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General Conference Applied

General Conference Applied

Written by: Mitch Peterson and Clay Soelberg
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Every six months, leaders of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints gather to share messages in general conference. This podcast consists of an in-depth look at each of these messages. In particular, the hosts identify the invitations that were extended by the speakers, and then discuss ways that listeners can become "doers of the word" and take action on these invitations. The hosts for this podcast are Mitch Peterson and Clay Soelberg, both of whom are active members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. The views expressed in this podcast are those of its creators.Mitch Peterson and Clay Soelberg Christianity Ministry & Evangelism Spirituality
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  • Christ Offers "His" Peace, Not the Easy Way Out—Pres. Henry B. Eyring, "Prayers for Peace"
    Apr 30 2026

    04/30/2026 S7E2, Episode #235⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, President ⁠Henry B. Eyring of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠April 2026 General Conference⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠"Prayers for Peace⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠."

    Mitch and Clay were joined by Wyatt Erickson who recently gave an Ensign College devotional, "Faith in Christ Brings Light." Several themes from Wyatt's address pair well with President Eyring's and Wyatt shared what he learned while trying to help his mom through a difficult health challenge.

    This episode touches on effective prayer, peace, doing things the Lord's way instead of our own way, enduring trials, behind the scenes of an Ensign College devo, and much more!

    General Conference Applied is dedicated to helping fellow ordinary Latter-day Saints become "Doers of the Word" by taking action on inspired invitations to become more like Christ. Since 2023, we've been a resource for you and are excited to kick off season 7 immediately after the April 2026 conference. Follow along and please share with others! We love you! - Clay and Mitch

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    1 hr and 6 mins
  • Are There Any "Throwaway" Talks at Conference?—Exploring President Oaks' Opening/Closing Invitations
    Apr 23 2026

    04/23/2026 S7E1, Episode #234⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, President Dallin H. Oaks, President of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠April 2026 General Conference⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠"⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Introduction" and "Closing Remarks⁠⁠."

    Are there any wasted words in General Conference? Surely the opening and closing remarks by the Prophet aren't very important, right? ... Right?

    Welcome to Season 7 of General Conference Applied! Mitch and Clay are kicking it off with an overview of the season to come and by demonstrating how much applicable value there is even in what some might consider throwaway addresses at conference, the introduction and closing remarks given by President Oaks. We walk through the many invitations the Prophet extended even in these short comments. They are definitely not to be ignored!

    This episode touches on sustaining each other in callings, prayer, hymns, conference application ideas, a call for podcast guest volunteers, and much more!

    General Conference Applied is dedicated to helping fellow ordinary Latter-day Saints become "Doers of the Word" by taking action on inspired invitations to become more like Christ. Since 2023, we've been a resource for you and are excited to kick off season 7 immediately after the April 2026 conference. Follow along and please share with others! We love you! - Clay and MitchSubscribe to the free GCA newsletter for additional show notes on our guests, conference invitations, application ideas, supplemental study resources, lesson materials, our President Oaks listening schedule, and recent highlights from the 1st Presidency and Quorum of the Twelve's global ministry.

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    1 hr and 1 min
  • Mission Stories from Africa—Elder Carlos A. Godoy, "Smiling Faces and Grateful Hearts"
    Mar 30 2026

    03/30/2026 S6E72, Episode #233⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Elder ⁠Carlos A. Godoy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, General Authority Seventy of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠October 2025 General Conference⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠"⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Smiling Faces and Grateful Hearts⁠."

    Mitch and Clay were joined by Greg Wilson, the guy who likely made the furniture you pull out for ward parties. Greg founded Mity (aka Mity-Lite) to create lightweight tables and chairs for the church. He grew it into a multinational company, supplying the church but also schools and other venues, before selling it 20 years ago. In retirement, the Wilsons served a mission to the Democratic Republic of the Congo where they experienced incredible things and made lifelong friends. Greg is one of the biggest advocates for everyone, but especially seniors, to serve missions. Hopefully his stories inspire you to put in your papers!

    This episode touches on gratitude, poverty, senior missionary service, Africa, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, miracles, dedication, trusting the Lord, and much more!

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    1 hr and 16 mins
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