About The Clarus Project
Welcome to the Clarus Project—
The Clarus Project was created to study the language practices that more accurately reflect our beliefs as members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Our website content will discuss ideas, experiences, habits, and actions that expand the discipleship of Latter-day Saint women who seek to keep their sacred covenants with God.
The world needs more women to courageously practice and declare the gospel of Jesus Christ. When women openly speak about their faith in, and experiences with, Jesus Christ, it can expand minds, soften hearts and lead to action. As stated by President Russell M. Nelson, “ . . . if the world loses the moral rectitude of its women, the world will never recover.”
“Spiritual Treasures,” October 2019 General Conference.)
The Clarus Project Contributors:
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Kimberly Wold
FOUNDER
Kimberly Wold grew up in Phoenix, Arizona, with devoted parents and two younger sisters who are her close friends. Her career includes working as State Director for U.S. Senator Jon Kyl. After her time as a senior congressional staff member, Kim ran a social welfare organization that supported and defended free-market principles through education and issue advocacy.
Kim enjoys studying the nature of Jesus Christ, women in the scriptures, and ancient Christianity. Her studies of the humanities at both Brigham Young University and Brigham Young University-Idaho inspired her love of travel, reading, and all things English. Every few years, she takes enriching summer school classes at Christ Church College, Oxford University.
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Debra Tolman
CONTRIBUTOR
Debra Tolman has called Arizona home for over four decades. She raised four children and was a stay-at-home mom during their school years.
She spent the next two decades in the education world. She was the Executive Director of the Mesa Foundation for Educational Excellence, a nonprofit organization supporting Mesa Public Schools. Then, as a developer and public relations administrator for The Learning Center, she helped develop and teach speed reading and study skills programs throughout the US.
She has been a volunteer institute and seminary teacher for the past twenty-five years for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She finds great joy in deep gospel study, teaching, and helping others discover the truths of the scriptures. She also has an interest in and respect for different religious traditions. She believes other faiths and spiritual-based practices have much to contribute to the foundation of belief and understanding.
Debra resides in Mesa with her husband Reed, where they enjoy the activities and personalities of 15 grandchildren.
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Tamara Francis
CONTRIBUTOR
Tamara Francis grew up in Scottsdale, Arizona, and is the oldest of ten children. She has fond memories of raising her family, two daughters and three sons. She obtained a Bachelor's in Nursing from Brigham Young University-Idaho, and has studied family history at BYUI and evidence-based nutrition at E-Cornell. She has spent the last 13 years working for Mesa Public Schools as a tracheostomy specialist and managing health offices throughout the district.
She resides in Mesa, Arizona with her husband Bruce, and enjoys being outdoors, gardening, and traveling together. Tamara is passionate in her continual studies of mental, physical, and spiritual well-being. She has 18 grandchildren and cherishes each moment with them.
