Mark Meckler, President of Citizens for Self-Governance, which oversees the Convention of States project, shared observations on President Trump's State of the Union message on January 30, 2018, including the economy, immigration, and more. Learn more at www.selfgovern.com or www.conventionofstates.com.

Jonathan Morrow, Director of Cultural Engagement for Impact 360 Institute, discussed a new study commissioned by that organization and conducted by the Barna Group: Gen Z: The Culture, Beliefs, and Motivation Shaping the Next Generation, observing the beliefs of that demographic group, born between 1999 and 2015.  Learn about the study at www.whoisgenz.com.  The Impact 360 website is www.impact360.org.  The Barna Group site is www.barna.com.

Jimmy DeYoung of Prophecy Today, heard Sundays through Fridays at 11:55 a.m. and p.m., as well as Saturdays from noon to 1:30, discussed a variety of topics, including the recent "super blue blood" moon, Vice-President Pence's trip to Israel, the Palestinian reaction to it, and more.  The website is www.prophecytoday.com.

Counsel for First Liberty Institute, Stephanie Taub, provided information and comments about a new division of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services intended to protect conscience rights, including religious liberties, of those who work in health care profession.  The First Liberty website is www.firstliberty.org.

Alli Worthington, Executive Director of Propel Women, discussed material relative to her book, Fierce Faith: A Woman's Guide to Fighting Fear, Wrestling Worry, and Overcoming Anxiety.  Learn more at www.alliworthington.com.

Christian musical artist Sara Groves shared about the concept and background of her album project, Abide With Me, which was recorded at Art House North, a ministry center established by Sara and her husband, Troy, in an old church building in St. Paul, MN.  Her website is www.saragroves.com.

Ann Pemberton and Jennifer Aughtman, who are in leadership at St. James United Methodist Church in Montgomery, discussed the Dream Women's Conference on February 9-10, 2018, with speaker Alex Seeley and worship leader Meredith Andrews.  You can find out more at www.dreamwomensconference.com.  It is being presented by the church's Renew Women's Ministry - the church's website is www.sjlife.com.

Peter Sprigg, Senior Fellow for Policy Studies at the Family Research Council, discussed two relevant issues:  the attempt to define gender reassignment surgery as "medically necessary" by the Department of Health and Human Services, and a potential reappointment of a commissioner to the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission to presents some concern.  Learn more at www.frc.org.

Jeff Neal, founder of Team Impact, which presents feats of strength that are used to get the attention of audiences so that they are more receptive to the gospel, discussed the concept of the ministry and the appearance of Team Impact in Montgomery January 28-31, 2018 at First Baptist Church of Montgomery.  Learn more about the ministry at www.team-impact.com.

Dale and Jena Forehand (Stained Glass Ministries), D.A. Horton (Reach Fellowship/North Long Beach, CA, Enter the Ring), Jason Jones (Movie to Movement, The Stream), Sam Rohrer (American Pastors Network), Gary Byrne (Secrets of the Secret Service), Glenn Stanton (Focus on the Family) www.meetinghouseonline.info