Lisa Higbee

 This beautiful autumn season has felt like a powerful time of reflection and renewed purpose. My heart has been so full these past couple of weeks, drawing inspiration from so many different places. Like so many of you, I was deeply moved by the memorial and funeral services for President Russell M. Nelson. Reflecting on his incredible life of service and his ability to connect with people all over the world has inspired me to work on improving my own "languages" of connection. I've felt a renewed desire to polish my Spanish and ASL, and to keep learning the beautiful languages of dance—swing, salsa, waltz, cha-cha, and more—that can bring so much joy and build community. That spirit of inspiration continued through General Conference. I was especially touched by the messages about the power of music to teach the gospel, which is something so dear to my heart. It's a perfect reminder as I prepare for my new role leading the stake choir. I've been diving into stud...

  This past week was full of meaningful moments and tender reminders of what matters most. I spent time preparing for parent-teacher conferences and felt grateful for the positive conversations with families. Nothing compares to hearing parents’ insights and sharing ideas for how we can help students thrive. It’s always a blessing to see the growth and support surrounding each child. Over the weekend, I enjoyed the Swiss Days celebration in Santa Clara with friend Chanda Vaniman and Weston nieces and nephew. Swiss Days is a cherished tradition, honoring community spirit and pioneer heritage—I savored the food, music, and friendly faces, and was reminded how blessed I am to be part of such a close-knit place. Sunday brought my first stake choir practice as director, and I truly felt it went well! The singers were welcoming and enthusiastic, and I’m already looking forward to our next rehearsals and the chance to make beautiful music together. As so many hearts continue to mourn afte...

  Life lately has felt a little like standing at the top of a roller coaster—lots of anticipation, energy, and preparation before the big plunge. I’ve had a handful of meaningful projects and events all coming up at once, and it’s been exciting (and a little stretching!) to get ready for them. One thing I’m most looking forward to is leading the stake choir for our upcoming stake conference. There’s something so powerful about voices joining together in praise, and I’m eager to help bring that spirit into our meeting. I’ve been thinking about how to create an uplifting, unifying experience for both the singers and the congregation. On the professional side, I’ve been gearing up for parent-teacher conferences. That means lots of preparation—reviewing progress, organizing thoughts, and making sure I can communicate clearly with families about their children’s growth. At the same time, I’ve been soaking up good ideas from anywhere I can find them about how to support communication in ...

The last couple of weeks have been full, meaningful, and a little bit varied, so I thought I’d share some highlights of what I’ve been up to. One of the sweetest experiences I had was playing the piano for a baptism in my ward. It was for a very lovely 8-year-old boy and his gracious family, and it was a privilege to be part of such a special day for them. Moments like that remind me why I often enjoy using music to serve—it helps create a sacred atmosphere that words alone can’t always reach. I also had the chance to spend time in the temple doing initiatories. I always find peace there and a renewed sense of perspective. At Post High, I’ve been bringing musical instruments to try with the students, and we’ve had fun playing “Would You Rather.” It’s great to see the kids light up with music, humor, and positive interactions. We’ve also been talking about communication videos from YouTube which spark some good topics of conversation. On the elementary side, I’ve been preparing for meet...

A Week of Blessings, Growth, and New Beginnings in Southern Utah This past week has been a whirlwind of meaningful experiences here in beautiful St. George and up in Cedar City! From spiritual nourishment to professional development and supporting young members of our community, it's been a full and fulfilling time. Last Saturday started with a peaceful visit to the St. George Temple where I had the privilege of participating in vicarious sealing ordinances for some of my departed ancestors. There's a profound sense of connection and peace that comes from performing these sacred ordinances, and it was a wonderful way to begin the weekend. Later that day, I enjoyed a unique cultural experience at the historic St. George Tabernacle. There was a fantastic Celtic concert playing, and to my amusement, they even wove in some fun, lighthearted back-to-school themes! It was a delightful blend of music and local charm. Sunday brought the regular blessings of attending church. In our war...

🎶✨ I’ve always loved spirituals—their soul, their strength, and the way they carry the message of the gospel of Jesus Christ with such power and simplicity. I teamed up with AI (yes, really!) to write a brand-new spiritual called “Keep Walkin’, Keep Prayin’.” 🙏🏾👣 It’s a reminder to keep going and keep trusting, even when the way is hard. Spirituals have always been one of my favorite ways to express faith and hope, and I’m so excited to share this one with you. I hope it lifts your heart like it lifted mine. ❤️🎵 Keep walkin’, keep prayin’—He’ll lead you all the way. Let me know what you think! #NewSong #Spiritual #KeepWalkinKeepPrayin #FaithMusic #AIcollab #JesusChrist #HopeThroughMusic