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🎭 An Evening of Laughter & Classic Comedy Awaits! 
Sightline Theatre invites you to enjoy The Servant of Two Masters, a fast‑paced, crowd‑pleasing comedy performed at Vineyard Church Albuquerque. Come experience witty humor, timeless storytelling, and a fun night of live theatre.

We sit down with Jodi Hendricks of NMFAM and Pastor Derek Witt Metamorphi Church to discuss the critical cultural moment facing New Mexico and why the Church can’t afford to disengage. The conversation explores the “why”—biblical citizenship, real challenges pastors face, and leading with courage rooted in discipleship, not politics—and the “what”: the EQUIP Summit, a practical, pastor‑focused gathering to encourage, equip, and connect leaders with tools and ongoing support.

If you’re a pastor, church leader, or believer wondering how to faithfully lead in today’s culture, this conversation is for you. Learn why EQUIP matters, who should attend, and how to get registered.

Van Mylar, Vice President of Client Strategy and Growth of Apex Media Partners, joins the conversation to discuss the trend of Christian colleges closing campuses while expanding online programs, and how these shifts are shaping new ways to teach and engage a biblical worldview.

Apex Media – Media Partners

Frank Turek of Cross Examined discusses his upcoming tour stop at the University of New Mexico in Albuquerque, previewing an event focused on faith, evidence, and open dialogue.

CrossExamined.org – Your source for Christian Apologetics | We are a Christian Apologetic Ministry founded in 2006

On this episode of ABQ Connect, we sit down with Shelley Repp of the New Mexico Dream Center to discuss the urgent reality of human trafficking in our state and a powerful upcoming event designed to open eyes and inspire action. Shelley shares details about the immersive “New Mexico Human Trafficking Experience” happening April 25, along with real stories that reveal how trafficking affects vulnerable individuals right here in our communities. We also explore how the Dream Center is bringing hope and restoration through safe housing, outreach, and long-term support for survivors. Most importantly, listeners will learn practical ways to get involved—whether through attending the event, giving, volunteering, or simply raising awareness. This is a conversation that moves beyond information to invitation—because awareness leads to action, and action leads to change.

Emma Waters and Steve Reimann go inside the controversy: How the Biden DOJ Went After Pro‑Lifers! A troubling alliance between the Biden Justice Department and abortion‑activist groups, raising alarms about government overreach and the targeting of pro‑life Christians. Let’s talk about how believers need to consider how faith, free speech, and the sanctity of life are being challenged in today’s legal and cultural battles—and why staying informed and prayerfully engaged matters now more than ever.

Glenn T. Stanton sits with Steve Reimann to discuss his article that looks at the global fertility decline and highlights evidence showing that Christian sexual ethics—faithful marriage, commitment, and openness to family—are far more life‑giving than today’s permissive cultural norms. It invites believers to see how God’s design for marriage and family not only honors Him but also helps sustain future generations—an encouraging conversation worth tuning into and sharing.

Natasha is joined in the studio by Stan and Lisa Atcitty to share updates from the Indigenous Ministry at Calvary Church. They discuss the upcoming Gathering at Calvary Westside, highlighting its purpose and community impact, and give a preview of other ministry plans and events scheduled for 2026.