Thinking Celestial - A ”Follow The Prophet” Series Podcast
This podcast series is produced at the Taylorsville Utah Institute of Religion at Salt Lake Community College Redwood Campus. Student-hosted podcasts include various guests exploring a variety of gospel topics. Each episode seeks to help listeners find ways to fulfill President Russell M. Nelson’s October 2023 charge to ”Think Celestial.”
Episodes

4 days ago
4 days ago
In this bonus episode, recently returned missionary Olivia Burbidge spends time with her dad discussing the conference talk that inspired her to serve a mission. They talk about missionary work, her service in the England London Mission, and how the Book of Mormon is truly the tool for gathering Israel. Central to the discussion is Elder Quintin L. Cook's address from the April 2023 general conference entitled "Safely Gathered Home." Find the talk here: https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2023/04/15cook?lang=eng
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The Thinking Celestial is a "Follow the Prophet" podcast series produced by the Taylorsville Institute of Religion faculty and students at the Salt Lake Community College Redwood campus.
These episodes are part of a class administered by the Taylorville Institute during the Spring 2024 Semester. If you'd like to enroll in the class and participate in future discussions and podcasts, register for REL 390RA today here: https://myinstitute.churchofjesuschrist.org/signup/1510275/quick
We invite you to visit https://myinstitute.churchofjesuschrist.org/institute/15280 and register for any class.
The views, opinions, and doctrines shared in this podcast are not official doctrines of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
Questions, thoughts, and suggestions for future episodes can be directed to TaylorsvilleInstitute@ChurchofJesusChrist.org.
If you liked our podcast, please share it on social media.

Monday Apr 28, 2025
Ep116 S4: Gary Nelson "Spiritually Whole in Him" Camille N. Johnson
Monday Apr 28, 2025
Monday Apr 28, 2025
In this, the final episode of the semester and of season 4, Dr. Kirk Burbidge and Gary Nelson, the Director of the Taylorsville Institute, share gospel insights about "Spiritually Whole Him." We explore the concepts of healing and placing trust in the Lord as essential aspects of wholeness. Our conversation is informed by President Camile N. Johnson's address from the April 2025 General Conference. See the original address here: https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2025/04/14johnson?lang=eng
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Enroll in this institute class here: https://myinstitute.churchofjesuschrist.org/signup/1510275/quick
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Thinking Celestial is a "Follow the Prophet" podcast series produced by the Taylorsville Institute of Religion faculty and students at the Salt Lake Community College Redwood campus.
These episodes are part of a class administered by the Taylorville Institute. If you'd like to enroll in the class and participate in future discussions and podcasts, register for REL 390RA today here: https://myinstitute.churchofjesuschrist.org/signup/1510275/quick
We invite you to visit https://myinstitute.churchofjesuschrist.org/institute/15280 and register for any class.
The views, opinions, and doctrines shared in this podcast are not official doctrines of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
Questions, thoughts, and suggestions for future episodes can be directed to TaylorsvilleInstitute@ChurchofJesusChrist.org.
If you liked our podcast, please share it on social media.

Monday Apr 28, 2025
Ep115 S4: Naomi Evans "Receive His Gift" Patrick Kearon
Monday Apr 28, 2025
Monday Apr 28, 2025
This episode highlights insights from Dr. Kirk Burbidge and Taylorsville Institute student Naomi Evans. Together, we explore the beautiful journey of seeing ourselves through God's eyes and embracing the amazing gift of our divine parentage. We also delve into Elder Patrick Kearon's inspiring address from the April 2025 General Conference. See the original address here: https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2025/04/55kearon?lang=eng
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Enroll in this institute class here: https://myinstitute.churchofjesuschrist.org/signup/1510275/quick
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Thinking Celestial is a "Follow the Prophet" podcast series produced by the Taylorsville Institute of Religion faculty and students at the Salt Lake Community College Redwood campus.
These episodes are part of a class administered by the Taylorville Institute. If you'd like to enroll in the class and participate in future discussions and podcasts, register for REL 390RA today here: https://myinstitute.churchofjesuschrist.org/signup/1510275/quick
We invite you to visit https://myinstitute.churchofjesuschrist.org/institute/15280 and register for any class.
The views, opinions, and doctrines shared in this podcast are not official doctrines of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
Questions, thoughts, and suggestions for future episodes can be directed to TaylorsvilleInstitute@ChurchofJesusChrist.org.
If you liked our podcast, please share it on social media.

Monday Apr 21, 2025
Ep114 S4: Kolby Hales "Confidence in the Presence of God" Russell M. Nelson
Monday Apr 21, 2025
Monday Apr 21, 2025
This episode features Dr. Kirk Burbidge and "Master" Kolby Hales as they dive into the first review of the April 2025 General Conference. Naturally, they're focusing on President Nelson's inspiring address, "Confidence in the Presence of God." Together, they explore how embracing gospel principles, maintaining consistent church attendance, and keeping covenants can nurture a vibrant presence of the Spirit in a disciple's life. See the original address here: https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2025/04/57nelson?lang=eng
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Enroll in this institute class here: https://myinstitute.churchofjesuschrist.org/signup/1510275/quick
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Thinking Celestial is a "Follow the Prophet" podcast series produced by the Taylorsville Institute of Religion faculty and students at the Salt Lake Community College Redwood campus.
These episodes are part of a class administered by the Taylorville Institute. If you'd like to enroll in the class and participate in future discussions and podcasts, register for REL 390RA today here: https://myinstitute.churchofjesuschrist.org/signup/1510275/quick
We invite you to visit https://myinstitute.churchofjesuschrist.org/institute/15280 and register for any class.
The views, opinions, and doctrines shared in this podcast are not official doctrines of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
Questions, thoughts, and suggestions for future episodes can be directed to TaylorsvilleInstitute@ChurchofJesusChrist.org.
If you liked our podcast, please share it on social media.

Monday Apr 21, 2025
Monday Apr 21, 2025
Three spirited seniors from Cyprus High School Seminary- Lilly Zito, Andrew Egan, and Ella Burbidge- come together with Dr. Kirk Burbidge for a delightful discussion about the April 2025 General Conference. They share their favorite highlights and insights from this recent spiritual feast, making it a vibrant conversation worth tuning into! See the entire conference here: https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2025/04?lang=eng
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Enroll in this institute class here: https://myinstitute.churchofjesuschrist.org/signup/1510275/quick
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Thinking Celestial is a "Follow the Prophet" podcast series produced by the Taylorsville Institute of Religion faculty and students at the Salt Lake Community College Redwood campus.
These episodes are part of a class administered by the Taylorville Institute. If you'd like to enroll in the class and participate in future discussions and podcasts, register for REL 390RA today here: https://myinstitute.churchofjesuschrist.org/signup/1510275/quick
We invite you to visit https://myinstitute.churchofjesuschrist.org/institute/15280 and register for any class.
The views, opinions, and doctrines shared in this podcast are not official doctrines of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
Questions, thoughts, and suggestions for future episodes can be directed to TaylorsvilleInstitute@ChurchofJesusChrist.org.
If you liked our podcast, please share it on social media.

Wednesday Apr 16, 2025
Ep112 S4: Alan & Amy Sackett Part 2 - April 2025 Conference Reactions and Review
Wednesday Apr 16, 2025
Wednesday Apr 16, 2025
In this episode, the Sacketts and the Burbidges gather around the dinner table to warmly exchange their initial thoughts and reactions to a delightful spiritual feast from April 2025: General Conference. This is the second part of a two-part series episode, filled with insights and connections! See the entire conference here: https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2025/04?lang=eng
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Enroll in this institute class here: https://myinstitute.churchofjesuschrist.org/signup/1510275/quick
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Thinking Celestial is a "Follow the Prophet" podcast series produced by the Taylorsville Institute of Religion faculty and students at the Salt Lake Community College Redwood campus.
These episodes are part of a class administered by the Taylorville Institute. If you'd like to enroll in the class and participate in future discussions and podcasts, register for REL 390RA today here: https://myinstitute.churchofjesuschrist.org/signup/1510275/quick
We invite you to visit https://myinstitute.churchofjesuschrist.org/institute/15280 and register for any class.
The views, opinions, and doctrines shared in this podcast are not official doctrines of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
Questions, thoughts, and suggestions for future episodes can be directed to TaylorsvilleInstitute@ChurchofJesusChrist.org.
If you liked our podcast, please share it on social media.

Wednesday Apr 16, 2025
Ep111 S4: Alan & Amy Sackett Part 1 - April 2025 Conference Reactions and Review
Wednesday Apr 16, 2025
Wednesday Apr 16, 2025
In this episode, the Sacketts and the Burbidges gather around the dinner table to warmly exchange their initial thoughts and reactions to a delightful spiritual feast from April 2025: General Conference. This is the first part of a two-part series episode, filled with insights and connections! See the entire conference here: https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2025/04?lang=eng
_______________
Enroll in this institute class here: https://myinstitute.churchofjesuschrist.org/signup/1510275/quick
_______________
Thinking Celestial is a "Follow the Prophet" podcast series produced by the Taylorsville Institute of Religion faculty and students at the Salt Lake Community College Redwood campus.
These episodes are part of a class administered by the Taylorville Institute. If you'd like to enroll in the class and participate in future discussions and podcasts, register for REL 390RA today here: https://myinstitute.churchofjesuschrist.org/signup/1510275/quick
We invite you to visit https://myinstitute.churchofjesuschrist.org/institute/15280 and register for any class.
The views, opinions, and doctrines shared in this podcast are not official doctrines of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
Questions, thoughts, and suggestions for future episodes can be directed to TaylorsvilleInstitute@ChurchofJesusChrist.org.
If you liked our podcast, please share it on social media.

Monday Apr 07, 2025
Monday Apr 07, 2025
In this episode, Brother Kirk Burbidge leads an institute class to discover what they consider their most memorable moments from the October 2024 General Conference. Review the entire conference here: https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2024/10?lang=eng
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Enroll in this institute class here: https://myinstitute.churchofjesuschrist.org/signup/1510275/quick
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Thinking Celestial is a "Follow the Prophet" podcast series produced by the Taylorsville Institute of Religion faculty and students at the Salt Lake Community College Redwood campus.
These episodes are part of a class administered by the Taylorville Institute. If you'd like to enroll in the class and participate in future discussions and podcasts, register for REL 390RA today here: https://myinstitute.churchofjesuschrist.org/signup/1510275/quick
We invite you to visit https://myinstitute.churchofjesuschrist.org/institute/15280 and register for any class.
The views, opinions, and doctrines shared in this podcast are not official doctrines of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
Questions, thoughts, and suggestions for future episodes can be directed to TaylorsvilleInstitute@ChurchofJesusChrist.org.
If you liked our podcast, please share it on social media.

Thinking Celestial - A "Follow the Prophet" Series Podcast
The Thinking Celestial is a “Follow the Prophet” podcast series produced by the Taylorsville Institute of Religion faculty and students at the Salt Lake Community College Redwood campus.
Episodes are part of a class administered by the Taylorville Institute during the Spring 2024 Semester. If you’d like to enroll in the class and participate in future discussions and podcasts, register for REL 390RA today here: https://myinstitute.churchofjesuschrist.org/signup/1472984
We invite you to visit https://myinstitute.churchofjesuschrist.org/institute/15280 and register for any class.
The views, opinions, and doctrines shared in this podcast are not official doctrines of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
Questions, thoughts, and suggestions for future episodes can be directed to TaylorsvilleInstitute@ChurchofJesusChrist.org.
IF you liked our podcast, please share it!