Patti Garibay was a major backer of the Girl Scouts...until they changed, and removed the pledge to God, something that had been in the Girl Scout's charter from the beginning. It didn't take long until Patti knew she had to do something to give her own daughter an alternative...and the American Heritage Girls became reality.

Joey Salazar is a member of the leadership of Journey Church in Fern Park, and this congregation moved several years back into the well-known Jai-Alai building on 17/92, just south of SR 436. Joey's responsibility is tied to outreach and welcoming newcomers to the church, and he excels at that very thing.

Longtime media agent Jill Nash felt called by God to provide a resource that will help meet the need of those dealing with suicidal thoughts. From this inspiration, she formed "Looking4Answers.com," a website full of help for those suffering from depression and suicidal thoughts. This is a serious threat in our country today, and Jill is passionate in her efforts to be a help.

A vision to serve our nation's leaders in its capitol was birthed in the heart of Kimberly Genau. She formed "The Alabaster House," and offers support to congressmen, senators, and other leaders through devotions, confidential prayer, and friendship. She tells the story in this episode.

Rob Maaddi knows football. He also knows Jesus...and he puts those two together in his weekly show on the Shepherd called "Faith on the Field." He is Mike's guest in this episode, and goes over the new season for NFL fans. Also, an actor in a couple of new projects, Cameron Arnett, talks about "The Forge" (in theaters now) and a new series on UP Faith and Family called "These Stones."

Two actresses, both starring in a new series on the UP Faith and Family network join Mike. First, Madeline Carroll, who has starred in several feature films, talks about the adventure of being part of such a project as "These Stones." Also in this episode, veteran actress Karen Abercrombie (War Room, Star Trek). Finally, Dr. Marty Makary sounds the alarm for parents of kids, and the topic is smart phones.

Andy Searles is a frequent guest, always providing great insight into topics important to all. In this episode, Andy and Mike have fun with a new book, the Christian Business Almanac by Jacquelyn Lynn, as well as God's faithfulness...especially shown to those coming after us.

Trey Etheridge's story is full of twists and turns that included losing his job, then his wife, and nearly his life to suicide. But God spared him of the latter, and miraculously so. That was indeed a turning point in his life, and Trey began serving Jesus in earnest. He leads "Mpact Ministries, and is bringing in a colossal event on September 5 in Gainesville, featuring Tim Tebow and Christian Music artist Zach Williams.

Josh Plant has a deep conviction that he has to go out of the 4 walls of the church building, and go to those he is wanting to reach. That has been the secret sauce in his life, as God has opened up years of fruitful service in the community, including annual mission trips attended by dozens of high school students.

It takes years of dedicated service to the US Navy to become a commander - that was accomplished by John B. Wells, now retired from the Navy. But in his last years of service, he began to plan for the second act in his life - attending night school to become an attorney. He now works as Chairman of the Board for Military Veterans Advocacy (MVA), and appears regularly on the Fox News Channel. Plus - a visit with Liberty Counsel's Mat Staver on the dangers in "Amendment 4" that will be on the November 5 ballot.