In this conversation, Lisa Johannesson a disciple from Denmark who is currently serving in Sofia, Bulgaria. Listen as she shares her transformative experience with Revive, a ministry that emphasizes the importance of willingness to serve. She reflects on her initial doubts about her ability to make an impact but ultimately finds inspiration in the community of dedicated individuals who are eager to serve God. The discussion highlights the significance of training, faith, and the supportive environment that Revive provides.
In this episode of the RevivAll podcast, Kolade interviews Zach DeLapp, who shares his journey of faith, discipleship, and experiences while serving in Eastern Europe. Zach discusses how he became a disciple, his decision to join Revive, and the lessons he learned about sharing faith and trusting God. He emphasizes the importance of community and prayer in his spiritual growth and offers advice for those considering joining Revive.
Today we’re diving into something really special—a conversation with three amazing ministry interns who’ve been traveling across Europe this summer as part of a mission experience that’s changing lives: both theirs and the people they’re meeting along the way.
They’ve just spent time with RevivEE, witnessing firsthand what God is doing in Eastern Europe—and trust me, you’re going to want to hear about it.
With us today are Richard, Lyla, and Jonathan.
Richard’s been soaking up the team culture and community RevivEE has built. Lyla brings a really unique perspective—not just as a visitor, but also as family to someone already on the team. And Jonathan? He just made a big decision to join the next RevivEE team full-time.
In this episode, we’re going to talk about first impressions, the fruit they’ve seen in just a short time, and why this movement across Eastern Europe matters—not just for them, but for all of us.
Whether you’re curious about missions, praying about your next step, or just love hearing what God is doing in the nations—this conversation is for you.
In this episode, we sit down with Alberto Denis, a Panamanian doctor whose journey took him from the shores of island medicine to the heart of Eastern Europe. After becoming a disciple in the campus ministry in Panama City, Alberto made the bold decision to pause his medical career and follow the call to make disciples of all nations. Now two years into his work with a RevivEE team, Alberto shares what led him to say “yes” to God’s mission, the challenges he’s faced, and the faith that keeps him going. Whether you're discerning your own calling or just love hearing stories of transformation, this one will inspire you.
Today on the ReviveAll Podcast, I’m joined by my friend Michael Thompson, born and raised in North Carolina. Michael opens up about a defining chapter of his early life—being diagnosed with leukemia as a child—and how that experience shaped his faith. He also shares about his years of ministry in North Carolina, the lessons he learned there, and how God eventually led him to the mission field in Eastern Europe, where he’s been serving faithfully for the past two years. You won’t want to miss this story of resilience, calling, and God’s grace at work across continents.
Today’s guest is Dima Dudnik, a Ukrainian who became a Christian and later moved to Bulgaria to lead the church in Sofia. We’ll discuss his journey of faith, how his grandparents responded to his radical repentance and expressive faith. Hear Dima share about the blessing of watching both of his parents and his sister become disciples. Listen to why he chose to become a missionary and the impact the RevivEE team has had in Sofia.
In this episode of Revive Live, we’re joined by Edyn—a passionate missionary whose journey has taken her from Jerusalem to Cyprus, the U.S., and beyond. With a background in dance and psychology, Edyn has blended her creative gifts and heart for people into a powerful ministry calling. From youth and family work in Virginia, to campus ministry in Massachusetts, to serving young professionals in Romania—and now ministering in Moldova—Edyn shares how God has moved through each chapter of her life. Tune in for a story of faith, movement, and saying “yes” to God’s lead across borders and seasons.
In this episode of Revive All, we sit down with Joel and Laura Hansen, an inspiring couple who traded their careers in real estate and tech to follow God’s call to Eastern Europe. Though they’ve never served in the full-time ministry, their faith, love for people, and leadership in a family group back home in Phoenix, AZ, prepared them for the mission field in powerful ways. Join us as they share what led them to take this leap, what life is like on the field, and how God continues to work through ordinary people willing to say “yes.”
We hear the story of a faithful couple Nate and Megan Chatellier who became Christians in their college years and devoted themselves to God. Listen to their experience of planting a church in Spokane Washington and how they make Godly decisions for their family. Sacrificing scholarships, business success and houses burning down.
Today we meet Mark Zhyhulin a missionary who has been serving as a member of the Revive team for 3 years. Come learn about what led him to become a Christian as a teenager in Ukraine and how his faith led him to give up his track to professional football to devote his time to the church. Hear some of the struggles and victories he has experienced in his Christianity.
Joakim is a missionary from Denmark who became a disciple as a teenager in Copenhagen. He loves to travel the world and learn new languages. Come hear his story of how God called him to the foreign mission field.
Tonight we meet Luba, she became a disciple when she was invited to church by a missionary on Revive 1.0 in Odessa, Ukraine. Come hear her talk about how she was invited to church in a language she didn't really understand and how it led to her developing an interest in growing her relationship with God. Listen to the process of her hearing and responding to God's call for her to come on Revive.
Today we meet, Mariana an inspiring Christian who came to Christ on Revive 3.0 when she was invited to church by Shawn the Revive team leader and her patient who came in for a physiotherapy appointment. Since then her faith has grown tremendously! Recently Mariana lost function in her kidneys and has been dealing with life in and out of the hospital. Listen to how she has relied on God as she waits for a kidney donor and financial support for the operation.
Today we talk to Mark and Annie McCune about their experience on the Revive mission team. Come hear how they first heard of the mission program through their son Kurt who spent 2 years on the mission field where he met his wife. Listen to what compelled them to leave their homes as retirees and move to Eastern Europe. Find out their experience on revive as a “Caleb Couple” that has been disciples for 35+ years and have led and planted churches all over the US.
Today, we’re sharing about the final day of our trip to Greece, where we had the incredible opportunity to visit the ruins of the ancient city of Philippi. We stood on the very ground where the apostle Paul was persecuted for preaching the gospel (Acts 16:16-24) and where he and Silas were imprisoned and miraculously freed by an earthquake (Acts 16:25-34).
Join us as Ed Anton and Shawn Wooten reflect on the significance of this historic site and how Paul was led by a vision to bring the message of Christ to Macedonia (Acts 16:9-10). Tune in to hear their insights and be inspired by the faith and perseverance of Paul!
Today we talk about our trip to Greece and how impactful it has been walking in the footsteps of Paul in Thessoloniki. Come hear Ed Anton, Derik Vett, Rob Skinner and Shawn Wooten share their lessons of experiencing the biblical history of Thessalonica and Berea.
Today we meet Kolade a missionary who became a disciple in Boston. Come join us as we hear how God brought him from England to the US and his experience in the Boston Campus Ministry. Listen to why he decided to go into the full time ministry after graduating from college and hear his dreams for being a missionary in Japan.
Today we meet Inna, she was 6 months old in the Lord praying for God to help her grow in her faith when the RevivEE team landed in Odessa, Ukraine. Come hear how she ended up becoming a disciple and the challenges she faced immediately after her conversion. Listen to how she saw her family members become disciples despite their initial opposition to her decision.
Today we meet Lena Wooten, who has been a missionary in Eastern Europe for over 30 years. Leading ministries in Ukraine, Russia, and Eastern Europe. Come hear how she was converted to Christianity during the Moscow church planting and the impact that had on her friends and family. Hear about what led her to enter the mission field and some of the faith-building and challenging moments she experienced. passion for helping people know Jesus and raising ministry leaders.”
Today we meet Shawn Wooten, he has been a missionary for over 30 years. Leading ministries in Russia and Ukraine. Come hear his experience with how we went from being an atheist to a fired up disciple who was able to convert 14 of his friends in the first 3 months of being a Christian.