Unwritten

In this episode of Unwritten, Trevor sits down with Joe Domina to talk about being lost, stung, and desperately sick in the wilderness, one man found God’s provision exactly when he decided to quit.Whether you're someone struggling with feelings of restlessness, or just curious about faith and radical dependence on God, this conversation will help you discover unforgettable proof of the Father’s care and character.What You’ll Hear:• Joe’s pilgrimage across America started two months prior to the story pick-up, beginning in Jersey City, New Jersey, near Lady Liberty. His journey was motivated by a deep desire to grow in holiness, cast off idols, and have a lived, embodied, and unforgettable experience of the Father's providential care. He began his walk without a smartphone, debit card, credit card, or cash, vowing never to ask anyone for money.• While walking the Appalachian Trail (AT), Joe faced a "biggest test yet" when he developed diarrhea, joint pain, extreme fatigue, and piercing neck pain (likely from a bite). After getting lost while following yellow blazes instead of the traditional white blazes, he decided he was "done" and ready to quit, only to discover he had no cell service to call anyone.• The surprising generosity and community Joe encountered, including fellow hikers (Electric Spring and Sweaty Camel) who shared precious electrolyte water and gave him $60 after praying for him. This experience, alongside the kindness of hostel owner Bunny, reinforced that his trial helped him receive his desire for a powerful experience of God's providential care.Hit follow or subscribe so you don’t miss future episodes!

In this episode of Unwritten, Trevor sits down with AnneMarie Frasier to talk about how surviving a terrifying helicopter crash provided hope in the face of a devastating cancer relapse.Whether you're someone who recognizes that suffering and sorrow are a part of the universal human experience, or just curious about God's providence in the midst of suffering, this conversation will leave every person who listens with something to bring to prayer and reflection, and offer inspiration to turn to this example when experiencing doubt and recognizing that the Lord won't leave you alone.What You’ll Hear:• Ann Marie’s experience growing up Catholic where she felt disconnected from God, and how her life radically changed when, as a sophomore in high school, she was diagnosed with Ying Sar, a rare form of bone cancer, which later relapsed aggressively.• The story of her Make-a-Wish trip to Hawaii, intended as an escape from the hospital craziness, which included a helicopter tour that resulted in a crash landing after the pilot lost total power to the engine and glided them down onto sacred Hawaiian temple grounds.• The realization that surviving the crash was a miracle, which occurred on the anniversary of her uncle's death, and how this profound experience instilled a deep faith that everything would be okay during her subsequent year of more aggressive cancer treatments.Hit follow or subscribe so you don’t miss future episodes!

In this episode of Unwritten, Trevor sits down with Jim Beckman to talk about in the middle of a silent retreat, a walk through a dark graveyard led to a profound, life-altering message from God about deep childhood healing.Whether you're someone who is interested in sharing the stories of the movement of the Holy Spirit, or just curious about how God brings healing in unexpected places, this conversation will offer a powerful lesson on the ways in which God continues to pursue us and heal us if we only let him.What You’ll Hear:• Jim recounts the setting of his silent retreat during the COVID period in the fall of 2020, where he utilized rooms at the pastoral center in Oklahoma City and conducted the retreat over the phone with his spiritual director.• A mysterious encounter in the cemetery where Jim first saw a lone solar-powered light next to a headstone, only to discover over a hundred of them—an "impossible" proliferation—the next morning, ultimately leading him to the headstone of a little boy named Daniel.• The intense message Jim received from the Lord after learning that Daniel had died in a house fire at age eight: "When you were eight, your whole house burned down and something in you died, and I want to bring it back to life again," initiating a two-to-two-and-a-half-year healing effort.Hit follow or subscribe so you don’t miss future episodes!

In this episode of Unwritten, Trevor sits down with Vince Sartori to talk about Vince shares how a persistent invitation from friends led him from a life dedicated to chasing thrills and parties to a powerful encounter with Jesus Christ.Whether you're interested in stories of the Holy Spirit's movement in the world today, or just curious about the importance of persistence in inviting others to faith, this conversation will show how Jesus never stopped pursuing one person through the example and efforts of others.What You’ll Hear:• How Vince spent nine months defining success by being the life of every party, pursuing drinking and thrills, and leaving behind God and faith.• The persistent efforts of his friends, Jared and Justin, who kept inviting him to Bible study, to play games, and finally, to a Catholic conference—despite Vince writing lists of reasons why he couldn't go.• The unexpected moment during Eucharistic adoration when Vince felt compelled to go to confession, resulting in a literal weight being lifted off his shoulders and the realization that he was forgiven and loved.Hit follow or subscribe so you don’t miss future episodes!

In this episode of Unwritten, Trevor  sits down with Dorian Arellano to talk about Discover how one simple question, prompted by the Holy Spirit, transformed a reserved student into a courageous witness for Christ.Whether you're someone dedicated to sharing the stories and movement of the Holy Spirit in the world today, or just curious about the power of intentional accompaniment and friendship, this conversation will exemplify a life that has encountered Jesus in an authentic way and been radically transformed.What You’ll Hear:• The story begins with the host, Trevor Bara, sharing his own experience of being drawn to the power of a simple question, and then introducing Dorian Ariano's account of asking a student named Shawn, "When you pray, what is it like for you?". This intentional question sparked a friendship between the focused missionary (Dorian) and the relatively reserved student (Shawn).• Following several impactful experiences, including a mission trip to Mexico City where he encountered the poor, a Focus conference, and a Father's House retreat, Shawn underwent a radical transformation. He moved from being a somewhat antisocial loner who was overly dedicated to his studies, to being a lively, social person who sought real experiences and conversations with others.• Dorian shares the conviction that the original question asked of Shawn was from the Lord, and it was the necessary beginning of a friendship that allowed him to walk with Shawn and challenge him. Shawn's transformation led him to pursue uncomfortable situations for the glory of God, such as demonstrating courage by inviting women to dance and gathering weekly to pray with a small group of women past retirement age in a new city.Hit follow or subscribe so you don’t miss future episodes!

In this episode of Unwritten, Trevor sits down with John Michael Lucido to talk about how life-altering news about their unborn child led to a profound encounter with the Holy Spirit.Whether you're someone who has received news that stirred your life in an unexpected way, or just curious about the movement of the Holy Spirit in the world today, this conversation will provide an important truth about how God often moves outside of our plans and gives us strength for the unexpected journeys.What You’ll Hear:John Michael recounts the tense moment in the high-risk fetal care unit at KU Medical Center in Kansas City when he and his wife, Emily, learned their six-month-old unborn child would have Trisomy 21 (Down syndrome).The question that weighed on John Michael—"Do I have what it takes?"—was answered by a moment of clarity from the Holy Spirit, who spoke with confidence in his heart, saying: "you don't have what it takes but I do and I'll be with you in every step of the journey".The decision to name their son, born February 15th, 2021, Judah Michael (Judah meaning "Praise be to God" in Hebrew), reflecting their commitment that the world should look at their son and say, "Praise be to God," rather than viewing disability as a burden or hardship.Hit follow or subscribe so you don’t miss future episodes!

In this episode of Unwritten, Trevor sits down with Carrie Wagner to talk about how recognizing the impact of a historical figure and the legacy of daily choices can recontextualize your life and renew your sense of purpose.Whether you're someone who has wondered, "What am I doing with my life?", or just curious about finding profound significance in everyday choices, this conversation will help you realize that your life is profoundly significant and that you can impact countless future generations by your yes to Jesus today.What You’ll Hear:• The moment Carrie, during her fifth year as a missionary, questioned if her daily efforts mattered and whether she was wasting her life while hanging out with people significantly younger than herself.• How a visit to Embassy Row led to researching a statue of Irish patriot Robert Emmet, who died for religious liberty, and discovering an unexpected lineage that linked his witness to her own family history.• The realization that even though Robert Emmet's legacy was built upon sacrifice, it was made up of daily choices, and that faithfulness in the little things ensures your life will affect generations to come.Hit follow or subscribe so you don’t miss future episodes!

In this episode of Unwritten, Trevor sits down with Clayton Caldwell to talk about how a near-fatal case of bacterial meningitis became a powerful, modern-day witness to miraculous healing and the intercession of a beloved saint.Whether you're someone who might struggle to feel like the miraculous and powerful works of God that you read in the Bible are still gospel today, or just curious about the movement of the Holy Spirit in the world today, this conversation will provide an amazing witness to the power of the intercession of the saints and the power of God to heal people.What You’ll Hear:Clayton recounts the terrifying weeks when his father contracted what doctors called the worst case of bacterial meningitis seen in the hospital in over a decade. His father went into a coma for eight days, underwent two brain surgeries, suffered septic shock (with his heart rate dropping to 30 beats a minute), and was not expected to survive or recover without severe side effects.How his father’s recently developed, deep devotion to Padre Pio—including praying the rosary daily and returning to confession after 30 or 35 years—became central to the family's prayers, leading to his father being anointed with holy oil touched to Padre Pio's stigmata gloves.The surprising and specific insight that Padre Pio has a special love for those who have contracted bacterial meningitis, evidenced by the fact that the miracle which led to Padre Pio's canonization involved the healing of a young boy with the exact same life-threatening illness. Clayton attributes the saving of his father's life to Padre Pio's intercession.Hit follow or subscribe so you don’t miss future episodes!----------------------------------------------------------------------

Pilot Episode. Jose Caballero shares his story of encountering faith through both a traumatic event and the witness of a friend.