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After the final Gubernatorial Debate in New Mexico prior to the November election, Paul Guessing, President of the Rio Grande Foundation, reviews what was discussed. He also reminds us to register, vote and consider the various issues that will be addressed on the ballot.

Hope Mommies helps every family who experiences infant loss find community, grief resources and ultimately the Hope of Christ which is the unfailing anchor. Albuquerque Chapter President, Erlina Tribou, and Treasurer, Erica Steel share testimonies, struggles and hope.

New Mexico Business Coalition’s President, Carla Sonntag provides an update on legislative activity at the Round House in Santa Fe, New Mexico. Topics include upcoming Constitutional Amendment proposals we will see on the ballot in November, as well as information regarding Paid Sick Leave and the Paid Medical Family Leave Act.

Local Public Relations agency The Garrity Group lends their Vice President, Andie Mercer, to ABQ Connect for an update on activity at the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta. We hear about the history of the Balloon Fiesta and what to expect the the remainder of this year’s event.

Scott Thom of Cross Christian Fellowship joins us to talk about and upcoming Marriage Seminar at Cross Fellowship. He also reminds us about the Shepherd’s School, a ministry training program that is preparing the next generation of Christian men to lead.

David Jones is the President of the Board for Christian Association of Parent Educators New Mexico (CAPE-NM). In addition to sharing the history of this organization, David brings details about their current support for families in New Mexico as well as information about CAPE-NM events like the annual convention, ‘CAPE at the Capitol’, the ‘Back to School Picnic’ and ‘Fall Retreat’.