Vanessa DeSilvio

Episode Description

What happens when faith meets a dry season? In this powerful conversation, Ashley and Kevin welcome Vanessa DeSilvio, the actress behind the Samaritan woman at the well in The Chosen, to talk about calling, obedience, and hope in seasons of waiting. From her roots in a Venezuelan family to years of training in theater and dance, Vanessa shares how God has shaped her journey both on and off the screen.

Vanessa reflects on the spiritual weight of portraying Photina, how that role changed the way she sees Jesus, and why vulnerability in real life can be even harder than stepping into a character. She opens up about motherhood, identity beyond acting, navigating career dry spells, and trusting God when the next step is unclear. This episode also touches on her heart for Venezuela, the power of creativity, and the stirring she feels to step into motivational speaking as part of her next season.

If you have ever felt stuck, uncertain, or spiritually dry, this conversation will remind you that you can always come back to the well. Faith is not about getting it right once. It is about returning again and again. If you need hope, encouragement, and a fresh spark for your journey, you will find it here on Hope Ignited.