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Brenda Huerta, who is a Counselor at Focus on the Family, joins us to talk about how parents can maintain relationships with their adult children.

She talks about the power of parents praying for their kids, how to handle and overcome estrangement, and the value of respect and communication, among other topics.

 

 

Karen Lafferty of the Mosaic Music and Arts Cafe in Santa Fe joins us. She shares information about their upcoming Christmas Concert, which will feature a multicultural and multidisciplinary artistic showcase. There will be multiple forms of music and dance represented. Food will also be provided.

The Mosaic Music and Arts Cafe is a fellowship of creators and enjoyers of art who are united by a shared love of Christ. They have frequent events that are enjoyed by residents of Santa Fe and the surrounding areas.

 

Mosaic Music & Arts Cafe | Facebook

Jenni Beadle & Andrew York of the Child Evangelism Fellowship join us today. Child Evangelism Fellowship brings the Gospel to children in schools- many of whom have no other interaction with Christianity.

Jenni and Andrew talk about the vision of CEF, and then talk about the Christmas Party Clubs that CEF will be facilitating. They talk about how to get involved with the work of CEF and with the Christmas Party Clubs in particular- both by volunteering and donating.

Home – Child Evangelism Fellowship

Brian Nixon is the Chief Academic Officer for Veritas International University. He is also the co-host of “Paratus”- a podcast that discusses theological and doctrinal topics. He shares information about Veritas and also discusses “Paratus” and the importance of engaging thoughtfully with complicated doctrinal matters. He talks about the past season of Paratus, which just ended, and also details the upcoming season.

 

Paratus

Joni and Friends provides support, community, and ministry to those with disabilities. Founded by Joni Earickson Tada, herself a person with a disability, this ministry is characterized by empath, compassion, and a heart for the gospel.

Today, we are joined by Mary Gray Perdue, of Joni and Friends New Mexico, along with Brady Flag and his parents, Julie and Powell. Brady talks about his experiences with Joni and Friends through their recent family retreat.

New Mexico | Joni and Friends

Bishop Daniel grew up in the ministry of GFA World. His parents, K.P. and Gisela Yohannan founded GFA World (then called Gospel for Asia) when Daniel was 3 years old. As his parents kept a demanding ministry schedule, Daniel and his younger sister traveled with them to Asia every summer visiting different areas of the mission field. One of the most creative and effective ministry projects designed to help the poor in South Asia and African countries is the GFA World Christmas Critter Campaign! Bishop Daniel tells how God transforms people’s lives through GFA World missionaries as they share these sustaining Christmas Critter gifts, and the loving gospel of Jesus. You can help GFA World by purchasing a pair of chickens, goats, a sewing machine, a Jesus well, or many other options by clicking on the Christmas Critter Campaign banner at https://www.klyt.fm/.

Ray Mondragon of the Creation Science Fellowship of New Mexico joins us to talk about the release of his new book, “Science! Is God Shouting?”

He expounds one of the chapters in the book, in which he traces the passages that show God involving himself in creation, in the form of miracles as well as through other means. He uses this narrative to outline a biblical view of science and its purpose and theological significance.

Science! Is God Shouting? — Ray Mondragon — True Grace Books

 

Creation Science Fellowship of New Mexico

Desiree Woodland is the President Emeritus of “Breaking The Silence NM”, an organization that promotes mental health literacy, advocacy, and well-being for teens, youth, and adults through education and personal testimony.

Desiree talks with us about the loss of her own son and the book she wrote about her experience (entitled “I Still Believe”), the “Talking Mental Health” curriculum she has developed, and the Survivor of Suicide support group that meets both virtually and in-person the 2nd and 4th Saturdays and 3rd Mondays of each month.

 

Breaking the Silence New Mexico

Danny and Lisa Andazola have been married for over 40 years. Their dating and preparation for marriage story is unique as they chose to honor God and each other through the process!  Lisa said, “A woman never wants to tell her man no. Danny never put me in a position to say no while we were dating.” If you are considering dating or are currently in a relationship you will be encouraged by Danny and Lisa’s courtship story! Wait until you hear about their first kiss on their wedding altar!  This is a fun interview!