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Pursuing Redemption
Hosted by Heather Shore · EN
Welcome home where healing and restoration is celebrated in stories from those who have walked through fire and come out on the other side. Welcome to the Pursing Redemption podcast with Heather Shore. #innerhealing #deliverance #jesus #holyspirit #god
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House for the Broken with Jaron Lockridge
Jun 2400:33:50Tap to summarizeSend us Fan MailIn this episode, we sit down with filmmaker, police officer, and founder of Cinema Ministry Productions, Jaron Lockridge. Through years in law enforcement and his own personal experiences, Jaron has witnessed the devastating effects of addiction, trauma, shame, broken relationships, emotional pain, and spiritual hopelessness.After a life-changing encounter with Jesus, Jaron redirected his passion for storytelling toward creating films and media that point people to hope, healing, and redemption. He shares how God transformed his life and calling, leading him from independent media production into Christ-centered filmmaking that addresses the struggles many people quietly carry.Together, Heather and Jaron discuss the realities of addiction, emotional wounds, discipleship, and the journey toward freedom in Christ. They also explore Jaron’s upcoming streaming series, House for the Broken, which draws from real-life experiences to tell honest stories about broken families, shame, healing, and restoration.This conversation offers encouragement for anyone walking through pain, wrestling with their past, or searching for hope. Jaron’s story is a reminder that no life is beyond God’s redemption and that healing often begins when we bring our brokenness into the light.Beyond The BeaconJoin Bishop Kevin Sweeney for inspired interviews with Catholics living out our faith!Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the showFollow along at Instagram @restoringministriesok or Facebook @restoringministriesok. To learn more, check out heathervshore.com.
Transcribe →From Federal Prison to Hope and Healing with Ranae Van Roekel
May 2700:34:55Tap to summarizeSend us Fan MailIn this deeply honest and hope-filled episode, I sit down with Ranae Van Roekel of Connecting to Cope to talk about healing from trauma, walking through the darkest seasons of marriage and life, and finding redemption on the other side of brokenness. Through devastating failures, incarceration, emotional pain, and the difficult journey of inner healing, Ranae shares how God met her in the middle of despair and began restoring her identity, relationships, and sense of purpose.Together, we discuss the hidden effects of unresolved trauma, how survival mode can impact marriages and families, and what it looks like to embrace accountability, healing, and hope when life feels completely shattered. Ranae’s story is a powerful reminder that your lowest moment does not have to define your future, and that restoration is possible even after life-altering mistakes.To learn more about social justice reform, advocacy work, and developing life-impact skills, connect with Connecting to Cope.Beyond The BeaconJoin Bishop Kevin Sweeney for inspired interviews with Catholics living out our faith!Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the showFollow along at Instagram @restoringministriesok or Facebook @restoringministriesok. To learn more, check out heathervshore.com.
Transcribe →God on the move in the Underground Iranian Church with Lana Silk from Transform Iran
May 1300:36:17Tap to summarizeSend us Fan MailIn this powerful episode, Lana Silk, CEO of Transform Iran, shares remarkable stories of how God is moving through the underground church in Iran despite intense persecution and government opposition. Raised in a Christian family under Iran’s Islamic regime, Lana offers personal insight into the spiritual hunger spreading across the nation and the courageous believers risking everything to follow Jesus.Together, they discuss the rapid growth of Christianity in Iran, miraculous testimonies of healing and transformation, and how ministries like Transform Iran are using discipleship, Bible distribution, media outreach, and humanitarian aid to reach millions with the Gospel. Lana also explains what Western Christians can learn from the faith, sacrifice, and boldness of the Iranian church.This conversation is filled with hope, courage, and inspiring reminders that even in some of the darkest places, God is powerfully at work. Beyond The BeaconJoin Bishop Kevin Sweeney for inspired interviews with Catholics living out our faith!Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the showFollow along at Instagram @restoringministriesok or Facebook @restoringministriesok. To learn more, check out heathervshore.com.
Transcribe →When Darkness Loses Its Power: Healing Trauma Through the Father’s Love with Dr. Robin Braun
Apr 2900:56:31Tap to summarizeSend us Fan MailIn this deeply moving episode, I sit down with Dr. Robin Braun to explore the journey of healing from eating disorders, perfectionism, and performance-based identity — through the transformative love of Father God.Dr. Braun shares her unique path into inner healing, combining tools like frequency work, muscle testing, and deliverance ministry with her work as a licensed professional counselor. Her approach has helped countless individuals break free from trauma and step into true identity and wholeness.We also step into the weightier side of her calling — her groundbreaking work with survivors of extreme trauma, including Satanic ritual abuse and MKUltra. These stories are not easy to hear, but they reveal a profound truth: when darkness is exposed, it loses its power. As Dr. Braun says, “Once you take the lid off of darkness, darkness loses its power.”Rather than focusing on the trauma itself, Dr. Braun brings survivors into encounters with Jesus — where wounded parts are met with love, truth, and miraculous healing. It’s a conversation that will challenge you, stretch your understanding, and ultimately point you back to hope.Dr. Braun is also the author of impactful books including Living Like a Son: Releasing Blocks to Truly Knowing a Loving Father God and Thrive: Applying Biblical & Quantum Energy Principles to Live a Transformed Life.This episode is a powerful reminder: no matter how deep the wound, healing is possible.Beyond The BeaconJoin Bishop Kevin Sweeney for inspired interviews with Catholics living out our faith!Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the showFollow along at Instagram @restoringministriesok or Facebook @restoringministriesok. To learn more, check out heathervshore.com.
Transcribe →Healing & Revival: A Move of God in Oklahoma with Chuck and Nancy Horton
Apr 1501:00:32Tap to summarizeSend us Fan MailIn this powerful episode, we sit down with Chuck and Nancy Horton to discuss the transformative power of healing and the growing sense of revival stirring across Oklahoma. With decades of ministry experience, Chuck and Nancy share firsthand testimonies of God’s healing touch, both physical and spiritual, and speak prophetically about what they believe is an awakening unfolding in the region.Together, we explore how churches and believers can prepare their hearts, step into deeper faith, and partner with what God is doing in this season. This conversation is filled with encouragement, insight, and a renewed call to pursue the presence of God like never before.If you’ve been praying for revival or longing to see healing in your life or community, this episode will ignite your faith and remind you that God is still moving today.🔥 Tune in and be stirred—revival starts with us. Beyond The BeaconJoin Bishop Kevin Sweeney for inspired interviews with Catholics living out our faith!Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the showFollow along at Instagram @restoringministriesok or Facebook @restoringministriesok. To learn more, check out heathervshore.com.
Transcribe →Overcoming Darkness and Finding New Life and Purpose with Dennis Funderberg
Apr 101:03:47Tap to summarizeSend us Fan MailIn this powerful and deeply honest conversation, Dennis Funderburg of Five Crowns Ministries shares his personal journey through some of life’s highest highs and lowest lows. From walking through emotional abuse in his marriage to the painful loss of his church in recent years, Dennis opens up about the challenges that tested his faith, identity, and calling.Together, we explore what it truly means to face emotional, physical, and spiritual struggles and how healing is possible on the other side. Dennis offers a raw and hope-filled perspective, pointing listeners toward Jesus as the source of true restoration, freedom, and strength.Through vulnerability and wisdom, this episode reminds us that even in seasons of loss and hardship, God is still at work — redeeming, restoring, and leading us into deeper wholeness.Dennis and his wife currently lead Five Crowns International Ministries in Texas, where they continue to minister, encourage, and walk alongside others on their own journeys toward healing and freedom.Beyond The BeaconJoin Bishop Kevin Sweeney for inspired interviews with Catholics living out our faith!Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the showFollow along at Instagram @restoringministriesok or Facebook @restoringministriesok. To learn more, check out heathervshore.com.
Transcribe →The Prayer of Freedom with Beatty Carmichael
Mar 1801:22:51Tap to summarizeSend us Fan MailWhat if the symptoms you’ve been battling aren’t the real problem, but a signal pointing to something deeper?In this powerful episode, we sit down with Beatty Carmichael, a teacher on spiritual roots, healing, and freedom, and the creator of The Prayer of Freedom — a biblically based prayer process that has helped people around the world find breakthrough from struggles tied to emotional trauma, chronic pain, addiction, and mental distress.At a time when millions are navigating chronic pain, addiction, and reliance on psychiatric medications, Beatty offers a thought-provoking perspective: what if many diagnoses are accurate, but the root cause has been misunderstood?Drawing from his experience working with over a thousand individuals, Beatty shares how identifying spiritual roots — rather than solely addressing symptoms —has led many people to experience significant freedom, sometimes in a single day. This conversation explores the intersection of faith, healing, and the unseen factors that may influence our well-being.This episode is not about replacing medical care, but about expanding the conversation and inviting listeners to consider a deeper dimension of healing that may be overlooked.If you or someone you love feels stuck in cycles that don’t seem to respond to traditional approaches, this episode offers hope, insight, and a new lens on what true freedom can look like.Beyond The BeaconJoin Bishop Kevin Sweeney for inspired interviews with Catholics living out our faith!Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the showFollow along at Instagram @restoringministriesok or Facebook @restoringministriesok. To learn more, check out heathervshore.com.
Transcribe →Inner Healing Prayer with Dee Helsee
Mar 400:30:37Tap to summarizeSend us Fan MailIn this episode, Dee Helsee opens up about emotional triggers and the sudden waves of anger, sadness, or shame that can feel overwhelming and confusing. For years, Dee lived disconnected from her own heart, unaware of the buried pain shaping her reactions and relationships. More than a decade later, Dee’s life tells a different story. Through the transformative love of God and the support of others, she experienced profound healing and freedom. In this vulnerable conversation, she reveals how facing the wounds of her past led her to become a more whole, grounded, and peaceful version of herself. There is no memory too dark for God’s light to reach. Dee’s testimony is a reminder that healing is possible and that the same love through Jesus is available to you.Dee Helsee is a soul care consultant and cancer survivor who guides others in processing pain with God and experiencing healing through encounters with love. Her book, Better than BandAids, is her emotional healing journey through inner healing prayer. She lives in Tulsa, Oklahoma, with her husband, Bryan, and enjoys time with their three adult children.Beyond The BeaconJoin Bishop Kevin Sweeney for inspired interviews with Catholics living out our faith!Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the showFollow along at Instagram @restoringministriesok or Facebook @restoringministriesok. To learn more, check out heathervshore.com.
Transcribe →Theological Discussion and Untangling Scripture with Marg Mowckzo
Dec 2400:45:35Tap to summarizeSend us Fan MailIn this powerful episode, we explore the biblical theology of Christian egalitarianism with Marg, a thoughtful theologian and teacher committed to helping believers flourish in Christ.Marg shares her conviction that while men and women have fundamental biological differences, they share far more in common and are essentially equal before God. She believes women and men should have equal access to opportunities and services that support human flourishing, and that roles, responsibilities, and functions in the home, church, and wider society are best shared according to a person’s God-given gifts, abilities, talents, and temperament rather than gender.Marg holds a Bachelor of Theology (BTh) from the Australian College of Ministries (ACOM) and a Master of Arts (MA) from Macquarie University, specializing in early Christian and Jewish studies. Her award-winning thesis focused on deacons and Phoebe of Cenchrea, offering fresh insight into women’s leadership in the early church. Much of her time is spent studying, writing, and engaging with people online who reach out through her work.Her personal vision is rooted in Romans 8:29: “to be conformed to the image of Christ.” While she acknowledges this will not be fully realized in this lifetime, she holds fast to the promise of 1 John 3:2. Her mission is twofold:to draw as close to God as possible, be continually filled with the Holy Spirit, and encourage others to do the same, andto live as a Kingdom agent wherever she is.Marg’s heart is to see Jesus-followers thrive in the new life Christ offers. Listeners are invited to explore her articles and Bible study notes on Philippians and 1 Peter, and to connect with her for speaking engagements through her website or social media platforms, on Facebook, Instagram, Bluesky, Twitter, and Linktree.Beyond The BeaconJoin Bishop Kevin Sweeney for inspired interviews with Catholics living out our faith!Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the showFollow along at Instagram @restoringministriesok or Facebook @restoringministriesok. To learn more, check out heathervshore.com.
Transcribe →A Miraculous Healing Journey Anchored in God’s Promises with Jackie Quarles
Dec 1000:55:45Tap to summarizeSend us Fan MailIn this powerful episode, Jackie Quarles shares her miraculous seven-year healing journey from a pericardial tumor wrapped around a major vein in her heart. Her testimony is one of standing firmly on God-breathed promises and witnessing supernatural breakthrough in the midst of overwhelming odds.Jackie opens up about the challenges she faced, the moments that tested her faith, and the intimate ways God spoke into her situation. Her story beautifully demonstrates what happens when we cling to God’s Word and refuse to let go of the promises He has spoken over our lives.Woven throughout this episode are themes of provision, promise, and divine protection. Jackie’s journey is a powerful reminder that miracles still happen today. Ask God for a promise over your life — you won’t be disappointed.Beyond The BeaconJoin Bishop Kevin Sweeney for inspired interviews with Catholics living out our faith!Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the showFollow along at Instagram @restoringministriesok or Facebook @restoringministriesok. To learn more, check out heathervshore.com.
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