On this episode of Sponsor Spotlight, we feature Mike and Grant Volner of Volner Financial Group, discussing the importance of financial planning and helping individuals and businesses prepare for the future. We also welcomed Carey Moore and Cheryl Henderson for My Cup of Tea, where they shared conversation centered around community, connection, and encouragement. Plus, Luke Brimhall joined us from Brim’s Snack Foods to talk about the family-owned snack company and its long-standing tradition of producing favorite snacks enjoyed across the country.

William Carey sparked the modern missionary movement when he set sail for the shores of India in 1793. Today’s India is very different from Carey’s time. India’s diverse cultures, languages, and people groups (122 major languages and 1,599 functional languages!). With a population of 1.2 billion, India is the world’s largest democracy. Ed Raju from Serve India Ministries describes his life growing up in India and the challenges he faces today serving and supporting local pastors and presenting Christ in such diverse and resistant cultures.

What does it look like to bring hope, healing, and the Gospel to Indigenous communities across America? On today’s Mid-South View Point #radioshow we sit down with Clint Greene, founder of Native American Indigenousness Ministry, for a powerful conversation about faith, identity, and answering God’s call. As a Native American believer, Clint shares the deeply personal journey that led him to launch this ministry and his passion for encouraging pastors and reaching Indigenous peoples with the love of Christ. From overcoming obstacles to building trust within communities, Clint opens up about the unique challenges and victories he’s experienced along the way.

Clint discusses:

• The mission and vision behind Native American Indigenousness Ministry

• The life experiences that prepared him for this calling

• The spiritual and cultural challenges of reaching Indigenous communities

• Why encouragement and discipleship among Indigenous pastors matters now more than ever

One of the leading voices in the pro-life movement, Kristan Hawkins, President of Students for Life of America discusses the latest on the abortion pill showdown. We’ll discuss the growing legal battle over the abortion pill mifepristone, the Supreme Court’s latest actions involving the Fifth Circuit ruling and Louisiana case, and why pro-life advocates are fighting against telehealth prescriptions and mail-order abortion drugs. Students for Life of America is the largest pro-life youth organization in the world with more than 1,600 campus groups nationwide. Kristan has spent nearly two decades training the next generation of pro-life leaders and was on the steps of the Supreme Court when Roe v. Wade was overturned in 2022.

Al Nucciarone is the senior pastor of the Jerusalem Baptist Church in Israel. He is also the Middle East representative for the Fellowship of Christian Athletes. Pastor Al, reflects on his first visit to Israel in 1978, how he’s seen, Romans 8:28, God working all things for good in his life, leading a church where believers come from many nations and cultures, after tragic events like the murderous bus attacks in Ramot how he shepherds people through grief, as well as his call to preach Christ to both Jews and Arabs. This show originally aired on September 11, 2025.

We’re wrapping up our 4th in the series from The Woman’s Exchange of Memphis with the Executive Director, Dena Nance. Since 1885, The Woman’s Exchange of Memphis has been creating opportunities—helping artisans, makers, and women in the community earn income, develop skills, and build independence through their work. It’s also the best kept secret in town for some real southern cooking! The Master Cook’s from the kitchen open our show with a gospel tune, don’t miss it!

Brian McLaughlin CEO of YMCA of Memphis & the Mid-South explains the crucial need they are meeting with their summer meal program for kids. Did you know that 1 in 5 Tennessee children (19.8%) are food insecure, 62% of families struggle to provide enough nutritious food in summer when school meals stop, and summer is the hungriest time of year for many kids. Addressing child hunger in West Tennessee is one of YMCA of Memphis & the Mid-South top priorities.

On this episode of Mid-South View Point features highlights from the National Day of Prayer gathering in Lakeland, TN. Local leaders, pastors, and residents gathered at the International Harvester Clubhouse for a powerful time of prayer for our city, state, and nation. Today’s show offers select moments from this meaningful community gathering. Due to time constraints, we’re unable to air the full event coverage.

We’re back at the Woman’s Exchange of Memphis, where women and artisans have been building independence since 1885. Loraine Tomeh with the Career Support Network at Christ Church Memphis joins us to talk about their support for job seekers. In today’s fast-changing job market, finding the right opportunity can feel overwhelming—whether you’re starting over, stepping into something new, or trying to rediscover your professional direction. The Career Support Network’s experienced professionals come alongside job seekers to offer something many people don’t realize they need—guidance, mentorship, and real-world insight.

Discover how Memphis nonprofits are creating real change in local communities. This episode of Mid-South View Point takes you inside The Woman’s Exchange of Memphis, where women and artisans have been building independence since 1885. We’re joined by Soup Campbell and Willie Baldwin of Eikon Ministries, an organization that has spent nearly 30 years investing in people and developing leaders from within neighborhoods like Binghampton. Learn how grassroots leadership, economic opportunity, and community-driven solutions are transforming Memphis from the inside out.

Whether you're interested in nonprofit work, community leadership, or inspiring local stories, this episode highlights what sustainable impact really looks like. 👉 Subscribe for more stories on leadership, community development, and change happening across Memphis and the Mid-South.