Faith On Dirt Roads explores Heather's journey through life thus far. It blends personal narrative and inspiring testimonies from those who’ve walked alongside her. As she interviews influential people in her life, she explores her faith journey, the rocky roads she has traveled, founding His Heart For Africa (www.hisheartforafrica.org), moving to Jinja, Uganda, and the challenges she has faced on the mission field. Her prayer is that others find hope when community and relationships are messy and complicated, no matter where you live or what you navigate!
Hello and welcome to Faith on Dirt Roads. On today’s episode, this is part 2 of a conversation I got ot have with my friend Mary Bea. We discuss life in Uganda, what she thought of me in my young adult days, and how she has seen me grow. We talk about a few experiences my students have had, and also our Elderly Care Program.
I hope you enjoy hearing about our journey together as friends.
19 Sept 2025
Faith & Unity: How We Move Forward After Tragedy
Hello and welcome to Faith on Dirt Roads. Today’s episode isone I never imagined recording. The assassination of Charlie Kirk has shaken our nation. No matter your politics, no matter your perspective, this tragedy is heavy. It exposes just how divided, how angry, how fragile our country has become.
Some of you are grieving. Some of you are outraged. Others of you feel numb, unsure how to even process it. Wherever you are—thank you for listening.
Today, we’re going to slow down, breathe, and let Scripture, along with the wisdom of voices like Pastor Josh and Charles Spurgeon, guide us. Because here’s the truth: this moment is about more than politics. It’s about who we are as people. It’s about how we love one another when the world seems to be torn apart.
We may not understand all that has happened. But we know this: Christ is risen. He is Lord. And He will build His church, even in dark days like these. So take heart. Live in hope. Walk in unity. And may the peace of Christ guard your hearts and minds.
Thanks for listening. If this episode resonated with you, please share it with a friend who could use some encouragement. And remember: we are not defined by our divisions—we are defined by the One who unites us.
15 Sept 2025
She's a Saints Fan
Hello and welcome to Faith on Dirt Roads. On today’s episode, I’m excited to sit down and talk to our guest, MaryBea. We met when I was 18 years old and at another church in Spring Hill at the time.
I hope you enjoy hearing about our journey together asfriends, some of the laughs we have shared, and a few missions we have done together within the states. We bounce around a lot in our talk, and this is only part 1 of our talk that I can't wait for you to hear. She is a lover of sports like me, and hey, I love her even though she likes LSU and the Saints...
12 Sept 2025
Road Blocked
Hello and welcome to Faith on Dirt Roads. On today’s episode, I want to try to explain some of the feelings I have been hiding and the challenges I have faced.
Road blocked is the best way to describe how life has felt over the last few months.
If you love missions, know me, or have questions, and are curious about life in Jinja, Uganda, please visit our website at faithondirtroads.com and send a note to join me on an episode.
I hope that you will subscribe and share the podcast with your friends and family.
See ya down the road!
14 Apr 2025
Along the Way: Helping without Hurting
Welcome to another episode of Faith on Dirt Roads.
Explore a few issues where handing out money isn't helping but rather hurting, and consider an example of how people can hurt others by not understanding the consequences of their actions of handing out money.
Thank you for listening to another episode of Faith on DirtRoads. If you love missions, know me, or have questions, and are curious about life in Jinja, Uganda, please visit our website at faithondirtroads.com and send a note to join me on an episode. faithondirtroads.com (faithondirtroads.com) I hope that you will subscribe and share the podcast with your friends and family.
See ya down the road!
7 Apr 2025
Let's Experience Hope
I’m excited to sit down and talk to our guest Tara on today'sepisode. She has an organization called Experience Hope Ministries and does some amazing work here in Jinja! I am so blessed by our friendship and so thankful God put us both in Jinja! To learn more about what Tara is doing you can visit https://gosendmeglobal.org/missionary/tara-henson (https://gosendmeglobal.org/missionary/tara-henson) and you can contact her @ Thens1213@gmail.com
You can learn more about my organization His Heart For Africa in the link and send me a note on our podcast website.
30 Mar 2025
Along the Way: Kamu Medical
Thank you for listening to another episode of Faith on DirtRoads. My vision for this podcast is to be God honoring in telling not only my story but the from things I have experienced, people I know, the students, and families in my organization.
In this episode, we explore how HHFA students benefit from specialized care. We are thankful for Kamu Medical Center and what a blessing it is for our ministry and other missionaries and expats living in Jinja.
If you love missions, know me, or have questions, and arecurious about life in Jinja, Uganda, please visit our website at faithondirtroads.com and send a note to join me on an episode.
See ya down the road!
24 Mar 2025
Big Bertha with a side of Spaghetti
The end of December 2024 and the beginning of 2025 was scary. Tara and Heather sit down and discuss Heather's medical scare but also how amazing God is throughout this process!
Thank you so much for your prayers throughout this entire medical scare! While Heather spent more time in America than she would have liked we are so thankful for the time she was able to rest, attend her local church, see friends and family, and how fast she recovered and returned to her home in Jinja, Uganda.
To learn more about Heather's organization, His Heart For Africa (hisheartforafrica.org). Go to faithondirtroads.com (faithondirtroads.com) and send a note to join me on an episode or ask questions.
10 Mar 2025
Hey Mom! I'm starting a Podcast!
I’m excited about our first episode. Today, I talked with one of the most influential people in my life, my mom! Marlene. I hope you enjoy our conversation about starting a podcast, an inside look into her visits to Jinja, and some of our favorite memories about things we get to do there.
Want to join me on an episode? Go to Faithondirtroads.com (Faithondirtroads.com) and send me a note!
6 Mar 2025
Official Trailer - Faith On Dirt Roads
Join Heather on her new project, Faith On Dirt Roads. Explore Heather's journey through life thus far as she blends her personal narrative and inspiring testimonies from those who’ve walked alongside her. Enjoy interviews with influential people in her life, she explores her faith journey, the rocky roads she has traveled, founding His Heart For Africa (www.hisheartforafrica.org (www.hisheartforafrica.org)), moving to Jinja, Uganda, and the challenges she has faced on the mission field. Her prayer is that others find hope when community and relationships are messy and complicated, no matter where you live or what you navigate!
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