Finding Sanctuary

About the Guest Wendy El Khoury is the founder of Wedded Wonderland, a leading wedding platform known for celebrating cultural and cross-cultural weddings. She began her career as a project manager at Commonwealth Bank before moving into the wedding industry, where her family’s involvement in a wedding venue helped shape her path. Today, she is recognized as an entrepreneur, strategist, educator, and philanthropist. Key Takeaways: Wendy El Khoury's entrepreneurial journey demonstrates the pow...

About the Guest: Leonie Nahhas is a registered psychologist with an extensive background in community wellbeing, education, and mental health initiatives. She currently operates her private practice, ThriveWise Psychology, and has established the Illume Community Dialogue Forum, which aims to foster community dialogue and collective well-being. Leonie has worked in various educational settings and has spent time abroad gaining valuable cultural experiences, contributing to her deep understand...

George Sahyoun built the Karima Group from the ground up, naming it after his mum—because sometimes the best business inspiration comes from home. As co-founder and director, George has turned entrepreneurial success into something bigger: genuine community impact through philanthropy and mentoring. What sets George apart isn't just his business acumen—it's his commitment to lifting others up. From mentoring emerging entrepreneurs to leading community initiatives across Australia, George prov...

About the Guests: Heyam Haddad and Hanaan Haddad are accomplished clinical psychologists with an impressive track record of over 18 years in the field. Both guests have a robust background in trauma therapy, having worked extensively with different forms of trauma ranging from refugee and front-line emergency services trauma to child sexual abuse and domestic violence. With thriving private practices in Sydney, they specialize in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy, w...

Key Takeaways: Community Building through Activity: The Marunite Run Club successfully brings people together, blending physical exercise with opportunities for community-building and faith exploration.Casual Settings Promote Connection: A non-intimidating environment, like casual run/walk meet-ups, significantly eases social interactions and encourages new friendships.Inclusive Approach: The initiative is not limited to runners; it welcomes walkers and even those who show up post-run for soc...

Eddie Reaiche sits down with Monsignor Shora and Honi Lattouf to explore the life-changing impact of the Alpha program. Rhey dive into how this eleven-week course has become a guiding light for those seeking faith development, a sense of belonging, and clarity amid life’s challenges. Alpha creates space for honest conversations, offering a path to personal growth and spiritual renewal—especially for people feeling lost, disconnected, or unsure of where they stand with God. For many, Alpha is ...

Key Takeaways: The critical role of securing a sense of belonging and acceptance in shaping one’s identity and choices.How Andrew’s journey illustrates the deep links between trauma, addiction, and the search for masculine identity.The importance of seeking spiritual guidance and community support in overcoming personal challenges.The concept of “I am” and its influence on personal identity and behavior as demonstrated through Andrew’s transformation.A message of hope: It is possible to reinv...