About this episode

Hannah Mengistu shares her story of growing up without her father, an imprisoned pastor, highlighting themes of grief and faith.

Today's episode of Sunday Service by Pray.com features The Voice of the Martyrs. Hannah Mengistu shares what it's been like to grow up without her father — an Eritrean pastor and doctor who has been imprisoned without charge for over 20 years because of his faith in Jesus Christ. Her story is one of grief, resilience, and an unshakeable trust in God's faithfulness through suffering. Sunday Service is a weekly podcast featuring some of the nation’s most renowned faith leaders. Every Sunday, tune in for inspiration, encouragement, and Bible-based teachings. Download the ⁠⁠⁠⁠Pray.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ app today to make prayer a priority in your life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

People in this episode

Host: Pray.com

Guest: Hannah Mengistu

Topics covered

• faith
• resilience
• suffering
• Christianity
• inspiration
• trust in God

Keywords

• martyrs
• faith
• Eritrea
• Christianity
• suffering
• resilience
• trust in God

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: The Voice of the Martyrs, Pray.com

Books & works: Jesus Christ

Places: Eritrea

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