What happens when the wounds of our past begin shaping the way we parent, love, and see ourselves? In this heartfelt conversation, Michael Pierce sits down with Hugh Monot from The Family Oasis to explore the journey from brokenness to freedom, performance to identity, and striving to belonging. Drawing from their shared experiences as adoptees, they discuss the deep connection between healing, family health, parenting, adoption, and the life-changing power of knowing God as Father. Together, they unpack how unresolved pain can influence our relationships, why true healing begins with discovering who God says we are, and how healthy families can become powerful expressions of God’s Kingdom. Through personal stories, practical insights, and spiritual wisdom, Michael and Hugh offer a refreshing perspective on identity, restoration, and the Father’s heart. Whether you’re a parent, single, adopted, grieving, or simply longing for greater freedom and wholeness, this conversation will encourage, challenge, and inspire you. It’s an invitation to leave behind performance, embrace your true identity, and take your place at the Father’s table. Hugh's Ministry: www.thefamilyoasis.com Chapters 00:00 – Two Adopted Sons Meet in Switzerland 03:18 – Growing Up Between Two Family Stories 06:37 – The Hidden Wounds Parents Bring Into Parenting 11:33 – Why Healing Isn't About Being Broken 18:03 – "Revival Will Start in the Family" 21:52 – What About Single Parents and Broken Homes? 24:27 – "There's a Place at the Father's Table for You"

In this inspiring episode of The Father’s Life Podcast, Michael sits down with Faytene Grasseschi, a national prayer mobilizer, broadcaster, and faith-based advocate who has served in Christian ministry and charitable work for nearly three decades. In this conversation, Faytene shares the remarkable story behind the National Day of Prayer and the conviction that led to a growing movement of believers gathering in Ottawa to pray in the spirit of 2 Chronicles 7:14. Together, Michael and Faytene discuss prayer, repentance, spiritual legacy, and why this moment matters for both Canada today and the generations to come. Timestamps 0:00 — Why Canada Needs a National Day of Prayer 3:40 — How the Vision for a National Day of Prayer Began 7:25 — The Moment Faytene Realized the Next Generation Was Missing This 8:50 — The Message from Oz Guinness That Changed Everything 16:00 — What Actually Happened at Canada's First National Day of Prayer 21:30 — “Canada Is in a 911 Moment” 28:30 — Discovering Her Connection to Canada's Christian Heritage

In this inspiring episode of The Father’s Life Podcast, Michael Pierce sits down with Faytene Grasseschi, a national prayer mobilizer, broadcaster, and faith-based advocate who has served in Christian ministry and charitable work for nearly three decades.

In this conversation, Faytene shares the remarkable story behind the National Day of Prayer and the conviction that led to a growing movement of believers gathering in Ottawa to pray in the spirit of 2 Chronicles 7:14.

Together, Michael and Faytene discuss prayer, repentance, spiritual legacy, and why this moment matters for both Canada today and the generations to come. Timestamps

0:00 — Why Canada Needs a National Day of Prayer

3:40 — How the Vision for a National Day of Prayer Began

7:25 — The Moment Faytene Realized the Next Generation Was Missing This

8:50 — The Message from Oz Guinness That Changed Everything

16:00 — What Actually Happened at Canada's First National Day of Prayer

21:30 — “Canada Is in a 911 Moment”

28:30 — Discovering Her Connection to Canada's Christian Heritage

In this powerful episode of the The Father's Life Podcast, Michael Pierce sits down with Singaporean creatives and kingdom pioneers Patrick and Lily Bezalel for a deeply honest conversation about faith, technology, creativity, and discipling the next generation in a digital age.

From augmented reality gospel art and immersive VR encounters with Jesus, to building safe kingdom-centered spaces inside Minecraft, Patrick and Lily share their radical journey of obedience, sacrifice, and pioneering ministry in spaces many Christians avoid. Together they discuss parenting in the age of gaming, online identity formation, digital discipleship, boundaries, discernment, and how believers can become light in dark places without fear.

This episode is both a prophetic wake-up call and a hope-filled encouragement for parents, creatives, entrepreneurs, and anyone longing to bring the kingdom of God into modern culture. Learn more at: www.cfyc.org. If you liked this episode, please like and subscribe to our podcast and share with a friend. 00:00 – Introduction to Patrick & Lily Bezalel and their kingdom creative journey

02:28 – Inside the immersive art studio: VR encounters and gospel creativity

06:09 – “Living Art” and using augmented reality to share the gospel

10:00 – Why they stepped into gaming and the world of Minecraft ministry

14:05 – The shocking reality: 200 million kids are playing Minecraft globally

18:15 – Pioneering, sacrifice, and investing thousands into kingdom innovation

22:27 – Moving from business metrics to kingdom metrics

28:07 – Ministering to children and families in the gaming world

35:19 – Parenting, boundaries, online safety, and discipling kids digitally

46:56 – Powerful prayer for parents, children, wisdom, and discernment

In this powerful episode of the The Father's Life Podcast, Michael Pierce sits down with Singaporean creatives and kingdom pioneers Patrick and Lily Bezalel for a deeply honest conversation about faith, technology, creativity, and discipling the next generation in a digital age.

From augmented reality gospel art and immersive VR encounters with Jesus, to building safe kingdom-centered spaces inside Minecraft, Patrick and Lily share their radical journey of obedience, sacrifice, and pioneering ministry in spaces many Christians avoid. Together they discuss parenting in the age of gaming, online identity formation, digital discipleship, boundaries, discernment, and how believers can become light in dark places without fear.

This episode is both a prophetic wake-up call and a hope-filled encouragement for parents, creatives, entrepreneurs, and anyone longing to bring the kingdom of God into modern culture.

In this deeply moving episode of The Father’s Life Podcast, Michael Pierce sits down with Rex Verzosa for an honest and powerful conversation about abandonment, identity, and discovering God as Father.

Both Michael and Rex share a rare and profound connection—they were each abandoned as children and then adopted. Through their stories, they unpack the emotional and spiritual layers of what it means to live with an “orphan heart,” even for those who grew up in loving families.

Rex recounts being found as a baby left outside a stranger’s home, and how that moment shaped his identity for decades. But everything began to change when, at age 45, he encountered God in a way that redefined his worth—not through rejection, but through divine adoption.

This episode explores the difference between miracles and healing, the slow unfolding of restoration, and the life-changing revelation that God held us first.

If you’ve ever wrestled with feeling unwanted, unseen, or not enough, this conversation will speak directly to your heart—and invite you into a deeper understanding of what it truly means to be a son or daughter.

Learn more at: www.cfyc.org.

If you liked this episode, please like and subscribe to our podcast and share with a friend.

In this deeply moving episode of The Father’s Life Podcast, Michael Pierce sits down with Rex Verzosa for an honest and powerful conversation about abandonment, identity, and discovering God as Father.

Both Michael and Rex share a rare and profound connection—they were each abandoned as children and then adopted. Through their stories, they unpack the emotional and spiritual layers of what it means to live with an “orphan heart,” even for those who grew up in loving families.

Rex recounts being found as a baby left outside a stranger’s home, and how that moment shaped his identity for decades. But everything began to change when, at age 45, he encountered God in a way that redefined his worth—not through rejection, but through divine adoption.

This episode explores the difference between miracles and healing, the slow unfolding of restoration, and the life-changing revelation that God held us first.

If you’ve ever wrestled with feeling unwanted, unseen, or not enough, this conversation will speak directly to your heart—and invite you into a deeper understanding of what it truly means to be a son or daughter.

Learn more at: www.cfyc.org.

If you liked this episode, please like and subscribe to our podcast and share with a friend.

Anni Joy is a German-based singer-songwriter and storyteller whose life has been shaped by faith, culture, and creativity across nations. With over 15 years of writing music rooted in real-life experiences, her songs emerge as raw, honest “psalms” that process grief, love, identity, and the human journey with God.

After a spontaneous cover of an Iranian song—recorded as a prayer for a nation in crisis—went viral and was featured on major news platforms, Anni found herself navigating the tension between hidden faithfulness and unexpected global visibility. Passionate about authenticity, she carries a heart to see artists live freely and boldly, expressing the kingdom of God through every sphere of life, not just within traditional Christian spaces.

Learn more at: www.cfyc.org.

If you liked this episode, please like and subscribe to our podcast and share with a friend.

Timestamps

00:03 - Michael Pierce introduces Anni Joy and shares about how she grew up.

01:17 - Anni Joy explains how she started writing songs as a way to process life (her “psalm writing”).

02:53 - Discussion about the Psalms and writing from the heart vs. performing publicly.

04:24 - Anni Joy talks about her love for live theater/performance and the value of authenticity.

06:50 - Anni Joy shares the story of her viral Iranian song cover — how it happened and her feelings about it going viral.

11:47 - She describes the moment she recorded the song as a prayer for the Iranian people during the protests.

22:21 - Deep conversation about the Gospel of the Kingdom vs. just the Gospel of Salvation, and bringing God’s presence into all spheres of life (music, art, everyday moments).