connecting with the divine, her experiences with mental health, and the importance of women's voices in spiritual discussions. The conversation delves into the significance of acknowledging Heavenly Mother, the role of aunties, and the empowerment that comes from understanding one's purpose beyond traditional expectations. Through personal stories and insights, they highlight the need for change within cultural narratives and the celebration of womanhood.

Have you ever felt a longing for a deeper connection to the Divine Feminine? In this illuminating episode, we explore the profound power and peace that comes from intentionally honoring Heavenly Mother through sacred ritual. The host of this episode, Meg Rittmanic, invites you to go on a Journey with her as we delve into practical ways to weave Heavenly Mother's loving presence into your life, transforming your understanding of your own divine potential and your relationship with the Divine. Discover how embracing ritual can open pathways to greater spiritual nourishment, healing, and a more complete understanding of our Heavenly Parents' love for us.

In this episode, Valerie Hamaker discusses the complexities of navigating faith and relationships, particularly in mixed belief marriages. The conversation explores how couples can build understanding and connection amidst differing beliefs, the role of fear in these dynamics, and practical tools for compassionate dialogue. Valerie emphasizes the importance of recognizing underlying feelings, fostering open communication, and creating a values-based family environment. The episode concludes with hopeful examples of couples who have successfully navigated their faith journeys together, highlighting the potential for growth and deeper intimacy and connection through the wrestles.Valerie's courses that were mentioned in the episode:Becoming Values-Based Parents: https://valerie-hamaker-s-school1.teachable.com/p/mixed-faith-parenting-in-the-lds-faithMastering Mixed-Faith Family Life https://valerie-hamaker-s-school1.teachable.com/p/mastering-the-complex-multi-directional-dynamics-of-mixed-faith-family-lifeThe Growth-Oriented Marriage https://valerie-hamaker-s-school1.teachable.com/p/growth-oriented-marriageValerie's podcast, Latter Day Struggles, can be found at: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/latter-day-struggles/id1612326898Instagram: @latterdaystrugglespodcast We hope you'll join us and the In Her Image community at patreon.com/InHerImagePodcast

The Dedication to the Mother in Heaven Study Guide reads:This book is the culmination of a journey spanning four years, three strangers who are now dear friends, and countless hours with Google Docs and chocolate to create three books honoring and celebrating our Mother in Heaven.We are changed.We each arrived at the doctrine of Heavenly Mother's existence at different times and from different angles, but we have been led to the same conclusion:We know She lives. We know She loves all of Her children. We know She is a full partner to our Father in Heaven and works with Him and our brother Jesus Christ to bring to pass the immortality and eternal life of all humankind.This book is dedicated to all seekers of the Divine Feminine, of our Mother.~ Ashli, Trina, and McArthurIn this podcast episode, Meg interviews Ashli, Trina, and McArthur on the impetus for and process of creating this Study Guide. They discuss the concern that has been brought up of whether including Heavenly Mother in our worship detracts from Jesus Christ, how celebrating the doctrine of Heavenly Mother can change our interactions and change the world, and the joy that can come by implementing the cherished knowledge that we have a Mother Goddess.

In this engaging conversation, Meg Rittmanic and Amy Sedgwick explore the themes of Easter, Holy Week, and the significance of feminine symbolism in Christianity from a more feminine lens. They discuss the beauty of spring as a time of renewal and rebirth, as well as the sacredness of liminal spaces and death. The conversation delves into the role of Mary Magdalene, the symbolism of the cross, and the Divine Feminine. Amy shares a beautiful campfire-style story of Holy Week from the perspective of Mary Magdalene. Meg and Amy reflect on personal experiences with Lent and Easter and reflect on the importance of creating meaningful celebrations that connect with spiritual traditions going forward.Amy Sedgwick is a multi-generational Latter-day Saint woman, fertility awareness mentor, massage therapist, yoga teacher, and the creator of the Embracing Sacred Cycles podcast. Amy has spent over two decades navigating her own fertility journey, which led her not only to deep healing but also to a spiritual awakening she calls her “faith expansion.” Through her work, Amy helps women reconnect with their bodies, their cycles, and the Divine, weaving together wisdom from her Mormon roots and sacred feminine traditions around the world. https://podcasts.apple.com/nz/podcast/embracing-sacred-cycles-a-latter-day-fertility-podcast/id1773097600Amons' Adventure: a Family Story for Easterhttps://a.co/d/fdpnfYfChrist Centered Easter by Emily Bell Freemanhttps://a.co/d/5E41VBbhttps://www.etsy.com/market/emily_belle_freeman_easterThis Holy Week, Amy Sedgwick has created a special episode that weaves together what she's learned from studying Holy Week through the lens of high church traditions—like Catholic, Anglican, and Eastern Orthodox practices—and combines it with her own sacred re-story-ation of Holy Week told from the perspective of Miriam of Magdala, or Mary Magdalene.This episode is a deeply reflective offering—rich in feminine symbolism, ancient scripture, apocryphal texts, and expansive Latter-day Saint theology. Amy invites us to see Holy Week not just through the lens of Christ's suffering, but through the eyes of the women who were there—and to reclaim the often-overlooked role of Mary Magdalene in the passion, death, and resurrection of Christ. It's a poetic and reverent journey that brings us closer to the Divine Mother, the Tree of Life, and the sacred union of Heavenly Parents.

Meg Rittmanic and Gwendolyn Wyne discuss the the Matrimonial order being the highest order of God and how we can join our Heavenly Parents in the divine order of partnership. Gwendolyn Stevens Wyne is a former librarian who now writes about women's opportunities and responsibilities in theology and culture. Links to her writings about women's opportunities and responsibilities in theology and culture, as well as butterfly conservation efforts, are found at https://gwendolynwyne.com/She also makes youtube content that address polygamyhttps://www.youtube.com/@gwendolynwyne

Melonie Cannon, our guest from the previous episode (162. Mother's Melodies of Embodiment with Melonie Cannon) shares a special meditation. Enjoy!

In this episode, Jessica Woodbury engages in a profound conversation with Melonie Cannon about the Divine Feminine and the importance of connecting with Her. They explore Melonie's personal journey, the tools she uses to connect with the divine, and the significance of creativity and community in spiritual practices. The discussion highlights the role of meditation and drumming in spirituality, the importance of trusting divine guidance, and the need for women to embrace their power and creativity in daily life. Melanie shares her experiences with Heavenly Mother, bees, and singing, and emphasizes the importance of honoring the divine feminine within us all.Melonie is on Instagram as @_melonie.cannon_And facebook:  http://www.facebook.com/moonstonedrumsTools to embody the Divine Feminine: https://sarahbowdenart.com/embracing-goddess-energy/More on Melissae Bee Priestesses: https://lovethehoneybees.blogspot.com/2009/10/bee-priestess-in-ancient-and-modern.htmlhttps://feminismandreligion.com/2024/01/05/meeting-the-melissae-the-ancient-greek-bee-priestesses-of-demeter-by-elizabeth-ashley-book-review-by-carolyn-lee-boyd/https://threehundredandsixtysix.wordpress.com/2013/05/03/the-melissae-in-greek-myth-and-legend/When the Drummers Were Women by Layne Redmond:https://www.echopointbooks.com/religion-spirituality/when-the-drummers-were-womenhttps://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/when-the-drummers-were-women-layne-redmond/1111604777The Lost Gospel by Simcha Jacobovici: https://www.thriftbooks.com/w/the-lost-gospel-decoding-the-ancient-text-that-reveals-jesus-marriage-to-mary-the-magdalene/

In this episode of the In Her Image podcast, host Jessica Woodbury and guest Maxine Hanks explore the historical and theological roles of women in the LDS faith, emphasizing their spiritual authority and contributions to the church's origins. They discuss the significance of the Relief Society, Emma Smith and the concept of the Elect Lady, and the restoration of female authority within the church. Maxine's research and insights beg the question, has the Relief Society fully been restored? Is the largest women's organization in the world fulfilling its intended purpose? Are there pieces from our very inception as a society that hold clues, or shall we say, keys, to our potential and partnership with the male priesthood order of the church that could cause seismic shifts? This groundbreaking conversation highlights the importance of deep listening, safe spaces, and the ongoing journey towards equality and recognition of women's power and equality in spirituality and leadership.

In this episode of the In Her Image podcast, host Jess Burdette speaks with Ann Pimentel and MacArthur Krishna about their new book, Changemakers: Women Who Boldly Built Zion. They explore the importance of women's voices in the church, the challenges and triumphs of being a changemaker, and the significance of collaboration and diversity in effecting change. The conversation emphasizes the need for personal revelation, grace, and the power of community in the journey of making a difference.Get the new book here: https://bookshop.org/p/books/changemakers-women-who-boldly-built-zion/Or here: https://www.benchmarkbooks.com/pages/books/39667/mcarthur-krishna-anne-pimentel/changemakers-women-who-boldly-built-zionFollow the show on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/inherimagepodcastFollow Anne Pimentel: https://www.instagram.com/meetinghousemosaichttps://www.instagram.com/the.vision.beautifulFollow McArthur Krishna: https://www.instagram.com/mcarthurkrishna_createshttps://www.instagram.com/heavenlymothermattersJoin us on Patreon for more content and community! https://www.patreon.com/c/InHerImagePodcast

In this episode of the In Her Image podcast, host Jessica Woodbury welcomes back Rebecca Young to discuss her journey of connecting with Heavenly Mother. They explore themes of grief, community, and the transformative power of the divine feminine. Rebecca shares her personal experiences, including pivotal moments that deepened her understanding of Heavenly Mother, the impact of loss on her spiritual journey, and the importance of creating supportive spaces for women. The conversation highlights the significance of prayer, nature, and intuition in fostering a deeper connection with the divine, as well as the challenges of navigating patriarchal structures within religious institutions. Ultimately, Rebecca emphasizes the joy and growth that can arise from embracing both sorrow and beauty in life.Keywords:Heavenly Mother, Divine Feminine, Spiritual Journey, Community, Grief, Connection, Prayer, Nature, Women Empowerment, Personal Growth

In this episode of the In Her Image podcast, Jess Burdette, Jessica Woodbury, and Meg Rittmanic come together to discuss their personal journeys, the importance of community, and the launch of their Patreon. They share their experiences with the podcast, the significance of celebrating the divine feminine, and the various ways listeners can engage with the show. The conversation emphasizes the value of connection, support, and the collective journey of understanding Heavenly Mother.Join us on Patreon: patreon.com/InHerImagePodcastMake a One-Time Donation to the Show: https://venmo.com/u/JessBurdette(Include that it's for the podcast in the notes!)KeywordsIn Her Image, Heavenly Mother, podcast, community, Patreon, divine feminine, motherhood, women empowerment, spirituality, personal journeys

In this episode of the In Her Image podcast, host Jessica Woodbury and guest Valerie Hamaker explore the complexities of a faith journey, particularly in relation to the awakening to the Divine Feminine. They discuss the emotional landscape that accompanies this journey, including feelings of isolation, confusion, and empowerment. Valerie shares her insights on the impact of patriarchy on spiritual understanding and the importance of community support in navigating these transitions. The conversation emphasizes the need for self-discovery, differentiation, and the healing power of embracing the feminine divine.

In this episode of the In Her Image podcast, Dr. Christina Cleveland discusses her journey towards understanding the Divine Feminine through the lens of the Black Madonna. She explores the intersections of race, gender, and spirituality, emphasizing the importance of recognizing the sacredness in all individuals, particularly in marginalized communities. The conversation delves into the challenges of confronting white supremacy and patriarchy within religious spaces, the transformative power of embracing a Black female deity, and the vital role of allyship in fostering justice and healing. Dr. Cleveland's insights encourage listeners to reflect on their own beliefs and actions, ultimately advocating for a more inclusive and compassionate understanding of the divine.Dr. Cleveland's BioChristena Cleveland, Ph.D. is a social psychologist, public theologian, author, and activist. A weaver of Black liberation and the Divine Feminine, Dr. Cleveland embraces the archetype of the Black Madonna as she guides people of all races and genders into freedom, wholeness, and embodied justice. Her latest book is God Is a Black Woman which details her 400-mile walking pilgrimage across central France in search of ancient Black Madonna statues, and examines the relationship among race, gender, and cultural perceptions of the Divine. In addition to nurturing a virtual, global Black Madonna community, Christena is currently working on her fourth full-length book in which she is exploring the miraculous, liberating, and zany ways that the Black Madonna has protected, empowered, and nourished people around the globe and throughout history. An award-winning researcher and former professor at Duke University's Divinity School, Christena lives in Minneapolis, Minnesota. You can discover more about the Black Madonna and Christena at www.christenacleveland.comKeywordsBlack Madonna, Divine Feminine, racial justice, spirituality, allyship, sacredness, intersectionality, healing, patriarchy, community

SummaryIn this episode of the In Her Image podcast, host Jessica Woodbury speaks with Emilie Call, co-host of the That's Church podcast. They discuss Emilie's journey in interfaith dialogue, the importance of the divine feminine, and her personal spiritual experiences. Emilie shares insights on empowerment, community, and the significance of acknowledging one's strengths. The conversation also highlights an upcoming event focused on women's empowerment and the divine feminine, featuring various speakers and opportunities for connection.LinksThat's Church! Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/thats-church/id1711856369That's Church! Experience Divine Feminine & Women Empowerment Event. Tinyurl.com/empower2025Code for $10 off: 10EMPOWERInstagram: @thatschurchpodcastEmail: Thatschurchpod@gmail.comKeywordsDivine Feminine, Women Empowerment, Interfaith Dialogue, Spirituality, Personal Growth, Community, Podcast, Emily Call, That's Church, Heavenly Mother

Join Meg Rittmanic as she explores female milestones and a new unique way to celebrate and acknowledge them through a Mala Necklace. Each bead of the divine feminine path mala represents an important milestone or passage in the life as a woman and daughter of God. This mala represents a Christ Centered feminine path that your life may follow. It includes archetypal examples that you may pattern your life after. This mala necklace may act as a type of initiation into the mysteries of God and can help one understand the ordinances, anointings and covenantal endowments one may receive in this life. The idea of initiation into the mysteries of God is an ancient concept that has always been taught through myth and represented through passages. I have tried to include these concepts that are both ancient and modern. When certain stories or characters are mentioned I recommend studying those things in addition to this guide. Each bead is a natural stone from mother earth; and has been chosen to represent and aid in these life events or help you to develop the archetypal characteristics described. These stones have a special metaphorical capacity to assist you on your path and they are a gift from Mother earth. Just like in the bible the priest used stones in ceremonial garments and to represent milestones of the people; these beads represent the past, present, and future. You may use this mala as a map of where you have been and where you are going, but not every milestone or attribute may be obtained in the order presented here.Join our new Patreon here! patreon.com/InHerImagePodcastFor... the insider scoop on events, meet-ups, and retreats, bonus audio and video content and behind-the-scenes insights, Q&A sessions and quarterly book club, and access to exclusive Marco Polo or Facebook group chat with the podcast hosts and other avid listeners.

In this episode of In Her Image, we continue our inspiring conversation with Maxine. We dive deeper into her personal journey, the challenges she has faced, and the wisdom she has gained along the way. Maxine shares powerful insights on faith, resilience, and the importance of embracing one's divine identity. She shares her research from a paper she presented in 2020 on the influence of women on Joseph Smith's early spiritual journey and Heavenly Mother in the early church. Maxine's paper, including these fascinating stories and facts from history, has yet to be published. We are privileged to hear them from her here! Together, we explore themes of self-discovery, personal revelation, and how women can find strength in their spiritual paths. Maxine discusses the interplay between LDS feminism, gender and sexuality, and how/who should define the Divine Feminine in the restored church. She opens up about pivotal moments in her life that shaped her perspective and how she has learned to trust in the Divine.

In this episode of In Her Image, we are honored to host Maxine Hanks, a renowned historian and theologian whose work focuses on women, gender, and the sacred feminine in Mormon and Christian traditions. Maxine shares her fascinating journey, including her excommunication as one of the September Six in 1993, her 15 years of ministry and interfaith chaplaincy, and her return to The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in 2012. We discuss the impact of her groundbreaking book, Women and Authority: Re-emerging Mormon Feminism, first published in 1992. Maxine reflects on her mission to recover the feminist history and theology of the Latter-day Saint tradition, creating a vital resource for those seeking to explore women's roles in the Restoration. She also announces the upcoming reprint of the book in 2025, providing greater access to this transformative work. Maxine's insight into the importance of formal, informal, and personal authority offers a roadmap for integrating women's history and theology more fully into the church today. Maxine shares her perspective on collective vs. personal revelation, and what to do when personal revelation differs from general revelation. She emphasizes maintaining personal convictions while building bridges in love and compassion.

In this episode, Jess reads "Nephi and His Asherah" by Daniel C. Peterson. Abstract Asherah was the chief goddess of the Canaanites. She was El's wife and the mother and wet nurse of the other gods. At least some Israelites worshipped her over a period from the conquest of Canaan in the second millennium before Christ to the fall of Jerusalem in 586 BC (the time of Lehi's departure with his family). Asherah was associated with trees—sacred trees. The rabbinic authors of the Jewish Mishna (second–third century ad) explain the asherah as a tree that was worshipped. In 1 Nephi 11, Nephi considers the meaning of the tree of life as he sees it in vision. In answer, he receives a vision of “a virgin, . . . the mother of the Son of God, after the manner of the flesh.” The answer to his question about the meaning of the tree lies in the virgin mother with her child. The virgin is the tree in some sense and Nephi accepted this as an answer to his question. As an Israelite living at the end of the seventh century and during the early sixth century before Christ, he recognized an answer to his question about a marvelous tree in the otherwise unexplained image of a virginal mother and her divine child—not that what he saw and how he interpreted those things were perfectly obvious. What he “read” from the symbolic vision was culturally colored. Nephi's vision reflects a meaning of the “sacred tree” that is unique to the ancient Near East. Asherah is also associated with biblical wisdom literature. Wisdom, a female, appears as the wife of God and represents life. Peterson, Daniel C. (2000) "Nephi and His Asherah," Journal of Book of Mormon Studies: Vol. 9: No. 2, Article 4.Available at: https://scholarsarchive.byu.edu/jbms/vol9/iss2/4

Emily Carolynn Baker rejoins us on the podcast to share about an upcoming social media "flash mob" and exciting Divine Feminine Summit! To participate in the social media sharing, called a "thunderclap", post a photo of your hand with the words "Divine Feminine Matters" written on it at 11:11 MST on your social media platform of choice. Caption the post, "The Divine Feminine Matters because ______" and fill in the blank! So many have been on a journey seeking Heavenly Mother/the Feminine Divine for months or years, and this is an opportunity to share why that matters to you. We matter, She matters, and it's time to be brave and share why! Emily also announces a Divine Feminine Summit happening Jan 31 and Feb 1, 2025 with presenters such as Dr. Julie Hanks and Dr. Jennifer Finlayson-Fife. You won't want to miss it! We hope you enjoy this episode and watching the flood of social media posts on Friday. You are not alone! Links: THUNDERCLAP INFORMATION: https://www.instagram.com/p/DEyucGwOrZ7/?igsh=Zm9pMndsaW9nMzBh Anonymous post form submission: https://forms.gle/KSNqywAV168hTCeh7 Thunder clap reminders via text and email: https://calendly.com/thespiritualcollab/divine-feminine-thunderclap-reminders Tickets for online summit: https://divinefeminine.live/ Instagram account: @thespiritualcollab Co-Organizers of Event: @that.lds.energy.gal @latterdayawakening and @enochsears Send requests to collaborate to thespiritualcollab@gmail.com or hello@divinefeminine.live

Julie Dean Richards is a Wife, Mother-of-three, doula, herbalist, astrologer, numerologist, attorney, and the Co-Founder of Feminine Alychemst: School of the Deep Feminine. She is also the co-host of the podcast "Feminine Alchemy". Before completing her doctorate degree in law,  Julie worked in research for 7 years.  She consulted high-touch clients such as Harvard, Yale, Standford, and Google on creating and completing peer reviewed and other research projects. She has lived in 3 countries and speaks 5 languages. Julie has always been deeply spiritual; a follower of Christ and interested in the divine feminine, the quantum field, spirituality, and esoteric topics. She is an advocate for bodily autonomy including home and free birth. Julie balances logic and wisdom by combining nature's rhythms, modern astrology, science, and law to help her clients realize their greatest potential.  Links:Julie's Astrological and Quantum brand Lyla Sage: https://lylasage.co/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lylasageofthestars/Zodiacal Releasing Course: https://courses.lylasage.co/products/courses/view/1172570Julie's Legal Work: https://crunchylegallady.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/crunchy.legal.lady/Free Bodily Autonomy Guide: https://www.subscribepage.io/z5k0ShFree Exemption Guide: https://www.subscribepage.io/cZpQZ3

In this special pre-Christmas episode, host Jessica Woodbury welcomes artist Brittany Nguyen to discuss her spiritual journey and artistic exploration of Heavenly Mother. Brittany shares the inspiration behind her breathtaking painting Entrusted, which depicts Mary, Baby Jesus, and a divine, loving Heavenly Mother blessing them. The conversation delves into Brittany's personal experiences as a mother, her awakening to Heavenly Mother, and how she channels her faith and creativity into her art. Brittany also introduces her children's coloring book about Heavenly Parents and reflects on how her relationship with Heavenly Mother has influenced her as a woman, mother, and artist. This heartfelt discussion invites listeners to celebrate the season with a renewed perspective on divine love and family. Connect with Brittany Nguyen: https://www.instagram.com/brittanynguyenart Etsy shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/BrittanyNguyenArt Purchase Brittany's coloring book on Amazon: https://a.co/d/9hErM2b. Follow In Her Image: Patreon: https://patreon.com/InHerImagePodcast Instagram: www.instagram.com/inherimagepodcast --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/inherimage/support

In today's episode we will be addressing feminism, violence against women and embracing our unique gifts as women with the ability to understand our power as a priestess, officiating as apprentices to our heavenly mother. It may seem random, but we're going to tie together as we talk about what it takes to become a Zion type community. Today I'm interviewing Dr. Valerie Hudson a major thought leader when it comes to priestisthood and embracing the theology of heavenly mother, dr. Hudson has published several articles under the pen name of VH Kessler in regards to these ideas on square 2. In our next episode will be doing a reading of some of these articles. Her spiritual work is a passion project that runs alongside her academic work where Dr. Valerie Hudson is a Distinguished scholar and expert on international security and foreign policy, she specializes in analysis of the relationship between gender and security, Dr. Hudson has developed a nation-by-nation database, called the WomanStats Database, containing empirical work linking the security of women to the security of states that is used by the US Senate Foreign Relations Committee, the United Nations, and International Security. she has been named the top 100 most Influential Global Thinkers by foreign policy. Her findings have been widely published. She has also authored several books on the Security Implications of how Sex Shapes Governance and National Security world wide. Dr. Hudson sees her esteemed academic work and her spiritual journey playing hand and hand as she understands intimately violence against women and what she calls the curse of nations and how and what we must do to overcome the historical predicament of violence against women and the potential consequences if we do not overcome this horrific situation. In this podcast, we cover some amazing ground, there are definitely adult themes that are difficult to grapple with and may be inappropriate for little ears. We cover violence against women that could potentially be triggering if you have been exposed to these horrors. We encourage you to honor wherever you're at on these issues. If you feel like you need to skip our discussion about violence against women, you could skip to minute 45 where we will be focused on the helpful tools for embracing our full potential as women. With that said let's go ahead and jump right into my interview with Dr. Valerie Hudson. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/inherimage/support

In this short episode, Jessica Woodbury records a few additional thoughts about the topic of Joseph Smith and his possible involvement in the practice of polygamy referred to in episode 145. She emphasizes taking the time to listen to women's stories and becoming thoughtful consumers of our sources of historical information. She also shares how this discussion around Joseph's polygamy can often be triggering for women when it feels like individuals may be following societal patterns of undermining the belief in women's stories for the sake of the protection of an influential man. She shares a few resources that can help individuals seek out the stories and words of women involved, including the books In Sacred Loneliness, by Todd Compton (https://a.co/d/1hln4BX) and In Sacred Loneliness: The Documents (https://a.co/d/5ItoGZa), also by Todd Compton.  --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/inherimage/support

Have you ever asked yourself, 'is there more than one Heavenly Mother? Will we practice eternal polygamy?' The scriptures actually directly answer these questions. Join Meg Rittmanic in a conversation with Jocelyn Pedersen as they address this topic and how this corruption is hurting us and Heavenly Mother.  Jocelyn Pedersen  is a mother and grandmother currently residing in Utah with her husband and two of her children.  She uses social media and the non profits she has helped to establish in the US to educate patients, the public, and medical providers about the risks of psychiatric drugs and how to safely taper off of them.  Along with this, Jocelyn followed the call in 2020 to begin a second platform, The Teachings of Jesus Christ blog and channel, where she has evolved from sharing brief non denominational messages on healing and coming unto Christ, to more deep doctrinal dives covering a range of topics from Isaiah, to the Divine Feminine, and The Second Coming of Jesus Christ.  When Jocelyn isn't busy homeschooling her son, writing her new book,  All things In One: Courageously Claiming Our Divine Destiny In Zion, or feeding the chickens,  you can usually find her forcing her family to watch old black-and-white movies with her, or rocking out to big band music. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/inherimage/support

Join Meg Rittmanic in an engaging conversation with Dave Butler and Jocelyn Henderson Pederson as we discuss the parable of the vineyard and how this story gives us the tools to restoring truth about the divine feminine and also warns us about corruption. How has the Divine Feminine been corrupted throughout history and how can we avoid repeating historical mistakes. How do we move forward in the great restoration of truth around Heavenly Mother. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/inherimage/support

Hold on for the continuation of last weeks conversation with David Butler about Temple literature and the Divine Feminine being the center of Temple literature. Last week we talked about so many beautiful things and we're just going to continue that conversation now. One of the most important things that you will learn from this conversation is when it comes to the most sacred things, they're often coded in the text that are hard to identify, Until you understand the language, and then when you understand the language. You'll have eyes to see and ears to hear. You're going to get more keys to unlock the doors of understanding today as you listen. I hope you can enjoy it as much as I did. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/inherimage/support

Where is Heavenly Mother in the Temple, or where should we find Her in the Temple? Join me and David Butler as we break into temple literature and how understanding hebrew can give you keys to understanding more about the Divine Feminine. Dave takes the position that the Book of Mormon is an ancient document and also that the Book of Mormon is a work of temple literature. The Nephite prophets were members of an esoteric lineage that wrote for an audience that they expected to possess eyes to see and ears to hear, and the intended way to understand the meaning of their writings is to read through the lens of our own temple experience. He embodied his early thoughts in this vein in a pair of short books, Plain and Precious Things and The Goodness and the Mysteries, both self-published under the pen name D. John Butler. More recently, he published In the Language of Adam. https://a.co/d/fF7Fc8a https://a.co/d/fF7Fc8a https://a.co/d/491VwfE --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/inherimage/support

This episode captures a deep, heartfelt conversation between Jessica Woodbury, the host of In Her Image, and guest Christy Spencer. They discuss Christy's spiritual journey, particularly her connection with Heavenly Mother, her humanitarian work, and personal experiences that shaped her view of divinity. The conversation explores themes of healing, faith, and redefining one's relationship with God through a feminine divine perspective. Key highlights include: Christy's Background and Work: Christy shares her decade-long humanitarian career with LDS humanitarian services, where she led impactful initiatives, especially around menstrual health in countries all around the world. Her work was deeply fulfilling, often directed by what she felt was divine guidance, and shaped her understanding of service as a sacred duty. Heavenly Mother: Christy recounts her complex relationship with the concept of "mother" due to personal loss and challenges in her upbringing. She felt a yearning to understand and connect with the feminine aspect of divinity, which deepened as she became a mother herself. She describes instances where she felt Heavenly Mother's presence in her life, adding depth to her faith. Personal Experiences and Faith: Christy describes her journey of healing and empowerment through moments of profound personal revelation, such as a dream about a pad design during her humanitarian work. She believes that God's guidance often came in feminine tones and through nature, which she considers Heavenly Mother's house. Doctrine of Heavenly Parents: They discuss how understanding God as both a Heavenly Father and Heavenly Mother has reshaped Christy's perspective. She emphasizes the importance of unity and balance between masculine and feminine divine attributes and advocates for language inclusivity in church settings, believing that recognizing Heavenly Mother expands believers' perceptions of divinity. Analogies and Spiritual Insights: Christy uses the metaphor of God as a prism to describe her view of God, representing a spectrum of light and color that goes beyond human comprehension. This metaphor reflects her belief that God encompasses vast diversity and complexity, much like a prism reveals the colors within white light. This discussion touches on themes of community, unity, and the personal journey of faith, particularly for women within the Latter-day Saint tradition. Christy's stories and insights offer a vision of spirituality enriched by a more inclusive view of the divine. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/inherimage/support

In this enlightening episode of In Her Image, host Jessica Woodbury dives into a profound conversation with Bethany Brady Spalding and McArthur Krishna about the role of Heavenly Mother in Latter-day Saint theology and the deep, often overlooked, impact of acknowledging Her in doctrine and personal worship. They discuss the disconnect between church teachings and member practices, and how integrating a more holistic view of Heavenly Parents can transform personal spirituality and church culture. With inspiring personal stories, Bethany and MacArthur share their experiences of bringing Heavenly Mother into daily life and teaching. They explore how recognizing Her role affirms the divine potential of women, fosters equal partnership in marriage, and supports a nurturing model of spiritual sovereignty. This episode invites listeners to rediscover and cherish the expansive nature of the Divine Feminine and consider the ways it can bring balance, healing, and joy to their faith journeys. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/inherimage/support

Josie Grover, a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, shares her journey of discovering Heavenly Mother and her evolving spirituality. Initially struggling with the doctrine of polygamy, Josie found solace in the hymn "Oh, My Father," which led her to a deeper connection with Heavenly Mother. Her experiences, including a challenging bishopric and the Women's Relief Alliance, highlighted the need for women's empowerment and representation. Josie emphasizes the importance of women finding their divine potential and advocates for greater female presence in church leadership. She finds joy in her spiritual growth and the support of her community. Venmo for one-time donations: @Jess.Burdette --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/inherimage/support

Marianne Paventy shares how the In Her Image podcast helped inspire her recently published book of poems titled Walk in Wisdom's Paths. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/inherimage/support

In this episode, Jessica Woodbury interviews poet Marianne Paventy about her profound spiritual journey toward a deeper understanding of Heavenly Mother. Marianne shares how her relationship with the Divine Feminine has evolved over time, describing pivotal moments that led her to seek a closer connection with Heavenly Mother. She discusses the inspiration behind her newly published poetry collection, offering listeners an intimate look at the creative process and the spiritual insights she gained along the way. Together, they dive into some of Marianne's most cherished poems, such as “The Ascent” and “The Throne of God is a Loveseat,” reflecting on the personal experiences and scriptural influences that shaped her work. Join us for this heartfelt conversation on the power of poetry, faith, and the Divine Feminine.Marianne's book "Walk in Wisdom's Paths" can be purchased here: https://olympiapublishers.com/books/walk-in-wisdoms-pathsTickets to the Oct 19 event in Eagle, ID: https://walking-with-wisdom.eventcube.io/Mandy Green's online classes: https://projectillumination.thinkific.com/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/inherimage/support

In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Susan Madsen to discuss the role of women in leadership within The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and how recognizing Heavenly Mother could transform the Church's culture and leadership structures. Susan shares her insights on gender equality in religious and community contexts, offering practical suggestions for how integrating the divine feminine into worship and doctrine could empower both women and men. Join us for a thought-provoking conversation about the future of leadership in the LDS Church. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/inherimage/support

Join Meg Rittmanic in this expansive interview with Meghan Farner about the Divinely Feminine role in covenants and ordinances. Sign up for notifications for Meghan's book “Consider Yourself As Eve: A Guide to Spiritual Development for Women (and the Men Who Love Them)” to be published November 2024: https://share.hsforms.com/1XDjgKqfITm2OpCLDKvrLpQe860f Meg's favorite episodes of Latter-day Disciples podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-93-mothers-feminism-and-priestesshood-with/id1598827209?i=1000632454519 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-127-the-law-of-the-gospel-a-new-view/id1598827209?i=1000660937877 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-83-ancient-egypt-and-seeking-truth-with-jared-rubalcaba/id1598827209?i=1000624538616 Shadow work podcast links: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-her-image-finding-heavenly-mother-in-scripture-scholarship/id1566494543?i=1000659941361 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-her-image-finding-heavenly-mother-in-scripture-scholarship/id1566494543?i=1000642368934 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/inherimage/support

Meg Rittmanic shares her plans for her contribution to the podcast for this season. At minute 13 Meg shares a talk she gave in her ward about Heavenly Mother on mothers day. This talk is a great place to start to connect the dots around Heavenly Mothers story in scripture. Join Meg in a journey to come to understand Her attributes, Her healing love, Her mission, and how exciting it is to help in restoring truths about Her! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/inherimage/support

We are so grateful to Aspen Moore, Rebecca Young, and Carol Robins for providing an inclusive version of the Book of Mormon. Here are some resources they shared during the interview and their Instagram information: Heavenly Parents: An Inclusive Book of Mormon ReadingThe easiest way to read it is on your phone through the Medium app or on your computer @ Medium.comThose interested can download the Medium app on their phones which has a black background with a white capital M and 1/2 of a lowercase e.They can also create a free account (scroll down to the bottom of the registration page to find the free option) and follow Heavenly Parents Project which houses Heavenly Parents: An Inclusive Book of Mormon ReadingAdditionally, here are a couple links to resources that have more information about Heavenly Mother from the LDS Church that we used during our discussion.A Mother There - BYU Studies ArticleA Mother in Heaven - Gospel Topics EssayThe Heavenly Parents Book of Mormon instagram page is @heavenly.parents.bomRebecca's instagram page is @our.heavenly.parentsAspen's instagram page is @seeking.her.wisdom --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/inherimage/support

“For me, I learned about the existence of Heavenly Mother at a relatively young age through experiencing the death of my older brother, Landon. This was a pivotal moment in my life and I actually didn't even know that I was seeking Her out. But ever since then, I've known I have not only a Heavenly Father, but a Heavenly Mother too. That conviction has stayed firm ever since.” - Regan Stewart --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/inherimage/support

Jen Alvi joins Jessica Woodbury to share how the Restore conference in 2022 by Faith Matters inspired her to create artwork depicting Heavenly Mother. Through the guidance of her friends, she created 9 pieces that have moved viewers into a more personal space with the Divine Mother. These unique pieces combine Jen's mastery of photography, digital art, and hand-painted embellishments Her art will be displayed at this year's Restore conference held September 5th-7th in Sandy Utah. Jen's website: https://www.jenalvi.com/fine-art1Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jenalviartMaking-Of Videos:"Mother of All" - https://vimeo.com/830689587"She Is" - https://vimeo.com/838063344"Aware of Every Tear" - https://vimeo.com/830694456"The Passing" - https://vimeo.com/830693469"Comforting Christ" - https://vimeo.com/815774983"I Am Here" - https://vimeo.com/993122480"Welcome Home" - https://vimeo.com/993131406"Our Glorious Purpose" - https://vimeo.com/993140168"Hear Her" - https://vimeo.com/993134475 Info and tickets for the Restore 2024: https://faithmatters.org/restore-2024/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/inherimage/support

Is change possible inside of the organization of the church? If so how? Luann and Meg talk about what it will take for change to happen; and the part that woman can play in the future of the church.  Hint the solution to the problem was actually prophesied by Isiah, Luke and modern day prophets. Listen to the end to hear what they say, it might just surprise you.  --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/inherimage/support

What do Isaiah and Instagram have in common? This week we're bringing you a conversation about a prophecy Isaiah gave about our times, on a subject that has hit home for many a woman over the last two months: the role of women in the Church. A large survey recently released showed a societal shift with regard to women leaving religion at significantly higher rates than men. Did Isaiah prophesy of this happening? We address the pains that women are feeling inside religion. We unpack the roadmap Isaiah laid out to help us change the system that is no longer serving our spirituality as women. Following this road map will fulfill an even greater prophecy; a gathering of women in their spiritual power that will bring joy to all humanity. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/inherimage/support

Tara Williams shares her experience of coming to really KNOW Heavenly Father, Heavenly Mother, and the Savior. She explains that anything divine requires emptying ourselves of any distortion and pain that may get in the way of those relationships. Tara's greatest desire is to be one with Them, and to be changed by Them and do good in this world. But, for her take the next steps in her spiritual maturation she had to face her shadow. Tara and Meg discuss the importance of this spiritual shadow work and its connection to the divinely feminine path. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/inherimage/support

Join Jessica Woodbury in this conversation with Crystal Haitsma, a parenting and intuition coach whose discovery of the Divine Feminine unlocked a whole new level of connection not only with her kids, but also with herself. Dive into the possibilities of knowing our Heavenly Parents more fully as we come to release shame and know and love OURSELVES more fully. Connection, intuition, radical self-love; the things we want for our own children/loved ones are the exact things our Mother Goddess surely wants for us. Find Crystal at her website: www.coachcrystal.ca  Podcast: www.coachcrystal.ca/blog  Instagram: www.instagram.com/the_intuitivecoach  Re-parenting retreats: www.coachcrystal.ca/the-retreat (With one coming this fall!) --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/inherimage/support

In this episode, Jessica Woodbury interviews Anne Pimentel, one of the founding members of Meetinghouse Mosaic, the woman behind the Instagram account The Vision Beautiful, and upcoming author of a book centering stories of women co-authored by McArthur Krishna. Anne shares her story of how she came to know The Mother, how her husband became an ally for her, and how she uses her voice now to bring others to their Mother God. Here is the article discussed in the episode by Anne's husband Roger on 100 References to Heavenly Mother in General Conference: https://www.rogerpimentel.com/p/100-heavenly-mother-general-conference And another article written by Roger on how he came to understand the importance of seeking Heavenly Mother: https://www.rogerpimentel.com/p/beloved-son-of-a-heavenly-mother --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/inherimage/support

Laura Cope joins Jessica to share her greater awakening to the knowledge of her Heavenly Mother, and how this has filled her with overwhelming joy that she can't be silent about. She describes feeling prompted to create a gathering to share and celebrate this knowledge, and about the process and experience of planning and executing an independent fireside that hundreds of individuals attended in Alpine, Utah a few weeks ago. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/inherimage/support

Continuing the conversation from the last episode #123, Jessica Woodbury interviews artists turned curators and art exhibition co-founders Laura Erekson and Nicole Woodbury. They have been putting on the Certain Women Art show in Utah for the past 5 years. In today's half of the conversation, Laura and Nicole share how they came to the themes for the more recent Certain Women installment. They discuss their own pieces from the current show and share their journeys with coming to know Heavenly Mother for themselves. Each of their powerful witnesses of Her comes through their artwork and their words here in this podcast. The current Certain Women exhibition can be seen until June 7th at the JKR gallery in Provo, Utah. The theme is "The Measure of Her Creation". The artwork from the 2021 exhibit "Reflections on a Mother in Heaven" has been published in this beautiful book: https://a.co/d/5qNRBsC --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/inherimage/support

Art can be such a powerful tool in sharing important messages and teaching in a deeper, more powerful way. In this episode, Jessica Woodbury interviews artists turned curators and art exhibition co-founders Laura Erickson and Nicole Woodbury. They have been putting on the Certain Women Art show in Utah for the past 5 years. They share how they came to choose the 2021 theme, Reflections on a Mother in Heaven and what that particular show was like. All of the art from the 2021 exhibit has been published in this beautiful book: https://a.co/d/5qNRBsC --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/inherimage/support

Amanda Lynn Blair joins Jessica Woodbury to discuss how the divine feminine has helped her rethink embodiment, sexuality, the connection between the sacred and profane and the concept of partnership as opposed to patriarchy.  --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/inherimage/support

The sacrament meeting talk you wish you heard today: another Mother's Day talk about Heavenly Mother! Jessica Woodbury interviews Lauren Robinson about her talk and two poems she's written with the Divine Feminine in mind. Happy Heavenly Mother's Day! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/inherimage/support