Episode 7... Sister Naomi Sayer entered the Austin, Texas Mission just four months ago. She has been serving as a full-time missionary for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. During high school, a popular Primary song inspired her to read the scriptures every morning before starting the day. This helped Sister Sayer grow closer to her Savior and have the courage to go on a mission.  The Parkside Ward has been incredibly fortunate to have such a valiant missionary serving in Central Texas. You might be humming this Primary tune for the rest of the day!  😉 Scripture Power Highlights 0:41 Family time 1:10 Family relationships 1:42 Developing faith 2:24  “Scripture Power” 3:20 Road trip

Episode 6...  Kiira Kentner has been referred to as Sister Kentner, a full-time representative for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, assigned to the Austin, Texas Mission. She has been in the mission field for 18 months and returns to her hometown of Kansas City this week. The Parkside Ward has been extremely blessed as Sister Kentner served the ward and its members along with the community. Her deep love for the Savior and clear testimony of His gospel were evident at a very early age. You will love hearing how her missionary service began in elementary school with a passion to share The Book of Mormon with her neighborhood friend.  Highlights  0:48 Reading the scriptures  1:48 Sharing the gospel at an early age  3:17 The role of missionary service  4:00 Life Skills  5:10 Gain your own testimony!  5:49 Mom’s taco salad!!!

Episode 5... Art Eggleston experienced the comfort of the Holy Ghost at an early age in his life. While the Holy Ghost can sometimes communicate in a strong, unmistakable language, Bro. Eggleston felt this quiet communication through clear promptings. Acting on personal revelation helped him to eventually come in contact with the missionaries and convert to the gospel of Jesus Christ. Art’s kind and willing heart has blessed his family, friends, and all those that come in contact with him. He has four children, ten grandchildren, and three great-grandchildren. (… the fourth coming in May!) His powerful conversion, pure testimony, and unforgettable life experiences will have you giving him a great big hug the next time you see him! Highlights :55 The ice-delivery man and the Holy Spirit. 4:23 Attending church created a foundation of faith. 6:00 Mr. Hansen 7:33 Missionary work and Art’s conversion. 8:59 Impactful relationships and a new addition to the family. 11:12 Trusting God through prayer and promptings. 17:36 See’s Candy! 18:15 Final thoughts… love for the Parkside Ward, the Savior, and the Church.

Episode 4...  Daynia Lewis describes her beautiful childhood growing up in the hills of Southern California and the unfortunate sadness that occurred at age eight. She expresses her gratitude as she learns and grows through her trials, and appreciates the great strength she received from her mother and siblings. Daynia's biggest hobby is her passion to study the gospel.  She enjoys researching and finding answers to her many questions. But her final thoughts on hope will have you relating to her message more than ever. Daynia and Deon have been married for 41 years and they are the parents to four amazing children, three sons and one daughter. Highlights 0:58 An Ideal Childhood 3:10 Set on a strong path 4:01 Compassion, Forgiveness, and Hope 5:20 Lots of questions 5:44 Missionary service and her little secret 7:48 Hong Kong 9:00 Impactful relationships 10:33 Career and professional life 12:20 A passion to study the gospel 13:08 Trusting God 13:54 Why I love the Parkside Ward. 16:10 Final thoughts of HOPE… 17:29 Penny Candy

Episode 3...  Deon Lewis had the unique opportunity to spend his childhood in Europe. Many of his fondest memories took place in Switzerland with his family. He explains how being a missionary caused him to start the conversion process and shares how serving the Lord truly changed his life.  Deon’s sincere expression of love for his parents, spouse Daynia, and their four children is genuine and heartfelt. We hear Deon’s thoughts and impressions for future generations about how loving God and loving each other is so important in today’s society. Highlights 0:57 Childhood in Europe. 2:39 Faith development. 3:36 True conversion through missionary service. 4:35 Impactful relationships. 6:50 Is it just the right thing to do? 8:06 Testimony vs Conversion 9:11 Parkside Ward ---> People who are trying! 10:05 Thoughts for future generations. 12:41 Sports cars and racing!

Episode 2... Mike Lasky grew up in a small town at the base of Mt. Whitney called Lone Pine, California. After moving south during high school, he was influenced by a group of high school students that were very different from the usual teenagers. Mike shares his testimony of missionary work, but you might be surprised who his real golden contact was.... Also, get ready for a BIG ANNOUNCEMENT from the Lasky’s!!! Mike's overly persistent personality definitely steered him on his professional path, eventually moving with his wife to the Lone Star State of Texas. Highlights 1:22 Childhood 4:28 Building faith and trust in the Lord. 8:29 Rice and missionary work. 11:46 The BIG Announcement! 12:53 Electrician or Electrical Engineer? 18:02 We can ask for help temporally 19:45 Salty or Sweet?

“Park… Side Stories” is a podcast produced to capture the living histories of the amazing members of the Parkside Ward. Through this effort, we will build unity within the ward by getting to know the life experience and backgrounds of ward members. It will also be your opportunity to record a portion of your personal living history. So sit back and listen as we get to know our next ward member and learn about their REMARKABLE life!