David Wewer

Always on Mission – Stephanie Thompson

“You’re always on mission wherever you are. The goal is to help Jesus be known and make sense. Wherever you are, you’re doing that.” – Stephanie Thompson


On this week’s episode of the Grace Unscripted Podcast, we get to hear the story of Stephanie Thompson. Stephanie’s life has been marked by her faith and desire to be on mission since she was young. She has lived so many places and adventures already in life and there is another big one starting very soon! Listen in as she shares her story about how God has moved in her life and the adventure that He is taking her and her family on next!


If Stephanie’s story has resonated with you or you have any questions, we would love to hear from you! You can email us at Unscripted@graceohio.org! We are also excited to let you know that we have a Grace Unscripted worship playlist made up of each guest’s favorite worship song, or songs! You can check the playlist out here: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1xkOay7mU9SDKbeiRYfNCm?si=2928f6ecc26b47a6

God Moments – Cheryl Reed

“The other thing I would encourage people to do is just reflect in your life. It’s easy when you’re busy to not realize the things He is doing everyday.” – Cheryl Reed


On this week’s episode of the Grace Unscripted Podcast, we get to hear the story of Cheryl Reed. Cheryl grew up in the Akron area and from day one worked hard to fulfill the passions God gave her. She shares her journey through the medical field helping those in need and how God showed up along the way!


If Cheryl’s story has resonated with you or you have any questions, we would love to hear from you! You can email us at Unscripted@graceohio.org! We are also excited to let you know that we have a Grace Unscripted worship playlist made up of each guest’s favorite worship song, or songs! You can check the playlist out here: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1xkOay7mU9SDKbeiRYfNCm?si=2928f6ecc26b47a6

He Is My Refuge – Jan Robinson

“”When you are at the end of you, God is there and He wants you and you just have to ask him.”” – Jan Robinson


On this week’s episode of the Grace Unscripted Podcast, we get to hear the story of Jan Robinson. Jan grew up in the Copley area in an incredibly difficult family situation where Jesus felt hard to find. God placed the right people around her exactly when she needed them most and has been protecting and walking with her all along! Listen in as she shares her story from immense pain to feeling like “the most blessed person in the world!”


If Jan’s story has resonated with you or you have any questions, we would love to hear from you! You can email us at Unscripted@graceohio.org! We are also excited to let you know that we have a Grace Unscripted worship playlist made up of each guest’s favorite worship song, or songs! You can check the playlist out here: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1xkOay7mU9SDKbeiRYfNCm?si=2928f6ecc26b47a6

Obedience In The Little Things – Holly Bader Carroll

“I just pray that when I open my mouth that God is the one who is speaking.” – Holly Bader Carroll


On this week’s episode of the Grace Unscripted Podcast, we get to hear the story of Holly Bader Carroll. Holly was born and raised in the Akron area into family of believers. From trials and pain in her early 20s to experiencing the beauty of a blended family later in life, Holly’s story and the perspective she shares is absolutely incredible! Listen in as Holly looks back on her life thus far and shares how God has been working in the lives of her and her family the whole time!


If Holly’s story has resonated with you or you have any questions, we would love to hear from you! You can email us at Unscripted@graceohio.org! We are also excited to let you know that we have a Grace Unscripted worship playlist made up of each guest’s favorite worship song, or songs! You can check the playlist out here: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1xkOay7mU9SDKbeiRYfNCm?si=2928f6ecc26b47a6

It’s Never Too Late – Jeff Reed

“…what does God want me to do? What does Jesus want me to do? These things have shaped my life since having accepted Christ.” – Jeff Reed


On this week’s episode of the Grace Unscripted Podcast, we get to hear the story of Jeff Reed! Jeff is a leader at Grace Church and dedicates his time to mentoring others of all ages! Jeff grew up in a unique religious background, however he did not accept Jesus until much later in life. Listen in as Jeff shares with us his story and passions and how God has been faithfully working in his life all along!


If Jeff’s story has resonated with you or you have any questions, we would love to hear from you! You can email us at Unscripted@graceohio.org! We are also excited to let you know that we have a Grace Unscripted worship playlist made up of each guest’s favorite worship song, or songs! You can check the playlist out here: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1xkOay7mU9SDKbeiRYfNCm?si=2928f6ecc26b47a6

He Can Redeem Anything – Ken Huth

“He can redeem anything. He has literally redeemed stuff that I didn’t think could be redeemed in my life.” – Ken Huth


On this week’s episode of the Grace Unscripted Podcast, we get to hear the story of Ken Huth. Ken is a born and raised Akronite. Through a difficult season in his 20s spent searching for family, purpose, and truth, Ken ultimately found what he truly needed… Jesus. From professional wrestling aspirations to finding redemption, listen in as Ken shares his story and how he came face to face with Jesus when he needed him most!


If Ken’s story has resonated with you or you have any questions, we would love to hear from you! You can email us at Unscripted@graceohio.org! We are also excited to let you know that we have a Grace Unscripted worship playlist made up of each guest’s favorite worship song, or songs! You can check the playlist out here: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1xkOay7mU9SDKbeiRYfNCm?si=2928f6ecc26b47a6

Life to the Full – Lisa Gnap

“When all else is gone, the thought of my life is gone, what really matter is my relationship with God. that’s where my turning point was. I wanted to seek him. I wanted to find him. I wanted to run to him!” – Lisa Gnap


On this week’s episode of the Grace Unscripted Podcast, we get to hear the powerful story of Lisa Gnap! From growing up in a mixed church household to wrestling through religious differences when her own children started to explore their own faith, Lisa’s life was surrounded by religion from a young age. Through health scares and uncertainty, Lisa’s life is nothing short of a testament of God’s love. Listen in as she shares how Jesus worked in the her life and the life of her kids and how she began a personal relationship with Jesus later in life!


If Lisa’s story has resonated with you or you have any questions, we would love to hear from you! You can email us at Unscripted@graceohio.org! We are also excited to let you know that we have a Grace Unscripted worship playlist made up of each guest’s favorite worship song, or songs! You can check the playlist out here: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1xkOay7mU9SDKbeiRYfNCm?si=2928f6ecc26b47a6

I See Exactly Where He Was – Holly McLaughlin

“You don’t need to be perfect. You don’t need to have things figured out. He’s going to meet you right where are. He’s going to use you and your story and redeem any pain.” – Holly McLaughlin


On this week’s episode of the Grace Unscripted Podcast, we get to hear the powerful story of Holly McLaughlin. Holly grew up in a small town in a Christian household, however her life shifted massively when her family had to move away to Norton. Listen in as Holly shares the difficulties of experiencing such a big transition at a young age, the community that helped her through tremendous loss, and how Jesus has moved powerfully in her life time and time again!


If Holly’s story has resonated with you or you have any questions, we would love to hear from you! You can email us at Unscripted@graceohio.org! We are also excited to let you know that we have a Grace Unscripted worship playlist made up of each guest’s favorite worship song, or songs! You can check the playlist out here: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1xkOay7mU9SDKbeiRYfNCm?si=2928f6ecc26b47a6

Finding Joy in Jesus – Maggie Moser

“I think, especially in the last year, the Lord has taught me so much about how to actually be faithful and have joy even when you don’t have anything that you want and that you’ve been asking for and your life is not the way that you pictured it.” – Maggie Moser


On this week’s episode of the Grace Unscripted Podcast, we get to hear the story of Maggie Moser! Maggie grew up a little bit of everywhere, but always knew that that her foundation rested in Jesus! Listen in as she shares how Jesus molded her through her time away at college, her experience and perspective on singleness as a woman chasing after Jesus, and how He guided her to a career path and job that she never saw coming!


If Maggie’s story has resonated with you or you have any questions, we would love to hear from you! You can email us at Unscripted@graceohio.org! We are also excited to let you know that we have a Grace Unscripted worship playlist made up of each guest’s favorite worship song, or songs! You can check the playlist out here: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1xkOay7mU9SDKbeiRYfNCm?si=2928f6ecc26b47a6

The Power of Forgiveness – Christy MacDonald

“The thing that I can know that Jesus is with me is because I have this unbelievable power of forgiveness now! I can forgive so easily. It’s amazing…Forgiveness is a life changer.” – Christy Macdonald


On this week’s episode of the Grace Unscripted Podcast, we get to hear the story of Christy MacDonald! Christy’s early life began in a household where a relationship with God just wasn’t on the table. Add on top of that a traumatic accident at a young age, interesting family dynamics, and a rocky relationship with her earthly father, her early life was anything straightforward. Listen in as Christy recounts the moments where she began to feel God’s presence moving in her life even when she didn’t fully understand it at the time, and how her heavenly Father began to lay a foundation for a relationship with Himself by first bringing healing and forgiveness to her relationship with her earthly father.


If Christy’s story has resonated with you or you have any questions, we would love to hear from you! You can email us at Unscripted@graceohio.org! We are also excited to let you know that we have a Grace Unscripted worship playlist made up of each guest’s favorite worship song, or songs! You can check the playlist out here: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1xkOay7mU9SDKbeiRYfNCm?si=2928f6ecc26b47a6