In this heartfelt and deeply authentic episode of Karina Faith Diaries, Karina sits down with producer and dear friend Heather Chaulk for a conversation that’s raw, candid, and faith-filled. Heather opens up about her upbringing in Southern California, growing up in a family of powerhouse athletes and passionate believers.

From her father’s decision to give up a professional soccer career due to his commitment to faith, to her own early call to evangelism as a little girl filling a blue Dodge minivan with kids for church, Heather’s story is rich with purpose. She shares how a deep relationship with Jesus shaped her childhood and how her father’s quiet ministry through coaching and mentorship left a lasting legacy.

Whether you’re in a season of questioning, growing, or grieving—this episode reminds us that nothing is wasted in God’s hands.

In this powerful and deeply moving episode, Karina sits down with Linda Znachko, author and founder of He Knows Your Name, a ministry that strives to ensure that every child receives a name in life and dignity and honor in death.

In 2009, Linda's life took an expected turn when she saw a news story about an infant's body found in a dumpster. Moved by the tragedy, she made it her mission to ensure no child would ever die without a name or dignity. Through her ministry, He Knows Your Name, she works with coroners, hospitals and funeral homes to provide proper burials for unclaimed children and adults.

Linda also partners with organizations like Safe Haven Baby Boxes to raise awareness about the Safe Haven law and help prevent infant abandonment. Her powerful story has been featured on the Steve Harvey Show, Live Today, and The Indianapolis Star.

Episode Resources:

– He Knows Your Name: https://www.heknowsyourname.org

– Safe Haven Baby Boxes: https://www.safehavenbabyboxes.com

– Safe Haven Baby Box Crisis Line: 1-866-99BABY1

In this episode, Karina sits down with former pro basketball player Vaughn Duggins, whose story is a powerful testimony of redemption, identity, and the transformative love of Jesus. From leading Indiana high school basketball in scoring to playing professionally overseas, Vaughn’s life appeared golden—until hidden battles with alcohol, people-pleasing, and spiritual passivity nearly took it all down.

But when God stripped away the one thing Vaughn had built his identity on—basketball—everything changed. What followed was a full surrender to Christ, a new calling into ministry, and a renewed understanding of what it means to lead, love, and live with purpose.

If you’ve ever struggled with identity, expectations, or feeling “too far gone,” Vaughn’s story will meet you right where you are—and offer hope that no matter how far you've gone, God's redemption reaches further.

In this heartfelt and soul-stirring episode, Karina sits down with Rhonda Beiswanger, a woman whose story embodies the healing power of God's love and grace. From being abandoned by her mother at age four to enduring years of abuse, rejection, and searching for worth in relationships, Rhonda’s journey is a raw and powerful testimony of redemption.

She shares how chasing success in Los Angeles—modeling, working in entertainment, and raising her son alone—still left her empty. But everything changed when she stepped into a church service and encountered the Holy Spirit in a deeply personal way. That moment marked the beginning of a transformative relationship with Jesus, awakening her prophetic gifting and leading her into ministry.

Now a passionate encourager, intercessor, and prophetic voice, Rhonda lives to pour God’s love into others—especially those who feel unseen, broken, or unworthy. Her testimony is for anyone who’s ever asked, “Can God still use me?” The answer is yes.

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In today’s episode of Karina Faith Diaries, Karina sits down with Chloe Black (formerly Chloe Green) for an unfiltered conversation about her transformation from a broken, party-driven teen to a bold follower of Jesus with a passion for missions.

Chloe opens up about growing up in Fishers, Indiana, navigating family struggles, addiction, and trauma—and how a life-changing encounter with Jesus at 16 redefined everything. From being the girl who mocked Young Life to becoming a missionary with the World Race and the LA Dream Center, Chloe’s story is filled with raw truth, grace, and redemption.

Episode Resources:

Young Life: https://www.younglife.org/

The Dream Center: https://www.dreamcenter.org/

The World Race: https://www.worldrace.org/

In this gripping and deeply redemptive episode, Karina sits down with Pastor Danny Marquez—a man whose story of transformation is nothing short of miraculous. Abandoned as a child, drawn into the streets of the Bronx by age ten, and facing 45 years in prison for a string of robberies, Danny’s life was on a path of destruction. But in the darkest corner of a jail cell, everything changed.

Connect with Danny: https://www.victoryinthecity.org/

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In this powerful and heartfelt episode, Karina sits down with Julie Earlewine, a wife, mother of three boys, developmental therapist, and ministry leader, who opens up about her deeply personal journey through heartbreak, church hurt, and rediscovering her relationship with Jesus.

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In this jaw-dropping season opener, Karina sits down with Lea Hurley, a wife, mother of four, and the founder of American Dream Nut Butter, whose story is one of radical resilience, healing, and divine provision. Lea shares her unbelievable journey—growing up as the youngest of ten in a home marked by instability, battling infertility, being unknowingly sick with cancer for nearly a decade, and receiving a stage 4 cancer diagnosis while launching her now-thriving business.

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Website: https://www.americandreamnutbutter.com/

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In this incredibly inspiring episode, Karina sits down with Pastor Mike Woods, founder and CEO of the Dream Center Indianapolis. From humble beginnings washing dishes and attending Bible college, Mike shares his powerful story of growing up in poverty, witnessing his single mom work multiple jobs, and how that shaped his heart for underserved families in Indiana. Today, he's leading a citywide movement to reverse the cycle of poverty—starting with single moms and foster youth.

Mike shares how the Dream Center is disrupting poverty with practical solutions, strategic partnerships, and Holy Spirit-led action. He talks candidly about building vision through obedience, listening to God's voice, and being willing to act—even when you don’t feel equipped. If you've ever wondered how to make a difference in your community or felt unqualified to do something big for God, this episode will encourage and challenge you to take the first step.

Connect with Mike and the Dream Center Indianapolis: https://dc-indy.org/

In this deeply emotional episode, Karina sits down with Emily Capeletti, whose powerful testimony of addiction, incarceration, and ultimate redemption will leave you reaching for the tissues. Emily shares her raw and honest journey—from underage drinking and partying to multiple DUIs, jail time, and the dark spiral that followed. She opens up about the cycle of addiction, the enabling patterns in her family, and the deep wounds that kept her stuck.

About the Guest:

Emily Capeletti is a wife, mother, and faith-driven advocate for addiction recovery. After years of battling alcohol addiction, legal troubles, and deep personal struggles, Emily experienced a radical transformation through her faith in Christ. Today, she shares her story to encourage others who feel stuck in darkness, reminding them that God’s grace is bigger than any mistake.

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