Jim Henman 030308

"What's so good about grief?"

Dr. Jim Henman is back to explore why God allows times of grieving and mourning, and how His love pours out on us and through us in the process!

Dr. Henman is AVC's resident psychologist, and the author of "Who's Really Driving Your Bus?"

Claude and Gayleen Terry

Inspiring stories of how God connects the dots in our lives for His purposes! Our special guests: Pastors Claude and Gayleen Terry, retracing Claude's career as a Stanford University Basketball hall of famer, and pro basketball player in the former ABA and NBA; and Gayleen's incredible ministry to women violated by domestic and ritual abuse, as well as her international connections with dynamic prayer ministries!

Mayor's Reflections 021108

Modesto's Mayor Jim Ridenour shares his vision for the City, and rehearses how deep faith grew out of an incredible tragedy. Great commentary on serving in the public arena for all the right reasons!

Vet Center/PTSD 020408

Incredible insights into Military Vets and Post Traumatic Stress--New resources that are truly making a difference! Hear the stories from Korean War, Vietnam, and Desert Storm veterans, as they experience new phases of healing from deep wartime trauma. Special guest: Counselor Steve Lawson, and in-studio stories from several veterans.

Emergency Preparedness

Disasters are ahead--emergency preparedness efforts involve you! Special Guests: Chief Gary Hinshaw (Stanislaus County Fire Warden) and Chief Russ Richards (Retired Fire Warden).

City Transformation

We begin our 2008 series with an incisive look at what it really takes to see City transformation occur, featuring three leaders in city-reaching: JOHN EVANS, Chairman of the Board of Advancing Vibrant Communities and retired Chairman of Evans Companies; PASTOR ROSS BRILES, Senior Pastor of Sherwood Bible Church and community leader; and REV. MARVIN JACOBO, Director of City Life-Tapestry, Central Valley Youth for Christ.

AVC Family Christmas Special

Join us for a celebration of the birth of Christ! Incredible music, and a great new perspective on Christmas from Central Valley broadcasting legend Marty Lanser (voice of "Flying Blind Traffic")!

"Heaven" Ch. 13-14 121007

We explore the end of Ch. 13 and beginning of 14 of Randy Alcorn's "Heaven" book! The end of injustice and suffering...the New Jerusalem...comparing our mindsets with those of the Old Testament heroes! The Return to Relevancy series with Pastor Mike Douglass, Elaine Harlan, and Jon Engell.

Hunnicutt 121007

Missionary Todd Hunnicutt updates us on the Gospel reaching Slovenia, and the incredible timing God is arranging for an unusual opportunity to open minds and hearts to Christ!

None Forgotten Sober Living Homes 120307

Inspiring, street level straight up ministry! Gardol Wilson and the None Forgotten Sober Living Homes...be reminded with us of the tremendous way God is working in the lives of society's outcasts!

Modesto Homeless Shelter 112707

A behind-the-scenes look at the growing ministry of the 9th and "D" Homeless Shelter in Modesto, managed by the Salvation Army!

Visit with the D.A.! 111907

A with Stanislaus County's District Attorney, Birgit Fladager! Insights into the judicial system and how we can still make a difference!

110507 Veterans Day

An inspirational look at Veterans' Day, and a special tribute to Honor The Heroes! Guests: Peter Johansen, Steve Trapp, and Capt. Walt Butler from the Ceres Honor Guard.

Cambodia: The Taylors

Inspiring visit with Christian and Alison Taylor (and 5-month-old Hudson) and Danny, looking at their extraordinary ministry with Trailblazers and On The Frontline Ministries in Cambodia!

Chief Miguel/Dale Butler 100107

Disaster preparedness and what we can do as individuals to prepare for emergencies! With Modesto Fire Chief Jim Miguel, and Dale Butler from the Latino Emergency Communications council.

YWAM 100707

On the front lines, in the trenches, with our dynamic brothers from Youth With a Mission in Modesto!

102207 Dave Benton of KAMB

Lighthouse Live! kicks back with Dave Benton, well-known voice from Celebration Radio 101.5 KAMB! We explore God's calling, Christian radio yesterday and today, and the realities of modern ministry!

Reconciliation! 091707

A special look at the depths of personal, religious, and even political dynamics of reconciliation, with Dr. Michael Wright! You'll be touched, deep in your heart!

Red Cross 091007

Discover surprising depths of how the Red Cross serves you locally, as well as internationally! Special Guest: Rebecca Ciszek, Executive Director, American Red Cross, Stanislaus County Chapter.

Changing Face of United Way

The Changing Face of the United Way--a great interview with new CEO Tom Ciccarelli and Steve Smith about new paradigms for the United Way, and information on the new "2-1-1" referral system, just about ready to launch!