http://www.fln.org Family Life Podcasts en Family Life Podcasts Family Life no Family Life Podcasts mail@fln.org ℗ & © 2012 Family Life 720 http://www.fln.org/sermon/family-life-report-5-16-12 http://www.fln.org/mediafiles/flr-05-16-12.mp3 Wed, 16 May 2012 15:09:51 GMT Rick Snavely fln,report,family,life,rick,snavely Gay marriage in New York State has already been decided. But could the law be repealed? It was in the highest court in New York yesterday in Rochester. In one corner was the State Senate. The other corner: New Yorkers for Constitutional Freedoms. The group argues that the law was created in a back room and violated open records laws. The President of New Yorkers for Constitutional Freedoms, Jason McQuire, explains what happened in the courtroom. http://www.fln.org/sermon/fl-news-gay-marriage-in-new-york http://www.fln.org/mediafiles/flnn-05-16-12-nygaymarriage.mp3 Wed, 16 May 2012 16:52:18 GMT Sarah Harnisch Gay marriage in New York State has already been decided. But could the law be repealed? It was in the highest court in New York yesterday in Rochester. In one corner was the State Senate. The other corner: New Yorkers for Constitutional Freedoms. The ... news,gay,marriage,law,new,york There are many good reasons families should fight for more time together. Join teacher and blogger Courtney Reissig for a conversation on intentional togetherness. http://www.fln.org/sermon/inside-out-245-choosing-family-togetherness http://www.fln.org/mediafiles/io-5-16-12-togetherness.mp3 Wed, 16 May 2012 13:03:45 GMT Martha Manikas-Foster There are many good reasons families should fight for more time together. Join teacher and blogger Courtney Reissig for a conversation on intentional togetherness. family,time http://www.fln.org/sermon/family-life-report-5-15-12 http://www.fln.org/mediafiles/flr-5-15-12.mp3 Tue, 15 May 2012 15:50:14 GMT Rick Snavely fln,report,family,life,rick,snavely Susan Colwell is the executive director of the St. Susan Center in Jamestown. She talks about what makes this ministry so unique, and so vital in today's economy http://www.fln.org/sermon/fl-news-people-making-a-difference http://www.fln.org/mediafiles/flnews-people-making-a-difference.mp3 Tue, 15 May 2012 19:33:10 GMT Bob Price Susan Colwell is the executive director of the St. Susan Center in Jamestown. She talks about what makes this ministry so unique, and so vital in today's economy difference,soup,kitchen,saint_susan http://www.fln.org/sermon/family-life-report-5-14-12 http://www.fln.org/mediafiles/flr-05-14-12.mp3 Mon, 14 May 2012 15:01:56 GMT Rick Snavely fln,report,family,life,rick,snavely Each week, Family Life discusses current events and issues through the biblical worldview with an in-studio guest Pastor. This week we are asking the question, "Is Youth Ministry Working?". Our guest on Pastor Chat is Pastor Dave Bretch who is Senior Pastor of the Beartown Road Alliance Church in Painted Post, NY. After listening to the podcast, join in on the discussion below. http://www.fln.org/sermon/pastor-chat-is-youth-ministry-working http://www.fln.org/mediafiles/pastor-chat-5-14-12.mp3 Mon, 14 May 2012 17:39:59 GMT Jay LaScolea Each week, Family Life discusses current events and issues through the biblical worldview with an in-studio guest Pastor. This week we are asking the question, "Is Youth Ministry Working?". Our guest on Pastor Chat is Pastor Dave Bretch who ... pastor_chat,dave_bretch,youth_ministry http://www.fln.org/sermon/family-life-report-5-11-12 http://www.fln.org/mediafiles/flr-5-11-12.mp3 Fri, 11 May 2012 15:58:08 GMT Rick Snavely fln,report,family,life,rick,snavely There are several legislative issues in NY and PA affecting faith and family. This week on Capital Connection, we're highlighting some of the most important issues you should know about. http://www.fln.org/sermon/fl-news-capital-connection-faith-and-family-issues-in-ny-and-pa http://www.fln.org/mediafiles/flnn-051112-capital.mp3 Fri, 11 May 2012 17:42:52 GMT Bob Price There are several legislative issues in NY and PA affecting faith and family. This week on Capital Connection, we're highlighting some of the most important issues you should know about. capital_connection http://www.fln.org/sermon/family-life-report-5-10-12 http://www.fln.org/mediafiles/flr-5-10-12.mp3 Thu, 10 May 2012 16:04:02 GMT Rick Snavely fln,report,family,life,rick,snavely Dr. Ralph Kerr of the Teaching & Learning Institute talks with Cecil about next week’s school board and school budget elections going on across NY state. They discuss the budget priorities, cost-cutting measures, the property tax cap, reserve fund use and how to evaluate candidates for school board. Learn more at www.teachingandlearninginstitute.org or read Ralph’s blog at www.fln.org/media http://www.fln.org/sermon/tli-key-issues-in-next-weeks-nys-school-boardbudget-voting http://www.fln.org/mediafiles/tli-051012-boardbudget.mp3 Thu, 10 May 2012 16:03:30 GMT Cecil Van Houten Dr. Ralph Kerr of the Teaching & Learning Institute talks with Cecil about next week’s school board and school budget elections going on across NY state. They discuss the budget priorities, cost-cutting measures, the property tax cap, reserve ... teaching,learning With a new song, "Everything You Are" on Family Life, Jaime Jamgochian is plenty busy. She took time to chat with Terese Main about her projects, and her upcoming visit to New York and Pennsylvania. http://www.fln.org/sermon/jaime-jamgochian-everything-you-are http://www.fln.org/mediafiles/jaimejam.mp3 Wed, 09 May 2012 20:40:39 GMT With a new song, "Everything You Are" on Family Life, Jaime Jamgochian is plenty busy. She took time to chat with Terese Main about her projects, and her upcoming visit to New York and Pennsylvania. Written by Temple Bailey, this mother's journey is a tribute to all Mommies who walk boldly with God and help to train up their children in the way they should go! http://www.fln.org/sermon/a-mothers-walk-by-temple-bailey http://www.fln.org/mediafiles/mothers-journey.mp3 Wed, 09 May 2012 11:42:29 GMT Rachelle Renee Written by Temple Bailey, this mother's journey is a tribute to all Mommies who walk boldly with God and help to train up their children in the way they should go! mother,temple,journey,walk Author Michelle Van Loon is the author of the her.meneutics blog post: “Is It a Sin to Look Your Age?” We talk about beauty, age, fear and even radical women. http://www.fln.org/sermon/inside-out-244-looking-your-age http://www.fln.org/mediafiles/io-5-9-12-lookingage.mp3 Wed, 09 May 2012 12:44:54 GMT Martha Manikas-Foster Author Michelle Van Loon is the author of the her.meneutics blog post: “Is It a Sin to Look Your Age?” We talk about beauty, age, fear and even radical women. looking_your_age Lamplighter President Mark Hamby says Christians need to lead the culture, not follow it. That's why he's sponsoring a special guild for gifted teens this summer in the Catskills http://www.fln.org/sermon/fl-news-christian-exceptionalism http://www.fln.org/mediafiles/flnn-05912-exceptionalism.mp3 Wed, 09 May 2012 14:59:01 GMT Bob Price Lamplighter President Mark Hamby says Christians need to lead the culture, not follow it. That's why he's sponsoring a special guild for gifted teens this summer in the Catskills culture,lamplighter http://www.fln.org/sermon/family-life-report-5-9-12 http://www.fln.org/mediafiles/flr-5-9-12.mp3 Wed, 09 May 2012 15:19:31 GMT Rick Snavely fln,report,family,life,rick,snavely http://www.fln.org/sermon/family-life-report-5-8-12 http://www.fln.org/mediafiles/flr-5-8-12.mp3 Tue, 08 May 2012 15:21:29 GMT Rick Snavely fln,report,family,life,rick,snavely http://www.fln.org/sermon/family-life-report-5-7-12 http://www.fln.org/mediafiles/flr-5-7-12.mp3 Mon, 07 May 2012 15:19:41 GMT Rick Snavely fln,report,family,life,rick,snavely http://www.fln.org/sermon/pastor-chat-income-redistribution http://www.fln.org/mediafiles/pc-050712-wealth.mp3 Mon, 07 May 2012 17:36:08 GMT Jay LaScolea pastor_chat,joe_covington,wealth_redistribution The Grace house is a christian-based half-way home for ex-inmates in Chemung County, NY. It provides life-skills these men need to make them productive members of society http://www.fln.org/sermon/fl-news-a-new-ministry-for-inmates-in-elmira http://www.fln.org/mediafiles/flnn-05312-inmates.mp3 Thu, 03 May 2012 19:50:03 GMT Bob Price The Grace house is a christian-based half-way home for ex-inmates in Chemung County, NY. It provides life-skills these men need to make them productive members of society inmates Redistricting is a very important process that decides the political boundary lines. But has it become too political in and of itself ? Let's talk about it, next on capital connection. http://www.fln.org/sermon/fl-news-capital-connection-the-politics-of-redistricting http://www.fln.org/mediafiles/flnn-05312-capital.mp3 Thu, 03 May 2012 19:54:13 GMT Bob Price Redistricting is a very important process that decides the political boundary lines. But has it become too political in and of itself ? Let's talk about it, next on capital connection. capital_connection http://www.fln.org/sermon/family-life-report-5-3-12 http://www.fln.org/mediafiles/flr-5-3-12.mp3 Thu, 03 May 2012 19:58:51 GMT Jeff Harmon fln,report,family,life,rick,snavely As promised in his State of the State message earlier this year, Gov. Cuomo has established an education reform commission composed of a wide range of educators and businesspeople to take a hard look at the 7 areas of concern in reforming the state's educational system. Dr. Ralph Kerr of TLI and Cecil discuss the work of the commission and possible outcomes. More info at www.teachingandlearninginstitute.org and www.fln/org/media. http://www.fln.org/sermon/tli-governor-cuomo-establishes-ny-education-reform-commission http://www.fln.org/mediafiles/tli-05-312-cuomo.mp3 Wed, 02 May 2012 14:52:20 GMT Cecil Van Houten As promised in his State of the State message earlier this year, Gov. Cuomo has established an education reform commission composed of a wide range of educators and businesspeople to take a hard look at the 7 areas of concern in reforming the ... teaching,learning Trina Holden, from Ovid, New York, is a stay-at-home mom, a whole-foods chef, and also blogs. She published her own book called Real Fast Food. In this interview, she tells us how you can print your own book without a publisher, and explains how she feeds her family whole foods on a realistic time schedule. http://www.fln.org/sermon/fl-news-real-fast-food http://www.fln.org/mediafiles/flnn-043012-fastfood.mp3 Tue, 01 May 2012 18:36:13 GMT Sarah Harnisch Trina Holden, from Ovid, New York, is a stay-at-home mom, a whole-foods chef, and also blogs. She published her own book called Real Fast Food. In this interview, she tells us how you can print your own book without a publisher, and explains how she ... holden,food,real_fast_food Our guest on Pastor Chat is Pastor Jeff McDowell who is the Senior Pastor of Centenary United Methodist Church in Bath, NY. http://www.fln.org/sermon/pastor-chat-prayer http://www.fln.org/mediafiles/pc-120430-prayer.mp3 Mon, 30 Apr 2012 17:20:12 GMT Jay LaScolea Our guest on Pastor Chat is Pastor Jeff McDowell who is the Senior Pastor of Centenary United Methodist Church in Bath, NY. pastor,chat,jeff,mcdowell What's it like to live "in Christ"? April, Nicole and Mary share their personal faith walks. http://www.fln.org/sermon/she-says-36-living-the-in-christ-life http://www.fln.org/mediafiles/ss36-120427-living-in-christ.mp3 Fri, 27 Apr 2012 20:03:43 GMT She Says What's it like to live "in Christ"? April, Nicole and Mary share their personal faith walks. christ,personal,faith,she,says Dr. Ralph Kerr, President of the Teaching & Learning Institute and Cecil talk about the upcoming school budget/school board voting day, May 15. Both school budgets will be voted on as well as candidates for school board. Each district in NYS will hold an informational meeting between now and May 15. http://www.fln.org/sermon/tli-are-you-ready-to-vote http://www.fln.org/mediafiles/tli-042612-teaching.mp3 Thu, 26 Apr 2012 13:08:28 GMT Cecil Van Houten Dr. Ralph Kerr, President of the Teaching & Learning Institute and Cecil talk about the upcoming school budget/school board voting day, May 15. Both school budgets will be voted on as well as candidates for school board. Each district in NYS will ... teaching,learning An effort in NY to open up 7 new casinos is concerning to pro-family groups. In PA, the impact of 7 years of gambling is also being felt. http://www.fln.org/sermon/fl-news-capital-connection-gambling-expansion-in-ny-and-pa http://www.fln.org/mediafiles/flnn-042612-capital.mp3 Thu, 26 Apr 2012 18:48:16 GMT Bob Price An effort in NY to open up 7 new casinos is concerning to pro-family groups. In PA, the impact of 7 years of gambling is also being felt. http://www.fln.org/sermon/pastor-chat-blended-families http://www.fln.org/mediafiles/pc-042312-blendedfamilies.mp3 Mon, 23 Apr 2012 16:50:09 GMT Jay LaScolea pastor_chat,steve_mceuen,blended_families Kelly Crawford is a mom of nine and author of the blog "Generation Cedar", rooted in Psalm 92:12. She recently authored a post called "Raising Men". Ever feel like you can't contain your sons? Here are tips from a seasoned mom filled with godly wisdom. http://www.fln.org/sermon/fl-news-raising-men http://www.fln.org/mediafiles/flnn-042012-raisingmen.mp3 Fri, 20 Apr 2012 13:09:34 GMT Sarah Harnisch Kelly Crawford is a mom of nine and author of the blog "Generation Cedar", rooted in Psalm 92:12. She recently authored a post called "Raising Men". Ever feel like you can't contain your sons? Here are tips from a seasoned ... There is an effort underway by the federal labor department to restrict teenagers access to heavy equipment on family farms. Family Life takes a look at the impact that will have in NY and PA. http://www.fln.org/sermon/fl-news-new-rules-for-family-farms http://www.fln.org/mediafiles/flnn-042012-teenagers.mp3 Fri, 20 Apr 2012 16:14:14 GMT Bob Price There is an effort underway by the federal labor department to restrict teenagers access to heavy equipment on family farms. Family Life takes a look at the impact that will have in NY and PA. teenagers Few people realize that media mogul and radio and TV icon Dick Clark got his start in upstate New York. We're talking to a local pop culture professor about his humble beginnings. http://www.fln.org/sermon/fl-news-dick-clarks-connection-to-upstate-new-york http://www.fln.org/mediafiles/flnn-042012-dickclark.mp3 Fri, 20 Apr 2012 16:17:56 GMT Bob Price Few people realize that media mogul and radio and TV icon Dick Clark got his start in upstate New York. We're talking to a local pop culture professor about his humble beginnings. dick_clark Capital Connection gives listeners direct access to what's happening at the seats of power in NY and PA. http://www.fln.org/sermon/fl-news-capital-connection http://www.fln.org/mediafiles/flnn-042012-capital.mp3 Fri, 20 Apr 2012 18:31:49 GMT Bob Price Capital Connection gives listeners direct access to what's happening at the seats of power in NY and PA. capital_connection Dr. Ralph Kerr of the Teaching & Learning Institute talks with Cecil about the results of a new study done by Fordham University on teaching science in K-12 in New York and Pennsylvania. New York scored a B+ while Pennsylvania scored a D. Learn more about what areas of teaching are producing positive results and which aren’t; the areas that need more attention in each state and the implications for district evaluations as a result of the success or failure of the science programs. http://www.fln.org/sermon/tli-fordham-university-studies-science-teaching-in-ny-and-pa-schools http://www.fln.org/mediafiles/tli-041912-teaching.mp3 Thu, 19 Apr 2012 13:11:40 GMT Cecil Van Houten Dr. Ralph Kerr of the Teaching & Learning Institute talks with Cecil about the results of a new study done by Fordham University on teaching science in K-12 in New York and Pennsylvania. New York scored a B+ while Pennsylvania scored a D. Learn ... teaching,learning Join us for a conversation about advanced reproductive technologies with Ellen Painter Dollar, author of “No Easy Choice: A Story of Disability, Parenthood, and Faith in an Age of Advanced Reproduction.” http://www.fln.org/sermon/inside-out-243-ethics-of-reproduction-technology http://www.fln.org/mediafiles/io-041812-reproductive.mp3 Wed, 18 Apr 2012 12:45:34 GMT Martha Manikas-Foster Join us for a conversation about advanced reproductive technologies with Ellen Painter Dollar, author of “No Easy Choice: A Story of Disability, Parenthood, and Faith in an Age of Advanced Reproduction.” babies,reproductive,technology New York has an unemployment rate of 8.5 percent. Eight in every one hundred people need a job. But a state senator from Olean has two plans in the works to create thousands of more jobs in the Empire state. The first is called "Hire Now New York", the second, "Hire-A-Vet." Family Life's Sarah Harnisch spoke with bill co-sponsor Cathy Young. This is their conversation. http://www.fln.org/sermon/fl-news-jobs-for-new-york http://www.fln.org/mediafiles/flnn-041612-jobs.mp3 Mon, 16 Apr 2012 14:07:51 GMT Sarah Harnisch New York has an unemployment rate of 8.5 percent. Eight in every one hundred people need a job. But a state senator from Olean has two plans in the works to create thousands of more jobs in the Empire state. The first is called "Hire Now New ... jobs,olean http://www.fln.org/sermon/pastor-chat-marriage-matters http://www.fln.org/mediafiles/pc-041612-marriagematters.mp3 Mon, 16 Apr 2012 17:52:34 GMT Bob Price pastor_chat,dave_bretch,marriage_matters There's a story of the sinking of the Titanic that you may have never heard. Ron Hutchcraft shared it with us during Family Life's Spring Sharathon. See if it makes you think differently about souls who are spiritually sunk. http://www.fln.org/sermon/tale-of-two-titanics http://www.fln.org/mediafiles/hutchcraftpodcast.wav Thu, 12 Apr 2012 19:18:40 GMT Sharathon 2012 There's a story of the sinking of the Titanic that you may have never heard. Ron Hutchcraft shared it with us during Family Life's Spring Sharathon. See if it makes you think differently about souls who are spiritually sunk. A Christian author and child of medical missionaries shares her story of how she lost her religion... and then found it again. http://www.fln.org/sermon/fl-news-why-young-people-are-leaving-the-church http://www.fln.org/mediafiles/flnn-041112-youngleaving.mp3 Wed, 11 Apr 2012 17:16:43 GMT Bob Price A Christian author and child of medical missionaries shares her story of how she lost her religion... and then found it again. faith,medical,missionary 10-year-old Kayla Flaitz is from Hornell, New York. In April, she is shipping 13 boxes of clothing in a car that she collected for people in Ghana, Africa. Family Life's Sarah Harnisch spoke with Kayla before the boxes shipped. http://www.fln.org/sermon/kindness-through-klothing-with-kayla http://www.fln.org/mediafiles/flnn-041012-clothingboxes.mp3 Tue, 10 Apr 2012 14:55:26 GMT Sarah Harnisch 10-year-old Kayla Flaitz is from Hornell, New York. In April, she is shipping 13 boxes of clothing in a car that she collected for people in Ghana, Africa. Family Life's Sarah Harnisch spoke with Kayla before the boxes shipped. kayla,boxes,clothing http://www.fln.org/sermon/pastor-chat-gambling http://www.fln.org/mediafiles/pc-gambling-040912.mp3 Mon, 09 Apr 2012 19:08:05 GMT Jay LaScolea pastor_chat,scott_lowmaster,gambling http://www.fln.org/sermon/fl-news-remembering-the-titanic http://www.fln.org/mediafiles/flnn-titanic-040912.mp3 Mon, 09 Apr 2012 23:54:46 GMT Sarah Harnisch titanic,watkins_glenn,john's_bed_and_breakfast Cecil spends a few minutes with Francesca Battistelli talking about the message behind the song 'Angel By Your Side'. http://www.fln.org/sermon/artist-interview-francesca-battistelli-angel-by-your-side http://www.fln.org/mediafiles/artistinterview-04512-francesca.mp3 Thu, 05 Apr 2012 20:27:50 GMT Cecil Van Houten Cecil spends a few minutes with Francesca Battistelli talking about the message behind the song 'Angel By Your Side'. francesca_battistelli Dr. Ralph Kerr of the Teaching & Learning Institute talks with Cecil about the wide latitude that exists for speaking about Easter and the history of the Christian faith in public schools. Too often teachers who wish to uphold Judeo-Christian values shy away from the topic because of fear of 'separation of church and state' issues. Those fears for the most part are unfounded. More information at www.teachingandlearninginstitute.org; read Ralph's blog at www.fln.org/media. http://www.fln.org/sermon/tli-good-news-for-easter http://www.fln.org/mediafiles/tli-04512-teaching.mp3 Thu, 05 Apr 2012 14:31:46 GMT Cecil Van Houten Dr. Ralph Kerr of the Teaching & Learning Institute talks with Cecil about the wide latitude that exists for speaking about Easter and the history of the Christian faith in public schools. Too often teachers who wish to uphold Judeo-Christian ... teaching,learning http://www.fln.org/sermon/fl-news-reflections-on-the-crucifixion http://www.fln.org/mediafiles/flnn-040412-crucifixion.mp3 Wed, 04 Apr 2012 00:04:15 GMT Bob Price crusifixion,easter,pastors Join guest Caryn Rivadeneira as we talk about her February 2012 blog post “Duke It Out for Them: Why Kids Need to See Their Parents Fight.” http://www.fln.org/sermon/inside-out-242-what-children-learn-when-we-fight-fair http://www.fln.org/mediafiles/io-040412-fightfair.mp3 Wed, 04 Apr 2012 18:52:51 GMT Martha Manikas-Foster Join guest Caryn Rivadeneira as we talk about her February 2012 blog post “Duke It Out for Them: Why Kids Need to See Their Parents Fight.” parents,fight,duke,kids Beyond bunnies and baskets, Easter is about the greatest gift ever. Rachelle's son, Sammy sweetly tells how Jesus came to be crucified and victoriously rose from the tomb! Little brother, Caleb, contributes the song at the end. http://www.fln.org/sermon/the-easter-story-by-sammy http://www.fln.org/mediafiles/sammyeaster.mp3 Tue, 03 Apr 2012 16:29:05 GMT Beyond bunnies and baskets, Easter is about the greatest gift ever. Rachelle's son, Sammy sweetly tells how Jesus came to be crucified and victoriously rose from the tomb! Little brother, Caleb, contributes the song at the end. The Manhattan Declaration is a petition signed by more then a half million Christians. It declares a stand for life, religious liberty, and traditional marriage. Family Life's Sarah Harnisch sat down with one of the three writers of the declaration, Dr. Robby George of Princeton University, before he delivers the letter to the President of the United States. http://www.fln.org/sermon/fl-news-the-manhattan-declaration http://www.fln.org/mediafiles/flnn-040312-manhattan.mp3 Mon, 02 Apr 2012 17:01:51 GMT Sarah Harnisch The Manhattan Declaration is a petition signed by more then a half million Christians. It declares a stand for life, religious liberty, and traditional marriage. Family Life's Sarah Harnisch sat down with one of the three writers of the ... manhattan Palm Sunday and Easter Sunday are celebrated a bit differently if you're living in Jerusalem. Dr. David Decker is currently a missionary in Israel, and has been in the Middle East for 30 years. He spoke with our own Sarah Harnisch over an international phone call about what it's like to experience the Holy Week from the inside of the world's most famous city. http://www.fln.org/sermon/fl-news-easter-in-jerusalem http://www.fln.org/mediafiles/flnn-040212-easter.mp3 Mon, 02 Apr 2012 19:50:32 GMT Sarah Harnisch Palm Sunday and Easter Sunday are celebrated a bit differently if you're living in Jerusalem. Dr. David Decker is currently a missionary in Israel, and has been in the Middle East for 30 years. He spoke with our own Sarah Harnisch over an ... palm_sunday,easter http://www.fln.org/sermon/pastor-chat-the-healthcare-debate http://www.fln.org/mediafiles/pc-040212-healthcare.mp3 Mon, 02 Apr 2012 14:07:44 GMT Jay LaScolea pastor_chat,the_healthcare_debate Ralph and Cecil discuss the pending approval of the NYS budget and the implications that will have on local school districts in terms of state aid. Since school budgets have to be finalized by the end of April decisions will need to be made by local school boards quickly regarding cuts in programs, staff and services, the property tax cap and how to deal with the growing unrest in many districts. http://www.fln.org/sermon/tli-nys-budget-to-pass-what-it-means-for-local-schools http://www.fln.org/mediafiles/tli-032912-teaching.mp3 Thu, 29 Mar 2012 13:35:05 GMT Cecil Van Houten Ralph and Cecil discuss the pending approval of the NYS budget and the implications that will have on local school districts in terms of state aid. Since school budgets have to be finalized by the end of April decisions will need to be made by local ... teaching,learning Judy Palmer Beardlsee is a cancer survivor from Troy, Pennsylvania, in Bradford County. Each year, she buys chocolate, pours it into hundred of molds in the shape of crosses, and sells them for 50 cents a piece. It's to raise cash for cancer research. Morning news anchor Sarah Harnisch talked with Judy to learn more about Crosses for Cancer. http://www.fln.org/sermon/fl-news-crosses-for-cancer http://www.fln.org/mediafiles/flnn-032912-cancer.mp3 Thu, 29 Mar 2012 18:08:44 GMT Sarah Harnisch Judy Palmer Beardlsee is a cancer survivor from Troy, Pennsylvania, in Bradford County. Each year, she buys chocolate, pours it into hundred of molds in the shape of crosses, and sells them for 50 cents a piece. It's to raise cash for cancer ... cancer Dr. Carl Moeller has just returned from Egypt and describes the desperate situation of the persecuted church in that country. Moeller is the President/CEO of Open Doors USA. http://www.fln.org/sermon/inside-out-241-persecuted-church-egypt http://www.fln.org/mediafiles/io-032812-egypt.mp3 Wed, 28 Mar 2012 13:16:41 GMT Martha Manikas-Foster Dr. Carl Moeller has just returned from Egypt and describes the desperate situation of the persecuted church in that country. Moeller is the President/CEO of Open Doors USA. egypt The ramifications of the Supreme Court decision on the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act are huge. Family Life takes a closer look at what's at stake. http://www.fln.org/sermon/fl-news-health-care-and-the-high-court http://www.fln.org/mediafiles/flnn-032812-healthcare.mp3 Wed, 28 Mar 2012 20:54:02 GMT Bob Price The ramifications of the Supreme Court decision on the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act are huge. Family Life takes a closer look at what's at stake. patient_protection,affordable_care Last week, a license plate went on sale in Texas that reads "One State Under God". It features three crosses on a hill to represent the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. Proceeds from the sale of the plate benefit a ministry called Glory Gang, that buses 350 low-income kids to camps, Christian services on Sunday, and covers tennis shoes and toys at Christmas. But the Texas Freedom Network said states need to be careful when giving the government authority to favor a particular religion. They said "that's what bumper stickers are for." Richard Konderla is the lead pastor of the Glory Gang. He spoke with our Sarah Harnisch about the plates and their ministry. http://www.fln.org/sermon/fl-news-christian-license-plates-yay-or-nay http://www.fln.org/mediafiles/flnn-032712-christianplates.mp3 Tue, 27 Mar 2012 15:57:43 GMT Sarah Harnisch Last week, a license plate went on sale in Texas that reads "One State Under God". It features three crosses on a hill to represent the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. Proceeds from the sale of the plate benefit a ministry called ... christian_license_plates One in every three veterans over the age of 25 is unemployed. "Hiring our Heroes" is a government program that helps our veterans find jobs. In the last 12 months, they have paired 85-hundred U.S. soldiers with jobs. There were several job fairs held in New York and Pennsylvania. The program just celebrated its one year anniversary. Ross Cullen is the Senior Director of "Hiring Our Heroes." He spoke with Family Life morning news anchor Sarah Harnisch. http://www.fln.org/sermon/fl-news-hiring-our-heroes Mon, 26 Mar 2012 14:22:31 GMT Sarah Harnisch One in every three veterans over the age of 25 is unemployed. "Hiring our Heroes" is a government program that helps our veterans find jobs. In the last 12 months, they have paired 85-hundred U.S. soldiers with jobs. There were several job ... veterans,hiring,heroes,government http://www.fln.org/sermon/pastor-chat-money-materialism http://www.fln.org/mediafiles/pc-money-032612.mp3 Mon, 26 Mar 2012 20:13:32 GMT Jay LaScolea pastor_chat,money_and_materialism 27 years ago, Villanova put the Madness in the March Madness college basketball tournament. http://www.fln.org/sermon/fl-news-the-perfect-game http://www.fln.org/mediafiles/flnn-032312-marchmadness.mp3 Fri, 23 Mar 2012 15:15:56 GMT Bob Price 27 years ago, Villanova put the Madness in the March Madness college basketball tournament. march_madness Dr. Ralph Kerr of the Teaching & Learning Institute talks with Cecil about the growing problem of students dropping out and not graduating. The federal government has proposed a law that all students must stay in school until they’re 18, but will forcing them really work? What are the downsides for the individual student and society when they do not graduate? What is the role of parents in the process. Learn more at www.teachingandlearninginstitute.org and read Ralph’s blog at www.fln.org/media http://www.fln.org/sermon/tli-dropout-rates-threaten-educational-goals http://www.fln.org/mediafiles/tli-032212-dropout.mp3 Thu, 22 Mar 2012 14:49:26 GMT Cecil Van Houten Dr. Ralph Kerr of the Teaching & Learning Institute talks with Cecil about the growing problem of students dropping out and not graduating. The federal government has proposed a law that all students must stay in school until they’re 18, but ... Guest Marlena Graves shares about avoiding infidelity by staying close both to God and your spouse. Graves is the author of the blog post “Toying with Adultery?” http://www.fln.org/sermon/inside-out-240-avoiding-adultery http://www.fln.org/mediafiles/io-032112-adultrey.mp3 Wed, 21 Mar 2012 12:58:17 GMT Martha Manikas-Foster Guest Marlena Graves shares about avoiding infidelity by staying close both to God and your spouse. Graves is the author of the blog post “Toying with Adultery?” adultery Is the American church reaching the Post-Modern generation? Our guest on "Pastor Chat" is Jim Ellis from Bentley Creek Baptist Church in Ridgebury Township, PA. After listening to the podcast, join in on the discussion below. http://www.fln.org/sermon/pastor-chat-user-friendly-churches http://www.fln.org/mediafiles/pc-120319-user-friendly.mp3 Mon, 19 Mar 2012 16:49:38 GMT Jay LaScolea Is the American church reaching the Post-Modern generation? Our guest on "Pastor Chat" is Jim Ellis from Bentley Creek Baptist Church in Ridgebury Township, PA. After listening to the podcast, join in on the discussion below. pastor_chat_friendly_post_modern Ed Cox is the New York State Republican Chairman, and the son-in-law of former President Richard Nixon. He spoke with our Sarah Harnisch, and laid out the race for Kirsten Gillibrand's U.S. Senate seat, and New York's importance in the Presidential race. http://www.fln.org/sermon/fl-news-ed-cox-talks-new-yorks-senate-seat http://www.fln.org/mediafiles/flnn-031612-senateseat.mp3 Fri, 16 Mar 2012 16:26:09 GMT Sarah Harnisch Ed Cox is the New York State Republican Chairman, and the son-in-law of former President Richard Nixon. He spoke with our Sarah Harnisch, and laid out the race for Kirsten Gillibrand's U.S. Senate seat, and New York's importance in the ... nys_senate_seat It's the 150th anniversary of the American Civil War, and a local author has just released a gritty re-telling of the greatest battle of that four year engagement. Ralph Peters from Schuylkill Haven, recounts in a new book the three day struggle fought in the southern Pennsylvania farming town of Gettysburg. Let's take a listen. http://www.fln.org/sermon/fl-news-cain-at-gettyburg http://www.fln.org/mediafiles/flnn-031612-gettysburg.mp3 Fri, 16 Mar 2012 14:49:46 GMT Jay LaScolea It's the 150th anniversary of the American Civil War, and a local author has just released a gritty re-telling of the greatest battle of that four year engagement. Ralph Peters from Schuylkill Haven, recounts in a new book the three day struggle ... american_civil_war In this Issues in Education segment, Dr. Ralph Kerr of the Teaching and Learning Institute talks with Cecil about reasons to run for the local school board, including the opportunities and challenges of bring Judeo-Christian values to the process. Learn more at www.teachingandlearninginstitute.org and read Ralph's blog at www.fln.org/media http://www.fln.org/sermon/tli-10-reasons-to-run-for-school-board http://www.fln.org/mediafiles/tli-031312-teaching.mp3 Thu, 15 Mar 2012 20:39:37 GMT Cecil Van Houten In this Issues in Education segment, Dr. Ralph Kerr of the Teaching and Learning Institute talks with Cecil about reasons to run for the local school board, including the opportunities and challenges of bring Judeo-Christian values to the process. ... teaching,learning,judeo-christian In her latest book, "God Loves Broken People (And Those Who Pretend They're Not)," Sheila Walsh offers the comfort and healing that can only come from Jesus. http://www.fln.org/sermon/sheila-walsh-god-loves-broken-people http://www.fln.org/mediafiles/12-0313-sheila-walshpodcast.mp3 Wed, 14 Mar 2012 00:55:59 GMT In her latest book, "God Loves Broken People (And Those Who Pretend They're Not)," Sheila Walsh offers the comfort and healing that can only come from Jesus. The Newsboys will be in concert at The Peckville Assembly of God in Blakley, PA on Friday March, 23rd and Sonny had a chance to catch up with a very candid Duncan Phillips. Duncan shares that the band was hurt by criticism of Michael Tait and wondered if the Newsboys would call it quits. They didn't. And now they feel 'Born Again'. http://www.fln.org/sermon/artist-interview-duncan-phillips-speaks-from-the-heart http://www.fln.org/mediafiles/artistinterview-031312-newsboys.mp3 Tue, 13 Mar 2012 20:02:58 GMT Sonny Delfyette The Newsboys will be in concert at The Peckville Assembly of God in Blakley, PA on Friday March, 23rd and Sonny had a chance to catch up with a very candid Duncan Phillips. Duncan shares that the band was hurt by criticism of Michael Tait and ... newsboys A movie that forces people of faith to show compassion to those caught up in the homosexual life-style will be shown this month at a church near Binghamton. It's a christian movie that deals with forgiveness and reconciliation http://www.fln.org/sermon/fl-news-a-proper-christian-response-to-homosexuality http://www.fln.org/mediafiles/flnn-031312-homosexuality.mp3 Tue, 13 Mar 2012 16:04:57 GMT Bob Price A movie that forces people of faith to show compassion to those caught up in the homosexual life-style will be shown this month at a church near Binghamton. It's a christian movie that deals with forgiveness and reconciliation homosexual,gay,movie Jeff and Kathryn Piotrowski are a Christian storm-chasing team. They were on the ground in Henryville, Indiana when the F4 twister touched down March 2nd, 2012. They saw the Joplin, Missouri tornado touch down last year. They have covered over 750 tornadoes, every major hurricane in the U.S., and thousands of storms over 30 years. This podcast is the raw, unedited version of morning news anchor Sarah Harnisch's talk with the team about what it's like to chase storms, how long you have to take cover once you can see a tornado, the safest places to hide, and how to keep your faith when you see tremendous devastation. http://www.fln.org/sermon/fl-news-tornado-terror-married-storm-chasing-team-explains-how-to-stay-alive http://www.fln.org/mediafiles/flnn-031212-stormchasing.mp3 Mon, 12 Mar 2012 19:10:23 GMT Sarah Harnisch Jeff and Kathryn Piotrowski are a Christian storm-chasing team. They were on the ground in Henryville, Indiana when the F4 twister touched down March 2nd, 2012. They saw the Joplin, Missouri tornado touch down last year. They have covered over 750 ... storm_chasing,tornado Dr. Ralph Kerr and Cecil discuss some of the top reasons why you should NOT run for a school board position, including your temperment, ability to work with others, personal agendas and more. Read Ralph's blog at www.fln.org/media or learn more at www.teachingandlearninginstitute.org. http://www.fln.org/sermon/tli-issues-in-education-reasons-not-to-run-for-school-board http://www.fln.org/mediafiles/tli-030812-notrunningforboard.mp3 Thu, 08 Mar 2012 15:52:33 GMT Cecil Van Houten Dr. Ralph Kerr and Cecil discuss some of the top reasons why you should NOT run for a school board position, including your temperment, ability to work with others, personal agendas and more. Read Ralph's blog at www.fln.org/media or learn more ... Jim Bob and Michelle Duggar are the parents to 19 children. They're out with a new book called "A Love That Multiplies: A Close Up View of How They Make It Work." Morning Family Life News Anchor Sarah Harnisch asked the couple what they do about energy levels in the house, how they make time for so many children, how they deal with miscarriage, and even how much they spend on Christmas. http://duggarfamily.com http://www.fln.org/sermon/fl-news-parenting-101-with-the-duggars http://www.fln.org/mediafiles/flnn-030812-duggars.mp3 Thu, 08 Mar 2012 15:10:12 GMT Sarah Harnisch Jim Bob and Michelle Duggar are the parents to 19 children. They're out with a new book called "A Love That Multiplies: A Close Up View of How They Make It Work." Morning Family Life News Anchor Sarah Harnisch asked the couple what ... duggar Of special interest to widows and widowers: Mary Elliott's brief Bible survey on how God’s care is like that of the best of husbands. Her book is Living Isaiah 54: Your Maker is Your Husband. http://www.fln.org/sermon/inside-out-239-comfort-in-widowhood http://www.fln.org/mediafiles/io-03712-widowhood.mp3 Wed, 07 Mar 2012 14:02:23 GMT Martha Manikas-Foster Of special interest to widows and widowers: Mary Elliott's brief Bible survey on how God’s care is like that of the best of husbands. Her book is Living Isaiah 54: Your Maker is Your Husband. widows Pennsylvania is the sixth most populous state in the nation. Keystone State Governor Tom Corbett spoke exclusively with our newsroom. He talked about being a first time grandfather to "Chipmunk", discussed his faith, asked for prayer as a leader, and talked gas prices, gas drilling, and the Presidential race. He even took questions from Sarah Harnisch's children. http://www.fln.org/sermon/fl-news-breakfast-chat-with-the-governor-faith-family-politics-with-tom-corbett http://www.fln.org/mediafiles/flnn-030512-govcorbett.mp3 Mon, 05 Mar 2012 23:57:27 GMT Sarah Harnisch Pennsylvania is the sixth most populous state in the nation. Keystone State Governor Tom Corbett spoke exclusively with our newsroom. He talked about being a first time grandfather to "Chipmunk", discussed his faith, asked for prayer as a ... governor,tom_corbett http://www.fln.org/sermon/pastor-chat-signs-of-a-healthy-church http://www.fln.org/mediafiles/pc-030512-healthychurch.mp3 Mon, 05 Mar 2012 19:51:07 GMT Jay LaScolea pastor_chat,lynn_kent,signs_of_a_healthy_church A Christian pastor in Iran is facing death by hanging at anytime simply because of his faith. Hear what one group is doing to try and save his life. http://www.fln.org/sermon/fl-news-the-fight-to-save-youcef http://www.fln.org/mediafiles/flnn-030112-youcef.mp3 Thu, 01 Mar 2012 17:10:16 GMT Bob Price A Christian pastor in Iran is facing death by hanging at anytime simply because of his faith. Hear what one group is doing to try and save his life. fln,report,family,life,rick,snavely The Contend Women's Conference comes to Crosswinds Wesleyan Church in Canandaigua, NY March 16th and 17th. Terese Main talks with two of the speakers, Sherrie Anderson and Jennie Afman Dimkoff. http://www.fln.org/sermon/contend-womens-conference http://www.fln.org/mediafiles/12-0301-contend-podcast.mp3 Thu, 01 Mar 2012 01:28:49 GMT Terese Main The Contend Women's Conference comes to Crosswinds Wesleyan Church in Canandaigua, NY March 16th and 17th. Terese Main talks with two of the speakers, Sherrie Anderson and Jennie Afman Dimkoff. Dr. Ralph Kerr of the Teaching & Learning Institute and Cecil talk about the effects and concerns raised by the school shootings in Ohio earlier this week. Who is responsible? How involved should schools get in student’s personal lives? Where are the parents or responsible adults in the student’s life? http://www.fln.org/sermon/tli-ohio-school-shooting-aftermath http://www.fln.org/mediafiles/tli-03112-teaching.mp3 Thu, 01 Mar 2012 14:43:55 GMT Cecil Van Houten Dr. Ralph Kerr of the Teaching & Learning Institute and Cecil talk about the effects and concerns raised by the school shootings in Ohio earlier this week. Who is responsible? How involved should schools get in student’s personal lives? Where ... teaching,learning,school,shootings Wow! Tricia Brock has been Superbusy! Ready to put on a Supershow! And ready to become a Supermom! Sonny talks with Superchick's lead vocalist, Tricia Brock, about all of the changes that are happening in her life, and what we can expect to see from her this week on the 4:twelve tour. http://www.fln.org/sermon/artist-interview-tricia-brock-a-true-superchick http://www.fln.org/mediafiles/artistinterview-022912-brock.mp3 Wed, 29 Feb 2012 21:32:04 GMT Sonny Delfyette Wow! Tricia Brock has been Superbusy! Ready to put on a Supershow! And ready to become a Supermom! Sonny talks with Superchick's lead vocalist, Tricia Brock, about all of the changes that are happening in her life, and what we can expect to see ... tricia_brock,superchick As Americans age, family caregivers are expected to provide most of the long-term care. Are we ready for the emotions that come along with parenting our parents? Join us for a conversation with Karen Swallow Prior, author of the blog post “Scared to Death of Death: Facing More Than Gramma’s Mortality.” http://www.fln.org/sermon/inside-out-238-emotions-of-elder-care http://www.fln.org/mediafiles/io-022912-elderly.mp3 Wed, 29 Feb 2012 14:16:41 GMT Martha Manikas-Foster As Americans age, family caregivers are expected to provide most of the long-term care. Are we ready for the emotions that come along with parenting our parents? Join us for a conversation with Karen Swallow Prior, author of the blog post “Scared ... aging,family,caregiving,emotions When her husband, Martin, was diagnosed with a brain tumor, Laura Story made a choice; to keep testifying to God's goodness. She joins Family Life for four concerts in March, 2012. http://www.fln.org/sermon/laura-story-god-uses-the-ordinary http://www.fln.org/mediafiles/12-0229laurastorypodcast.mp3 Wed, 29 Feb 2012 15:56:49 GMT Terese Main When her husband, Martin, was diagnosed with a brain tumor, Laura Story made a choice; to keep testifying to God's goodness. She joins Family Life for four concerts in March, 2012. 8 months ago, Montoursville, Pennsylvania Youth Pastor Ben Hazen helped raise 450-thousand dollars to get a missionary pilot in Venezuela a new liver. Last weekend, the pilot, Dale Shaylor, made his first flight alone. Family Life's Sarah Harnisch spoke with Hazen about how your support helped Dale Shaylor do what the Lord called him to do. http://www.fln.org/sermon/fl-news-saving-a-missionary http://www.fln.org/mediafiles/flnn-022912-missionary.mp3 Wed, 29 Feb 2012 18:09:31 GMT Sarah Harnisch 8 months ago, Montoursville, Pennsylvania Youth Pastor Ben Hazen helped raise 450-thousand dollars to get a missionary pilot in Venezuela a new liver. Last weekend, the pilot, Dale Shaylor, made his first flight alone. Family Life's Sarah ... missionary,liver,venezuela Kylie Bisutti won a contest against 10-thousand other girls, and was chosen to be the next Victoria's Secret angel. But after she won, she told the company she wouldn't be doing any mid-rif baring modeling because she wanted to only honor her husband with her body. Family Life's Sarah Harnisch asked her to tell her story of how it feels to land a dream job, then give it away. http://www.fln.org/sermon/fl-news-model-to-modest-the-story-of-victoria-secret-angel-kylie-bisutti http://www.fln.org/mediafiles/flnn-022812-victoriasecret.mp3 Tue, 28 Feb 2012 16:52:11 GMT Sarah Harnisch Kylie Bisutti won a contest against 10-thousand other girls, and was chosen to be the next Victoria's Secret angel. But after she won, she told the company she wouldn't be doing any mid-rif baring modeling because she wanted to only honor ... model,victoria_secret Dr. Ralph Kerr of the Teaching & Learning Institute and Cecil take a first look at the newly agreed-upon teacher evaluation procedure. They discuss the changes from the current system, anticipated results and some of the deficiencies that remain. http://www.fln.org/sermon/tli-a-first-look-at-the-new-york-state-teacher-evaluation-system http://www.fln.org/mediafiles/tli-022312-teaching.mp3 Thu, 23 Feb 2012 14:48:39 GMT Cecil Van Houten Dr. Ralph Kerr of the Teaching & Learning Institute and Cecil take a first look at the newly agreed-upon teacher evaluation procedure. They discuss the changes from the current system, anticipated results and some of the deficiencies that remain. teaching,learning Family Life news speaks to Syracuse University Pop culture professor Dr. Bob Thompson about Hollywood's biggest awards show of the year. http://www.fln.org/sermon/fl-news-the-oscars http://www.fln.org/mediafiles/flnn-022312-oscars.mp3 Thu, 23 Feb 2012 21:28:41 GMT Bob Price Family Life news speaks to Syracuse University Pop culture professor Dr. Bob Thompson about Hollywood's biggest awards show of the year. oscars More young women are gardening, canning, and baking bread under the banner of the New Domesticity. Join us for a conversation with Rachel Stone, author of the recent her.menutics blog post “How We Can Harness the New Domesticity Without Diminishing Women.” http://www.fln.org/sermon/inside-out-237-the-new-domesticity http://www.fln.org/mediafiles/io-022212-domesticity.mp3 Wed, 22 Feb 2012 13:44:02 GMT Martha Manikas-Foster More young women are gardening, canning, and baking bread under the banner of the New Domesticity. Join us for a conversation with Rachel Stone, author of the recent her.menutics blog post “How We Can Harness the New Domesticity Without Diminishing ... A company out of Israel has created an online boot camp for kids to learn about the Bible. It's called Bible Islands. They're doing it because American kids don't know enough about God's Word. Gil Ilutowich and Pastor David Decker are behind the project. It teaches kids how to speak Hebrew, apologetics, biblical history, and even Math-- by using the Bible. This is a podcast of their full conversation, with morning news anchor Sarah Harnisch. http://www.fln.org/sermon/fl-news-bible-islands Wed, 22 Feb 2012 18:26:26 GMT Sarah Harnisch A company out of Israel has created an online boot camp for kids to learn about the Bible. It's called Bible Islands. They're doing it because American kids don't know enough about God's Word. Gil Ilutowich and Pastor David Decker ... kids,bible,islands In the next day or so, a letter bearing the names of 25-hundred Christian pastors of all denominations across the country will be delivered to President Obama's desk. They are angered over his mandate that all women have access to birth control. Religious groups will not have to pay for it directly, though they may through fees, but they will have to offer it to their employees, even if it goes against their religious beliefs. President Obama has given them a year to comply. In addition to the Family Research Center letter, two groups have sent letters to the President against the contraception mandate. The National Association of Evangelicals and the Southern Baptist Convention represent 50 million Christians in America, one in every six people in the country. Rob Schwarzalder, Family Research Counsel Senior Vice President, helped showcase the letter on the steps of the capitol this week. He spoke with morning news anchor Sarah Harnisch. http://www.fln.org/sermon/fl-news-millions-protest-obamas-contraception-mandate http://www.fln.org/mediafiles/flnn-022212-millionsprotest.mp3 Wed, 22 Feb 2012 18:28:51 GMT Sarah Harnisch In the next day or so, a letter bearing the names of 25-hundred Christian pastors of all denominations across the country will be delivered to President Obama's desk. They are angered over his mandate that all women have access to birth control. ... contraception,pastors,obama,birth_control President Obama said he will not force faith-based employers, those working at non-profits, hospitals, missions groups, para-church ministries, or Christian colleges-- to offer birth control as part of their health insurance plans. But the Beckett Fund says insurance companies will not swallow the cost of free birth control for all women in America. Beckett Attorney Kyle Duncan spoke with Family Life's Sarah Harnisch, and said faith groups will be indirectly picking up the tab. To learn more about this story, go to http://www.becketfund.org/ http://www.fln.org/sermon/fl-news-who-pays-for-birth-control http://www.fln.org/mediafiles/flnn-021712-birthcontrol.mp3 Fri, 17 Feb 2012 04:18:51 GMT Sarah Harnisch President Obama said he will not force faith-based employers, those working at non-profits, hospitals, missions groups, para-church ministries, or Christian colleges-- to offer birth control as part of their health insurance plans. But the Beckett ... birth_control,religious_liberty The battle over whether or not New York City churches should be allowed to rent public school space on the weekends has taken an interesting turn. It's been fought in a courtroom for 16 years, and the Senate and Assembly have written bills on the issue, but today, the Alliance Defense Fund asked the city to bypass the court and legislative system and drop the eviction notices to over 100 churches. Alliance Defense Fund Attorney Jordan Lawrence spoke with our own Sarah Harnisch by phone. http://www.fln.org/sermon/fl-news-should-churches-rent-schools-for-sunday-worship http://www.fln.org/mediafiles/flnn-021712-churchschool.mp3 Fri, 17 Feb 2012 04:23:28 GMT Sarah Harnisch The battle over whether or not New York City churches should be allowed to rent public school space on the weekends has taken an interesting turn. It's been fought in a courtroom for 16 years, and the Senate and Assembly have written bills on ... church,school,worship Dr. Ralph Kerr of the Teaching & Learning Institute talks with Cecil about the current situation in New York City where the school board has ruled that churches may no longer rent facilities for worship services. An issue that has been in the courts since 1994, there is hope that a resolution can be reached but the implications of not reaching one could be far-reaching. http://www.fln.org/sermon/tli-nyc-schools-churches-fight-school-worship-ban http://www.fln.org/mediafiles/tli-021512-nyc.mp3 Thu, 16 Feb 2012 14:06:25 GMT Cecil Van Houten Dr. Ralph Kerr of the Teaching & Learning Institute talks with Cecil about the current situation in New York City where the school board has ruled that churches may no longer rent facilities for worship services. An issue that has been in the ... new_york_city,teaching,learning,kerr Half of Americans are single, yet only a quarter of the people in evangelical churches are single. Why? Joining us on Inside Out is Professor Dr. Christine Colon, co-author of “Singled Out: Why Celibacy Must Be Reinvented in Today’s Church.” http://www.fln.org/sermon/inside-out-236-singles-in-church http://www.fln.org/mediafiles/io-021512-singlesinchurch.mp3 Wed, 15 Feb 2012 15:57:09 GMT Martha Manikas-Foster Half of Americans are single, yet only a quarter of the people in evangelical churches are single. Why? Joining us on Inside Out is Professor Dr. Christine Colon, co-author of “Singled Out: Why Celibacy Must Be Reinvented in Today’s Church.” singles,church,celibacy A conservative law firm does not believe the President's revised health-care mandate on birth control coverage for faith-based employees changes anything ....and here's why. http://www.fln.org/sermon/fl-news-contraception-controversy-not-over http://www.fln.org/mediafiles/flnn-021512-birthcontrolcoverage.mp3 Wed, 15 Feb 2012 15:52:25 GMT Sarah Harnisch A conservative law firm does not believe the President's revised health-care mandate on birth control coverage for faith-based employees changes anything ....and here's why. contraceptive,coverage,healthcare Bronson Pinchot, from the hit 80's show "Perfect Strangers" is hosting a home improvement show in his home town of Harford, Pa in Susquehanna County. http://www.fln.org/sermon/fl-news-balki-goes-berserk-for-harford-pa http://www.fln.org/mediafiles/flnn-021412.mp3 Tue, 14 Feb 2012 02:33:59 GMT Bob Price Bronson Pinchot, from the hit 80's show "Perfect Strangers" is hosting a home improvement show in his home town of Harford, Pa in Susquehanna County. perfect_strangers Washington state joins 6 other states, including New York, and the District of Columbia by legalizing same-sex marriage. http://www.fln.org/sermon/pastor-chat-gay-marriage http://www.fln.org/mediafiles/pc-110213-gay-marriage.mp3 Mon, 13 Feb 2012 18:27:36 GMT Jay LaScolea Washington state joins 6 other states, including New York, and the District of Columbia by legalizing same-sex marriage. marriage,pastor,chat A new Education Week survey looks at schools across the country and ranks the states on things such as teacher compensation, classroom size, graduation rates and more. Dr. Ralph Kerr of the Teaching & Learning Institute talks with Cecil about the results of the survey for New York and Pennsylvania schools. You can read more at Dr. Kerr's blog at www.fln.org/media http://www.fln.org/sermon/tli-quality-counts http://www.fln.org/mediafiles/tli-020912-qualitycounts.mp3 Thu, 09 Feb 2012 13:57:49 GMT Cecil Van Houten A new Education Week survey looks at schools across the country and ranks the states on things such as teacher compensation, classroom size, graduation rates and more. Dr. Ralph Kerr of the Teaching & Learning Institute talks with Cecil about the ... teaching,learning Author Anna Broadway asks us to pray for an end to sexual exploitation--by praying for the johns on February 12 and 14, 2012. Join us for a conversation about prayer, changed hearts, and becoming who God intends us to be. http://www.fln.org/sermon/inside-out-235-pray-for-the-johns http://www.fln.org/mediafiles/io-020812-prayforjohns.mp3 Wed, 08 Feb 2012 14:39:56 GMT Martha Manikas-Foster Author Anna Broadway asks us to pray for an end to sexual exploitation--by praying for the johns on February 12 and 14, 2012. Join us for a conversation about prayer, changed hearts, and becoming who God intends us to be. johns,slave,sexual_exploitation Old Earth, young Earth - does it even matter - or should it even matter to Christian faith? Family Life News takes a closer look. http://www.fln.org/sermon/fl-news-how-old-is-the-earth http://www.fln.org/mediafiles/flnn-020812-oldyoungearth.mp3 Wed, 08 Feb 2012 18:38:21 GMT Bob Price Old Earth, young Earth - does it even matter - or should it even matter to Christian faith? Family Life News takes a closer look. old,earth,fl_news Dr. Bob Thompson at Syracuse University offers his take on last night's Super Bowl ads. http://www.fln.org/sermon/fl-news-super-bowl-commercials http://www.fln.org/mediafiles/flnn-020612-superbowlads.mp3 Mon, 06 Feb 2012 16:50:00 GMT Bob Price Dr. Bob Thompson at Syracuse University offers his take on last night's Super Bowl ads. super_bowl,ads Bob Price and Jay LaScolea talk with Pastor Steve McEuen about the importance of faith in politics. http://www.fln.org/sermon/pastor-chat-faith-in-politics http://www.fln.org/mediafiles/flnn-020612-pastorchat-faithinpolitics.mp3 Mon, 06 Feb 2012 18:05:12 GMT Jay LaScolea Bob Price and Jay LaScolea talk with Pastor Steve McEuen about the importance of faith in politics. pastor_chat,steve_mceuen,faith_in_politics Pastor Justin Holcomb with the Mars Hill Church in Seattle talks about the human trafficking that goes on during the Super Bowl in the host city. http://www.fln.org/sermon/fl-news-the-secretive-side-of-the-super-bowl http://www.fln.org/mediafiles/flnn-020312-superbowltrafficking.mp3 Fri, 03 Feb 2012 15:50:20 GMT Bob Price Pastor Justin Holcomb with the Mars Hill Church in Seattle talks about the human trafficking that goes on during the Super Bowl in the host city. super_bowl,human_trafficking Dr. Ralph Kerr of the Teaching and Learning Institute talks with Cecil about the pension reform aspect of the proposed New York State budget. The proposed changes for future government employees would save $3 billion per year. http://www.fln.org/sermon/tli-nys-proposed-budget-pension-reform-for-nys-teachers http://www.fln.org/mediafiles/tli-020212-pensionreform.mp3 Thu, 02 Feb 2012 14:54:47 GMT Cecil Van Houten Dr. Ralph Kerr of the Teaching and Learning Institute talks with Cecil about the pension reform aspect of the proposed New York State budget. The proposed changes for future government employees would save $3 billion per year. teaching,learning,budget,kerr