Finding Faith

On this episode of Finding Faith, Randy talks with Northview Church’s retiring senior pastor, Steve Poe, and the newly installed senior pastor, CJ Johnson, along with their wives. Now that he has retired, Poe hopes to preach at churches around the country and do more writing, as he’s already penned one book, “Creatures of Habit: Breaking the Habits Holding You Back from God’s Best.” See Privacy Po...

Today’s Finding Faith with Randy Ollis is about the Free Church of God celebrating its 100th Anniversary. Bishop Richard Sanders joined Randy to discuss this and more. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

On this episode of Finding Faith with Randy Ollis, Randy is highlighting a group that makes an impact on children, here at home and around the world. It’s called the Child Evangelism Fellowship, and today we’re putting a spotlight on the Indiana chapter. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

In today's “Finding Faith with Randy Ollis,” he’s calling attention to a special cause. A family is raising funds to have a Safe Haven Baby Box placed in Greenfield in honor of Trisha Dillman, who tragically died due to COVID complications earlier this year. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info...

On today’s Finding Faith with Randy Ollis, this Indiana woman is keeping the faith in both her business and life. Concetta Thomas, founder and director of First Class Learning Ministry, a pre-k program for kids, joined Randy and Amber Hankins to share how faith plays a role in her business and to share sweet letter from her former students. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and Calif...

The Indiana State Library will present “The Mystery of the Darlington Bible,” a free program focusing on a 14th century medieval Bible held in the State Library’s collections. Seth Irwin, conservator for Indiana State Library, joins Randy Ollis to discuss the upcoming event and this historic Bible. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/p...

KK Kokonaing, Miss Indiana Teen USA 2022, stopped by to tell us about her journey in faith. KK has made history as the first-ever Burmese-American to win a state Teen USA title. This Fall, she will attend Bethel University and double major in Psychology and Worship Arts. Her ultimate career goal is to work in clinical research as a neuroscientist and serve others in ministry as a worship lead...

In today’s Finding Faith, we’re highlighting the Nation of Islam. Brother Nuri Muhammad, minister at Muhammad Mosque #74 discusses the ministry he does in Indianapolis, his community outreach, the projects he’s most proud of and more. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

“Sister Friends Forever” is a new soon to be published book written by Kimberla Lawson Roby who says her faith played a huge part in the inspiration behind the book. The “New York Times” bestselling author joined Randy to discuss her latest book. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

It’s a day at the golf course that could make a difference for kids that need scholarships for college, and it’s honoring the memory of a minister who loved both golf and his community. Rev. Carl Z Liggins Sr. Pastor of Mount Olive Missionary Baptist Church joins Randy along with Lawanda Cheatham, wife of Rev. Greg Cheatham, who’s husband inspired this annual event. See Privacy Policy at...

UNITE INDY is a group dedicated to helping their brothers and sisters throughout the inner city of Indianapolis. Jim Cotterill, UNITE INDY president, joins Randy to share more about their mission and their need for volunteers. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Randy and talks to Thomas McDorr, trauma chaplain at IU Health, to share how his role as a chaplain works, how faith plays a factor in resilience and recovery, the importance of having a strong support system, and more. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Thie Witt family’s entire home was destroyed by fire, and one of the only things to survive it nearly unscathed was their bible. Brad Witt and Lisa Witt, house fire survivors, join Randy to talk about how their faith helped them survive this traumatic incident. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Kairos is a Christian and ecumenical ministry but open to people of any faith or those without to attend. Kirk Hunter, state chairman of Kairos of Indiana, joins Randy and Randall Newsome to share how his ministry works and how you can support it. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

In March 2021, 16-year-old Layla Knotts lost control of her vehicle late on a country road in Sullivan County. Her car became airborne, rolled multiple times and came to rest in a cornfield. But Layla’s story is one of hope. She had to learn to walk, talk and think again. God was with her every step of the way.” See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https...

On this episode Randy Ollis and Randall Newsom talk to Indianapolis City Council Chaplain Tim Lindsey about the third annual Indianapolis Prayer Service, how it got started, and why it’s important for the city. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Randy Ollis talks to a former MTV rock star Bobby Hayden. They talk about how he turned his life around by giving it to the lord and created cardbord box ministries. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Randy Ollis and Randall Newsom are talking to Marcus Schrader and Malar Stewart from Workforce Chaplains and learning about how companies can utilize chaplain care. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Randy Ollis and Randall Newsom are learning about the Hindu community. Hinduism is considered the world’s oldest religion. It’s also the world’s third largest religion behind Christianity and Islam. Nitya Sandadi, and Susmita Singh, volunteers with the Hindu Swayamsevak Sangh, join us to share more about Hinduism. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privac...

Randy Ollis and Amber Hankins talk to Stephanie Denson, founder and lead organizer of Spirit & Space. We’ll share the mission of Spirit & Space and how it aims to serve as a bridge to help others achieve their goals, find the resources they need and create a space that lifts their spirit. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.co...

Randy Ollis and Randall Newsom talk to Tim Carrie, Miles of Smiles Outreach Director at Kingdom Racing . We’ll talk about his family’s organization which was created during a time where he and his wife were going through personal times of darkness and struggle and how they then felt called to bring racing and God together. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy...

Randy Ollis and Randall Newsom talk to Amanda Wolf, who was born with sacral agenesis, a rare birth defect which hinders the spine’s development. We’ll talk about how she is determined to make a difference by participating in World Vision’s annual Global 6k for Water. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info...

In today’s Finding Faith with Randy Ollis and Randall Newsome learn about a medical outreach program serving women & children in the villages of Guatemala. Hope Thomas, RN, Medical Director for Reviving Hope, join them to share everything you should know about their organization and how you can support their cause. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice a...

Behind the scenes, IndyCar Ministry continues to serve those within the IndyCar community through prayer, counseling, encouragement and much more during this special time. This May, they’ve created a new initiative dubbed the ‘Month of Ministry’ which will be alive and present. Chuck Lessick, chaplain of Indycar Ministry, joins Randy to share more about their ministry and working with IndyCar. For...

A rabbi, a Muslim comic and a reverend all walked into a comedy show… it's not a joke! Bob Alper, ordained rabbi, and Rev. Susan Sparks, Baptist minister, join Randy Ollis to discuss their upcoming “Laugh in Peace” comedy show presented by Spirit & Place coming to the Indianapolis Public Library on Thursday, May 19. Spirit & Place, a collaborative community initiative housed in the Indiana...