Brigitte Donahoe on Faith, Songwriting, and Finding Common Ground

Host Jesse Jackson opens a B-side episode of Set Lusting Bruce with musician and worship leader Brigitte Donahoe, who shares her journey from growing up in Atlantic City, Las Vegas, California, and Michigan to becoming a songwriter, wife, and homeschooling mom of two. Brigitte discusses her eclectic influences (’90s rock/ska, R&B vocalists, and later country), her complicated early church experience, and a pivotal youth conference encounter that brought her back to faith. She describes starting songwriting at 14, releasing her first EP Restored, and performing at festivals, churches, and Christian nights at local bars. She also reflects on “Cherish Moments,” her grief-inspired song “Keep On,” her desire to make rock music, and her hope for more listening and grace in the church.

https://brigittedonoho.com/home

00:00 B-Side Welcome

01:14 Meet Brigitte

01:59 Growing Up Musical

03:30 Country Music Conversion

05:34 Faith Roots and Doubts

07:14 Choosing Belief

11:14 Music Takes Over

12:52 Songwriting Calling

15:23 Going Pro in Music

16:26 Through His Eyes Story

18:06 Faith and Politics Divide

20:34 Church Needs Grace

22:37 Assume Good Intent

22:59 Cherish Moments Talk

24:05 Better Days Mindset

26:06 Starting Live Gigs

26:57 Missing The CD Era

28:11 Dreaming Of Rock

30:25 Touring As A Family

31:52 Songs That Heal Grief

36:34 Farewell And Housekeeping

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices