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Bruce Koblish and Mark Heimermann share their intertwined journeys in the Christian music industry, discussing their personal experiences of loss, transformation, and the importance of serving others. They reflect on their past collaborations, the creation of Gravity Records, their mutual connection to Amy Grant & other artists, and ultimately how life’s experiences shaped each of them. The discussion emphasizes the significance of identity, purpose, and the desire to know Jesus amidst life's challenges. Bruce shares his journey of healing and the creation of Unwavering Resolve, a non-profit focused on helping individuals struggling with addiction and homelessness through storytelling and community connection. He explains the retreat model, the power of personal stories in recovery, and the importance of serving others with authenticity. Bruce emphasizes the collaborative nature of their work and the vision for expanding their impact, particularly among young people and college campuses. This conversation highlights the role and significance of humility, surrender, and community in the journey of faith.

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In this heartfelt episode of The Grand Weaver, we sit down with Dick Wildeman, a former Catholic priest who shares his journey from a reluctant participant in a parish meeting to a lifelong advocate for the people of Haiti.

From his first trip to Haiti in 1984, where he encountered armed soldiers at the airport, bumpy rides on overcrowded buses, and profound culture shock, Dick found himself captivated by the resilience, joy, and faith of the Haitian people.

Through touching anecdotes, he describes the immense challenges and rewards of working with remote villages, where simple requests for a roof, a cemetery, and basic medical care transformed into tangible acts of service. Dick reflects on how these experiences deepened his faith, reshaped his understanding of mission work, and revealed the true meaning of Christian service.

This episode is a powerful reminder of how God can use unexpected moments and reluctant hearts to create lasting change. Tune in to hear how Dick’s unwavering commitment has impacted countless lives in Haiti—and how Haiti, in turn, transformed his own.

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Eric travels to Albania to spend time with Benny and Sam Xhako of Selah Worship Arts in the capital city of Tirana. Benny and Sam share remarkable stories of God's call upon their lives in the midst of a culture shaped by hundreds of years of oppression and the denial of God's existence. Having no church tradition, no church fathers, no mentors, and no Albanian worship music, Benny answered God's call to equip the church in Albania through his training as a musician and pastor. It's an inspiring story of living by faith when resources are few and the path forward is quite uncertain. His wife Irma, son Sam, and daughter Sibora serve and equip the church alongside Benny, leading conferences and worship events across the Balkans in addition to operating the worship arts school. The episode concludes with the family singing a beautiful original song entitled "Këngë Bekimi" from the priestly blessing found in Numbers 6.