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My Faith and Me

Series 1

Episode 4: June Sarpong

Duration: 58 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC One WestLatest broadcast: on BBC Two Northern Ireland HD

In the last of our special programmes to mark Advent, TV presenter and human rights campaigner June Sarpong embarks on a highly personal journey to explore the roots of her strong spiritual beliefs.

Unflinching in her honesty, June guides us through her life story, talking publicly for the first time about her unique take on spirituality, her relationship with God and how her faith guided her through her darkest times. As a teenager, she was involved in a life-threatening road accident which saw her hospitalised for a year. Then her beloved older brother committed suicide. On both occasions, she relied heavily on her religion to help her cope, finding solace in the support provided by her church congregation.

Part travelogue, part celebrity biography, the programme offers thought-provoking insights into what it means to have faith in the 21st century and is a fascinating tale of joy, hope and spiritual awakening that will resonate with everyone in the build-up to Christmas. Show less

Contributors

Presenter:
June Sarpong
Narrator:
Grace Dunne
Production Coordinator:
Josie Downing
Production Manager:
Julie Richardson
Off-line editing:
Nick Whenham
On-line editing:
Adam Stokes
Executive Producer:
Alan Holland
Series Producer:
Debb Swindells
Director:
Graham Smiles
Producer:
Graham Smiles
Production Company:
7 Wonder Productions

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