Eddie s criminal career began at nine years old. Between the ages of fourteen and twenty nine he spent eleven years behind bars with convictions for assault, theft and robbery. The phrase miss spent youth doesn t do Eddie justice. The final straw came during one prison term when an officer waited until Christmas Day to read him a letter from his wife, a letter telling him she was leaving him. Feeling as though he had nothing left in life Eddie reacted in the only way he knew how violently. Not long after Eddie received a visit from a Christian minister. His message of new beginnings and forgiveness for past sins awoke something in him. Eddie realised that his old life was going no where, he needed a new direction so he trusted and believed the good news of Jesus Christ. From that moment on his life has never been the same. The change in Eddie s life has been so profound as to challenge the cynics who scoff at jailhouse conversions . There is something more here than a guilty person caught in the act having a fit of conscience. Today Eddie reaches out to others through a ministry to the homeless, a testimony to the power of God to renew the whole person. Anne Sutherland s inspiring biography reminds us all that whatever our situation in life, we have a God who welcomes home the prodigal.

Stevie Boyle happily married to Catriona with three children. He came from Glasgow to the Isle of Skye with the family almost 15 years ago with a heart to work with people struggling with addictions. His charity is Living Hope and it is Stevie’s greatest honor to serve this community and share the real hope that is found in the life of Jesus Christ. Stevie’s passion is to see people coming to know the love of God and experience the same freedom in Christ that he knows now. 

Stevie Boyle happily married to Catriona with three children. He came from Glasgow to the Isle of Skye with the family almost 15 years ago with a heart to work with people struggling with addictions. His charity is Living Hope and it is Stevie’s greatest honor to serve this community and share the real hope that is found in the life of Jesus Christ. Stevie’s passion is to see people coming to know the love of God and experience the same freedom in Christ that he knows now. 

Born into the travelling community with deep roots in the Highlands, he shares a compelling tale of upbringing, and an extraordinary journey to faith In Jesus. Don't miss out on this incredible story of hope and perseverance. DJ's story is one you surely won't want to miss.

A wonderful uplifting evening of testimony and music. Ruth Campbell is a Scottish musician with a passion for sharing God's love through her music. She is accompanied by Susan Stirling of Jiggered Ceilidh Band.

Mark and Sharon Hinde have been married since 2008. Both formerly teachers, God called them out of school leadership careers into ministry 10 years ago, since which time, they have pastored a church and more recently led the Scotland team for Open Doors, serving the persecuted church. Both are passionate about sharing Jesus and seeing believers grow strong in the faith. Contrary to the prognosis of doctors, Mark & Sharon also have an 8-year-old miracle daughter called Faith. In late 2021. Mark became gravely ill and was given no hope of pulling through. However, they witnessed God do amazing healing and now spend time sharing the incredible story and giving glory to God.

Nashville Singer-Songwriter Stephanie Staples shares her story through music ministry.

Stephanie Staples has ministered and performed around the world for over two decades, taking her passionate and contemplative music to a variety of venues in the USA, New Zealand, Costa Rica, Canada, and across the United Kingdom and Europe.

Stephanie’s studio albums tell part of her story but it is in her live performances that she truly shines, captivating audiences and fostering a reflective and prayerful atmosphere as she pours the full depth of her life experiences into her music, not shying away from the reality of suffering and dark times but reflecting a light that persists through it all. Her songs are soothing, reflective, and hopeful and many have said that her humor and shared between songs have a similar impact.

The journey of footballer Alexander Samuel and his wife Rachel, looking, waiting and taking guidance from God, for every step he took and still takes as a footballer. Rachel tells of her struggle for a season with depression and anxiety. Both beautiful singers.

Hosted by NP Connect “My Story” events are uplifting evenings of testimony. They feature live audience interviews with real people giving testimony to how Jesus has transformed their lives for the better. These evenings are intended to give hope and encouragement to all who come.

For Ep 2 we were joined by Ricky and Juilie McAdocK of Street Connect.

Rev Iain Macaskill interviews Maureen Ross.