The Grand Weaver
by Eric Henry and Rahn Franklin Jr.
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The Power of Music in World Missions
The Power of Music in World Missions
About this podcast
Sharing the stories of inspiring ministries, inviting you to join in, bringing your gifts to advance the mission of serving the least and the lost all around the world.
Episodes
- The Power of Music in World Missions · 1 h 4 minSend a text In this episode, Steve Benham reflects on a lifelong journey of weaving music, faith, and service together through the work of Music in World Cultures. From the early…
- Ignite America: Obedience, Influence, and the Power of Love · 48 min · Season 1 Episode 19Send a text In this episode of The Grand Weaver, Eric sits down with Barry Meguiar, founder of Ignite America, to explore a powerful story of faith, purpose, and obedience. From…
- The Reel Hope Project: Forever Families for Foster Kids through Adoption Reels · 41 min · Season 1 Episode 18Send a text In this episode, we sit down with Kaycee, founder of The Reel Hope Project, to explore how one powerful idea—creating compelling video profiles of children in foster…
- Show Hope: Transforming Lives Through Adoption · 42 min · Season 1 Episode 17Send a text Justin Myers, Director of Programs at Show Hope, joins Rahn and Eric to share insights into the nonprofit’s deep commitment to helping families overcome barriers to…
- Venture: Serving in Unsafe, Unreached, and Unresourced Places for Jesus · 51 min · Season 1 Episode 16Send a text In this episode, Eric sits down with Ryan Skoog—entrepreneur, faith leader, and co-founder of Venture—for a conversation about purpose, perseverance, and the…
- Wise Carpenter: Mentorship, Faith, and Hope for Ukrainian Boys · 36 min · Season 1 Episode 15Send a text In this episode, Eric sits down with Vitaliy Andriiets, the founder of Wise Carpenter, a ministry in Ukraine dedicated to mentoring boys—especially those growing up…
- Stories Foundation: From Awareness to Action - Confronting Human Trafficking Together · 54 min · Season 1 Episode 14Send a text In this eye-opening episode, Rahn and Eric sit down with Stephanie Page from the Stories Foundation to dive deep into the realities of human trafficking. From…
- CarePortal: What if A Child Shall Lead Us? · 51 min · Season 1 Episode 13Send a text What if your church had the power to keep families together and support vulnerable children—right in your own community? In this episode, Joseph Knittig shares how…
- Mission X Mission: Endless Opportunities & Countless Salvations · 1 h 10 min · Season 1 Episode 12Send a text In this episode, Tim Bisagno shares his journey from being a preacher's kid to founding Mission X Mission, a nonprofit dedicated to creating opportunities for young…
- Likewise Worship: Serving and Preserving Worship Leaders · 1 h 4 min · Season 1 Episode 11Send a text In this episode, Justin Unger shares his journey from frosted-tip touring musician to worship pastor and the challenges he faced along the way. He reminds us of the…
- MomCo. Albania: Overcoming Shame - A Mother's Mission · 46 min · Season 1 Episode 10Send a text In this episode, Eric speaks with Nita, the country leader for MomCo in Albania, about her journey to Albania, the challenges faced by women in a shame-based culture…
- Wilderness Fellowship: Encountering God in the Wilderness · 43 min · Season 1 Episode 9Send a text In this episode, Eric is joined by his wife, Heather, as a special guest host for an endearing conversation with Randy from Wilderness Fellowship. Together, they…
- Promise686: Empowering Churches to Support Vulnerable Families · 49 min · Season 1 Episode 8Send a text In this episode, Ty Bryant shares the heart behind Promise686, a ministry dedicated to supporting vulnerable children and families, inspired by Psalm 68:6. Ty…
- Unwavering Resolve: The Healing Power of Storytelling · 1 h 4 min · Season 1 Episode 7Send a text Bruce Koblish and Mark Heimermann share stories of Reggie White on Jesus Freak night, a tiny house on Amy Grant's farm, and other fascinating tales as they reminisce…
- St. Joseph Worker: From Unlikely Beginnings to Lifelong Mission in Haiti · 39 min · Season 1 Episode 6Send a text 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…
- Selah Worship Arts: Equipping the Church in Albania · 60 min · Season 1 Episode 5Send a text In this episode of The Grand Weaver, we visit Selah Worship Arts in Tirana, Albania, and hear from father–son leaders Benny and Sam about God’s surprising work in a…
- Chosen: Breaking the Cycle of Trauma for Foster & Adoptive Kids · 49 min · Season 1 Episode 4Send a text 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…
- Global Seed Planters: To the Ends of the Earth - Part 2 · 38 min · Season 1 Episode 3Send a text 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: To the Ends of the Earth - Part 1 · 46 min · Season 1 Episode 2Send a text 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…
- A Week With the Weaver: How this All Started · 52 min · Season 1 Episode 1Send a text 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…
