06/05/2026
“I’m Grace, originally from Fiji. My husband is from Tuvalu, so our family is a blend of both of our cultures—something that’s really special, but not always easy to navigate.
"One of the hardest things for me has been learning how to build a home that reflects both of our backgrounds while also centering it on our faith. There were moments where I felt like I was being pulled in different directions—what I grew up with, what he grew up with, and what we wanted for our kids. I remember feeling overwhelmed, like I was running in circles trying to figure it out.
"But over time, we started focusing on what we call a ‘Jesus-centered culture’ in our home. That changed everything for me. It gave me clarity. It helped me let go of the fear of what others might think—even my own family. I used to worry they would judge me or not understand, but as I became more confident in my beliefs, they actually began to respect it.
"I’ve been a member of the Church for about nine years now. I converted when I was 20, and I think one thing I didn’t expect is that it doesn’t suddenly become easy after baptism. If anything, it takes more effort to keep that faith strong. But I’ve learned that even when I don’t have everything figured out, if I just keep turning to God—through prayer, through the temple, through the scriptures—He meets me where I am.
"Lately, I’ve been trying to hear Him more through the scriptures. Before, I would mostly feel Him during hard moments, but now I’m learning how to recognize Him in the quiet, everyday things. Even doing Come, Follow Me with my kids—it’s simple, but it’s powerful.
"I don’t have all the answers. But I do know that faith—just having faith—is enough to keep moving forward.” —Grace
