Stories

Special full-length versions of The Storyteller

 

There’s nothing that God can’t do – The Story of George Olsen (Aleut)

Growing up in the village can be difficult. There are many influences that can bring a person down. That could have been George’s story… but it wasn’t. Listen as he shares how he was able to rise above the darkness.  

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Safe in His Father’s Arms – The Story of Larry Hawkins (Chickasaw)

Larry was abandoned as a child by those who should have loved and cared for him.  He wondered why. And then there were the questions about where he belonged.  In time though, he would find out – because he found a Father who truly loved him, and would never abandon him.    

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The Storyteller Christmas Program with Chug and Karen Garreau (Lakota)

From the Cheyenne River Reservation in South Dakota, Chug and Karen Garreau welcome us into their home as they share Christmas memories and the true story of the greatest gift ever given. There was a time they didn’t know the significance, but now they do, and it’s changed everything. If you’ve ever wondered if there’s…

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I’m Free – The Story of Allen Early (San Carlos Apache)

Allen, a San Carlos Apache, was raised in the traditional way by his father. His dad sent him away to school.  Soon Allen got involved in alcohol, drugs, and gang life.  He became so violent that the people in his community wanted him put away. But jail couldn’t hold him. He escaped many times.  Finally,…

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The Turtle Story – Eddie Lindsey (Creek)

“We’ve always been people of Storying”, Eddie says. He shares a story that his momma told him about a turtle. The lesson was not lost on him. Then he shares another story – the most important story any of us will ever hear. It’s a story that each of us needs to take to heart.

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God, I don’t want to live like this anymore – The Story of Chug Garreau (Lakota)

Chug grew up in the ranch and rodeo life.  He also grew up with alcohol and the problems that come with it.  He left home in high school after a fight with his dad.  But that didn’t fix his problems.  In fact, they were really just beginning.  Years past and his troubles grew worse.  He…

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Free from more than the Bottle – The Story of Molly Littlejohn (Cherokee)

Molly’s early years were marked with abuse. Alcohol had a hold of her, but she wasn’t content. This is her story of how she was set free from the bottle… and so much more. Click to Listen.

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From Darkness to Light – The Story of Karen Garreau (Lakota)

With a striking level of honesty, Karen shares about her darkest hours amid a deep depression, the despair that had her bound, and the love that set her free.  If you or someone you know has ever struggled with the pain and shame of the past, suicidal thoughts, or any level of depression, then you’ll…

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Seeking revenge, finding Love. The Story of Jim Rickteroff (Athabaskan)

Jim grew up being hated, abused, and very angry… and so it wasn’t long before he was bent on getting revenge. He trained in martial arts, preparing for the day when he would meet his abusers again. He was hot on the trail of one of them in Anchorage… but when Jim would go in…

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I was lost in alcohol – The Story of Mike Lente (Isleta)

Drinking was a part of Mike’s family culture as he was growing up… and it left it’s mark on him. Eventually, he picked up the bottle himself and became an alcoholic. He brought those troubles into his own family. Then something happened to his wife. She was acting different. One day Mike came home to…

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