Leading Saints Podcast From Faith Crisis to Relief Society President | A How I Lead Interview with Rebecca Woolf
Sep 18, 2024
Rebecca Woolf shares her inspiring journey from faith crisis to serving as a Relief Society president. A mother of four, she discusses the emotional challenges of leadership transitions and the grief of leaving beloved roles. Her reflections on navigating faith amidst social media highlight the delicate balance between personal belief and online influences. Rebecca emphasizes authenticity in leadership and the power of vulnerability to foster genuine connections, ultimately transforming ministering through community support and proactive engagement.
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Celestial Room Comfort
- Rebecca Woolf was grieving after being released as Relief Society president and found solace in the Leading Saints podcast.
- A temple worker recommended the podcast to her after witnessing her distress in the celestial room.
From Doubt to Calling
- Six months before being called as Relief Society president, Rebecca told her husband she was considering leaving the Church.
- Despite her faith crisis, she accepted the calling, which ultimately strengthened her testimony.
Grief and Release
- Rebecca discusses the grief she felt after being released and how a temple worker's podcast recommendation brought comfort.
- The worker had heard an episode about a grieving bishop, validating Rebecca's feelings.
