In One Fold's last episode, I (your host, Kyrie Papenfuss) share my story.I chat with my cousin Dillon about trials I've faced, blessings I have been the recipient of, and my testimony of the gospel of Jesus Christ.Happy listening! Thank you for all the support this past year!

In One Fold's last episode, I (your host, Kyrie Papenfuss) share my story. I chat with my cousin Dillon about trials I've faced, blessings I have been the recipient of, and my testimony of the gospel of Jesus Christ. Happy listening! Thank you for all the support this past year!

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Lauren Howell was 6 years old when she decided that she wanted to lose weight.This mentality stuck with her ever since, lending to disordered eating and exercise, anxiety, and depression. After experiencing serious panic attacks, Lauren found help through professional resources, friends and family, curated media, and an increased understanding of her Heavenly Parents. She can now confidently say she loves her body. 

Lauren Howell was 6 years old when she decided that she wanted to lose weight. This mentality stuck with her ever since, lending to disordered eating and exercise, anxiety, and depression.  After experiencing serious panic attacks, Lauren found help through professional resources, friends and family, curated media, and an increased understanding of her Heavenly Parents. She can now confidently say she loves her body.

Lauren Howell: Relearning Beauty

As the oldest of 8, Tavin Clarke is the only Hispanic member of his family. Growing up, he always wanted to be white like the rest of his family. When people would ask him what his race was, he would tell them he was white and that he was just super tan. Hence, his name on his high school basketball team was "Super Tan" and that's how he was known to all of his teammates.In this episode, Tavin shares how he came to accept, love, and embrace his Mexican heritage.

As the oldest of 8, Tavin Clarke is the only Hispanic member of his family. Growing up, he always wanted to be white like the rest of his family. When people would ask him what his race was, he would tell them he was white and that he was just super tan. Hence, his name on his high school basketball team was "Super Tan" and that's how he was known to all of his teammates. In this episode, Tavin shares how he came to accept, love, and embrace his Mexican heritage.

Tavin Clarke: Embracing My Mexican Heritage

Chris Williams

On a cold February night in 2007, a devoted father of four and a 17 year old drunk driver both faced life sentences. In one violent, devastating instant, both faced a drastically different future.But as Chris Williams sat in his demolished vehicle, staring at the car that had just caused the death of his wife, unborn baby, 11 year-old son and 9 year-old daughter, he committed to do something extraordinary: he would forgive.In this episode, Chris shares how choosing to forgive brought him closer to His Savior, Jesus Christ. 

On a cold February night in 2007, a devoted father of four and a 17 year old drunk driver both faced life sentences. In one violent, devastating instant, both faced a drastically different future. But as Chris Williams sat in his demolished vehicle, staring at the car that had just caused the death of his wife, unborn baby, 11 year-old son and 9 year-old daughter, he committed to do something extraordinary: he would forgive. In this episode, Chris shares how choosing to forgive brought him closer to His Savior, Jesus Christ.

Chris Williams: The Power of Forgiveness

After the 2010 earthquake in Haiti, Levi Martial’s mother passed away, and he was adopted by a family in Utah. During this time, receiving personal revelation was key.In this episode, Levi discusses the miracles he witnessed before, during, and after the earthquake, and how personal revelation and God’s hand as a whole has completely altered his life for the better.

After the 2010 earthquake in Haiti, Levi Martial’s mother passed away, and he was adopted by a family in Utah. During this time, receiving personal revelation was key. In this episode, Levi discusses the miracles he witnessed before, during, and after the earthquake, and how personal revelation and God’s hand as a whole has completely altered his life for the better.

Levi Martial: Receiving Revelation in Times of Need

While serving her mission in Boston, April Morris had several experiences that urged her to come out of the closet to her friends and family as bisexual. After much thought, April later left the church. While listening to her experience, I was so impressed by April’s humility and kindness. Not once did she say anything negative about the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints—she had nothing but loving, kind words to say about members and how they have treated her. Although April’s experience is not the same as every LGBTQ+ member, this is a great opportunity to listen full-heartedly to her experience and try to understand. Big thank you to April for being so willing to share her story.

While serving her mission in Boston, April Morris had several experiences that urged her to come out of the closet to her friends and family as bisexual. After much thought, April later left the church.  While listening to her experience, I was so impressed by April’s humility and kindness. Not once did she say anything negative about the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints—she had nothing but loving, kind words to say about members and how they have treated her.  Although April’s experience is not the same as every LGBTQ+ member, this is a great opportunity to listen full-heartedly to her experience and try to understand. Big thank you to April for being so willing to share her story.

April Morris: Putting the B in LGBTQ+

While on her mission, Miranda Larsen experienced constant feelings of unworthiness, leading her to believe that she needed to repent over and over again for everything she could think of. She questioned her decision to serve a mission and go through the temple, convinced she wasn't good enough and God was angry at her.It was at this time that she received an email from her mom, who suggested she may have a manifestation of OCD called scrupulosity, or religious/moral OCD.Over the course of the next year, Miranda began seeing a therapist and taking medication. This completely changed her understanding of herself and God, and enabled her to begin her path to recovery.Learn more about OCD here:https://iocdf.org/about-ocd/

While on her mission, Miranda Larsen experienced constant feelings of unworthiness, leading her to believe that she needed to repent over and over again for everything she could think of. She questioned her decision to serve a mission and go through the temple, convinced she wasn't good enough and God was angry at her. It was at this time that she received an email from her mom, who suggested she may have a manifestation of OCD called scrupulosity, or religious/moral OCD. Over the course of the next year, Miranda began seeing a therapist and taking medication. This completely changed her understanding of herself and God, and enabled her to begin her path to recovery. Learn more about OCD here:<a href="https://iocdf.org/about-ocd/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://iocdf.org/about-ocd/</a>

Miranda Larsen: When Faith Confronts Religious OCD

When Kate Nelson was 8 years old, her dress caught on fire from a candle, and she suffered from third degree burns on 40% of her body.Doctors took skin from her thighs, back, and head to put onto her stomach, and Kate endured significant pain from countless surgeries, skin grafts, and blood transfusions.She now looks back at her experience with gratitude; however, there are still hard days. In this episode, Kate shares her experience learning to appreciate her body and embrace her scars.

When Kate Nelson was 8 years old, her dress caught on fire from a candle, and she suffered from third degree burns on 40% of her body. Doctors took skin from her thighs, back, and head to put onto her stomach, and Kate endured significant pain from countless surgeries, skin grafts, and blood transfusions. She now looks back at her experience with gratitude; however, there are still hard days. In this episode, Kate shares her experience learning to appreciate her body and embrace her scars.

Kate Nelson: Created in His Image

Ryan McFadyen

From a young age, learning about the dramatic and rapid changes of the polar regions of earth was inspiring and a little worrisome to Ryan McFadyen. It is what has driven him to be a good steward of the earth. Living in California, Guatemala, Fiji, Minnesota, New Mexico and Utah has shaped how he sees the importance of nature in his life, and the lives of others around him. Growing up thinking like an environmentalist, in college, Ryan then learned how to view the world also as an economist. Now, he remains curious and open to contributing to a slightly better world however he can. See what the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints says about being environmental stewards here:https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/manual/gospel-topics/environmental-stewardship-and-conservation?lang=eng

From a young age, learning about the dramatic and rapid changes of the polar regions of earth was inspiring and a little worrisome to Ryan McFadyen. It is what has driven him to be a good steward of the earth. Living in California, Guatemala, Fiji, Minnesota, New Mexico and Utah has shaped how he sees the importance of nature in his life, and the lives of others around him.  Growing up thinking like an environmentalist, in college, Ryan then learned how to view the world also as an economist. Now, he remains curious and open to contributing to a slightly better world however he can.  See what the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints says about being environmental stewards here:<a href="https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/manual/gospel-topics/environmental-stewardship-and-conservation?lang=eng" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/manual/gospel-topics/environmental-stewardship-and-conservation?lang=eng</a>

Ryan McFadyen: Being Unified Environmental Stewards

5 weeks into her time in Mexico, Kate Giles was evacuated and sent home to quarantine for 2 weeks (which turned into 2.5 months) before she could return to the mission field. Upon returning to her original assignment, one Monday about two months in, Kate was playing spikeball and landed funny on her left foot, heard a pop, and blacked out. 4 weeks later, Kate returned home. She adds her perspective on what it’s like to come home early from a mission, and how physical injuries can affect us both emotionally and spiritually.

5 weeks into her time in Mexico, Kate Giles was evacuated and sent home to quarantine for 2 weeks (which turned into 2.5 months) before she could return to the mission field.  Upon returning to her original assignment, one Monday about two months in, Kate was playing spikeball and landed funny on her left foot, heard a pop, and blacked out.  4 weeks later, Kate returned home. She adds her perspective on what it’s like to come home early from a mission, and how physical injuries can affect us both emotionally and spiritually.

Kate Giles: Coming Home Early From a Mission - Twice

Welcome to "One Fold," where we share stories through a gospel lens. In 3 Nephi 16:3, Christ says, "they shall hear my voice and shall be numbered among my sheep, that there may be one fold and one shepherd." Our podcast's goal is to increase unity and understanding as we strive to be "One Fold."

Bruce Johnson

Bruce Johnson was born and raised in Washington until his parents were divorced at the age of 9. He then moved with his mom and siblings to Utah, where his mom met &amp; married Ray Flake. Our other guest on the podcast is Spencer Flake, Bruce's stepbrother. Bruce and Spencer's family then moved in together in Tennessee.Spencer Flake’s parents divorced when he was 14. He was born and raised in Tennessee, but after the divorce, his mom moved to Utah, so he split his time going back and forth.Bruce and Spencer now share their story to help those that have been affected by divorce and are navigating the process.

Bruce Johnson was born and raised in Washington until his parents were divorced at the age of 9. He then moved with his mom and siblings to Utah, where his mom met &amp; married Ray Flake. Our other guest on the podcast is Spencer Flake, Bruce's stepbrother. Bruce and Spencer's family then moved in together in Tennessee. Spencer Flake’s parents divorced when he was 14. He was born and raised in Tennessee, but after the divorce, his mom moved to Utah, so he split his time going back and forth. Bruce and Spencer now share their story to help those that have been affected by divorce and are navigating the process.

Bruce Johnson & Spencer Flake: Navigating Divorce & Blending Families

Cassandra Hulse

Despite her seemingly perfect life, Cassandra Hulse always felt like she was living a lie. It wasn't until after her first year of college that she found the courage to tell her branch president that she had been struggling in a lonely battle with pornography since she was 11 years old. Since then, Cassy has worked with multiple bishops to overcome pornography. She was able to serve a mission, but afterwards, founds herself in the thick of pornography once again. One year after her mission, Cassy decided to publish a blog that was all about her struggle with porn and letting women know that they were not alone.Shortly after, she started learning about recovery, therapy, and other mental health resources. Today, Cassy is a strong advocate for those struggling with pornography and sharing hope that recovery is possible through Jesus Christ. Resources for those struggling with porn:https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/addressing-pornography?lang=enghttps://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/media/collection/family-conversations-talking-about-healthy-sexuality-video-collection?lang=enghttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fO1Fq3yXaOU&amp;list=PLAYgY8SPtEWHfaVvDlZvMEvSO2OnfzXXb

Despite her seemingly perfect life, Cassandra Hulse always felt like she was living a lie. It wasn't until after her first year of college that she found the courage to tell her branch president that she had been struggling in a lonely battle with pornography since she was 11 years old.  Since then, Cassy has worked with multiple bishops to overcome pornography. She was able to serve a mission, but afterwards, founds herself in the thick of pornography once again. One year after her mission, Cassy decided to publish a blog that was all about her struggle with porn and letting women know that they were not alone. Shortly after, she started learning about recovery, therapy, and other mental health resources. Today, Cassy is a strong advocate for those struggling with pornography and sharing hope that recovery is possible through Jesus Christ.  Resources for those struggling with porn: <a href="https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/addressing-pornography?lang=eng" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/addressing-pornography?lang=eng</a> <a href="https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/media/collection/family-conversations-talking-about-healthy-sexuality-video-collection?lang=eng" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/media/collection/family-conversations-talking-about-healthy-sexuality-video-collection?lang=eng</a> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fO1Fq3yXaOU&amp;list=PLAYgY8SPtEWHfaVvDlZvMEvSO2OnfzXXb" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fO1Fq3yXaOU&amp;list=PLAYgY8SPtEWHfaVvDlZvMEvSO2OnfzXXb</a>

Cassandra Hulse: Women Struggle with Porn, Too

Did you know that October is National Domestic Violence Awareness month? According to the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence, on average, nearly 20 people per minute are physically abused by an intimate partner in the United States. During one year, this equates to more than 10 million women and men.Kellie Christensen is passionate about helping others through their struggles, as she experienced many of her own, living in an abusive relationship for about six years. By the grace of God, she was able to escape the abusive relationship and believed she would never marry again. Kellie simply believed that she was not worthy of love.Then, Kellie met the love of her life. Together, they have created a wonderful life helping others struggling with addiction. They now own a long-term recovery program called Mountain Valley Recovery, which helps men struggling with addiction.

Did you know that October is National Domestic Violence Awareness month? According to the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence, on average, nearly 20 people per minute are physically abused by an intimate partner in the United States. During one year, this equates to more than 10 million women and men. Kellie Christensen is passionate about helping others through their struggles, as she experienced many of her own, living in an abusive relationship for about six years. By the grace of God, she was able to escape the abusive relationship and believed she would never marry again. Kellie simply believed that she was not worthy of love. Then, Kellie met the love of her life. Together, they have created a wonderful life helping others struggling with addiction. They now own a long-term recovery program called Mountain Valley Recovery, which helps men struggling with addiction.

Kellie Christensen: Escaping Abuse & Finding Love Again

Originally from Mexico, Andrea Cabrera has a deep passion for learning about new cultures and helping others. Living in Mexico and Germany with her family at a young age opened her eyes to the world and was part of shaping her character.  In this episode, listen to Andrea's experience as she came to understand her identity growing up.

Originally from Mexico, Andrea Cabrera has a deep passion for learning about new cultures and helping others. Living in Mexico and Germany with her family at a young age opened her eyes to the world and was part of shaping her character.  In this episode, listen to Andrea's experience as she came to understand her identity growing up.

Andrea Cabrera: My Latino American Identity

Jyles Datoon served a mission in the islands of Fiji and was surrounded by beautiful beaches, delicious food, and the most loving people. Despite serving in a “paradise," Jyles faced the most devastating experience in his life while serving there. About 4 months into his mission, Jyles received news that his mother was dying. Not knowing how much time she had left, and how he could move forward, he looked to the Savior for peace and guidance. In this episode, Jyles shares his experience during that tragic time of uncertainty and grief. 

Jyles Datoon served a mission in the islands of Fiji and was surrounded by beautiful beaches, delicious food, and the most loving people. Despite serving in a “paradise," Jyles faced the most devastating experience in his life while serving there.  About 4 months into his mission, Jyles received news that his mother was dying. Not knowing how much time she had left, and how he could move forward, he looked to the Savior for peace and guidance. In this episode, Jyles shares his experience during that tragic time of uncertainty and grief.

Jyles Datoon: Grieving the Loss of My Mom

Wendy Gagnon was born in Austell, Georgia and went to 7 different schools in her K-12 years.With her husband and children, Wendy moved from Georgia to Düsseldorf, Germany. Her fourth child dramatically entered the world in Germany by way of an emergency C-section with the help of a Russian doctor that spoke no English.  Since that first move from Georgia, they’ve moved every 3-5 years to Germany, Japan, Ohio, and now as empty nesters, they live just outside of Austin, TX where she continues to enjoy adventure, traveling and exploring.

Wendy Gagnon was born in Austell, Georgia and went to 7 different schools in her K-12 years. With her husband and children, Wendy moved from Georgia to Düsseldorf, Germany. Her fourth child dramatically entered the world in Germany by way of an emergency C-section with the help of a Russian doctor that spoke no English.   Since that first move from Georgia, they’ve moved every 3-5 years to Germany, Japan, Ohio, and now as empty nesters, they live just outside of Austin, TX where she continues to enjoy adventure, traveling and exploring.

Wendy Gagnon: Lessons Learned From Moving a Lot

Jennifer Randle

When Jennifer Randle was 16 years old, she was sexually assaulted. Quickly after the assault, she saw her mental health rapidly decline, causing her to feel estranged from the gospel.After harboring feelings of anger for a long period of time and cutting herself off from many relationships, Jennifer was finally able to realize she needed help. Eventually, she received diagnoses of depression and PTSD. Through her recovery, Jennifer realized the feelings of estrangement she had felt were not coming from her Heavenly Father. She now shares her story to support others on a journey similar to hers.

When Jennifer Randle was 16 years old, she was sexually assaulted. Quickly after the assault, she saw her mental health rapidly decline, causing her to feel estranged from the gospel.After harboring feelings of anger for a long period of time and cutting herself off from many relationships, Jennifer was finally able to realize she needed help. Eventually, she received diagnoses of depression and PTSD. Through her recovery, Jennifer realized the feelings of estrangement she had felt were not coming from her Heavenly Father. She now shares her story to support others on a journey similar to hers.

Jennifer Randle: Finding Hope Post-Trauma

As a first-generation college graduate, Maryorie Delgado graduated from BYU’s Marriott School of Business, and started her own used car dealership business at the age of 21.Leaving behind everything in Peru in hopes of a better future, Maryorie's family moved to Utah about 16 years ago. In middle school, Maryorie began recognizing the role of income status, as she experienced financial instability at home and constantly compared herself to her peers.Growing up in an upper-middle class community as a lower class individual, Maryorie has since worked hard to find success both in her career, as well as the gospel of Jesus Christ.

As a first-generation college graduate, Maryorie Delgado graduated from BYU’s Marriott School of Business, and started her own used car dealership business at the age of 21.Leaving behind everything in Peru in hopes of a better future, Maryorie's family moved to Utah about 16 years ago. In middle school, Maryorie began recognizing the role of income status, as she experienced financial instability at home and constantly compared herself to her peers.Growing up in an upper-middle class community as a lower class individual, Maryorie has since worked hard to find success both in her career, as well as the gospel of Jesus Christ.

Maryorie Delgado: Paving My Own Path

Andre Johnson

About 1 in 11 people will be diagnosed with PTSD in their lifetime. In this episode, Andre Johnson shares his experience battling PTSD and other mental health issues, while also finding deeper purpose and meaning in life. When Andre was 5 years old, he and his family drove to a relative’s for Thanksgiving dinner, but on the way, were hit by a semi truck traveling at high speed. Andre broke both of his legs, his siblings were all injured badly, and his parents both passed away. 

About 1 in 11 people will be diagnosed with PTSD in their lifetime. In this episode, Andre Johnson shares his experience battling PTSD and other mental health issues, while also finding deeper purpose and meaning in life. When Andre was 5 years old, he and his family drove to a relative’s for Thanksgiving dinner, but on the way, were hit by a semi truck traveling at high speed. Andre broke both of his legs, his siblings were all injured badly, and his parents both passed away.

Andre Johnson: PTSD, Loss, and Grief

Sam Cahoon

Sam Cahoon’s story is one of growing up with ADHD, coming out as gay this past January, and seeing the effects of kindness throughout his journey. Knowing what it was like to grow up as the kid who didn’t feel like he fit in, Sam utilized empathy and compassion to become a friend to all.After graduating in December of 2020 from BYU, he came out publicly as gay. Sam now lives in San Diego and will be attending UC Berkeley for his MBA in 3 years—a feat he worked extremely hard for, especially while navigating his ADHD.

Sam Cahoon’s story is one of growing up with ADHD, coming out as gay this past January, and seeing the effects of kindness throughout his journey. Knowing what it was like to grow up as the kid who didn’t feel like he fit in, Sam utilized empathy and compassion to become a friend to all. After graduating in December of 2020 from BYU, he came out publicly as gay. Sam now lives in San Diego and will be attending UC Berkeley for his MBA in 3 years—a feat he worked extremely hard for, especially while navigating his ADHD.

Sam Cahoon: My LGBTQ+ & ADHD Experience

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