THINNING OF THE VEIL

In the St. George Temple, President Wilford Woodruff had an unforgettable spiritual experience: the Founding Fathers of the United States, including the signers of the Declaration of Independence, appeared to him and asked him to perform their temple ordinances. For two days and two nights, these "choice spirits" conversed with him, leaving Wilford with a profound conviction — men who ne...

What if someone on the other side of the veil is waiting for you to notice them? In this episode, Tia sits down with Ricelli Mordecai, who shares the remarkable story of a dream that changed everything — her best friend, who had passed away, appeared to her asking for her temple work to be done. What happened after Ricelli chose to act on that dream is nothing short of a miracle, and a powerful re...

We are living in a world where there is a constant stream of negativity and chaos. Anxiety is the new normal for most. There are a myriad of treatments and opinions about how anxiety should be treated. There is help in the Gathering of Israel that goes unnoticed by most. Jordan Liston testifies that as he gathers Israel and seeks to help those on the other side of the veil through prayer, he has f...

 In this Gathering Academy episode, Colette testifies of a recent Thinning of the Veil experience as this ancestor was found in a most surprising way. She also covers the new QR code feature on FamilySearch that can make lost usernames and passwords a thing of the past. Do you a have GEDCOM file? FamilySearch has made it easier than ever to transfer that information into the Tree System. Colette w...

Solomon's temple was truly a sight to behold. For the children of Israel who lived during that time it became a permanent house of worship that reminded them that the divine presence was ever near. The symbols that were purposefully carved into the building itself can teach us about the Savior, Jesus Christ, and our role as Gatherers in the last days.  Even the most hidden symbols of Solomon&...

Are you overwhelmed with a box full of family history information that needs to be put in FamilySearch? Are you confused on the new policies about temple reservations on Family Search? In this episode, Colette, addresses these specific concerns and teaches easier ways to stay on top of overwhelming piles of treasured information and how to navigate the changing policies of reserving temple names. ...

Jared White understands the plight of those who are in prison on the other side of the veil. He himself, has experienced what must be similar feelings to those ancestors who want to be freed from their own personal darkness. During his years in prison, he learned  that God was always near and that the Savior was walking him through the lessons that needed to be learned. Through the grace of the Sa...

Brian Hall has always felt a pull to help his ancestors and has involved his children in the process as well.  Brian and his wife began with teaching them how to index and other family history related activities. When Brian realized that he could pray to know who needs help on the other side of the veil, he decided to give it a try. After having his own thinning of the veil experience on behalf of...

When trying to locate more information and details in genealogical research there are often underused tools available. In this episode Colette walks you through her process of locating the harder to find information using tools that many do not know about. In her Swedish line she demonstrates the benefits of using community history books and teaches ways to research more effectively in FamilySearc...

Temples are places where heaven meets earth. There we learn the higher ways of God and the Savior's role in our Father's eternal plan of happiness. Symbols are a way through which Heavenly Father can teach His mortal children about heavenly things. The symbols contained within the walls of the temple and the ones evident on the outside of each holy house can be instructive hints about ou...

In this episode Colette discusses her latest trip to the Allen County Library where she had some breakthrough miracles in finding lost ancestors. She discusses why sources are important and gives a hint of what's new on Ancestry. All of these new technologies have relevance when participating in family history research, and makes the work of the Gathering a little more easier and doable. YouT...

President Russell M. Nelson said, "The temple is ‘a house of learning, There we are taught in the Master’s way. His way differs from modes of others. His way is ancient and rich with symbolism." Most of us recognize symbolism in the covenants we make and even on the outer spaces of temples, but do know what the symbols of the Savior in the baptistry are? What do the twelve oxen, water, a...

Two different experiences, two different sides of the world, and yet, both were born to rescue those on the other side of the veil. Dennis Umukoro is a convert to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, from Delta Nigeria, and has had many revelatory experiences that have led him to saving many of his own ancestors. Debra Bowen a member of the Church in the United States, also had prompti...

Brad Wilcox, in this video from BYU Education, 2021, describes the roles of the Tribes of Israel in preparation for the return of Jesus Christ. He teaches that no matter what tribe you are blessed to be from in your patriarchal blessing , each has a special role to play. Brother Wilcox also teaches about what it means to have a birthright and the responsibilities that come from that inherited role...

Newspaper Finder is a new, free website that has major and minor newspapers that spans many different countries. Colette explains how to use this brand new genealogical tool, that may help to discover possible lost information about ancestors. Newspapers often contain details that can't be found anywhere else. Genealogists could be closer than ever to making that one breakthrough that opens u...

The Mexico City temple dedication was special as it was the first one dedicated in Mexico. President Spencer W. Kimball testified about a house of the Lord coming to the people of Mexico long before it was ever planned or built. In a dedicatory session, Gordon B. Hinckley, commented that there were many from other side of the veil present and that one of them was "Father Lehi". This amon...

There have been many prophecies, in all books of scriptures, that say in the last days that Zion would be gathered. The tribe of Joseph, which includes both of his sons, Ephraim and Manasseh are to play a pivotal roll in the preparations leading up to the establishment of Zion. Each of these tribes have their individual responsibilities and strengths. However, when working with each other for the...

Matthew Cowley was an apostle of the Lord and champion of Native peoples the world over. He lived and served within many native communities. In this conference talk, given in Oct. 1947, he references the building of bridges. His life of service was devoted to building connections between all the sons and daughters of God, and this he did very well. However, he encourages in this talk to look even...

 The "old" way that family history is being done is drastically changing. New technologies are paving the way to finding our ancestors more quickly and efficiently. FamilySearch and My Heritage have integrated in some aspects to make the finding of records and adding sources quick and painless between the to platforms. My Heritage also has a new tool called Scribe Ai. Now instead of one...

Before the early 1880's the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints was not known among the Maori tribes of New Zealand. As God does in any age however, He prepares the way before the messengers of the Lord. Matakite are visionaries or seers within each Maori tribe. The Lord sent prophecies to some of these religious men and women to prepare the Maori people to receive the gospel when it...

In the sacred hymn, "The Spirit of God", we are taught that the veil over the earth is beginning to burst. In all nations and cultures we are seeing God's hand moving upon the Earth, giving spiritual gifts and revelatory experiences to many. To the Maori people, the gifts of dreams and visions are the norm and not the exception. Jon Smith, a native of New Zealand, testifies that the...

 Sometimes life is overwhelming and exhausting. Trials that must be endured in our process of "becoming" more like our Heavenly Parents, can be daunting and debilitating. How do we find joy when it sometimes feels like the darkness is never ending? Janet Hewlett discusses her experience of raising a son that had debilitating mental health challenges. It was a never ending "night&quo...

 Colette, is live from a Swedish archive! In this episode Colette illustrates how she was led to certain books within the archive. When she opened one of those particular books, she knew why she felt drawn to them. Many members of this particular family were not in FamilySearch. She walks you through the step-by-step process of finding these missing family members in these genealogical books to ma...

Sometimes the struggles with toxic perfectionism stems from not understanding the grace given by Jesus Christ. In this talk, originally given on July 12, 2011, by Brother Brad Wilcox, he explains the doctrine of grace. Grace is not something that we earn, it is given because of the love of our Savior Jesus Christ. The enabling power of grace helps us to become like our Heavenly Parents. The gospel...

There is a plague that's ravaging in this latter day generation. Mental health struggles including depression, anxiety, and other mental health challenges are prevalent in all cultures and people around the world. Unfortunately, this can often lead to the false feelings that the world would be a better place without us in it. The scourge of suicide has touched to many in our society today. In...