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22 Oct Jodi Hendricks

Posted at 11:19h in Children, Discussion, Events, Faith, Family, Life, Local Issues, Ministry, Parenting, Politics, Public Policy by ABQ Connect 0 Comments

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Jodi Hendricks with the New Mexico Family Action Movement joins us to talk about the organization’s mission and how they’re empowering families and communities across the state. She shares ways to get involved through volunteer opportunities and highlights key initiatives such as the Christian Action...

13 Oct Shelly Repp

Posted at 13:00h in Community, Human Trafficking, Parenting, prevention, Safety by ABQ Connect 0 Comments

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Shelly Repp is the Director of the New Mexico Dream Center, a not-for-profit 501(c)3 agency that exists to help end human trafficking in New Mexico. Shelley says as many as 25% of unhoused people living in Albuquerque are unaccompanied youth and adolescents. In this episode,...

02 Oct Paula Gonzales & Jennifer Ward

Posted at 13:30h in Abortion, Children, Family, Parenting, Women by ABQ Connect 0 Comments

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Today we’re joined by Jennifer Ward and Paula Gonzales, directors of CareNet Pregnancy Centers of Albuquerque, to discuss how they support women facing unplanned pregnancies. From compassionate conversations to practical assistance, CareNet offers a wide range of services—including counseling, parenting classes, and material support—that walk...

25 Sep Deana Thayer

Posted at 13:00h in Bible, Children, Culture, Encouragement, Faith, Family, Parenting by ABQ Connect 0 Comments

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Deana Thayer from Focus on the Family joins ABQ Connect to discuss the often-overlooked topic of blended families—now a reality for over 40% of the population. In this insightful conversation, Deana sheds light on the unique challenges and blessings of step-parenting, offering practical wisdom and...

24 Sep Jodi Hendricks

Posted at 13:00h in Bible, Children, Community, Discussion, Education, Faith, Family, Local Issues, Parenting, Uncategorized by ABQ Connect 0 Comments

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Jodi Hendricks joins us from the NM Family Action Movement to discuss the heart of the organization: life, family and religious freedom in NM and how they believe these values will encourage and uplift families and in turn, uplift our state. We also dive in...

18 Sep Emerson Collins

Posted at 13:00h in Bible, Children, Community, Education, Faith, Holidays, Parenting, Youth by ABQ Connect 0 Comments

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Emerson Collins, Program Manager of Parenting and Youth at Focus on the Family, joins ABQ Connect to talk about the upcoming "Bring Your Bible to School Day." He shares the history behind the event, its continued relevance, and how it empowers students to boldly live...

05 Sep Zach Mettler

Posted at 13:00h in Abortion, Bible, Children, Discussion, Faith, Family, Life, Local Issues, Maternity, Medical, Parenting, Politics, Women by ABQ Connect 0 Comments

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We're joined by Zachary Mettler of the Daily Citizen to unpack his recent article on the Trump Administration’s “One Big Beautiful Bill” and its impact on the defunding of Planned Parenthood. In this episode, we explore what the legislation entails, how it aims to redirect...

28 Aug Dee Dee Jones and Peggy Padilla Burns

Posted at 13:00h in Abortion, Adoption, Children, Community, Faith, Family, Life, Parenting by ABQ Connect 1 Comment

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Dee Dee Jones and Peggy Padilla Burns from Alongside Ministries join us to share the heart behind their organization. In this episode, we explore their mission, who they serve, and the impactful programs they offer for mentees seeking support and guidance. Dee Dee and Peggy...

27 Aug Jodi Hendricks

Posted at 13:00h in Children, Discussion, Education, Faith, Family, Health, Life, Parenting by ABQ Connect 0 Comments

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Jodi Hendricks from the New Mexico Family Action Movement joins us to talk about a new initiative called My Kid, My Choice. This initiative is focused on protecting parental rights and ensuring that families—not government agencies—have the primary say in their children’s upbringing, education, and...

22 Aug Dr. Danny Huerta

Posted at 13:00h in Children, Community, Education, Encouragement, Faith, Family, Parenting by ABQ Connect 0 Comments

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Dr. Danny Huerta from Focus on the Family joins the conversation to help parents prepare for the challenges of the back-to-school season. As over 55 million children head back to school, families face increased stress from shifting routines, academic demands, and extracurricular schedules. Dr. Huerta...