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08 May

Posted at 13:00h in Children, Community, Culture, Encouragement, Faith, Family, Parenting by
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May is National Foster Care Month, and Focus on the Family is working to expand support for foster families after helping more than 480,000 foster households in 2025. Joining us is Dr. Sharen Ford to discuss how communities can come alongside foster families through the simple ESE framework: Engagement, Support, and Encouragement. Dr. Ford shares practical ways people can help foster families thrive while providing hope and stability for vulnerable children.

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05 May

Posted at 13:30h in Community, Culture, Events, Faith, Family by
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Mike Gomez from U-Turn for Christ joins us in studio to talk about the upcoming 2026 Motorcycle Fundraiser & Bike Run. The custom chopper fundraiser and community bike run will benefit the men’s and women’s ranches operated by U-Turn for Christ New Mexico, supporting recovery, restoration, and faith-based outreach programs across the state.

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05 May

Posted at 13:00h in Community, Entertainment, Faith by
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John Fuller, co‑host of Focus on the Family, joins us to talk about why Christian radio is far from fading away. Despite the rise of podcasts and streaming, new research shows religious radio still reaches nearly all Americans and continues to play a vital role in everyday life. John shares how Christian programming helps people engage culture, grow in faith, and stay connected in ways that go beyond a Sunday service.

04 May

Posted at 13:00h in Community, Law Enforcement by
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Today on ABQ Connect, we welcome Michelle English, a 21‑year veteran and Recruiting Officer with the Albuquerque Police Department, along with Valerie Jameson and Roger Legendre from Stand True for Blue. Together, they share what it means to pursue a calling in law enforcement, the realities of serving today, and how the community can actively support those who protect and serve. Listeners will learn about career opportunities with APD, the recruiting process, and meaningful ways to encourage and stand with law enforcement in Albuquerque.

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01 May

Posted at 13:45h in economics, Faith, Finances, Investing by
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Brian Cochran, President of John Moore Associates, shares wise insight on navigating an inheritance or financial windfall. He unpacks key questions many people face—how to invest, whether you’re obligated to follow how the money was originally managed, and how to move forward thoughtfully. It’s a practical and faith‑centered conversation on handling unexpected resources with clarity and purpose.

01 May

Posted at 13:30h in Awareness, Politics by
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From The Daily Signal, journalist Emma Waters reports on key legislative wins led by Speaker of the House Mike Johnson. The House moved to fund the Department of Homeland Security, clearing the way to end a prolonged shutdown, while also advancing measures on surveillance, immigration enforcement funding, and agricultural policy. The report highlights how tight margins and tough negotiations shaped this pivotal week on Capitol Hill.

01 May

Posted at 13:15h in Faith, Relationships, Sexuality by
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From Daily Citizen by Focus on the Family, writer Glenn T. Stanton examines current cultural conversations around sexuality in the article “Pope Leo Gets It Very Wrong on Sexuality.” Stanton offers a clear, faith‑based perspective, encouraging readers to think carefully about how beliefs, leadership, and biblical convictions intersect in today’s world.

28 Apr

Posted at 13:30h in Business, Community, Creation, Culture, Discipleship, Encouragement, Faith, Life by
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Senior Pastor Aaron Giesler and Josh Em from Grace Church Albuquerque join us today to share about their podcast, The Gospel Works. Today’s conversation focuses on Reclaiming God’s Gift of Work, reminding us that ministry doesn’t only happen in church—it can happen right where you work every day. If you’d like to be featured on their podcast, call 505‑821‑8800.

24 Apr

Posted at 13:00h in economics, Education, Faith, Finances, Investing by
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Sit with Steve Reimann and Brian Cochran from John Moore Associates; in this episode they explore why getting a raise doesn’t always bring the financial peace we expect. The discussion unpacks lifestyle creep—how spending naturally rises with income—and why the issue is often less about money and more about contentment and the heart. Through practical wisdom, biblical perspective, and thoughtful questions, the show challenges listeners to see income increases not just as permission to spend more, but as an opportunity for greater intention, generosity, and faithfulness.

Join us for a thoughtful and down‑to‑earth conversation with Brian Cochran, President of John Moore Associates. Brian dives into what it really means when we “get a raise,” how to handle it well, and why more income often brings more responsibility. He explores our very human tendency to compare ourselves to others—and offers a refreshing, faith‑centered perspective on money, purpose, and what it’s truly for from God’s point of view.

23 Apr

Posted at 13:30h in Abortion, Children, Family, Health, prevention, Women by
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We had a chance to get a ministry update from Care Net Pregnancy Centers of Albuquerque today. We were joined by Executive Director, Paula Gonzales who oversees the organization’s Outreach department. Topics included a praise report of finding a Team Leader for the Medical Mobile Unit, information about upcoming Baby Showers to drop of supplies needed by Care Net’s clients and the upcoming Open House. The news wasn’t all good. The $10 million abortion clinic in Las Cruces is moving forward to open. Listeners were given information on how they can voice their opposition to the abortion clinic via www.stoptheclinic.com.