Gather in Christ

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is a missionary Church. Not only do we send out full-time missionaries to various locations throughout the world, we also believe that every member is a missionary. There is no greater cause that we can participate in than helping others understand their divine identity and potential. The gathering of Israel is both a daunting challenge and glorious...

Members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints understand that they are a restored church. We believe in the doctrine of Dispensations, Apostasy and Restoration. This particular doctrine helps members to understand that throughout the history of the earth the gospel was taught during time periods called dispensations. These dispensations were led by faithful leaders that are called dis...

Join Kendra and Andrea as they discuss the importance of living your life on purpose. We take time to talk about the blessing the prophet gave to everyone and how to claim that gift. There is such peace in following the Lord's prophet, everything that he teaches is to bring us closer to the Savior. As President Nelson said it is not the length of your life but how you choose to live it that matter...

President Harold B. Lee concerning a testimony. He said, “Testimony isn’t something you have today, and you are going to have always. A testimony is fragile. It is as hard to hold as a moonbeam. It is something you have to recapture every day of your life.” ( Church News,  15 July 1972, p. 4.) Join Kendra and Andrea as they discuss the doctrine of Faith as taught in The Church of Jesus Christ of L...

We invite you to our special Book Club episodes. We will be discussing President Nelson's first four chapters recently released in the Teaching of the Prophets series. These chapters are located in your gospel library app. Click on Books and Lessons and then choose Teaching of the Presidents. When you enter that location you will see our current prophet President Nelson. Greater wisdom is one clic...

As members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints we have an invitation from the Prophet to minister to the one, as a gift to him for his 100th birthday. This invitation need not just be a birthday gift, but can become a way of life. Ministering is not just an an event for a Latter-day Saint. When we understand the covenants we have made we not only minister by assignment in our local...

As members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints we believe in the ministry of Angels. We don't just believe in angels in the metaphoric sense, but we believe in heavenly beings that appear to those of strong faith and a firm mind. Join Kendra and Andrea as they discuss the doctrine of the ministry of angels. We will also explore the prophetic promises made to us concerning these ange...

Faith is the power that framed the world. Following the commandments of God and His chosen prophet takes great faith. We also know that the exceeding faith it takes to change and repent is worth exercising. We lived with God before we existed in this mortal state. The memory of this state of life is forgotten, yet not removed. You may find at times that you are learning something you have never le...

Join Kendra and Andrea as they discuss their experiences in creating a house of learning and education. As with all episodes, we encourage you to have a prayer in your heart so that the spirit will teach you how to establish a house of learning that will meet your circumstances. As we seek to establish a house of learning our greatest priority is to seek the spirit of the Lord that we may make wis...

Join Kendra and Andrea as they discuss how we can improve our ability to receive personal revelation in our lives. Sometimes we need to weed out wrong thinking patterns and drink deeply of the words of the Savior to improve our perspective and heal from the wounds that are inevitable in a fallen world. While we seek to adhere strictly to the words of living prophets, general leadership and the bas...

As Kendra and Andrea further explore the Prophet's invitation to read Doctrine and Covenants 109 (restoration scripture found in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints) they discover their next podcast topic. Join them as they discuss establishing a house that leads our family to Christ. We hope, as you listen with the Spirit of the Lord, that you will be prompted to find places that need...

Understanding the purpose of priesthood keys is imperative to having a firm testimony and conversion to the gospel of Jesus Christ. As we understand how the keys of the priesthood were restored in our day, our gratitude for God and His perfect plan will deepen. Priesthood keys are how God shares His power with men, women and children on the earth. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints pr...

We are blessed to live in a time where the power of God has been restored. The organization of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints required having authority given to them from heaven. The authority of The Church began as John the Baptist, a resurrected being, came and restored the priesthood of Aaron, which gave Joseph and Oliver the authority to baptize both for remission of sins and...

As we embrace the Relief Society organization in the way the Lord has designed it to be, miracles will happen as we work to relieve the suffering in the world. We invite all women to check out the largest organization in the world and what we are about. We invite all men to support their sister's in Christ as they support the work of the Relief Society. This divinely organized group is a place whe...

We learn from the Bible that in the days proceeding the second coming the of the Lord men's hearts will fail them (see Luke 26:21). Yet even though the conditions of the earth will be frightful we can choose to use these experiences as opportunities to grow our faith in the Lord. Join Kendra and Andrea as they discuss the help that comes as we listen to the Prophet as he seeks to lead us to the Sa...

As we increase our skills and abilities to show love during times of disagreement and difficulty we will be true followers of Jesus Christ. Jesus Christ taught us to be peacemakers. We are all children of God and are worthy of respect and kindness. Are we actively loving our neighbor or just those we agree with? True disciples of Christ love God and their neighbor as themselves. We can both stay t...

Major changes are coming to Seminary and big changes have already happened for Institute. Kendra and Andrea explain the changes and why these inspired programs are worth the effort to participate fully in. Sometimes youth and young adults do not understand how vital these programs are in strengthening them spiritually. Kendra shares parenting techniques that help her children push through teenage...

Join Kendra and Andrea as they discuss the importance of temples in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. They will discuss the importance of living up to our privileges which we receive by honoring and keeping temple covenants. They also explore how to receive temple blessings as we are preparing to meet the worthiness standards or are limited in our temple worship because of the dista...

Join Andrea and Kendra as they discuss coming closer to Christ by better understanding the covenants we make in His Holy House. In this episode we discuss the prophet's charge to spend more time in the temple and the role that plays in freeing us from the world's constant pull. While we seek to adhere strictly to the words of living prophets, general leadership and the basic doctrines of The Churc...

Knowing the basic doctrines of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints helps children gain an inner strength and confidence which helps them navigate through the difficulties of life. While we seek to adhere strictly to the words of living prophets, general leadership and the basic doctrines of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, the Gather in Christ Podcast is not affiliated...

Understanding the relationship we have with God will improve our prayers. Praying with faith will help us to think celestial and adore the Savior. As you begin your new year allow prayer to be a part of all you are seeking to do to improve your life and bless the lives of other. Join Kendra and Andrea as they talk about their experiences with prayer and receiving direction from Heaven. While we se...

Join Kendra and Andrea as the discuss the prophetic charge given by President Nelson to adore Christ during the 2023 First Presidency Christmas Devotional. These ladies love the Savior and invite you to join them as they discuss how they have come to know Him better. While we seek to adhere strictly to the words of living prophets, general leadership and the basic doctrines of The Church of Jesus...

President Nelson spoke to us about overcoming our addictions in his latest conference address entitled "Think Celestial". As we seek to increase our knowledge of God and use our faith to access the grace of Jesus Christ we can overcome even addictions that seem impossible. Join Andrea and Kendra as they discuss utilizing the gospel of Jesus Christ in overcoming addictions. https://speeches.byuh.ed...

President Nelson encourages us to recognize deceptions. Kendra and Andrea share experiences and some of their favorite quotes and conference talks that have helped them to grow in their ability to better discern truth. Kendra and Andrea agree that we can better discern truth we become a sharper instrument in the hands of the Lord to help our families, friends and in our efforts to gather scattered...

Kendra and Andrea take time to express how seeking revelatory help from the Lord is key in "Thinking Celestial." Navigating our burdens with Christ is made possible through our covenantal relationship with Him. As we seek to keep the commandments, take upon us His name, and always remember Him, we can confidently connect with heaven and gain strength beyond our mortal capacities. No challenge or h...