Grace Miniseries: Themba Ndala & Siaka Khitha on Faith, Family & Finding Purpose"

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Join host Malefa Bosiu on JustGospel for a powerful conversation with writer-creator Themba Ndala and lead actress Siaka Khitha about their inspiring miniseries "Grace" - a story that authentically portrays the challenges facing young Christians in ministry families.
Themba, drawing from his own experience growing up as a pastor's kid, crafted a narrative that resonates with countless young believers navigating faith, family expectations, and personal dreams. The story follows Grace, a passionate young woman torn between her calling in music ministry and her mother's disapproval of her artistic pursuits.
Key Discussion Points:

The unique pressures faced by pastor's kids and church families
How Grace mirrors real-life struggles of young Christians pursuing the arts
The healing power of storytelling and authentic representation
Siaka's personal connection to the character - losing her supportive mother and facing her father's misunderstanding
The therapeutic acting experience that helped process grief and trauma
Working with an all-musician cast including Maduba, Siche, and Lebo Sekgobela
Production challenges and divine intervention during filming

Personal Transformation:
Siaka shares how portraying Grace became a healing journey, forcing her to confront stored emotions about her mother's death and find peace through the process.
"When Themba approached me and explained Grace, I was like 'who told you about my life?' This was exactly what I was going through." - Siaka Khitha
This episode celebrates authentic Christian storytelling that doesn't shy away from real struggles while pointing toward hope and healing.
Event Details: Grace miniseries premieres August 22nd at New Metro Empress Palace, Kempton Park. Tickets available on web tickets.
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25 Jul 2025 English South Africa Christianity · Religion & Spirituality

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