   Rebekah Mowbray's past is one filled with much turmoil and at times significant distress. Today, she is passionate about encouraging others to shift from a victim mindset to that of a victor.   Bek grew up in a loving Christian family along the South Coast of New South Wales. Her young life took a turn when sadly sexually abused by someone she knew.   Bek has been through many ups and downs, experiencing broken relationships, having her wedding cancelled hours before the date, living in the Amazon jungle and experiencing rejection from the Church.   But the good news is, this is not the end of her story   Bek recently released her memoir, The Shattered Facade, which is available at most global retailers. We chat about it today.   You can listen to this episode via the link in my bio or on all podcast streaming apps.   

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Ep. 26 Rebekah Mowbray (Running from the past and into the arms of the Redeemer)

Danica grew up in Bowral, NSW. She loved God, but grew up feeling angry towards Him for various reasons. After finishing uni, she decided to go on a missions' trip to Mazatlan, Mexico, with Youth With a Mission (YWAM) for five months. Little did she know that she would put down roots there, find her husband and create a family with two sweet boys, while making it their mission to spread the Gospel to the city of Mazatlan and beyond. Seven years in, she sits down to chat with me about her change of heart toward God, how God asked her to give up her life of comfort and how evangelism is so much more simple than we make it out to be. If you would like to know more about Youth With a Mission, visit: https://ywam.org/  

Ep. 25 Danica Vega ('How to simplify evangelism' from a Missionary in Mexico)

Sam Nagle a.k.a 'Sam J Lady', is a singer, songwriter, graphic designer, church leader and self-professed encourager. Sam chats with me about past rejection, relying on alcohol to fill the void, being single at 30 and just releasing her third EP and what God is teaching her through it all. Sam's honest and raw account of her faith in the unexpected seasons of life will leave you feeling empowered to obey God even when life doesn't go your way (disclaimer: it rarely does).   Find me on Instagram @_wildflowerstories_ Or follow me on Facebook: Wildflower Stories

Ep. 24 Sam Nagle (Overcoming rejection with godly obedience)

Jennings Wright is a wife, mother to three and grandmother to a baby boy. She's also the founder and Executive Director of 10 Eighteen Uganda; a nonprofit organisation in Uganda that supports teens, particularly teen mothers, to realise that they are far more valuable than a sanitary pad they are willing to give up their virginities for.  Jennings is also a writer and has multiple notable books on Amazon, from dystopian sci-fi to Christian historical romance.  We talk about her heart for mission work, what she means by having 'back-burner dreams' and she addresses the women who have dreams of their own, but are not in a season to fulfil them yet. If you would like to support the work of 10 Eighteen Uganda, then visit: https://www.10eighteen.org/ If you would like to browse some of Jennings' books on Amazon, then visit: https://www.amazon.com/Jennings-Wright/e/B008QO3BP8%3Fref=dbs_a_mng_rwt_scns_share  

Ep. 23 Jennings Wright (Missionary, Entrepreneur, Writer)

Jo is a first-time mama to her 4 month old son. She suffered from post-natal depression after having an emergency c-section and having feelings of disconnect from her son. Her depression worsened and she was taken to hospital and admitted into a unit for mums and their bubs.  Jo talks about how much of those few months felt like an out-of-body experience and how she felt emotions she’d never felt before. She talks about how her faith in God was shaken and how difficult it was to see His goodness in the fog. And how it took her church community who rallied around her and her husband to show her God’s kindness.  This is an episode for everyone- not just mums! If you know of someone who is a new mum, reach out to her, cook her a meal, stand with her in prayer. It really does take a village to raise a child, but it takes a village to support the parents, too!  And if you have experienced a postpartum mental illness, you are seen and you are loved. Take it from someone who’s been there in the trenches too.

Ep. 22 Jo Lee (God's goodness in the fog)

In this episode, I have the absolute honour of interviewing my dad. He is a Therapist and former Pastor. He’s my inspiration and my hero. Someone I admire in more ways than one. One of the things I love about him is his ability to encourage people from a place of intention and honesty.  We chat about how we can all do a better job at stepping out and encouraging one another. We also talk about how men and women need each other in ministry and how we can better empower women in ministry (from a man's perspective). My dad chats about his role as a therapist and about how important it is to be aware of the narrative you are telling yourself. I hope you receive something from this conversation. It’s one not to miss!

Ep. 21 Simon Refalo (The power of encouragement with my Pastor/Therapist dad)

Noleen is a woman confident in her convictions. She and her husband pastor a church called Echo Church in the south west of Sydney. Noleen and I talk about what it's like to pastor a church at such a young age, what leading as a female looks like and how important it is to talk about issues in our culture within the church; topics that many churches often shy away from. This conversation is compelling and one that is important to hear as a follower of Christ, when culture tells us to live so differently.  

Ep. 20 Noleen Sedra (Standing for truth in a post-truth culture)

This is part II of stories of baby loss. I have the honour of chatting with two friends of mine who have experienced miscarriage. Michelle is a wife and mum to her miracle babe, Christopher. Michelle experienced multiple miscarriages before Chris came along. She shares how God sustained her during those times of grieving and waiting. Alex is a wife and mum of two, Ava and Willow. Alex shares about her loss of Willow’s twin at 15 weeks due to a silent miscarriage. She shares about how she walked through anxiety leading up to Willow’s birth and in the post natal season. Alex also highlights how important for us to acknowledge that dads also walk through the grieving of their baby loss, and to get better at supporting them. I hope that these conversations bring comfort and hope to those who have experienced baby loss of any kind and a sense of enlightenment to those of us who can provide support to the grieving.

Ep. 19 Stories of Baby Loss (Part II with Alex Vakatini and Michelle)

This is a two-part episode where I chat with a few women about their stories of miscarriage and stillbirth.  This episode, I chat with Heather Boyes. Heather is a Primary School Teacher, a wife, mum of three and serves passionately in the church. She and her husband, Adam, have been through their fair share of losing babies. Heather shares honestly about her journey of miscarriage and then in 2014, losing her son, Andrew, to stillbirth.  We also chat about when Heather lost her mum to cancer only a few months later and how she navigated that dark season, but not without hope and trust in our Redeemer, who turns our mourning into dancing.

Ep. 18 Stories of Baby Loss (Part I with Heather Boyes)

With all the uncertainty of a broken world, we can rest assured in the security and peace that the cross of Jesus Christ brings. The more I wrestle with the questions of my faith, the more I am drawn back to the power of the cross. In this episode, I explore some deeper questions about the state of this world and how our Saviour's blood and redemption are still as relevant today as it was over 2000 years ago. May this episode challenge you with some questions you may have and compel you to draw near to God's love that was displayed on that rugged cross. Happy Easter, friends! HE IS RISEN!    

Ep. 17 The Cross and Our Stories (An Easter Special)

In a world where we are compelled to run for success and achievement, we are encouraged by our Heavenly Father to rest in Him, where we find all we need. Alice McInnes is a wife, mum of two and a Pastor at Influencer’s Church in Adelaide, Australia. She is someone who is a runner- someone who runs for God with all she has. But she doesn’t run on empty, because she has learnt to rest well in her Heavenly Father. Alice talks about what rest looks like in her life, her ministry calling from a young age and her struggle with infertility. But her story is incomplete without God’s faithfulness upon her life. I learn so much from this woman, on and off the platform. She’s wise, she’s full of passion and confidence and she loves big. I know you’ll learn something from her too, in this first episode of 2021. Make sure you subscribe to the podcast and share it with those who need to hear stories of redemption and hope!

Ep.16 Alice McInnes (Living from a place of rest and gratitude)

The season finale is here! And I got to interview my favourite person ever- my husband. I thought it might be nice to hear a male speak on the podcast. Aash and I sit down in our living room (kid-free) and we chat about our story, from our dating years, to our marriage, to becoming parents and some things in between. We’re not here to give expert advice, just shedding light on what we’ve learnt as a couple along the years.  We hope you enjoy our light-hearted conversation. It was a treat for us too! Thank you for your support of the podcast this year. For all the listens and downloads. For all the kind messages and words of encouragement. It means the world to me. Looking forward to beginning a fresh season of the podcast next year (with better quality sound by the way- yes, I’m still an amateur, but still want to improve sound quality for your ears). But for now, make sure to catch up on any missed episodes if you get the chance to!

Ep. 15 Season Finale with Aashish Raj (a conversation with my husband about our story)

Jess Boyce is a skin therapist and sees it as her calling to make people feel beautiful, which I think is just so sweet. Jess is a Kiwi gal who moved to Sydney, Australia just last year, only six months before the pandemic hit (imagine that?!). She talks about stepping out of her comfort zone by staying put and fulfilling the call of God on her life here in Sydney.  We also chat about the beauty industry and how society's view on what is recognised as 'beauty' is slowly shifting toward celebrating all types of beauty. Jess opens up about her personal insecurities she's battled with and how she has used that as a part of her story to empower other women to feel beautiful, both on social media and off. Make sure to subscribe to the podcast and follow Wildflower Stories on social media: _wildflowerstories_

Ep. 14 Jessica Boyce (Empowering women to be comfortable in their own skin)

Roma is an ambitious career woman in the Journalism Industry. She holds three vocational titles, from "Strategic Communications Specialist," to "Tech Journalist," to the Founder of her new business Aestologyy & Authorshipp.  Even though she's achieved many accomplishments, from News Reporting to launching her brand new business next month, Roma has a steadfast faith in God that keeps her grounded when her kind of industry is all about hustling and getting to the top. As Roma is one of the only females in her industry, she shares about the insecurities she has faced along the way and encourages us to "get out of our own way" when dreaming big. Roma also shares about her new business venture, combining her love of home aesthetics and technology. I hope you enjoy this episode as much as I enjoyed chatting with Roma. I would love you to subscribe to the podcast and share it with those you know. Every story matters and I won't keep from saying it. Follow me on Social Media: IG: _wildflowerstories_ Facebook: Wildflower Stories

Ep. 13 Roma Christian (Rhythms of Rest in Today's Hustle Culture)

I get to chat with Rebekah (more commonly known as Bek), who is one of my best friends and favourite people in the world. Bek is an anointed singer, worship leader and songwriter, who is pursuing God's call in her life in the music industry. We chat about trusting God's timing with our own timelines, being single while everyone else seems to be getting hitched and starting a family and learning to be content in the season you're in. Bek bravely shares the insecurities she is on the journey of overcoming and encourages young women to submit their own insecurities and fears to God. I would love for you to subscribe to the podcast if you haven't already and share this story with others.   You can find me on Instagram: _wildflowerstories_ and on Facebook: Wildflower Stories

Ep. 12 Rebekah Ferro (Singleness/Relationships and Contentment in Every Season)

Wildflower Stories is all about connecting women through their personal stories. Host Jessica Raj sits down with various women who have seen pain and mess in different ways, but have all faced it with a loving God who cares for our pain and mess. Every story is different, but every story is important. Let this podcast empower you to realise that your story matters too.

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