Women Worth Knowing

Cheryl Brodersen and Robin Jones Gunn
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Join us each week for a lively conversation between authors Cheryl Brodersen and Robin Jones Gunn as they explore the lives of well-known—and not so well-known—Christian women in history. Trust us, these are definitely women worth knowing!

  1. Winnie Davies Part 3

    3D AGO

    Winnie Davies Part 3

    In 1935 a young girl from Wales studying nursing in Liverpool, England, surrounded her life to the Lord Jesus. From the moment she was filled with the Holy Spirit she had a desire to minister to the Congolese people. Deep in her heart she felt that the Lord was asking everything of her, even her very life. Cheryl recounts the story and triumph of Winnie Davies from her conversion, her ministry in Congo, to her harrowing capture by the Simba rebels. Winnie’s story will bring to your heart an awareness of the cost of truly giving the Lord everything!

    26 min
  2. Winnie Davies Part 2

    FEB 3

    Winnie Davies Part 2

    In 1935 a young girl from Wales studying nursing in Liverpool, England, surrounded her life to the Lord Jesus. From the moment she was filled with the Holy Spirit she had a desire to minister to the Congolese people. Deep in her heart she felt that the Lord was asking everything of her, even her very life. Cheryl recounts the story and triumph of Winnie Davies from her conversion, her ministry in Congo, to her harrowing capture by the Simba rebels. Winnie’s story will bring to your heart an awareness of the cost of truly giving the Lord everything!

    26 min
  3. Winnie Davies Part 1

    JAN 27

    Winnie Davies Part 1

    In 1935 a young girl from Wales studying nursing in Liverpool, England, surrounded her life to the Lord Jesus. From the moment she was filled with the Holy Spirit she had a desire to minister to the Congolese people. Deep in her heart she felt that the Lord was asking everything of her, even her very life. Cheryl recounts the story and triumph of Winnie Davies from her conversion, her ministry in Congo, to her harrowing capture by the Simba rebels. Winnie’s story will bring to your heart an awareness of the cost of truly giving the Lord everything!

    26 min
  4. Anne Barbour Part 2

    JAN 20

    Anne Barbour Part 2

    From the time she was young, Anne knew she wanted to worship Jesus. She even began composing songs on the piano to Him when she was in junior high. Listen as Anne recounts her journey from a young woman with a love for Jesus and passion for praise to one of the first participants in the inception of praise bands. Anne with her humility, brilliance, and unfailing love for Jesus will capture your heart. Resources:annebarbour.comBilly Graham Evangelistic AssociationSamaritan’s PurseWorld Medical Mission Books by Anne BarbourThe Savior Has Come: An Advent DevotionalJesus, Love to the End: A Devotional to Prepare Your Heart for EasterThe Fourth Chair: Discovering Your Invitation to Come Home

    26 min
  5. Anne Barbour Part 1

    JAN 13

    Anne Barbour Part 1

    From the time she was young, Anne knew she wanted to worship Jesus. She even began composing songs on the piano to Him when she was in junior high. Listen as Anne recounts her journey from a young woman with a love for Jesus and passion for praise to one of the first participants in the inception of praise bands. Anne with her humility, brilliance, and unfailing love for Jesus will capture your heart. Resources:annebarbour.comBilly Graham Evangelistic AssociationSamaritan’s PurseWorld Medical Mission Books by Anne BarbourThe Savior Has Come: An Advent DevotionalJesus, Love to the End: A Devotional to Prepare Your Heart for EasterThe Fourth Chair: Discovering Your Invitation to Come Home

    26 min
  6. Jeanne Willette Part 3

    JAN 6

    Jeanne Willette Part 3

    From her teenage years, Jeanne Willette felt a deep compassion for children with special needs. After coming to faith at nineteen, she was placed in the Sunday School department—where she soon began a class specifically for children with special needs. Years later, Jeanne gave birth to her third child, a beautiful daughter with special needs. This precious gift would launch her into a lifelong ministry—one that serves not only children with disabilities but their parents as well. In these inspiring episodes, Jeanne shares her journey of faith, surrender, and purpose—from her daughter’s diagnosis to her present ministry at Calvary Chapel Costa Mesa. If you have a special needs child or know someone who does, these three episodes with Jeanne Willette are must-listens—you will be blessed! Learn more: Limitless Ministry at Calvary Chapel Costa MesaContact Jeanne: Jenowillette@gmail.com

    26 min
  7. Jeanne Willette Part 2

    12/30/2025

    Jeanne Willette Part 2

    From her teenage years, Jeanne Willette felt a deep compassion for children with special needs. After coming to faith at nineteen, she was placed in the Sunday School department—where she soon began a class specifically for children with special needs. Years later, Jeanne gave birth to her third child, a beautiful daughter with special needs. This precious gift would launch her into a lifelong ministry—one that serves not only children with disabilities but their parents as well. In these inspiring episodes, Jeanne shares her journey of faith, surrender, and purpose—from her daughter’s diagnosis to her present ministry at Calvary Chapel Costa Mesa. If you have a special needs child or know someone who does, these three episodes with Jeanne Willette are must-listens—you will be blessed! Learn more: Limitless Ministry at Calvary Chapel Costa MesaContact Jeanne: Jenowillette@gmail.com

    26 min
  8. Jeanne Willette Part 1

    12/23/2025

    Jeanne Willette Part 1

    From her teenage years, Jeanne Willette felt a deep compassion for children with special needs. After coming to faith at nineteen, she was placed in the Sunday School department—where she soon began a class specifically for children with special needs. Years later, Jeanne gave birth to her third child, a beautiful daughter with special needs. This precious gift would launch her into a lifelong ministry—one that serves not only children with disabilities but their parents as well. In these inspiring episodes, Jeanne shares her journey of faith, surrender, and purpose—from her daughter’s diagnosis to her present ministry at Calvary Chapel Costa Mesa. Resources:If you have a special needs child or know someone who does, these three episodes with Jeanne Willette are must-listens—you will be blessed!Learn more: Limitless Ministry at Calvary Chapel Costa MesaContact Jeanne: Jenowillette@gmail.com

    26 min
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Join us each week for a lively conversation between authors Cheryl Brodersen and Robin Jones Gunn as they explore the lives of well-known—and not so well-known—Christian women in history. Trust us, these are definitely women worth knowing!

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  • Creator
    Cheryl Brodersen and Robin Jones Gunn
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    306
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2026 Calvary Chapel Costa Mesa
  • Show Website
    Women Worth Knowing

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