Best WEC Australia Podcasts (2025)

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Can God Truly Change Our Weeping Into Dancing - Cristina shares her story 26:18

12d ago26:18

26:18

Cristina Grenier has been serving God in Africa for 31 years. Originally from Columbia she served firstly in Equatorial Guinea. When her son was 15 he tragically died in a road accident. Cristina shares her journey of grief and the community that supported through dark times. She titles this episode 'Can God Truly Change Our Weeping Into Dancing' a…

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Reaching Buddhists - Malcolm shares his story and wisdom 36:23

19d ago36:23

36:23

Malcolm Gray is the Director of WEC UK. From his story you will learn many lessons about the providence of God in your own life journey. He was born in Thailand, but spent many of his formative years in the Phillipines and the USA. This is a wonderfully personal testimony, as Malcolm recalls the work of the spirit in his own salvation story and cal…

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Seek Out The Kingdom People - Howard tells his story, sharing faith at school and throughout his community 34:34

1M ago34:34

34:34

Howard Barnes had a profound encounter with Jesus when he was 4 when his family were living in England. They moved to Sydney, and Howard narrates his journey with Christ and sharing the hope he has. First as a school student and then as a school teacher. He then shares his story in bringing communities and churches together to seek first the kingdo…

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Bahrain GP Race Review 51:46

2M ago51:46

51:46

Dom Clary and Nate Matthews discuss all things F1 and the Bahrain Grand Prix. They get off the rails and discuss their Forza racing league and much moreBy littleskipjr

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China Race Review 1:00:51

2M ago1:00:51

1:00:51

Dom Clary and Nate Matthews review the China GP and give their input on all the events that took place after the race. They talk about the challenges rookies faced in China as well the difference of brands and the impact it can make on a drivers career. They also talk more about Indy Car, NASCAR, WEC, and IMSA.…

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Australia Race Review 1:10:33

3M ago1:10:33

1:10:33

Dom Clary and Nate Matthews debut a new F1 podcast. This is the Pilot episode that discusses the F175 event and talks about Race one of the 2025 F1 Season. Join each week and join the discuss on all things F1 and Motorsport.By littleskipjr

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Gen Z Mission Gap Year participants Rachel, Hannah, Ava and Josiah focus on Jesus 25:27

3M ago25:27

25:27

Rachel, Hannah, Ava and Josiah are currently doing the JUMP Gap Year with WEC Australia. They start in Brisbane serving in the church and learning much about mission, themselves and Jesus. Then they move to Worldview in Launceston to do one term of Bible College, then they head overseas for 8 weeks to join in with a mission team in an unreached peo…

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Lessons from an MK - Jared shares his story - Papua New Guinea to Australia to Albania 22:39

4M ago22:39

22:39

How does a Missionary Kid (MK) become a missionary? Jared Emery shares his journey from PNG to Australia to Albania. He grew up in the highlands of Papa New Guinea. Now he and his family are preparing to go to Albania as cross cultural workers. He narrates his unique story and it may help you understand your own unique story. Welcome to REACH, the …

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Short Term Mission in 2025 - Are you ready to go? 20:39

5M ago20:39

20:39

Host Richard Jenner teams up with Renee Burgess to explore everything you need to know about taking a Short Term Mission trip. Renee lives in South West Sydney, is married with 2 small children. After leaving school she did a Gap Year through the UK, Spain and Kenya serving in various mission endeavours. She interviews Reach's regular host Richard …

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Creative Arts and Mission - Lindsey invites you to participate in a world wide movement of artists 19:57

9M ago19:57

19:57

It's time to let loose those creative gifts you have been given. Lindsey Parker is a South African artist who lives in Sydney. She belongs to Arts Release, a collective of creative arts specialists who love Jesus and people of other cultures. She invites you to join them on the upcoming Global Creative Studio Day, 20 hours on Zoom, connecting with …

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Member Care for Missionaries - Wayne shares his passion 32:25

9M ago32:25

32:25

The care and support of missionaries is vital to any organisations enterprise, indeed it should be a central operational value. Wayne Coady is part of WEC Australia's Member care Team, he shares his passion for seeing people on mission cared for and loved, from the time they are first thinking about service, till when they retire (and beyond). He d…

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Refugees in Europe - Deborah shares her story 27:50

9M ago27:50

27:50

Deborah shares her story serving refugees in Europe. She and her husband have been serving there for 12 years. Her expertise and experience will open your eyes and your heart to the situation millions face across Europe and across the world. She loves to foster community, and utilise the arts and music in helping refugees. (Deborah's actual name an…

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A Fathers Heart for the Church - Frank from Egypt shares his story 27:13

11M ago27:13

27:13

Frank Farag has the heart of a Pastor and a father. He met Jesus in Egypt and then moved to Sydney, Australia. He pastors an Arabic Church in Sydney and is also involved in planting more churches in the Sydney area. Frank has a great love for the church and deep wisdom for anyone who listens to his story. Welcome to REACH, the WEC Australia Podcast…

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Is Japan on your Heart? Susanna shares her story. 22:57

11M ago22:57

22:57

Susanna Yuan shares her story, born in Taiwan Susanna spent some of her youth in Japan. She then came to Australia and God soon called her back to Japan. She shares much insight about Japan, the Church and how to reach people for Jesus in this country of 123 million people. This is a must listen for anyone considering being a cross cultural worker …

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Are you called to be a missionary? Sean’s story will help you. 26:48

1y ago26:48

26:48

Sean Boucher served in South East Asia planting churches among unreached people groups. He then had many years experience leading a team mentoring people into mission. He now lives in South Australia being the salt of the earth in secular work. His story is a very honest journey through those questions that any follower of Jesus should ask. ‘Am I c…

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Confronting Difference and Crossing Bridges with David Turnbull 34:30

1y ago34:30

34:30

David Turnbull from Adelaide, continues sharing a lifetime of wisdom concerning crossing cultures. He has invaluable advice on how to cross bridges and to embrace difference. What ever your stage in life, wherever you are, you will greatly benefit listening to David's way forward when communicating and developing relationships with others who may a…

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Disability in Mission - David Turnbull shares his family's journey 20:08

1y ago20:08

20:08

David Turnbull from Adelaide, Australia shares his journey being in ministry with a son with a disability. He shares many precious stories and reflects on the rich tapestry that peoples with a disability bring to the mission of the Church. Living with difference features prominently for David. He has participated extensively in the global church fo…

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Should I Go To Bible College - Ben shares his journey from Australia to Vanuatu to New Zealand 25:12

1y ago25:12

25:12

Ben Paschke is Australian, he grew up in Vanuatu and then went to Bible College in New Zealand. His journey of discovery and identity centres on his upbringing and knowledge of the love of God in Christ. Listen to his journey, you may gain much wisdom in your own life course, and perhaps will even end up in a Bible College studying theology, bible …

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Disciple Making - Part 2 - Jim and Cindy from Minneapolis, USA 45:46

1y ago45:46

45:46

Jim and Cindy Lilly live in Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA. They have been discipling people since the 1970s! They are trainers and practitioners in disciple making. They have trained people in Africa, South Asia, North and South America. Jim has written several books on disciple making. This week they share about disciple making. It is a long episode…

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Disciple Making - Jim and Cindy from Minneapolis, USA 25:03

1y ago25:03

25:03

Jim and Cindy Lilly live in Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA. They have been discipling people since the 1970s! They are trainers and practitioners in disciple making. They have trained people in Africa, South Asia, North and South America. Jim has written several books on disciple making. This week they share their personal story of coming to faith and…

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David Um Shares his Heart for the Nations in Sydney 22:38

1y ago22:38

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David Um is the Pastor of Chester Hill Baptist Church, Western Sydney. He shares his journey from Korea to Australia. He has a huge heart for the nations and that people discover the hope that can be found in Jesus Christ. Information on his church can be found at: https://chesterhillbaptist.church/ Welcome to REACH, the WEC Australia Podcast. A po…

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Mentoring, Spiritual Direction, Coaching and Discipleship - Sandy Hart 23:39

1+ y ago23:39

23:39

Sandy Hart is a experienced mentor, spiritual director and coach. It is her passion. She now is living in Launceston, Tasmania and travels extensively helping people on their own journey in Christ. Sandy explores 'Mentoring, Spiritual Direction, Coaching and Discipleship', listening to her you will understand the differences, commonalities and the …

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Anxiety, Burnout and Thriving - Michelle shares her 'way through'. 27:28

1+ y ago27:28

27:28

Michelle Kallmier describes herself as a person who has 'Lived a brave life without being a brave person'. She has been a missionary in Cambodia, a trainer of missionaries and a lecturer in Cross Cultural Communication. She is currently in Cambodia conducting research for her PhD. Today she courageously shares about Anxiety, Burnout and Thriving. S…

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Growing up in Albania - Shurun shares his journey as an MK (missionary kid) 21:38

1+ y ago21:38

21:38

Shurun Yeo was born in Korea. He spent his early life in New Zealand and then moved to Albania where his parents are cross cultural workers. He shares his story growing up in Albania and knowing a faithful God on his journey. Welcome to REACH, the WEC Australia Podcast. A podcast that invites people who are actively sharing their faith in Christ to…

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From the Philippines to Albania: Precila shares her Story 28:40

1+ y ago28:40

28:40

Precila Alingbas is church planting in Tirana, Albania. But how did a young girl from the northern Philippines receive God's call to take the Gospel to Albania? Welcome to REACH, the WEC Australia Podcast. A podcast that invites people who are actively sharing their faith in Christ to share their own story. Some are living in other countries where …

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Oops I Missed Church-Podcast Host Micah Leaverton 32:28

1+ y ago32:28

32:28

Micah Leaverton is the host of the Podcast ‘Oops I Missed Church’. He is from the USA. He is newly married to Rupa from Australia and so presently lives in Sydney. He shares about his journey sharing faith growing up in the US, and also his story about how he became a paraplegic in a motorcycle accident in Canada. Check out Micah's Podcast 'Oops I …

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Loving the Japanese - Mark and Tam's Story 17:08

1+ y ago17:08

17:08

Mark and Tam Haddon are preparing to move to Japan. When they first lived there, they did not know Jesus. They are returning with Christ, and the desire to share this hope with the Japanese community. Welcome to REACH, the WEC Australia Podcast. A podcast that invites people who are actively sharing their faith in Christ to share their own story. S…

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Dive Into The Balkans - 4 Countries in Two Weeks 20:13

1+ y ago20:13

20:13

Seven people travelled together through Albania, Kosovo, North Macedonia and Greece. As part of WEC's DiveInto short term mission program. The adventure led them to discover God in may places, in people and in their own life. https://www.diveintowec.com Welcome to REACH, the WEC Australia Podcast. A podcast that invites people who are actively shar…

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Reaching Rotterdam: Daniel and Jon talk about the open opportunities to reach the migrant populations in the Netherlands 40:01

1+ y ago40:01

40:01

Daniel van Saane and Jon DiNovo are reaching Rotterdam, in the Netherlands. Their ministry Reaching Rotterdam networks across the city, bringing communities together. It provides an opportunity for followers of Jesus to work among migrant communities and young churches. You could join them for a short term mission, an internship or make a long term…

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Timothee Paton in France and the Centrality of the Gospel 29:50

2y ago29:50

29:50

Timothee Paton lives in France. He spent many years in Cambodia and now mobilises people into mission in France. His passion is the Gospel, its centrality to our calling and its proclamation. He tells many stories of people in France responding to the Good News. https://timotheepaton.com/en/affermis-ce-qui-est-pres-de-mourir/ Welcome to REACH, the …

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Creative Arts on Mission: Rebecca shares her life journey, poetry and adventures on the Camino in Spain 31:21

2y ago31:21

31:21

Rebecca King shares her journey from Australia to Venezuela to Brisbane and then to Spain. An often difficult path that leads her to express her journey through poetry. Even when all seems too difficult, God is still there, patient, merciful and loving. Welcome to REACH, the WEC Australia Podcast. A podcast that invites people who are actively shar…

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Julie's Journey to Central Asia - you will be encouraged and you will be challenged 13:25

2y ago13:25

13:25

Julie shares about Jesus in Central Asia. She shares her journey to a place so culturally different to her own. How she decided to make the leap and commit to serving Christ, learning the language and loving the people in this amazing region. Welcome to REACH, the WEC Australia Podcast. A podcast that invites people who are actively sharing their f…

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Translating the Bible: Margaret Love from Wycliffe Bible Translators 21:46

2y ago21:46

21:46

Margaret Love has works with Wycliffe Bible Translators (https://wycliffe.org.au/). She shares her own story, and gives us insight into the world of Bible Translation. She also is involved in ReachOut Missions Conferences (https://reachoutmissions.com.au/). Welcome to REACH, the WEC Australia Podcast. A podcast that invites people who are actively …

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Chris, an Apprentice of Jesus in Multicultural Sydney 21:09

2y ago21:09

21:09

Christopher Jenner attends Rivers Edge Church in Sydney. He grew up as an MK, a missionary kid. His heart is turned towards reaching and discipling people where he lives, Sydney, one of the most multicultural cities on earth. Welcome to REACH, the WEC Australia Podcast. A podcast that invites people who are actively sharing their faith in Christ to…

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JUMP - A Mission Gap Year in 2024 - Kathy Moura 19:50

2y ago19:50

19:50

Have you considered doing a Gap Year in 2024? Kathy Moura from Brisbane, Australia share some of her story. She also explains JUMP, a Gap Year that focuses on mission, serving and learning. It also requires participants to complete the Year in 3 locations, Brisbane, Launceston and an overseas placement. Serve. Travel. Learn. Welcome to REACH, the W…

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Linda's Journey serving refugees from Dalby to Austria to Sydney 19:35

2y ago19:35

19:35

In our third Episode of the Reach Podcast we continue hearing the stories of people working with Refugees. Linda Whitehouse shares her story of how she came to work among refugees in both Austria and Sydney. Welcome to REACH, the WEC Australia Podcast. A podcast that invites people who are actively sharing their faith in Christ to share their own s…

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Jesus at Work in Western Sydney - Juan and Vicki 30:31

2y ago30:31

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In our second Episode of the Reach Podcast we continue hearing the stories of people working with Refugees. Juan and Vicki share their story of how they began to serve refugees in Western Sydney. Welcome to REACH, the WEC Australia Podcast. A podcast that invites people who are actively sharing their faith in Christ to share their own story. Some a…

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Serving Refugees: Memo and Bec Gomez 29:13

2y ago29:13

29:13

In our first Episode of the Reach Podcast we begin a series, hearing the stories of people working with Refugees. Memo and Bec Gomez share their story and how they came to serve refugees in Sydney, with the Sydney Refugee Team. Show notes: WEC Australia's web page: https://wec.com.au Sydney Refugee Team web page: https://sydneyrefugeeteam.org.au…

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