Life Unfolded through God's Eyes!

The good doctor is in...again! Dr. Jim Henman, therapist and author of "Who's Really Driving Your Bus?" joins us for deep exploration of what it means to live a life as seen through God's eyes! How do we see ourselves and others with the soft illuminating lantern of God's grace (with truth) vs. the harsh beam of a flashlight? Buckle your seatbelts...you'll be blessed!

Veterans Day 2009

We celebrate Veteran's Day in a unique way...honoring the heroes of the Civil War through men who study the history and impact of this pivitol war, some who are veterans themselves of service in Korea and Viet Nam. Special guests: Chuck Gardoli, Joe Maxwell, Phil Blake, Jon Engell, Al Ramsey, and Louie Ellsworth.

Charlie Crane

"Images of a Black Father": A poignant conversation with Pastor Charlie Crane, tracing the profound influence of his father from sharecropping days in Arkansas during the '30's, to the realities of new beginnings in the Bay Area and then the Central Valley. "'Images of a Black Father' was written in the hope of inspiring young African-American men: For them to come to the knowledge of the Lord Jesus Christ, and to accept their responsibility of fatherhood." Hear incredible insights from this humble servant of God, who has weathered incredible tragedies, yet models the hope only Jesus provides.

H1N1 Interview: Dr. John Walker

(Interview Only): How churches and groups can help mitigate the spread of the H1N1 Pandemic Virus, and preparations being made to respond to the issue! Guests: John Walker, M.D., County Medical Officer, Stanislaus County, and Nurse Julie Falkenstein, County Health Services Agency.

Secrets of Jonathan Sperry!

Lighthouse Live! explores the new film hitting theatres now, called "The Secrets of Jonathan Sperry" (Starring Gavin MacLeod and Robert Guillaume)! Locally, the film debuts October 2nd at Brenden Theatres. We talk with the men who helped bring the film to Modesto: Dr. Andy Fletcher, Eric Kjeldgaard, and Dr. John Beech. Film website: www.sperrymovie.com

Serving Needs of Students

Here's a wonderfully inspirational interview with public high school teacher Rod Landes, exploring how God is using him to dramatically affect the lives of his English students! Great stories, and great encouragement for teachers in all grades and venues!

Secrets in America: Crisis of Elder Abuse

This poignant interview goes behind the scenes of the now widely acclaimed new video, "Secrets in America: Crisis of Elder Abuse". We join Producer/Director David T. Jones, along with experts Jose Michel, Ann Danhoff, and Monica Ramos to face the hard facts about the growing, secret abuse of the elderly, in its many forms. The documentary can be viewed online at www.secretsinamerica.org.

Devin's Story

Four-year-old Devin Vo was huddled in a small boat with his dad when Vietnamese soldiers mistakenly fired upon them. Devin was hit, and the God-story begins...but you'll need to join us on Lighthouse Live! to learn what happened next!

Life Miracle: Karl's Story

A drug addict and dealer, frequently in jail for DUI's, shot during a home burglary to support his habit, winding up in State Prison with a lump in his mattress that bothered his hurting back. Find out what that "lump" in the mattress was, and how God leveraged all of that to radically change a life, and to change the lives of others! Special Guest: Karl Meabrod

Prodigal Sons and Daughters

One of the most important broadcasts of this year: Prodigal Sons and Daughters--the "whole family" Christ-centered ministry to individuals with drug and alcohol addictions and their families. Meet CEO Zach Frampton; Mom and Dad team of "Jan and Peter" who have experienced the ministry up close and personal as their son was discovered to have a chemical addiction; and our long-time friend Jane Meuers, the co-founder of this incredibly successful ministry. Contact number for Prodigal Sons and Daughters: 209-634-3538

Jam Session!

Join us for a wonderful Jesus-centered jam session with Glen Stovall and the Stovall Singers, and "Mondo"! It's a concert in the park inside the AVC front room, with wonderful insights and testimonies from some of God's most gifted music artists! Special Guests: Glenn Stovall, and Liz, Mike and Arland from the Stovall Singers, and "Mondo".

Renaissance in Ministry!

Special guests Pastor Darryl and Hazel Fair unfold the genesis of Renaissance Christian Center--God's call to minister in the park, and to develop a long term trusting relationship with the homeless who live there! Further info: darryl.fair@rencenn.org (209) 537-1003

Principles of Independence

Mike Winther from the Institute for Principle Studies joins us in celebration of Independence Day to look at the "Principles of Independence"--those foundational, Biblical principles upon which our Constitution and Country were founded. Why did our founding fathers use those principles, and what have we done with them? Great, thought-provoking edition of Lighthouse Live!

Serving Up Hope in the Streets!

Gardol Wilson joins us for great stories from the streets--updates on how God is using None Forgotten Sober Living Homes to change the lives of men and women released from prison! Contact Gardol at 209-496-2500

Dealing with our Internal Software!

The Dr. is in...again! Dr. Jim Henman, author, coach, therapist, and psychologist joins us for a revealing look at how our internal software gets programmed, and what happens when we hit the unexpected--the black ice on the roadway, so to speak! Comforting thoughts about God's nature, and His willingness to let us learn and progress imperfectly!

Light in the Night

God touches down in the midst of the homeless, the addicted, and the mentally ill through "Light in the Night" and "Restoration of Peace" ministries! Special Guests: Bishop Henry Anthony and Sister "Louise"

Better to Give than to Receive!

Insightful interviews with Andy Fletcher, DDS, and Oran Woods, men of God who humbly make themselves available to be conduits of God's love, grace, mercy, and compassion! We also review the massive clean-up last Saturday in the Modesto Airport Neighborhood, where 18-22 tons of debris was packaged and hauled off!

Gospel Spreading in Cambodia!

From the "Frontline" ministries of Jerry and Wilma Mishler, hear how the Gospel is incredibly spreading through Buddhist-dominated Cambodia, and the story of how God called the Mishlers to that corner of the world!

Incredible Prayer Meeting on the Air!

Join us for this deep time of prayer, as we lift the city, our city, your city, up to the Lord. Pray with us for government, law enforcement, schools, business, military, and more. SPECIAL GUESTS: Gaylene Terry (First Baptist Church, our Prayer Facilitator for this evening), Cindy Marks (Modesto City School Board), Ross Briles (Sherwood Bible Church), Pat Chavez (Thrifts Gifts & Collectibles, AVC Board, and Quality Communications), Jon Engell (AVC Projects Foreman and Korean War Veteran), Al Ramsey (AVC Prayer Intercessor and Vietnam War Corpsman Veteran), Dick Monteith (County Supervisor and former State Assemblyman), Wayne Davison (State of California Parole Agent), Claude Terry (Pastoral Staff First Baptist Church, former NBA star), Jan Stambaugh (Prayer Intercessor), Kathi Pronk (Prayer Intercessor), Lee Ockey (Prayer Intercessor). Cohosts: Michael Douglass and Elaine Harlan.

Gangs: Proactive Responses

Understanding and Responding to the Gang Problem! We explore the history of gangs in California's Central Valley, look at current networked programs between Federal, State, and Local law enforcement agencies, and examine the issues parents must address in order to mitigate more generations of gang affiliations. Special Guests: Lt. Ron Cloward and Officer Robert Gumm, Modesto Police Department.

"Knit Within the Womb"

Listen to this incredible ballad...a poignant statement about God's deep love for the growing baby destined for the abortionist's snare. Lyrics and vocals by Joseph Atinsky; Instrumentals by Michael Atinsky.

Hope for Released Prisoners

The Fellowship of Open Rooms...a God-inspired ministry to Christians recently released from prison--working to reverse the high recidivism rate through personal and small group discipling with mentor/sponsors! Special Guests: Chaplains and Pastors Michael Atinsky and John Sanders.

Persevering!

Persevering in Christ's calling! Verne and Barbara Deatherage of Modesto's Gospel Mission recount the cost of following Christ, and the deep joy and satisfaction that flows out of that call! Verne recounts his recent brush with entering heaven's gates, and how that gives ever deeper perspective to their mission to serve the homeless, not only with food, but with the Gospel!

Housing Help!

Homeless children find hope with their parents; people at risk for losing housing find helpful resources! Tonight features Community Housing and Shelter Services with Karen Cosner and Sophie Pettygrove.

Exploring Alzheimer's disease and Dementia

43 forms of Dementia...4.5 million grappling with its most common form called Alzheimer's disease...50% of people over 85 years old are affected...by 2025, 34 million cases expected. With those stats, we all benefit from learning more about Alzheimer's disease. Tonight, special guest Bob Hopper from Pacifica Senior Living in Modesto unwraps some of the mystery surrounding perceptions about the disease, and more importantly, provides guidance about how to recognize and deal with the realities.

Pandemic Flu Exercise

It's overdue: a pandemic flu outbreak that overwhelms our medical services. The sobering facts of what a pandemic flu is, how to help prevent the onset and spreading it, what do to if you get it, and how Stanislaus County is preparing with a full scale pandemic flu exercise on April 16! Special Guests: Dr. John Walker (County Medical Officer), Nancy Fisher (County Health Services), Renee Cartier (County OES).

YWAM

God does radical things through relationships, and that's what tonight's show is all about--developing relationships (whether on 9th St. in Modesto or in a back alley in Thailand) with the hurting so that people can experience Jesus' love and compassion in real time! Our special guests from YWAM Modesto: Chris Whitler and Jim Sustar!

Christian Berets with Dave Shackelford

We trace the history and current vision of Christian Berets...the 40-year dynamic pioneer ministry for blessing the "differently-abled". Special Guest: Dave Shackelford, Executive Director of Christian Berets in Modesto.

Safe Places 020209

The Dr. is in! Dr. Jim Henman, therapist and author of "Who's Really Driving Your Bus" joins us again for deep discussions about the safe places we need to bear each others' burdens, and how we might view our trials and tribulations through God's eyes.

Sacrificial Service with Cindy Marks

She braved the gang-infested apartment complex to bring the Gospel to kids for 13 years, and then answered the call for over a decade as now the senior member of the Modesto School Board. How God prepares us for His work, and what a blessing it is to answer His call! Special Guest: Cindy Marks

Celebrating Prayer!

We celebrate God's responses to prayer, and the blessing of shepherds getting on their needs together to pray for each other and to intercede for the city. Special Guests: Pastor Wade Estes, First Baptist Church, Modesto; Pastor Ross Briles, Senior Pastor Sherwood Bible Church.