{"podcast":{"title":"Journey of Hope","slug":"journey-of-hope-6599261","podcast_index_feed_id":6599261,"rss_url":"https://www.spreaker.com/show/5927988/episodes/feed","website_url":"https://heartforlebanon.org/joh/","image_url":"https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/ac1aa469b8de5d938bd0db10cd8f1bfa.jpg","author":"Heart for Lebanon","episode_count":73,"summary":"Journey of Hope is a podcast giving you insights into the ministry of Heart for Lebanon. Through conversations with field and regional experts, you will gain a new perspective on what is taking place and what’s possible as we “Make Disciples”. The stories you hear will move beyond theoretical and make the ministry practical as we show you the impact God is making in Lebanon and the Middle East.","last_synced_at":"2026-07-19T14:17:02.826854+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/journey-of-hope-6599261"},"episode":{"title":"Who Are They? The Christians of Syria","slug":"who-are-they-the-christians-of-syria","published_at":"2025-08-16T12:00:08+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/journey-of-hope-6599261/who-are-they-the-christians-of-syria","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/journey-of-hope-6599261","url":"https://www.spreaker.com/episode/who-are-they-the-christians-of-syria--67381525","audio_url":"https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/67381525/hfl_podcast_aug_16_mixdown_1.mp3","summary":"In this compelling installment of Journey of Hope’s Who Are They? series, host Elio Constantine is joined by Bashir Sarkis, lead pastor of Hope Evangelical Church in Zahleh and Field Manager at Heart For Lebanon’s Bekaa Ministry Center. Together, they shine a spotlight on one of the region’s most deeply rooted yet often overlooked groups: the Christian communities of Syria. Bashir offers a rich, insightful exploration into the diverse Christian sects that have existed in Syria for centuries, tracing their ancient traditions, spiritual legacy, and enduring influence in the region. As the conversation unfolds, the episode confronts the harsh realities these communities have faced in recent years, from the devastation of war to intense persecution and displacement. Through powerful personal stories and pastoral reflections, Bashir shares how many Syrian Christians, forced to flee their homeland, have sought refuge in Lebanon—often arriving with nothing but their faith. Amid this hardship, Heart For Lebanon is actively ministering to these families, offering physical relief, spiritual care, and the unwavering hope of Christ. Youwill be moved by testimonies of resilience and inspired by how God is working in the lives of these refugees through discipleship, community, and compassion. Show Notes: Understanding Syrian Christian Communities Historical Roots: One of the oldest Christian populations in the world Diverse Sects: Includes Greek Orthodox, Syriac Orthodox, Maronites, Armenian Apostolic, Evangelicals, and others. Spiritual Legacy: Deep theological traditions, historic churches, and a resilient faith passed down through generations. Impact of the Syrian War Persecution & Displacement: Many Christians have faced targeted violence, loss of homes, and religious oppres…","meta_description":"In this compelling installment of Journey of Hope’s Who Are They? series, host Elio Constantine is joined by Bashir Sarkis, lead pastor of Hope Evangelica…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":2460,"processing_state":"processed","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/journey-of-hope-6599261/episodes/who-are-they-the-christians-of-syria/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/journey-of-hope-6599261/who-are-they-the-christians-of-syria.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}