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.