Connecting Faith

Dr. Melissa Mork, chair of psychology at the University of Northwestern - St. Paul talks about the toll social distancing can have and how to build emotional resilience into you and your family.  Chris Martin of LifeWay Social discusses ways to use platforms like Facebook and Zoom to stay connected.

What does it mean to live sacrificially during this pandemic crisis?  Professor Dr. Peter Kapsner shares his thoughts.  Then, Carmen talks with author and speaker Jamie Sumner about her book "Eat, Sleep, Save the World: Words of Encouragement for the Special Needs Parent."

Carmen checks in with Pastor Ben Johnson from the Acton Institute about the coronavirus crisis and how people are turning social distancing into opportunities for love and ministry.  Then, Michael Austin with Christian History Magazine talks about the power of friendship and how God uses our friends to minister to our soul.

Carmen talks with Bill English, founder of BibleandBusiness.com about how to work from home effectively and how to re-enter the job market during this time.  Then, pastor and author Don Everts shares highlights from his book "The Spiritually Vibrant Home: The Power of Messy Prayers, Loud Tables and Open Doors."

Actor Bruce Marchiano shares his experience of portraying Jesus on film and how it has impacted his life.  Then, Ruth Kramer from Mission Network News discusses how current world events are impacting Christian throughout the globe.

Carmen talks with Drew Griffin, Managing Editor of Providence. Drew was recently diagnosed with having contracted COVID-19 and shares what it's like to have the coronavirus.  Then, author and speaker Danielle Strickland takes us inside her book "Better Together: How Women and Men Can Heal the Divide and Work Together."

President of World Relief Scott Arbeiter shares how we as the Church can answer the call to care for the vulnerable in these days of fear and worry.  Then, Musician and author Michael Card highlights his book titled "John: The Gospel of Wisdom" and shares why this gospel is unique when compared to the other three.

We begin today's conversation with Rupert Shortt, author of "Outgrowing Dawkins: God for Grown-ups." Then, Carmen discusses current world headlines and how we can be praying for those most extremely impacted by the coronavirus.

Pastor Jason Meyer shares encouraging scripture and offers insight on how to offer people hope during this pandemic outbreak.  Then, Carmen talks with Adam Carrington about the latest political headlines and how we can be praying for our leaders.

Erin Paske of the Nashville Dyslexia Center, a longtime educator, offers practical advice for parents to keep their kids learning during the COVID-19 crisis.  Marcus Doe, author of "Catching Ricebirds," talks about how God helped him overcome a desire for vengeance after the Liberian civil war.