Meeting women in need like Christ met the "Woman at the Well in John 4.

On this edition of Hometown Heroes, our guest is Kara Kennemuth - Executive Director of Women at the Well Ministries of Pennsylvania - providing multi-faceted assistance to women struggling with addiction, life after incarceration and other challenging issues.

Bringing the warmth of a quilt, and the warmth of Christ.

That's the goal of "Cozy Quilt Ministries" - which has provided over 9,000 quilts to cancer patients, along with the encouragement of the Gospel message.

In this edition of "Hometown Heroes," founder Kelley Carson tells the story of this amazing ministry, which began with a single quilt for a friend over 20 years ago.

Contact them at: [email protected] or via their Facebook page. 

The faith behind the newfound fame.

On this edition of Hometown Heroes, the amazing story of Chris Lomax. Many have seen the Hornell, New York man in a feature by CBS News, but that piece had a big missing piece: The central role Chris's faith has played in his success story as a legally blind baker.

You can follow Chris here.

Most of today's pro hockey stars got their start with teams such as the "Elmira Impact", which features talented young players from all around the globe in a developmental league...the players living with area host families who volunteer.

On this edition of "Hometown Heroes," we hear from the Impact's Tim Kolpien about the program and its impact on both the young players and the area families who host them. He spoke with our Bob Price.

Their website is https://www.elmiraimpact.com

Providing pregnancy care and a whole lot more.

In this edition of Hometown Heroes, we hear from Michael Arrinton, director of Care Net Penn Yan, a ministry providing numerous services for pregnant women, mothers and fathers in the Finger Lakes.

Services include free pregnancy testing, referrals for no-cost limited ultrasounds, material assistance such as clothing and baby supplies, peer counseling services, and parenting classes. our services exist to empower individuals so that they can live an abundant life filled with meaningful purpose and lasting joy.

Their website is https://www.carenetpy.com/

Bringing God's Word into public schools...and kids' hearts.

On this edition of “Hometown Heroes,” we hear from Stacy Novak and Katie Green from the 'Bible 2 Schools' program in the Johnstown, Pennsylvania area...providing free elective Bible classes to elementary schiool children during their public school day.

An annual Western New York celebration returns.

Created at the end of the pandemic to bring hope, The Way Church in Sanborn, New York hosts an annual summertime celebration called "Ignite the Waterfront" - bringing a combination of family fun and the hope of the gospel to believers and non-believers alike.

We speak with organizer Maria Whitman about this popular gathering along the Niagara River in the City of Tonawanda's Niawanda Park.

Independence Day is less than three weeks away, and a Pennsylvania church is taking advantage of the popular holiday to connect people with the Gospel.

On this edition of “Hometown Heroes,” we hear from Pastor Brandt Fuller with New Beginnings Church of Christ in Meadville' about their upcoming tenth annual "Ultimate Freedom" event.

Making a difference with music.

That's the goal of Bridge Studios in Titusville, Pennsylvania - a nonprofit that offers affordable music instruction and much more to the community.

On this edition of "Hometown Heroes", we hear from co-founder David Southwick, who wasn't looking to form a nonprofit. However, God had other plans...

Combining the Gospel and living in God's creation to reach troubled young men.

That's the goal of Bald Eagle Camp near Lock Haven, Pennsylvania...a structured wilderness therapy camp helping boys overcome life challenges and build resilience.

Our guest on this edition of "Hometown Heroes" is Camp Director Laverne Beachy.