In this episode of Joy in His Service, President Aaron Hale engages in a heartfelt conversation with Charlie Bevilacqua, a member of the stake council. Charlie shares his remarkable journey of faith, transitioning from Catholicism to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, and highlights the importance of service in building community. He discusses his unique food ministry, the significance of ministering to families, and the transformative power of the temple. The conversation emphasizes the need for compassion, unity, and the role of service in discipleship, particularly in engaging young people.

Today I have the pleasure of introducing you to Curtis Farnsworth, a man whose life story reads like a testament to faith, perseverance, and the power of showing up.

Curtis grew up in the Mormon colonies of Northern Mexico - Colonia Juárez to be exact - where his great-grandfather had settled in the late 1800s. Picture this: a fourth-generation kid running through apple orchards, riding horses, and living what he calls "every young boy's dream" in the countryside. But Curtis's journey took him far from those peach trees and cattle ranches.

After serving a mission in Guadalajara, Mexico, and earning his accounting degree at BYU, Curtis became what he jokingly calls "the proverbial menace to society" - not getting married until he was 31. But when he met Denise, herself 27, everything changed. Today, they've built something beautiful: three children who all live within their famous "20-minute rule" of mom and dad, eight grandchildren ranging from ages 8 down to 0, and a thriving CPA practice that Curtis is passing on to his son.

But what makes Curtis's story truly compelling isn't just his professional success or his picture-perfect family Christmas cards. It's his approach to ministry and leadership in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. As a recently released Elders Quorum President and former bishop, Curtis has learned that sometimes the most profound principle in ministry is simply this: "Half the battle is showing up."

Today, we're going to dive into Curtis's philosophy of ministering, his insights on building strong quorum culture, and why he believes that you never know when someone is ready to come back to church.

Today I'm excited to share a conversation with Jody Corbett, a remarkable woman whose life beautifully weaves together faith, family, and professional service.

Jody grew up in St. George, Utah, surrounded by an incredible extended family of 59 first cousins - a testament to the strong pioneer heritage that shaped her early years. After earning her English degree from BYU, she ventured to the Arizona desert for law school at the University of Arizona, where she not only earned her law degree but also met her future husband.

For over two decades, Jody has built an impressive legal career specializing in government liability defense, representing the City of Phoenix in cases ranging from everyday slip-and-falls to complex police litigation. Three years ago, she transitioned from private practice to serve as an Assistant City Attorney, where she continues to advocate for one of the nation's largest cities while helping shape policy to prevent future legal challenges.

But what makes Jody's story particularly compelling is how her analytical, evidence-based legal training has intersected with her journey of faith. As a mother of four and current Relief Society President, she's learned to balance her natural inclination to seek empirical proof with the need for spiritual faith - a tension that has ultimately strengthened both her professional confidence and her testimony.

In our conversation today, Jody opens up about her testimony's foundation, the parallels between being an advocate in court and Christ's role as our advocate, and the profound lessons she's learning about ministering and building community in her current calling. She also shares a powerful message about faith, family challenges, and the Savior's constant invitation to find our way back to Him.