Join President Meredith, the President of BYU-Idaho, and Sister Meredith, the university's First Lady, as they share heartfelt reflections on faith and Christmas traditions. They discuss the joy of giving based on personal stories and emphasize the importance of the Savior's role during this season. The couple recount their journey to Rexburg and the vibrant community they've embraced, shedding light on how grace empowers individuals through life's challenges. Their testimonies resonate with the transformative spirit of the holidays and the teachings of the Book of Mormon.
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Christmas in the Bytheway Home
John Bytheway's Christmas decorations emphasize joy.
He believes that focusing on the Savior's name and nativity scenes brings positive changes.
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Christmas in the Meredith Home
The Merediths' Christmas traditions include reading Luke 2 and thoughtful gift-giving.
Their children focus on giving rather than receiving gifts.
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The Call to Serve at BYU-Idaho
President Meredith's unexpected assignment to BYU-Idaho came after an initial assignment meeting indicated no change.
The First Presidency joyfully shared the news, emphasizing love and discretion.
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Merry Christmas! Brother and Sister Meredith share their testimonies of Jesus Christ and their experiences sharing the gospel at Brigham Young University-Idaho as they serve as President and First Lady of the university. They explore how the Book of Mormon testifies of Jesus Christ and the gift of His life and Atonement.
01:24 The Merediths share family Christmas traditions
05:02 Bios
06:33 The call to serve at BYU-Idaho
13:32 BYU-Idaho is set apart and sacred
18:25 The Come, Follow Me Manual
20:16 Christmas in the Book of Mormon
26:20 Come, Follow Me journal prompts
27:32 Something I learned or felt about the Savior
32:02 President Meredith shares a story about a church visitor
37:04 Learning about grace
40:55 The natural man and Miracle Gro
45:40 A prisoner in Vietnam bears testimony of Jesus
46:31 The Holy Ghost’s role
48:31 Jesus Christ’s role in joy
54:48 End of Part 1 - The Merediths
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