Grounded Part 2: Doctrine and Covenants 138 | Barbara Morgan Gardner & Jennifer Hinckley Soulier | Dec. 1-7
Nov 29, 2025
In this discussion, guest Jennifer Hinckley Soulier, a former mission leader and math teacher, shares her profound experiences of faith and loss, especially regarding her husband's unexpected death while serving a mission. Jennifer delves into how studying Doctrine and Covenants 138 provided her with comfort and hope about life after death. She emphasizes the importance of discipleship, the power of regular scripture study, and how God's love extends beyond mortality. The conversation highlights the meaningful connections between earthly missionary work and the spirit world.
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Mission Loss On Anniversary Morning
- Jennifer Hinckley Soulier recounted finding her husband unresponsive on their 30th anniversary during their mission.
- She described immediate grief, French emergency responders, and missionary leaders helping her through logistics.
Pondering Opens Spiritual Sight
- Pondering scripture opens spiritual sight and clarification about life after death.
- Joseph F. Smith's study and prayer led his 'eyes of my understanding were opened.'
Anchor Grief In Doctrine Of Christ
- Do anchor grief and decisions in the doctrine of Christ: faith, repentance, covenants, and the Spirit.
- Jennifer credits that doctrinal foundation for emotional resilience after loss.
