The Open House

Paul Grimmond- Suffering well

2012-05-14T03:06:57Z

We all suffer in one way or another during our lifetime but how do we suffer well? Paul Grimmond has written a book about how to do just that. He talks to us about the concepts of suffering and how we can get through tough times.

Connie Rae- Hope for parents of troubled teens

2012-05-14T03:06:02Z

Teenage years are always challenging for teens but they can also be distressing for parents. Connie Rae is a licensed counsellor and has also personally dealt with a troubled teen. She talks to us about her book, which is a practical guide for parents to get their teenagers back on track. She combines both professional and personal advice to help parents deal with challenges along with God's help.

David Rodenberg- I Am Second

2012-05-14T03:04:31Z

We continue our series on the I Am Second movement by talking to David Rodenberg. After feeling like a loner and freak in school, David stumbled upon a strip club and became so addicted that he robbed a bank to get money for it. David talks to us about finding God after years in jail and explains why he is now second to God.

Irene Gleeson- Mother to many

2012-05-14T03:02:54Z

We continue paying tribute to mothers by talking to the inspirational Irene Gleeson. She's a mother of 4, grandmother of 15 and carer to thousands of orphans in Uganda. We hear about her struggle to find a faith and how she discovered her calling in life.

Lyn and Esma- The love of a mother

2012-05-14T03:01:22Z

We pay tribute to mums around the world for mother's day. We're used to hearing from Lyn Worsley in our human condition segment but this week we hear about her relationship and life with her mother Esma Christie. We learn how Lyn gained much of her wisdom from 92 year old Esma.

Shane Houson- Fat to fierce

2012-05-14T02:59:34Z

Shane Houson turned a big negative into a positive. He's winning the great battle of the bulge and has raised money for a great cause along the way. Shane saw his weight balloon to 125 kilograms and into the type 2 diabetes category. He talks to us about his goal to lose 50 kilos and his passion to raise money for Homes of Hope International.

Steve Kryger- Social media

2012-05-14T02:58:01Z

We learn more about the phenomenal world of social media with our guru Steve Kryger. This week we talk about the enormity of Facebook and Google by discussing their longevity in the Internet world. We also look at the connection between business and social media.

Kara Martin- Books

2012-05-14T02:54:03Z

We confront the ever existent problem of understanding scripture. Our esteemed book reviewer Kara Martin talks to us about The God I Don't Understand by Christopher Wright. We look at the difficult parts of scripture and discuss how we should trust God when confused.

Stephen Lungu- Terrorist to evangelist

2012-05-14T02:49:45Z

This week on Open House we'll hear the riveting story of Stephen Lungu. As a fearsome African terrorist he planned to blow up a Christian tent meeting but it lead him to Christian faith. Stephen is now the CEO of African Enterprise International and evangelises around the world.

Judith Duham- Still singing 50 years on

2012-05-07T04:51:34Z

We are treated to a talk with Australia's first pop princess Judith Durham. She's the voice behind a song that threw out both the Beatles and The Rolling Stones when they were at full throttle in 1965. The Carnival is Over by The Seekers still remains in the UK's top 100 of all time and Judith is also still singing 50 years on. We hear about her latest comeback tour and what music means to her after so many years.

Will Graham- Following in his grandfather's footsteps

2012-05-07T04:47:54Z

Will Graham knew something was a bit odd when people started referring to him as Billy Graham's grandson. We speak to Will about being the grandson of one of the most influential and significant figures in western Christianity. Will is following in the footsteps of his grandfather by evangelizing around the world. He is also a voice for the poor.

Lisa Luby Ryan- I Am Second

2012-05-07T04:46:07Z

We continue our series on the I Am Second movement by talking to Lisa Luby Ryan about her battle to overcome sexual abuse. Lisa was raped by her father at the age of six and struggle with her own relationships as a result. Her first marriage broke down and it wasn't until she was completely lost that God showed up. Lisa talks to us about finding a real family and becoming second to God.

Niki Savva- The budget, the government and what's next

2012-05-07T04:41:45Z

This week's budget is crucial for the federal government with Prime Minister Julia Gillard down in popularity and the polls. The government is looking for a post budget bounce in the polls by delivering a 1.5 billion dollar surplus. We speak to political commentator for The Australian Nicky Savva about this challenge and how the government can overcome it.

Ben Thurley- Need for overseas aid

2012-05-07T04:39:48Z

With the government's relentless pursuit of a surplus, there are fears they may break their promise to increase Australia's overseas aid to 0.05% of GDP. If the increase in aid is delayed it could affect 300,000 people in need. We speak to the Political Coordinator for Micah Challenge, Ben Thurley, about the significance of overseas aid and who'll be affected if the government doesn't follow through on its promise.

Diane Paddison- Christians climbing to the top

2012-05-07T04:38:46Z

Diane Paddison left the family fruit farm for Harvard, eventually presiding over a 600 million dollar business. She managed to juggle a promising career, an unshakable faith, a fulfilling marriage and children for many years but she ended up going thorough heartache and struggles. Diane now shares her experiences with young women and talks to us about her ministry 4Word for professional Christian women.