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"Hit Hard" Dr. Pat and Tammy Mcleod www.patandtammymcleod.com   What is ambiguous loss? How does a thriving student-athlete at one of the nation's top prep schools experience a life-altering moment on a football field? This is the story of Pat and Tammy Mcleod, their son of Zach, and the family’s journey of letting go of what was and learning to live with what is.   Dr. Pat and Tammy McLeod serve...

www.pearlside.org/location/nanakuli How does God move powerfully in the lives of a church planting couple to build a ministry on the West Side of Oahu, beginning in a garage, while experiencing the pain of two miscarriages, one that nearly took the mother’s life? This is the story of Moku and Sierra Kukonu. Pastor Moku and Sierra Kukonu lead Pearlside Church in Nanakuli. They are the parents of fo...

"All from Above" Matti Stevenson www.mattimediagroup.com   What happened when a car crossed two medians at over 100 miles per hour and hit Matti Stevenson head on? What happened to her when responders used the Jaws of Life to pry her body from the mangled metal? Broken bones, wires everywhere, breathing tube, feeding tube, the doctor said, “She broke almost every part of her body.” Forty-five brok...

"Envision with God" Dr. Francis Oda www.g70.design   How does a boy who grew up gazing at night at the only clean square foot on his otherwise dilapidated ceiling? What did he see that led to becoming a world-renowned architect? How does his life reflect a daily practice he calls “Envisioning with God”? This is the story of Dr. Francis Oda. Seeing the creative splendor of the Lord, Francis resonat...

How does God raise up a man to lead one of Hawaii’s iconic real estate development companies? This is the story of Quentin Machida – a story of process, timing, and the powerful ministry of a local church.   Quentin Machida is the President & Chief Executive Officer of Gentry Homes, Ltd. He joined the Gentry team in 1990 as an Accounting Analyst then moved to Financial Analyst, Purchasing Mana...

Donovan Sabog Why did God lead a boy on a journey from West Oahu to Punahou School, to Yale University for degrees with distinction in Economics and History, corporate management in New York City, before returning to Hawaii to be a pastor? This is the story of Donovan Sabog.   Pastor Donovan Sabog is a purpose-driven pastor, impactful worship leader, and resourceful creative. He joined New Hope Oa...

First L.A.P. Matthew Taufete’e  www.firstlap.org   How important is the power of forgiveness? What does it mean to be a peacemaker? In what ways do men face challenges after being incarcerated? God has touched the life of a man named Matthew Taufete’e, along with his team, who lead a ministry to answer those questions in practical ways.   Matthew Taufete’e is the Executive Director of The First L....

Manslaughter to Man of God Matthew Taufete’e www.firstlap.org   How does Jesus show love to a person who was sentenced to prison for manslaughter and transform him into a man of God? This is the story of Matthew Taufete’e, one of abuse by a father, searching for acceptance in gangs, theft, killing, complete brokenness, repentance, forgiveness, and wholeness.   Matthew Taufete’e is the Executive Di...

One of today’s fiercest and most enjoyable debates involves which athletes are the GOATs—the greatest of all time—in various sports. In recent years, the debate over GOATs has intensified as hundreds of bloggers, podcasters, websites, and radio and television talk shows have discussed this issue and numerous polls of sportswriters and fans have been conducted. Comparing athletes from different era...

Sexual abuse is a painful subject. Some victims suffer in silence and go to their grave having never shared their secret with anyone. Others may take years before revealing their history to a confidante or their spouse but are reluctant to disclose details or seek professional help. They might mask their wounds with smiles and people-pleasing, but the pain remains buried in the soul. Shelley’s Sto...

Faith Collaborative Hawaii Carol Hayashida www.faithcollaborativehi.org   Why would a woman with a background in healthcare sales and working with community non-profits choose to collaborate with churches to meet people’s needs? This is the story of Carol Hayashida.   Carol Hayashida is the Sr. Customer Success Manager for Unite Us, a platform that connects healthcare organizations and providers w...

God’s Power for Maurer Suzanne Maurer   How does a vibrant woman of faith, who continues to touch lives with the love of Jesus, navigate an unexpected change in life, one that would sideline most people? This is the story of Suzanne Maurer.   Suzanne Maurer served as the co-host of The Good Life Hawaii radio/podcast, her voice heard nationwide. A Bible study leader and women’s retreat speaker, she...

What Day Are You? Steve Sombrero and Scott Hogle www.amazon.com What Day Are You?   Why would a successful international businessman and consultant to many Fortune 500 companies and Asia based conglomerates, choose to write a children’s book? This is the story of Steve Sombrero. He is joined by bestselling author Scott Hogle.     Steve Sombrero is the author with Candice Sombrero Ishikawa of, What...

When Life Crumbles: Finding Hope in Tough Times Curtis and Deann Lewis www.prayfornatalie.com   How would you respond if a medical professional told you that the child you once knew will no longer be the same due to a routine procedure that went wrong? Where would you find strength to make it through? What might God do in such a moment? This is the story of Curtis and Deann Lewis and their daughte...

“A Heart for Lahaina: Ululani’s Hawaiian Shave Ice”  David Yamashiro, Jr. www.ululanishawaiianshaveice.com David & Ululani Yamashiro started their Ululani’s Hawaiian Shave Ice journey in Lahaina, Maui in December 2008. Their Lahaina shops have been the foundation of success. Most of their west-side staff were born and raised in Lahaina and have given many good years of their lives. From the fi...

Facts on a 15-Week Fetus Dr. Katrina Furth www.lozierinstitute.org   What may happen as people come to understand more about embryonic and fetal development? Will they be more likely to support life-affirming policies? Are there facts about a fifteen-week-old fetus that may surprise you? Dr. Katrina Furth, an associate scholar at Lozier Institute shares her research findings.   Katrina Furth, Ph....

The Real Messiah Dr. Jerry Newcombe www.jerrynewcombe.com   Is the Bible just a book written by men? How is one to understand that the Bible is full of God’s promises that are as relevant today as when Jesus walked on earth more than 2,000 years ago? In the book The Real Messiah: Prophecies Fulfilled by Dr. D James Kennedy and Dr. Jerry Newcombe, we are guided through dozens of Old Testament Messi...

Sovereign’s Capital Jake Thomsen www.sovereignscapital.com   What is faith driven investing? What are standards of excellence for a faith driven investor? Are capital markets able to advance the gospel around the world? How does God raise up a leader with global experiences for a key role of faith driven investing? This is the story of Jake Thomsen, a man with an eternal mindset in the world of in...

Sweet Tea Social Marketing Heather Heuman www.sweetteasocialmarketing.com   What is a digital missionary? Heather Heuman became a Christian when she was a freshman in high school. Today, she finds the online space a wonderful place for her to be a digital missionary.  Heather is a social media speaker, strategist and trainer specializing in helping Christian business owners and entrepreneurs disco...

New Hampshire Fisher Cats Rick Brenner www.milb.com/new-hampshire   What does it feel like to go from being an intern to an owner of a professional team? How powerful are the words, “You gonna to walk today”? How does a professional baseball team in New Hampshire help save lives of America’s service men and women? This is the story of Rick Brenner, whose life is an inspirational message. God creat...

The Voice of St. Anthony Parish Allston Father Robert Carr www.stanthonyallston.org   How does a U.S. Navy veteran use his international experience as a Catholic priest? In what ways did his work at a public radio station in Boston prepare him for his media ministry that touches New England and beyond – all from his local parish? This is the story of Father Robert Carr.   Father Robert J. Carr is...

If God Performed a Miracle Linda Oliver   If God performed a miracle and saved your child’s lifehow would that change the way you live? Linda Oliver has sung for the First Lady, Laura Bush and at the inaugurations of Governors. She’s organized presidential, gubernatorial, U.S. congressional campaigns, and served four Alabama Governors. Her leadership in resource development has ensured major medic...

The Blanket Lady Susie Jennings www.operationcareinternational.org   What would you do after a heartbreaking calamity? Susie Yanson Jennings desired to serve God and her community after her husband's tragic death. She heard God's call to give blankets to the homeless in downtown Dallas in November 1993. Hailed "The Blanket Lady" her modest beginnings became Operation Care International (OCI)   Sus...

Workplace Ministry Dr. Frank Tully www.navigators.org   Why would a married couple, the husband a trial lawyer and the wife an engineer, both join a ministry that “seeks to Know Jesus, to make Him Known, and to help others do the same”? This is the story of Dr. Frank and Dr. Debbie Tully. Frank joins us to tell of their journey, for him, from the courtrooms of Chicago and church leadership in Whea...

Broker Hotel Jay Snyder www.brokerhotel.com   How does faith in Jesus make a difference to a man in the hotel brokerage business? What role does mentorship play? How vital are relationships and the importance of investing in relationships? Jay Snyder shares insights from his life, a story that involves complex transactions, the wisdom of God, and steady growth. Jay G. Snyder is the Chairman/Partne...