Jodi Hendricks joins us from the NM Family Action Movement to discuss the heart of the organization: life, family and religious freedom in NM and how they believe these values will encourage and uplift families and in turn, uplift our state. We also dive in to “My Kid, My Choice” – a campaign designed to restore a parent’s rightful place as the decision maker in their child’s lives, when it comes to the school systems.

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Today we’re joined by Alex Schroeder, Discipleship Pastor at Desert Springs Church in Albuquerque. Alex joins us to discuss the upcoming Clarus Conference, which this year, will be focusing on Roman Catholicism. Alex goes to explain that they host Clarus each year as their annual theology conference – but this year wanted to hone in on how we can unite with our Catholic neighbors and have respectful, progressive dialog.

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Ethel Maharg is back with us this time, to talk about Love Life, an organization designed to mobilize the church and walk next to abortion prone mothers. Ethel goes on to explain all the ways they come together to do this, including prayer walks and how powerful those are in uniting our community in Christ.

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Retired Albuquerque Police Department (APD) officer Thomas Grover, Attorney, Retired Chief Mike Geier, and retired officer Brian McCutcheon join APD Connect to discuss the increase in property and violent crime in Albuquerque. In this timely discussion, they weigh in on the upcoming mayoral election and its potential impact on public safety, as the city continues to face rising crime rates. Here are a couple of their main points:

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Genevieve Wood from The Daily Signal joins us to reflect on the tragic assassination of Charlie Kirk and the future of Turning Point USA. With the recent announcement of Erika Kirk as the organization’s new CEO, Steve and Genevieve discuss her leadership potential and why they believe Turning Point USA will remain strong and focused under her direction.

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Zach Mettler from the Daily Citizen joins us to discuss a recent controversy involving a women’s basketball team that chose to forfeit a game after discovering biological males on the opposing roster. The conversation explores the consequences the team faced for standing by their convictions, as well as the broader implications of allowing men to compete in women’s sports. Together, Zach and Steve examine the impact on fairness, safety, and the integrity of athletic competition, emphasizing the importance of protecting women’s sports.

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Brian Cochran, President of John Moore Associates joins us for our Friday Financial Update on ABQ Connect to talk about the importance of legacy and how more people are starting to align their financial decisions with their faith. Brian shares practical insights on faith-based financial planning and why it matters for both individuals and future generations.

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Emerson Collins, Program Manager of Parenting and Youth at Focus on the Family, joins ABQ Connect to talk about the upcoming “Bring Your Bible to School Day.” He shares the history behind the event, its continued relevance, and how it empowers students to boldly live out their faith in today’s culture.

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On today’s episode of ABQ Connect, Lisa Anderson, Director of Young Adults with Focus on the Family joins us to discuss National Singles Week. We explore the deeper meaning of singleness, challenge popular myths about self-care, and look at how to navigate seasons of singleness through a biblical lens.

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Tim Stewart with Impact Nations joins us again on ABQ Connect, this time to discuss updates on the heart behind their recent work as well as ways you can help support them and get involved.

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