Stories of Faith

How an unexpected journey to motherhood led this woman back to the gospel

Cambrie and Jadrian Taylor, with their son Jadrian Jr., celebrate moments before Jadrian's baptism, in San Tan Valley, Arizona, April 21, 2024.
Cambrie and Jadrian Taylor, with their son Jadrian Jr., celebrate moments before Jadrian's baptism, in San Tan Valley, Arizona, April 21, 2024.
Provided by Cambrie Taylor for the Church News

In quiet moments, reminiscing on her journey of faith, Cambrie Taylor, an Arizona Latter-day Saint, recalls the Lord’s hand directing her—even when she pushed it away. ...

Having grown up as a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Taylor holds fond memories of attending church, sharing relationships with her five siblings, and growing closer to God. “In my eyes, it was just the most beautiful childhood,” she said. ...

As she went through her high school years, and as the COVID-19 pandemic began to spread, her sphere of influence grew dark, and her circle of friends left her questioning her faith. ...

About a year later, in 2021, Taylor and her boyfriend, Jadrian Taylor, found out they were having a baby boy—Jadrian Jr.

Cambrie Taylor describes it as one of the most spiritually defining moments that led to her religious renewal, an “epiphany”: “I really had to refocus my life and wanted to ask, ‘What do I want?’" she said. ...

Visit the Church News to read more about Cambrie’s powerful return to the gospel.

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