Heidi Wysman
Born (1967-03-31) March 31, 1967 (age 57)
Sydney, Australia
EducationBachelor of Arts (BA) – Ministry
Advanced Diploma of Biblical Studies – Ministry
Alma materHarvest Bible College (BA)
C3 College (Dip)
Occupations
  • Founder & CEO
  • Author
  • Public Speaker
  • Lecturer
  • Pastor
  • Ordained Minister of Prayer
SpouseMark Wysman
Children2 (One Deceased)
Websitehopewithheidi.com

Heidi Wysman[1] (born 31 March 1967) is an ordained Christian minister,[2] lecturer,[2] itinerant speaker, pastor,[3] devotionals radio presenter for Hope 103.2, author, founder of HOPE WITH HEIDI LTD and H.O.P.E – House Of Prayer & Encounter;[4] A Christian faith-based charity.[5] She is the author of numerous books on Christian spirituality and faith.

Early life

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Heidi White (née White)[2] was born in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia. She grew up in Northern Sydney, becoming a Christian in 1991 after experiencing challenging circumstances such as abuse, sickness, loss, and manipulation, Heidi White expressed a "strong desire" for personal healing and a meaningful connection with a higher power, seeking to experience love from a spiritual perspective by the God that saved her.[2] She received an Advanced Diploma of Ministry from C3 College in 1996,[6] Bachelor of Arts (Ministry) from Harvest Bible College in 2012.[6]

Career

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Heidi married her husband Mark Wysman in 2000, having two children, one still-born in 2002 and another child, Sam[2] in 2007.[7] Whilst continuing to work across various branches of the C3 Church Global ministry throughout Australia and abroad.

In 1997, Miss White lectured at C3 College division of C3 Church Oxford Falls,[6] lecturing on prayer, alongside Church History and History of Revivals.[6]

In 2001, Pastor Heidi Wysman[3][8] Coordinated Church Growth of C3 Church Oxford Falls, Overseeing new members lunches, water baptisms, community outreach, connecting new people into church, new christian training.[6]

 
Minister Heidi Wysman greeting South Korean Minister Dr. Yonggi Cho during his visit to C3 Sydney in 2016.

In 2011, Pastor Heidi Wysman[3][8] published her first book titled "One | Complete Intimacy with God."[2]

In 2014, Heidi Wysman became an ordained Minister of Prayer.[2]

In 2017, Heidi Wysman decided to step away from her previous positions in the C3 ministry. Following this, in 2022 under HOPE WITH HEIDI LTD she founded H.O.P.E – House Of Prayer & Encounter.[5] Providing a gathering place for individuals to engage in prayer, worship, and Bible reading. Her mission to foster a "sense of hope within the community, both in spiritual and practical aspects."[5] She organises regular gatherings every four weeks, creating opportunities for people to come together and participate.[5]

In 2023, Heidi Wysman published her second book titled "Shining light in the dark: prayers & devotionals of hope"[9] aimed at "shining a light of hope through life’s uncertainties and unknowns."[1]

Radio

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Heidi Wysman is a devotionals radio presenter and Real HOPE contributor for Sydney's Christian radio station Hope 103.2.[10] As well as Hope 103.2's sister station Inspire Digital, Sunshine Coast's Salt 106.5 and the Gold Coast's Juice 107.3. With a mission to help disciple people to have a revelation of Jesus.[10] Her teaching devotionals are on air to a monthly audience of 756,000 listeners in Sydney.[11]

Song Writing

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Heidi Wysman has served as a song writer[12] and contributor for C3 Music, a musical group affiliated with the C3 Church Global Ministry. With her written lyrical contributions being seen within the repertoire of C3 Music, mainly for her contribution in writing "Face to Face – C3 Music",[12] released April 17, 2016 under the Abide album."[13]

Podcasts

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Heidi Wysman also produces podcasts that provide discussions and practical guidance,[14] with the aim of enriching the spiritual journey and offering perspectives[15] to listeners who are seeking a deeper understanding of the relationship between their spiritual connection and their everyday experiences.[16]

Israel Tours

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Heidi Wysman with her husband Mark in Jerusalem, Israel, during her 2017 Israel tour.

Heidi Wysman organises tours in Israel. Titled "Let's Go To ISRAEL: Come on a journey of HOPE in His heartland", her tours provide experiences for everyone to deepen their "spiritual connection". They encompass a 10 day land package with an optional Baptism in the Jordan River.[17]

See also

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Bibliography

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  1. ^ a b "Homepage new". hopewithheidi.com. Retrieved 2023-06-09.
  2. ^ a b c d e f g Wysman, Heidi (2016). One | Complete Intimacy with God (Revised ed.). Australia: Ark House Press. pp. 1–57. ISBN 9780646564449.
  3. ^ a b c "Heidi Wysman - C3 Church Invercargill". subsplash.com. Retrieved 2023-06-10.
  4. ^ "ABN Lookup". abr.business.gov.au. 2014-11-01. Retrieved 2023-06-09.
  5. ^ a b c d "H.O.P.E". hopewithheidi.com. Retrieved 2023-06-09.
  6. ^ a b c d e Wysman, Heidi. "Heidi Wysman Profile". LinkedIn. Retrieved 2023-06-09.
  7. ^ "Delivering life for the most fragile arrivals". The Sydney Morning Herald. 2011-04-09. Retrieved 2023-06-09.
  8. ^ a b Wysman, Heidi. "Profile no. 2". LinkedIn. Retrieved 2023-06-09.
  9. ^ Wysman, Heidi (2022). Shining light in the dark: prayers & devotionals of hope. Sydney, NSW: Heidi Wysman. ISBN 978-0-6454931-0-8.
  10. ^ a b "Your Hope 103.2 Contributors | Guest, Faith & Teaching Contributors". Hope 103.2. Retrieved 2023-06-09.
  11. ^ "Our History | Hope 103.2| Sydney Christian Radio". Hope 103.2. Retrieved 2024-08-16.
  12. ^ a b C3 Music – Face to Face, retrieved 2023-06-11
  13. ^ "Abide by C3 Music". Genius. Retrieved 2023-06-11.
  14. ^ "Anchored In Hope". Spotify. Retrieved 2023-06-13.
  15. ^ "Hope Through Biblical Figures". Spotify. Retrieved 2023-06-13.
  16. ^ "Take A Minute". Spotify. Retrieved 2023-06-13.
  17. ^ "HOPE Israel Tour 2024". hopewithheidi.com. Retrieved 2023-06-09.