Mission Stories
Get insights on having a powerful and successful full-time LDS mission. This podcast shares inspiring stories and practical principles for embracing this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, overcoming challenges, and building a strong foundation for lifelong discipleship. Faith-promoting stories and lessons from real full-time LDS mission experiences to inspire and teach. Based on The Mission Prep Series by Shawn Record.
Episodes
20 episodes
The Word Of God Answers All Questions - Shawn and Lauren
In this call-back episode Shawn speaks with Sister Lauren Hendricks shortly after her return from her mission, highlighting her struggle to find purpose post-mission. The episode's central principle is "The Word of God Answers Every Q...
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Season 1
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Episode 18
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53:32
Earn Your Pillow, Be all in - Birmingham England - Elder Brayden Hendricks
This episode features a candid conversation with Elder Brayden Hendricks, who has just returned from his mission in England, Birmingham. Shawn, who has known Brayden and his "triplet" sister, Lauren, since high school, explores the pivot...
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Season 1
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Episode 17
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44:02
The GOAT of Service Missions - Elder Mason Thundstrom
This episode of the "Mission Stories Podcast" features Elder Mason Thunstrom, a returned missionary who initially served in the Chile Santiago West mission before returning home due to health challenges to serve as a full-time service...
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Season 1
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Episode 16
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1:02:01
How To Serve (And Crush) A Covid Mission - Elder Ryan Mcdowell
This episode we talk with Elder Ryan McDowell, a returned missionary who served an "unconventional" mission during the COVID-19 pandemic. The episode delves into the principle of choosing to be "hot" (committed and active) over "...
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Season 1
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Episode 15
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47:44
The Spirit and Power Through Witnessing - Elder Thacker Jackson
In this episode, Shawn sits down with the "giddy" Thacker Jackson, who is eagerly preparing for his mission to the Georgia Atlanta North Mission, Spanish speaking, commencing in October. This conversation delves deep into the journey of ...
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Season 1
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Episode 21
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55:28
Amazing Miracles of Christ on 8 Mile in Detroit - Sister Molly Baxter
This episode of the "Mission Stories Podcast" features a conversation with Sister Molly Baxter, a returned missionary who served in the Michigan Detroit mission, including the "8 Mile" area. Molly highlights her faithful and happy missio...
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Season 1
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Episode 14
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50:36
From Faith Crisis to Atonement's Embrace: Sister Riley Stone
This episode features special guest Sister Riley Stone (affectionately known as "Stony"). The core theme revolves around "Revelation and The Spirit" and how divine revelation grows faith, leads to repentance, and ultimately to "pure joy"...
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Season 1
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Episode 13
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38:02
Discerning the Spirit's Love and Power in an ASL Mission - Sister Emma "Wild Child" Stanford
This episode of Mission Stories Podcast features returned missionary Sister Emma Stanford, focusing on the theme "Revelation Leads to Conversion". The discussion explores how God communicates through the Holy Ghost and the transformative...
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Season 1
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Episode 12
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53:08
From Rock Bottom to Spiritual Confidence - Sister Lauren Hendricks
In this episode we interview Lauren for the first time. Lauren had only been home for a week when we recorded this episode. The episode delves into the transformative nature of a full-time mission, describing it as a "once-in-a-lifeti...
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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47:11
From Anti-Mormon to Active Disciple: Sister Reha Poulson's Unexpected Journey
In this episode, we feature Reha Poulson, who shares her powerful journey of conversion and preparation for her mission.Reha's Journey of Honest Seeking and Revelation:Ria was born a member of the Church of Jesus Chr...
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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41:54
From Sandy Foundation to Sure Rock: Elder Burrop's Conversion & Mission Prep Story
In this episode, we feature Elder Carter Burrop, who shares his powerful journey of repentance, conversion and preparation for his mission, highlighting crucial scriptural and spiritual principles that apply to all.Key Scriptural and Spi...
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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55:41
Temple More Imperative Than Your Mission - Mission Prep Series Class 7
Mission Prep Class 7: "Temple More Imperative Than Your Mission," delves into foundational doctrines crucial for missionaries and members alike, emphasizing the paramount importance of temple preparation over mission preparation.Understandi...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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46:26
You Can't Bring Me Down - Mission Prep Series Class 6
In the Mission Prep Series Class 6: "You Can't Bring Me Down," we tackle the universal topic of mental health and coping with hard things, offering insights for aspiring missionaries. This episode emphasizes two core principles for navigating l...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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53:12
Miracles and Angels Are Your Right - Mission Prep Series Class 5
Mission Prep Class 5: Miracles and Angels Are Your Right!In this episode, we dive deep into the enduring truth that miracles absolutely 100% still happen today—just as powerful, just as big. Drawing on scriptures and personal experie...
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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54:48
The Word of God Answers Every Question - Mission Prep Series Class 4
Lesson Number 4: The Word Of God Answers Every Question! In this insightful episode, we continue our mission preparation series with host Shawn and the "Hendricks triplets"—Lauren, Abby, and Braden Hendo—who share perspectives from their...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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55:06
An Open Mouth Finds Listeners - Mission Prep Series Class 3
This episode introduces Principle Number Three: An Open Mouth Finds Listeners. We emphasize that this principle is both practical and spiritual, offering a path to an "amazing, life-changing experience" on your mission and coming home "firmly o...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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53:10
Revelation Leads To Conversion - Mission Prep Series Class 2
This episode, "Revelation Leads to Conversion," explores the second crucial principle for an amazing and spiritual mission experience. Your sole purpose as a missionary is to help others come unto Christ.In this deep dive, you'll learn:...
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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53:56
Choose Ye This Day - Mission Prep Series Class 1
Welcome to the Mission Stories Podcast! This episode dives into the number one lesson for having an impactful and joy-filled mission: making a conscious choice. Shawn and Lauren explore why some missionaries have life-...
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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41:26
Mission Stories Podcast Preview
Welcome to the Mission Stories Podcast! This preview episode is designed to inspire and motivate those preparing for or currently serving a mission. We aim to share knowledge gained from glorious and marvelous mission experiences to help you bu...
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Season 1
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Episode 2
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33:51
Mission Stories Introduction - A Mission Prep Series Podcast
Hi. If you are reading this, you are most likely here for one of two reasons. You are either curious about serving a mission and are hoping to be nudged one way or the other. Or you’ve decided to serve and want to do everything you can to get r...
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Season 1
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Episode 1
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1:52