Faye Abbas | Ep. 154

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About this Episode

What’s it like to homeschool when you’re completely blind? Zan welcomes Faye Abbas—musician, mom, and pioneer—who homeschooled her two sons for 15 years without sight. Zan and Faye share stories from their decades-long friendship and God’s faithfulness through every challenge. From boarding school memories to late-night lesson planning, Faye’s journey is full of grit, humor, and hope. Be inspired to trust God with every obstacle and embrace the calling He’s placed on your heart.

Meet My Guest

Faye Abbas homeschooled both of her sons from kindergarten through high school. Her oldest son is a pediatrician. Her second son was accepted into the elite Navy SEALs program, but sustained an injury and had to dismiss himself. He is now an intensive care cardiac nurse. Faye is the grandmother to three beautiful little girls, and both sons and their wives intend to homeschool their children. Faye and her twin sister were born prematurely and placed immediately in incubators. Faye’s vision was destroyed because of incorrect oxygen settings in her incubator. Being blind never stopped Faye from accomplishing any of her goals. She graduated from Furman University with a major in church music and was the only student to receive a standing ovation during the graduation ceremony. Faye attended Southern Seminary in Louisville, Kentucky, as a church music major and won an award as the outstanding student. After graduation she eventually moved to Nashville and sang at concerts and crusades around the country for the Southern Baptist Convention. Faye married Richard in 1986, and they settled in California. Faye served as the president of her homeschool group in Woodland for many years. She continues to teach private piano and voice lessons and serves on the praise and worship team for her church.

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• BJU Press Homeschool

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