Everyone loves a good story. Storytelling captivates and captures the imagination when told well. Through storytelling, humans can connect with one another via shared experiences. Because storytelling connects us so powerfully, it only makes sense to use the power of good storytelling to share our faith stories. There are many kinds of faith stories. Some of them begin with our birth and bring the listeners to the present moment. Others relate a time of difficulty when the storyteller received God’s grace to walk through a hardship. Some faith stories tell of times of divine intervention in our lives. A well-crafted faith story has the power to rekindle the embers of listeners’ faith. That is the purpose of the Dove Faith Café. It is the fulfillment of a vision that was divinely inspired by the Holy Spirit. The Dove Faith Café brings together storytellers and listeners who share their faith stories in an episode of hope. The Dove Faith Café answers the call to evangelism that we, as members of the Episcopal Diocese of Northern Indiana, of the wider Episcopal Church of the United States, and as brothers and sisters of our Savior are committed to embracing. We are reaching out to all of God’s children to help them to identify God’s voice or hand in their lives. We are purposely not interested in only Christians. Many of our brothers and sisters who are not Christians and those who are disaffected Christians should feel welcome. We reach out to Muslims, Jews, Hindus, Agnostics, Atheists, and to Christians as well. There are many who call themselves Christians but whose embers of faith have grown cold. We hope to stir up these embers and reignite their fire. Our goal is that those who experience a Dove Faith Café story will realize the work of God in the lives of others and recognize it in their own lives as they experience the power of others sharing their own faith stories. These stories illustrate that what unites us (God) is infinitely more powerful than what divides us.
Jodi, a classically trained violinist, remembers when she encountered a challenge to improvise on her instrument while playing with others at summer camp. She makes connections to developing her faith through the lens of developing as a musician.
Our hosts are joined by Nate Adishian who has a professional background in music as a session musician and live performer on percussion in worship, jazz, and hip-hop.
This episode contains previsouly copyrighted material used under fair use provision and not inteded to misrepresent the original artists nor unfairly benefit this podcast: a brief review and comment on "Psalm" by John Coltrane from the album, Love Supreme.
10 Sept 2026
Episode 17: Many and Various Ways
Todd's life has been changed by faithfulness in worship in the church and by caring for his cats. He shares the "many and various ways," God can speak into our lives.
30 Jun 2026
Episode 16: Learning to Trust
When Julien was a college student, he had his whole life planned out...he just needed to get God on board. Julien tells a story that many of us are familiar with: learning to let go of our plans, and let God lead the way. After the story, Marie and Jordan are joined by Melanie Slane missioner in the Diocese of Southern, Ohio to discuss dynamics they heard in the story.
Julien's performance was recorded live at St. Andrew's Episcopal Church in Valparaiso, IN, in March of 2026 during the showcase concluding one of our Story & Song Retreats.
28 May 2026
Episode 15: From the Edge to the Cross
Mary tells of her journey from a difficult time in her life- marked by addiction and self-harm to finding strength, through faith and God's grace, to recover for a better future. Trigger Warning: this episode deals with a suicide attempt and contains explicit language.
30 Apr 2026
Episode 14: The Awaited Storm
In this story, we learn through Britt that paying attention to the Holy Spirit while walking through grief can lead us to discover gifts of grace and consolation.
17 Dec 2025
BONUS: Grace Flowing Forward
Our audio engineer, Fr. Tom, comes out from behind the scenes to share a faith story of his own. It tells of a moment in his life and family, at the feet of Jesus, that transformed his life.
Check out Tom's podcast "A Song & A Friend" (https://open.spotify.com/show/4kczjTJBLE2TyUO4EQXCbC?si=f51dd65b0edb4b80)
2 Oct 2025
Episode 12: Rule of Life, Path of Transformation
"When Tina asked God to grow closer, she had no idea what lay in store. She didn't know that in addition to transforming herself and her relationship with God, she would also be making history."
Learn more at [dovefaithcafe.org](www.dovefaithcafe.org (http://www.dovefaithcafe.org))
27 Jul 2025
Episode 11: Forgiveness Set Me Free
Why Cyd became drawn to prison ministry wasn't clear until it became personal for her. This is an extraordinary story of trauma that rocked her world and the unlikely healing and forgiveness that followed. WARNING: This story may be difficult for some listeners. Please be advised.
6 Jul 2024
Episode 10: Evangelical Atheist
Ed Little shares the story of how we came to faith by a journey of reading and friendship. Beginning in a household with no religious practices, he would eventually serve The Episcopal Church as the 7th Bishop of the Diocese of Northern Indiana. Joining co-hosts Marie and Jordan is Jon Adamson, director of Cedar Grove Cemetery at the University of Notre Dame. Jon served as Bishop Little's administrator before his retirement in 2016.
15 Feb 2024
One Question (Bonus Episode)
One question, asked in humble faith, can be answered in life changing ways. In this short-form, bonus episode, Marie Gambetta, founder of Dove Faith Cafe, shares one of the most important faith stories of her life. Visit our website (dovefaithcafe.org)
21 Dec 2023
Episode 8: Coming Home
Deb shares a story many of us can relate to. It’s an account of her trek away from church during the pandemic and how that impacted her, her family, and her community.
Share her journey as she discovers how God is using this journey to deepen her walk with God. Hosts Marie Gambetta and Jordan Trendleman are joined by special guest Bishop Ed Little to converse about themes in Deb's story.
21 Aug 2023
Episode 7: An Uphill Ride
Elly is a young woman full of life, zest, and energy. She shares her story of loss: of freedom, loss of health; loss of independence. In that loss, God showed Elly how truly blessed she really is. Following Elly telling her story, special guest Dr. Julien Smith joins co-hosts Marie Gambetta and Jordan Trendleman for a refelective conversation on the themes of Elly's story. Learn more or support us at dovefaithcafe.org (dovefaithcafe.org)
19 May 2023
Episode 6: Greatest Treasure
Jessie finally discovers what her mother understood years before. She finds her greatest
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12 Apr 2023
Episode 5: An Angel Among Us
In this story, Connie shares with us her journey into the unknown with all of the fear and uncertainty that it can bring. She triumphs and sees how God was preparing her for the journey even as a child. Listeners should know that Connie is a hearing person who does not speak and communicates through sign language. The voice you hear is Sandy’s, her friend and interpreter. >>>If you would like to share your faith story, go to dovefaithcafe.org (dovefaithcafe.org)
15 Mar 2023
Episode 4: The Longest Journey
Andrew finds God’s grace and his own salvation in the unlikeliest of places. Through his disarming sense of humor, you will journey with Andrew as finds rest and redemption in God. Learn more and support us at dovefaithcafe.org (dovefaithcafe.org)
15 Feb 2023
Episode 3: Now I Know
This story is one of our most difficult stories to listen to, so be aware of that. Don tells the story
of discovering later in life that he is both a father and a grandfather, unbeknownst to him. This joyful
news, however, hides a very dark truth. Don finds that only God can help him save his
grandchildren. God gives him strength he needs at just the right time. He becomes convinced of his
purpose. Remember, this story is difficult to hear. Please be aware.
13 Jan 2023
Episode 2: Lift Every Voice
John tells a story of rejection of who he is at his core, yet God reached out and showed him
that he is a child of God. Period. After John's story, hosts Marie and Jordan are joined by Willis Foster, Canon for Diversity and Transformation in the Episcopal Diocese of Southern Virginia.
13 Dec 2022
Episode 1: A Sign From God
Melissa’s story is a story within a story. Melissa recounts a harrowing experience while
kayaking and how God gave her a visible sign that God was with her.
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