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The Ruiz Family, and the Williams Family have been part of the same Kinship Group (Connect Group) for over 30 years. Their families have truly lived life together!

Today’s show will be emotional! It will be an expression of love, remembering Angelo Ruiz who moved to heaven February 27, 2021. The unimaginable loss of child, the loss of a parent, and talking about how these friends have supported one another, and trusted God through the many challenges of life is the focus of this interview!

 

Psalm 46:1: God is our refuge and strength, always ready to help in time of trouble.

Ethel Maharg from Love Life joins us today. Love Life aims to mobilize the Christian Church to take an active role in the pro-life movement and the fight to end abortion.

She details the upcoming “Walk for Life” event- a fundraising event that directly supports the efforts of Love Life.

LOVE LIFE

Genevieve Wood of the Heritage Foundation joins us to break down Brett Baier’s interview with Kamala Harris. She breaks down Harris’s talking points relating to immigration and the policies implemented during Joe Biden’s term as president, as well as her attempt to differentiate herself from Joe Biden.

 

The Heritage Foundation

Michelle and Clay Schroff operate the Foster Parenting and Respite Ministry at Calvary Church. They join us today to talk about this unique ministry and their experience with foster parenting and adoption. They give insights into the myriad ways God can use foster parenting to advance His kingdom, and also share information about upcoming ministry events.

 

 

Real Answers addresses complex cultural issues through the lense of scripture with a focus on the gospel message. Using relevant hot-button issues as a springboard to expound timeless theological truths, host Steve Russo has a unique ministry that encourages, edifies, and captivates his listeners.

Steve joins us for a discussion about his radio show and other projects the “Real Answers” ministry is preparing to launch.

Real Answers with Steve Russo – Real Answers with Steve Russo

The Rio Grande Food Project works to mobilize the community of Albuquerque to address local food insecurity. They do this through food drives, events to raise awareness, and urban garden.

Today, Kathi Cunningham joins us to talk about the upcoming “Hike to End Hunger”- an event that will allow participants to hike in solidarity with those who are struggling, and to inform the community about the problem of hunger and the need to unite to solve this problem.

More Than Just Food – Rio Grande Food Project

Human trafficking is the exploitation of vulnerable people for their bodies and labor. Walk for Freedom on, Saturday, October 19, 2024, 9:30 am, starting at Metamorphi Church, 2518 Eubank Blvd. NE. The FREE event as walkers will be joining thousands of people across hundreds of cities around the world to raise awareness of human trafficking. Becky Harada and Toya Kaplan are two women fighting to protect young people and their families from the perils of human trafficking. Becky Harada is the Founder and Executive Director of Beyond Borders Ministries. Toya Kaplan is the Founder of For the One https://www.fortheone.one/. Register to walk at https://www.a21.org/.

Mary Gray Perdue is the Area Director with Joni and Friends based in New Mexico. The ministry brings practical help and Gospel hope to people with disabilities and their care givers around the world. Here are some opportunities for you coming up provided by Joni and Friends:

 

  • Marriage Getaway coming up November 8th & 9th at the Sheraton Uptown. Hosted by Joni and Friends New Mexico, this Marriage Getaway is designed to strengthen relationships of couples living with the disability of a spouse or child. This retreat helps couples to refresh their relationships, connect with others navigating similar challenges, and renew a Christ-centered basis for lasting love and partnership with one another. Enjoy biblical teaching, special dinners, and community with other couples. Join us for this time of respite and renewal with your spouse. $150 per couple.
  • Respite this Friday, the 25th at Grace Church 6901 San Antonio Dr, 87109. It’s a great time to drop off your kids with disabilities and their siblings so mom and dad can have a break and a date night. FREE
  • Next months respite is on Saturday, November 16th from 2-5 at Trinity at the Marketplace, 2520 Chama St NE 87110. FREE

 

The ministry needs volunteers and year end donors – we have a generous matching gift – so your gift will be doubled! For more information and to donate go to https://www.joniandfriends.org/new-mexico.

 

Jeremy Bannister is the Lead Pastor at Heights Christian Church HCC (www.heightschristian.org). The church is hosting the WORLD VIEW MATTERS conference, Saturday, October 26, 2024, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm,

6935 Comanche Rd NE Albuquerque, NM 87110. The conference will equip you to understand the changing culture of the United States in the light of what the Bible says as the standard of truth. Special guest speakers include:

Registration information is available at www.heightschristian.org.

 

 

Barbara Novak volunteers to oversee the newsletter and help with fundraising, and Tracy Rodden is the Executive Director of Feed New Mexico Kids https://feednmkids.org/. The ministry is supplying New Mexico Kids with food for the weekends. According to the available data, New Mexico has over 90,000 children who are “food insecure.” According to Tracy Rodden this means, “Food insecure children do not know where their next meal is coming from. Barbara and Tracy discuss how simple and affordable it is for churches and businesses to help provide food for their neighborhood children, and see them thrive!  More information about how your organization or you as an individual can help is available by calling 505-252-4341 or online at https://feednmkids.org/.