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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!

Every day, The Heritage Foundation is building an America where freedom, opportunity, prosperity, and civil society flourish.

Heritage’s mission is to formulate and promote public policies based on the principles of free enterprise, limited government, individual freedom, traditional American values, and a strong national defense.

Genevieve Wood of the Heritage Foundation joins us today to talk about the results of the 2024 Presidential Election. She talks about Democrat and Republican reactions to the results, and speculates about the incoming administration.

The Heritage Foundation

John Moore Associates helps clients plan their finances according to biblical principles. They bring a servant’s heart to all they do, with caring, attentive, proactive, and responsive service to their clients and colleagues. They consistently find real solutions to clients’ challenges to optimize stewardship.

Brian Cochran joins us for a discussion on the way the election has affected (and will continue to affect) the financial markets in the US.

Principled Financial Planners | John Moore Associates

Dr. Sharen Ford helps raise awareness of the need for adoptive families to provide loving and stable homes for the waiting children in the U.S. foster care system through Focus on the Family’s Wait No More events. She also makes post-placement resources available for adoptive families.

Today, she joins us alongside Clay and Michelle Schroff to talk about an upcoming foster and respite training meeting at Calvary Church. They share their collective experiences serving children and information about foster and respite ministry.