This episode contains sensitive themes, including abuse, miscarriage, and addiction. Listener discretion is advised, especially for families with young children listening together.

Episode Summary

In this powerful episode, Pastor Addison Roberts sits down with Evelma Plastino to hear her remarkable testimony of God’s transforming grace. Evelma shares her journey from a childhood marked by abuse, alcoholism, and broken relationships to finding salvation at the age of 48. Her story is one of hope, healing, and the power of Jesus to change even the most difficult circumstances. Listeners will be encouraged to keep praying, keep trusting, and never give up on those who seem far from God.

In This Episode, You’ll Learn

• How Evelma’s early years of abuse and addiction shaped her struggles and decisions.
• The turning point when she cried out to God at 48 and encountered the Holy Spirit.
• Why mentors, community, and discipleship were vital to her new life in Christ.
• How she persevered through reading challenges to learn and love Scripture.
• What serving in prison ministry has taught her about hope and redemption.
• Encouragement for families praying for prodigal loved ones to return to Jesus.
• Practical ways to trust God’s timing and surrender loved ones to His care.

Key Quotes

• “It took 48 years before I became a believer.” – Evelma Plastino
• “I was sitting on my couch crying out, ‘If there’s somebody real…’—and the Holy Spirit moved all around me.” – Evelma Plastino
• “Everybody needs a mentor… even when we think we’re strong, we still need that other person.” – Evelma Plastino
• “Keep praying. Keep trusting. Pray, trust, repeat.” – Evelma Plastino
• “God said, ‘Give me the children and let them be… I will get these children.’” – Evelma Plastino

Ways to Get Involved / Resources Mentioned

• Grace Community Church of Willow Street — Plan a visit or get connected: gccws.net
• Jesus Calling — A short daily devotional Evelma uses to encourage prayer and trust in Christ.
• Prison Ministry Opportunities — Explore outreach and volunteer pathways through local ministries and GCC connections.

About the Know and Follow Podcast

The Know and Follow podcast is a production of Grace Community Church of Willow Street, located at 212 Peach Bottom Road in Willow Street, Pennsylvania. Join us for weekend services on Saturdays at 6pm, Sundays at 8am, 9:15am, and 11am. Learn more at gccws.net.