Hostage! Turning Trauma to Triumph

In this episode of the Christian Wellbeing Show, host Michelle is joined by Jose Pereira, a former CEO of Citgo Petroleum, who was wrongfully imprisoned in Venezuela for five years along with five of his colleagues, the group known as the Citgo 6. 

Jose details his harrowing experience of being held as a political pawn by a Communist regime, the harsh conditions of solitary confinement, and how he survived through faith in God and support from his family.

He shares how he smuggled letters to write his book, 'From Hero to Villain', and how his experience led him to become a coach and an advocate for hostages worldwide. Jose also discusses his newfound faith and purpose, his involvement in church and advocacy groups, and offers powerful advice for those facing their own adversities.

ABOUT THE HOST

A master of transition and cross-cultural expert, for over 35 years Michelle’s Christian faith and ministry have led her to live and serve with her husband in six countries on three continents and have over 50 homes. Originally from the UK, Rev. Dr. Michelle earned a Doctorate in Ministry (D.Min), with specialisms in Cross Cultural Mission and Natural Health & Nutrition. She was ordained as a minister by Church For The Nations, Arizona, USA. With huge experience of personal trauma, she is certified in grief, crisis and trauma counselling, is a trauma awareness trainer, Animal-Assisted-Therapy & Activities (AAT/AAA) certified, and a CPTSD survivor. She is author of the book, ‘Surviving Trauma, Crisis & Grief’, printed in English and Mandarin Chinese, and endorsed by US traumatologist and author, the late Dr H Norman Wright, formerly one of America's most prominent Christian counsellors. Michelle is a ministry co-founder, speaker, truth-teller, voice for freedom, advocate for the family, and has a passion for natural, healthy living and seeing people’s lives improved. She homeschooled her three children, has ten grandchildren, is an artist, dog lover and keen gardener with a love for self-sufficiency.

Disclaimer: I am not a medical doctor and it is recommended that you speak to your GP, doctor, or health professional of your choice regarding any medical concerns you may have.

ABOUT THE GUEST

Jose Pereira is an author, coach, speaker, and survivor. His life’s work is a testament to the power of resilience, determination, faith, and the enduring strength of family. In 2017, his life took an

unimaginable turn when he and his colleagues were wrongfully imprisoned in Venezuela while he served as a C-suite executive at CITGO, one of the world’s largest oil and gas companies. For five long years, Jose faced solitary confinement, isolation from the world, and constant uncertainty. Yet, even in those darkest moments, he discovered a light that kept him going—the unwavering love of his family and his deep- rooted faith in God.

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