For Mothers Day, listen to the story of Christian Ida Scudder. Ida Scudder founded a hospital for expectant mothers in India early in the 1900s. Broadcast on Songs of Hope on 8 May 2016 at 8:45am. Press play to listen or download.
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Royston Siddons – founder of Sidchrome
The “Christians who made a difference” segment on 1 May 2016 high-lighted the story of Royston Siddons, the founder of the Sidchrome brand in Australia.
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Henry Dunant – founder of Red Cross
Listen again to the story of the founder of the Red Cross and the man who initiated the Geneva conventions for waring nations. His name was Henry Dunant. Broadcast on Southern FM 88.3 on Songs of Hope on 11Nov18 at 8:45am. Story duration 5 minutes. Narrated by Rod Carr.
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Mary Reibey – founded Wales bank
On 10April2016 our “Christian who made a difference” was Mary Reibey. Her image is printed on the Australian $20 note. She started as a convict and became a hero. Click the play button for the video. Play time is 7 minutes. Right click download to download
Chris Riley helps thousands of youth
Listen again to the story of catholic priest Chris Riley. He started the organisation “Youth Off the Streets” and has helped thousands of young people. Broadcast on Songs of Hope, 3 April 2016
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