In this episode, Brent and Julie discuss pastor appreciation month and the great work of one SBC pastor in particular, Senate appropriation bills, Colin Powell’s legacy, and an update on the Texas abortion ban. They also chat about three opportunities that public school offers families, a Supreme Court case involving the right of a public school teacher to pray, and a trip around the world by a 19-year-old. 

ERLC Content

• Alice Stricklin with Pastors, how is your mental health? The importance of recognizing your own struggles and seeking help when needed
• Jared Kennedy with 3 opportunities public education offers to Christian families
• Chelsea Sobolik with an article about the Senate appropriations bills

Culture

1. Colin Powell dies at age 84
2. An Update on the Texas abortion law
3. Joseph Kennedy and the right of a public school teacher to pray.
4. 19-year-old Zara Rutherford flies around the world

Lunchroom

• Julie: The Christmas We Didn’t Expect
• Brent: Our Anger Problem

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• @juliermasson

Sponsors

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• Any Time, Any Place, Any Prayer by Laura Wifler, co-founder of Risen Motherhood | | This beautifully illustrated Bible storybook takes children on a journey from the start of the Bible story to the end. Children will learn a biblical understanding of prayer, why it’s amazing, and that they can enjoy talking with God about anything, anytime, anywhere.

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