Finding Hope

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.  

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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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.

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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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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Sue Collier has always loved to sing. Her rock and roll career has taken her across the world. She loved her job and her life. But then, one day – she gave it all up. Fast forward 35 years, Sue is a very different person. She’s retired, and spends her days volunteering as a prison chaplain. So how does one go from rock and roll to prison chaplaincy?

GIVEAWAY: To win one of two copies of Sue’s album, You Might Be the One, leave a message on the Finding Hope page at hopepodcasts.com.au.

You can purchase a copy of You Might Be the One CD by emailing [email protected].

To learn more about prison chaplaincy:

• Inside Out Chaplaincy (QLD based)
• Anglicare NSW
• Chaplaincy Australia

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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Joshua Broome lived a glamourous life on the surface – but when he went to bed at night, he would think about the ways to end his own life. After moving to Hollywood to pursue an acting and modelling career as a young adult, he suddenly fell into the porn industry and quickly became a successful adult actor. He travelled the world and earned millions of dollars. But after years of shame, confusion and guilt, it all came crashing down.

Follow Joshua on Facebook and Instagram. Listen to Counterfeit Culture with Joshua Broome here.

Resources:

-         Lifeline – 13 11 14

-         Affirmotive (pornography addiction support)

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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Imagine training for the better part of a decade to become a doctor – just to begin your career at the start of a pandemic. That was the reality for Dr Mithila Zaheen, a second year junior doctor at Blacktown Hospital in Sydney. But Mithila has not only taken it all in her stride, she’s gone above and beyond to reach those who need it.

Further information:

• The Water Well Project    
• Baabayn Aboriginal Corporation
• Hand-n-Hand (free peer support for health professionals)

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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Jon Owen is a peculiar man. When most of us hear about hard stuff, we shy away, try to protect ourselves. Jon leans in, and puts himself on the line. For 25 years, Jon has opened his heart and home to people in desperate need of shelter, food and a little bit of love.

Further information:

·       Urban Neighbours of Hope

·       Wayside Chapel

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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Abhijit Simon, better known as Abhi, is a man in love. He got married to his beautiful wife Navya in January 2020, after they met at bible college here in Sydney. Both hailing from India, they returned to their homeland for their wedding and honeymoon. Abhi returned to Australia to start his last semester of bible college, with Navya planning to join him a few weeks later, awaiting a visa renewal. Then COVID happened. The Aussie borders snapped shut and this husband and wife found themselves on either side of them – separated by thousands of miles.

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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At 17 years old, Melissa Lipsett ran away from a broken home. She had no hope for her future – she just wanted to get out. Fast forward several decades – she’s been ordained in the Uniting Church for more than 20 years - and she’s now the Acting CEO of Baptist World Aid Australia.

To find out more about Baptist World Aid Australia, visit their website.

If you or someone you know is impacted by domestic or family violence, call 1800RESPECT on 1800 737 732 or 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.

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

Show your support for our November Appeal. Click here https://hope1032.com.au/donate

 

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Finding Hope has officially reached the halfway point of Season 1! In this episode, Georgia shares some of her favourite moments of the season so far. Check out any (or all) of the previous episodes - hopefully, they bring some hope and happiness to your day. 

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. 

Show your support for our November Appeal. Click here https://hope1032.com.au/donate

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