Presenters
Wednesday General Sessions
Evening
April 29, 6:00–9:00 p.m.
A short intermission will be held from 7:20–7:40 p.m.
Jen Thatcher
Fill Your Life with Light and Truth
Noelani Wayas
God Loves You This Very Day and Always
Noelle Pikus Pace
To Be Whole, Not Flawless: Understanding Perfection in Christ
Sister Tamara W. Runia
First Counselor, Young Women General Presidency
Thursday General Sessions
Morning
April 30, 9:00–10:15 a.m.
Sheri Dew
May We Arise and Shine Forth as Women of Light
(Wendy W. Nelson) Scriptures references: Isaiah 60:1; 3 Nephi 18:24
Afternoon
April 30, 3:15–4:15 p.m.
President Camille N. Johnson
General Relief Society Presidency
Friday General Sessions
Morning
May 1, 9:00–10:15 a.m.
BYU First Lady Wendy Reese, BYU President C. Shane Reese
Special WC 50th Anniversary Session—Women of Light
May 1, 3:30–4:25 p.m.
Sandra Rogers
Becoming Women of Light: Letting the Savior Transform our Hearts
Afternoon
May 1, 4:45–5:45 p.m.
Elder David A. Bednar, Quorum of the Twelve Apostles
Concurrent Session Speakers
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When Sad Days Come: Finding Peace and Joy through the Savior
Trauma therapist, LCSW, wife, and mother of three. Raised in Houston, she worked in corporate relations connecting executives and frontline teams. She now helps others move from survival to healing through emotional and body awareness and faith in God.
A Willing Heart: Understanding and Living the Law of Consecration
A wife and mother of seven; a pediatric nurse navigating her own health struggles; a lover of people, travel, and all things active; a returned missionary who finds Christ in life’s ups and downs and shares how the Savior shows her a better way.
Finding Happiness Now
Married with 5 “Neopolitan” children with strawberry, chocolate, and vanilla hair; BYU teacher of writing, literature, and global women’s studies; co-creator of BYU Walks app tour: “Celebrating Women Who Built BYU”; loves travel, music, family, and pie
Young Adults: Strengthened in Fierce Winds by Faith in Christ
Arab-American, returned missionary, published author, and disciple of Christ; values faith, family, and personal growth; enjoys strength training, writing, and mentoring others; known for determination, empathy, and a calm presence in hard moments
Gathering Light: Learning from Women of Other Faiths (moderator) and Building Bonds and Healing Wounds: Fostering Healthy Family Relationships
Mental health educator, author, and storyteller; real interfaith and human connection conversations are her favorites; as a lupus warrior, mother of two miracle children, empty nester and sourdough baker means more time with her fabulous husband
A Divine View: Rising Above the Noise of Comparison
Wife, filmmaker, photographer, storyteller, follower of Jesus Christ, former Girls Camp Director and Relief Society President, crafter, believer in truth, living faith boldly, recognizing divine worth as women, and becoming who we are created to be
Following Prophetic Light in a Changing and Challenging World
Gerrit Dirkmaat is a professor of Church History and Doctrine at BYU. He has a PhD in American History and worked on the Joseph Smith Papers project. He is also the host of the Standard of Truth Podcast, providing answers to Church history questions.
The Great Blessing of Friendships (moderator) and Rooted in Christ: Nourishing Deeper and Stronger Gospel Roots
Disciple of Jesus. Wife, mother of six, missionary mom, soon-to-be mother-in-law. BYU Women's Conference Committee member. Fun-seeker, world traveler, question-asker, story-collector. Last to leave the party
Love Begins at Home: Fostering Belonging and Inclusion for LGBTQ Family Members
BYU professor of Religion; Editor-in-chief of BYU Studies; teaches and researches on religion, family life, mental health, and LGBTQ+ individuals; husband to Aislin; dad of six; loves games, hikes, and BYU ice cream
Nurturing the Light of My Testimony of Jesus Christ
Jenet Jacob Erickson: wife, mother, associate professor in Religious Education at BYU; researcher of women’s wellbeing, religion’s influence and the power of covenant relationships; loves working with students, and learning with and from her family
Whom I Love I Also Chasten
Barbara Morgan Gardner loves Jesus Christ and His gospel and helping others Walk with Him in scriptures and sites. She loves being a wife, mother, BYU Religion professor, host of "Grounded," and co-founding Women of Covenant Leadership and...chocolate.
Tell me the Stories of Jesus: The Power of Gospel Teaching in the Home
Weber State University graduate (2004), Dental Hygienist, devoted wife, mother of five, currently the ward Relief Society President but wishing for primary pianist, ward organist…for life, runner, traveler, and home improvement enthusiast.
Creating Safe Spaces for Difficult Conversations
Aliah Hall, LCSW, is a clinical counselor at BYU–Hawaii and a featured voice on the LDS Living Sunday on Monday and Magnify podcasts, sharing insights on faith, worth, and healing. She serves in Primary and loves strengthening individuals through Christ
Grace Across the Table: Christlike Love in Families of Different Beliefs
Dr. Erin Kramer Holmes is a professor and Director of the BYU School of Family Life. Her research focuses on fathering, mothering, and work–family life. A nationally recognized scholar and mentor, she leads with faith, belonging, and service
Where Love Leads: Living Our Faith through Service
Truth seeker; Hope hugger; Clinger to the assurance that ALL will work out through the Gift of the Atonement of Jesus Christ; Religious freedom multi-faith advocate; Global champion of crippled children born with clubfoot and those who care for them
Rest, Remember and Reconnect: Living the Principle of the Sabbath
Mother of 4. Gatherer. Nurturer. Connector. Motherline Skincare Founder and CEO. YSA bishopric with husband Joe. Kickboxing and mission prep trainer. Design director for J-Development. Misionera de Argentina. Professional makeup artist. Light seeker.
True Belonging in Christ: Embracing Joy and Purpose as a Single Disciple
Daughter, Sister, Aunty (BAE), and bestie. Jesus is my deliverer. Stake Primary President, all in Girls Camp, FSY and seminary, tell it like it is, a Patriot, "Party don't start til I walk in," Low maintenance, cat lady, one call and I'll be there, splits queen
Being Confident in Your Call to Lead
Aspiring Christlike leader, mother, wife, daughter, endowment worker at the Mount Timpanogos temple, Dean of the BYU Marriott School of Business, thrives on a daily dose of the scriptures, the NYTimes Games App, and chocolate.
Finding Strength in the Lord: Developing Emotional Resilience
Janeen is a Therapist and Adjunct Professor in Ancient Scripture at BYU. She is passionate about helping her clients build healthy relationships with their Savior, loved ones, and emotional worlds. She loves singing, hiking, and her little dog Scout!
Overcoming Loneliness through Authentic Connection (moderator) and Ministering with Empathy, Charity, and Wisdom
Happy wife and proud mama to one daughter and her 17 imaginary brothers, Marriage and Family Therapist, former Relief Society President who loves being a minister, occasional adjunct faculty at BYU, often found skiing, baking, playing games, or at the theatre
Nurturing Yourself as a Mother: Prioritizing Personal Renewal
Founder of Elavare; Helps women rediscover themselves, return to meaningful work, and rise. Global speaker; Single mother of five; YSA Stake Relief Society President; BA and MBA from BYU; Committed to strengthening women, families, and communities
Mourning with Those that Mourn: Bringing Comfort in Times of Grief
Wife and mom of 2 daughters and a son. Grandma of 2 beautiful boys. Temple worker, pianist, and loves to study the gospel. A champion of Mother Eve, the Plan of Salvation, agency, womanhood and the family. Will talk about Jesus with anyone, any time!
The Divine Pattern of Belonging: The Family is the Center of the Gospel
Wife, mother, religious educator, disciple of Jesus Christ. Her happy places: the House of the Lord, her garden, the middle of a good book, and anywhere the sun is shining. She loves cheering people! She is married to Jed and is the mother of two
Following Him: Seeking a Peacemaker’s Heart
Online sharer of real life with a hopeful twist; Author of 52 Modern Manners; Jesus seeker, connection crusader, gummy bear connoisseur, teen champion, nature lover, and sports watcher. Wife, mom, and Nammy to my favorite and forever people.
Heartfelt Prayer: Connecting with God, Anytime and Anywhere
Wife, mother of 6, grandma, Guatemala-El Salvador Mission, AA from BYU in Family Life, Primary, former Young Women and Relief Society President, Stake Relief Society President, Service Missionary, loves music, home decorating, photography, the mountains, the temple and time with my family
Finding Strength in the Lord: Developing Emotional Resilience
Josey Sewell is a wife, mother of three, and autism mom. A dental hygienist turned founder and leadership coach—and current Young Women’s President—she equips individuals to lead their businesses and lives with faith, discipline, and intention
Tell me the Stories of Jesus: The Power of Gospel Teaching in the Home
Wife to my best friend, mother of six incredible boys, disciple of Jesus Christ, gardener, pickleball lover, nature enthusiast, trail runner, life long learner. Bachelor of Science in Family Life Studies, MBA with Emphasis in Leadership
A Willing Heart: Understanding and Living the Law of Consecration
Joseph M. Spencer is an associate professor of ancient scripture at Brigham Young University. He's the author of seven books and dozens of articles on scripture and theology. He and his wife, Karen, are the parents of five
The Gift of New Beginnings Through Jesus Christ
wife and mother of five; writer and marketer; loves chasing sunsets; host of the Get Ready with God podcast; favorite part of serving as ward Relief Society president is serving sodas every week; currently lives in Provo, Utah
The Lord Loves Effort: He will Magnify Your Offering
Rocket scientist; author of Squashing the Imposter Syndrome; PhD, PE, PMP; humanitarian, mentor, and outdoor enthusiast; helps others overcome self-doubt and build confidence to embrace unlimited potential through faith, effort, and practical tools.
Raising Resilient Hearts: Helping Children Develop Emotional and Spiritual Strength
Husband, father, grandfather; Managing Director of Saprea; MPA from BYU's Marriott School; previously served in Young Men, Elders Quorum, Primary, Bishop, and Stake President; avid college football fan; passionate advocate for child protection