Dawn Develyn’s parents started a ministry for woman in need called Benwerren in 1951. Dawn’s nephew, Doug McDonald, has written a book about the history of this ministry. Today we’ll hear how it has helped hundreds of  women and children.

Dawn Develyn&rsquo;s parents started a ministry for woman in need called Benwerren in 1951. Dawn&rsquo;s nephew, Doug McDonald, has written a book about the history of this ministry. Today we&rsquo;ll hear how it has helped hundreds of  women and children.

Jimmy Colefax fronts a series of conversations filled with stories of everyday Australians who reveal the impact their faith has through a variety of challenges, many we all go through.


For more great Christian radio from Australia, visit Vision Christian Radio online for more great content at www.vision.org.au.

Jimmy Colefax fronts a series of conversations filled with stories of everyday Australians who reveal the impact their faith has through a variety of challenges, many we all go through.
 For more great Christian radio from Australia, visit Vision Christian Radio online for more great content at www.vision.org.au.

The Story is series of conversations filled with stories of everyday Australians.

The Story with Jimmy Colefax

Jimmy Colefax fronts a series of conversations filled with stories of everyday Australians who reveal the impact their faith has through a variety of challenges, many we all go through.

Jimmy Colefax fronts a series of conversations filled with stories of everyday Australians who reveal the impact their faith has through a variety of challenges, many we all go through.

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Katie Douglas and Laura Weatherall share their moving mission trip to the Thai-Myanmar border, where they supported Karen refugee teachers and heard nearby bombing from Myanmar's long-running conflict. They reflect on faith, friendship and the human impact of war.

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