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Anna Reinhart | The Sisters of Light Podcast
Descriptions
In this episode of the Sisters of Light podcast, the focus is on Anna Reinhart, the first Protestant minister's wife during the Reformation. Born in Zurich, Anna faced numerous challenges, including the loss of her first husband and later, Ulrich Zwingli, whom she married secretly. Her story of resilience in the face of grief parallels that of Ruth and Naomi, emphasizing the importance of acknowledging pain while maintaining faith. The discussion highlights how grief can draw individuals closer to God and the necessity of honest expression in prayer. Ultimately, the episode encourages listeners to embrace their emotions and seek supportive spiritual communities.
Author, Church History
Sukeshinie Goonatilleke loves a good story and has been telling them as far back as she can remember. Her first article was published in Insight magazine in 1998 and she regularly contributed articles to the magazine for many years after. She spent a number of years directing and producing children’s and youth theatre and worked as a drama teacher in her native country of Sri Lanka. She and her husband moved to Australia in 2006. She currently writes and curates web content for Lineage Journey and is a freelance script writer for The Incredible Journey, which are both Christian media ministries. When she isn’t researching or writing, Sukeshinie is homeschooling her children or curled up in a corner with a good book. She lives with her husband and two daughters in Melbourne, Australia.
