Schedule

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A faith-centered workshop helping single adults follow Christ by building meaningful connections in the fold by approaching dating, friendship, and community with greater courage and authenticity.

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Kristin Sokol is a credentialed dating strategy expert and Matchmaker with 20 years of experience. In 2025 she saw 18 clients get married and celebrated the births of 5 babies born to former clients. She claims to have the highest job satisfaction of anyone in the world! Some call her the “Later Dater” whisperer.

She completed graduate work at the University of Texas and is a Science-based Dating Coach certified by the Global Love Institute. Kristin is a media favorite, featured in numerous local TV outlets and major streaming forums.

After graduating from Weber State University she struggled with dating into her late 20’s. Kristin was an early adopter of online dating and found love in 2004. She's been married to her internet boyfriend Steve for the last 22 years. Together they walk their dog, cheer on their two college-aged daughters and serve as Primary Activities leaders in their ward where they oversee 16 eight year old boys!

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Explore what it means to be fully present and genuinely true — then practice it with tools you'll actually use.

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Growing and helping others grow has been the golden thread woven through Barry's whole life. Barry was born in California, joined the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints near the end of his time at Paradise High School, and not long after found himself in France — serving a full-time mission that would shape everything that followed.

Barry earned degrees in people development from BYU and Ohio State, but honestly, the most important thing that happened during those years was marrying Lorilee. Together they've built a family they're deeply grateful for: six children, five wonderful daughters-in-law, and thirteen grandchildren who keep us growing. Lorilee and Barry recently had the privilege of returning to France and Switzerland as senior missionaries, this time serving Young Adults — a chapter they'll always treasure.

Professionally, Barry works at the intersection of purpose and growth. He is part of BYU's Sorensen Center for Moral & Ethical Leadership, where he teaches a course called Discovering Your Unique Impact and provide leadership coaching. He also collaborates with one of his sons on helping people step into their true selves as creators — something close to both of their hearts.

At the end of the day, what he loves most is creating — and doing it alongside other people.

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Christ’s fold is built one relationship at a time. Join us for an interactive workshop as we explore how to build meaningful community in every part of life. Through games, discussion, and practical ideas, we’ll talk about creating belonging, navigating the challenges of relationships, and helping others feel welcome in His fold.

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Alexis-Janique and Chanté are sisters, mothers, wives, motivational speakers, and changemakers. Together, they’ve built three powerful platforms: Sinclair Consulting Group, Instagram’s @letstalk_sis, and The Let’s Talk Sis Podcast. Through honest conversations about race, diversity, and connection, they spark awareness, inspire dialogue, and drive intentional change.

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Understand true principles of self-concept, silence self-doubt, reclaim your worth, and learn how to walk in faith with practical tools.

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Cameron grew up with his own issues of OCD and learning disabilities, which made school difficult and took a toll on his self-esteem. However, Cameron believes that if you know how your issues manifest and what to do about them, then you have choice and power in your life.

Cameron believes growth is a joy and that everyone can live a life worth living by being intentional and attentive in their small, daily habits.

Cameron received his bachelor’s degree in psychology with an emphasis in behavioral science and a master’s degree in social work. He is licensed in Utah, New York, and New Jersey.

Cameron's parents are from England, he was born in Canada, is an American citizen, and also lived in Egypt. Cameron has written two books with more in the works. He still plays drums in his basement and recently learned Moonlight Sonata on the Piano, simply because his wife dared him to.

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As beloved daughters of Heavenly Parents, disciples of Christ, and children of the covenant, we can access spiritual gifts and divine traits to help us with the trials of mortality. We are mortal children of our first parents, our glorious mother Eve and Father Adam. This is a powerful combination. In this session we will be discussing our divine identity from Eve and other faithful women throughout sacred history, how the gospel restored this important knowledge and changed the lives of early Latter-day Saint women, and what it means for us today.

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Dr. Lori Motzkus Wilkinson is a historian specializing in Latter-day Saint women’s history and teaches U.S. and Utah history at Salt Lake Community College. Her forthcoming book, Sacred Pens and Public Voices: Latter-day Saint Women in Dialogue with America (University of Illinois Press), explores how LDS women demonstrated themselves to be both believers and defenders of their faith, even as they engaged in broader conversations with prominent national women over time. She is married to Chris Wilkinson and they have three children: Scarlett, Max, and Lily. She enjoys golfing in her spare time.

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Life rarely goes according to plan. Setbacks, heartbreak, unexpected detours, and difficult relationships can feel overwhelming—but often, those very moments are where God is shaping us into who He needs us to become as we strive to return to Him and become more like our Savior, Jesus Christ. In this class, Courtney will share personal experiences from her journey of discipleship, including competing in the Olympic sport of Skeleton, leaving behind everything familiar to move to New York City, and navigating the blessings and challenges of family dynamics. Through it all, she’ll discuss what it means to hold tightly to the iron rod, trust God’s plan, and find lasting perspective and peace through the true plan of happiness.

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Courtney Spencer is the author of the book, "Embrace the Hit," and an assistant lacrosse coach at Utah Tech. She is the former Director of Brand Partnerships and a national TV Host for CBS Deals on CBS Mornings. She is a former QVC Host and Co-Founder of a fitness tech start-up that was acquired by Beachbody in 2021. She trained and competed for 7 years with the USA National Team in the Winter Olympic Sport, Skeleton. She is the mother 2 children with one on the way and the wife of Ryan Spencer; they live in St. George, UT.

Courtney was born in Sioux Falls, SD, and adopted by her parents and raised in Texas. She graduated from Baylor University with a BA in News/Editorial Journalism and a minor in Management and Marketing, and she was a collegiate lacrosse player. She joined the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints at 26 in NYC. Her fun facts that people would never guess are that she performed with Beyonce during her surprise performance at the VMAs in 2016, has been on stage with Lady Gaga for her tour in 2008, and after doing genealogy, found out she is one of 9 half-siblings around the world.

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Covenants are fundamentally about creating and strengthening relationships. Building on the scriptural descriptions, teachings from recent Church leaders help us better understand how our covenants bind us to Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ and allow us to grow closer to Them.

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Joshua Sears grew up in Southern California. He received a PhD in Hebrew Bible from The University of Texas at Austin and is an associate professor of ancient scripture at Brigham Young University. He is the author of the book, "A Modern Guide to an Old Testament." His wife, Alice, is from Hong Kong and plays in Bells at Temple Square; they live in Lindon, Utah, with their five children.

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Many of us unknowingly relate to God through the lens of insecurity—seeing Him as distant, disappointed, controlling, or constantly monitoring our mistakes. These perceptions can shape how we pray, worship, and experience our spiritual lives. This training explores how attachment theory can help us better understand our relationship with God and move from insecure patterns toward a more secure connection with Him.

Together, we’ll examine common ways we misunderstand God’s character and discuss what it means to trust in a Father who loves us, respects our agency, and invites rather than compels. As we develop a more secure attachment to Heaven, faith can become less about merely enduring to the end and more about walking with God in confidence, trust, and joy.

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Orion Maxfield is a therapist in training from Salt Lake City, Utah, and the Executive Director of Gender Harmony Institute, a nonprofit dedicated to supporting mental health and well-being. Drawing from a background in marketing, he helps therapists grow their practices and connect with the people they are best equipped to serve. Orion is passionate about increasing access to quality mental health care and building stronger, healthier communities. Outside of his professional work, he enjoys long walks, good conversations, and sharing meals with friends.

Session Overview

Understand true principles of self-concept, silence self-doubt, reclaim your worth, and learn how to walk in faith with practical tools.

Speaker Bio

Cameron grew up with his own issues of OCD and learning disabilities, which made school difficult and took a toll on his self-esteem. However, Cameron believes that if you know how your issues manifest and what to do about them, then you have choice and power in your life.

Cameron believes growth is a joy and that everyone can live a life worth living by being intentional and attentive in their small, daily habits.

Cameron received his bachelor’s degree in psychology with an emphasis in behavioral science and a master’s degree in social work. He is licensed in Utah, New York, and New Jersey.

Cameron's parents are from England, he was born in Canada, is an American citizen, and also lived in Egypt. Cameron has written two books with more in the works. He still plays drums in his basement and recently learned Moonlight Sonata on the Piano, simply because his wife dared him to.

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Session elements include learning to faithfully navigate career uncertainty in the age of fast answers, receiving direction from the Master Creator, and accessing His power to align our work with His will.

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Cate grew up in Ogden, Utah, and served a mission in Antofagasta, Chile. She studied at Brigham Young University and co-founded a nonprofit to empower Africans to achieve stable, sufficient income. She now works at Pearl 27, a digital marketing agency specializing in AI-discoverability with a mission to create jobs at scale.

Cate has a long list of loves, including early mornings, the great outdoors, mountain biking, running, skiing, sticky notes, reading, traveling, connecting with people, and, last but certainly not least, hot sauce.

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Ever wonder why chastity matters beyond ‘we follow it because we’re supposed to’? Drawing on hundreds of studies from neuroscience and psychology, this presentation explores the science of human bonding and connection to help us understand why chastity isn’t just a list of rules to follow, but a set of principles designed to protect us and the people we love.

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Carter is a PhD candidate in neural engineering at the University of Utah, where he studies new treatments for mental disorders like depression and anxiety. He is passionate about making neuroscience accessible and showing how it can deepen our understanding of the principles that matter most in our lives. In his free time he enjoys reading, lifting weights, game nights with friends, and building new inventions. He is originally from Alberta, Canada.

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Sometimes life doesn't go as you had imagined. I got married when I was 34, so I had a lot of years wondering what life had in store for me. But it's a life I wouldn't have traded for anything else! Let's explore how to make the most of your time being single.

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Jordan grew up mainly in Provo, Utah where she loved making fun of BYU students. But she then became one of those BYU students. :) She loved her time attending BYU where she studied abroad in Jerusalem, London, Spain, Portugal, Brazil and Argentina. Studying Journalism, she ended her college career interning and working first for the Daily Universe, and later for NBC Washington in Washington D.C.

Jordan worked for HELP International, living in Fiji, where she ran into the Humanitarian Experience (HXP) groups. She has been working for HXP and as a Trip Leader ever since and is going on her ninth year at the company. She currently serves as the President and COO.

She served a mission in Wichita, Kansas and loved every second. She currently serves on the Young Women General Advisory Council and is obsessed with working with youth.

You don't know Jordan unless you know she loves Taylor Swift, and was excited for her worlds to collide when Swift became a Kansas City Chiefs fan. Patiently waiting for a Swift Super Bowl performance. Fingers crossed.

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In this age of social media, it can be hard to foster friendships and ensure that others feel included. Using examples from Joseph Smith's life, as well as some personal examples, I examine ways that we can help others, including ourselves, feel seen by God and by those around us.

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Matthew C. Godfrey is a senior historian with the Church History Department in Salt Lake City, Utah. He is originally from Logan, Utah, and currently lives in Layton. Matt has a Ph.D. in American and Public History from Washington State University. He was a historian on the Joseph Smith Papers for twelve years, serving as managing historian of the project from 2013-2021 and as a general editor from 2015 to the present. Matt has published several books and articles in Latter-day Saint history and has appeared on podcasts such as "Follow Him," "All In," "Sunday on Monday," and "Church History Matters." He is married to Carrie Huber and has four wonderful children. In his spare time, he loves 80s alternative music, reading, and all sports (in that order).

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The Ascent is an immersive guided meditation through Lehi’s vision, inviting participants to experience the familiar scripture story as an inner journey of attention, faith, and healing. Through ambient music, reflective narration, and open discussion, participants will explore how Christ can help us notice what is happening within us before it leads us, hold to what is steady through the mist, and receive the love of God without performing for it.

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Edward Palmquist is a Salt Lake City–based web consultant and teacher. He teaches Elders Quorum and meditation classes in the Ensign YSA Ward and is drawn to the ways scripture, honest reflection, and spiritual attention can help us see ourselves, God, and one another more clearly. Edward brings a grounded, human approach to gospel teaching, with a focus on making deep spiritual ideas feel accessible, personal, and meaningful.

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Jim and Suzi will discuss how they have tried to balance career, life, family and church

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Jim

Jim Olson serves as president of the Utah Jazz for Smith Entertainment Group (SEG). In this position, he provides strategic leadership for the organization’s assets, including the Utah Jazz, Utah Mammoth, Delta Center, SEG Media, and the Salt Lake City Stars. In addition to overseeing daily business operations, Olson manages significant construction projects, including the multi-year renovation of the Delta Center and the development of practice facilities for both the Utah Jazz and Utah Mammoth.

Olson joined the Utah Jazz in 1994 and has held multiple positions during his tenure, including vice president of ticket sales (2003-06), senior vice president of sales and marketing (2006-2013), chief operating officer of LHMSE (2013-15), and president of Vivint Arena (2015-2019). Within one year of being named president of LHMSE in October 2019, he played a critical role in helping the organization achieve two major wins. First, he helped the Utah Jazz win the bid to host the 2023 NBA All-Star Game, and in fall 2020, he supported a seamless transition of ownership when Ryan Smith purchased the company from LHMSE, a move that kicked off a new era for the Utah Jazz.

Currently, Olson serves on the Utah Olympic Legacy Foundation board and the Salt Lake Chamber Board of Governors. He has also served on the University of Utah’s Alumni Association Board of Directors and Crimson Club Board, as well as on the boards of the Downtown Alliance, Visit Salt Lake, and Camp Kostopulos.

A native and long-time resident of Salt Lake City, Olson graduated from the University of Utah with a bachelor’s degree in communications. He also achieved a master’s degree in sports and recreation management from Northeastern University in Boston.

He and his wife, Suzi, have four children and six grandchildren.

Suzan (Suzi)

Suzan Larsen Olson was born in Salt Lake City, Utah but grew up in Denver Colorado. She moved back to Utah to attend the University of Utah where she studied art. Suzi met her husband Jim Olson while at the U. They moved to Boston where she helped put him through graduate school. After Boston, Suzi and Jim moved back to Salt Lake City where they raised their four children. Suzi has always loved art and has studied with many local artists as she has fine-tuned her talents. She now keeps busy painting almost daily and spending as much time as possible with her six grandchildren.

Session Overview

In a world that celebrates radical independence, Christ teaches a different path. The path to the mountain is not walked alone. True discipleship means learning to belong, to serve, to lift, and to be lifted. What many Africans call Ubuntu, the gospel calls the Body of Christ, Zion, and the Fold of God.

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Stéphane Akoki is the founder of Elevate Côte d'Ivoire, a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the lives of millions of Ivorians through education, economic opportunity, and community service. Through Elevate, he works with volunteers and partners across Africa and the United States to expand access to training, create pathways to employment, and strengthen local communities. He is passionate about helping individuals become self reliant and empowering the next generation of leaders and innovators in Côte d'Ivoire.