October 9, 2025, 12:05 AM MDT
Sister Tracy Y. Browning was born on October 9, 1976 in New Rochelle, New York. She grew up in Jamaica, the West Indies, New Jersey, and New York. She began serving as second counselor in the Primary general presidency on August 1, 2022.
She married Brady Browning on May 2, 1997 in the Salt Lake Temple. they have two children. Sister Browning studied at St. John’s University, worked in financial services for 15 years, and currently serves as director of the church’s publishing services department. She also volunteers with various community and civic organizations.
She has served on the Relief Society General Advisory Council and has served in numerous Church callings, including counselor in ward and stake Relief Society presidencies, Relief Society teacher, various Young Women responsibilities, and Sunday School teacher.
In honor of Sister Browning’s birthday today, here are nine quotes from her from last year.
1. The Savior Expands
“The composition of your life is a work in progress. I testify that when you focus on the Savior, He can transform your talents into instruments for good, your efforts into acts of faith, and your life into masterpieces that bear witness to our greatest Master, Jesus Christ.”
— BYU – Hawaii Devotional, May 20, 2025
2. Miracles do exist.
“I want to testify that the gospel of Jesus Christ is glad news and good news. It means that miracles exist. It means that the Lord knows who you are. It means that the Lord wants to show you His hand, and it means that miracles abound everywhere as you exercise faith in our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Even here at MTC.”
— Provo Missionary Training Center Devotional, January 14, 2025
3. Serving others pleases God.
“I think the Savior is always happy and pleased when we choose to serve others.”
— Friend to Friend Episode, February 15, 2025
4. “The Sacred Gift of Primary Music”
“Primary songs have had a divine impact on my life, uplifting my soul, teaching me eternal truths, and drawing me closer to the Savior and His gospel.”
— “Attune Your Heart to Jesus Christ: The Sacred Gift of Elementary Music,” October 2025 General Conference
5. Look deeply into others
“How little it takes to make someone notice you, make you feel seen and loved.”
— Asian Mission, February 8-19, 2025
6. The power of prayer
“The first part of (James 5:16) exhorts us to “pray one another,” and the second part of that verse is a reminder that the “fervent prayers” of the righteous can accomplish much. Blessings come when we pray for each other. ”
— National Day of Prayer Event, May 1, 2025
7. God’s Kingdom Needs Children
“As individual disciples, it was important for them to understand that the gospel needed them and needed their talents, time, and dedicated efforts in the kingdom.”
— Major Service Activities in California, August 2, 2025
8. Mission in South America
“The people here are deeply religious, seeking a higher and holier way of life and seeking to know Jesus Christ in a special way.”
— South American Mission, September 5-14, 2025
9. Mission in Africa
“Everywhere I’ve gone, someone has said to me, ‘You’re welcome.’ That brought joy to my heart.”
— Ministry of Africa, November 2024
