Guided Faith

Jenna

Welcome to Guided Faith, I am your host Jenna Allen & This podcast is all about learning from your mistakes, choices & life experiences that have lead you to christian faith My goal is for my guests to have a voice and share their stories & mentorship. I hope that you can take away something positive from each story and each episode.

  1. Sep 10

    Leaving LGTBQ & Finding Jesus With Keiana Parks

    Welcome back to another episode of Guided Faith, im your host Jenna Allen and today is a much more heavier topic but its so important to bring our brothers and sisters the truth of the gospel and encourage them to find their freedom. today we have a very special guest who is another talented Musician Keiana Parks is a Christian hip-hop artist, songwriter, poet, and founder of Him Over Her. Her music began with a testimony poem that became the foundation for her first EP, called "My Testimony". Since then, she has continued using music to share the gospel of Jesus Christ, with a heart to reach the lost, hurting, and those searching for hope. Her work has been featured on platforms including Rapzilla, Holy Culture Radio, as well as Christian hip-hop events such as flavor fest, and more. Him Over Her was born from Keiana’s personal testimony of leaving the LGBTQ lifestyle to follow Jesus Christ. What began as her story has grown into a YouTube channel where she shares her testimony, has honest conversations, and gives others an opportunity to share their journeys of faith, transformation, and following Christ helping people to see that they too can be free through the transforming power of the gospel of Jesus Christ. Whether through her music, testimony, or conversations, Keiana’s mission is to point people to HIM, reminding them that there is a way out, and His name is Jesus. https://www.instagram.com/iamkeianaparks

    Leaving LGTBQ & Finding Jesus With Keiana Parks
  2. Jun 25

    Finding Faith Through Breast Cancer With Patricia M Passaretti

    Welcome back to another episode of Guided Faith im your host Jenna Allen and today we have a very special guest Patricia M Passaretti. Patricia M. Passaretti is a veteran public relations and artist relations professional with more than 25 years of experience across music, media, and political communications. Her career has been defined by a deep commitment to storytelling, strategic development, and championing artists through every stage of their growth.She currently serves as a Promotions Coordinator at Red Light Management, a role that marks a meaningful full-circle moment in her career, working within a company that represents artists she has long admired—including Switchfoot and The Fray. In addition to her work in promotions, Patricia curates live music experiences and writers’ rounds, including involvement with iconic Nashville songwriting events such as Tin Pan South Songwriters Festival. She also co-manages rising Nashville-based country artist Byrdie Wilson, helping shape both her creative direction and industry presence. With a Bachelor of Arts in Radio, TV, and Film and a minor in Journalism, Patricia blends creative instinct with decades of hands-on industry experience. Her work has supported a wide range of talent, including figures such as Former Milwaukee Sheriff David Clarke and country artist Ryan Weaver, and she has collaborated with artists like Puerto Rican singer-songwriter Ignacio Peña.Alongside her professional work, Patricia is a writer currently developing her memoir, Look Up, which chronicles her journey through a double breast cancer diagnosis, multiple surgeries, and a profound spiritual and emotional transformation. Music—especially artists like Switchfoot—has been a constant source of strength throughout her life.Her work continues to center on connection, purpose, and creating space for artists and stories that matter.

    Finding Faith Through Breast Cancer With Patricia M Passaretti
  3. Jun 18

    Removing Pride & Building Ministry With Andrew Haws

    Welcome back to another episode of Guided Faith im your Host Jenna Allen and today i had a friend of mine share his faith journey and his families ministry and how they are serving jesus Andrew — husband to Shannon, dad to four amazing kids, and a pastor at West Village Church in Victoria, BC.Born and raised in Victoria, he spent nearly a decade living on the Canadian prairies before Shannon and Andrew felt called to return home to Vancouver Island. Today, They have the privilege of raising Their family in the city they love while serving the church and community that have shaped so much of their story.Andrew's greatest passion is helping people grow into the fullness of who God created them to be. As a pastor, much of his life is spent teaching, discipling, developing leaders, and helping others discover how the gospel transforms every area of life. He is deeply convinced that the local church is God's primary instrument for bringing hope, restoration, and renewal to the world.Andrew has always been a lifelong learner. Whether through books, conversations, podcasts, or shared experiences, he loves exploring ideas that help people flourish as disciples of Jesus. Much of his ministry focuses on cultivating communities where people can belong deeply, grow spiritually, and be equipped to live as faithful witnesses in their homes, workplaces, neighbourhoods, and friendships.At West Village Church, he is passionate about seeing ordinary people empowered to live extraordinary lives of mission. he believes every follower of Jesus is called and equipped by the Holy Spirit to participate in God's work of making disciples and bringing the hope of Christ to the world around them.When Andrew is not preaching, leading, or spending time with my family, you'll likely find him exploring local hiking trails, enjoying a good craft beer with friends, or diving into a podcast on theology, leadership, culture, or personal growth.Andrew HawsStaff ElderWest Village Church780-909-8732www.westvillagechurch.com to find out more about their school ministry go to https://www.actonacademyvictoria.ca/

    Removing Pride & Building Ministry With Andrew Haws
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Welcome to Guided Faith, I am your host Jenna Allen & This podcast is all about learning from your mistakes, choices & life experiences that have lead you to christian faith My goal is for my guests to have a voice and share their stories & mentorship. I hope that you can take away something positive from each story and each episode.