
About Kristen
Kristen Reber is the podcast host of Early Homecoming: Insights from Missionaries Who Returned Early and the author of Early Homecoming: A Resource for Early-Returned Missionaries, Their Church Leaders, and Family. She graduated from Brigham Young University in 2014 with a bachelor’s degree in English and a minor in Editing, and another minor in Psychology. Kristen worked as the operations manager of Latter-day Saint Publishing and Media Association (LDSPMA) for several years before becoming their associate director of education. She is also a devoted Latter-day Saint, wife, mother, and friend. You can often find Kristen reading, writing, playing her harp, or traveling with her family.
Early Homecoming
When a mission doesn’t last as long as expected, it can be difficult to adjust to the change in plans. But every mission matters to our Heavenly Father. Based on personal experiences and scholarly research, this book helps loved ones, leaders, and returning missionaries navigate through the mixed emotions of an early release for any reason and press forward with faith. Available in paperbook, ebook, or audiobook formats!


PODCAST
This podcast is dedicated to helping missionaries who return home early and to helping those who care about them. You will hear stories and gain insights from Kristen and other early-returned missionaries, as well as experts, parents, and church leaders. Join them on the path of understanding and healing as they share their stories, insights, and expertise about the phenomena of returning home early from a mission.