{"podcast":{"title":"#12minconvos with Jesus Believers","slug":"12minconvos-with-jesus-believers-7774952","podcast_index_feed_id":7774952,"rss_url":"https://feeds.captivate.fm/12minconvoswithjesusbelievers/","website_url":"https://www.12minconvos.com","image_url":"https://artwork.captivate.fm/556b5654-0805-4be8-95e9-20f3638219da/12minconvos-with-jesus-Believers-Podcast.png","author":"Engel Jones","episode_count":208,"summary":"#12minconvos with Jesus Believers One Story. 12 Minutes. A Global Echo of Hope. What can happen in 12 minutes? A life can pivot. A heart can heal. A legacy can begin. Welcome to #12minconvos with Jesus Believers, the daily podcast where high-impact storytelling meets the global mission of the Church. Hosted by Engel Jones, this isn’t your typical interview show; it’s a \"flow-versation\" designed to capture the raw, unedited, and transformative power of a single testimony. Why Listen? We live in a world of noise, but your spirit craves truth. Whether you’re on your morning commute, at the gym, or taking a \"Grace Buffer\" break, these 12-minute windows provide a snack of pure inspiration that fuels your Active Faith. Every day at 3:12 AM, we release a new episode featuring a different Jesus Believer from a different corner of the globe. From entrepreneurs and artists to stay-at-home parents and world-changers, we explore the \"new creation\" moments that define what it means to follow Christ in the 21st century. A Monumental Mission When you listen, you aren’t just a consumer; you are a partner in a massive, five-year odyssey. We are currently on a mission to: Record 5,000 New Testimoni…","last_synced_at":"2026-09-19T22:22:05.859900+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/12minconvos-with-jesus-believers-7774952"},"episode":{"title":"Raenelle Gay: Open Heart Surgery at Nine and Choosing to No Longer Hide Your God-Given Gifts","slug":"raenelle-gay-open-heart-surgery-at-nine-and-choosing-to-no-longer-hide-your-god-given-gifts","published_at":"2026-08-27T07:12:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/12minconvos-with-jesus-believers-7774952/raenelle-gay-open-heart-surgery-at-nine-and-choosing-to-no-longer-hide-your-god-given-gifts","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/12minconvos-with-jesus-believers-7774952","url":"https://www.12minconvos.com","audio_url":"https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/5ce7a0d5-461e-4799-ab88-59c0b28495e0.mp3","summary":"Raenelle Gay was born in San Fernando, Trinidad, to Brian and Lesley Ann Spencer. From an early age, her life was shaped by resilience and determination. At just nine years old, she underwent open-heart surgery, an experience that strengthened her faith, deepened her compassion for others, and inspired a lifelong appreciation for the value of life and well-being. She attended St. Madeleine Secondary School, where she developed an interest in understanding people and the factors that influence their emotional and social development. This passion led her to pursue higher education at Caribbean Nazarene College, where she earned a Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Counseling, and Management of Human Resources. Committed to expanding her knowledge and impact, she later completed a Master's degree in Family Life Education at Oasis Institute of Higher Learning. Professionally, Raenelle serves as a Guidance Officer attached to the Ministry of Education, where she supports the emotional, social, and behavioral development of students while working closely with parents, teachers, and school communities. Her work is centered on helping children build resilience, develop healthy coping skills, and navigate life's challenges. Beyond her role in education, Raenelle is a Mental Health Coach and Family and Relationship Counselor. Through counseling, education, and advocacy, she is passionate about promoting mental wellness, strengthening marriages and families, and helping individuals build healthier relationships with themselves and others. She is committed to making conversations about mental health more accessible and reducing the stigma surrounding emotional well-being. Raenelle has been married to her husband, Peter Gay, for ten years. 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