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 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: [email protected]).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
Oct 2, 2025 • 1h 7min
April 2025 General Conference Applications – Return and Report: Elder Kim and Elder Tai
10/2/2025: S5 E52, Episode 161, April 2025 General Conference Applications – Return and Report: Elder Kim and Elder Tai.Clay and Mitch and former guests Jace Boyle and Nick Potter reported how they have taken action on the following invitations from the April 2025 General Conference addresses delivered by Elder Christopher H. Kim and Elder Benjamin M.Z. Tai:Elder Kim:1. "What can we do to not harden our hearts? First, we can practice daily repentance…. Second, we can practice humility…. Third, we can trust and rely on our Savior."Elder Tai:1. "We can consistently experience God's love when we ... frankly forgive."2. "We can consistently experience God's love when we ... selflessly serve others."3. "If you would like to feel the love of God more abundantly in your life, may I invite you to consider the following: First, pause frequently to remember that you are a child of God and think of the things you are grateful for. Second, pray daily, asking Heavenly Father to help you know who around you needs to feel His love. Third, ask sincerely what you can do to help that individual to feel the love of God. And fourth, act promptly on the inspiration you receive."Contact us hereShow notes are located hereKeep track of the invitations extended in the April 2025 General Conference hereFollow us on Facebook hereFollow us on Instagram hereFollow us on X hereFollow us and watch the podcast on YouTube here
Sep 28, 2025 • 47min
April 2025 General Conference Applications – Return and Report: Elder Strong and Elder Whiting
9/28/2025: S5 E51, Episode 160, April 2025 General Conference Applications – Return and Report: Elder Strong and Elder Whiting.Clay and Mitch and former guests Landon Tracy and Nate Boyle reported how they have taken action on the following invitations from the April 2025 General Conference addresses delivered by Elder Michael B. Strong and Elder Scott D. Whiting:Elder Strong:1. "To be the Lord's disciples, we must intentionally imitate His thoughts and actions every day—for example, His obedience, humility, and patience."2. "[Notice] the unspoken need and [act] in love."3. "I earnestly pray that we may follow President Nelson's invitation to prioritize our discipleship. May we 'pray unto the Father with all the energy of heart' to 'be filled with this love, which he hath bestowed upon all who are true followers of his Son, Jesus Christ; … that when he shall appear we shall be like him.'"Elder Whiting:1. "Don't hide from those who will love and support you; rather, run to them. Good bishops, branch presidents, and leaders can help you access the healing power of the Atonement of Jesus Christ. To those who may be in hiding, we implore you to come back. You need what the gospel and the Atonement of Jesus Christ offer, and we need what you offer. God knows your sins; you cannot hide from Him. Reconcile yourself before Him. … Beware this second temptation! Follow the counsel of prophets both ancient and modern and know that you cannot hide from a loving Father. Instead, avail yourself of the miraculous healing power of the Atonement of Jesus Christ."2. "As His Saints, each of us must foster a culture of belonging in the Church that is loving, accepting, and encouraging of all who desire to progress along His path." [To new converts and others who struggle with maintaining worthy lifestyle changes:] We love you… We accept you… At a time when you need our love and support the most, don't be deceived into thinking that we will reject you if you take a step back into your prior lifestyle."Contact us hereShow notes are located hereKeep track of the invitations extended in the April 2025 General Conference hereFollow us on Facebook hereFollow us on Instagram hereFollow us on X hereFollow us and watch the podcast on YouTube here
Sep 26, 2025 • 1h 16min
April 2025 General Conference Applications – Return and Report: Elder James R. Rasband, Elder Vargas, Elder Shumway, and Elder McCune
9/26/2025: S5 E50, Episode 159, April 2025 General Conference Applications – Return and Report: Elder James R. Rasband, Elder Vargas, Elder Shumway, and Elder McCune.Clay, Mitch, and their guest, Maddy Tueller, reported how they have taken action on the following invitations from the April 2025 General Conference addresses delivered by Elder James R. Rasband, Elder Sergio R. Vargas, Elder Steven D. Shumway, and Elder John A. McCune:Elder Rasband:1. "President Russell M. Nelson invited us to study the dedicatory prayer of the Kirtland Temple, recorded in section 109 of the Doctrine and Covenants."2. "For those who sometimes struggle to feel answers to prayer, seeking the Lord's mercy is one of the most powerful ways to feel the witness of the Holy Ghost."Elder Vargas:1. "At that very moment, a concerned priesthood holder stood in front of me. He lovingly invited me to focus on Christ and not on the situation we had experienced in class. As I looked back on the experience with him, he shared with me that he heard a voice tell him, 'Go after him; he is important to me.'"2. "The Prophet Joseph Smith taught that 'a man filled with the love of God, is not content with blessing his family alone, but ranges through the whole world, anxious to bless the whole human race.'"Elder Shumway:1. "[S]erve because we love God and want to live our covenants."2. "[A]ct in faith to do something beyond our abilities."Elder McCune:1. "As we make and keep covenants, we will naturally turn outward and have a desire to help others feel the measure of joy and love we feel in our covenantal relationships. We can be part of the greatest cause on the earth today—the gathering of Israel. We can help to bring God's children to Christ."Contact us hereShow notes are located hereKeep track of the invitations extended in the April 2025 General Conference hereFollow us on Facebook hereFollow us on Instagram hereFollow us on X hereFollow us and watch the podcast on YouTube here
Sep 21, 2025 • 1h 29min
How Bishops and Stake Presidents Extend Callings – Elder Steven D. Shumway Bonus Episode
9/21/2025: S5 E49, Episode 158, How Bishops and Stake Presidents Extend Callings – Elder Steven D. Shumway Bonus Episode, Elder Steven D. Shumway, April 2025 General Conference, "Participate to Prepare for Christ's Return".As a special bonus episode, Clay and Mitch discussed the responses to five questions that bishops and former bishops (one in their own voice!) provided. Here are those five questions:1. "How specific is spiritual guidance on placing people in callings? Is every calling spiritually directed or are some left up to the Presiding priesthood leader's judgment?"2. "What about when people reject a calling or ask to be released? How common is this? Which callings are hardest to fill?"3. "What about when people reject a calling or ask to be released? How common is this? Which callings are hardest to fill?"4. "What's the spiritual reaction and/or next step to find someone else if the Holy Ghost told you to call someone who says no?"5. "Assuming you plan on a life of service, what makes you personally always intend to hold a calling?"Contact us hereShow notes are located hereKeep track of the invitations extended in the April 2025 General Conference hereFollow us on Facebook hereFollow us on Instagram hereFollow us on X hereFollow us and watch the podcast on YouTube here
