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Ray Mondragon is a Bible and creation science teacher with Christian Science Fellowship and Chafer Theological Seminary. “Miracles” are the topic of our conversation in this episode. Ray defines miracles as “God deliberately demonstrating His glory and His ability to go beyond the natural realm. He is beyond creation. He is the creator.” For more information, go to http://forhisglorynm.com/ or http://www.csfnm.org/.

Judge Vance Day is the President of Promise Keepers, and Dennis Poper is the Co-Chair of New Mexico Men of Honor. The two ministries are working together to unite, equip, and encourage men in New Mexico. New Mexico Men of Honor is hosting quarterly events that focus on worship, prayer, and Bible teaching. Their next event is Friday, April 30, 2021, at New Beginnings Church, 4770 Montgomery Blvd. NE, Albuquerque, NM. Food trucks at 5:00 pm, worship starts at 6:30 pm. Judge Vance Day will be the featured speaker at this month’s event. The event is FREE. Find out more at https://www.nmmenofhonor.com/.

Promise Keepers Men’s Conference 2021: July 16-17, AT&T Stadium, Home of the Dallas Cowboys. Sign up at https://promisekeepers.org/.

Charlotte Rose Marie is a Christian singer-songwriter. Her song “The One Who Saves” is now available on most major music streaming platforms. Charlotte said,  “I have never written a song so raw in my life. Some of the actual lyrics are from my diary extract written the night I got a letter from my husband saying he wanted a divorce. The way I write all my songs is pretty much a direct extract out of my journal. I pour everything I have in there. It is very personal when I write my music. It is very much me sharing my heart with whoever will listen.”

Listen to “The One Who Saves” at https://www.charlotterosemarie.com/.

Brian, Katherine, and Nelson invite us to be a “Student for an Evening” to experience onsite classes, review course materials and discuss Calvary College with currently enrolled students.  Join Calvary College at 6:30 pm in the Plex on Monday, April 12, for Theology with Dr. Nelson Walker; Tuesday, April 13, for The History and Authenticity of the Bible with Dr. Brian Nixon; or Thursday, April 15, for Spiritual Foundations with Dr. Nelson Walker. Registration is required. Visit calvarynm.church/events to register.  Katherine Gardner is the Registrar for Calvary College. Call 505-344-0880, and ask for Calvary College.

Talking about end-of-life issues is difficult. Gail Rubin calls herself a “Death Educator.” She is the author of three books on planning for end-of-life issues:

All bring a light touch to what many consider a dark topic. Find out more at https://agoodgoodbye.com/.

Good Friday at Calvary Church Osuna Campus is a  special day to make a life-saving donation of blood with Vitalant. From 8:00 am to 3:00 pm, Vitalant will be in the HUB taking blood donations. Walk-ins are welcome. Tiffany is the Special Events Coordinator for Calvary Church. Lake is a Donor Recruitment Representative with Vitalant. Good Friday, April 2, 2021, you can donate blood with Vitalant in the HUB at Calvary Church from 8:00 am to 3:00 pm. COVID Safe practices will be in place, plus you will earn a $5 gift card from SOPO Coffee Shop. To sign up in advance to go to https://calvarynm.church/ and click on the Events tab. HAPPY EASTER!

Steve Reimann is the Program Engineer for ABQ Connect. He helps review the plans for Easter Weekend at Calvary Church and the “asks” presented by our charity partners on ABQ Connect. Click on these links to listen to our latest interviews with Feed New Mexico Kids. Joni and Friends, GFA World, Duke City Recovery Toolbox, Care Net.  Steve shares a personal story about how a life-saving blood donation to United Blood Services (now Vitalant) helped save his first grandchild. Blood is truly the gift of life.

He is so rich in kindness and grace that he purchased our freedom with the blood of his Son and forgave our sins. Ephesians 1:7 NLT

Manuel Gonzales is serving his second term as our Bernalillo County Sheriff. He has announced he is considering a run for Mayor of Albuquerque this year. In June 2020, the President began deploying federal law enforcement to select cities in the United States in response to rioting and monument removals amid the George Floyd protests. Federal law enforcement was deployed under Operation Legend, Operation Diligent Valor, and the Protecting American Communities Task Force (PACT). Sheriff Gonzales refused to politicize the Federal Government’s help, and his cooperation with the FBI, Homeland Security, and the U.S. Marshalls Office resulted in a reduction in crime in New Mexico.

Pastor Matt Moffett invites our listeners to Los Padillas Community Center on March 29 & 30 for a free Dental Clinic hosted by Mira Consulting.  Services include exams, x-rays, cleanings, fluoride, desensitization, and sealants. Call 505-898-2797 to make an appointment. All services are FREE. Matt is the Community Liason with Calvary Church.

Calvary Church is hosting a “Share Your Faith” evangelism workshop on April 17, 2021. Register at https://store.evangelismexplosion.org/p-1995-share-your-faith-at-calvary-church-albuquerque.aspx. These are the major concepts to be discussed at the workshop:

  • Heaven is Free
  • Man is a sinner
  • God is loving and just.
  • Jesus: Who He is what he did.
  • Faith: What it is and what it is not.

Brian is a Certified Financial Planner and a partner with John Moore Associates. He has Co-Authored two books. The Almighty and the Dollar: A Lifestyle of Generosity and In Succession: A Step-By-Step Journey for Continuity. Brian said, “The Almighty & the Dollar provides insight into how you can experience satisfaction and confidence about your finances.” In Succession describes the emotional journey of Succession—one that requires intentionality, humility, and a plan to transition smoothly.” Go to https://www.johnmoore.com/books/.