Breaking Through with Art and Friendship!

Art, photographs, and simple water color creations break through traumas to provide hope; and learn about new opportunities to provide "peer support" for seniors! Special Guests: Cynthia Wilson from Unique Imaging Art and Photo Therapy, and Jill Erickson from the Area Agency on Aging.

Dementia: Deeper Understanding

A revolutionary experience for caregivers: experiencing dementia first hand for deeper understanding and greater compassion. Guest Rick Carson and Susan Riner unfold the amazing "Dementia Tour"--a 10-minute surrealistic, virtual ride through the world of dementia, giving adult children of dementia patients and professional caregivers a better understanding of the challenges facec by their loved ones and patients!

Mission!

Mission and Calling! We explore how God uniquely calls us to mission far beyond our plans and dreams in this down-to-earth interview with Vern Deatherage and Brad Wilson from the Modesto Gospel Mission!

Miraculous Grace Under Trial!

Erica reached into the machine, heard a noise and felt a sting...her co-worker was shocked...she slowly realized her left arm was detached...and what follows is an incredible story of grace, visions of angels, and a powerful testament to God's glory through apparent tragedy. Special guest: Erica Custodio, with her husband Matthew, her brother Eric Domen, and fellow University of Phoenix student and AVC volunteer Pam Fairchild. ***Warning*** have supply of Kleenex ready while experiencing this broadcast...

Community!!

Community comes together to tackle the tough issues in our neighborhoods, through National Night Out, Weed and Seed Program, and Community Partnerships! Special Guests: Modesto Police Chief Mike Harden, Bev Hatcher (Weed and Seed Program), Bruce Lockard and Melanie (Parks and Recreation), Oran Woods (Community Leader/AVC Volunteer), and "God's Men at Work" (Terry, Lamont, and Anthony!

Preparing for Disaster!

Creatively preparing for the disasters that will come, through volunteer training in the Incident Command System, and through the Emergency Volunteer Center, coordinated by the United Way in Stanislaus County. Special Guests: Retired Fire Chief William Houk, United Way Stanislaus CEO Francine DiCiano, and Volunteer Center Director Barbara Borba.

"Becoming" (who I am!)

What's the real story behind being "born again?" Does it stop at salvation, or is there more? The deep discussion with Dr. Jim Henman looks behind the masks of "christianese", and tackles the real stuff of what it means to engage in the lifetime process of "becoming" (like Christ!). Please visit Dr. Henman's excellent website at www.cairforyou.com

Dick Hagerty

Celebrating "giving" (time, talent, and treasure) with special guest Dick Hagerty! Life lessons and strategic giving wisdom from people like Warren Buffett.

Miller's Place--Alzheimer's Care

A wonderful look into Miller's Place through Doctor's Hospital Foundation, and dynamic resources for Alzheimer's patients and the families who care for them. Special Guests: Sallie Bosch, Liz Fells, and Amy Vickery

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Inspiring story of AVC's "Furniture Friends!"--Retired men and a blind man, blessing the needy by delivering the simple things in life! Special Guests: Leonard Heisel, Ken Kline, Dave Hanneke, Dan "The Man" Diaz, and Furman Murillo

World Relief!

World Relief--fascinating stories about believers fleeing religious persecution in places like Iran, and the help they need to adjust to life in America and in the Central Valley! Special Guests: Lori Aderholt, Heather Mazza, Eulia Joseph, and Ramona Ruskamp.

Deep Faith!

The Doctor is in! Dr. Jim Henman takes us into the deep realms of faith...the heady stuff that happens, the incredible relationships that flourish when we talk out "Deep Faith"! Dr. Henman's website: http://www.cairforyou.com

Teen Challenge!

The "on the edge of your seat" story of Dennis Whitman--drugs, Timothy Leary, manslaughter, San Quentin--and then Jesus turns his world upside down...for good! Guest: Dennis Whitman, Executive Director of Teen Challenge, San Joaquin Valley 209-537-0606

State of the Ministry Calling 2010

The Annual "State of the Calling" Address...what's happening through AVC...what's in the future, with President Michael Douglass and Voices of Volunteers!

Helping Parolees Succeed!

PACT meetings bring community resources together to help recently released parolees succeed! You may be surprised at the help that is available! Special Guests: Ben Andrew Briggs (Turning Point), Joseph Cabral (Celebrate Recovery), Kathryn Jones (Golden Valley Health), and Marissa Sights (Child Support Services)

Soldier in the Trenches!

None Forgotten Sober Living Home ministry with Gardol Wilson...the real stuff of street ministries that changes lives!

Partnering with University of Phoenix

It's been our honor to partner with interns from the University of Phoenix! Tonight, we hear the student/volunteer's stories!

Mayor's Call to Prayer!

We pray over the seven "mountains" of our community tonight with Mayor Jim Ridenour, as he initiates an unprecidented CALL TO CITYWIDE PRAYER this week of April 19, 2010!
Special Guests: Guest Host Gayleen Terry, Mayor Jim Ridenour, Pastor Ross Briles, and Intercessors Lee Ockey, Jan Stambaugh, and Al Ramsey. Hosted by AVC's Michael Douglass and Elaine Harlan.

Shelter for Kids: Hutton House

A behind the scenes look at Hutton House, a unique oasis for shelter and hope for teens in trouble! Special Guest: Director Valerie Thompson

Passover Seder with Cheryl Birch

Take a fascinating walk with us through a Passover Seder with Rev. Cheryl Birch! For more information and resources, please visit www.cherylbirchministries.com
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