Introduction
Karen Covell chats with Kim Moeller.
Welcome to the Generous Girl podcast! On this episode, Kim welcomes Karen Covell, founder of the Hollywood Prayer Network and a producer of specials and documentaries.
A Monthly Prayer Group HPN
Karen shares how a monthly prayer group grew into 170 chapters in 42 countries, and why she believes prayer can build a bridge between the church and Hollywood.
Medical Challenges
She also tells the story of her son’s brain tumor at age eight and the miracles that surrounded his surgery. She recalls a surprising interview with Hugh Hefner that taught her that everyone has a story.
Join Us
Join us for a conversation about creativity, mission, and living generously with your time, talent, and treasure.
Guests Recommendations: Hollywood Prayer Network (HPN) and its new app
HPN 25th Anniversary Gala
Romans 12:11–13 Imagine Heaven by John Burke Dollar Tree greeting cards Outline:
- (00:01) Introducing Karen Covell and the Hollywood Prayer Network
- (01:52) Starting a prayer group and bridging the church and Hollywood(05:27) Growing to 170 chapters in 42 countries(08:19) Creativity as part of being made in God’s image(13:03) How faith-based film has changed in Hollywood(15:59) AI and independent filmmaking(16:49) Vision for the next 10 years(19:33) Hollywood and California as a mission field(21:20) Her son’s brain tumor and the power of prayer(26:11) Near-death experiences and Imagine Heaven(28:57) Meeting Hugh Hefner: everyone has a story(36:35) Favorite verse: Romans 12:11–13, and practicing hospitality(38:01) Bargain: Dollar Tree greeting cards
