Community Bridge

Think of a child you love. Do you ever worry that you won’t be able to protect them? Technology is developing more rapidly than ever—and it’s a necessity that comes with risks, especially for youth. Today, Jenny Burkhiser speaks with Yaron Litwin, Chief Marketing Officer of Canopy. They’ve developed an app to help protect your loved ones from the unwanted exposure that comes with using technology.

When have you struggled to give control of your life to God? What or who have you given yourself to instead? Today, we’re talking about overcoming addictions and other life-controlling issues through the power of Jesus Christ! Jenny Burkhiser speaks with Gary Blackard, president and CEO of Adult and Teen Challenge, about real hope. Hear stories of changed lives and how your life can be transformed to a new creation in Christ!

How would you respond if God called you to risk everything for those who have nothing? Jenny Burkhiser talks with Alejandro Monteverde, writer and director of Sound of Freedom—a movie and true story about one man’s mission to bring freedom’s light to those in the darkness of human trafficking.  Support true freedom for all this 4th of July. Join the Sound of Freedom movement!

What does it mean to be salt and light? And when the whole world is running in the opposite direction, how do you speak truth to your neighbor in love? Jenny Burkhiser talks with Vice President of Communications Paul Batura, Focus on the Family, about how you can reach your community for Jesus Christ!

Why do you suppose God created fathers? Learn more as Jenny Burkhiser gleans fatherly wisdom from Family Radio dads Jason Frentsos, midday host; Tom Evans, president & general manager; and Vance Dillard, senior director of programming. These brothers in Christ share lessons they've learned on their life's journey from the Bible and God our heavenly Father. As a dad, grandparent, or other male mentor, you can uniquely impact others for God’s Kingdom!

It’s been called the “golden ticket” to success. But is college the right choice for you, your child, or grandchild? Jenny Burkhiser talks with Senior Vice President of Higher Education Dr. Andrew “Andy” Westmoreland, Faith Search Partners, about the higher education landscape today. He answers questions and gives practical, biblical steps that will help you best assess whether college is the next right choice for you or the student in your life.

Who are you, really? Who or what defines your identity? And what about the special girl in your life? Does she know she was designed by God for His plan and purpose before she was born? Jenny Burkhiser speaks with Patti Garibay, founder and executive director of American Heritage Girls, about how you can walk alongside the God-given girl in your life as she embraces her identify in Christ. 

What does Memorial Day mean to you? To those who’ve lost a loved one in their military service, Memorial Day is a time of reflection, many emotions, and hopefully gratitude. How can you express gratitude on Memorial Day? Jenny Burkhiser talks with Christian Irvine, a “green beret” veteran and president of the Semper Grati Project, to learn more about how you can honor American military members, veterans, and Gold Star families on Memorial Day. 

What’s most important to you when looking for a home? Renting, buying, or some other arrangement - what would turn four walls and a roof into your “home, sweet home”? Jenny Burkhiser talks with Financial Advisor Bo Hansen (CFA, CFP), Co-Host of The Money Guys Podcast, about today's housing options and how you can rely on God as your ultimate shelter.

Why do you suppose God created mothers? And how can you best celebrate moms - birth, adoptive, step, or foster? Learn about honoring the special, God-given role of the mom in your life on Family Radio's  Community Bridge program, as Jenny Burkhiser gets the perspective of another mother, Leslie Means. A former TV anchor, mother of three, author of the book, So God Made A Mother, and founder of the Her View from Home website, Leslie shares stories from mothers and invites you to celebrate them today.