Transformation: Seeking help when things look impossible

Transformation: Hopes and dreams interrupted by potential child marriage: Join host Cathy Herholdt and Karess Linzer as they share a compelling story of transformation of a young girl whose life was halted by a potential arranged marriage. It was the determination and perseverance of her mom that made a way for her to... by The End of the Road

11 min listen

Transformation: Forgiveness and reconciliation after 45 years: Join host Cathy Herholdt and Karess Linzer as they share a story of the transforming power of God's love that led to reconciliation between two sisters. From uncertainty and being uncomfortable approaching one another to being willing to allow God to... by The End of the Road

13 min listen

Transformation: Helping others in the community and beyond: Join host Cathy Herholdt and Karess Linzer as they share a story of the transforming power of the Gospel that changed two people from the inside out. Hear how they both began to live lives that were in direct opposition of what they’d ever seen before... by The End of the Road

12 min listen

Transformation: Healing and hope found in community: Join host Cathy Herholdt and Karess Linzer as they share a story of hope, healing, and transformation in Bangladesh and shine a light on the realities of human trafficking in the area. Hear how one woman used her experience with human trafficking to... by The End of the Road

13 min listen

Mystifying Myanmar: Finding peace amid turmoil in this unfamiliar country: How much do you know about Myanmar? Join guest Mark Estes for a virtual journey into the mountains and rural villages of this fascinating southeast Asian country. With 135 different distinct ethnic tribal groups, and a landscape dotted with Buddhist... by The End of the Road

40 min listen

Beyond Borders: Small scale village development brings big changes in Laos: The End of the Road looks different around the world, but there are similarities when it comes to the excitement that happens when communities move from extreme poverty to hope and change. Not far outside the small, bustling city of Pakse, Laos, the... by The End of the Road

31 min listen

The Power of Sisterhood: Women elevating women in DRC: Some call the Democratic Republic of Congo a forgotten crisis. Conflict has held this lush, beautiful, mysterious land captive for decades. Most who live here have never known peace—especially women. From within the walls of their own homes to the... by The End of the Road

22 min listen

Cultivating Hope: Planting Seeds of Change in Chad: Join Ali Angobona as he takes us on a virtual journey to his home country of Chad, deep in the heart of north-central Africa, where Sahel temperatures can reach over 120 degrees and people have faced conflict, war, and extreme poverty for generations.... by The End of the Road

35 min listen

When Chaos Reigns: Clinging to Hope as Haiti Teeters on the Edge of Catastrophe: You can hear the weariness in Efanor Nore’s voice as he talks about the violent gangs that control the streets and neighborhoods of Port-au-Prince, Haiti. But there’s also a calmness in his voice. Hear how he remains unafraid and even hopeful as his... by The End of the Road

30 min listen

Keep Your Eyes on the Road: Highlighting hard places that deserve attention: Jump in the passenger seat with host Cathy Herholdt as she takes you on a tumultuous road trip to two places—Haiti and Bangladesh—and shines a spotlight on some issues that make life extremely difficult for those who live there. Hear how Haiti’s... by The End of the Road

25 min listen

In a Dry and Weary Land: The need for innovative solutions where there is no water: What do you do when there is no water and most of the community you’re trying to help packs up and migrates, leaving behind those who are too old or weak to walk? This is just one of the challenges the World Concern program team in Samburu, Kenya, are... by The End of the Road

44 min listen

A Heart for the Hungry: Witnessing the realities of famine in Somalia: People like Peter Mutua sacrifice so much, including having their hearts to broken for the things that break God’s heart in order to help people in great need in really difficult places. Listen as Peter shares a first-hand update on the severe drought... by The End of the Road

41 min listen

Season 2 Recap: Relive Memorable Moments at the End of the Road: Host Cathy Herholdt is sharing an exciting look back at the most memorable experiences from Season 2 on The End of the Road podcast. Hear about the missional connection of the stories at the end of the road and World Concern. Relive Raphael Leshore’s... by The End of the Road

22 min listen

Full Circle: Following hard paths that lead to purpose: We’d all like to think we know how our lives should go. We chart our course, plan our careers, and chase our dreams. But when Tracy Minke set out to pursue her dreams, God led her on a journey that traversed continents and countries, leading her... by The End of the Road

60 min listen

Come Mud or High Water: Going the Distance to Capture Stories: Filmmaker Jeff Arnold and two other videographers trekked for miles through the mud during South Sudan’s rainy season to capture stories of young evangelists who are overcoming tremendous challenges to reach others in their community—and beyond—for... by The End of the Road

11 min listen

Through the Camera’s Lens: Documenting life, hardship, and transformation in remote places: Hear about the lives, stories, and communities behind the faces and places in Daryl Finley’s amazing photographs, captured in some of the world’s toughest places. As a former firefighter, Daryl’s unique background and experiences enabled him to step... by The End of the Road

56 min listen

Commissioned: Following God’s call despite roadblocks and challenges: If you’ve ever wondered what your calling is, you’ll want to hear how Joshua Bundi, World Concern’s South Sudan Country Director, knew with certainty that he was called to serve in one of the most challenging places on the planet. Despite major... by The End of the Road

37 min listen

A Father’s Heart: Being fully present as a parent while serving far from home: It has been three months since Joshua Bundi has seen his wife and three children face-to-face. But despite his calling to work in South Sudan, he makes it his top priority to ensure his family stays connected between visits home to Kenya, which often... by The End of the Road

33 min listen

Mission Possible: Seeing a big dream come to fruition in the hard places: CRISTA Ministries CEO Jacinta Tegman is no stranger to remote, challenging places in our world. But hardship, and even danger, have not deterred her from relentlessly pursuing God’s calling on her life and her commitment to the mission of CRISTA,... by The End of the Road

38 min listen

In Love and War: Life in Ukraine calls for much prayer, service, and sacrifice: Vanessa McElroy felt led to move to Ukraine 21 years ago, following several years of ministering to women in Russia. She now believes she was called to the war-torn nation “for such a time as this,” and has been actively welcoming and serving those... by The End of the Road

37 min listen

When Home is a Hard Place: The Thin Line Between Hardship and Hope in Haiti: From the time he was a little boy, James Francois has faced many of the hardships that come with living in a place like Haiti. From poverty and political unrest to earthquakes and hurricanes, Haiti is a place where the resilient people who call the... by The End of the Road

53 min listen

Homeland: Growing Up Beyond the End of the Road: Raphael Leshore has lived his entire life in the remote region of Samburu, Kenya. As a child, he walked for a day and a half – one way – to his boarding school, where he was introduced to Jesus. He spent his youth protecting his community as a Moran... by The End of the Road

34 min listen

Season 1 Highlights: To the End of the Road and Back: Host Cathy Herholdt is joined by guest host Karess Linzer for an exciting look back at the most memorable experiences from Season 1 on the End of the Road podcast. Relive Harun Ringera’s heartfelt return to South Sudan after fleeing an attack in the... by The End of the Road

28 min listen

Extreme Generosity: How one woman rallied support to stop child trafficking: As a mom, Mindy Lee Irvine has raised her kids to have hearts of compassion and generosity towards others. She herself has been an example to them and to others in her life – especially when she set out to raise $40,000 on her 40th birthday to protect... by The End of the Road

47 min listen

Uncommon Ministry: Redefining Our Traditional Approach to Missions: Alderwood Community Church Executive Pastor of Care, Steve Brooks, has traveled extensively and been in ministry for many years, but his perception of “missions” changed dramatically when he found himself in the wilderness of South Sudan. Hear his... by The End of the Road

40 min listen

Living Faithfully: A Humble Humanitarian’s Life-Changing Season of Serving: Imagine showing up for a new job and finding your living accommodations consisted of a simple room, a single toilet shared by 15 households, and a weekly trek for water that was barely enough to last a few days. Humble humanitarian, Rose Ogolla, faced... by The End of the Road

37 min listen

Surprised by Somalia: Similarities Abound Half a World Away: Buckle up for this one! World Concern President, Nick Archer, takes us on a journey to the distant and mystifying land of Somalia. Step off a small plane into an abandoned airport in Hargeisa in 1991. Take in the vast, arid desert surrounding you, as... by The End of the Road

48 min listen

Never Alone: Living Fearlessly in the Face of Danger: If you’ve ever felt alone or abandoned by God, you’ll want to hear what Jamie Winship, former DC police officer and founder of Identity Exchange, has to say about God’s presence in trials, hardship, and even in the face of danger. He takes us on a... by The End of the Road

54 min listen

Up the River and Through the Woods: To the Congo We Go: Tag along on a fascinating journey to a place that even hardcore humanitarian Merry Fitzpatrick considers the most remote place she’s ever been. Through her detailed description of the days-long trek to get there, you’ll be transported virtually to an... by The End of the Road

23 min listen

When Everything Crumbles: Being Present in Disaster and Crisis: Journey with humanitarian relief and disaster expert Merry Fitzpatrick through the streets of Port-au-Prince, Haiti, in the days following the 2010 earthquake, and through total devastation in Eastern Chad, when armed rebels on horseback burned... by The End of the Road

50 min listen

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