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Random Thought…. How Young Is Too Young?  In this episode, Yonni & Terryl discuss age disparity in the Shannon Sharpe scandal.  Plus Shedeur Sanders is in Cleveland with a new number and the same mission… to be legendary! And, can we finally end this 100 men vs a gorilla debate? Ever been somewhere and overheard two guys having a crazy conversation over random topics? Well we are those guys and we have been having these conversations since college. Do we agree on everything? Hell no, but we have fun anyway. We talk about sports, politics, pop culture, and other bs. Pour yourself a drink and listen in.  Join the Club and be one of the REGULARS! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCljhSX1EGGfI5rVAqPyaAPw/join Get Your Merch: RGRTPod.myshopify.com 00:00 Intro 01:00 How Young Is Too Young? 14:07 Shedeur Sanders 26:35 100 Men vs 1 Gorilla Subscribe and Follow on Social media: https://www.facebook.com/RGRTPod https://www.instagram.com/theRGRTPod #shannonsharpe #shedeursanders #clevelandbrowns #tombrady #100menvsgorilla

This week, we're excited to share a special live episode recorded at the Compass Gallery in Provo, as part of our Big Questions series with Terryl Givens. Each month, Terryl is joined by a guest for a conversation about some of our biggest theological and historical questions.In this episode, he's joined by scholar and teacher Jared Halverson. Together, Terryl and Jared explore the question: can doubt be a spiritual gift? They consider how doubt might play a meaningful role in our spiritual development, and ask whether we can reclaim faith as something relational, built on loyalty, trust, and love —  rather than a list of things we intellectually agree to.One of the most powerful ideas that emerges is that faith and doubt aren't opposites — in fact, they may need to coexist. It's often in the tension between the two that deeper discipleship takes root. Terryl and Jared also explore how the Restoration, at its core, invites us into a life of ongoing seeking and expanding, not one of perfect certainty.So if you've ever felt some fear, guilt, or shame around your questions — or worried that doubt means you're falling behind, out of reach, or off the path, this conversation is for you. We hope it offers a hopeful reframe: that the wrestle is sacred, that you're in good company, and that sometimes, this is exactly what spiritual growth looks like.And with that, here's Terryl Givens and Jared Halverson.

He was the center of many conversations and a lot of controversy of Married At First Sight's Season 18.  Yonni & Terryl sit down with David Trimble to discuss his living arrangements, what went wrong at the altar and life after the cameras go away. Ever been somewhere and overheard two guys having a crazy conversation over random topics? Well we are those guys and we have been having these conversations since college. Do we agree on everything? Hell no, but we have fun anyway. We talk about sports, politics, pop culture, and other bs. Pour yourself a drink and listen in.  Join the Club and be one of the REGULARS! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCljhSX1EGGfI5rVAqPyaAPw/join Get Your Merch: RGRTPod.myshopify.com Subscribe and Follow on Social media: https://www.facebook.com/RGRTPod https://www.instagram.com/theRGRTPod #MarriedAtFirstSight #MAFS #Season18 #Chicago #David #Madison #Michelle #Ikechi #Camille #Thomas

Twelve hours in evacuation traffic. Uncertain of what would be waiting for him back home. And yet, Terryl Humphrey still showed up. "Excuses are the tools of incompetence," Felicia says—a phrase that shaped how she approached this conversation. But what does it really take to keep moving forward when everything is stacked against you? Terryl, a Marine Corps veteran turned media entrepreneur, shares how he built one of the most consistent podcast platforms, producing over 893 episodes and growing his brand from $0 to $100K in 90 days. But his journey started long before that—with a single video during the pandemic, a realization that visibility is everything, and a commitment to amplifying voices that deserve to be heard. In this episode, he breaks down: The reality of obscurity: Why so many businesses and entrepreneurs struggle to get seen, and how to make sure your message reaches the right people. What most people get wrong about storytelling: Why just "sharing your story" isn't enough—and how to connect with your people. The moment that changed everything: From growing up in a single-parent home to training as a Marine to building a platform that reaches thousands—how each experience shaped his ability to create impact. The mindset shift that makes visibility easier: The difference between waiting for an opportunity and creating one. "You have to start with something. You have to plant the seed and let the foundation build before you see the growth." If you've ever felt like your work isn't reaching the people who need it, this episode will challenge you to think differently. Press play to learn what it really takes to get seen and build momentum. Next Steps:  Connect with Terryl Humphrey: https://www.terrylhumphrey.com/ Get Strategic Edge Magazine: https://media.feliciafordandco.com/ Join Momentum Lab by Felicia Ford & Co.®: https://lab.feliciafordandco.com Connect with Felicia: www.threads.net/@friendscallmefe    #marketing #podcast #visibility #mindset #momentum #failureisknowledge #dream

This week, we are thrilled to welcome back Terryl Givens—one of our all-time favorite guests and collaborators and someone we always have a running list of topics for. This time, we're finally diving deep into the topic of agency and free will: it's something that has come up in many of our past conversations but never had its own dedicated discussion. Terryl's new book, Agency, is part of the Maxwell Institute's Doctrine & Covenants theological series, and it explores some of the most profound and challenging questions about what it truly means to have agency. For centuries, theologians and philosophers have debated whether free will truly exists or if what we call agency is merely an illusion— our choices predetermined by the unfolding of the universe, or so shaped by our biology and past that we don't have real choice. Terryl's work in this book finds that Mormonism has some compelling and unique insights on that central question, and explores some others: what role does community and authority play in expanding—or limiting—our agency? And how do we navigate the tension between obedience and authentic personal choice?In this conversation, we explore the dangers of turning scripture or prophets into idols, how our perception of God can sometimes become so skewed that it's actually a “false God,” and why Terryl doesn't believe that we'll ever be judged based on our beliefs alone. We also get into some fascinating intersections between agency, neuropsychology, philosophy, and even Darwinian evolution.This discussion left us with so much to think about, and we hope it does the same for you. So with that, let's dive in!

It's time to start a new year and new book for our long-form deep dive reviews of terrible Mormon books. And this one is… not terrible? The Givens present a form of Mormon theology which tries to “make sense of life” and we're here for any Mormon theology that doesn't include discrimination, sexism, and anything holding it over from its past. We dive into the introduction and first chapter of the book. But, what would a book review be without some due diligence about the authors? We spend the first portion talking about Terryl and Fiona Givens, their histories, publishing careers, and try to get a sense for what we can expect throughout this book.   Terryl and Fiona Givens: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fiona_Givens https://www.fionagivens.com/about https://www.patheos.com/topics/2014-religious-trends/mormon/joseph-smith-on-mormon-women-and-the-priesthood-fiona-givens-071014?p=2 https://www.dialoguejournal.com/articles/the-perfect-union-of-man-and-womanreclamation-and-collaboration-in-joseph-smiths-theology-making/ https://www.dialoguejournal.com/articles/missing-and-restoring-meaning/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Terryl_Givens https://www.terrylgivens.com/about https://web.archive.org/web/20110827023337/http://www.deseretnews.com/article/705385222/Daniel-Peterson-Terryl-Givens-making-his-mark-in-Mormon-writing.html https://www.google.com/books/edition/By_the_Hand_of_Mormon/cC_RCwAAQBAJ?hl=en&gbpv=1&pg=PA3&printsec=frontcover https://www.deseret.com/2012/11/15/20509757/scholars-terryl-and-fiona-givens-discuss-life-love-and-their-new-book-the-god-who-weeps/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zA7kdkzW09c https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yecCget_CNM   Sword of Laman:    https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dietrich_Bonhoeffer https://www.gotquestions.org/did-Jesus-go-to-hell.html https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Euthyphro_dilemma https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-suvkwNYSQo   Email: glassboxpodcast@gmail.com  Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/GlassBoxPod  Patreon page for documentary: https://www.patreon.com/SeerStonedProductions Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/glassboxpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/GlassBoxPod  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/glassboxpodcast/  Merch store: https://www.redbubble.com/people/exmoapparel/shop Or find the merch store by clicking on “Store” here: https://glassboxpodcast.com/index.html One time Paypal donation: bryceblankenagel@gmail.com  Venmo: Shannon-Grover-10   

Dr. Terryl Hallquist, Thornton Wilder scholar and Ann Patchett fan, joins us to discuss Patchett's newest novel, Tom Lake. Tom Lake centers around a pivotal summer Lara spent in a summer stock theatre company where she performed her signature role of Emily in Thornton Wilder's OUR TOWN. There she meets two men who will change her life. She falls in love with the soon-to-be famous actor Peter Duke and meets the director/aspiring cherry farmer, Joe Nelson. Lara recalls the summer to her three grown daughters, home during the pandemic, who beg her to tell them about her glamorous life as a young actress, her romance with Peter Duke, and her blockbuster film. There are lots of layers to this novel and we explore many with Terryl. Linny is calling in from her American Red Cross deployment in Asheville, North Carolina and Nancy is fresh off her trip to see Linny followed by a trip to New York City to see six shows in five days. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/frontporchbookclub/support

Dr. Terryl Hallquist, Thornton Wilder scholar and Ann Patchett fan, joins us to discuss Patchett's newest novel, Tom Lake. Tom Lake centers around a pivotal summer Lara spent in a summer stock theatre company where she performed her signature role of Emily in Thornton Wilder's OUR TOWN. There she meets two men who will change her life. She falls in love with the soon-to-be famous actor Peter Duke and meets the director/aspiring cherry farmer, Joe Nelson. Lara recalls the summer to her three grown daughters, home during the pandemic, who beg her to tell them about her glamorous life as a young actress, her romance with Peter Duke, and her blockbuster film. There are lots of layers to this novel and we explore many with Terryl. Linny is calling in from her American Red Cross deployment in Asheville, North Carolina and Nancy is fresh off her trip to see Linny followed by a trip to New York City to see six shows in five days. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/frontporchbookclub/support

Is your relationship really official if it isn't FB & IG official?  And when is the right time to let the world know?  Is it better to stay under the radar?  @LexiWithTheCurls joins Yonni & Terryl to discuss and share some real life experiences. Ever been somewhere and overheard two guys having a crazy conversation over random topics? Well we are those guys and we have been having these conversations since college. Do we agree on everything? Hell no, but we have fun anyway. We talk about sports, politics, pop culture, and other bs. Pour yourself a drink and listen in.  Subscribe and Follow on Social media: https://www.facebook.com/RGRTPod https://www.instagram.com/RGRTPod #dating #socialmedia #privateuntilpermanent

In 2017, a Utah family began discussing some of the challenging questions facing The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. From those modest beginnings, a multidimensional platform emerged called Faith Matters, which defines itself as a “space in which an expansive, radiant approach to the restored gospel can be considered.” The effort now includes a popular podcast, book publishing, online courses, and, coming next week, its third in-person “Restore” conference. The giant gathering at the Mountain West Expo Center in Sandy has attracted more than 3,000 paid registrants and will feature speakers, poets, musicians and artists — including Astrid Tuminez, Jennifer Finlayson-Fife, Jennifer Walker Thomas, Terryl and Fiona Givens, Mauli Bonner, Neylan McBaine, Allison Dayton and Eboo Patel. It is, organizers say, meant to “inspire, enlighten and nourish faith.” On this week's show, Zachary Davis, executive director of Faith Matters, editor of its Wayfare magazine and co-director of the conference, discusses this organization, the upcoming conference and how they appeal to, help and inspire a range of Latter-day Saints.

Random Thought…. Google is free.  Why won't people use it?  Plus Yonni & Terryl give their highlights from the Paris Olympics. Ever been somewhere and overheard two guys having a crazy conversation over random topics? Well we are those guys and we have been having these conversations since college. Do we agree on everything? Hell no, but we have fun anyway. We talk about sports, politics, pop culture, and other bs. Pour yourself a drink and listen in.  Subscribe and Follow on Social media: https://www.facebook.com/RGRTPod https://www.instagram.com/RGRTPod #google #parisolympics #harris  #walz 

This week, we're sharing another session from our Restore conference, this time featuring a scholar most of you will be familiar with: our long time friend and advisor Terryl Givens.Terryl's heartfelt session explores what he finds to be the “peaceable things” of Christ, referred to in scripture. An unsettling experience at the age of sixteen led Terryl to confront the inherent risk and uncertainty of our choices in life. And while life may not always be “peaceful,” Terryl says, we can always access “peaceable things”, which he anchors in the Restoration's understanding of God.If you know Terryl's work, you know of his gift for illuminating gospel truths gleaming quietly throughout Christian history. Terryl guides us through three names of Christ–Creator, Emmanuel, and Paraclete–that show God to be relational, loving, and open-hearted. This God doesn't seek to judge or condemn, but to invite us at their table as peers and mutual witnesses of each other's inherent goodness.We hope you enjoy this hopeful message that cuts straight to the heart of the fear and uncertainty that so many of us feel, day to day. 

Filming this episode with Terryl Givens was both humbling and remarkable. Terryl Givens is a leading LDS academic who has written some of our favorite books on many religious topics. Today, Terryl talks about his book, Let's Talk About Faith and Intellect. Prior to filming this episode, we noted our favorite quotes from his book and asked him to expound on the quotes mentioned. He addresses many topics including the following: - The issue with social media and religion - How people become mad with reason alone (and how faith and intellect are both necessary to thrive) - How logic is found in faith and religion - How the natural world directs us to God Terryl also shares his testimony. He talks about the deep and beauty of the restored gospel. If you haven't considered the depth of the gospel, try to find those questions in your soul and do the correct research necessary.

In this episode of The Special Ed Strategist, Terryl Rosenberg, PT, DPT, explores the Cognitive Orientation Approach to Daily Occupational Performance (CO-OP) and Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD). CO-OP focuses on enhancing internal task representations and executive function skills, with four core principles: goal, plan, do, and check to support DCD.   CO-OP's Versatility Terryl discusses CO-OP's versatility, suggesting its use in tasks like teeth brushing. Parents can employ CO-OP by setting goals, making plans, promoting independence, and encouraging self-reflection. CO-OP in Schools CO-OP isn't limited to homes. Terryl explains its relevance in schools, where it can be integrated into Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) to target specific skills and track progress. Understanding Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD) Terryl discusses DCD as a distinct disorder in the United States, emphasizing its recent recognition. DCD Co-Occurrence and Subtypes Terryl explores the co-occurrence of DCD with executive function difficulties and mentions four DCD subtypes. Recognizing DCD Signs and Symptoms Terryl outlines the DSM-5 criteria for DCD and stresses the importance of awareness among parents, educators, and professionals. This episode of The Special Ed Strategist provides valuable insights into the CO-OP approach and highlights the significance of recognizing DCD as a distinct disorder. Terryl's commitment to providing resources for parents and promoting collaborative support for individuals with DCD shines through, making this episode essential listening for special education stakeholders.

For this week's episode, we're sharing a conversation we had originally released almost three years ago — before many of you had started listening to the podcast! It's the discussion we had with Fiona and Terryl Givens about the ground-shifting book they published in 2020 through Faith Matters Publishing, called All Things New: Rethinking Sin, Salvation, and Everything in Between.When this book was first published, we knew it had the potential to truly change lives, and change how Latter-day Saints see the world. It certainly did for us. The book starts by tracing the roots of our religious vocabulary and shows how many fundamental gospel concepts and words have become  unmoored from their original foundations and in many cases, can get us stuck in a gospel of fear that places limits on God's love and grace.Fiona and Terryl show us how we can renovate that vocabulary to embrace a gospel of hope where there is no final buzzer or sad heaven, because in their words, "Salvation and heaven are not rewards that God can dispense, or that we can earn. Relationships are forged. Life is the school of love, and our growing capacity for love constitutes the bricks out of which the heavenly Zion will be constructed."In the book, and in our conversation, Terryl and Fiona address everything from our concepts of heaven, sin, salvation, exaltation, and family togetherness in the eternities. We found the work they do in this important book to be immensely healing and hopeful.

The Steelers hosted their first season opener in Pittsburgh in eleven years and completely underwhelmed. Listen as the gang breaks down what went wrong, how the Steelers mitigate the losses of Cameron Heyward, Diontae Johnson, and potentially Chuks Okorafor moving forward as well as forecasting some other NFL action in Week 2!

Football is back!!!  And that's not even the biggest sports story of the weekend! 00:00 Intro 01:55 FANtasy Football 07:40 Who's Right? Terryl or Yonni? 11:34 It's Personal 18:34 Coco Gauff Makes History 20:39 Toxic Workplace Ever been somewhere and overheard two guys having a crazy conversation over random topics? Well we are those guys and we have been having these conversations since college. Do we agree on everything? Hell no, but we have fun anyway. We talk about sports, politics, pop culture, and other bs. Pour yourself a drink and listen in.  Subscribe and Follow on Social media: https://www.facebook.com/RGRTPod https://www.instagram.com/RGRTPod #football #coachprime #jimmyfallon

This week we're sharing something really special  — it's Terryl Givens' talk that opened last year's Restore gathering. In it, Terryl gets more personal than we've ever heard him, telling a dramatic story about nearly drowning off the West coast of Africa and how the experience has helped him frame key aspects of his faith.Terryl also shares some other really meaningful moments from his life and career. In one of our favorite moments, he says "I have come to know the love of God as it is manifest in a community of people working to keep one another from drowning."We imagine that almost all of you know Terryl by now, but as a reminder, he's a Neal A. Maxwell Senior Research Fellow at BYU's Maxwell Institute. He formerly held the Jabez A. Bostwick Chair of English and was Professor of Literature and Religion at the University of Richmond. He is the author of many books about Latter-day Saint history and culture, including, along with his wife Fiona, All Things New, which was published by Faith Matters in 2020.

Today we welcome Terryl Padilla, the Creative Director at the Rock Church who is also an extremely talented worship leader and musician. Terryl is responsible for composing audio, producing video, and leading a team of over 40 musicians and stage presenters each week. He oversees the production of special events and is a veteran in the space. It's a privilege to have Terryl back on the show again. We'll also welcome Kierre Bjorn. Kierre is a worship leader, performer and musician. He has served on staff at Daystar Church as the Next Generation Worship Director since 2013. He has been in numerous stage shows and has performed off broadway in Soul on Fire and other productions. Both of these guys are incredible and we are excited to talk about worship in churches with them. SHOW NOTES --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/makingsundayhappen/support

Yonni & Terryl take a different view of the Montgomery Riverboat Brawl and dig into the mailbag. 00:00 Intro 00:45 Montgomery Riverboat Brawl 19:42 RGRTPod Mailbag Ever been somewhere and overheard two guys having a crazy conversation over random topics? Well we are those guys and we have been having these conversations since college. Do we agree on everything? Hell no, but we have fun anyway. We talk about sports, politics, pop culture, and other bs. Pour yourself a drink and listen in.  Now Reviewing: The Bachelorette Subscribe and Follow on Social media: https://www.facebook.com/RGRTPod https://www.instagram.com/RGRTPod #montgomery #riverboat #latto #dating #marriage

Random Thought… Is shacking up a good idea?  Terryl owes Sha'Carri Richardson an apology, Jamie Foxx is back and is it time for you to leave Carlee Russell alone? 00:00 Intro 00:37 Is Shacking Up A Good Thing? 13:30 Terryl Apologizes to Sha'Carri 19:50 Jamie Foxx is Back 23:50 Leave Carlee Alone Ever been somewhere and overheard two guys having a crazy conversation over random topics? Well we are those guys and we have been having these conversations since college. Do we agree on everything? Hell no, but we have fun anyway. We talk about sports, politics, pop culture, and other bs. Pour yourself a drink and listen in.  Now Reviewing: The Bachelorette Subscribe and Follow on Social media: https://www.facebook.com/RGRTPod https://www.instagram.com/RGRTPod #marriage #shackingup #shacarririchardson #jamiefoxx #carleerussell

A few weeks ago, we released a conversation with Terryl Givens about the life of Eugene England. England's work on atonement theology had felt like it necessitated another conversation, but it was too big to fit into the first one. So this week, we brought Terryl back to talk not just about England's views, but about atonement generally.The conversation starts with the fascinating premise that our faith doesn't actually have an official theology of Atonement. What is clear, doctrinally, is that Christ brought about something of universal importance: as the Book of Mormon says, "we talk of Christ, rejoice in Christ, we preach of Christ, (and) we prophesy of Christ." (2nd Nephi 25:26) We accept Christ as both savior and healer — but that doesn't mean that we've achieved a consensus understanding of how Christ's atonement actually accomplished those goals of “saving” and “healing.”So in this conversation with Terryl, we discussed various atonement theories — what some of the greatest Christian and Latter-day Saint thinkers have posited over the years about how the atonement works; why it's necessary, and how it can apply in real life. It seemed to us that there was something to value in nearly all of these explorations, and it was fascinating to see how those views have evolved over time.And, as it always does, conversation with Terryl brought us back to what's really important: how Christ's atonement can bring less retribution and more healing to society, and how we can participate in that work. Terryl reminded us that Atonement is about reintegration into loving relationship — not just vertically with God, but horizontally with those around us.

For today's episode, we were honored as always to bring back one of our favorite people and conversation partners, and likely one of yours: Terryl Givens.We spoke with Terryl about a book he released in 2021, a biography called Stretching the Heavens: The Life of Eugene England and the Crisis of Modern Mormonism.Terryl's work on this biography led to a fascinating portrait of a man many of us look up to, and someone we truly wish we could have met (England died in 2001 at the age of 68). His legacy has proven to be both broad and enduring — in addition to a long and storied career in academia, he was a founder of Dialogue: A Journal of Mormon Thought and of the Association for Mormon Letters. His writing continues to move and inspire Latter-day Saints today, including through essays that have become classics like Why the Church is as True as the Gospel.In our interview with Terryl, we talked not just about the arc of Eugene England's life, but about the principles that arose from the insights he shared and some of the struggles he faced. In particular, we talked through some of the issues that came up for him as a man striving to be both true to his own conscience and to the authority of an institution he fully believed in and loved, when the two didn't fully align. In many ways, this seems to be the conflict at the heart of discipleship and even of Christianity's creation story. Regardless, we felt like exploring it through the lens of Eugene England's life was both relevant and poignant.This book, Stretching the Heavens, was published by UNC Press and is available on Amazon and Audible.

Back in the 90 Day universe Terryl & Yonni reviews Love in Paradise Season 3. Ever been somewhere and overheard two guys having a crazy conversation over random topics? Well we are those guys and we have been having these conversations since college. Do we agree on everything? Hell no, but we have fun anyway. We talk sports, politics, pop culture, other bs and now Reality TV!!! Pour yourself a drink and listen in. 90 Day: Love In Paradise Mondays MAFS Wednesdays Ready To Love Fridays Subscribe and Follow on Social media: https://www.facebook.com/RGRTPod https://www.instagram.com/RGRTPod

Back in the 90 Day universe Terryl & Yonni reviews Love in Paradise Season 3. Ever been somewhere and overheard two guys having a crazy conversation over random topics? Well we are those guys and we have been having these conversations since college. Do we agree on everything? Hell no, but we have fun anyway. We talk sports, politics, pop culture, other bs and now Reality TV!!! Pour yourself a drink and listen in.  90 Day: Love In Paradise Mondays MAFS Wednesdays Ready To Love Fridays Subscribe and Follow on Social media: https://www.facebook.com/RGRTPod https://www.instagram.com/RGRTPod

In today's interview we are joined by one of the foremost scholars in the church, Terryl Givens. Terryl Givens is the author or coauthor of 23 books and is a senior research fellow at the Neal A. Maxwell Institute of Religious Scholarship at Brigham Young University. In this interview we discuss Terryl's journey as a Latter-day Saint, the topic of faith crisis, doctrines he finds particularly beautiful, and his view on what faith is. Use this link: https://www.terrylgivens.com/books to check out the books that he has written.

For today's episode, we thought we'd bring you a really special story that we think we can all learn from, especially during this Easter season as we ponder concepts like redemption and new life.Our guest was Dave Durocher, the Executive Director of The Other Side Academy in Salt Lake City. If you're an especially up-to-date listener, or you went to Restore last year, you've heard a little bit about The Other Side's story from Joseph Grenny, Dave's partner and the Academy's Chairman.But with Dave, you'll get to hear about “the other side” of The Other Side. By the time he was 38, Dave had been to prison four times for a total of 15 years. Not long after his release, Dave was arrested again and facing a 29-year prison sentence — but there was one last chance to turn his life around.We'll let Dave tell the rest of the story, but we can tell you that it's just as wild and inspiring as you are imagining.Dave's story seems to teach us that while we like to tell dramatic stories of conversion and change, the reality is that there are many lives in which God seems to be doing slow, patient, redemptive work. The manner in which it happens and the timeline it's on can be as surprising as Jesus's resurrection was to his disciples; the journey can be excruciating, but as Terryl and Fiona Givens are so quick to point out — God never seems to give up on anyone.It's clear that Dave is now doing exactly what he was meant to do all along — and there may have been no other way to get there. Also, quick note about this episode- there's actually a little bit of swearing. So if you are sensitive to that or have little ears who may be listening with you, we just want to make sure you have a heads up. 

This episode we talk to concept and creature artist Terryl Whitlatch about her amazing designs for creatures in the Star Wars Special Editions and Episode I. Are there reptomammals on Earth or did Terryl just invent that term? Why was the sando aqua monster her favorite creature to design? What's your favorite Star Wars critter? In Star Warsologies, hosts James Floyd and Melissa Miller combine their love of Star Wars with their keen interest in all things academic by asking experts about how their field is represented in a galaxy far, far away. It's a monthly podcast about science and Star Wars! Or listen on YouTube with relevant screen shots and photos! (coming soon) Show Links Follow Terryl Whitlatch on Instagram and Art Station! You can even take a class with her on Schoolism! Get your own copy of The Wildlife of Star Wars: A Field Guide to see more of Terryl's designs. Get your own copy of The Wildlife of Star Wars: A Field Guide to see more of Terryl's designs. Or check out Terryl's other books Animals Real and Imagined: The Fantasy of What Is and What Might Be Principles of Creature Design: Creating Imaginary Animals Science of Creature Design: Understanding Animal Anatomy The Katurran Odyssey: An Epic Adventure of Courage, Discovery, and Hope Hear more insights from Terryl on Melissa's 2020 ForceFest panel   Got follow up questions for us or a suggestion for an -ology or expert? Email us at starwarsologies@gmail.com Subscribe and never miss an episode of Star Warsologies on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get podcasts. Follow the podcast on Instagram and Twitter. Join our Facebook fan group! Did you miss an earlier episode? Catch up here!

Dr. Terryl Propper, Endodontic Practice Partners (Dental Business Radio, Episode 40) Dr Terryl Propper, Chief Dental Officer and Co-Founder of Endodontic Practice Partners, joined host Patrick O’Rourke to discuss EPP and its work. They are one of the first specialty dental support organizations for endodontists, run by endodontists, in the United States. Dr. Propper talked […] The post Dr. Terryl Propper, Endodontic Practice Partners appeared first on Business RadioX ®.

This is a rebroadcast. The episode originally ran in January 2018. Terryl L. Givens, PhD, did graduate work in Intellectual History at Cornell and studied Comparative Literature at UNC Chapel Hill. He taught courses in Romanticism, nineteenth century cultural studies, and the Bible and Literature and was the Jabez A. Bostwick Professor of English at the University of Richmond. Currently, he is a Neal L. Maxwell Senior Fellow at Brigham Young University. He has published in literary theory, British and European Romanticism, Mormon studies, and intellectual history. Terryl has authored or edited 20+ books, and some of his favorites include his collaborations with his wife, Fiona. Together they are the authors of The God Who Weeps, The Crucible of Doubt, The Christ Who Heals, and All Things New. Baptized initially in the Presbyterian faith by his minister grandfather, Terryl and his family joined the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints when Terryl was eight or nine. He served as a missionary in Brazil and has served as a bishop. Whether hosting insightful podcasts for Faith Matters or speaking to saints the world over at intimate firesides, Terryl's mission is to help everyone–no matter where they are in their journey of faith–come closer to Jesus Christ. Highlights 4:30 Terryl's background and work experience. 6:20 Religious background and faith development. 10:20 How Terryl met his wife, Fiona. The early years of marriage and having kids. 13:45 Terryl's unlikely journey to becoming an author and his father's collection of 19th-century anti-LDS literature. The impact of learning The Book of Mormon was the most widely-produced book, other than the Bible 16:50 Books are no longer the primary vehicle for disseminating information. Terryl's podcast is about his desire to celebrate intellectual and theological richness of Mormonism. 19:20 There is not one typical Mormon testimony; finding one's own path in coming to Christ. 20:30 Called as bishop in Richmond the week of 9/11. 21:30 Advice Terryl received when he got called as bishop. As a bishop, you occupy a position with enormous ability to make a difference in people's lives. Be aware of the power of the mantle you wear. One small look or gesture can completely change someone's Sabbath experience. 22:45 Terryl and his counselors focused on personal interaction as a bishopric. No one left the chapel without encountering the bishop or one of the counselors. They made visits to everyone in the ward in the first year. He made appointments with every single young person. 24:30 Dealing with faith and emotional crises.Terryl didn't always know how to help people but the number one thing he learned to do as a bishop was to be empathetic. Stop trying to fix it. Just listen and validate them. 30:00 Helping people with difficult faith questions. Listen to the questions people have without interjecting yourself with your own faith position. Terryl shares personal experiences he has had helping people with faith crises. 35:15 As a leader, have the courage to refer someone to a person with more expertise. Be careful about trying to shut off sources of intellectual inquiry. 38:00 Many in the church criminalize doubt. Elder Hugh B. Brown says, “We all have to serve an apprenticeship in doubt on the way to discipleship.” Doubt is a phase on the way to finding something richer. However, people shouldn't stay in that attitude of doubt. 39:35 Faithful trust instead of certain knowledge. Believe vs know. 44:15 Scriptural examples of individuals having faith without absolute knowledge. It's ok to say I don't know. 46:35 Asking genuine questions in adult Sunday school classes. The importance of truly-spiritual gospel doctrine class teachers. 50:30 Is there resistance to addressing questions head-on? In the long run, how will church members be fortified? Terryl shares his experience about being “shut down” in the U.K.

For today's episode, we were honored to bring back the inimitable Terryl Givens. Terryl and his son Nathaniel have recently released a new book, called Into the Headwinds: Why Belief Has Always Been Hard  — And Still Is.This is a remarkable book and addresses some of life's most profound questions, especially as they pertain to the modern world. Terryl and Nathaniel argue that though many of us see faith as “hard” in our scientific and rational age — but the reality is that for many years faith may have been too easy. People of faith, and Christians in particular, have long benefited from being a part of the in-crowd—since Rome adopted Christianity as its official religion, it's been quite comfortable to call oneself a Christian. But Terryl and Nathaniel say that that may have produced a more fragile discipleship, and one that focused more on how we believe than on how we live.So in this conversation, we dived into all of this with Terryl — including how he defines faith, the limits of agency, how reckoning with our own biases is key to our own spiritual life, and how we can look well outside our own tradition to find examples of true discipleship.We're sure that most of you know Terryl, but just in case: Terryl Givens is a Neal L. Maxwell Senior Fellow at Brigham Young University. He formerly held the University of Richmond's Jabez A. Bostwick Chair of English, where he was professor of literature and religion. He is the author and coauthor of numerous books, including All Things New, The God Who Weeps, and The Crucible of Doubt.Nathaniel Givens, Terryl's co-author on this book, has been published in First Things, the Deseret News, and RealClearReligion on the topics of faith and politics. With graduate degrees in economics and systems engineering, Nathaniel works as a data analyst and entrepreneur.

He ruffled a lot of feathers during season 12 of Married AT First Sight.  What's happened since then?  Chris sits down with Yonni & Terryl for his first #MAFS interview since his season wrapped.  He talks about going to therapy, the matchmaking process and what the experts can do to guarantee a higher success rate.  Plus the guys discuss the season 16 couples and predict who's gonna make. Ever been somewhere and overheard two guys having a crazy conversation over random topics? Well we are those guys and we have been having these conversations since college. Do we agree on everything? Hell no, but we have fun anyway. We talk about sports, politics, pop culture, and other bs. Pour yourself a drink and listen in.  MAFS recaps Wednesdays  Ready To Love Sundays Subscribe and Follow on Social media: https://www.facebook.com/RGRTPod https://www.instagram.com/RGRTPod #mafs #season16 #matchmaking

Ep. 115: Now That Santa's Come & Gone… How was your Christmas?  An Iowa reporter made Yonni & Terryl ask "do reporters really need to be out in the elements to tell us how bad the weather is?" Plus, someone sent 3 busloads of migrants to the VP's house on Christmas Eve, the fan with the most restraint gets rewarded and a woman has a meltdown because her kids went to the bathroom.  Plus Terryl's Tips is back for those returning to the office. Ever been somewhere and overheard two guys having a crazy conversation over random topics? Well we are those guys and we have been having these conversations since college. Do we agree on everything? Hell no, but we have fun anyway. We talk about sports, politics, pop culture, and other bs. Pour yourself a drink and listen in.  MAFS Matchmaking Special recap Tuesday Jan 3rd MAFS recap returns Wednesday Jan 4th Subscribe and Follow on Social media: https://www.facebook.com/RGRTPod https://www.instagram.com/RGRTPod

Apparently there is an epidemic of police officers having sex while at work.  Terryl thinks Matt Ryan is trash as he makes history and Yonni thinks he knows why Black people are not giving RGIII a pass on his on-air slip up. Ever been somewhere and overheard two guys having a crazy conversation over random topics? Well we are those guys and we have been having these conversations since college. Do we agree on everything? Hell no, but we have fun anyway. We talk about sports, politics, pop culture, and other bs. Pour yourself a drink and listen in.  Episodes every Monday! Subscribe and Follow on Social media: https://www.facebook.com/RGRTPod https://www.instagram.com/RGRTPod

Join this wide ranging discussion with acclaimed authors Terryl and Fiona Givens as they chat with Ganel-Lyn & John about the following topics:-        Reframing how we view the Restoration and Christ's true gospel, the loss of the plain and precious things in Christianity-        Disciples of the “Second Sort”: Joseph Smith laid the seeds of the Restoration, but we are responsible for expanding, developing, enriching, and reframing Christianity -        The various versions of the First Vision and the invitation for our own Sacred Grove experiences for revelation (individual faith journeys)-        Understanding who God is and the common misconceptions about Him, and our relationship with Him-        How the Atonement is more about HEALING us from our mortal woundedness rather than saving us from our wickedness -        How theology impacts mental, emotional, and spiritual health -        Healing from mental illnesses like depression, anxiety, and scrupulosity -        Viewing this mortal life as a test (pass/fail) vs. a classroom/educative process with God as a mentor with whom love NEVER ceases-        How to respond when loved ones (or ourselves) wrestle with organized religion and/or when faith feels ambiguous, when it's not based in love -        Ideas for continuing the conversion process on a daily basis  About Dr. Terryl Givens (https://www.terrylgivens.com/about): Terryl L. Givens was born in upstate New York, raised in the American southwest, and did graduate work in Intellectual History (Cornell) and Comparative Literature (Ph.D. UNC Chapel Hill, 1988), working with Greek, German, Spanish, Portuguese, and English languages and literatures. As Professor of Literature and Religion and the Jabez A. Bostwick Professor of English at the University of Richmond he taught courses in Romanticism, nineteenth century cultural studies, and the Bible and Literature. Currently, he is a Neal L. Maxwell Senior Fellow at Brigham Young University. Dr. Givens has authored or edited 21 books, primarily through Oxford University Press and Deseret Book. During non-pandemic times, he travels extensively with his wife, Fiona, to give firesides and strengthen the faith of members worldwide. About Fiona Givens (https://www.fionagivens.com/about):  Fiona Anne Givens (née Bulbeck) was born in Nairobi, Kenya as the oldest of three children. She grew up in Nairobi, Tanzania, and the Seychelles and was educated in British convent schools. She converted to the LDS church in Frankfurt am Main.  She graduated phi kappa beta from the University of Richmond with degrees in French and German, then earned an M.A. in European History while co-raising the last of her six children. She has published essays and articles in Exponent II, Sunstone, LDS Living, Journal of Mormon History, Dialogue, and Kofford Books. A longtime collaborator in the books of her husband, Terryl Givens, she is the co-author of The God Who Weeps: How Mormonism Makes Sense of Life; Crucible of Doubt: Reflections on the Quest for Faith; The Christ Who Heals: How God Restored the Truth that Saves Us; and All Things New: Rethinking Sin, Salvation, and Everything in Between. You can find Terryl and Fiona's latest books here: https://www.terrylgivens.com/fiona-and-terryl

"When the dust settles the only question that really arises to the forefront of my mind is: Does the restoration make God present to me? Do I see God's hand in evidence in the good that the church does, in the good that the gospel accomplishes in the lives of individuals and the access that it gives me to the gifts of the spirit and to the beauties and the truths of eternity? Well, then all the rest is just secondary to that." Join us with guests Lauren Rose and Alba Lucia as we discuss October's Book Club "The Crucible of Doubt" with author Terryl Givens. To date, Terryl has written and edited over 20 books, and has many more on the horizon. Some of his favorite include his collaborations with his wife, Fiona. Terryl has spent much of the last 20 years tracing the history and theology of the Latter-day Saints, but for most of his career, he taught Romantic literature (think more Shelley than Sparks). Whether its hosting insightful podcasts on Faith Matters or speaking to Saints the  world over  at intimate firesides, Terryl's mission is to help everyone–no matter where they are in their journey of faith–come closer to Jesus Christ.

Random Thought… should your mate's body count really matter?  Plus Yonni & Terryl discuss Tiffany Cross' firing and a woman who sought out a lawyer and got some free advice. 00:00 Does Body Count Matter? 08:20 Tiffany Cross fired 16:30 Woman seeks Lawyer for Legal Advice Ever been somewhere and overheard two guys having a crazy conversation over random topics? Well we are those guys and we have been having these conversations since college. Do we agree on everything? Hell no, but we have fun anyway. We talk about sports, politics, pop culture, and other bs. Pour yourself a drink and listen in.  Love is Blind recap every Monday! Audio episodes every Monday! Video episodes every Tuesday! MAFS recap every Thursday! Subscribe and Follow on Social media: https://www.facebook.com/RGRTPod https://www.instagram.com/RGRTPod #dating #bodycount #tiffanycross #lawyer

Bachelor/Bachelorette Parties and 1.5 weddings.  Yonni and Terryl cover all of it. 00:00 Intro 01:28 Colleen & Matt 07:37 Nancy & Bartise 16:32 Raven & SK 24:25 Zanab & Cole 33:23 Alexa & Brennon 35:49 Bachelorette Party 42:40 Bachelor Party 46:03 Raven & SK's wedding 51:18 Nancy & Bartise at the alter 56:23 Predictions Ever been somewhere and overheard two guys having a crazy conversation over random topics? Well we are those guys and we have been having these conversations since college. Do we agree on everything? Hell no, but we have fun anyway. We talk sports, politics, pop culture, other bs and now Reality TV!!! Pour yourself a drink and listen in.  Love Is Blind recap every Monday! Audio episodes every Monday! Video episodes every Tuesday! MAFS recap every Thursday! Subscribe and Follow on Social media: https://www.facebook.com/RGRTPod https://www.instagram.com/RGRTPod #loveisblind # season3 #netflix #alexa #brennon #raven #sk #zanab #cole #colleen #matt #bartise #nancy #nicklachey

Random Thought… If a date asked you to pay for their babysitter, are you ok with that? Nancy Pelosi's husband is attacked at home, Terryl is not feeling this woman's dating spreadsheet, the guys discuss the good and bad of self-checkout and why Chick-Fil-A tops the list st the best restaurant 00:00 Would You Pay For The Babysitter? 06:50 Nancy Pelosi's husband attacked at home 13:49 Woman shares dating spreadsheet 17:54 Woman steals $1,000 at self-checkout 22:41 Survey determines best restaurants Ever been somewhere and overheard two guys having a crazy conversation over random topics? Well we are those guys and we have been having these conversations since college. Do we agree on everything? Hell no, but we have fun anyway. We talk about sports, politics, pop culture, and other bs. Pour yourself a drink and listen in.  Love is Blind recap every Monday! Audio episodes every Monday! Video episodes every Tuesday! MAFS recap every Thursday! Subscribe and Follow on Social media: https://www.facebook.com/RGRTPod https://www.instagram.com/RGRTPod #dating #babysitter #chickfila #selfcheckout #walmart #nancypelosi

In this episode Val and Nathan focus on the section in the pamphlet that outlines the LDS church's teachings on the atonement of Jesus Christ and riff about some positives in this section as well as what they feel might be a generalized misunderstanding about the nature of Christ's truly infinite power to heal us through love. They start with Val breaking down 3 atonement theories: 1) Ransom Theory 2) Satisfaction Theory 3) Penal Substitution Theory, and talk about which of these theories seem to be most generally accepted in LDS thought… and why this is problematic. They then address several questions, including: Must we do something to activate the healing power of the atonement? Does God really demand justice of their children and does Jesus Christ really intervene to protect us from our own justice-demanding parents [and why would we worship that kind of God?] Is this stance possibly a product of centuries of patriarchy? Why would “sin/repentance” language be better replaced with “wounded/healing” language to connect us with Christ? Who truly demands justice and struggles the most receiving Christ's mercy [hint: look in the mirror]? What keeps people from sinning their lives away if they aren't motivated by fear, punishment, or disappointment from God and Christ? The essence of this episode is that the atonement is founded in love, was performed through love and heals us through love even before we have a chance to mess up. Buckle up and maybe catch this episode twice because it's likely atonement ideas you never heard in church. Brilliant books referenced: The Universal Christ by Richard Rohr, All Things New by Terryl and Fiona Givens, and Dialogues with Myself by Eugene England. *********** Due to the rapid growth of this podcast and the obviously huge need for members of our faith to have more support in our faith-expansion experience, Valerie is currently piloting a few 3 month long weekly online support groups to help you connect with her and others who are in a similar place in your faith experience. Space is limited and first come first served. 25 people per group. For more information e-mail Valerie at info@valeriehamaker.com.

Matt and Bartise are fighting for top villain of this season as Yonni & Terryl recap episodes 5-7 of Season 3 of Love Is Blind! Ever been somewhere and overheard two guys having a crazy conversation over random topics? Well we are those guys and we have been having these conversations since college. Do we agree on everything? Hell no, but we have fun anyway. We talk sports, politics, pop culture, other bs and now Reality TV!!! Pour yourself a drink and listen in.  Love Is Blind recap every Monday! Audio episodes every Monday! Video episodes every Tuesday! MAFS recap every Thursday! Subscribe and Follow on Social media: https://www.facebook.com/RGRTPod https://www.instagram.com/RGRTPod #loveisblind # season3 #netflix #alexa #brennon #raven #sk #zanab #cole #colleen #matt #bartise #nancy #nicklachey

Random Thought… Are we giving Ye too much attention?  Terryl and Yonni think so.  Plus, President Biden makes good on another of his campaign promises. A protestor goes where he shouldn't and sues for assault.  And OnlyFans provides the adult report card and the ability to control someone's life. 00:05 Kanye Strikes Again 9:06 President Biden making good on promises 18:37 Protester Suing For Getting Caught 23:07 The New Report Card 28:43 Run My Life Ever been somewhere and overheard two guys having a crazy conversation over random topics? Well we are those guys and we have been having these conversations since college. Do we agree on everything? Hell no, but we have fun anyway. We talk about sports, politics, pop culture, and other bs. Pour yourself a drink and listen in.  Audio episodes every Monday! Video episodes every Tuesday! MAFS recap every Thursday! Love Is Blind recap every Saturday! Subscribe and Follow on Social media: https://www.facebook.com/RGRTPod https://www.instagram.com/RGRTPod #kanye #biden #marijuana

Random Thought… What's the craziest thing you've found in a woman's bathroom?  Yonni & Terryl both found something wild.  Plus Deshaun Watson gets 11 games and will Kanye have us dumpster diving for clothes next? This episode is brought to you by Zippix Nicotine Toothpicks.   Use Promo Code: RGRT for 10% discount https://zippixtoothpicks.com/ Ever been somewhere and overheard two guys having a crazy conversation over random topics? Well we are those guys and we have been having these conversations since college. Do we agree on everything? Hell no, but we have fun anyway. We talk about sports, politics, pop culture, and other bs. Pour yourself a drink and listen in.  Audio episodes every Monday! Video episodes every Tuesday! 90 Day Fiance recap every Sunday MAFS recap every Wednesday Subscribe and Follow on Social media: https://www.facebook.com/RGRTPod https://www.instagram.com/RGRTPod #kanye #deshaunwatson 

The couples are back from their honeymoons and it's time to move-in together.Terryl thinks he's figured Nate's surface level answers only strategy out.  And Pastor Cal stops by with advice for the couples and one surprise person. This episode is brought to you by Zippix Nicotine Toothpicks.   Use Promo Code: RGRT for 10% discount https://zippixtoothpicks.com/ 1:16 Stacia & Nate 14:45 Morgan & Binh 20:02 Lindy & Miguel 26:18 Krysten & Mitch 33:11 Alexis & Justin Ever been somewhere and overheard two guys having a crazy conversation over random topics? Well we are those guys and we have been having these conversations since college. Do we agree on everything? Hell no, but we have fun anyway. We talk sports, politics, pop culture, other bs and now Reality TV!!! Pour yourself a drink and listen in.  Subscribe and Follow on Social media: https://www.facebook.com/RGRTPod https://www.instagram.com/RGRTPod #MAFS #Season15 #Lifetime #SanDiego #MAFSSanDiego #Lindy #Miguel #Krysten #Mitch #Morgan #Binh #Stacia #Nate #Alexis #Justin

This episode is brought to you by Zippix Nicotine Toothpicks.   Use Promo Code: RGRT for 10% discount https://zippixtoothpicks.com/ Random Thought… Is America ready for a legitimate 3rd political party? The US showed up and showed out at the World Championships.  Sha'Carri resurfaces with the that same energy.  Will Smith joins the Apology Tour and as expected, Terryl wants no part of it.  Yonni questions whether The Weather Channel should be the opening act. Ever been somewhere and overheard two guys having a crazy conversation over random topics? Well we are those guys and we have been having these conversations since college. Do we agree on everything? Hell no, but we have fun anyway. We talk about sports, politics, pop culture, and other bs. Pour yourself a drink and listen in.  Audio episodes every Monday! Video episodes every Tuesday! 90 Day Fiance recap every Sunday MAFS recap every Wednesday Subscribe and Follow on Social media: https://www.facebook.com/RGRTPod https://www.instagram.com/RGRTPod #forward #shacarri #willsmith #abbysteiner #theweatherchannel #apology

Gene England was one who liked to ask the hard questions at Church. It definitely caused Gene trouble with Church leaders. Has it gotten any better since Gene died? Dr. Terryl Givens is going to answer. Hard Questions at Church GT:  Is it okay to ask hard questions in the LDS Church? Terryl:  I think […]

Following a stint at St. Olaf's College in Minnesota, Eugene England sought employment at BYU. He also helped start a Mormon history magazine called Dialogue.  Was that magazine a problem for his employment at BYU? Dr. Terryl Givens answers. Terryl:  [Gene] was desperate.  He had a wife. He had several children by this point. He […]

I just finished a biography of Eugene England called “Stretching the Heavens” by Dr. Terryl Givens. I loved it and felt a real kinship to Dr. England, despite having never met him. I'm excited to talk to Dr. Terryl Givens to discuss Gene's life. I was surprised to learn that Terryl at first turned down […]

Joseph Smith taught that faith is a “principle of action.” Although the world is full of crises and challenges, as Latter-day Saints, we are called to care for those in need with love and courage. In this week's episode, Fiona Givens and Britta Ellwanger share stories from their recent efforts to put their faith into action. When Russia launched its attack on Ukraine, Fiona felt an inspired pull on her heart to help this situation however she could. That led her to catalyzing prayer and relief efforts in her ward and beyond, and then, in the last two weeks, journeying to Ukraine to join Britta and deliver humanitarian aid directly to those who need it.Fiona Givens is the author of several books, including All Things New which was published by Faith Matters last year and The God Who Weeps, both co-authored with her husband Terryl. Britta Ellwanger has been living, working, and investing in Ukraine for ten years. Britta's organization, forPEACE, focuses on the frontline needs of this war because it is the first piece in the domino effect that leads to the refugee crisis. Britta's written an article on Faith Matters' website that gives a really up-to-date synopsis about the situation on the ground, and gives actionable ways to help the effort on the front lines. You can find that article, and our other published material on the war in Ukraine, at faithmatters.org/ukraine.

*** Links to buy "The Mother Tree" ***Softcover version: https://faithmatters.org/themothertreeAudible and Kindle version: https://www.amazon.com/Mother-Tree-Discovering-Wisdom-Divine/dp/B09YCDHTDZ/Today, we're excited to announce the latest offering from Faith Matters Publishing, following our previous books All Things New by Terryl and Fiona Givens, Restoration by Patrick Mason, and Better Than Happy by Jody Moore.This book is called The Mother Tree: Discovering the Love and Wisdom  of Our Divine Mother, and was written by Kathryn Knight Sonntag. It is a truly beautiful book and a great read.The timing of this release is interesting. First, we're coming up on Mothers Day and we love that this book is a profound recognition of  our Divine Mother. Second, Elder Renlund of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles recently gave an important talk to the women of the church on the doctrine of Heavenly Mother. While celebrating with us this unique doctrine, he also had words of caution about demanding further revelation on Heavenly Mother theology, among other things. Though this book was obviously completed well before that recent address, it strikes us as very much in the same spirit. It is a celebration of our unique doctrine, which is beautifully outlined in the church's Gospel Topics essay on Heavenly Mother. But the book values experiencing her presence in the world and in our lives over theological speculation. It is about how accessing different ways of knowing–through the languages of art, nature, poetry and stillness–can lead to a personal relationship with our Divine Mother. And it points to surprising ways in which, as the Church's essay points out, She has always been there in our scriptures.So today we spoke with the author of The Mother Tree, Kathryn Knight Sonntag. Kathryn's book of poetry The Tree at the Center was a 2019 Association for Mormon Letters Awards finalist. Her poetry and essays have appeared in many publications including Colorado Review, Rock & Sling, and Dialogue. She holds a master's degree in landscape architecture and environmental planning, and works as a landscape architect and freelance writer in Salt Lake City.Just a note on where you can purchase the book. As of today, the Kindle version is available on Amazon but the print version is just coming off the press. It will be a few weeks before you can buy it on Amazon. Since we know that many of you will want a physical copy of the book for Mother's Day, we've set up a special shipping operation where you can buy the book and have it shipped to you right away. In order to do that, head to faithmatters.org/themothertree. You'll be sent straight to a product page where you can buy the book, and Faith Matters is paying the cost of shipping for all US customers so that nothing gets in the way if you'd like to have this book as a gift in time for Mother's Day.