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Episode 187 - Finding Unconditional Love: A Trafficking Survivor’s Story. Special Guest: Mary (Part 2)
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In Part 2 of this episode, Annie continues her heartfelt conversation with trafficking survivor Mary. Mary shares her struggles growing up with an abusive stepfather in a culture where women were pressured to marry young. She saw gang life as a way out, but the consequences were devastating, leaving her feeling trapped and broken. In desperation, Mary prayed for God to heal her and guide her path. Now Mary plays a pivotal role in giving hope to other survivors. They also discuss the struggles of overcoming guilt and shame and what true love looks like. Don't miss this powerful redemption story!
Learn about Annie’s ministry to trafficking survivors and how you can get involved at pinkchair.org
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28:30||Ep. 179In Part 1 of this episode, Annie sits down with Pastor Bill Walker of The Four Seasons Church in Las Vegas. He shares his personal journey of navigating confusion, faith and identity. Raised in a seemingly idyllic home in Western Pennsylvania, Bill had a wholesome upbringing, yet felt a disconnect with his father — laying the foundation for struggles with identity and homosexuality. His life took a pivotal turn after a simple witness of faith by a friend’s mother. This one ends on a cliffhanger, so stay tuned for Part 2 to hear how Bill’s story of redemption unfolds!Keep up with Annie and her work for trafficking survivors at facebook.com/annielobert, instagram.com/annielobert and twitter.com/annielobert