This week on the show I sit down with Ashley Bratcher, star of the box office hit, Unplanned, the inspiring true story that chronicles the transformation of a Planned Parenthood clinic director to pro-life advocate. Ashley tells us her personal story of getting to the end of herself, letting go of her plans and surrendering her life and career to Christ. We talk about her journey to discovering that her very own life was spared on an aboriton table and how one opened door changed her life forever.  Ashley is passionate about telling redemptive stories on screen as an actor and is currently producing her own feature film.

Listen in and hear how Ashley has found strength and courage in believing that God truly has a purpose and a plan for every detail of our lives.

Join me at the end of the episode as we open the word of God to Psalm 139 and stand in awe of the goodness of our Creator God. Read the passage here!

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What does it mean to really live in the light?  How do I step into the light God has for me? What happens when I don’t feel seen?

Broadway Performer, Author, Speaker, Bible Teacher, and Graduate of Carnegie Mellon University, Allison Allen, answers these questions today and you don’t want to miss it!

Listen in as Allison tells her story of falling in love with storytelling as she fell in love with Christ.  She shares how the theatre has been a huge part of her journey getting to know the Ultimate Storyteller- Jesus, and how finding Him led to truly finding herself.

Be encouraged that our greatest weaknesses are the places where He shines His light best!

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We have our second Glinda on the show today!  Another southern belle who rides the bubble, this girl has been traveling around the country with the Broadway National Tour of Wicked. In today’s episode Allison tells her story of being released into this dream role and soon after receiving the news of a cancer diagnosis.  She talks about how God’s grace sustained her and how, even through the scariest of times, she was able to find strength and peace in relationship with Jesus and the power of prayer.  If you feel discouraged because of bad news, Allison reminds us that no matter what the circumstances look like, we can trust that God truly has the very best plan for our lives.

Struggling trusting that God has a plan? At the end of the show I’m breaking down the infamous passage of scripture Jeremiah 29:11 and bringing you some truth to cling to as you walk out this week.

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Ashley is not afraid to share what God says is true. 

In today’s episode I’m sitting down with my friend Ashley LaLonde and we talk about her journey growing up in the faith in New York City, falling in love with musical theatre, studying at Harvard and pursuing a career as a performing artist. But, it doesn’t stop there! We get real and dive deep into her personal story of how God has redeemed her understanding of intimacy. Listen in to hear more about her journey to surrendering her heart to the Lord. 

Join me at the end of the episode as we walk through this passage of scripture:  John 1:1-5 

Ashley’s recommended listen: "Sexual Wholeness" - Touré Roberts 

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You have to know my friend Isaiah Bailey!  

In this episode we dive into the healing that comes through digging up pain from the past and letting God’s grace wash over the hurt. He shares his love story with Jesus and how he has grown to not only know God but also to know His delightful love for us.

Stick around after we chat to hear about what it means to rise up and shine in the light of Christ and the hope that is to come - spending forever with Jesus.

“Arise, shine, for your light has come, and the glory of the Lord rises upon you.” Isaiah 60:1

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Ginna Claire defines for us what it means to live in the light!

Listen as I sit down with my friend and Broadway star Ginna Claire Mason and talk about her career as a performing artist and her journey to knowing and loving Jesus.  She tells us her personal story of how God has redeemed and restored even the most painful parts of her past and how with God she has found purpose in the brokenness.

At the end of the show I am sharing some encouraging truth about Jesus- the Light who gives us life.

“When Jesus spoke again to the people, he said, “I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will never walk in darkness, but will have the light of life.” -John 8:12

Warning: In this episode we discuss the topic of childhood sexual abuse.

I don’t know what your story is or where you’re at today but I wanted to provide a resource for if you need immediate help or aren’t sure where or who to turn to.  Visit anthemofhope.com for more information.

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To get Season 1 started I wanted to share my own story of how Jesus brought me from the dark and into the light. Vulnerability takes a lot of bravery, and I admit that I am not always the best at leading from my weaknesses. Listen in as I jump off the deep in and open up about my journey to the feet of Jesus and why I let go of control and gave my life to God.

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Your story matters and you were made to live in the Light!

Listen in to hear how even the broken parts of your story can have incredible purpose and meaning.

This is a podcast about bringing real life to light.

In Season 1, Laura Leigh will sit down with a friend who is an artist or creative as they share their story of how Jesus brought them from the dark and into His glorious and powerful light.

At the end of each episode she will be diving into a passage of scripture and bringing you truth straight from the Word of God.

Hear stories from performers in the Broadway community, actors, authors, teachers, Ministry leaders and more! Subscribe now!

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And thanks to Mike Stapleton and Helen Kemeny for the original music created for this podcast.