Melissa Inouye was an insightful author, scholar, and advocate. Having grown up in a multicultural family, she navigated diverse cultural landscapes with particular skill. Inouye's education in Asian and Pacific Island studies, as well as her PhD in Chinese history from Harvard University, informed her prolific writings. Living and studying abroad in Asia enriched her understanding of global issues and inspired her to explore Latter-day Saint themes within a broader cultural context. She was known for her ability to navigate doctrinal teachings and diverse perspectives with characteristic compassion. Through her books and essays, Inouye's voice and legacy continue to contribute to ongoing conversations about faith, identity, and the human condition.

Sara Loosli Kimball is a teacher at heart. She is a former high school English teacher and a former seminary and institute teacher. She currently teaches Gospel Doctrine in the Oakland 1st ward. Sara also loves fitness and currently teaches strength and core fitness classes in the Bay Area. She and her husband David are the proud parents of two daughters, two sons, one daughter in law, and two cats (and they adore them all). They are loving their new status as empty nesters, and spend their new found free time hiking, traveling, and skiing together.

Kimberley Brown Sorenson, known affectionately by her friends as “Brown”, was born on the border in spicy El Paso, Texas. She was raised by wonderful parents who instilled the Four F’s: Faith, Family, Friends, and Football. Brown attended LDSBC and served a mission in the heartland of Wisconsin where she milked cows, sampled delicious cheeses, and taught the gospel to some fine folk—Go Packers! For four years she was a nanny for Arnold Schwarzenegger and Maria Shriver where she loved their kids and traveled the world. Brown is a single mom to four great kids and spends A LOT of time cheering her son’s football team and applying red lipstick to her daughter before dance recitals. Brown would kill a man for a street taco and a Diet Mountain Dew, extra ice. You will always find Peanut M&M’s in her voluminous purse, along with enough hair and makeup supplies to ready a professional theater group. Her gift of faith has been an anchor to her in the many hardships she has faced. The most true thing Brown knows is that the Holy Ghost speaks to us and lets us know what is right and what is wrong.

Stephan Taeger is a professor of ancient scripture at BYU. His research focuses on homiletics (the study of preaching), narrative instruction, and ancient scripture. He also loves interfaith dialogue. He and his wife, Kirsten, have six children. Stephan loves reading, writing, nature, and music.

Daniel Becerra is a scholar of early Christianity and an assistant professor of ancient scripture at Brigham Young University. His research focuses on moral formation in ancient Christianity and in the Latter-day Saint tradition. He is the author or co-author of numerous works, including 3rd, 4th Nephi: A Brief Theological Introduction (2020) and Book of Mormon Studies: An Introduction and Guide (2022).

Wendy Stucki is a native of California, where she met and married her husband, Grant. They have lived in Alpine, UT for the last 30 years. She loves everything about being a mother and grandmother to her 6 children and 22 grandchildren. She loves learning new things, good music, especially if it involves dancing in the kitchen, and making a meal that brings people together. Her budding love of the Savior and His gospel began with faithful early morning seminary teachers and now runs deep in her soul. Wendy and Grant recently returned from serving a mission in Harare Zimbabwe.

Nichole Smith is a dedicated homeschooling mom to six children, finding joy in the daily journey of teaching them. She enjoys traveling, reading, indulging in chocolate, and creating delicious meals. Her happy place is Lake Powell, where she loves spending quality time with her family. Passionate about gospel discussions, she delights in studying General Conference talks with friends. Those who know Nichole describe her as inclusive and incredibly supportive.

Amanda is a mother of 3, wife to an amazing husband, and disciple of Jesus Christ. She is a passionate entrepreneur running La Petite Maison, a French antique boutique in Draper, Utah with her husband Scott. With a love for storytelling through history, their boutique offers timeless pieces that speak to the heart. She loves creating everyday magic for people and creating whimsy and wonder in the world around her. Family is her anchor, and she cherishes moments spent discovering the world with them.

Kyle R. Walker is an administrator in the Counseling Center at Brigham Young University–Idaho, where he has also taught part-time in Religious Education. He received his PhD in marriage and family therapy from Brigham Young University. His doctoral dissertation focused on the family dynamics of the Joseph Sr. and Lucy Mack Smith family. He is the editor of United by Faith: The Joseph Sr. and Lucy Mack Smith Family. He is also the author of the award-winning biography William B. Smith: In the Shadow of the Prophet.

Brooke grew up in Draper Utah. She adores her family and loves spending as much time with them as possible. Brooke loves speaking Spanish, especially with the missionaries she teaches at the MTC. In her free time she plays tennis, spends time in the mountains, and bakes! Brooke is currently a student at BYU, studying family studies and enjoying every bit of it! She loves Jesus Christ and wants to talk about Him always because He is the source of true joy and peace!