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The Story with Jimmy Colefax

Vision Christian Radio
Christianity
Faith
Christian Faith
Mental Health
Australia
Papua New Guinea
Melbourne
Christmas
Domestic Violence
Missionary Work
Education
Vision Christian Media
Ukraine
India
Autism
Salvation Army
Gospel
Parenting
Fiji
Homelessness

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.

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Joan and Bill Grosser are quite an extraordinary couple! When they had only been married 3 months???..they were challenged to go India as missionaries. Young and enthusiastic???.they thought they would change India???.but???soon found out???..India w... more

Once again, Warren and Janet Thyer from Perth Join us to tell more of their story. Warren is a doctor and will share how his faith impacts his practice AND how he and Janet are helping other couples by being involved in marriage ministry.Your support... more

Janet and Warren Thyer from Perth met had her brother Adrian’s funeral and it would change the direction of both of their lives in more ways than one.Your support sends the gospel to every corner of Australia through broadcast, online and print media... more

Joe and Sam Farren’s mother died when they were just 3 and 7 years old. This had a profound impact on their lives??????that continued to affect them into their young adult years.Your support sends the gospel to every corner of Australia through broad... more

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Warren Thyer
Doctor; husband of Janet; discusses how faith intersected with medicine and marriage
Perth, Western Australia; Medical professional
Episode: Warren & Janet Thyer - Part 1 - 11 June 2026
Janet Thyer
Wife of Warren; shares how her brother's death catalyzed her faith
Perth, Western Australia
Episode: Warren & Janet Thyer - Part 1 - 11 June 2026
Tim Farren
Husband of Claire; father of Sam and Joe; caregiver during illness
Family, Ministry
Episode: Tim, Sam & Joe Farren - Part 1 - 8 June 2026
Sam Farren
Oldest son; remembers mother during illness and after her death
Family
Episode: Tim, Sam & Joe Farren - Part 1 - 8 June 2026
Joe Farren
Younger son; recalls memories around illness, funeral, and growth
Family
Episode: Tim, Sam & Joe Farren - Part 1 - 8 June 2026
Pedro Alexandrino
Originally from Brazil; later led ministry work in Australia and New Zealand, returning to Brazil to plant a church
Bible League Australia; plans to plant in Brazil
Episode: Pedro Alexandrino - 5 June 2026
Tabitha Pandey
Joined from Wellington, New South Wales; former dental assistant and mission trip participant
Episode: Tabitha & Bijay Pandey - Part 4 - 4 June 2026
BJ Pandey
Nepal-born medical professional and radio ministry contributor
Messages of Hope Nepal
Episode: Tabitha & Bijay Pandey - Part 4 - 4 June 2026
Michael McLennan
Ministry leader, Bible printing advocate, radio station founder in Vanuatu
Christian ministry in Vanuatu
Episode: Graham Mclennan - Part 3 - 3 June 2026

Hosts

Jimmy Colefax
Host of the program; long-running interviewer guiding biographical and faith-centered conversations.
Eric Scadabo
Interviewer on multiple episodes; assists host with dialogue and guest elicitation.
Bruce Connell
Guest-turned-host-like figure in remote ministry conversations; co-leader in ministry and travel business.

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Tabitha & Bijay Pandey - Part 4 - 4 June 2026
Q: Tell us about your background before you met Tabitha.
BJ explains his roots in Nepal, his education path in medicine, and meeting Tabitha during her work at the leprosy hospital, which set the stage for their shared ministry.
Graham Mclennan - Part 2 - 2 June 2026
Q: Graham, please continue your story. What happened after you settled in Orange in New South Wales?
Graham describes purchasing a historic home for $6,000 in 1971, the early engagements in Christian education and radio, and how those steps laid the groundwork for broader ministry and national Christian leadership initiatives.
Alan - 20 May 2026
Q: What role did forgiveness play in your healing?
Forgiveness released anger and bitterness; by obeying and saying the words, I experienced a powerful, transformative shift that allowed me to move forward with peace and trust in God.
Alan - 20 May 2026
Q: How did you get through the darkest moment of your life?
I held onto the Word of God as a lifeline, trusted that God would not let me face anything I couldn't handle, and chose to seek strength through scripture and prayer rather than give in to despair.
Tom & Donna Cole - Part 2 - 13 May 2026
Q: What was the turning point that shifted Donna's life toward faith?
Donna describes the Good Friday vision of Jesus on the cross and recognizing God's love as the turning point that moved her away from her prior struggles and toward a personal relationship with Christ.

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The series centers on personal faith journeys set against real-world challenges, from building Christian media and education initiatives in the South Pacific to crisis ministry in war-torn regions. Episodes frequently pair intimate life stories—marriage across cultures, resilience after loss, and forgiveness—with practical faith in action, such as media outreach, humanitarian projects, and community leadership. A standout pattern is the blend of intimate testimony with broader faith-driven work, highlighting cross-cultural ministry, crisis response, and entrepreneurship in service of spiritual communities. This makes it a strong fit for listeners who want uplifting, conviction-driven narratives with tangible examples of faith shaping work, ... more

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Recent guests on The Story include:

1. Warren Thyer
2. Janet Thyer
3. Tim Farren
4. Sam Farren
5. Joe Farren
6. Pedro Alexandrino
7. Tabitha Pandey
8. BJ Pandey

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