To find out more information about the ministry of The Hope of Survivors, listen to one of these programs.

Below is the sermon presented by Steve Nelson (at the Thompsonville Seventh-day Adventist Church), Saturday September 15, 2007.

Trust His Heart – Compressed (approx. 40 minutes; 25MB)
Trust His Heart – Uncompressed (approx. 40 minutes; 60MB)

Comments About the Trust His Heart Sermon:

“I transfered “Trust His Heart” to my cell phone and listened to it while I went for a walk in the nice, cold, clear, sunny Autum day! And it was a real blesing, too. So deep and beautiful.”—Norway

Below is the Abuse Prevention Sermon presented by Steve Nelson (hosted by the Thompsonville Seventh-day Adventist Church), Saturday August 27, 2005 (Requires Windows MediaPlayer).

Sermon – (approx. 40 minutes)

Comments About the Abuse Prevention Sermon:

“I thought the sermon you put on your web site was really good (sad, sad story but a story that speaks of God’s love and healing). I have listened to it twice already, and have sent the link to a couple of people and plan to share it with others as well. Steve did a wonderful job. He is very easy to listen to, and I thank God that he has allowed God to work in such a way in your lives. I imagine that if his response to your situation with the pastor had been different, things would have been way different now. You are both truly blessed to have each other.”—Listener from Australia

“I enjoyed Steve’s sermon Saturday and thought it was so well delivered on a sensitive topic.”—Listener from Ohio

“I listened to Steve’s sermon and the story he told really touched my heart. It made me think back to my life and how all my life I’ve been treated like an object by men and how I seek other people’s approval. It was a stirring story.”—Listener from Illinois

“Our church in Springfield, IL enjoyed a special weekend with The Hope of Survivors ministry. What an incredible blessing! The message, music and testimonies given were powerful, touching the hearts of many who attended. I saw first hand the tremendous impact Steve and Samantha Nelson have on those who have benefited from their program. It is well designed and capable of reaching many, regardless of their faith. We can expect great things as God continues to grow their ministry. Thank you, Steve and Samantha, for sharing your message of love and healing with our church. God bless you!”—Pastor John Stanton, Springfield First Seventh-day Adventist Church

“I have to admit that I was a bit skeptical when I heard that The Hope of Survivors was coming to our church in Philadelphia, PA. I wasn’t sure how a concert or seminar about a ministry to victims of pastoral abuse would be received. I can say that all my fears were relieved and we were blessed to have The Hope of Survivors at our church. The testimonies and messages were appropriate and heartfelt. We will look forward to having you come again and hearing witness to how God is continuing to bless your ministry.”— Pastor JP O’Connor, Chestnut Hill Seventh-day Adventist Church

To gain an insight into the dynamics and devastation of pastoral sexual abuse, click on the links below. This is an interview from 3ABN Radio’s Crossroads program with Steve and Samantha Nelson (May 27, 2005), hosted by Cheri Peters. (Requires Windows MediaPlayer.)

Part 1 – (12 minutes)

Part 2– (12 minutes)

Part 3 – (12 minutes)

Part 4 – (12 minutes)

Below is an interview from 3ABN Radio’s Crossroads program with Samantha Nelson (July 18, 2006), hosted by Atonte Myers. (Requires Windows MediaPlayer.)

Part 1 – (12 minutes)

Part 2– (12 minutes)

Part 3 – (12 minutes)

Part 4 – (12 minutes)

Listen to interviews with Samantha Nelson on the radio program Friendly Fire, hosted by Ronald Matheney on Freedom Radio FM! The following are MP3 files.

March 26, 2007 (Part 1) - Samantha Nelson

April 2 , 2007 (Part 2) - Samantha Nelson

Comments About the Friendly Fire Interviews:

“Very impactful. I am certain many of our listeners will relate to your trials. I know I was brought to tears both times I listened.”—Esau Kessler, Network Manager, Edgewater Broadcasting

Now you can watch our TV programs online!

View Hope & Healing Video! (Compressed for Broadband speed.)
In this half-hour television program, part one in a three-part series, Three Angels Broadcasting Network (3ABN) host Shelley Quinn interviews The Hope of Survivors’ founders, Steve and Samantha Nelson, on the topic of pastoral sexual abuse and how it affects the female victim. This interview is a general overview of the Hope & Healing conference for victims.

View Faith & Fidelity Video! (Compressed for Broadband speed.)
In this half-hour television program, part two in a three-part series, Three Angels Broadcasting Network (3ABN) host Shelley Quinn interviews The Hope of Survivors’ founders, Steve and Samantha Nelson, on the topic of pastoral sexual abuse, how it can be avoided, and how it affects the pastor. This interview is a general overview of the Faith & Fidelity conference for pastors and church leaders.

View Trust & Truth Video! (Compressed for Broadband speed.)
In this half-hour television program, part three in a three-part series, Three Angels Broadcasting Network (3ABN) host Shelley Quinn interviews The Hope of Survivors’ founders, Steve and Samantha Nelson, on the topic of pastoral sexual abuse, how the church should handle this sensitive subject, and how the church can recover from the devastation of it. This interview is a general overview of the Trust & Truth conference for church and community members.