Growing Hope Conversations
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Podcast Overview
<p>Growing Hope provides free therapy for children and young people with additional needs in partnership with local churches across the UK. Growing Hope Conversations is a podcast series sharing real stories, honest struggles, and how churches can truly make a difference.</p>
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Publishing Since
4/23/2020
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Recent Episodes
June 29, 2026
Held by Hope. From Poverty and Questions to Leading with Mercy.
In this episode of Holding Hope, Naomi is joined by Natalie Williams, Chief Executive of Jubilee +, for a powerful conversation about belonging, neurodiversity, leadership and the mercy of God. Natalie shares openly about growing up in poverty, struggling to feel at home in church, and discovering a hope in Jesus that widened her horizons and changed the direction of her life. She reflects on what it means to be seen, valued and welcomed; especially when life has felt shaped by disadvantage, exclusion or brokenness. Together, Naomi and Natalie explore how churches can hold hope for people in the midst of life's challenges and questions of identity. Natalie also shares moving stories from Jubilee +, including how children are learning God’s heart for people who are vulnerable, overlooked or pushed to the margins. 00:02 – Welcome and introduction01:10 – Natalie’s story of poverty, faith and hope05:54 – When church feels inaccessible09:21 – ADHD, autism and understanding yourself15:26 – Stories of hope from Jubilee Plus20:18 – Holding hope in the middle of challenge25:21 – Choosing compassion and encouragement29:31 – Leadership, calling and God’s faithfulness33:24 – Connect with Natalie and Jubilee Plus Get Involved: Follow Jubilee+ on Instagram: www.instagram.com/jubileeplus Follow Jubilee+ on Facebook: www.facebook.com/JubileePlus Find out more: jubilee-plus.org/ Join the Growing Hope newsletter: www.growinghope.org.uk/newsletter
May 13, 2026
New Found Hope in our Soles
This is a Holding Hope podcast from Growing Hope, a charity offering free therapy for children and young people with additional needs, and support for their families. Join our host and founder, Dr Naomi Fox, as she explores how organisations and individuals can hold onto the hope of Jesus when supporting people in difficult circumstances. In this episode, we’re joined by Nathan Dudley, founder and CEO of New Found Hope. Nathan shares his journey of faith, hope, and innovation with the launch of New Found Hope and Aerlos trainers. He shares how he transformed personal struggles into a mission that empowers kids of all abilities. 01:07 Nathan Dudley's Journey of Hope 04:13 The Vision Behind New Found Hope 07:34 Understanding Aerlos Trainers 10:31 The Role of Therapy in Hope 12:16 Empowering Children with New Found Hope 15:31 Buy One, Give One: A Heartfelt Initiative 17:15 Navigating Challenges and Holding onto Hope 23:19 God's Faithfulness in Leadership Get Involved: Follow New Found Hope on Instagram: @newfoundhope_ Follow New Found Hope on Facebook: www.facebook.com/newfoundhope.co.uk Find out more: www.newfoundhope.co.uk Join the Growing Hope newsletter: www.growinghope.org.uk/newsletter
April 15, 2026
Hope on the Horizon with Rich and Lydia Dicas
This is a Holding Hope podcast from Growing Hope, a charity offering free therapy for children and young people with additional needs, and support for their families. Join our host and founder, Dr Naomi Fox, as she explores how organisations and individuals can hold onto the hope of Jesus when supporting people in difficult circumstances. In this episode, join Naomi as she interviews worship leaders and songwriters Rich and Lydia Dicas. They share inspiring stories of hope, faith, and worship, exploring how hope sustains us through life's challenges and how worship can be a powerful expression of faith. Their ministry flows from a deep commitment to prayer, community, and the pursuit of God’s heart. Whether leading crowds in collective worship or writing quietly at home, their heart remains the same: to see people encounter the love of Jesus and be transformed by His Spirit. 00:00 Introduction to the Podcast 01:53 The Meaning of Hope 06:24 Worship and Hope in Difficult Times 11:44 The Journey of Songwriting and Healing 17:40 Honesty in Worship and Connection 20:21 Navigating Expectations and Holding onto Hope 21:31 Cultivating Innocence and Hope 24:05 The Struggle for Hope 26:58 Grieving and Adjusting Expectations 29:15 Stories of God's Faithfulness Get Involved: Listen to Rich and Lydia’s music on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/2sEjWVN7e55lGoxddfXAaY?si=QP_PzPPfQxeCdl64hxqPPg Follow Rich on social media: https://www.instagram.com/richdicas/ Follow Lydia on social media: https://www.instagram.com/lydicas/ Rich and Lydia’s website: https://www.richandlydiadicas.com/ Join the Growing Hope newsletter: www.growinghope.org.uk/newsletter
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- What is Growing Hope Conversations?
<p>Growing Hope provides free therapy for children and young people with additional needs in partnership with local churches across the UK. Growing Hope Conversations is a podcast series sharing real stories, honest struggles, and how churches can truly make a difference.</p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
This podcast updates daily.
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Yes, this podcast regularly features guests.
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