Early Homecoming: Insights from Missionaries who Returned Early
Kristen Reber, author of Early Homecoming: A Resource for Early-Returned Missionaries, their Church Leaders, and Family, shares stories and insights from returning home early from her Latter-day Saint mission that provide healing and hope to those experiencing the myriad of emotions that come from an early return. Also included in this podcast are interviews with other missionaries who have returned home early, parents, church leaders, and experts.
Podcasting since 2019 • 60 episodes
Early Homecoming: Insights from Missionaries who Returned Early
Latest Episodes
061: Josie shares her raw feelings about returning home early due to a difficult adjustment and stress hives
At the time of this recording, Josie had been home from her mission for only eight months. Her feelings are raw and poignant as she shares the ups and downs of her mission. She struggled adjusting to mission life and would frequently call her m...
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Episode 61
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49:16
060: Amanda shares her story of hope and healing after having her leg amputated below the knee after getting hit by a car on her mission
Amanda Evergreen--also known as the One-Footed Phoenix--joined me to share her story of hope and healing after having her leg amputated below the knee after getting hit by a car on her mission. Amanda walks me through her struggles with mental ...
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Episode 60
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39:20
059: Cody shares his story of healing from narcissistic abuse while on his mission
Cody endured bullying in childhood and in his teenage years at school and at church. Despite this, he has a deep love for the gospel and still desired to serve a mission. He served in the south and it was a very difficult mission--not only beca...
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Episode 59
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1:00:36
058: Edina shares her story of returning home early to help her mom with depression
Edina lives in Hungary and was 27 years old when she joined the church. Eight years later, at the age of 35, she decided to serve a mission. It was not an easy decision for her, but she chose to do it because of her love and trust in Heavenly F...
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Episode 58
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37:50
057: Brady shares his story of returning home early due to anxiety and depression
Having been born and raised in the church, Brady was excited to serve a mission. He had a bit of anxiety in the beginning as he adjusted to Brazilian culture and the language. After he became a district leader, his anxiety increased quite a bit...
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Episode 57
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44:57