Bob Critteneden

Melissa Spoelstra, author of the book, "Total Family Makeover: 8 Practical Steps to Making Disciples at Home," visited the Faith Radio/Meeting House broadcast center to discuss some practical approaches to providing a spiritual emphasis in the home. Learn more at www.melissaspoelstra.com.

John Larson, Worship Pastor at Church of the Highlands, discussed some aspects of the church, and he shared about the concept of and specific songs from the album project from Highlands Worship, "Here I Surrender." The website is www.highlandsworship.com.

Troy Carl, Arthur Satterwhite, William Sirls, Bruce Hausknecht, David Ireland, Jann Gray, Lowell Lytle

Joe Godfrey, Executive Director of the Alabama Citizens Action Program, or ALCAP, discussed Biblical and economic objections to the legalization of a state lottery, in light of a special legislative session on the matter, beginning August 15, 2016. The ALCAP website is www.alcap.com. The Alabama Legislature website is www.legislature.state.al.us.

Mark Perry, Pastor of Red Oak Baptist Church in Florala and part of the leadership team for Iron Works Men's Ministries, discussed aspects of the ministry, as well as the Iron Sharpens Iron Men's Conference August 5-6, 2016 at the Covington Center Arena in Andalusia, featuring speakers Rick Burgess and Scott Dawson, and worship leader Michael Adler. The website is www.therealironworks.org.

Emily Belz, reporter for WORLD News Group and WORLD Magazine, discussed a cover story she wrote that highlighted the spread of heroin and opioid usage, which is taking place in rural areas, including New England, which she spotlighted. She also discussed efforts that Christian ministries are involved in to help addicts. Learn more at www.worldmag.com.

Troy Carl, Vice-President of the ministry of Faith Comes By Hearing, providing audio versions of the Bible in many languages, discussed an initiative in which FCBH is a ministry partner - "God Speaking" - scheduled for August 1-8, 2016, in association with Anne Graham Lotz (AnGel Ministries) and YouVersion. Learn more at www.godspeaking.com.

Holly Mackle, one of the co-authors of the book, "Engaging Motherhood: Engaging Motherhood: Heart Preparation for a Holy Calling," discussed the concept of and some of the material from the book. The conversation took place in advance of a Facebook launch party on July 28, 2016. Learn more at www.facebook.com/ engagingmotherhood.

Dr. Joe Savage, President of Projects That Matter and Board member of Emmanuel House in Moldova, discussed the recent attack at a French church, as well as elements of persecution of Christians. You can find Joe on Facebook; learn more about Emmanuel House at www.ehouseforgirls.org.

Lowell Lytle, who plays the role of Captain E. J. Smith at the Titanic Museum Attraction in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, has been involved in a number of Titanic travelling exhibits, and is the oldest and tallest person to dive to the Titanic wreckage site, visited the Faith Radio/Meeting House broadcast center at ICRS 2016. He discussed some of his adventures and his book, "Diving Into the Deep: A Gripping True Story of Adventure, Risk, & Spiritual Quest." Learn more at www.encouragebooks.com or www.titanictalk.com.