Conversion Stories

Podcast host Joey Erickson interviews members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter- Day Saints to learn about their journey to their faith. This is not an official podcast of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. Please visit churchofjesuschrist.org for more information about the church.

The atonement of Jesus Christ is for everybody

Clint Beveridge who is currently serving in the Augusta Maine Stake Presidency shares how his mission set his testimony in motion, how he lives in such a manner to be called with no desire to be called to leadership roles, and the biggest faith promoting experience in his life for the atonement of Jesus Christ.

10-01
55:25

Showing up for the Lord with David Hyde

David Hyde is currently serving as the Augusta, Maine Stake President. He shares his experience growing up in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, a powerful experience he had on his mission, his willingness to try to do what the Lord asks him to do, and what the Augusta, Maine Stake Presidency feels is important for their stake.

09-01
53:07

Deep Roots with Amy Sivigny

Amy Sivigny shares what it was like to grow up on a farm and as a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, how the choices she made after being exposed to many other ways of life took her away from attending church for a time, how she was still guided by the Holy Ghost while making bad choices, and how she loves to talk with her coworkers now about her experiences within the church.

08-01
01:00:39

The grace of God with Malina Hansen

Malina Hansen shares what it was like for her to grow up in the church, how she decided to serve a mission, the lessons and blessings she experienced while serving in Maine and in other New England areas, and she shares her daily habits that she has now to keep her testimony of the gospel of Jesus Christ strong.

07-01
44:24

What you can become with Jim Sivigny

Jim Sivigny shares how he was introduced to The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints when he met his wife, Amy, how his priorities shifted after he was baptized, and he shares many of the blessings he and his family have received while walking with Christ.

06-01
01:23:38

I got this real warm feeling with Winston Thomas

Winston Thomas shares how reconnecting with a lady he dated before the Vietnam war led to his interest in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, how growing up in a family with good values prepared him to easily accept the gospel of Jesus Christ, and how he recognizes now the promptings from the Lord he has received throughout his life.

04-11
33:46

Everyone has their own path with MariLou Conner

MariLou Conner shares how a tragedy in the ward she attended as a teenager pushed her to be baptized sooner than she had planned, how the examples in her life and the example she wants to be for her children keeps her growing in the gospel of Jesus Christ, and her experiences with children stepping away from the church for a time, a daughter who has run ahead to the other side, and her time away from her husband while he was in prison.

03-01
01:04:12

Accepting the challenge with Casey Conner

Casey Conner shares how as a teenager he came to know there is a God and the truthfulness of the Book of Mormon, how his family was led to move to Saipan, how attending church and turning to the Book of Mormon filled his lamp after the loss of his daughter, and how his childhood fear of ending up in prison came true.

01-22
01:27:01

Turning it over to the Lord with Robert & Micki Watson

Robert & Micki Watson take us on their individual journeys to The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, as well as their journey to each other. They share how trials and addictions can be overcome when we enlist the Lord's help, how we can make partaking of the sacrament a priority, and how being in the temple can bring us closer to our families.

12-01
01:06:53

It's really true with Sandra Harmon

Sandra Harmon shares how she was introduced to The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, the sacrifice that was made to get her family to the temple, and how she has clung to the gospel of Jesus Christ through loss and illness.

02-27
51:13

All in with Jan White

Jan White shares how her family was introduced to The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints when she was a teenager, how having the companionship of the Holy Ghost has blessed her life and the lives of others, and how being obedient in every circumstance strengthens her testimony.

01-24
37:05

Pain is a great teacher with Nathan Dauk

Nathan Dauk shares how his faith and testimony developed as he dealt with back and knee problems as a teenager, how his mission assignment at first didn’t appear to be what he needed, but ended up being exactly tailored to his needs, and what the Lord continues to teach him as gets ready to start school at BYU.

12-21
01:00:41

Do I really have a testimony of the gospel? with Robard Abraham

Robard Abraham shares what his experience was like growing up in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints in the Philippines, and how that experience resulted in a firm testimony. He shares how prayer, scripture study, and attending church were a big part of his conversion. Robard finds strength in knowing there is an instant family wherever he attends church, and after sharing his experience with infertility, he encourages couples struggling with infertility to find comfort within their church families.

10-16
49:27

The power of God is real and strong with Soubanh Phanthay

Soubanh Phanthay shares his conversion from Buddhism to Christianity, how he feels connected to Joseph Smith, how he came back to church after spending time away, and so much more!

09-12
01:00:18

Gaining spiritual independence with Mike Watkins

Mike Watkins grew up as a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. Mike learned as a teenager to distinguish between the doctrine of the church and the culture of the church. As he gained spiritual independence, his testimony became stronger. Mike served a mission in Texas (Spanish speaking), and is now a husband and father who enjoys teaching his children many things, including how to recognize the spirit.

08-15
01:00:47

What will you give up for Christ? with Jason Eldredge

Jason Eldredge hated going to church when he was a young member of the church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. He chose alcohol and partying for many years before developing a strong testimony of the Holy Ghost, and becoming an active member of the church.

05-25
56:26

When 3 hours of church sounds great with Jason Bernard

Jason Bernard shares about his journey to and within the church, starting with the appeal of 3 hours of meetings. He talks about how being an active member has helped him to grow as a person and has strengthened his relationship with the Savior and with his family.

05-01
40:13

The Holy Spirit converts with Bruce Peterson

Bruce Peterson shares about the challenge he accepted that led to his testimony of The Book of Mormon and the gospel of Jesus Christ, how his patriarchal blessing gave him comfort during his time in Vietnam, and the lessons he learned while serving in a Bishop’s Storehouse with his wife, Lou.

03-22
34:32

A willingness to change with Louise Young

Louise Young was content with her single & religious life in her 40’s when she met a man named Bruce. Saying yes to a date led to marriage and a new faith.

02-14
23:09

Why do I believe God is real? with Cameron Croft

Cameron Croft shares about his gift of faith and his love of prayer, his experience as a “Covid missionary”, and how important it is for him going forward to follow Jesus Christ.

12-26
39:51

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