Have you ever met someone who throws themselves into every opportunity life gives them? Who lives every moment like it’s their last? Amanda Nickson is one of those people.

As a social worker – she spends her life advocating for those in need. As a pastor, she shows people what it means to follow God. As a person, she enjoys every moment of her life. Because she almost wasn’t here to enjoy it. This is a story of living by faith – in every sense of the word.

To win a copy of Amanda’s book Living by Faith, leave a comment on the Finding Hope page at hopepodcasts.com.au.  

If you or someone you know has a story of hope to share, and you’d like to be interviewed for the podcast, Georgia would love to hear from you - leave a comment on the Finding Hope page at hopepodcasts.com.au.  

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Dave Hanbury is a husband, and father of three. He is a pastor on Sydney’s Lower North Shore. Before that, he was the lead singer of a worship band, that toured around America with Third Day. There’s been a lot of versions of Dave Hanbury. A lot of uncertainty. But the one constant in his life has been God.

To find out more about Harbourside Church – visit their website.

If you or someone you know has a story of hope to share, and you’d like to be interviewed for the podcast, Georgia would love to hear from you - leave a comment on the Finding Hope page at hopepodcasts.com.au.  

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It’s barely 4 months into 2022 and we’ve lived through enough world events for a decade. In Sydney, we have had devastating floods along the east coast of our country – twice. We’re currently witnessing a war between Russia and Ukraine. Barely six months ago, Afghanistan fell to the Taliban, we're living through a pandemic and the cost of living has skyrocketed. Sometimes, the pain becomes unbearable. 

So when you can’t remove yourself from the pain, you must find glimpses of hope in it. That’s what this podcast is all about. And truthfully, the guests that have graciously shared the most painful moments of their lives this year – have taught me more than I could’ve ever imagined.  

So I want to share the Top 3 lessons I’ve learnt from the guests on this podcast so far in 2022. 

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If you or someone you know has a story of hope to share, and you’d like to be interviewed for the podcast, Georgia would love to hear from you - leave a comment on the Finding Hope page at hopepodcasts.com.au.  

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Cancer. Everyone has either been affected by it, or knows someone affected by it. There’s 1 million people in Australia alone, currently living with a form of cancer. And yet, so many people’s cancer journeys are plagued with isolation and loneliness.

Carol Kavurma is the General Manager of Look Good Feel Better Australia – a free community program which runs hair, makeup and skin care workshops for those experiencing cancer. This program takes people in their lowest times of their lives, builds up their confidence and creates community along the way.

To register for Look Good Feel Better workshops, or to find out more information, visit their website.

For information about the IMB Bank Community Foundation, visit their website.

 

If you or someone you know has a story of hope to share, and you’d like to be interviewed for the podcast, Georgia would love to hear from you - leave a comment on the Finding Hope page at hopepodcasts.com.au.  

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Paul Litherland was a Western Australian Police Officer for more than 2 decades – spending the last 5 years of his career in the Cyber Crimes unit.

He was so passionate about his work that he then left the force altogether to focus his passion for keeping kids safe online. Today, he spends his days “talking to anyone who will listen” about how to stay safe on the internet.

Paul loves his life, but it hasn’t always been easy. In 2004, he experienced a terrible motorbike accident, and was told he would never walk again.

To find out more about Paul’s work, visit Surf Online Safe.

If you or someone you know has a story of hope to share, and you’d like to be interviewed for the podcast, Georgia would love to hear from you - leave a comment on the Finding Hope page at hopepodcasts.com.au.  

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Michelle Ng had always wanted to be a mum. After the birth of her first child Preston, she knew that she wanted to give him a sibling. But it wasn’t that easy. After a relatively smooth first pregnancy, Michelle didn’t expect the heartache that was to come in her journey of creating her family.

To read more of Michelle’s work, including details on her book My Soul Waits, visit her Instagram.

If this story brought up feelings of grief for you, the SANDS bereavement hotline is available on 1300 308 307.

If you or someone you know has a story of hope to share, and you’d like to be interviewed for the podcast, Georgia would love to hear from you - leave a comment on the Finding Hope page at hopepodcasts.com.au.  

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Jakki Civeriati had a tough childhood. Filled with anger, tempers, even rage, she never had an example of a functional family life.

At 19 years old, Jakki married her first husband. It was a marriage filled with emotional abuse, coercive control, even domestic violence. 16 years later, she finally broke free.

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To find out more about Jakki’s book, Goodbye for Now or Goodbye Forever, visit her website.

If you or someone you know is impacted by sexual assault, domestic or family violence, call 1800RESPECT on 1800 737 732 or visit www.1800RESPECT.org.au. In an emergency, call 000. 

If you or someone you know has a story of hope to share, and you’d like to be interviewed for the podcast, Georgia would love to hear from you - leave a comment on the Finding Hope page at hopepodcasts.com.au.  

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January 6th 2014. Michelle McLaughlin was excited to be on a beach holiday with her family. It was late afternoon – and they began the short walk down to the beach from their accommodation – boogie boards in hand. Little did Michelle know it was to become the worst day of her life.

For information and resources about road safety, visit Little Blue Dinosaur Foundation.

If you or your business can provide services for Road Trauma Support Packages, such as grocery vouchers, babysitting services and car wash services, email Michelle at [email protected].

If you or someone you know has a story of hope to share, and you’d like to be interviewed for the podcast, Georgia would love to hear from you - leave a comment on the Finding Hope page at hopepodcasts.com.au.  

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For most people, Christmas is a busy time filled with family, friends, presents and lots of food. But for some, the festive season is simply another reminder of their loneliness and discomfort. Reverend Bill Crews has been responsible for over 3 million meals to those in need, and 50 Christmas Day lunches for those needing somewhere to go. Bill is now in his late 70s. He’s spent the majority of his life serving others, but it’s also come at great personal cost.

For more information on the Rev. Bill Crews Foundation, visit the website.

If you or someone you know has a story of hope to share, and you’d like to be interviewed for the podcast, Georgia would love to hear from you - leave a comment on the Finding Hope page at hopepodcasts.com.au.

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When Melinda Chiew was a young adult, she had a vision of a café – an organic, sustainable, eco-friendly café. And she believed that call was from God. Seven years later, that vision is now a reality. Solace Kitchen provides delicious food – all ethically sourced, organic and sustainable. But it’s more than that. This café brings people to God.

More information:

• Solace Kitchen
• HOPE Collective

If you or someone you know has a story of hope to share, and you’d like to be interviewed for the podcast, Georgia would love to hear from you - leave a comment on the Finding Hope page at hopepodcasts.com.au.

Listen to more from our Hope Podcasts collection at hopepodcasts.com.au. And send the team a message via Hope 103.2’s app, Facebook or Instagram.

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