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25 Aug

Posted at 13:00h in Faith, Health, Nutrition by
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  • Can your faith and the Word of God help direct your relationship with food?
  • What effect do artificial sweeteners have on your body?
  • Why do diets often fail to help people lose weight?
  • Are alkaline, ionized, and electrolyte waters worth the investment to maintain your health?

These are just a few of the questions Registered Dietitian, Jennifer Bryant, RD, LD, CDES, answers for us in this episode of ABQ Connect. The Nourished Nutrition Counseling website, located at https://nourishednutritioncounseling.com/, offers free resources, including healthy and delicious recipes, as well as Jennifer’s newsletter, “Food and Faith to Fuel Your Health!”

22 Aug

Posted at 13:00h in Community, Culture, Discussion, Faith, Freedom by
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Jeff Johnson, Focus on the Family‘s Culture and Policy Analyst joins us to discuss concerns about attacks on churches across the nation, which clocked in at over 400 in 2024. These attacks serving as a significant threat to religious freedom in the U.S., underlining the need for stronger protection for houses of worship. The discussion underscores the role of governmental bodies and civic institutions in upholding First Amendment rights, prosecuting offenses against religious communities, and fostering a culture that respects spiritual institutions and values.

22 Aug

Posted at 13:00h in Bible, Discipleship, Discussion, Encouragement, Faith, Family, Life by
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Genevieve Wood with Focus on the Family and the Daily Signal, reflects on how James Dobson—a towering figure in the Christian conservative movement—shaped not just her worldview, but her personal journey. While many millennials recount painful memories of “purity culture” and institutions like Focus on the Family, Wood shares a different perspective. She credits Dobson’s enduring message of traditional family values with helping her pursue what she describes as the “success sequence”: finishing school, entering the workforce, marrying before having children—a formula she believes fostered both stability and fulfillment. Additionally, Wood takes aim at critics like the Southern Poverty Law Center, who’ve labeled institutions Dobson founded (e.g., the Family Research Council, Alliance Defending Freedom) as “hate groups.” She sees this as an intolerant overreach that undermines the positive influence these entities had on her life and many others.

22 Aug

Posted at 13:00h in Business, Discussion, economics, Education, Faith, Finances, Uncategorized by
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Brian Cochran, President of John Moore Associates dives in to help listeners decipher the often-confusing headlines about interest rates. With media coverage frequently speculating on Federal Reserve moves and economic indicators, Brian breaks down what’s really driving interest rate decisions and how these shifts impact everyday Americans—especially investors, homeowners, and small business owners. He offers practical insight into how to respond to rising or falling rates and encourages a long-term, principles-based approach to financial planning amid economic noise.

22 Aug

Posted at 13:00h in Children, Community, Education, Encouragement, Faith, Family, Parenting by
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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 emphasizes the importance of psychological flexibility—a parent’s ability to stay emotionally connected and responsive even amid chaos. He explains what this skill entails, why it’s crucial during times of transition, and how it strengthens parent-child relationships in the long run. The discussion also explores how schools can play a role in helping parents build resilience and navigate seasonal stress in healthy, supportive ways.

15 Aug

Posted at 13:00h in Business, Discussion, economics, Faith, Finances, Investing, Life, Politics by
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Brian Cochran, President of John Moore Associates, joins ABQ Connect for our Friday Financial Update. In this episode, we discuss the latest report on inflation and its potential impact on families, investors, and small businesses as well as reports on CPI consumer price index, PPI producer price index and how to decipher the information. Brian also highlights several valuable financial resources available on the John Moore Associates website, designed to help individuals and businesses make informed financial decisions.

14 Aug

Posted at 13:00h in Community, economics, Education, Local Issues, Politics by
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Paul Gessing with the Rio Grande Foundation joins ABQ Connect to discuss his recent article analyzing Deb Haaland’s current campaign for Governor of New Mexico. He explains the context behind the headline, “Deb Haaland goes full Marxist in recent Tweet,” and offers insight into what voters in New Mexico should consider as the election approaches.

13 Aug

Posted at 13:00h in Armed Forces, Children, Community, Disabled, Events, Faith, Family, Freedom, Military, Veterans by
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Col. Quick with Folds of Honor joins ABQ Connect to share the beginnings, mission and impact of the organization. He also invites listeners to the 10th Annual Patriot Dinner on September 6th — an evening featuring dinner and a silent auction, with all proceeds supporting these life-changing scholarships.

13 Aug

Posted at 13:00h in Culture, Discipleship, Events, Faith, Ministry, Missions Ministry by
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Ray Mondragon and Dave Robbins, leader of Sandia Baptist Church, join us on ABQ Connect to share insights about the upcoming Creation Science Fellowship of New Mexico meeting on August 19th. They also reflect on recent mission trips to Ukraine and Poland, discussing the impact of their work and the spiritual connections made during their travels.

12 Aug

Posted at 13:00h in Discipleship, Encouragement, Ministry by
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Scott Thom is the Senior Pastor of Cross Christian Fellowship, located at 6721 Edith Blvd NE, Suite B, Albuquerque, NM 87113. He is committed to discipling men and training them to serve in the church through the Cross Christian Shepherd School. Pastor Scott said, “I believe there is a distinct need in the Body of Christ for personal discipleship in developing shepherds for God’s flock.”

Retired Albuquerque Police Officer Charles Chavez believes God is calling him to serve, and he is currently a student in the Shepherd School led by Pastor Scott. A major part of the Shepherd School is to teach the importance of integrity and character to future church leaders. In this interview, Pastor Scott and Charles focus on how God builds character in His people and how Christians should love and restore believers when they fail. The Shepherd School is beginning a new 2-year session for men in January 2026.

Training is also available for women in a separate program with Cross Christian Fellowship. For more information, call 505 990-7588 or go to https://www.crossfellowship.org/ (Navigate to Resources and click on Bible College)

Open House Schedule for the Shepherd School: Visit for a short presentation, student testimonies, and Q&A.

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