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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.

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In this episode, Rahn and Eric talk with Jenni Lord, founder and CEO of Chosen. She shares the heart behind Chosen, how it started, and the evolution of their mission to what it is today. Jenni shares her personal journey and experience with the adoption of her brother which ultimately led to the founding of Chosen over 15 years ago. Today, Chosen focuses on supporting families in the foster care and adoption system, addressing the trauma experienced by children and the challenges faced by caregivers. Jenni emphasizes the need for a holistic approach to healing, emotional safety, and practical tools for families to build healthy connections as part of a call for systemic changes in our approach to child welfare.

While Chosen has experienced remarkable success keeping families together, Jenni reminds us that the need is far greater than we realize, and the challenges facing families is likely much deeper than we imagine. Raising awareness and providing access to desperately needed resources to support families is paramount. They have launched their 100,000 strong initiative as part of their aerial strategy to help fundamentally shift child welfare in the U.S., and invite us to support their mission through prayer coverage, helping raise awareness of the services and training they provide, and through financial support. Above all, Jenni reminds us all that no child is beyond hope and healing, so we invite you to join us in support of Chosen’s mission to change the trajectory of families for generations.

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Diane Brask shares how two questions from the chief in a remote village on the other side of the globe profoundly shaped her life, ultimately leading to forming Global Seed Planters. She shares how the humble roots on the farm shaped a ministry with hallmarks of sustainability and multiplication across the three main pillars of their ministry in dozens of countries around the world. She concludes with an amazing story of sustainable farming that is transforming churches and communities in Northern Uganda. Learn about the ways you can help support Global Seed Planters to the ends of the Earth.

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From humble beginnings as a farm girl in rural Wisconsin to serving people in the most remote parts of the globe, Diane Brask shares stories about the experiences that led her to a village in the Philippines, her encounter with a hairy dead guy named LoLo Jose, and the two questions the local chief asked that would shape the rest of her life. Join us for part 1 of Global Seed Planters.

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Rahn and Eric share the story of how God inspired the launch of the podcast, weaving their lives together over a week unlike any they had ever experienced. Early morning encounters with God, a ROAR day promo, a PBS show, and Eric’s mother-in-law all playing significant roles in the unfolding story of the Grand Weaver.