General Conference Applied
Mitch Peterson and Clay Soelberg
Every six months, leaders of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints gather to share messages in general conference. This podcast consists of an in-depth look at each of these messages. In particular, the hosts identify the invitations that were extended by the speakers, and then discuss ways that listeners can become "doers of the word" and take action on these invitations.
The hosts for this podcast are Mitch Peterson and Clay Soelberg, both of whom are active members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
The views expressed in this podcast are those of its creators.
The hosts for this podcast are Mitch Peterson and Clay Soelberg, both of whom are active members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
The views expressed in this podcast are those of its creators.
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Oct 26, 2025 • 1h 6min
Flight Simulators and Discipleship - "Do Your Part with All Your Heart" by Elder Dieter F. Uchtdorf - Oct 2025
10/26/2025: S6 E10, Episode 171, Elder Dieter F. Uchtdorf, October 2025 General Conference, "Do Your Part with All Your Heart", guest episode.*Special Guest*: Mitch and Clay were joined in this episode by a member of Clay's ward, James Peterson. James served for over 24 years in the United States Air Force. So, naturally, he was a perfect fit for an episode focused on Elder Uchtdorf and his story about flying in a flight simulator! Not only that, like Mitch and Clay, James is a big reader (Clay even brought in a quote from Stephen King - which Elder Uchtdorf himself had included in his talk footnotes).Highlights from the excellent conversation include: focusing on themes of discipleship, grace, and personal growth; exploring the importance of discipline in spiritual practice, the role of preparation and practice in faith, and the significance of recognizing and developing spiritual gifts; emphasizing that while grace is essential, personal effort and discipline are crucial in the journey of faith.Join the General Conference Applied newsletter hereContact us hereFollow us on Facebook hereFollow us on Instagram hereFollow us on X hereFollow us and watch the podcast on YouTube here
Oct 26, 2025 • 10min
Elder Dieter F. Uchtdorf's October 2025 GC Invitations - "Do Your Part with All Your Heart"
10/26/2025: S6 E9, Episode 170, Elder Dieter F. Uchtdorf, October 2025 General Conference, "Do Your Part with All Your Heart", invitations episode.Mitch identified the following invitations and shared how both he and Clay will take action:1. "Faith in Jesus Christ is a gift, but receiving it is a conscious choice that requires a commitment of all our 'might, mind and strength.' It is a practice of every day. Every hour. It takes constant learning and determined commitment. Our faith, which is our loyalty to the Savior, becomes stronger as it is tested against the opposition we face here in mortality. It endures because we keep nourishing it, we keep actively applying it, and we never give up. ... The fire of yesterday’s testimony can warm us for only so long. It needs constant nourishment to keep burning brightly."2. "God gives us gifts—of knowledge, of ability, of opportunity—and He wants us to use and amplify them so they can bless us and bless His other children. That doesn’t happen if we put those gifts high on a shelf like a trophy that we admire from time to time. Our gifts magnify and multiply only when we put them to use. ... I pray that the Spirit will help you recognize the gifts and talents God has given you. Then, let us, like the faithful servants in the Lord's parable, increase and magnify them."3. "Contemplate whether you have been blessed with one or more gifts like: Showing compassion; Noticing people who are overlooked; Finding reasons to be joyful; Being a peacemaker; Noticing small miracles; Giving sincere compliments; Forgiving; Repenting; Enduring; Explaining things simply; Connecting with children; Sustaining Church leaders; Helping others know that they belong."4. "Remember: 'By small and simple things are great things brought to pass.' So let us each do our little part."5. "Our part is to follow the Christ. It is our part to turn away from sin, turn toward the Savior, and walk in His way, one step at a time."6. "Where faith is weak, begin with a hope in Christ Jesus and in His power to cleanse and purify. Our Father asks that we approach this challenge of faith and discipleship not as casual tourists but as wholehearted believers who leave behind and abandon Babylon and set their hearts, minds, and steps toward Zion."7. "Step by step, little by little, we will grow ever closer to that great and perfect day when we will live with [God] and our loved ones in eternal glory. To get there, we must do our part today and every day. We are thankful for the steps we took yesterday, but we don’t stop there. We know we still have a long way to go, but we don’t let that discourage us. That is the essence of who we are—as followers of Christ."8. "I urge and bless every member of the Church, and all who desire to be part of it, to trust the Savior and engage, patiently and diligently, in doing your part with all your heart."Join the General Conference Applied newsletter hereContact us hereFollow us on Facebook hereFollow us on Instagram hereFollow us on X hereFollow us and watch the podcast on YouTube here
Oct 23, 2025 • 55min
Submitting Cheerfully and With Patience to All the Will of the Lord - "Proved and Strengthened in Christ" by President Henry B. Eyring - Oct 2025
10/23/2025: S6 E8, Episode 169, President Henry B. Eyring, October 2025 General Conference, "Proved and Strengthened in Christ", guest episode.*Special Guest*: Mitch and Clay were joined in this episode by Mitch's friend, Mitch Park. Mitch Park shared powerful verses from Mosiah 24, including verse 15: "[T]he burdens which were laid upon Alma and his brethren were made light; yea, the Lord did strengthen them that they could bear up their burdens with ease, and they did submit cheerfully and with patience to all the will of the Lord." He then shared the sacred experience of how this verse (and others) brought his parents comfort as his dad suffered and ultimately passed away from Leukemia.Join the General Conference Applied newsletter hereContact us hereFollow us on Facebook hereFollow us on Instagram hereFollow us on X hereFollow us and watch the podcast on YouTube here
Oct 23, 2025 • 7min
President Henry B. Eyring's Invitations: "Proved and Strengthened in Christ" - Oct 2025
10/23/2025: S6 E7, Episode 168, President Henry B. Eyring, October 2025 General Conference, "Proved and Strengthened in Christ", invitations episode.Mitch identified the following invitations and shared how both he and Clay will take action:1. "The Lord teaches that we are to continue to grow and never tire in our efforts, that we never give up, that we keep trying. … [R]emain faithful in our service."2. "[C]ontinue to have faith in Jesus Christ—even when things might feel impossible to us at the moment. … [T]rust Him."Join the General Conference Applied newsletter hereContact us hereFollow us on Facebook hereFollow us on Instagram hereFollow us on X hereFollow us and watch the podcast on YouTube here
Oct 19, 2025 • 41min
Miracles of Healing and Powerful Faith - "And Now I See" by President Jeffrey R. Holland - Oct 2025
10/19/2025: S6 E6, Episode 167, President Jeffrey R. Holland, October 2025 General Conference, "And Now I See", guest episode.*Special Guest*: Mitch and Clay were joined in this episode by a member of Clay's bishopric, Lee Wilson. Lee shared a powerful story of how a recent priesthood blessing cured his prostate cancer; and how he then had the opportunity to bear testimony of that miraculous healing, as well as of Jesus Christ and His power, to a group of 500 insurance professionals.Join the General Conference Applied newsletter hereContact us hereFollow us on Facebook hereFollow us on Instagram hereFollow us on X hereFollow us and watch the podcast on YouTube here
Oct 19, 2025 • 12min
Invitations: "And Now I See" by Jeffrey R. Holland - Oct 2025
President Jeffrey R. Holland gave another powerful address in the October 2025 General Conference of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. In "And Now I See," we spotted three invitations. This episode points those out and shares how the hosts of General Conference Applied plan to take action. Check out our full episode (dropping shortly) where we dive into the talk in detail, plus hear our guest's unforgettable miracle story!Subscribe to the free General Conference Applied Newsletter and Podcast to stay up to date with church leaders’ invitations and our application ideas and join us in becoming "Doers of the word!"
Oct 16, 2025 • 1h 26min
President Dallin H. Oaks - "The Family-Centered Gospel of Jesus Christ" - Growing up with 15 Siblings!
10/16/2025: S6 E4, Episode 165, President Dallin H. Oaks, October 2025 General Conference, "The Family-Centered Gospel of Jesus Christ", guest episode.*Special Guests*: Mitch and Clay were joined in this episode by Teryn and Kawiti Finlayson, former members of Clay's ward in the Bear Lake area of Utah/Idaho where they manage a portfolio of rental properties called “Spectacular Stays” (great option for taking action on President Oaks' invitation to hold family reunions! For bookings, visit their website). The Finlaysons are the parents of nine children and live in Kauai, Hawaii. Highlights from the discussion include:Kawiti reflecting on growing up in a family of 16 kids (yes, all of whom have the same mom and dad).The Finlaysons' decision to have a big family.Clay sharing quotes and stories from President Oaks's biography.The importance of family reunions and family history work, including a story about Kawiti's great-great-great grandfather memorizing hundreds of years of family history.Kawiti's experience of miraculous healing after his mission.Kneeling together as a family for family prayer.Clay, Mitch, Teryn, and Kawiti sharing how they will take action on the invitations that President Oaks extended in his address.And much more!Join the General Conference Applied newsletter hereContact us hereFollow us on Facebook hereFollow us on Instagram hereFollow us on X hereFollow us and watch the podcast on YouTube here
Oct 16, 2025 • 9min
Invitations: "The Family-Centered Gospel of Jesus Christ"
10/16/2025: S6 E3, Episode 164, President Dallin H. Oaks, October 2025 General Conference, "The Family-Centered Gospel of Jesus Christ", invitations episode.Mitch identified the following invitations and shared how both he and Clay will take action:1. "It is vital that Latter-day Saints do not lose their understanding of the purpose of marriage and the value of children. … The national declines in marriage and childbearing are understandable for historic reasons, but Latter-day Saint values and practices should improve—not follow—those trends."2. "As parental influences diminish, Latter-day Saints still have a God-given responsibility to teach their children to prepare for our family destiny in eternity. … [E]very single mother can teach of the love of a Heavenly Father and the eventual blessings of a temple marriage. You too can do this!"3. "Parents, single or married—and others, like grandparents, who fill that role for children—are the master teachers. Their most effective teaching is by example. The family circle is the ideal place to demonstrate and learn eternal values, such as the importance of marriage and children, the purpose of life, and the true source of joy. It is also the best place to learn other essential lessons of life, such as kindness, forgiveness, self-control, and the value of education and honest work."4. "[M]any Church members have beloved family members who do not embrace gospel values and expectations. Such members need our love and patience."5. "Our Savior, Jesus Christ, is our ultimate role model. We will be blessed if we model our lives after His teachings and self-sacrifice."6. "Parents also have a duty to teach their children practical knowledge apart from gospel principles. … Parents should educate children in the basic skills of living, including working in the yard and home."7. "Families should organize family reunions to remember ancestors, which lead to the temple."8. "To find time to do what is truly worthwhile, many parents will find that they can turn their family on if they all turn their technologies off."9. "Great blessings come to families if they pray together, kneeling night and morning to offer thanks for blessings and to pray over common concerns. Families are also blessed as they worship together in Church services and in other devotional settings. Family bonds are also strengthened by family stories, creating family traditions, and sharing sacred experiences."10. "The sealing powers of the priesthood, directed by the keys restored in the Kirtland Temple, bring families together for eternity. They are currently being exercised in a growing number of temples of the Lord throughout the world. This is real. Let us be part of it."Join the General Conference Applied newsletter hereContact us hereFollow us on Facebook hereFollow us on Instagram hereFollow us on X hereFollow us and watch the podcast on YouTube here
Oct 12, 2025 • 41min
GCA S6 Preview and Oct 2025 GC Recap
10/12/2025: S6 E2, Episode 163, GCA S6 Preview and Oct 2025 GC Recap.Clay and Mitch provided a brief recap of the October 2025 General Conference, including a discussion around the top 6 tags from the conference (1. Jesus Christ; 2. Discipleship; 3. Adversity; 4. Love; 5. Atonement; 6. Healing). They also shared a roadmap of what listeners can expect in season 6 of General Conference Applied, including:The launch of the General Conference Applied newsletter. Emails will be sent every Sunday, Tuesday, and Thursday, and potentially even on Saturdays as explained below.Each general conference address will be accompanied by two podcast episodes: one 10-minute-or-less episode focused on the invitations and applications, and one 30-45 minute episode with a guest.A focus on all 33 general conference addresses first, and then the final 16-17 episodes of the season will be Return and Report episodes. In addition to Clay's and Mitch's voices and podcast guest voices in these episodes, newsletter subscribers will also have opportunity to share their voices.A "Farewell to President Russell M. Nelson and Welcome to the New Apostle" episode once the new apostle is called.General Conference+ material (i.e., the invitations that the First Presidency and the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles are extending on social media, in Church magazines, in Church school devotionals, and elsewhere) will be found exclusively in the General Conference Applied newsletter and will be delivered to subscribers' inboxes every Tuesday.A President Dallin H. Oaks listening schedule to listen to every general conference address, Church school devotional, and worldwide Church devotional that President Oaks has delivered from 1971 until the present, finishing the listening schedule the night before the solemn assembly in the April 2026 General Conference. Address links and other information would be sent out in the General Conference Applied newsletter every Saturday.A request for two individuals to volunteer five hours per week to help General Conference Applied grow: one to serve as an "administrative manager" and the other to serve as a "media manager." (Please contact Clay and Mitch if you are interested! Here is our email address: share@generalconferenceapplied.com).And much more!Join the General Conference Applied newsletter hereContact us hereFollow us on Facebook hereFollow us on Instagram hereFollow us on X hereFollow us and watch the podcast on YouTube here
Oct 10, 2025 • 39min
Impressions from the October 2025 General Conference
10/10/2025: S6 E1, Episode 162, Impressions from the October 2025 General Conference.Clay and Mitch, recording mere hours after the conclusion of the October 2025 General Conference, shared their initial impressions of the conference, including the addresses that resonated the most with them. They discussed apostolic interregnum, the current construction status of temples that have been announced (perhaps it should have been no surprise that no new temples were announced), how a few apostles provided a sneak peek of their general conference addresses on social media in the weeks leading up to the conference, and more!Join the General Conference Applied newsletter hereContact us hereFollow us on Facebook hereFollow us on Instagram hereFollow us on X hereFollow us and watch the podcast on YouTube here
