More from The Bishop's Wife
In this episode, I sit down with Margaret Woolley Busse, Commissioner of Utah's Department of Commerce, to explore the powerful intersection of faith, motherhood, leadership, and public service. From raising five children to running for political office and serving in the governor's cabinet, Margaret Woolley Busse's journey reminds us that faith and ambition are not mutually exclusive. Her story is one of purpose, courage, and a desire to build bridges in an increasingly divided world. You will hear her discuss themes surrounding leadership, confidence, purpose, and trusting God as we fill the "measure of our creation."
What does it look like to truly put God first—and how can the lessons of one generation shape the choices of the next? Heather Sandstrom, granddaughter of President Ezra Taft Benson, shares personal stories of faith, family, and the remarkable partnership between her grandparents. We talk about the “decade of decisions,” when choices about faith, marriage, and direction can shape the trajectory of a life; the power of strong family foundations; and how an eternal perspective can carry us through unexpected trials and loss. You will love learning from the granddaughter of a prophet.
Nearly 300,000 people walked through the San Diego Temple during its 2026 public open house—yet behind those numbers were countless acts of faith, sacrifice, and service. Sister Beverley Monroe and her husband, Keith, helped oversee the hundreds of volunteers who welcomed and guided guests through the temple during those remarkable weeks.In this episode, Beverley shares what she learned as service became not only a sacrifice, but an act of surrender—trusting the Lord even when challenges arose in her own family. She recounts tender mercies, unexpected connections with visitors of other faiths, and the miracles that reminded her that God works both on a grand scale and one person at a time.
Sister Linda Page, along with her husband, served as the Coordinators of the San Diego Temple Open House and Rededication Committee. They devoted themselves full-time to preparing for this extraordinary event that ultimately welcomed nearly 300,000 visitors.
On September 11, 2001, Sister Flora Spackman was serving with her husband, President Larry Spackman, as mission leaders of the New York South Mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Twenty-five years later, Sister Spackman shares what September 11 taught her about preparation, faith, and the power of Jesus Christ to bring peace when the world feels uncertain.In this episode, Sister Spackman shares the miracles, tender mercies, and spiritual impressions that helped protect their missionaries during the terrorist attacks.