Episode 104 - The Story Behind the Red Letter Awards In this episode of the Faith and Family Filmmakers podcast, Geoff interviews Carla Jackson, founder of the Red Letter Awards. Carla shares her journey from overcoming personal life challenges, including severe burns, a near death experience,  and the loss of family.  The conversation touches on Karla's ministry and the impactful work of the Red Letter Awards, including honoring veterans and supporting diverse artistic expressions. As Karla discusses plans for expanding the event and its outreach, she calls for support and collaboration within the body of Christ.Highlights Include: Welcome and IntroductionBackground and CallingPersonal Testimony and Early Life ChallengesOvercoming AdversityFaith JourneyRed Letter AwardsVirtual AwardsA New Beginning in TennesseeHonoring Veterans and Outreach InitiativesDiverse Categories and Voting ProcessThe Awards ShowFuture Plans and Call for SupportWe Are One BodyBio:Karla Jackson is a dynamic force of inspiration,  known for her profound ability to connect with audiences through her roles as a Bible teacher, author, storyteller, and author, singer, and podcaster. As the visionary founder of the Red Letter Awards,  Carla celebrates extraordinary individuals who embody the spirit of faith and resilience. With 21 years of ministry experience and a rich background in promoting world culture, Carla brings a unique and spirit filled perspective to her work.She speaks powerfully on overcoming life's greatest challenges, including death, fear, abandonment, racism, hate,  and the personal trials of living with third degree burns. Her authentic and heartfelt storytelling resonates deeply, offering hope and encouragement  through the love of Jesus.Red Letter Awards Website: https://redletterawards.com/Content Christian Media Conference 1-Day Event https://www.christianmediaconference.com/content1day-programVIP Producers Mentorship Program: https://www.faffassociation.com/vip-producers-mentorshipThe Faith & Family Filmmakers podcast helps filmmakers who share a Christian worldview stay in touch, informed, and inspired. Releasing new episodes every week, we interview experts from varying fields of filmmaking; from screenwriters, actors, directors, and producers, to film scorers,  talent agents, and distributors. It is produced and hosted by Geoffrey Whitt and Jaclyn Whitt , and is brought to you by the Faith & Family Filmmakers Association Support Faith & Family Filmmakers Our mission is to help filmmakers who share a Christian Worldview stay in touch, informed, and inspired. If you would like to assist with the costs of producing this podcast, you can help by leaving a tip.Get Email Notifications Enter the Faith & Family Screenwriting Awards festival Faith and Family Screenwriting Academy: https://www.faffassociation.com/Script Notes and Coaching: https://www.faffassociati