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Towns Shop is a locally-owned full-service hair salon open for business at 1115 Central Avenue NW, Albuquerque, NM  87102. Co-Owners Bree Barela and Brittney Moreno love their customers. “The business we have made is one that is so special to us because not only are we caring for our clients, but we are networking with other business owners. We love relationships. It is all about relationships for us!”

To book an appointment, call 505-433-5861 or on the web at https://townsshop.co/.

Fran and Murray Byrne have been married for 32 years. They open up about their marriage to show us how they continue to grow and build on their relationship. Fran said, “No matter how many things have gone on in your marriage, there is always hope because God can change it around!”  Fran and Murray will be working with couples at the Parenting and Marriage Enrichment Workshop coming up Friday, October 9, from 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm, and Saturday, October 10, from 8:30 am to 3:30 pm at Calvary Church, 4001 Osuna Rd. NE, Albuquerque, NM  87109. Sign-up by following this link: https://calvarynm.church/connect/events/event/?event_id=3689.

Family Policy Alliance of New Mexico Executive Director, Vince Torres says, “Science is now catching up to what the scripture has long told us about when life begins. More people than ever before are now identifying as pro-life.”  The Family Policy Alliance has many resources available to help people prepare to vote!  For more information, go to https://familypolicyalliance.com/.

Vince discusses the following topics on today’s show:  politics, right to life issues, parental, rights, education, and threats to our religious freedoms.

 

If you are looking for a new school for your children, take a close look at the Legacy Academy “Silverbacks.” Legacy Church Assistant Pastor, Daniel McCabe, discusses the “Biblical world view” approach and the commitment to excellence in education to be found at the Legacy Academy. Click on the links for more information.

Ali Ennenga, Candidate for District 15, New Mexico House of Representatives, shares her ideas about how New Mexico Public Schools can improve education for our children. Ali is a former elementary and middle school teacher, and she holds a master’s degree in education. According the 2019 Kids Count Data Book, released by the Annie E. Casey Foundation, New Mexico currently ranks #50 in the United States for child well being and education. For more information about Ali and her ideas, go to https://alifornm.com/platform/.

Awaken Church is new to Rio Rancho. They are meeting Sundays in the CrossFit Rio Rancho Gym at 541 Quantum Rd., Rio Rancho, NM 87124. Services times are 4:00 pm and 5:30 pm. Pastors Justin Chaplin, Chris Franklin, and Matt Flores each have a story about how God brought them to  Awaken Church! It’s time for some Word and a Workout!

Antonio and Tamra Aragon share their personal story with us about how their faith in Jesus directs their marriage. Romance is in the air as Tamra describes how Antonio swept her off her feet by talking to her Dad to ask permission to date her. The couple works in ministry together at Calvary Church.  Antonio is an Assistant Pastor, and Tamra leads Worship.

Former Pharmacist Dr. Sean Navin has left the world of Pharmacy because he believes treating Type 2 Diabetes is treated more effectively by helping people make lifestyle changes in the way they eat and exercise. He says, “medications are a useful tool for many people, but they should not be used as the tool every time.”  Click on  Dr. Navin Transformation for more information.

Rio Grande Foundation President Paul Gessing is busy helping New Mexicans get ready for the election by ensuring we have information about the economic issues facing New Mexico.  Follow these topics with links to additional information: