Meet Cadence Hatch, a recently returned missionary of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Cadence served in the Uruguay, Montevideo mission.

In this far-ranging conversation, we discuss climbing Mt. Kilimanjaro and other emotional, spiritual, and physical mountains climbed over her time as a missionary.

Verses of scripture referenced in this conversation include:

Luke 1:37

Ether 12:27

Mosiah 18:10-11

Helaman 5:12

In the end, her invitation to just get out and do it. Don't do it for yourself, but do it for others.

If you or someone you love is a very recently returned missionary and would like to do a similar conversation to this, please send an email to alma526rm@gmail.com and we will get it lined up.

If you have felt a change in your heart through this conversation, and are feeling prompted to "sing" and take action, I invite you to get into action right now and continue with that action, so that when the question, "Can You Feel So Now?" is asked, you can answer with a resounding, YES!

This is a wide-ranging conversation with recently returned missionary, Lauryn Spilsbury, who serve in the Washington, Spokane Mission of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Verses of scripture referenced in this conversation include:

Alma 17:11

Mosiah 18:9

Moroni 7:18

Lauryn expresses the importance of gratitude for everything; the personal relationship change between her and Jesus Christ, who sat with her in her pain in Gethsemane; doing everything for Christ; and being filled with the love of Jesus Christ.

If you, or someone you know and love are a very recently-returned missionary of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, and would like to record a similar conversation, please send an email to alma526rm@gmail.com.

And if you have experienced a change of heart from this conversation, and if you have felt an invitation to do something about it, I implore you to get out and act on it NOW... so that when the question is asked, "Can You Feel So Now?", you can respond with an enthusiastic YES!

A quick introduction to what the Can You Feel So Now project is about.

*Welcome to the Can You Feel So Now Podcast! I’m your host, Justin Barton, and I’m truly grateful to be here with you today. This podcast is designed to foster meaningful and impactful conversations centered around the experiences of recently returned missionaries of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.*

*In each episode, we’ll explore the lessons learned, insights gained, and patterns observed during their missions. We’ll talk about the trials faced and the low spots navigated, along with the convictions that have been changed and strengthened through their service. My hope is that through these discussions, we can inspire feelings of hope, worth, and personal growth, as well as help these remarkable individuals recognize the significant changes they’ve undergone.*

*The Can You Feel So Now Podcast aims to help you remember the feelings from growing a real and personal relationship with God, feelings that inspire enduring, positive changes in our lives. As Alma 5:26 beautifully states, “And now behold, I say unto you… if you have experienced a change of heart, and if you have felt to sing the song of redeeming love, I would ask, can you feel so now?” This powerful question invites us to reflect on our own experiences and the impact they have on our hearts.*

*Throughout this podcast, we will delve deep into the transformative power of faith and service. Each episode will offer a space for reflection, encouragement, and connection. I believe that sharing these stories is vital—not only for the returned missionaries but also for everyone listening. We all have moments of change, times when we’ve felt that redeeming love, and we can draw strength from one another’s experiences.*

*So, whether you’re a returned missionary, someone preparing to serve, or simply someone seeking to deepen your relationship with God, I invite you to join me on this journey. Together, we will celebrate the joys of faith, acknowledge the challenges, and recognize the profound impact our experiences can have on our lives.*

*Thank you for being here with me today as we embark on this adventure together. I’m excited to explore the stories and insights that will unfold in future episodes!*

*Before we close, just a quick note: Can You Feel So Now is not a production of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. The experiences shared here are personal and may not reflect the doctrines or stances of the Church.*

*If you or a loved one are interested in recording a similar conversation, please email us at alma526rm@gmail.com, and we’ll be happy to help! And if you find that you’ve experienced a change of heart from anything shared here today, I invite you to put that inspiration into action—TODAY and every day—so that when you are asked, “Can you feel so now?”, you can respond with an enthusiastic YES!*