The Father’s Life

What happens when the wounds of our past begin shaping the way we parent, love, and see ourselves? In this heartfelt conversation, Michael Pierce sits down with Hugh Monot from The Family Oasis to explore the journey from brokenness to freedom, performance to identity, and striving to belonging. Drawing from their shared experiences as adoptees, they discuss the deep connection between healing, fa...

In this inspiring episode of The Father’s Life Podcast, Michael sits down with Faytene Grasseschi, a national prayer mobilizer, broadcaster, and faith-based advocate who has served in Christian ministry and charitable work for nearly three decades. In this conversation, Faytene shares the remarkable story behind the National Day of Prayer and the conviction that led to a growing movement of believ...

In this inspiring episode of The Father’s Life Podcast, Michael Pierce sits down with Faytene Grasseschi, a national prayer mobilizer, broadcaster, and faith-based advocate who has served in Christian ministry and charitable work for nearly three decades.   In this conversation, Faytene shares the remarkable story behind the National Day of Prayer and the conviction that led to a growing movement...

In this powerful episode of the The Father's Life Podcast, Michael Pierce sits down with Singaporean creatives and kingdom pioneers Patrick and Lily Bezalel for a deeply honest conversation about faith, technology, creativity, and discipling the next generation in a digital age. From augmented reality gospel art and immersive VR encounters with Jesus, to building safe kingdom-centered spaces insid...

In this powerful episode of the The Father's Life Podcast, Michael Pierce sits down with Singaporean creatives and kingdom pioneers Patrick and Lily Bezalel for a deeply honest conversation about faith, technology, creativity, and discipling the next generation in a digital age. From augmented reality gospel art and immersive VR encounters with Jesus, to building safe kingdom-centered spaces insid...

In this deeply moving episode of The Father’s Life Podcast, Michael Pierce sits down with Rex Verzosa for an honest and powerful conversation about abandonment, identity, and discovering God as Father.   Both Michael and Rex share a rare and profound connection—they were each abandoned as children and then adopted. Through their stories, they unpack the emotional and spiritual layers of what it me...

In this deeply moving episode of The Father’s Life Podcast, Michael Pierce sits down with Rex Verzosa for an honest and powerful conversation about abandonment, identity, and discovering God as Father. Both Michael and Rex share a rare and profound connection—they were each abandoned as children and then adopted. Through their stories, they unpack the emotional and spiritual layers of what it mean...

Anni Joy is a German-based singer-songwriter and storyteller whose life has been shaped by faith, culture, and creativity across nations. With over 15 years of writing music rooted in real-life experiences, her songs emerge as raw, honest “psalms” that process grief, love, identity, and the human journey with God. After a spontaneous cover of an Iranian song—recorded as a prayer for a nation in cr...

Anni Joy is a German-based singer-songwriter and storyteller whose life has been shaped by faith, culture, and creativity across nations. With over 15 years of writing music rooted in real-life experiences, her songs emerge as raw, honest “psalms” that process grief, love, identity, and the human journey with God. After a spontaneous cover of an Iranian song—recorded as a prayer for a nation in cr...

In this episode of The Father’s Life, Michael sits down with Pastor Bold Kere of Le Chemin Apostolic Center in Gatineau, Quebec. Together, they explore what it truly means to live as sons and daughters of the Father—not just in church, but in every area of life. From heartfelt stories about family, identity, and generational legacy to deep insights on carrying God’s presence into the marketplace,...

In this episode of The Father’s Life, Michael sits down with Pastor Bold Kere of Le Chemin Apostolic Center in Gatineau, Quebec. Together, they explore what it truly means to live as sons and daughters of the Father—not just in church, but in every area of life. From heartfelt stories about family, identity, and generational legacy to deep insights on carrying God’s presence into the marketplace,...

Mary Luong, 31, worship and prayer leader at Living God Church in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, serves under her father, Pastor Daniel, who envisions national spiritual restoration. Raised firstborn of four in a small Christian family amid communist Vietnam and a culture demanding self-reliance and emotional stoicism, she initially rejected her parents’ sacrificial ministry, instead pursuing financia...

Mary Luong, 31, worship and prayer leader at Living God Church in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, serves under her father, Pastor Daniel, who envisions national spiritual restoration. Raised firstborn of four in a small Christian family amid communist Vietnam and a culture demanding self-reliance and emotional stoicism, she initially rejected her parents’ sacrificial ministry, instead pursuing financia...

Dr. Lay Ping, also affectionately known as Lay Ping or Pinky, is a trained medical doctor and accomplished entrepreneur based in Hong Kong. She is the co-author of Whispers from the Womb, a book born from her master's thesis on the church's role in addressing abortion and the sanctity of life. As a mother of four and grandmother of seven, Dr. Ping has a profound passion for God's masterpieces in c...

In this powerful episode of The Father’s Life podcast, Michael Pierce interviews Gideon Cheang from Macau in his first English-language conversation as Gideon shares his journey from coming to Christ at age 17 and serving in full-time ministry to confronting the hidden wound of same-sex attraction rooted in the loss of his father at age seven. Through spiritual fathering, counseling, and a profoun...

In this powerful episode of The Father’s Life podcast, Michael Pierce interviews Gideon Cheang from Macau in his first English-language conversation as Gideon shares his journey from coming to Christ at age 17 and serving in full-time ministry to confronting the hidden wound of same-sex attraction rooted in the loss of his father at age seven. Through spiritual fathering, counseling, and a profoun...

Hooman Khalili is an Iranian-American artist, activist, filmmaker, and former radio personality from the San Francisco Bay Area. In recent years, he has undergone a dramatic pivot to human rights advocacy, becoming the only artist in the world, officially invited by the State of Israel to create murals supporting the women of Iran and their fight for freedom under the "Woman Life Freedom" movement...

Hooman Khalili is an Iranian-American artist, activist, filmmaker, and former radio personality from the San Francisco Bay Area. In recent years, he has undergone a dramatic pivot to human rights advocacy, becoming the only artist in the world, officially invited by the State of Israel to create murals supporting the women of Iran and their fight for freedom under the "Woman Life Freedom" movement...

In this heartfelt episode of The Father's Life, Bryan and Teresa Elliott share their powerful testimonies of profound loss, divine redemption, and unexpected new beginnings. From Teresa's journey of church planting in Canada and losing her first husband to cancer, to Bryan's decades of family tragedy, rebellion, failed marriages, and the heartbreaking murder of his daughter, both walked through un...

In this heartfelt episode of The Father's Life, Bryan and Teresa Elliott share their powerful testimonies of profound loss, divine redemption, and unexpected new beginnings. From Teresa's journey of church planting in Canada and losing her first husband to cancer, to Bryan's decades of family tragedy, rebellion, failed marriages, and the heartbreaking murder of his daughter, both walked through un...

Michael sits down with Chris Byberg, Executive Director of the National House of Prayer (NHOP) in Ottawa, Canada. With over 45 years in ministry and a background as chief of staff for a provincial MPP, Chris shares insights on mobilizing prayer across the nation. Together, they discuss the importance of interceding for all political leaders—regardless of party—praying blessings instead of curses,...

Michael sits down with Chris Byberg, Executive Director of the National House of Prayer (NHOP) in Ottawa, Canada. With over 45 years in ministry and a background as chief of staff for a provincial MPP, Chris shares insights on mobilizing prayer across the nation. Together, they discuss the importance of interceding for all political leaders—regardless of party—praying blessings instead of curses,...

In this inspiring episode of The Father's Life podcast, host Michael Pierce sits down with Hanny Setiawan, a seasoned pastor and leader from Solo, Indonesia, for a heartfelt conversation on faith, family, and the kingdom of God.   Drawing from Hanny's 40 years as a believer and 32 years in ministry, they explore Indonesia's rich cultural tapestry as the world's most populous Muslim nation and its...

In this inspiring episode of The Father's Life podcast, host Michael Pierce sits down with Hanny Setiawan, a seasoned pastor and leader from Solo, Indonesia, for a heartfelt conversation on faith, family, and the kingdom of God.   Drawing from Hanny's 40 years as a believer and 32 years in ministry, they explore Indonesia's rich cultural tapestry as the world's most populous Muslim nation and its...

In this conversation, Stockwell Day shares his journey from entrepreneurship to a prominent political career in Canada, discussing the challenges and triumphs he faced along the way. He emphasizes the importance of faith in politics, the need for respectful discourse, and the power of love and forgiveness in navigating conflicts. Stockwell reflects on the changing political landscape and the neces...