Community Bridge

How can you be part of building up successful young lives in Christ despite diminishing moral values in America?  Alex McFarland, Founder of Alex McFarland Ministries, shares how you can build up the next generation in Christ in your own community.

How are your health resolutions going so far in 2023? Dr. Amy Givler from Christian Medical and Dental Association, gives a Christian doctor's perspective on eating well anytime of the year.     

How can you be part of the solution to unplanned pregnancies and overwhelmed mothers? Robyn Chambers from Child Advocacy at Focus on the Family talks about real ways the local church can support mothers and their developing children.  

Searching for inspiration on ways you can do good and serve others in your community? Today, on Family Radio’s Community Bridge program, Jennifer Burkhiser reviews the top issues of the economy, the educational system and housing, that were making headlines throughout the past year.  Join us and learn how people in communities across the nation were stepping up to make a difference and how YOU can be inspired to do good and serve others in your own communities – all for God’s glory.  

What do you do when it feels like you can’t do anything at all?  Tim Sanford from Focus on the Family talks about wellness and freedom in Christ and how you can stop the relentless search for control.  

Making friends can be hard.  Finding true, genuine friendships can be even harder--no matter what age you are. Lisa Anderson from Focus on the Family shares how you can build friendships that not only last but are filled with depth and intentionality. 

Busyness and struggles in life can make it difficult to find joy.  Robert Morgan from Robert J. Morgan Ministries shares the importance of hymns, and how your faith this Christmas season can bring hope to your community. 

Comfort food is only a dream to people who don't have it and can't afford it.  Chef Gary LeBlanc from Mercy Chefs provides hope in the form of a meal. He knows firsthand the incredible difference a hot meal can make for someone suffering from food insecurity. 

Rusty Chadwick from WinShape Teams talks about building strong, healthy, and fulfilling work teams that change the world around them; and how you can honor God through your work. 

 Paul Batura from Focus on the Family shares the importance of celebrating the dignity, impact, and sacrifice of birth and adoptive mothers. Also, hear practical ways to encourage birthmothers who choose life.

 Lysa TerKeurst from Proverbs 31 Ministries talks about the importance of establishing boundaries for healthy relationships and individual wellness.

Herbie Newell with Lifeline Children’s Services discusses bringing Gospel hope, salvation, and life transformation to vulnerable children through adoption. 

Edward Graham and Jason Kimak from Samaritan’s Purse share updates on the relief efforts taking place to help residents get back on their feet after Hurricane Ian devastated parts of Florida. 

Building relationships with and mentoring youth who are skeptical of anyone who wants to "be their friend” can be difficult.  Rachel Karman of Young Life One discusses ways to keep vulnerable youth safe and supported in Christ.

Millions of people suffer from depression, seeking relief from the hopelessness.  Paul Asay from Focus on the Family talks about walking with Christ during times of depression.  

 Homelessness is not just an inner-city problem. It can look different from one community to another.  Candace Gregory of Open Door Mission talks about inviting the homeless into our hearts, churches, and communities. 

They work tirelessly to serve and care for the many spiritual needs of their congregation.  Brian Kluth of Bless Your Pastor shares how you can show care and support for your pastor and church staff during Bless Your Pastor Appreciation Month. 

There are times in life that can bring immense hurt, leaving the individual yearning for something to relieve the trauma.  Drs. Tim and Nikki Allen, Allen Family Medicine, talk about overcoming addictions and mental health struggles through the power of Jesus Christ.

Homelessness impacts every community in America.  Eluvial Enterprise President, Dabrielle Goodwin, discusses simple, creative solutions to address this growing concern of homelessness.

“To have and to hold” - spoken between a man and woman professing their love for one another in marriage. Bob Lepine, Pastor and Truth for Life Announcer, shares how you can have and stand for a marriage that honors God.