Thursday, August 02, 2012

NEW SITE!

As of August 1, 2012, all of AVC's Lighthouse Live! broadcasts appear on AVC's website:


Please feel free to explore previous broadcasts here!

Tuesday, July 17, 2012

Arturo's Story: A Hand Up!

What "loving your neighbor as yourself" is all about, in terms of creating capacity vs. creating dependency!

Friday, July 06, 2012

The Crib Seed

A small life, a small crib, a big blessing!

Thursday, June 21, 2012

Doing More Harm than Good?

Are we sometimes doing more harm than good, with good intentions? Pastor Mike launches a new series discussing principles from the book "Toxic Charity"

Wednesday, June 20, 2012

Seeing the Hurting through God's Eyes!

The delicate balancing act of serving without hurting, confronting without destroying.

Monday, June 11, 2012

Doing More Harm than Good?

Are we sometimes doing more harm than good, with good intentions? Pastor Mike launches a new series discussing principles from the book "Toxic Charity"

Monday, June 04, 2012

God's Power to Change!

Gripping stories of God's Power to Change: overcoming addictions, gang culture, and hopelessness through God's grace. Special Guests from Modesto Gospel Mission: Corey Palmieri, Woody Wood, and Brad Wilson.

Monday, May 28, 2012

"Thank You"



Saturday, May 26, 2012

"Thank You"



Friday, May 18, 2012

Mike's Minute #22: Honoring Veterans...Now!

Touching story of a veteran with mental and physical challenges, whose life was blessed just prior to his death by a simple act of kindness. Special guest: Allegra Taylor of the Sgt. R.G. Henderson House in West Sacramento: 916-368-0733

Monday, May 14, 2012

Set Free in Prison!

Touching story of Harvey Melgoza, doing time in Folsom Prison, giving his life to Christ, and then the amazing light emanating from his shoe repair store in Oakdale, California! Great wisdom for families with loved ones who are incarcerated. Contact: Harvey's Shoe Repair, 316 E. "F" in Oakdale, CA 209-848-0803

Monday, May 07, 2012

Victory for Veterans!

We examine the tragedies facing so many veterans in our communities, but celebrate two amazing, grass roots efforts to provide hope, futures, self-esteem, and victory for veterans! You'll be inspired and motivated, and receive some nuggets of wisdom on how to bless veterans in your midst! Gardol Wilson of Modesto's "Victory for Veterans" ministry (209-496-2500), and Charles and Allegra Taylor of "R.G. Henderson House" for veterans in West Sacramento (916-368-0733).

Thursday, April 26, 2012

Mike's Minute #21: Blessing Children!

Veteran School Board Member Cindy Marks with simple, profound ways to help elementary school children succeed!

Monday, April 23, 2012

The Little House That Cares

High octane motivation! An incredible journey into the lives of the blind--those blind from birth, and those who lost sight as adults--as told by our very special guests: Marty Lanser, Janet Gearhart, Ruth McKinsey, and Jon Brooks. The book discussed is "The Little House That Cares", inspiring stories from 17 authors associated with the Visually Impaired Persons Support Center in Modesto: www.vipsmodesto.org 209-522-8477

Monday, April 16, 2012

Young Minds/High Impact!

Incredible story of three university students who saw a need, and created high-impact momentum to meet the needs of the homeless! Special Guests: Sunny Panh, Nikki Kaur, and Matthew Smith (CSU Stanislaus Students). To contact Sunny: spanh209@yahoo.com

Monday, April 09, 2012

Forgiveness Unpacked

Dr. Jim Henman (therapist, psychologist, author) joins us for a deep look at forgiveness, restoration, and the healthy dynamics of living in truth and reality! (See Jim's website at www.cairforyou.com)

Wednesday, April 04, 2012

Mike's Minute #19: Toxic Serving?

Part 1: Are we doing more damage than good in some of our well-meaning acts of service?

Tuesday, April 03, 2012

The Easter Shovel?

Just a thought...

Wednesday, March 21, 2012

Mike's Minute #17: Serving Children in Crisis

Johnny Carr of Bethany Christian Services shares a simple by dynamic way for churches to help children with crises in their homes...through "Safe Families". (Visit www.Bethany.org or call our local Bethany Christian Services at 209-522-5121)

Thursday, March 15, 2012

Mike's Minute #16: Children at Risk

Sobering statistics about foster children graduating into homelessness. Pastor Johnny Carr, Director of Church Partnerships for Bethany Christian Services helps shed new light on the church's response!

Monday, March 12, 2012

What Ever Happened to Fathering?

Whatever happened to fathering? How can the body of Christ "take back" the territory the enemy has claimed in the lives of the fatherless in our cities? Special Guest: Gardol Wilson

Wednesday, March 07, 2012

Listening!

Creating positive change involves great listening!

Monday, February 27, 2012

Trinity Networking Teams!

Buckle your seatbelt for a fast-paced overview of dynamic community networking, with a focus on Trinity Networking Teams! Special Guests: JP Hurlbert, Michael Portis, Stan Countz, and Morris Smith (TNT website: www.trinitynetworking.net ; JP can be reached at 209-571-1990)

Friday, February 24, 2012

Mike's Minute #14: WHY?

Why serve? What's the point when little seems to change in the big picture?

Monday, February 13, 2012

021312 Marriage 9-1-1

Marriage 9-1-1! Hope for marriages in distress, and hope for pastors and ministry leaders for a proven, Christ-centered map, and the Marriage First Aid Kit! Special Guests: Joe and Michelle Williams Phone: -1800-578-HELP (4357), website: www.marriage911online.com

Thursday, February 09, 2012

Challenge to Fathers

What does it mean to be a Godly father? Mike presents the "Fathering Covenant" from the 2012 Greater Modesto Pastors' Prayer Summit

Monday, February 06, 2012

Blessing Seniors in Their Times of Need

Great opportunities to serve and build relationships with lonely seniors, as well as helping them overcome obstacles in life! Special Guest: Alicia James, Volunteer Coordinator for the Area Agency on Aging for Stanislaus County. Alicia: 209-525-4613 Email: jamesa@stancounty.com. And the "Senior Center Without Walls!"--intriguing connecting resource: 1-877-797-7299

Saturday, February 04, 2012

Mike's Minute #12

Is "church" becoming irrelevant to our culture? Here's a challenge from Pastor Mike: Is church and event, or a lifestyle?

Monday, January 30, 2012

Depths of Fathering

An incredible journey into the depths of "fathering" and the desperate need for Christ-centered fathers in our culture. Special Guests: Ben Jennings (Youth for Christ International), Pastors Ross Briles and Darryl Fair, and Robert Chin, M.D., Chairman of Advancing Vibrant Communities.

Monday, January 23, 2012

Being "Present" with the Needy

Deep insights into serving the homeless and mentally ill from Tom Buckles, Behavioral Health Specialist, and Debra Buckles, President of Family Promise and Public Guardian with Behavioral Health Services. What every believer can do to minister to these needs! Website: www.modestofamilypromise.com / phone 209-549-9454

Monday, January 16, 2012

Voices of God!

An incredible interview with composer/musician/minister Glen Stovall, and Shuntavia Reynolds, exploring the unity seen in God's talented voices. Special vocals: Shuntavia sings "The Dream Will be Complete" in honor of the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., and "In Times Like These..." Website for Glen Stovall: www.jashlinpro.com


Wednesday, January 11, 2012

Mike's Minute #10 "Courage"

Inspiration on the road to South Africa!