Align & Abide

Courage To Follow God's Call With Pastor Vasiliy Skorykh

Pastor Vasiliy Skorykh is the Founder and Senior Pastor of Answer in Jesus Ministries, a global ministry dedicated to evangelism, church planting, leadership development, and outreach in nations where people face spiritual and practical needs. Born into a Christian family in the former Soviet Union, Vasiliy experienced religious persecution firsthand as the son of an underground pastor. In 1995, he and his wife, Olga, came to the United States as refugees with their faith and a calling to share the Gospel. Today, Pastor Vasiliy leads international ministry efforts across many nations, bringing hope to people through preaching, missions, and church planting. In this episode… What would you do if following your faith could cost you your safety, freedom, or future? Imagine growing up where worship happened in secret, and every gathering could be discovered at any moment. When faith becomes survival, courage, and hope under pressure, what kind of calling can emerge? According to Pastor Vasiliy Skorykh, a global ministry leader raised in the underground church, fear loses its power when people learn to trust that Jesus is with them in danger. He reflects on growing up in the Soviet Union as the son of an underground pastor, watching faith carried through secret meetings, persecution, and the uncertainty of whether his father would come home. His story shows how obedience, godly connections, and unexpected provision can turn hardship into a calling that reaches far beyond one country. In this episode of the Align & Abide podcast, Dr. Kim Tran is joined by Pastor Vasiliy Skorykh, Founder and Senior Pastor of Answer in Jesus Ministries, for a conversation about faith under persecution and building ministry through adversity. He shares his upbringing in the underground church, God's provision as a refugee, and leading church-planting work across multiple nations. He also talks about overcoming fear and staying faithful when the future feels uncertain.

A School Where Faith Shapes Futures With Angela Wilhight

Angela Wilhight is the Head of Student Recruitment and Admissions at Hope Academy, a private Christian K–12 school in Minneapolis, Minnesota, that provides a remarkable, Christ-centered education rooted in academic excellence, spiritual growth, and family partnership. In her role, Angela helps connect families with a school community known for small class sizes, close student-teacher relationships, strong parent involvement, and a culturally diverse environment where more than 30 languages are represented. Angela is a recipient of Christa McAuliffe's Excellence in Education Award, previously served as an adult education instructor and trainer, and worked as a recruiter for Minnesota's third-largest school district. Joshua Gillespie is a Student Recruiter at Hope Academy, where he helps connect families with a Christ-centered school community in Minneapolis. As a former Hope Academy student, Joshua brings firsthand experience to his role, sharing how the school supports students through faith, discipleship, strong relationships, and academic growth. Ruben Rodriguez is a Student Recruiter at Hope Academy, where he helps welcome and guide families through the admissions and recruitment process. With a heart for the Latino community, Ruben supports families by building relationships, sharing Hope Academy's mission, and helping students find a school environment rooted in faith, belonging, and opportunity. In this episode… A child's school can shape far more than report cards. When students are anxious, bullied, overlooked, or unsure of their worth, what changes when faith, family, and community become part of their everyday education? For Angela Wilhight, Joshua Gillespie, and Ruben Rodriguez, the answer is Hope Academy's Christ-centered approach to seeing and supporting the whole child. Joshua explains that smaller class sizes, real relationships with teachers, and discipleship allow staff to notice struggles like anxiety, depression, bullying, and insecurity before students feel lost in the crowd. Angela emphasizes that love, belonging, accountability, and family involvement help students understand their worth in God, while Ruben points to the power of meeting families in the community, praying with them, and showing students that faith can shape every part of life. In this episode of the Align & Abide podcast, Dr. Kim Tran is joined by Angela Wilhight, Head of Student Recruitment and Admissions at Hope Academy, and Student Recruiters Joshua Gillespie, and Ruben Rodriguez to discuss building strong, God-centered students. They talk about addressing bullying, discipling students through Christian education, and partnering with families. The trio also shares details on school tours, affordability, and community support.

Hidden Obstacles in Vaccine Injury Claims With Wayne Rohde

Wayne Rohde is the podcast host of Right On Point and Co-founder of the Vaccine Safety Council of Minnesota, an organization dedicated to raising awareness about vaccine safety and the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program (VICP). He is the author of two books, including the critically acclaimed The Vaccine Court 2.0, which has been lauded for shedding light on the complexities and challenges of seeking compensation for vaccine injuries in the United States. Wayne became a leading advocate after his son was severely injured following routine childhood vaccinations, motivating him to help families navigate the legal and medical systems related to vaccine injury. In this episode… Vaccine injury claims can look straightforward from the outside, but families often discover a maze of deadlines, exemptions, legal limits, and unanswered medical questions. What happens when parents realize too late that the system was not built to make their path easy? Wayne Rohde believes the biggest obstacle is that families often do not know the rules until the window to act has already closed. Drawing from his experience as a father of a vaccine-injured son and a longtime advocate, Wayne explains how his son Nick's reaction to the MMR vaccine eventually led the family to explore the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program, only to learn they were already past the three-year statute of limitations. His story highlights why informed consent, documentation, and early awareness are crucial for any family seeking to understand vaccine injury, compensation, and parental rights. In this episode of the Align & Abide podcast, Dr. Kim Tran is joined by Wayne Rohde, podcast host, author, and Co-founder of the Vaccine Safety Council of Minnesota, to discuss hidden obstacles in vaccine injury claims. They explore Nick's injury, the Vaccine Injury Compensation Program, Minnesota vaccine exemption bills, and parental rights. Wayne also shares resources for families seeking informed consent and advocacy support.

Out of Darkness, Into Light With Dr. Kim Tran

Dr. Kim Tran is the Founder and Lead Chiropractor at Minnesota Family Chiropractic, an integrative health clinic dedicated to helping patients achieve lasting relief and vibrant health. Her practice combines chiropractic care with functional medicine, nutrition, acupuncture, and inner healing to address the root causes of pain and dysfunction. Under Dr. Tran's leadership, the clinic delivers holistic, patient-centered care that has transformed countless lives and supported personal injury recoveries, contributing to over $100,000 in legal outcomes. In this episode… Stepping into the light isn't always about bold confidence; it often starts with noticing how long you've been hiding. What if the very things you're waiting for in life are waiting on you to finally be seen? For Dr. Kim Tran, the key lies in recognizing that hiding — whether from fear, shame, or pain — can quietly delay the life you're meant to live. She explains that while seasons of retreat can be necessary for protection and growth, staying there too long keeps you from stepping into your calling. The real shift occurs when you choose action alongside faith, trusting that God meets you not in isolation, but in movement toward your purpose. In this episode of the Align & Abide podcast, Dr. Kim Tran explores what it means to move out of a season of hiding and into the light of purpose. She breaks down the difference between healthy retreat and harmful isolation, unpacks how shame and fear keep people stuck, and explains why action is essential for receiving God's blessings. Dr. Tran also shares how to discern supportive relationships from harmful influences.

Rest, Rejuvenate, and Renew in God With Dr. Kim Tran

Dr. Kim Tran is the Founder and Lead Chiropractor at Minnesota Family Chiropractic, an integrative health clinic dedicated to helping patients achieve lasting relief and vibrant health. Her practice combines chiropractic care with functional medicine, nutrition, acupuncture, and inner healing to address the root causes of pain and dysfunction. Under Dr. Tran's leadership, the clinic delivers holistic, patient-centered care that has transformed countless lives and supported personal injury recoveries, contributing to over $100,000 in legal outcomes. In this episode… Rest doesn't always look like stopping; sometimes it feels like confronting the very things you've been avoiding. What if the exhaustion you feel isn't just physical, but spiritual — and what if true renewal requires more than just a break? For Dr. Kim Tran, the key lies in intentional, God-centered rest that actively restores your mind, body, and spirit. Drawing from her experience as a faith-driven practitioner who treats the whole person, she explains that many people unknowingly block their own healing through negative thoughts, distractions, and a lack of quiet time with God. She likens the mind to a garden overtaken by weeds, where replacing harmful beliefs with truth requires consistent, daily renewal. Ultimately, her perspective reframes rest not as passive recovery, but as a disciplined practice of aligning your life with God's design. In this episode of the Align & Abide podcast, Dr. Kim Tran talks about finding true rest and renewal through God. She explores how negative self-talk can block healing, why quiet time with God is essential, and how physical activity can become an act of worship. Dr. Tran also shares advice on breaking mental "curses" and replacing them with truth to support lasting transformation.