here I AM stories

Nicole’s story is one of internal struggle, pain and a search for love that led her somewhere she never expected.From a young age, she carried wounds that shaped how she saw herself—and left her questioning where she truly belonged.Looking for connection and something real, Nicole embraced an identity that seemed to offer answers… even a sense of peace.But beneath the surface, something didn’t sit right.The deeper she went, the heavier the questions became.What looked like freedom on the outside was hiding a deeper struggle within—a heart still searching, still restless, still longing for more.What followed was a journey through confusion, truth, and a kind of healing that would challenge everything she thought she knew about herself.

Miguel’s story is one of pain, confusion, and ultimately redemption.Growing up, he carried wounds that quietly shaped how he saw himself and others.Searching for who he really was and acceptance, Miguel began living a completely different life—creating a persona that drew attention, applause, and a sense of belonging he had long been searching for.But underneath it all was a wounded heart, hiding secrets and longing for something deeper.What followed would take Miguel on an unexpected journey through brokenness, truth, and ultimately deep healing he never thought possible.

What happens when the love we chase never truly satisfies the deeper longing of the heart?In this episode of Here I Am Stories, Kim Zember sits down with Monet for a raw and honest conversation about identity, brokenness, relationships, and the quiet pursuit of God’s grace.Monet shares her journey through confusion, longing for affirmation, and the search for belonging — and how a personal encounter with Jesus Christ began to transform her understanding of love, worth, and identity.This is not a story about shame.It is a story about mercy.It is about surrender.It is about discovering who we truly are in Christ.If you’ve ever wrestled with identity, felt unseen, or searched for love in places that left you empty — this conversation is for you.

In this powerful episode, Ron shares his story with honesty, courage, and deep faith, reflecting on childhood trauma, fatherlessness, sexual abuse, and the long road of healing. He opens up about his years identifying as gay, the wounds and confusion beneath that journey, and the way God kept pursuing him even in the middle of pain, rebellion, and brokenness. This conversation is not a polished testimony with all the loose ends tied up, it is a real look at what sanctification, surrender, and healing can actually feel like. Ron speaks with striking clarity about grace, spiritual battle, trauma, and the daily choice to keep yielding to Christ. It is a moving conversation about redemption, suffering, and the kind of freedom that is real, costly, and still unfolding.

What happens when the identity we cling to no longer satisfies the deeper desires of the heart?In this episode of here I AM stories, Kim Zember sits down with Drew for a raw and honest conversation about identity, interior wounds, and the slow, tender work of God’s grace.Drew shares openly about his journey through confusion, longing, and the search for belonging—and how an encounter with Jesus Christ led him toward healing, hope and freedom.This conversation is not about arguments or labels.It is about surrender, mercy, and discovering who we truly are.If you are wrestling with identity, faith, or the fear of letting go, this conversation is for you. 🙏

What happens when someone grows up longing for affirmation, struggling with shame, and searching for identity—yet never stops believing God is real?In this honest and deeply moving conversation, Richard shares his Christian testimony, reflecting on growing up without a father, experiencing bullying, navigating same-sex attraction, pornography addiction, and years of confusion about God’s heart.Through dance, performance, success, and eventual burnout, Richard explains how knowing God’s Word without knowing God’s heart left him trapped in cycles of guilt and fear—and how true healing began when he encountered Jesus not as a rule-giver, but as a loving Father.This episode speaks to anyone wrestling with identity, shame, sexuality, faith, or the fear that they are “too far gone” for God.This is a story of truth, mercy, repentance, and hope.Stay connected with the content you care about. Subscribe to our new EWTN channels and never miss what inspires you.EWTN News:    / @ewtnnews  EWTN Live Mass & Devotions:    / @ewtnlivemass  EWTN On Air:    / @ewtnonair  EWTN Radio:    / @radioewtn  EWTN Religious Catalogue:    / @ewtnreligiouscatalogue  EWTN Kids:    / @ewtnkids  EWTN Espanol:    / @ewtnespanol  ACI Prensa:    / @aciprensa  Franciscan Missionaries of the Eternal Word:    / @mfvafriars  Support EWTN:https://www.ewtn.com/donateFollow EWTN on Social Media:🖥️ Website: https://www.ewtn.com📸 Instagram:   / ewtnmedia  📌 Facebook:   / ewtnonline  🆇 Twitter/X: https://x.com/EWTN📱 TikTok:   / ewtnmedia  Follow Kimberly Zember on Social Media:📸 Kim Instagram:   / kimzember  📌 BoldlyBeloved:   / unforgottenfaces  🖥️ Website: https://boldlybeloved.com🎥 Here I AM stories:   / hereiamstories  

What happens when someone experiences same-sex attraction and gender confusion from childhood—yet refuses to stop searching for truth?In this deeply honest and powerful conversation, Hudson shares his Catholic testimony of growing up with same-sex attraction, experiencing transgender inclinations, and wrestling with questions of identity, belonging, and meaning. Through years of confusion, secrecy, peer rejection, and attempts to numb the pain, Hudson continually sought answers—until he encountered the mercy and truth of God in a life-changing way.This testimony explores the crucial distinction between attraction and identity, the Church’s understanding of chastity, and why authentic love never compromises truth. Hudson speaks openly about discovering that God’s plan is not one of condemnation, but of freedom, healing, and authentic love.This is a story of hope—for anyone who feels alone, misunderstood, or trapped between their experiences and their faith.🙏 If you or someone you love is struggling with questions of identity, sexuality, or faith, this testimony offers compassion, clarity, and hope.Join Kim Zember for a podcast that amplifies raw voices, redeemed lives, and real stories of those who walked away from LGBT identities for what they believe is a greater eternal purpose.Follow Kimberly Zember on Social Media:📸 Kim Instagram:   / kimzember  📌 BoldlyBeloved:   / unforgottenfaces  🖥️ Website: https://boldlybeloved.com🎥 Here I AM stories:   / hereiamstories  Stay connected with the content you care about. Subscribe to our new EWTN channels and never miss what inspires you.EWTN News:    / @ewtnnews  EWTN Live Mass & Devotions:    / @ewtnlivemass  EWTN On Air:    / @ewtnonair  EWTN Radio:    / @radioewtn  EWTN Religious Catalogue:    / @ewtnreligiouscatalogue  EWTN Kids:    / @ewtnkids  EWTN Espanol:    / @ewtnespanol  ACI Prensa:    / @aciprensa  Franciscan Missionaries of the Eternal Word:    / @mfvafriars  

Laura’s story is one of deep wounding, searching, and ultimately radical redemption—from childhood rejection, identity confusion, and a full transgender transition to discovering her true worth, healing, and identity in Jesus Christ.From an early age, Laura felt out of place in her own body—longing to be a boy, wrestling with rejection, sexual brokenness, and the belief that becoming male would finally bring peace. Years of trauma, addiction, and surgeries left her more empty than ever. But everything changed when the love of God broke into her life and revealed the truth she had been chasing all along.Now living fully restored as the woman God created her to be, Laura shares her powerful testimony of deliverance, identity, and hope in Christ—a story of a Father who lovingly pursues, heals, and makes all things new.Join Kim Zember for a podcast that amplifies raw voices, redeemed lives, and real stories of those who walked away from LGBT identities for what they believe is a greater eternal purpose.

Lindsey’s story is one of radical redemption—from childhood gender confusion and same-sex attraction to freedom, healing, and restored identity in Jesus Christ.At just six years old, she cried out to God to make her a boy. Marked by trauma, addiction, and a hidden double life, Lindsey searched for love and belonging in all the wrong places. But everything changed when she encountered the love of the Father and the power of true repentance.Now living as a restored daughter of God, Lindsey shares her powerful testimony of deliverance, identity, and hope in Christ.

Son Byrd is a musical artist, prophetic voice, and mentor whose life tells a powerful story of redemption and identity. Raised in the midst of dysfunction, he wrestled with questions of belonging, purpose, and self-worth. His journey included the painful realities of rape, abuse, gender dysphoria, and an absent father—leaving deep wounds and a longing for wholeness. Everything changed when he encountered God as Father. That moment became a turning point, redefining his identity and future. Embracing the name Son Byrd, he stepped into a new life—marked by redeemed sonship and spiritual inheritance. Today, Son uses music, storytelling, and prophetic insight to help others find freedom and clarity in their own journeys. Whether through his art, words, or mentorship, his message remains the same: God turns absence into abundance, brokenness into breakthrough, and pain into purpose.

Raised in brokenness, Jessica Rose longed for a better life—a family, stability, the “American Dream.” By 2015, she had stepped into the role of “man” of the family, and in 2017 became a “step-dad.” But behind the image, she battled deep pain and regret. “I’m too deep into this. I don’t know how to turn back,” she thought before attempting suicide in 2019. That moment became a turning point. After surviving and spending time in a mental hospital, Jessica realized: “I must’ve been kept here for a reason.” A few months later, she gave her life to Jesus Christ. What followed was a journey from brokenness to healing, from shame to grace. Today, Jessica is living proof of God’s relentless love and the power of redemption.

Angel Colon is a survivor of the 2016 Pulse Nightclub tragedy, where 49 lives were lost and over 53 people were injured. Despite being shot multiple times and suffering a shattered femur, Angel miraculously survived. His recovery has been nothing short of remarkable, and he credits his strength and healing to the grace of God. What once seemed like an unbearable tragedy—his “mess”—has now become his powerful message. Rather than allowing bitterness or pain to define his life, Angel turned his story into a testimony of hope, forgiveness, and freedom.Today, Angel travels across the country sharing that message. He equips leaders, young adults, and churches to lovingly welcome and minister to those who identify as LGBTQ. His mission is clear: to let the world know that true freedom is found in Jesus Christ.Join Kim Zember for a new podcast highlighting raw voices, radical lives, and real stories of those who left LGBT identities for what they consider a greater eternal purpose.