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Warning: This story contains heartwarming moments, heroic first responders, and one very good dog.

As wildfires continue to impact communities across Eastern Washington, many families and first responders are facing long days and heavy hearts. Thankfully, help is arriving from an unexpected source: a golden retriever named Isaac. With his wagging tail, gentle spirit and knack for bringing people together, Isaac the comfort dog has been making his way through evacuation centers and fire camps, offering smiles, hugs, and moments of peace when they're needed most. As it turns out, sometimes love and care can come in the form of a furry friend who knows exactly when to lean in for a cuddle.

Click PLAY and get ready to fall in love with a golden retriever who's making a big difference.

What if worship wasn't just something that happened on Sunday, but something woven into the rhythm of everyday life? Chatting with one of our SPIRIT artists, Phil Wickham unpacks the heart behind Everyday Hallelujah, exploring how staying connected to Jesus, like a branch to the vine, can transform ordinary moments into meaningful encounters with God.

Click PLAY for a breath of fresh air and inspiration.

Phil's Book: https://philwickham.store/collections/books/products/everyday-hallelujah-book

Who says birthday parties have to happen at a trampoline park or pizza place? When Seattle twins Eliza and Jade celebrated their birthday at Maple Leaf Ace Hardware, they traded party hats for aprons and became "employees for a day" alongside 25 of their friends. From planting flowers and building mini fans to dancing, cake, and even hardware-themed tattoos, this one-of-a-kind celebration turned a neighborhood hardware store into the ultimate birthday destination.

Click PLAY for Erica's convo with Hillary and find out why this hardware store party wowed!

When wildfires threaten a community, it has a way of bringing out both heartbreak and incredible generosity. Tim from JK Boots shares how firefighters, local businesses, and everyday neighbors have come together during the Spokane-area wildfires to support one another in practical and meaningful ways. As a company whose boots are trusted by wildland firefighters, JK Boots quickly stepped in by donating handcrafted boots to help support those spending long days on the front lines.
They also opened a "recharge station" at their Spokane factory and delivered drinks, snacks, and other supplies to fire base camps. Tim's stories highlight not only the courage of the firefighters risking their lives, but also the compassion of a community determined to care for one another. Even in the middle of a crisis, hope often shows up through simple acts of generosity.
* A special way to get involved: jkboots.com/pages/sponsor-a-firefighter

Click PLAY for this incredible story - You will be inspired!

We Love Our City doesn’t just show up for Federal Way, this crew shows up for kids. Shelley Pauls shares how their annual and mid‑year school supply initiative rallies families, churches, businesses, and youth programs to make sure students walk into class with high‑quality supplies and a whole lot of confidence. It’s a community effort that lifts the financial weight off parents and reminds kids they’re seen, supported, and worth investing in.

Click PLAY to hear how families are being cheered on and supported this school year.

Maltby Café isn’t just a breakfast spot, it’s the kind of place where the cinnamon rolls are bigger than your face and the stories run even deeper. Co‑owner Keesha Laws grew up in this cozy, faith‑rooted community café, and now she’s helping guide it into a new season as they prepare to move buildings without missing a single morning of pancakes or people.

She says the heart of Maltby Café will stay the same: the friendships, the faith, and the customers who’ve become family—each one “famous in God’s eyes.”

Click PLAY to find out how God and the Maltby Café are on the move!

Maltby Café website: https://maltbycafe.com/

Congratulations to Taylor from Spanaway and her silly kitty, Jerry, for winning our Summer Pet Spotlight contest!

When we saw the photo of Jerry sitting on the stairs, we just knew this was our winner. Jerry will be receiving the ultimate goodie basket from our friends at Robert Gardner Roofing!

Thank you to all who shared your bestest furry friends with us!

Logan Gilbert’s voice hits different when he talks about being a dad — you can hear how little Henry’s joy is reshaping his days, his perspective on the mound, and even his friendships with other player‑dads. And as he looks ahead to Fields of Faith, his heart is set on Jesus, unity, and choosing what’s eternal, especially in a moment when our city is grieving and desperately needing hope.

Click PLAY for an extra special conversation with Logan, Erica and Max.

"All Glory To God For His Protection..."
~Amy Walter, Edmonds Mom

Thanking God with you for the stories of hope we're hearing following the tragedy at Seattle Center on Sunday. And absolutely praying for those who have lost precious loved ones, the wounded, the first responders, and the bystanders. Amy Walter's daughters were at the Bite and the Lord protected them.

Click PLAY to hear their story and thank God with us!
You are Loved, Erica

Jimmy Wanichsuksombat and his family were working at the Bite when tragedy struck our city. The co-owner of Seattle Fudge had seconds to make a choice… and the one he made offered peace in the midst of panic for many people. Join Jimmy and Erica to hear the story… and may the Lord continue to heal every heart hurting in our city… in Jesus Name, amen.

Nikki showed up to a Mariners game expecting garlic fries and a good time… not a 107‑mph fastball to the face. Yet somehow she walked away with a black eye, a wild story, and half the team cheering her on. It’s the kind of “you won’t believe this” moment that turns an ordinary Tuesday into pure Seattle legend.

Click PLAY for the full story!

Jimothy might be the only raccoon in Seattle who can go from “local oddball wildlife sighting” to “national treasure” overnight, and I love that for him.

When talking with Phil Sklar from the National Bobblehead Hall of Fame you understand exactly why this wiggly‑spined little guy has captured all our hearts, and why turning him into a bobblehead is somehow the most perfect tribute. It’s fun, it’s wholesome, and it’s one more reminder of how a tiny creature can bring a whole community together.

Click PLAY to find out more Jimothy goodness!
* National Bobblehead Hall of Fame

Jimothy might be the only raccoon in Ballard who can turn a slow Tuesday into a neighborhood block party, and honestly, watching people lose their minds over this tiny, wiggly‑spined celebrity has been the highlight of my feed!

Talking with Dr. Carrie Schneider just makes me love him more and reminds me why cheering him on from a safe distance is the best way to keep our little local icon thriving.Click PLAY for details on our dear sweet Jimothy!

Jim’s story feels like something every parent can connect with—a dad who just wanted Molly to have a place where she belonged, and ended up creating two community‑changing businesses that feel more like family than anything else.

Couple of Socks became the first home for that dream, a cozy little shop where Molly and her friends could work, grow, and be celebrated for exactly who they are.

Then came Couple of Scoops, the ice cream shop that’s now buzzing with 35 employees with special needs, giving families this emotional jolt of hope the moment they walk in because they can suddenly picture their own kids thriving too.

Through all of it, Jim shares how it’s all spirit‑led, and you can feel that—every sock sold and every scoop served is really about belonging, dignity, and showing God’s love in the most everyday, beautiful ways.
GUEST: Jim Ciaciuch, Founder of Couple of Scoops/Couple of Socks* * Couple of Socks: https://coupleofsocks.com/ * Couple of Scoops: https://www.facebook.com/p/Couple-of-Scoops-61586487928242/

CareNet of Puget Sound is one of those ministries that makes you want to stand up and cheer as you watch God moving in real time. The way they link arms with hundreds of churches, support women in crisis, and turn a simple ultrasound into a moment of holy clarity—it’s powerful and hope‑filled.

Something that hit hard was Dave sharing about the Care Net prayer team. This group of over 1,700 people get real‑time texts and stop whatever they’re doing to pray for women who are wrestling with impossible decisions. Hearing how they lift these moms up in the exact moment they need courage, and then celebrate when a woman chooses life, reiterates to me how powerful it is when God’s people show up and pray boldly in the mighty name of Jesus.
Click PLAY for Erica and Dave's powerful conversation.

Sometimes God uses the most unexpected moments, like an Instagram video you watch while folding laundry, to remind you God is still in the business of chasing down His kids.

Zach's song with Ben Fuller, “Wait for Me” makes me think about all the long, winding roads we take, and how God never stops waiting, never stops pursuing, never stops running toward us... It's a hug for anyone who’s ever wandered, and a reminder that even our detours aren’t wasted in God’s hands.

Press PLAY for a transparent interview with Zach.

Meet Eric, Dex, and their lovely daughter Livy from Bremerton. Mom and Dad pulled off the surprise of Livy's life! Press PLAY for a jolt of JOY today!

“I can do all things through Christ Who gives me strength!” - Philippians 4:13

“You take what the enemy meant for evil and turn it for good.” -Elevation Worship

My son was a healthy teenager playing high school football when a cruel disease called ulcerative colitis (UC) took over his body and left him looking like a concentration camp victim. Today, he’s a walking miracle… praise God!

Through years of middle of the night emergency room visits, terrifying surgeries, and heart wrenching procedures, I watched my son suffer and trust Jesus. Yes, he had his moments of doubt and anger… but he never gave up! With a deep faith and a positive attitude, he fought the good fight… and the Lord brought him back to life.

UC stole his large intestine… but we like to say “No colon, still rollin’!” Now, he wants to help others who are shocked by the viciousness of UC. I want to publicly congratulate my son, AUTHOR Joshua Parkerson, for writing and illustrating a graphic novel about overcoming UC… and really, adversity in life. It’s a story based on his own journey that I believe will help other young people process their diagnosis and learn how to overcome. It’s hopeful, inspiring, and truly an example of God’s goodness. PRAISE JESUS!

Josh is the bravest, kindest, positive human I know and Will and I could not be prouder. He has an ISBN NUMBER! 🎉 This is something GOOD! 🙌 It’s Romans 8:28 in action: “… we know that God causes •everything• to work together for the good of those who love God and are called according to His purpose for them." EVERYTHING… even a brutal disease that almost claimed the life of our only son.

Josh is my very special guest today on the morning show. Join us for a heartfelt conversation about never giving up!

You are Loved, Erica

Link to his book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0H6HHQ331?spcref=PRINT_LISTING

Summer in the Puget Sound won’t feel quite the same knowing Wild Waves is splashing through its final season. For so many of us, that park was a rite of passage — sunburned shoulders, soggy towels in the backseat, and the thrill of finally being tall enough for the “big rides.” As the community gathers to celebrate 50 years of memories, this last chapter feels both tender and joyful, a chance to relive the magic one more time before the gates close for good.

Anybody wanna buy Wild Waves?! Let's gooooooooo!

I love their mission:

We are committed to providing basic needs to homeless children so that they can live life without worrying about where they will sleep or what they will eat.

Washington Kids in Transition is a cause close to my heart... and their Executive Director is our special guest today. Kim Gorney doubles as one of my favorite difference makers in our community!

Join us for a chat about how kids in the middle of hard circumstances are growing, discovering peace - and worms, learning, and loving our neighbors this summer... in our own backyard!

You are Loved, Erica
* Washington Kids in Transition: https://washingtonkidsintransition.org/

God is on the move, stirring the hearts of people in Seattle, and Pastor Rich Simms is leaning into it with open doors and open arms. As World Cup crowds flood Pioneer Square, Hope Is Alive Church has become a beacon, uniting pastors, lifting up Jesus in the streets, and watching lives soften, heal, and turn toward hope.

God is building a stage in the city, and this little church is joyfully stepping into the spotlight of His goodness. Click PLAY for beacon boost of Jesus today!

Matt Hammitt brings all the energy as he joins Erica, sharing his love for Seattle’s ferries, waterfront views, and that classic windows‑down, music‑up vibe. They dive into his song “Days God Gave,” a joyful reminder to slow down, breathe, and savor the moments God is giving us right now.

Click PLAY for a fun, heartfelt, and packed with real‑life faith convo, that meets you in the chaos and calls you back to the present with gratitude.

Lauren from WSDOT turned the spotlight onto the Incident Response Team, real-life roadside angels. One day, IRT member Mick helped a stranded driver who turned out to be Mariners pitcher Logan Gilbert—his daughter’s favorite player! Cue the autograph and a little divine timing.
Moral of the story: help shows up when you need it, sometimes with a bonus blessing. And please—slow down and move over for responders doing the Lord’s work. 🙌

Rad Dad's secret identity has been revealed...by Yuliya from Tacoma!

Click PLAY to hear what Yuliya shared about her husband, who has gone above and beyond in adopting her son.

Rad Dad's secret identity has been revealed...by Yuliya from Tacoma!

Click PLAY to listen to the official winner announcement!

Yuliya's husband will be receiving a Blackstone Griddle kit, thanks to our friends at Fischer Plumbing!

Peter Burton’s story hits home for anyone who’s ever felt held together by sheer willpower. In opening up about the anxiety, OCD, and fear that once ruled his life, he shares how Jesus met him in the mess, stitched his “broken pieces” back together, and sparked a song that feels more like a lifeline than a lyric.

His journey—from therapy and gratitude habits to worship leading and fatherhood—reminds us that healing is possible when we stop holding everything alone and let grace do the heavy lifting.

Where Would I Be (Lyric Video): https://youtu.be/TinJk_p9ZVs?si=E_Qh0C2Pl9529jrV

The Fine Art Feline Project is bringing big heart and even bigger whiskers to the Pacific Northwest! Erica sits down with Yunet of Olive and Fable Pet Photography in Kirkland to spotlight a truly special community initiative.

Olive and Fable Pet Photography is turning 25 beloved cats and their incredible stories, into a fine art coffee table book that will live in pet‑friendly businesses across the Pacific Northwest. Every portrait helps raise funds for Seattle Area Feline Rescue, shining a light on the everyday miracles they make possible, like Hope Dude, the once‑paralyzed kitten who learned to walk and now thrives at eight years old.

Click PLAY for a joyful celebration of resilience, personality, and the quiet ways our feline friends shape our lives, one whiskered story at a time.

The Fine Art Feline Project: https://www.oliveandfable.com/fineartfeline
Olive and Fable Pet Photography: https://www.oliveandfable.com/

Top Pot Doughnuts has always had a flair for happy accidents—after all, its name was born when a vintage “Top Spot” sign lost its 'S' on the drive up I‑5, inspiring brothers Mark and Michael Klebeck to embrace the situation and launch a hand‑forged doughnut empire built on “real stuff made by real people.”

Nearly 25 years and 14 Puget Sound shops later, those doughnuts have become part of countless family memories and everyday rituals, the kind you can almost taste just thinking about them.This summer, the company is doubling down on community joy by teaming up with Seattle soccer legend Pete Fewing, whose global ball‑donation mission turns garages into storage hubs and far‑flung villages into fields of celebration. With soccer‑themed treats, live match viewings, and youth‑player meet‑ups, Top Pot is inviting fans to drop off a ball, grab a doughnut, and help spark moments of connection that travel far beyond Seattle.

Press play to tap in and treat your ears!

Pam from Silverdale just turned an ordinary workday into a life‑changing moment, winning $9,135 in the Spirit 105.3 Secret Sound contest, and she’s still calling the experience “unbelievable.” What started as a friendly race between her and her boss to get through on the phone became an answered prayer for her family in a financially tight season.

From fixing a leaky roof to keeping a long‑awaited road trip on the calendar, Pam sees every part of this win as God’s tender provision, right down to the “butterflies” that now remind her of His faithfulness.

Congrats to Pam from Silverdale who just won $9,135, plus an extra $500 to give away, from Elite Roofing by guessing a BUTTERFLY!

Listen to how this money is going to come in handy for her, and who she wants to bless with the extra $500 - spoiler alert: it involves special needs dogs. It's a beautiful story. We’re so happy for you, Pam!

The Secret Sound will return on July 1st, with the Elite Roofing Piggy Bank filled with $525, and an additional $500 to Pay-It-Forward!

In some of the hardest places in the world, where conflict, poverty, and disease press in on everyday life, God is quietly and powerfully at work through our sister ministry, World Concern. Listening to Peter Macharia share how teams bring both practical help, and the hope of Christ into villages facing Ebola, extreme poverty, and deep spiritual need, is a powerful reminder that faith lived out in love can reach farther than we imagine.

As children are healed, women are empowered, and entire communities hear the gospel—sometimes delivered on the back of a simple bicycle—we’re invited to believe that no problem is too big and no person too small for God to transform through His people.

World Concern: https://worldconcern.org/
Hope Squad: https://www.spirit1053.com/squad/

Father, I pray for the graduate who hears this prayer, as they step into a new season of excitement and uncertainty. Help them be present in every moment you have given them. May they receive every blessing with gratitude, and every trial by your grace.

Help them remember that life, every breath of it here on earth is from you, and through you, and you hold all things together. Lord, help them cherish the things that matter most. Help them live in a way that speaks to future generations. Help them discover their greatest hope and calling in you, and to chase it with courage and conviction. Draw them in to love you with all their heart, soul, and mind, and teach them to love their neighbor as themselves.

In Jesus' name, amen.

Did you catch the clue this morning, presented by one of our favorite SPIRIT 105.3 artists??

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Some days it feels like life is one big juggling act—kids, work, errands, and somehow still trying to be a decent human. But tucked away in Edmonds is a place that flips the script on what “helping” looks like. Westgate Chapel’s food ministry runs more like a warm, welcoming neighborhood market than a food bank, treating every person who walks in as an honored guest. It’s the kind of place that reminds you how simple acts—like donating a few extra tote bags—can ripple into something genuinely beautiful.

Click PLAY to bag up it up and listen in.

Michele’s heart is bigger than Mt. Rainier and her love for people (and their beloved furry best friends) runs deeper than Puget Sound. Join Michele and Erica for a conversation about how she shares God’s love at her business - Bark'n & Wag'n Pet Services in Edmonds! Hint: It’s through SPIRIT 105.3! And hear a story that will touch your heart about Michele’s very special clients, Mort and Sally!

Press PLAY to feel tail waggin’ happy today!

Bark'n & Wag'n Pet Services: https://www.facebook.com/p/Barkn-Wagn-Pet-Services-100057601502408/

SPIRIT 105.3 Operations Manager, Heidi Moore, just got back from a 12‑day whirlwind through Peru, think breathtaking Machu Picchu ruins, ancient stone staircases that double as leg day, and more llamas and baby alpacas than her camera roll could handle. It wasn’t exactly a “kick‑your-feet‑up” vacation, but it was the kind of adventure that fills your soul and clears your mind. And by fully unplugging from work, Heidi returned more refreshed, creative, and ready to hit the ground running than ever.

Click PLAY for an inspirational chat and the benefits of unplugging when on vacation!

His life is like a prayer: Lord Jesus, use me! And God answers that prayer often. Ben Sterciuc, the founder of 100 Days of Prayer For Seattle, is our very special guest today. We can't believe this Christ-led cause was launched 11 YEARS ago! God gave him a vision for it on a plane over the Emerald City. Find out about some awesome stuff God is doing in Seattle, our beloved city, and in the Middle East too.

Join Ben and Erica for a conversation that will ignite your prayer life and encourage you! And join all of in praying for Seattle - text PRAY to 89419 and receive a daily text at noon that will prompt you to lift a short prayer for our city!

Find out more here: https://www.spirit1053.com/100-days-of-prayer/

Some stories stop you in your tracks, and this one from Longview is one of them—a devastating mill fire that took 11 lives, yet somehow still carried a quiet echo of faith through Gilbert’s final, peace-filled moments with his daughter. We're reminded of how fragile life is and how deeply we need to cherish the people we love while we have them.

This is a tender reminder that a lived faith—steady, real, and present even in crisis—is a legacy that outlives us. And in the midst of community grief, environmental damage, and the strain on first responders, they call us to choose gratitude today, to lean into Jesus for comfort, and to stand with Longview as healing and restoration begin.

Calla may have grown up in a “fire family,” but even she’ll tell you that sometimes the real MVP on a call has four legs and a great sense of timing. When she and Erica break down a recent Memorial Day fire, it’s the family dog who woke everyone up that steals the spotlight. It’s a reminder that fire safety starts with alarms and awareness, but a loyal pup doesn’t hurt.

With Seattle buzzing about the World Cup, I pulled in my friend David Kim to help me show just how easy, and honestly, fun, it can be to host a watch party that brings neighbors together. With Victory Beyond the Cup, I’ve learned you don’t need a giant TV or a perfect house; just a few snacks, a game on in the background, and a welcoming vibe is all it takes to spark real connection.

We're convinced that opening your door during a match might be one of the simplest ways to build community and naturally share the hope of Jesus.

Click PLAY to find out how you can host a fun World Cup Watch Party and share Jesus!

GUEST: David Kim, Victory Beyond the Cup
WEBSITE: victorybeyondthecup.com
DATES: World Cup runs June 11th thru July 19th

Talking with Seph Schlueter felt like opening a window into the kind of faith that’s been tested and still chooses to sing. As he shared the pain behind “Valley of Worship” and the hope woven through “Won’t Start Now,” I found myself deeply moved by how God shows up in our questions, not just our victories. I think you’ll feel that same gentle honesty as you listen.

If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to step behind the mask of one of musical theatre’s most iconic characters, you’re in for a treat. I sat down with Isaiah Bailey — yes, the Phantom himself at Seattle’s Paramount Theatre — and we got into everything from the show’s goosebump‑inducing music to the surprisingly hilarious realities of performing in that famous half‑mask.

Spoiler: he may play a tortured genius onstage, but offstage he’s pure joy, heart, and “mama raised me in church” energy.

Press PLAY to listen to our convo!

Josh and Maddi’s love story is the kind that makes you smile before you even realize you’re doing it—two Midwestern hearts swiping right on the Upward Christian dating app and somehow finding their way from Minneapolis and Chicago to a brand‑new life in the Pacific Northwest.

What started as nightly phone calls and FaceTimes (long before they ever met in person) quickly felt like the most natural thing in the world. Now, as they prepare for their May 16 wedding, their journey is a reminder that God’s timing is tender, intentional, and worth the wait. And honestly?

Press PLAY for a warm hug for anyone still hoping, praying, and trusting for their own.

We're closing out Teacher Appreciation Week with a big celebration for the entire staff at Machias Elementary in Snohomish! Kinsley nominated her school to receive mini cake pops from Nelly's Cake Pop Shop, sharing some swwet thoughts about fellow teacher Mrs. Johnson.

Thank you to all our educators, teachers, and school staff - you make the world a difference, one student at a time! And a special thank you to Nelly's Cake Pop Shop for your generosity.

A huge heartfelt thank you from Brielle to her mama Stella in time for Mother's Day! Stella will be receiving a carpet cleaning and a day at the spa thanks to Zerorez Carpet & Air Duct Cleaning and Fischer Plumbing. Wishing all mamas a special Mother's Day. You are loved!

Ryan’s journey into Mariners fandom is the kind of wholesome chaos every new fan can relate to. One World Series game was all it took for him to fall headfirst into baseball, pick the Mariners as his family’s new West Coast team, and go absolutely “all in” — Facebook groups, team history, nightly games, the whole deal.

When he asked the online community for tips before taking his son to his very first game, fans flooded him with advice, memories, and must‑do kid activities, turning their trip into a full‑blown ballpark adventure. Now his son plays catch every night, the whole family is hooked, and Ryan’s just out here living his best new‑fan life with the friendliest baseball community cheering him on.

If there’s one thing I’ve learned over the years, it’s that following Jesus doesn’t make us immune to stress, worry, or the heaviness of being human. In fact, the more I talk with people, the more convinced I am that every one of us is carrying something beneath the surface. That’s why I loved sitting down with Ben, it reminds us that God cares deeply about our mental and emotional health, not just our spiritual lives.

What started as a flight to Portland turned into a surprise delivery room when paramedics Tina and Karen helped deliver a baby mid‑air—armed with skill, calm nerves, and sparkly pink shoelaces.

Press Play to hear them share the story with Erica!

Randy’s story is one so many of us can relate to, finding hope again right in the middle of fear, anxiety, and the kind of heaviness that makes you cry out to God for help. What began as a quiet moment on his back patio became a melody, a lyric, and eventually a renewed faith that shaped the heart of his band, Hopeful.

Even when the waves of life feel wild, Jesus meets us there with mercy, strength, and a hope that refuses to let go.

Shelly’s story is a beautiful reminder that compassion doesn’t always look flashy—sometimes it’s simply showing up, offering a smile, or walking beside someone in a moment of vulnerability. As she serves at the Seattle King County Clinic, she sees firsthand how restored dignity and renewed confidence can change a life, especially for patients facing dental stigma or job‑search challenges. Her 11 years of humble, heartfelt service reflect what it means to be the hands and feet of Jesus in a world that desperately needs practical love.

Thank you to Jessica for sharing how she experiences God in nature!

"Every time I look at the intricacies in nature - the veins in a leaf, the gorgeous jagged mountains, the mountain goats that can climb an impossibly steep cliff face...God's hand is in all of it. But I see Him most when I look at my 3 boys. Kids we never knew if we would be able to have, but by God's grace, we get to raise them and teach them about Him!"

George Fox University and Pacific Christian Academy are making sure Jessica is fully equipped for all of her outdoor adventures this summer with:
* Discover Pass * Backpack cooler * Journal study bible * Camp stove * Camp lantern * Double hammock * Outdoor movie screen * Wireless mini projector

Congratulations Jessica! And thank you to all who entered and shared how you encounter Jesus in His creation. May you continue to look for God’s fingerprints in every trail, every sunrise, and every moment spent in His creation.

Thank you George Fox University and Pacific Christian Academy for reminding us to spend time with God outdoors!

Seattle’s bagel scene wasn’t ready for Andrew Rubenstein—but that didn’t stop the former painter from rolling up his sleeves and shaping it by hand. Since 2017, he’s been crafting blistered, funky, joy-sparking bagels that feel more like edible art than “round bread,” all while building a community that shows up for the warmth as much as the carbs. His story is proof that sometimes the most satisfying creations come from following your hands, your gut, and the people who can’t stop telling you your bagels made their day.

Tanya’s story is a reminder that even in the moments that feel like the end, something new can begin. Her first 365 days of sobriety weren’t easy, but they were filled with unexpected peace, steady support, and the quiet rebuilding of a life she once feared was too broken to fix. If you’ve ever wondered whether real hope is possible, her journey shows that healing can grow in the very places that once felt hopeless.

Press PLAY for a beautiful dose of hope and encouragement.

Some mornings feel effortless, and others… well, they need a little divine intervention. Author Jennifer Dukes Lee is here and reminding us that mornings aren’t about perfection—they’re an invitation from God to begin again, with fresh mercy and real hope. If you’ve ever wished you could love your mornings a little more, her stories and insights will feel like a deep breath for your soul.

Click PLAY to kickstart your soul.

Congratulations to Brye from Gig Harbor and her furry friend, Boston, for winning our National Pet Day Spotlight contest!

Boston has been such a blessing during the grieving process after the loss of Brye's daughter, Isla. Thanks to Robert Gardner Roofing, Boston will be receiving a personalized goodie basket to celebrate the comfort he brings!

Read Brye's entry:
Boston was given to our daughter during her battle her on earth. Isla went to be with Jesus on 11-11-25. Sometimes Boston will go crazy and start making funny noises or sitting in weird positions. He also does this standing meer cat pose! He’s so goofy, and it’s always on time, when we are having a hard moment. I think Isla is like “Ok now Boston, make Mommy and Daddy laugh.” He’s been a blessing during our grieving.

I don’t even care about the basket! I’m just feeling blessed I get to show off these two and tell her story!

Isla LOVED Jesus!!! She wasn’t shy about it!

Thank you for sharing Boston and Isla with us, Brye!

Meteorologists say waterspouts (tornadoes over water) are extremely rare in Seattle... but one appeared above Puget Sound on Wednesday near Magnolia. No one was hurt and there was no damage, thank God. Don Clapp was there capturing photos of our stormy weather and caught the waterspout on video!

Join Don and Erica to hear about his unique experience!

It’s amazing how someone’s path can shift so dramatically—like moving from astrophysics and engineering to discovering a deeper pull toward Jesus. Pastor Ryan reminds us that doubts, questions, and even wrestling with God aren’t signs of failure but signs of being alive to faith.

As he reflects on the wonder of creation, the beauty of singleness and community, and the everyday chaos of church life (donuts, communion bread, and all), his message is simple: keep showing up. You never know when God might meet you in a way that changes everything.

Worldwide Sidewalk Joy began as a simple spark of delight—one person adding a bit of whimsy to the world—and somehow it’s grown into a global treasure hunt of creativity. From tiny art galleries to mug swaps to mini golf courses tucked into front yards, people everywhere are discovering how fun it is to surprise their neighbors with something joyful and unexpected.

Click PLAY for proof that even the smallest, silliest ideas can ripple outward and connect us in ways we didn’t see coming.

We’ve all misplaced something important, but Tucker McDonald took it to Olympic levels when his heirloom wedding ring disappeared during a ski trip—cue frantic searches, a 6 a.m. mountain mission, and a Facebook plea that encouraged his faith in humanity. The best part? The ring’s actual hiding spot is the kind of ending every forgetful person will appreciate.

If you relate to “trust God” while your child is off doing something big and brave, this conversation is for you. I sat down with my friend Lanna to talk about sending her son Logan on his first mission trip to the DR—complete with flying toys, zero phone contact, and a whole lot of mom‑heart stretching. It’s funny, tender, and such a beautiful reminder that letting go is holy work.

There’s something deeply moving about watching young people boldly live out their faith. Tim Gaydos is here to share the powerful story of seven UW athletes who chose to be baptized in the open waters of Lake Washington, surrounded by teammates and a growing community of believers. It’s a reminder that even in unexpected places, courage and conviction can spark something bigger than we imagine.

Click PLAY for a breath of fresh air for anyone longing to see bold faith lived out in real life.

Anne Wilson just lived every kid’s dream, singing the national anthem at a NASA rocket launch! It brought her right back to her own childhood dreams of becoming an astronaut, before God steered her into music. Watching the smoke, then the sound, then the power hit her in waves at the launch, left her in awe of both the mission, and her own calling to point people to Jesus.

Click PLAY to listen to Anne share her NASA experience and her faith stories.

Tommee Profitt is out here making Easter sound like a full‑blown cinematic universe—in the best way. His Resurrection of the King project takes the story of Jesus’ death and resurrection and scores it like the most powerful true‑story soundtrack ever, packed with emotion, big moments, and voices that make every track feel essential. And as he talks about God “downloading” music into his heart during the process, you can’t help but feel the invitation too: to remember that because Jesus walked out of the tomb, hope is alive and well today.

Press PLAY and experience Resurrection of the King for yourself today.

Midweek Hope is coming in hot, and honestly, it feels like the kind of midweek pick‑me‑up we all secretly wish Starbucks could provide but only Jesus actually can.

Erica and Pastor Jesse are leaning into a powerful night at UW’s Kane Hall—Bibles flying off tables, worship shaking the walls, and hearts being stirred toward real, lasting hope. If you’ve been craving unity, purpose, or just a reminder that God is still moving in Seattle, click PLAY for an inspirational cue.

EVENT: https://www.instagram.com/p/DWUOrCEiSrT/?img_index=1

Easter joy is in full bloom as Leanna Crawford joins Erica for a fun, faith‑soaked conversation about tulip‑field childhoods, family traditions, and the hope we carry because Jesus is alive. From competitive egg hunts to the deep meaning of Good Friday, Leanna brings both laughter and truth to the heart of the season.

Click PLAY for a warm, joyful conversation, rooted in the truth that Jesus’ resurrection changes everything.

Scout from Seattle Area Feline Rescue stopped by for a chat about their upcoming Kitten Shower —basically a baby shower, but louder and fluffier!

Click Play to learn more about these tiny kittens who need lots of TLC and the humans who are helping them grow and live their best foster lives!

If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to lead worship at a church where the schedule is basically “worship… and then more worship,” Michael Gabriel Monroe from Canyon Hills Worship has you covered. Between early‑morning Sundays, mid‑week events, and sneaking in his own unique recharge routine, he still finds time to be a dad who’s learning about God’s love one toddler moment at a time.Click PLAY for a picture of a life full of faith, community, and just the right amount of holy chaos.
* GUEST: Recording Artist and worship leader Michael Gabriel Monroe * NEW SONG: Heaven Sings Holy

Spring is in full bloom at Tulip Town, and the celebration feels extra special this year thanks to Fairhaven Mill’s heartfelt National Flour Day initiative. They are celebrating National Flour Day by turning flour into flower power, donating to the local food bank every time someone stocks up—talk about shopping that feels good. With tulips blooming, cotton candy spinning, it’s the kind of place where nostalgia meets fresh beginnings, and everyone gets to share in the joy.Click PLAY for a sprinkling of flour dust to brighten your day!

Click PLAY for a sprinkling of flour dust to brighten your day!

"Ain't No Way sounds like sunshine bouncing over the radio!"

Chatting with Jamie MacDonald feels a little like swapping stories with your most creative friend—the one who loves Jesus, chases sunsets, and somehow turns everyday moments into songs that hit you right in the heart. From music and miracles to Easter joy and stargazing dreams, this convo is full of the kind of wonder that makes you smile.

Some heroes wear capes, but others show up with a casserole dish and a heart full of Jesus—and Leisa Chaney is both. Her simple, love‑filled meals are reminding people that sometimes the most powerful ministry starts with comfort food and a knock on the door.

She came to volunteer and be a blessing. She left with overflowing joy and renewed purpose in life! Luwam Woldu is typically on mission at our sister ministry, CRISTA Senior Living, but thank the Good Lord she decided to serve here at the radio station on YES DAY! Join Luwam and Erica to hear about Lita, who said YES to Jesus with Luwam on the phone! It's a conversation that will surely spark joy in YOUR life!

If you are ready to respond to the love Jesus showed for us on the cross... to say YES... cause EVERY DAY IS YES DAY, tap here: https://www.spirit1053.com/who-is-jesus/

Erica and CeCe Winans shared a heart‑level conversation about worship, faith, and those beautiful moments when God meets you right where you are—even mid‑song.

Click to listen to their chat about CeCe’s new song, “Worthy of It All,” and how worship can be a peaceful refuge where your heart can rest and get wonderfully lost in God’s greatness.

We Love Kent began in 2020 when Matt Rourke looked at a global pandemic and thought, “Yep—this is still a great time to love our city.” Inspired by We Love Our City, the movement exists to reach, love, restore, and champion neighbors who often get overlooked. Since then, they’ve helped distribute over 70 million pounds of food, cleaned up local blocks, supported schools, and built food pantries—proof that faith works best with sleeves rolled up. Click to listen to all the ways that they plan to continue sharing Christ's love in practical ways!

Pastor Jen Irvig shares about her work with The Table Church, a unique worship community located in the Commons Mall in Federal Way. You can grab a coffee and come to The Table, a welcoming space for people from all backgrounds. Click to listen to our convo!

Bart Millard brings a mix of heart and humor as he shares about family, faith, and the real‑life stories behind I Can Only Imagine Two—from navigating his son’s diabetes to joking about Tex‑Mex in heaven. His honesty reminds me that even in life’s challenges, God meets us with daily grace…and sometimes a good laugh along the way.

Also, a little PSA: Bart pronounces his last name MILL-erd... Not mil-LARD.

You're welcome.

"The rain and snow come down from the heavens and stay on the ground to water the earth. They cause the grain to grow, producing seed for the farmer and bread for the hungry. It is the same with my word. I send it out, and it always produces fruit. It will accomplish all I want it to, and it will prosper everywhere I send it." -Isaiah 55:10-11**

A dozen people received bibles during Faith & Family Night with the Everett Silvertips last Friday! Our special guest this morning is our very own - and one of the best - Ben O'Brine, who handed out God's Word along with our newest team member, the amazing Aaron Arnett.

Join Ben and Erica for a mini chat that will make you think... GOALS! See what I did there? 🙂

Brock Sabo’s trip to Israel took an unexpected turn when air raid sirens sounded just as his group prepared to visit the Nova site, forcing them to seek shelter and eventually cut the journey short. Yet even in the tension and uncertainty, he sensed a deep peace—both from the locals who live this reality daily and from the Lord’s steady presence—as he later stood by the Red Sea, reminded of God’s faithfulness through every generation. The experience left him with a renewed love for the land, its people, and the power of a praying community walking with him through it all.

Click PLAY to hear Brock share how the group found its way home through a chaotic situation.

Jeremy Camp is gearing up for his return to Seattle, and he’s bringing all the things he loves about Washington—great coffee, great people, and seriously high‑energy music. Between powerhouse performances with Crowder and Toby, a new song about surrender, and stories of faith shaped through real struggles, he’s showing up with a heart full of purpose. And with collaborations that inspire a generation to love Jesus, he’s ready to leave one thing echoing long after the show: the name of Jesus on everyone’s lips.

Click PLAY to catch Jeremy Camp energy!

Ever wish you had a guide for navigating faith, girlhood, and the wild world of growing up today? Dannah Gresh brings that and more through True Girl events that help moms and daughters connect deeply, tackle real‑life issues like social media and body image, and grow closer to Jesus together. Her stories, wisdom, and practical rhythms of rest make the journey feel a whole lot more doable—and a lot more hopeful.

Click PLAY for encouragement that will strengthen every girl’s faith.

We are so excited to announce our Love is on the Air! winner with Fischer Plumbing!

Kassie from Marysville is winning an overnight hotel stay, dinner for two, and a pair of tickets to the TobyMac Hits Deep Tour on February 27th!Kassie dedicates her love story to her Grandma Alice, who played matchmaker for the couple. Kassie met her husband Brian because he was one of Grandma Alice's nurses, and Grandma somehow knew they were meant for each other. Grandma Alice left a legacy of love and trusting in God's plans.

Here is Kassie sharing about her Grandma Alice, the Matchmaker:

"It all started with my Grandma (yes, you heard that right). My Grandma Alice was my favorite person growing up. Fast forward to Fall 2019, my Grandma was no longer able to leave her house to attend her appointments, so she had her medical team come to her. She called me one day and said, "I have a nurse coming to visit and I would like you here to be my second set of ears". Of course I was there for her, I wanted to support her as much as I could, but what shocked me when I opened the door was the sight of the cutest male nurse sitting in her room. Over the next several months, my Grandma requested that I was at EVERY appointment (especially when this nurse was there). All three of us would talk, but only about my Grandmother and her progress. After each appointment, she would poke me with her elbow and say, "Kassie, what about him?". Every time she asked me about this nurse, I would just brush it off and say, "Yeah, Grandma, I don't know". I found out later that she was also saying the same thing to the nurse, "So, what about my Granddaughter?".

It was New Year's Eve in 2019, and I finally had been asked so many times by my Grandmother, that I decided I would "make a move". At her appointment that day, I finally branched out and talked about something OTHER than my Grandma. We talked about our NYE plans and then the visit ended. Immediately after the nurse left, my Grandma insisted that I bring her food tray back down to the front desk. I told her, "Grandma, the facility will come to your room to collect it". She insisted and refused to take no for an answer. Looking back, I think she knew what she was doing. I told myself that if I saw him, I would just keep walking. I didn't want to make anything awkward by talking to him outside of a visit and also was afraid that he might not be interested in me. Sure enough, as I walked into the room by the front desk, there he was, sitting in a chair charting her visit. Since I had told myself I would, I actually did walk past him! He called after me and I went back and we proceeded to chat. After a few minutes he asked for my number and it was then that I knew that the feelings were mutual. He went from being "the nurse" to "Brian". Our first date was bowling and watching one of the Seahawks playoff games in early January 2020.

We continued to go out on dates. I didn't tell my Grandma, but she knew. During these few weeks, my Grandmother's health started to majorly decline. She was moved to hospice and was often in and out of reality. In late January of 2020, COVID happened and the world shut down. At this point my Grandmother was living in an Assisted Living Facility and those were one of the places that people were not allowed to visit. Miraculously, I was still allowed to see my Grandmother. I was able to attend every appointment and was right by her side when she passed a few months later. It was in those last few months where I realized that God had used her to make His Will be done. One moment in particular, my Grandmother had been sleeping. She woke up and asked me how, "How are the kids?". (I am a teacher, and at that point had no children of my own. So I had assumed she was talking about the kids in my class). When I responded about my class, she playfully hit my arm and said, "No, your kids". Confused I had told her that I didn't have any kids. She laughed and again playfully hit my arm and told me to not joke around with her. She then proceeded to explain that I had two children, a boy and a girl, and that their father was Brian. I was shocked. I hadn't shared with her that Brian and I had been dating, so for her to tell me that we were married with children brought goosebumps to my arms. It felt that she knew more about the world and its future than a human would normally know. I truly believe that she was connected with God in her transition from Earth to Heaven, and was following and expressing His Will.

My Grandmother passed away shortly after that, in March of 2020. Brian and I continued to date, we grew closer and got married in August of 2023. This past June we welcomed our first daughter, Kaylee Alice. Her name is in dedication to the wonderful woman that helped raise me and who followed God's Will which brought me to my husband. We credit her for our beautiful life and thank God that He used her to help us achieve this love and marriage. As we reflect on our life, we recognize that we are truly blessed and thank God for my Grandma Alice. Our love story might not have existed without her."

Congratulations Kassie! Wishing you and Brian a very lovely Valentine’s Day weekend, courtesy of our friends at Fischer Plumbing!

We need more handing out tulips and love notes to perfect strangers in this imperfect world! Join Jessica from Project Serve and Erica for a chat that will inspire you to do your own random act of kindness!

Press PLAY to remember YOU matter and YOU are LOVED!

Annabelle Hasselbeck brings all the joy and wide‑eyed wonder of a true 12 as she shares what it was like covering the Seahawks’ Super Bowl win—family celebrations, unforgettable moments, and even a brother who had to miss it for football practice. Her time on the field reminded her that gratitude and faith matter just as much as the victory itself, especially when players like JSN and Kenneth Walker III openly point back to God. With the energy of the 12s roaring around her, Annabelle walked away with a core memory and can’t wait to celebrate with Seattle.
* GUEST: Annabelle Hasselbeck, Sports Spectrum contributor and daughter of former Seahawks Quarterback, Matt Hasselbeck

Bryan Walters is bringing the heat to Santa Clara, buzzing about the wild, electric chaos of Super Bowl media week and the chance to dap up old Seahawks teammates. The former Hawks wideout turned Fox 13 analyst is all-in on Seattle’s edge, swagger, and big‑moment experience—and loving every second of breaking it all down.

From surreal Super Bowl memories to an unexpected leap into broadcasting, Bryan is riding the wave right back into the heart of the game. Click PLAY to get PUMPED UP!
* GUEST: Bryan Walters, former Seahawks wide receiver and current FOX 13 analyst

Some stories remind us how powerful passion, family, and faith can be, and Mama Blue’s legacy is one of those stories that warms the heart. As Erica and Fran reflect on her unforgettable spirit—from her legendary game‑day rituals to the way she turned Seahawks fandom into a family tradition—you can almost feel her joy filling the room. Even now, as Fran heals and cheers on her team with “Seahawks in my veins, Jesus in my heart,” it’s clear that Mama Blue’s love lives on in every memory, every laugh, and every blue‑and‑green moment shared.

Click PLAY for the sweetest story.

Congratulations to Jackie from Des Moines and her snuggle buddy, Niko, for winning our winter Pet Spotlight contest!

Niko is the ultimate indoor joy with his silly nap position, and our friends at Robert Gardner Roofing are excited to celebrate him with a personalized goodie basket.

Click PLAY to hear Niko's story!

Robert Turbin brings the kind of energy that makes you want to lace up your sneakers and chase your own dreams. From his childhood passion for football to life in the broadcast booth, he shares a refreshingly honest look at family support, faith, and finding purpose after the NFL. His stories about the Seahawks, the “twelves,” and the power of gratitude make this conversation feel like a pep talk you didn’t know you needed.

Click PLAY to catch the energy!
* GUEST: Former Seahawks running back Robert Turbin

We love catching up with our winners after the win has sunk in and the shock has worn off! Listen to Erica's convo with Linda and what she plans to do with the money.

Shatone’s story is the kind that grabs your heart and reminds you what hope looks like in real life. After battling a rare disease that left her in a wheelchair for two years, she turned her pain into purpose by launching Lifting Spirits by Helping Hands—a nonprofit that now restores mobility, dignity, and joy to countless people in her community. Her journey is fueled by faith, generosity, and a whole lot of grit, making her mission as uplifting as the equipment she gives away.

Don’t miss this powerful story—Press PLAY to listen.

Congrats to Linda from Sammamish who just won $7,350 plus $500 from Elite Roofing by guessing dropping game dice in a cup. We're so happy for you!

Brian MacMillan, Meteorologist for Fox 13, was at THE GAME when our Hawks punched their ticket to the CHAMPIONSHIP! Join Brian and Erica for a fun chat about what it felt like to be at Lumen Field and what's the forecast for Santa Clara in a couple of weeks? 🙂 Let's look ahead!

Press PLAY to feel like it's already the Blue Friday before the Big Game!

Some conversations just feel like a warm cup of coffee on a rainy Seattle morning, and TobyMac’s recent chat was exactly that. From gushing over the Pacific Northwest to sharing about family, faith, loss, and even his love for pickleball, he somehow made the deep stuff and the everyday stuff feel beautifully connected. It’s the kind of interview that leaves you smiling, nodding, and maybe even feeling a little more hopeful than before.

Click PLAY for a blessing to your day.

Erin Leham—author, podcaster, and newly converted winter fan—learned that Colorado winters are actually fun if you own snow pants. She talks birds (with a handy ID app), faith, and parenting—plus her book 936 Pennies, a clever reminder that kids grow up fast, so slow down, look outside, and enjoy God’s creation.

Erica sat down with Pastor Kobe from Canyon Hills Community Church, and their convo feels like one of those chats you have with a friend after church—honest, encouraging, and full of those “oh wow, I needed that” moments. Find out why serving isn’t just something we do at church, but something God uses to grow us, connect us, and remind us we’re part of something bigger than our busy schedules.

From finding joy in using your gifts to rediscovering the beauty of showing up on Sundays, click PLAY for a warm nudge back toward community, purpose, and the God who meets us when we step in and serve.

Brian Dickinson’s story reminds us that faith often shows up most clearly when everything else falls apart.

As he stood blind and alone on the summit of Everest, he leaned not just on his training but on a peace he’s convinced could only have come from God’s presence. His journey down the mountain—and through the aftermath—has become a testimony of resilience, purpose, and a faith that carried him when his own strength couldn’t.

Click PLAY for his powerful story.

Meet Brandon Inman, a Seattle kid who went from local theater to voicing young David. As a fellow “small guy,” he loves telling this giant-slaying story through animation, casually mentions working with George Clooney, cheers for the World Cup, and proudly reps Seattle the whole way.

Don't miss David in theatres now!

Rick Steves may be known for exploring the world, but his latest adventure is all about loving his own community well. In a beautiful act of generosity, he stepped in to save the Jean Kim Foundation’s Hygiene Center, ensuring hundreds of unhoused neighbors can continue accessing showers, laundry, and dignity. It’s a joyful reminder that compassion is powerful, practical, and something we can all take part in—right here at home.

Click PLAY to soak in and embrace this movement of compassion!

The World Cup may be coming to Seattle, but so is something even bigger—an army of believers ready to love, serve, and pray their hearts out. Matt from Calvary Chapel South in Kent joined about 50 others for a prayer walk at Lumen Field, kicking off a massive outreach effort that hopes to unite 10,000 churches and reach a million people with the gospel. It’s bold, it’s joyful, and it’s a beautiful picture of what happens when the Church shows up together with open hands and expectant faith.

Portugal wasn’t just a vacation for Ty and his family—it was the kind of trip that sneaks up on you after a catchy commercial and ends up changing your whole outlook on the world. What started as a surprise getaway (his daughter was convinced they were headed to the Oregon coast) quickly turned into a whirlwind of castles in Sintra, centuries‑old Lisbon architecture, and seafood so fresh it practically told its own story.

Along the way, they met some of the friendliest people imaginable and even picked up a few Portuguese phrases to prove it. From jaw‑dropping landmarks like the Tower of Belém to the ease of planning with Colette Travel, every moment felt like a discovery. And for Ty’s daughter, it became more than a trip—it became a whole new way of seeing the world.

Click PLAY and dive into the adventure—Portugal awaits!

Find out more about the SPIRIT 105.3 trip to Portugal in September 17-26, 2026! Details here: https://www.spirit1053.com/sunny-portugal/

Craving a fresh perspective as we begin a new year? Join Jordan Teeny from our SPIRIT 105.3 sales team and Erica for an inspiring conversation about his trip to Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park in California... and what he downloaded from the Lord under the gentle giants.

Press PLAY to LOOK UP today!

As the new year begins, many of us feel that familiar pull to start fresh—yet we're reminded that real hope doesn’t come from resolutions or perfect plans, but from turning our attention back to God. Through prayer, fasting, and grounding ourselves in Scripture, we’re invited to clear out the noise and make space for the kind of renewal only He can give. It’s an honest look at placing our confidence in Jesus when life feels uncertain and trusting His promise to lead us into a future shaped by grace. With a vision that reaches from personal growth to community impact, it sets the tone for a year anchored in steady, enduring hope.

Click PLAY for a fresh dose of hope, perspective, and encouragement to start your year grounded in God’s steady grace.

"Hope is the thing with feathers that perches in the soul and sings the tune without the words and never stops at all." -Poet Emily Dickinson

Hope. Peace. Joy. Love... we're lighting advent candles on the radio today with a dear friend, CHRISTMAS SPIRIT 105.3 artist Jason Gray. How do you find hope, peace, love, and joy when your son is diagnosed with Leukemia for the second time? Right before Christmas? Join Jason and Erica to reflect on the Source of all those things... and how it's possible to find each one, no matter what, because of Jesus Christ.

Press PLAY to reflect on the true meaning of Christmas... Jesus, the God of hope, peace, love and joy.

He composed Noel (He is born) while brushing his teeth! Tommee Profitt is an award-winning composer, artist, songwriter and more.... but I call him the talented human behind the good chills I get while listening to his music. His album, "The Birth of A King," is spine-tingling and soul-reaching. I love playing Tommee's collabs with other amazing artists for you on Christmas SPIRIT 105.3. The way they honor and lift up the Name of Jesus is AWESOME. Get to know Tommee today on the radio!

Press PLAY for company while you bake Christmas cookies!

You are Loved, E
* NOEL: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qDyA9W9CaeQ

O Holy Night https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OsfGJuugPUk

"The insults are flying like Santa's reindeer..." - 🙂 Prob my favorite line from "Dysfunctional Family Christmas Is Here," the latest holiday hit from Matthew West. It's time to exhale and remember that no family is perfect. Make a peppermint mocha and take a breather today. Join Matthew and me for a REAL chat about how we all put the FUN in dysfunctional and the hope of Christmas and slowing down... and other good stuff.

Press PLAY to take the pressure to be perfect off your shoulders!

You are Loved, E
* SONG: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=voOQKRkRPmc

She has sung her way into our hearts this Christmas with her soulful voice and heartfelt message. Are you just loving "Hallelujah He’s Here?!" Press PLAY to get to know Katy Reynolds today on the morning show!

The floods have done their worst... now our community is doing its BEST! Join our dear friend Pastor Jesse and Erica for a conversation about finding help and hope after the floods... and in any situation this holiday season.

Press PLAY for a boost of hope today!

After the lions, tigers, and bears go to sleep at Woodland Park Zoo, the Christmas animals wake up! Join Gracelynn from the zoo in Seattle, and Erica for a fun convo about Wild Lanterns!

Press PLAY to find out how you can hang out in a snow globe!

Ready to roar with some behind-the-scenes magic? Aaron Nelson, the powerhouse understudy for The Lion King at the Paramount, spills all the wild and wonderful details of life on stage.

What makes his story even more powerful is how his faith fuels every performance—he sees the stage as a place of worship, inspired by Psalm 9:2 and dedicated to his kids, Aiden and Autumn.

Click PLAY for a joyful mix of theater magic, family love, and faith-filled passion that will leave you smiling and inspired!

GUEST: Aaron Nelson, Understudy for Lion King
EVENT: Lion King at the Paramount Theatre, now through January 4th
WEBSITE: https://www.stgpresents.org/events/disneys-the-lion-king/

Take a listen to how Karen told the kids about their Christmas Blessing!!

Imagine if the floodwaters rose up to your door at 10 pm.... that actually happened to Mike and Jamie in Burlington. Thank God for the Sonrise Skagit Church fam. They showed up with tools and food - help and hope! Join Mike's mom (our dear friend Sue Myers from Monroe) and Erica for a chat that will fill your heart with hope! And thank you, Sonrise Skagit, for loving our neighbors in need!

Sonrise Skagit Church website: https://sonriseskagit.com/

If you don't already have a box of tissues next to you, you might want to grab some.

This Christmas, we are reminded especially through this story to give glory to God--who gives immeasurably more than we could ever ask or imagine (Ephesians 3:20).

Karen is a loving single mom of 4 who reached out to us for help this Christmas. After fleeing a DV situation and caring for 4 children on her own all while trying to get through school and work, she turned her family back to Jesus. 'We didn't have everything we wanted but we had everything we needed. And I'm just like, this is God. This is God showing up for us because there's no way I'm a single mom of 4 kids with rent, and a car, and everything else but we were managing. And it didn't feel as hard as I thought it would be. I'm not alone. God for sure is playing in our lives... I was like we're going back to church, you guys are going to know the bible and know Jesus..."

Our friends at Buckley & Associates and Robert Gardner Roofing want to help give Karen a Christmas that will exceed her children's expectations this year. Karen will be receiving a $1,000 shopping spree to give her kids everything they want on their Christmas list.

There is one more gift that won't fit under the Christmas Tree...thanks to our generous friends at Bickford Ford, Karen is also receiving a 2018 Edge SEL All Wheel Drive family car! Karen will be able to keep her family safe in a car that will fit them all comfortably.

"Our car is our home...I feel so good. This is like a Christmas miracle.

"We are overwhelmed this Christmas season by the support of our friends at Robert Gardner Roofing, Buckley & Associates, Bickford Ford, and YOU. Because of your support, we are able to bless more people in Jesus' name.

The holidays have a way of reminding us that life isn’t always picture-perfect—but that’s where the beauty lies. Jaime Jamgochian’s story shows how faith, gratitude, and community can carry us through tough seasons, turning challenges into moments of growth. From her heartfelt music to family traditions like singing “12 Days of Christmas,” her journey feels like a reminder we all need: joy can shine even in the hardest times.

Pastor Brad from Life Community Church in Snoqualmie talks about how recent flooding has challenged their church, but also, how it has brought the community closer together. And while their church building has history and memories, the real church is the people there supporting one another.

Press PLAY for a reminder in trusting God more deeply than the flood waters.

Christmas is more than sparkling lights, joyful carols, and festive gatherings—it’s a sacred season to grow closer to God and to each other. For couples, weaving faith-filled traditions into December can turn the month into a time of intentional love and spiritual renewal.

From lighting a candle each evening while lifting prayers of gratitude, to sharing Scripture-inspired words of encouragement, or setting aside a phone-free night to truly connect, these practices welcome Christ into your relationship and make the celebration of His birth profoundly meaningful.

This Christmas season we are reminded that God is both Emmanuel, God with us and El Roi, the God who sees me (us).

This truth is demonstrated in Kristie and Colleen's story. Kristie is a single mom who selflessly cares for her two daughters above her own needs. And when Kristie's mom Colleen didn't have a place to live a few months ago, she packed up her dining room and welcomed Colleen in.

Through dealing with grief, divorce, and financial hardship, the 4 ladies under one home have stuck together through it all.

Colleen recounts how God has been her anchor.

"My belief in God has just been overwhelming to me these past several years since my son died and then since my husband divorced me. It's just been a rock that I have lived by. God has just been a blessing in my life to give me my daughter and my two granddaughters. He is always there for me when I need him."

Thanks to Robert Gardner Roofing, Kristie will be receiving a much-needed brand new roof. And thanks to Haight Carpet & Interiors, she will be receiving brand new carpet.

Under the comfort of their home, the 4 ladies will also receive customized matching jewelry. Big thank you to Buckley & Associates and Robert Gardner Roofing for seeing Kristie and Colleen and making their Christmas cozy and comfortable.

Meet new SPIRIT 105.3 artist, Aaron Stewart! Faith runs deep for this guy who once hacked his Mom's gift system and whose holiday jams went from living room parties to a Nashville orchestra!

Lee Strobel, once a skeptic and atheist, has become one of the most influential voices in Christian apologetics, often compared to C.S. Lewis. 🙌 In his latest work, The Case for Miracles, he investigates modern-day miracles with powerful stories like Barbara Snyder’s healing from multiple sclerosis, backed by medical evidence. He also points to science, history, and scripture as affirmations of God’s existence and the truth of the Christmas story.

Through miracles, angels, and even unanswered prayers, Lee reminds us that God is sovereign, faithful, and still at work in our world today.

Click PLAY and discover how God is still at work today!

What happens when rock bottom meets unstoppable grace? You get Sierra’s story — a wild, hope-filled ride from a jail cell to coaching women toward freedom. As part of Adult and Teen Challenge Pac West, she’s proof that faith can flip the script on addiction and shame.Today, Sierra’s not just surviving — she’s thriving, cheering others on, and showing that miracles aren’t just ancient history, they’re happening right now.

Click PLAY for an invitation to inspiration.

Christmas is a time for telling the stories that are closest to our hearts... and this one is like a peppermint mocha for the heart. Join Erica and her friend Dave for a Christmas story that unfolded in a thrift shop in 1993... and one you'll be telling someone you love. ❤️

Dan and Christian have walked through some unimaginable hardships this past year. After a heartbreaking miscarriage, Dan also got pneumonia which uncovered an aneurysm in his heart that required heart surgery. He's also suffered multiple rounds of appendicitis, which has kept him from working much."I could not imagine going through what we did without hope. Knowing that if my husband didn't make it out or we couldn't do something, that it was purposeful and God would use it for good even if I was suffering because of it."

Dan and Christian are expecting their miracle baby #5 THIS December but could use a little help to get them back on their feet. Thanks to Robert Gardner Roofing and Buckley & Associates, they'll be receiving brand new tires for their Yukon truck, Christmas gifts for all the kids, and a stay at Great Wolf Lodge–a longstanding family tradition!This Christmas, we pray Dan and Christian have a restful and peaceful time with their family and a healthy delivery, baby, and mama. Please join us in praying over them and if you'd like to donate, you can give to the Blessing Fund.

There’s a new spot in Shoreline where your latte does more than just wake you up—it helps change the world. Liturgy Coffee isn’t your average café; it’s a nonprofit community hub dreamed up by Shoreline Community Church, serving up handcrafted syrups (hello, apple chai!) and a whole lot of connection. Every cup poured supports over 50 organizations, from local food banks to global humanitarian efforts, making your morning coffee run feel extra meaningful. Think of it as a modern-day gathering place where caffeine meets community, and everyone’s welcome.

Click PLAY for a warm wonderful hug today!

The Bible says those who refresh others will themselves be refreshed. (Proverbs 11:25)

Angela is a breast cancer survivor who has faced some health and financial struggles. Angela's daughter Madison remembers how mom always sacrificed anything she could to take care of Madison and her sisters, even going as far as selling her wedding band to be able to make their school play.

Angela shared how, "Even though the ring symbolized something, my girls were more important."Thanks to you and our friends at Robert Gardner Roofing and Buckley & Associates,

Angela will be receiving a well-deserved Christmas Blessing this year.Angela will be gifted a 2 night couples getaway at Lighthouse Oceanfront Resort in Long Beach with an ocean view and king suite--a place where Angela dreams of retiring one day! Plus dinner for two at MyCovio's.

For Angela's romantic getaway, she'll also receive a personalized beach equipped with a monogrammed tote bag, beach towels, PJ's, and spa essentials. Plus, gas and grocery cards to help her reach her destination and stock up on anything else she needs.

Angela's story wouldn't be complete without replacing the wedding band she once sacrificed to be there for her kids. Thanks to our friend Danny at Joseph Jewelry, Angela will be receiving a beautiful white gold diamond wedding band. A new symbol of redemption and the love Angela has given and received all her life.

Big thank you to Robert Gardner Roofing and Buckley & Associates for making this Christmas Blessing possible.

From the moment she was born, my niece Kenzie has been a joy and a blessing to our family. She was knit together by God and so many prayers. Recently, this beautiful child decided to be baptized along with her wonderful dad. We are all cheering her on and I feel so happy that Kenz said YES to sharing about this on SPIRIT 105.3. I love her to the stars and back!

You are Loved, Auntie E

Thanksgiving at Eastridge Church is more than turkey and trimmings—it’s 22 years of sharing hope, love, and community! Pastor Josh Jamison and the church family have turned this annual giveaway into a joyful tradition that not only fills plates but also fills hearts with prayer, encouragement, and God’s promises. With open arms and no questions asked, Eastridge reminds everyone that dignity, faith, and belonging are gifts worth celebrating this season.

Click PLAY to gobble up some goodness today!

Purple Robe Lavender Farm in Arlington is a purple paradise where peace meets purpose. Their 'Lavender in Lights' Christmas season is home to 1,500 glowing lavender plants, free cocoa, and family fun. Come for the lights, stay for the calm—and maybe a little divine inspiration.

Grab your cocoa and cozy up, because Karen Kingsbury is serving up Christmas magic with her brand-new novel and movie, The Christmas Ring! Karen joins Erica to talk about the magical Christmas story following Vanessa Mayfield, a military widow whose hunt for a lost heirloom ring unwraps a surprise gift of love with Ben Miller. Karen sprinkles in her own journey of faith, adds a salute to real-life heroes (including a 101-year-old WWII veteran!), and tops it all off with Debbie Winans belting “O Holy Night” in her acting debut.

With family, faith, and holiday cheer at its heart, The Christmas Ring is basically Christmas cookies for your soul.

Click PLAY to join their convo!

What happens when music collides with faith, grace, and a little divine timing? You get the incredible journey of Ben Fuller—a musician whose story is as inspiring as the songs he sings. Ben opens up to Erica about the highs and lows of his walk with God, from sharing the stage with Carrie Underwood at the Dove Awards to lifting voices in worship behind prison walls.

This isn’t just a tale of melodies and microphones—it’s a testimony of patience, trust, and the unshakable promises of God. Ben reminds us that even when dreams feel delayed, His timing is always perfect. With stories of personal struggle, unexpected encounters, and the transformative power of worship, Ben’s journey is a living example of how faith can turn brokenness into beauty.

As the holiday season draws near, prepare to be encouraged, uplifted, and reminded that God’s grace is constant—even in the hardest seasons. Grab your headphones, open your heart, and click PLAY as you join us as we dive into this doozy of a conversation filled with hope, music, and prayer.

Mornings don’t have to be groggy or rushed, they can be the most joy‑filled part of your day! Pastor and author Tara Beth Leach joins Erica to share how her “Great Morning Revolution” turns ordinary mornings into extraordinary encounters with God. With a mix of gratitude, reflection, and worship, Tara Beth shows us that starting the day with Jesus sets the tone for hope, peace, and even a little extra energy to tackle whatever comes our way. Her story is a reminder that faith isn’t just for Sundays—it’s a daily adventure that begins the moment you wake up.

Click PLAY for an uplifting invitation to embrace daily spiritual habits that draw us closer to Him, and fill your mornings with HOPE.

If your holiday to-do list is already longer than Santa’s, take a deep breath—you’re not alone! Enter Kristin Green, the radiant soul behind The Joyful Minimalist, who’s here to help us swap stress for serenity this season. Kristin’s faith-filled approach to simplifying home life and holiday routines is like a warm cup of cocoa for the soul: comforting, intentional, and oh-so-refreshing.

With her signature blend of decluttering wisdom and heart-centered planning, Kristin invites us to ditch the overwhelm and embrace what truly matters—meaningful traditions, quality time, and saying “yes” to peace. Her philosophy? Less stuff, more joy. Fewer obligations, deeper connections. And a whole lot more room for grace.

So if you’re craving a holiday that feels light, lovely, and aligned with your values, you’re in for a treat.

Click PLAY to unwrap Kristen’s tips for creating a season that sparkles with purpose and presence.

Congratulations to Kim from North Bend and her furry friend, Miracle (or Mira for short) for winning our fall Pet Spotlight contest! This year, Miracle dressed up as a friendly monster, winning the ultimate pet goodie basket from our friends at Robert Gardner Roofing.

Thank you to all for entering your favorite furry friends - We loved seeing each and every one!

Get ready to be inspired! Erica chats with Brennan Ursu from Make Jesus Known Seattle, and it’s like a spiritual espresso shot: bold, energizing, and full of Holy Spirit fire. From praying with the mayor to lighting up the streets with faith, Brennan’s stories will leave you smiling and stirred to follow God’s lead with fearless love.

What happens when a gifted actor trades the London stage for the Word of God? Max McLean’s journey from drama school to Bible narration is as inspiring as it is unexpected. Now, he’s bringing C.S. Lewis’s devilishly clever The Screwtape Letters to Seattle—reminding us that scripture isn’t just sacred, it’s soul-shaping.* GUEST: Max McLean, Actor and Bible Narrator

Kara Woods has been cheering for our M's for... just over a year... and it's brought so much fun and positivity into her life! Join Kara and Erica for a conversation about how baseball is more than a sport, the joy of pulling for our Mariners... even when the loss hurts... and wait, this is wonderful... how the music on SPIRIT 105.3 helped her during some very challenging years. Thank You, GOD!

Press PLAY to feel thankful for the simple joys in life... like baseball and rooting for the home team!

Get ready for a joy-filled chat with Seph Schlueter about music, faith, and unexpected blessings! From the heart behind his new song “Won’t Start Now” to the wild surprise of hearing it on Sunday Night Football, Seph shares how God’s faithfulness shows up in the most powerful ways. Plus, you’ll hear about his favorite Christmas tradition and walk away with encouragement to seek God’s purpose in every moment.

Team Survivor Northwest is turning 30—and they’re still dancing, paddling, and snowshoeing their way through cancer recovery with unstoppable joy! Founded on faith and fierce determination, this sisterhood proves that healing happens when you move, laugh, and lean on each other. Ericka’s story is just one of many that show how strength grows in community and courage multiplies in motion. So grab your sneakers (or snowshoes!) and join the celebration—because survivors don’t just survive, they thrive!

Click PLAY to be inspired by this empowering sisterhood!

"There's nothing down about you!"

Born with Down Syndrome, Leo has become a radiant source of hope, not just for his mom, artist Rachael Lampa, but for everyone who encounters their journey. Through the documentary featured on “Made With Love,” we’re invited into a world where happiness is measured by the depth of connection, the strength of faith, and the beauty of embracing every life as a gift from God.

Favorite moments include Rachael recounting the moment she got blood test results back during her pregnancy confirming a Down Syndrome diagnosis. She called her mom, telling her through tears. Her mom, having worked as a nurse with children with special needs early in her career, said "Sweetheart, what's the problem?" and Rachael knew in that moment; its all going to be okay.

Rachael's husband talks about how Leo instinctively reaches for people, particularly men - and as these grown men who are rough around the edges hold Leo, he thaws their heart, and its like a miracle to watch.

Click PLAY for a love story—pure, unfiltered, and joyfully made.

His smile could melt a marshmallow faster than a cup of cocoa... and his warm way of connecting with Hallmark Christmas movie fans is endearing. TYLER HYNES, who we've seen in countless log cabins, coffee shops, and Christmas mornings on our screens, is gonna be at the Tacoma Holiday Festival TOMORROW! AND, get this... I feel like we just won the town snowman contest... Tyler is our extra special guest this morning. Get to know Tyler today on the radio and then meet up with him IN PERSON tomorrow in Tacoma! Yes, meet and greets are available! https://www.holidaygiftshows.com/

Merry EARLY Christmas and YOU ARE LOVED, Erica (BIG Hallmark Christmas movie fan 🎄) Press PLAY to feel like you're sipping cocoa with extra marshmallows in your festive pajamas by a crackling fireplace!

What do you get when you mix a nurse’s heart, a pastor’s calling, and a Capitol Hill zip code? Meet Nick Taylor—a man who ran from the pulpit only to find himself leading a church through pandemics, purpose, and powerful stories of transformation!

Click PLAY for a dose of inspiration today!

Seattle’s got World Series fever, and the Maltby Cafe is serving up more than just cinnamon rolls—it’s dishing out Mariners magic! Erica chats with owner Tana, who spills the tea (and maybe some frosting) on Cal Raleigh’s sweet shoutout that saved the day. Turns out, nothing boosts business like a slugger with good taste and a heart of gold!

Ready to swap your mental weeds for seeds of truth? In this joy-spark of an episode, Erica sits down with beloved pastor and author Max Lucado to chat about his latest book Tame Your Thoughts—a grace-filled guide to renewing your mind and reclaiming joy. From tattoos to transformation, Max shares how faith, scripture, and a little brain science can help us strum a new tune of hope!

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Messages to our dear Sam from listeners!

Cue the confetti and grab the tissues—it's Sam Kelly Day, and we’re celebrating 25 years of storytelling, encouragement, and heart! We're so pleased to have Carlos here (Sam’s husband and biggest fan) to share sweet memories of his and Sam's early days at SPIRIT 105.3, the moment he knew she was “the one,” and the beautiful life they’ve built together with their daughter Zoe. From Sam’s unwavering faith to Zoe’s joyful spark, this is a reminder that the greatest stories are the ones lived with purpose, grace, and a whole lot of heart.

"I've walked with God long enough to know this is gonna be GOOD." ~Sam Kelly

It's a bittersweet day at SPIRIT 105.3 as we say THANK YOU to Sam Kelly, who has been our faithful friend for 25 years on the radio. Brew a cup of chamomile tea and get cozy as our dear Sam opens her heart one more time to share hope, faith, and so much love.

You are Loved, E

Lord Jesus… One friend can change your whole life… You are the Friend Who changed all of our lives… Lord, You are the Friend Who sticks closer than a brother. And sometimes on the road of life, You give us special friends Who know You so well Jesus, that we feel closer to YOU when we’re with them. Sam is one of those friends. Lord, thank You for all the words of life and love Sam has shared on SPIRIT 105.3 for 25 years! Thank You for the hope she poured into every heart and for all her laugh out loud moments and wonderful God stories. We have laughed and cried with Sam, cause that’s what you do with your Jesus friends. Dear Lord, please pour out Your generous love on Sam and her family, on her amazing husband Carlos and their precious daughter Zoe… in the measure she has poured out on us. We are boldly asking for Mt. Rainier size blessings on Sam and her family. May You answer all their prayers in this new season. Give them Your abundant life and please show them Your incredible faithfulness. Thank you Dear Lord, for letting Sam be our Jesus friend on the radio. Amen.

Get ready to smile! Erica sits down with Hannah Crews—a homeschooling mom, author, and radiant source of joy—to talk faith, family, and viral dance moves. From her daughter’s video lighting up the internet to heartfelt reflections on scripture, banana pudding, and slowing down for gratitude, Hannah’s story is a warm hug for the soul.

Trisha, who is raising her granddaughter in Marysville, won the SPIRIT Secret Sound last week. She prayed about who to give it to and God placed a friend on her heart... a single mom who's daughter is in her granddaughter's class. Spend a moment with Katie from Arlington... and celebrate that God's timing is beautiful and undeniable!

Press PLAY to remember God sees YOU!

Logan Gilbert, fresh off an AL West win, is juggling three things: playoff focus, dad-to-be nerves, and keeping his prayer life stronger than his batting average. He credits faith, his buddy Cal, and a like-minded manager for keeping him grounded. With the World Series in sight, he’s hyped and grateful!

Erica caught up with Trisha after winning and she shared her transformative journey of faith since 2020, following personal challenges including the loss of her sister and raising her granddaughter. Trisha plans to use her winnings to pay off debts and support her family.

Trisha from Marysville won $6,825 plus $500 from Elite Roofing by correctly identifying the SPIRIT 105.3 Secret Sound as peeling a banana / cracking a banana / taking a banana off a bunch. Take a listen to this winning call. Her joy is infectious.

Glenn Mutti-Driscoll caught Cal Raleigh's Babe Ruth record-breaking home run Wednesday night... but he didn't keep it! For 15 MAGICAL SECONDS he savored the moment, MLB.com says, and then he handed it to the 12 year old kid standing close by. THEN, that grateful kid gave the ball back to the Big Dumper! Wow! The historic home run Cal ripped to right field started an act of kindness in Seattle that everyone's talking about. So take off the light jacket you put on... cause your heart is about to warm up! The kid and his dad, Galan Ruelos and his son Marcus, are are our very special guests today! Order some garlic fries and join us to celebrate how our city is WINNING right now... in baseball and all the feels!

Press PLAY to simply feel good today!

Pastor Jesse spotlights Grace Community Church’s Free Healthcare Event in Auburn, offering both medical help and spiritual care for everyone! It’s all about unity, faith, and serving neighbors with love.

Press Play to hear more about the Northwest’s electric community spirit—from big sports wins to big hearts.

Theresa Gardner is a die-hard Mariners fan who’s basically been cheering since the womb—and now she’s eight months pregnant, still going strong. She went viral for a sign begging for a playoff berth while about to give birth (talk about multitasking!). She’s hyped about Cal Raleigh, optimistic about the team, and already stocking up on Mariners baby gear—because nothing says “welcome to the world” like a tiny jersey and a playoff run.

I had the absolute joy of sitting down with the powerhouse that is Nicole C. Mullen—and let me tell you, I was not ready for the wave of wisdom, worship, and Veggie Tales references that came my way. From “Redeemer” rocking my soul to her new book making me want to high-five Moses’s mama, Nicole picks out her favorite biblical “She-roes” and reminds us that trusting God and doing the right thing never goes out of style—even when the broccoli sings.

Click PLAY to find out who her favorite She-roes are!

What do you get when a spontaneous studio session meets a heart full of worship? Phil Wickham’s revival of “Awesome God” is more than a musical moment—it’s a joyful reminder that God’s power and presence are as real today as ever, with a side of Thanksgiving pie to sweeten the story!

The love of Jesus is real and you can experience it anywhere! Just ask my newest friend. It's such a privilege to introduce you to Donnie Davidson today. One person showed him what the love of Jesus looks like beside a dumpster at a church in downtown Everett and that love changed the entire course of his life. You'll hear how the Lord's love can help you overcome anything, even a serious addiction to drugs... and how God can use a song to reach into your soul and heal you.

Brew a fresh coffee and lean into this beautiful conversation. Will you do me a favor? If you're as inspired as I am by Donnie's story, will you consider sharing it with someone you love, someone who needs hope, someone who wants to give up?

Maybe you're the someone who needs to hear Donnie's story. I pray that you will feel the incredible love of Jesus today. If you want to know more about the hope you hear on SPIRIT 105.3, text JESUS to 89419 or click here.You are REALLY LOVED, E

Press PLAY to remember YOU are the someone Jesus loves today.
* Song Donnie mentions: Casting Crowns "East to West"

There’s a beautiful spiritual awakening happening right now, with more people stepping into church and rediscovering the hope found in Jesus. Pastor Jesse is here to share powerful stories of renewed faith and reminds us that joy, peace, and purpose are waiting when we choose to walk with God.

Pastor Dawie from Aurora Community Church joins Erica to share how faith is transforming lives across Seattle—one relationship, one act of service, and one family at a time. From clothing closets to Christ-centered parenting, Pastor Dawie reminds us that when we live out Jesus’ teachings of life and freedom, we create ripple effects that reach generations.

From touchdowns to testimonies, Hunter Bryant’s journey is proof that God can turn any play into a purpose. After a life-altering injury, this former UW star player and NFL tight end for the Detroit Lions traded in his helmet for a higher calling—now serving as Chaplain for the Washington Huskies. Hunter shares how faith, love, and locker room ministry are changing the game far beyond the field.

Crowder’s back—and somehow, even a broken leg turns into a party when he’s involved! He shares the wild tale of injuring himself chasing down a grill part, finding unexpected musical magic with Forrest Frank, and how God can bring joy (and good tunes) out of the messiest moments. Toss in puppet shows, pumpkin spice lattes, and Thanksgiving debates, and you’ve got one unforgettable conversation.

Lori is a bus driver from Everett and she is goin' to be sitting in the front row with her husband when TOBYMAC comes BACK to the PNW! Snag your tickets today! Listen to her winning while on the bus!

Sean shares how an unexpected pregnancy, a powerful word from a stranger, and the grace of God led him from addiction to 13 years of sobriety.

I was a raging alcoholic for many years and I tried to quit numerous times on my own. So, my wife, who had a 5% chance of getting pregnant, got pregnant. Not a good spot for an alcoholic to be in. I went to a meeting, God put this guy in my life, and he said, "That little girl never has to see you drunk." And at that time, it wasn't about me anymore. It was about her. And God knew that that's exactly what I needed to hear to change my life. And I quit drinking that day,She turned 12 on May 5th, and I'll celebrate 13 years this October, and she will never meet that guy. Every song brings you back to what really matters. No matter what you're going through, whether you're driving or sitting at home having a rough day, the music reinforces what's number one in your life, and what should be. The Book says, don't worry, I got you. You just seek the comfort and peace in that, in the Word of God.

The music and message on SPIRIT 105.3 is helping change lives. Will you consider supporting the ongoing mission of SPIRIT 105.3 today?

There is no greater love than to lay down one’s life for one’s friends. ~Jesus | John 15:13

We live in the land of the free because of the brave. On September 11, 2001, we saw the bravest among us sacrifice their own safety... and in so many cases, their own lives... for the sake of others. Today, we remember those heroes and pause to honor them.

I remember how I felt on 9/11... like I wanted to be near people I love... family and friends... and hold them a little closer. It's fitting then, that my amazing friend Sheila is with us in studio today. When she's not singing literally from her soul at North Sound Church, where we met, Sheila serves as the Purchasing and Contracts Manager at Seattle Fire. Join us as we remember what it was like for our heroes that day through Sheila's eyes. And let's all hold each other a little closer today.

You are Loved, Erica

Press PLAY to pause in gratitude for those who gave all on this day in 2001.

Get ready for a heartwarming and hilarious ride! Erica catches up with Bart from MercyMe to talk faith, family, and fire pits—yes, fire pits! From the stories behind their most powerful songs to a sneak peek at the upcoming I Can Only Imagine Two, this convo is packed with hope, laughs, and maybe even a little friendly sports smack talk.

Click PLAY for the scoop!

Get ready for wagging tails, inspiring stories, and a whole lot of puppy love! Erica chats with Julia from Canine Companions, a national nonprofit celebrating 50 years of providing service dogs to people with disabilities at no cost. From a touching story of a local boy's transformation to an exciting "Bark in the Park" fundraiser with the Mariners, we're highlighting the incredible impact of four-legged heroes.

GUEST: Julia Schuehle, Canine Companions Puget Sound Office

WEBSITE: https://canine.org/location/northwest/chapter/puget-sound-chapter/

EVENT: Bark at the Park @ T-Mobile Park in Seattle https://www.mlb.com/mariners/tickets/specials/bark-at-the-park#requirements

“Light of the World,” directed by John Schafer, is a hand-drawn animated film offering a fresh, heartfelt portrayal of Jesus. With a style reminiscent of classic Disney, the story follows young John’s friendship with Jesus, presenting Him as a close, compassionate guide. The film blends adventure with spiritual depth, aiming to spark hope and connection for audiences of all ages—whether familiar with Scripture or not. Schafer envisions it as more than entertainment: a ministry effort designed to open conversations about faith and draw hearts closer to Christ.

Who knew a single $20 bill could unleash a wave of kindness, creativity, and heart? Thanks to teacher Kristina Ulmer and her $20 Kindness Challenge, students are proving that teenagers + compassion = unstoppable goodness. Born from a deeply personal story and growing into a full-on kindness movement, this project has sparked everything from baby hat knitting to animal shelter fundraising—and it all started with one simple idea: let’s spread love, one $20 act at a time.

Josiah Queen, the voice behind "Dusty Bibles," talks faith, music, and why pacing around his pool with a Bible counts as cardio. He shares how he went from knowing about Jesus to actually knowing Him, gives students a pep talk to stay real and trust God with their squad, and relives the moment he first heard his song on the radio—family cheering & chips flying!

College drop-off....the tears may flow, but faith also grows! Local mom Brylee shares the tears, the faith, and the joy of watching her daughter Madison grow at George Fox University. From tough goodbyes to sweet home visits, it’s all about giving your kids both roots to ground them and wings to fly!

Christian life coach and author Darla Nelson shares about ditching the “I’m fine” mask by leaning on Philippians 4:8 and finding peace in Jesus, instead of stress.

Press Play for tips on gratitude & tiny steps toward calm. Plus bonus moments with Darla about family stories, wedding prep, and Grandma joy!

God did it and He is faithful! SPIRIT 105.3 artist Micah Tyler spills the tea on his song "God Did It," which is basically a big ol' shout-out to God — a thank-you note of worship, if you will. Micah talks about the hilarious struggle of trying to control your life (spoiler: it’s like herding cats) and trusting God’s plan instead. Oh, and he shares a wild story about a family trip to Israel that got a little interrupted.

Press Play for a back-to-school pep talk with one of the friendliest people in Christian music!

Hi, I am Erica and I relate to Cobie, a sheep who gets lost, gets in trouble, and gets rescued by Shep the Good Shepherd! I think you will feel seen and LOVED when you get to know this wild, fluffy dude... and Shep too... He's simply the best! My sweet friend Susie Crosby is here to share about her brand new, beautiful book called, "Where Is Sheep 100?" It's written for children and when I say that I mean children of God. It's a book for everyone!

You are Loved, E

Press PLAY to feel seen and loved.

Summer is winding down and you've spent some money on adventures... so come on out and enjoy a night of refreshment and fun all for FREE before the school year really kicks into gear! A Night of Worship with three different awesome local churches... Canyon Hills, Hope Community, and Alderwood Community... is going down in Bothell tomorrow night and it's FREE! Join Pastor Koby Orr and me for a chat about getting together to worship, community, and UNITY in the PNW!

You are Loved, Erica

Press PLAY and you'll probably wanna start a group text! Let's GO Guys!

Single and thriving? Former pro baseball player and author Bob Wheatley gets real about the highs and lows—loneliness, pressure, even social media—but also the freedom, growth, and purpose this season can bring. From faith to fastballs, it’s a conversation full of encouragement and hope!

Press play and discover how to crush your season of singleness with joy and contentment, right where you are!

Chris Tomlin is back with stories that hit both the heartstrings and the high notes! He shares how the Psalms continue to inspire his songwriting, what it was like dropping his daughter off at camp (cue the dad emotions!), and the thrill of writing a song for the hit show House of David. From worship to parenthood to primetime TV—Chris is bringing the joy and Jesus in every season!

When someone makes a difference in your child's life, you love them FOREVER! I just had the chance to reconnect with one of those dear "someones..." My daughter Hannah said YES to Jesus in Mrs. Woodell's first grade class and she is our VERY SPECIAL guest! Brew a fresh cup of coffee and listen to the heart of one of the best teachers God made.

Press PLAY to smile and remember the "someone" in your life who went the extra mile!

"Even when I walk through the darkest valley, I will not be afraid, for You are close beside me. Your rod and your staff protect and comfort me." -Psalm 23

God is CLOSE when you walk through the valleys of life... and He uses the rain and the pain we go through to grow the most beautiful flowers. Today on the morning show we have a story to share with you that is both beautiful and bittersweet. Micah and Lauren Lennon are our very special guests... and you will hear the joyful noises of their precious daughters, Sunday and Willow as well... like a song of redemption playing in the background! We wanted to have these answered prayers in the studio on purpose... for they will remind you that Jesus is faithful.

Join the Lennon family and me for a conversation that will remind you that every word in psalm 23 is for you. ❤️

You are Loved, Erica

Press PLAY to feel hopeful today!

What if your phone could help you save a life? That’s exactly what PulsePoint is doing, and Shannon Smith from the PulsePoint team shares heartwarming stories that show just how powerful this life-saving app can be. With GPS technology and a whole lot of heart, PulsePoint is turning everyday people into heroes across more than 5,400 communities.

Friday nights often involve pizza and a movie at our house... and that's one of the reasons our special guest today inspires me! Ryan Rasar is the new Vice President of CRISTA Senior Living, our wonderful sister ministry. It's so cool that he spends most Friday nights serving the Lord via Seattle's Union Gospel Mission. Join Ryan and I for a conversation about why he goes on Search and Rescue missions on FRIDAY nights, what it's like working at a faith-based organization, and what happened at Boeing that changed his life.

Press PLAY to stoke YOUR passion to serve!

You are Loved, Erica

CRISTA Senior Living: https://cristaseniorliving.org
SUGM Search & Rescue: https://ugm.org/what-we-do/survival/search-plus-rescue?

What does it really look like to live without fear? For Jon Reddick, it all comes down to one thing—following Jesus. Trusting His lead, even when things don’t make sense. And today, Jon has a big reason to celebrate: his wife is officially cancer-free after walking through a tough battle with colon cancer! Through all the ups and downs, God showed up—bringing peace, strength, and healing every step of the way. Jon’s story is a beautiful reminder that when we follow the One who’s in control, fear doesn’t get the final say.

It's not just a lemonade stand, it's an opportunity to share hope with your neighbors.

Listen to Theresia on why she and her daughter encourage others to set up a lemonade stand in their neighborhood.

The Coffee Stand in Kirkland wears their heart on their sleeves... literally. They are joining the community effort to bring a beloved son home to Arlington. Jonathan Hoang is 21 years old, precious to his family, Autistic... and he's been missing since March.

Randi Manuel from The Coffee Stand in Kirkland is our special guest today. Grab a hot coffee - with a heartwarming sleeve- and join Randi and Erica for a chat about loving your neighbors in a way that's unique to you!

Press PLAY to fill up on the good stuff today.

Ben Williamson is defensive dynamite... and SO FUN to watch on the diamond! He played for the Tacoma Rainiers and now he's third baseman for our M's! Ben is part of Fields of Faith with our Mariners and the Fellowship of Christian Athletes of Greater Seattle (FCA).

THIS SATURDAY, enjoy a great game, hear from our M's who love and serve the Lord, and worship along with Canyon Hills at T Mobile Park! Seriously! Make plans to come... after you join Ben and Erica for a chat about getting called up to the Big Leagues, saying yes to Jesus and surrendering your life to Christ, when does the adrenaline from making a great play stop, what he's lovin' about the PNW and wait... the Big Dumper seems like a nice guy? Is he?

Press PLAY to get to know #9

P.S. Producer Max would love to meet you at the game! Stop and say hello and GO M's!

"If God can use a man without arms and legs to be His hands and feet... then He can use any willing heart." -Nick Vujicic

Today, your obstacle has the potential to turn into an opportunity! Nick Vujicic is passionate about sharing the hope he found in Jesus all around the world... and he accomplishes this mission without arms or legs. Born with a rare condition, he wrestled through life until one day... God stepped in, bringing hope and light to his world.

Join Nick and Erica for a conversation about the bible story that changed everything, being a bridge to compassion, God's plans, why he keeps shoes in the closet, and more. Press PLAY to adopt an attitude of gratitude today!

More about Nick:
https://nickvujicic.com/

In a world that can sometimes feel chaotic and uncertain, there’s something undeniably special about a child’s bond with their favorite stuffed animal. That’s where The Lost Stuffy Project steps in—founded by the ever-compassionate Randy, a certified child life specialist with a heart as big as a teddy bear’s hug. This sweet and soulful initiative is on a mission to reunite children with their beloved stuffies lost during disasters like wildfires and floods.

With more than a hundred cherished comfort items already finding their way back home, each reunion tells a story of hope, resilience, and the power of kindness. From a timeworn pink bunny reuniting with its human decades later, to the quiet heroes who mend fur and fluff without expecting a dime in return—this project is pure heart in action.

Come along as Amanda Shankin shares some of the most touching tales from this incredible journey, and see how one lost stuffy can bring an entire family a little peace, a little comfort—and a lot of love. 🧸💛
Find out more at loststuffyproject.org.

You may have called the station and talked with today's special guest on the phone. Talkin' about our Lanna! She is our fabulous receptionist extraordinaire. here's the extraordinaire part: office cheerleader, birthday celebrator, smile maker, friend, and always ready with a kind word kinda gal! Lanna and her husband Jake took their daughters to see Anne Wilson, who opened up for country artist Morgan Wallen over the weekend at Lumen Field.

Press PLAY for a chat that will inspire you and make you smile too.

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You are invited to SummerFest, goin' down at the beautiful CRISTA campus, home of SPIRIT 105.3, in Shoreline tomorrow!

Here's what's on the fun menu:
* Classic car show * Bouncy houses * Climbing wall * Face painting * Hot dogs and cotton candy * Food Trucks * LIVE broadcast from the SPIRIT 105.3 booth - our street team and Erica would love to meet you and hug you. And pray for you! And put your voice on the radio! Plus, enter to win a * NINJA CREAMY ICE CREAM MAKER at our booth! Come say HI! * A message of HOPE from Pastor Jesse from Grace Community Church in Auburn, our dear friend! * A time to worship together outside!

Pastor Jesse is here to chat up SummerFest! Press PLAY to start making plans!

Pastor Jesse from Grace Community Church in Auburn/ Host of The Bonfire Podcast on Purposely, AND author of the brand new book, The Power Of The Second Thought, How To Live With Indestructible Hope!

Congratulations to Kristin from Bothell and her buddy, Tennessee, for winning our Summer Pet Spotlight contest!

This is what Kristin shared about her pup having fun in the sun:
Tennessee loves being sprayed with the hose in his pool!*

Tennessee will be receiving a summer gift basket filled with treats and toys for all his pool days, thanks to Robert Gardner Roofing!

Jamie MacDonald brings the joy as she shares her unforgettable baptism story—complete with a victory lap around a chilly Michigan lake! That burst of freedom and celebration became the heart of her new song, "Left It In The River".

She also gives the scoop on her one-of-a-kind bond with Lauren Daigle and their powerful take on Jamie's hit song, “Desperate.”

Press PLAY for soul-stirring inspiration!

It was the twenty first time the REACH Ministry team had a chance to partner with our Living God in Seattle... the twenty first time God tapped one of His kids to bring a person on the street back to life.

Pastor Rich Simms is here to share about the man he met who was minutes away from death... and who now is very much alive and wanting to get closer to Jesus. So thankful for how the Lord works through Rich, his family and his team every Wednesday night and Saturday morning at the corner of 3rd and Pike and wherever they are sent.

Press PLAY to remember Jesus is still the God of this city!
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Special guest: Rich Simms is living out LOUD for Jesus with REACH Ministry and Hope is Alive Church in Pioneer Square in Seattle.

Reach Ministry Website: https://www.reachministry.org/

Something amazing is happening in Seattle—and I can’t wait to tell you about it! Together for Seattle is lighting up our city with hope, connection, and a whole lot of heart, bringing churches and local leaders together like never before, and Matt Broweleit is leading the charge. This movement is all about bold faith, real stories, shared meals, and powerful prayer—reshaping Seattle one joyful, love-filled moment at a time!

Get ready for a behind-the-scenes look at the wildly creative mind of Butch Hartman — the genius behind The Fairly OddParents and other animated favorites! He spills the beans on his childhood cartoon obsessions, his character-creating secrets, and how his faith fuels his imagination. Plus, Butch gives us a sneak peek at The Garden Cartoon, his newest adventure featuring talking veggies, life lessons, and a whole lot of heart!

Press PLAY for the inside scoop!

Pastor Jesse is here and let me tell you—he’s fresh off vacation and still riding high from his big win in the annual turtle race in Northern Minnesota! He also has some super helpful summer tips for building habits to stay rooted in faith during the busy summer season.

Plus, don’t miss his pick for the best sunset spot in the PNW—you’ll want to add it to your summer bucket list!

Lord, please give me eyes to see the people you put in front of me each day! It's my new prayer. Yasmin Hanby, my CRISTA coworker, sweet friend, and sister in Christ, is our very special guest today. She's here to share a God moment that happened at PCC. Little encounters of love are so BIG to the Lord! Press PLAY to hear a LOVE your neighbor story!

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Last night, something simple and beautiful happened for my friend Theresia.

Her daughter wanted to set up a lemonade stand, and although at first all Theresia could think of was the amount of work that was going to cause her as a mom (relatable!), she still said yes. They figured the sweet spot would be from 6pm to 8pm, away from the heat of the day and as families in their neighborhood were arriving home.

After setting up, Theresia took the opportunity to enjoy some fresh air and sunshine on the porch. With Spirit 105.3 playing loud and clear, she settled into a peaceful evening wrapped in worship music and the golden glow of a summer sunset.

And then, a moment of connection.

A neighbor, someone she had never met before, walked over and said, “I heard your music and I’m a believer too.”

Her words were so sweet and encouraging. In that moment, Theresia was reminded of how the love of Jesus draws us together. Spirit 105.3 wasn’t just music; it was a bridge.

Theresia told her neighbor about the summer backyard Bible study happening at another neighbor’s house. "She lives just a block away from me, but we’d never crossed paths until last night."

You can hear more of Theresias story in the audio below. I love her heart!

This summer, I’m thankful for open porches, open hearts, and the quiet power of a worship song reaching just the right ears at just the right time.

When it comes to encouragement, it's a slam dunk for our special guest today! Coach John Mosely is from East LA College and he’s featured on Last Chance U: Basketball - an award-winning documentary series on Netflix that follows the East Los Angeles (ELAC) Huskies and his life and family during the 2020-21 season.

Best of all, he’s speaking at the awesome multi- sport camp goin’ down this week at PLU in Tacoma - hosted by FCA, the Fellowship of Christian Athletes (Greater Seattle). We love them! Join Coach John and Erica for a conversation about how Jesus shaped his life and how the Lord tapped John to shape the lives of others... on TV and off.

Press PLAY for a coaching sesh!

Websites:
* https://www.fcaseattle.org/camp

https://coachjohnmosley.com/about/

Be inspired, love your neighbor, and HAVE FUN tonight at North Sound Church in Edmonds! They're so happy to be part of the Art Walk that happens on the third Thursday of each month. Come and meet Ellen Janes, a talented textile artist who blesses kids around the world with her masterpiece quilts and ALSO paint rocks of KINDNESS with the North Sound Church FAM. Then you can hide them around Edmonds and spread God's love and light!

Press PLAY to shine your light today!

Tauren Wells talks with Erica about starting the Church of Whitestone in Texas, inspired by Revelation 2:17. His dream? To build a loving, close-knit family in Austin where people can discover their true, God-given identity through a relationship with Jesus. Catch the details on his powerful song “Take It All Back”—and his uplifting book Joy Bomb, which shows that joy is so much more than a feeling; it’s a person.

Click PLAY to hear his JOY-FULL journey of him saying “yes” to God and his delight in the Lord.

Love is a noun AND a verb! Our special guest is starting a really good conversation in our community. He is a graduate of the Art Institute of Seattle and the Pastor of Calvary Arlington church. Jim Jacobson is with us today and you'll be inspired by his gentle invitation to think about love.

Join Jim and Erica for a conversation about loving the way Jesus asked us to... and so much more!

Press PLAY to RSVP YES to Jim's invitation!

Put some honey on your toast - it's MAMA BEAR MONDAY on SPIRIT 105.3! But actually, this conversation is for papa bears too... and everyone... because it's about talking with God and not giving up on your dearest prayers. Join Julie Loos, one of the authors of "Honest Prayers For Mama Bears," and Erica for a chat that will inspire you to pray for yourself, to keep trusting God because we know WHO He is, and to reflect on "the far side of prayer."

Click PLAY to listen to a conversation that pairs well with your favorite tea... infused with honey of course!

CATCH! Join Ryan from Pike Place Fish Market and Erica for a fun chat about one of our favorite Seattle traditions and how Tik Tok was like... we want in on this! Press PLAY to hear how the throwing the fish thing began too.

It's FriYAY on the morning show, Rooster Club, and our very own "bear and moose encountering" McKayla from the SPIRIT 105.3 promo team is here to share tales from her trip to the Grand Tetons. Join McKayla and Erica for a chat about camping IN THE WILD... and God's AWE-some creation! Press PLAY to whet your appetite for adventure this summer!

Convoy of Hope is on the ground in Kerrville following the disastrous floods. They are partnering with local churches to meet tangible and spiritual needs in the Name of Jesus. Join Stacy from Convoy of Hope and Erica for a conversation that will have you praying for the wonderful helpers in Texas. God is surely there bringing His sweet peace and working through so many of His children.

Press PLAY to focus on HOPE today!

Dr. Gregg Jantz, founder of The Center - A Place of Hope in Edmonds, was a cherished friend and a source of comfort on SPIRIT 105.3. We give tribute to a man whose life was marked by love, faith, and a lasting legacy of hope.

"I've discovered God and therapy is a really good combo." -Chris Rend

Dive into the deep end of the pool with us today! Chris Rend from the wonderful band Rend Collective is our special guest. Join Chris (you'll love his Irish accent) and Erica (sometimes her New York accent can pop out) for a conversation about joy, mental health, faith... and what love is like when one of your precious children is non-verbal.

Press play to ponder things that matter today!

Bay Turner's voice will bounce like a sunbeam into your cloudy day! He sings the new song you're jamming to this summer: "PRAISE THE LORD! Praise is his LIFELINE! Join Bay and Erica for a conversation about praising the MOST HIGH GOD through the highs and lows of life. Oh and wait... Bay is an opera singer? Get ready for a Costco sample! And hold up?! How did he work SWIMWEAR into a praise song? Press PLAY to find out!

She is a star in track and field, a state champion, and one day I believe she'll be a Summer Olympics competitor - will it be 2028 or 2032?! Even the mayor of Mukilteo honored her with a proclamation! But I think my favorite thing about this girl is that she is a star shining for Jesus!

Kimberly Beard, a rising senior is our special guest today. Open up a Powerade and power up for a chat about hard work, dreams, faith, and the impact of having a family and a school in your corner!

As someone who deeply admired Dr. Gregg Jantz, I share this tribute with a heart full of gratitude. He was more than a counselor and speaker—he was a source of hope, rooted in his unwavering faith in Jesus. Dr. Jantz had a gift for bringing comfort in life’s hardest moments, always pointing others toward prayer, gratitude, and the healing power of Scripture.

His legacy lives on through his message: serve others, renew your mind, and never lose hope. I’ll never forget the impact of his words, especially as he shared his wife’s powerful journey through cancer and how her gratitude journal became a lifeline. His life continues to inspire me to trust God more deeply and to seek joy, even in trials.

We are feeling heavy-hearted for the families in Texas whose lives will never be the same after the catastrophic flood. As we see the pictures of these precious little people on social media, I am so thankful that "Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever" (Hebrews 13:8) and that heaven is our real home... “Don’t let your hearts be troubled. Trust in God, and trust also in Me. There is more than enough room in My Father’s home. If this were not so, would I have told you that I am going to prepare a place for you?" (John 14:1-2).

We are praying for everyone affected by the flood and for more miraculous rescues. Pastor Jesse from Grace Community Church in Auburn is here to help us process this tragedy. Join Jesse and me for a conversation about grief, hope, and heaven. Let's lift up our eyes to the God of Hope today.
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Talk about loving your neighbor...David from Good Measures Remodeling felt prompted by the Holy Spirit to offer his services to Trey who was recovering from a heart attack and needed some extra help.

Click PLAY to listen to the full story below!

Erica talked with listener Steve from Kirkland about the search for Jonathan Hoang, a missing 21-year-old with autism last seen in South Juanita.

Click PLAY for details on a community effort happening at 8 PM, urging residents to step outside and call for Jonathan. There is power in community and prayer - Please pray over Jonathan to be found and his safe arrival home.

Congratulations to Aalyiah, this month's recipient of a Second Chance!

God had Rhonda and Aalyiah unexpectedly cross paths through a simple act of obedience.Here is what Rhonda shared in her nomination for Aalyiah:

I was divorced last year (May 2024) and put my household items in storage with hopes of starting over. But the Lord said to me, "Get rid of it and follow Me." I had a garage sale with the majority of my items and He blessed me back four months worth of storage fees. Until I heard it again, "get rid of everything and follow Me." I usually argue three times (that's the relationship He and I have - ha!) but I knew better this time, so on December 20th, 2024, I posted an antique dresser and two chairs for free and a young, single mom sent me a private message: "I could really use your three items but I don't have a car or a way to pick them up. Could you deliver them to me?" She and I agreed on Christmas day at 2pm. But before I left my house, after spending Christmas morning with my kids, I asked her if there is anything else she needs that I might have. She replied, "I have nothing" and sent me two pictures: her empty living room, and one of her bedroom with a single twin mattress on the floor (she and her 1 1/2 yo son were living out of a suitcase) - she wasn't kidding. It was Christmas day and she literally had nothing. My daughter and I loaded up two cars full of things we thought she could use (that hadn't sold in my garage sale) and delivered to her as promised by 2pm. When we went into her apartment, her little son was waving to me from his high chair and when I asked her his name, she responded, "Immanuel." She and I both said out loud, "God with us". Remember: this was Christmas day. I asked her a few questions about what she wants to do with her life, where she'd like to be, would she like to go to school and her response knocked me backwards. "I don't know why I'm going to tell you this, but I've just escaped being sex trafficked and I'm starting my life over." She's 27. When I tell you she is a Christmas miracle, I'm not kidding. She and her son Manny started coming to Grace Community Church in Auburn with me; she's taken the new member classes; she was just baptized this last Sunday, and she will become a member as soon as she's able. She's celebrating her being clean, her celibacy, and is doing a lot of hard work while she prays to find the future her Heavenly Father has for her. God said, "Get rid of everything and follow Me," and He led me straight to her. My children are grown, and after my divorce I moved into a bedroom in my daughter's home ... with our combined nine animals ... and I have been blessed with a life of calm, and peace, and new hope for whatever God has for me. I want for nothing - my true blessing is seeing this young girl find her wings and fly.

Rhonda and her son will be receiving grocery cards and Uber gift cards to help support them during their transition time.

Every day I hear laughter, water balloon splats, and balls being hit in the yard next door. And I LOVE IT! Two little boys are living their best life ever - thanks to their amazing parents. My sweet friend and neighbor Ashley is our special guest today! Pour an iced coffee and sit with us as we chat up taking time to intentionally have fun and making messy memories. Also, you are gonna CRACK UP over her bbq sauce story.

Click PLAY to smile today!

Brant and Sherri talk about the chaos and charm of July 4th traditions—specifically, the slip and slide. Brant has a list of hilariously accurate alternative names he’d seen on a parent’s blog—like "Slip and Chafe," "Slip and Jack Up the Water Bill," and "Slip and Kill the Lawn." Based on her own family’s experiences, Sherri agrees that every single one of those names rings painfully true. Click PLAY and compare your names with theirs.

The first time I met Katie Mathews was at the Washington State Fair. To this day, she holds the record for being the brightest, most joyful person I have ever met. What struck me was that Katie had the biggest smile at the Puyallup... even though she's living life in a wheelchair. Now, my sweet, inspiring friend has written a book called UNPARALYZED and trust me... once you get to know Katie on the page, your joy meter will rise. Join this ray of PNW sunshine and me for a conversation about getting unstuck from whatever has you unable to move forward. Click PLAY to hear what freedom in Christ sounds like today!

Get ready to smile… PEABOD is here! He’s a fantastic friend of the morning show… and he’s got a BIG life update! Join the Happy Rapper from Seattle and Erica for a fun convo full of meaning and sunshine.

Click PLAY to feel like the sun is out in the PNW!

One of my absolute favorite comments on a now-viral wedding video reads: "God is such a girl dad!"

Let me introduce you to Kayla and Micah Anderson. Their simple but heartfelt prayer for their wedding day was this: "Jesus, be glorified." And wow—did He ever show up in a well-timed moment!

Enter Lori: my coworker here at CRISTA Ministries. Like any mom-of-the-bride, she had a dream for her daughter's big day. So when the power suddenly cut out while the bridal party was getting glammed up, her first thought was hilariously practical: "Too many curling irons, probably."

But soon it became clear: it wasn't just the bridal suite. The power was out for the entire venue. Oh, and the whole town.

Cue the panic? Not for this family. Their church community was ready to go. Generators, supplies, tell us what you need! But first? Prayer. Cue the divine setup.

What happens next is a moment that’s touching hearts across the country and the globe. We got to sit down with Lori for the full backstory behind the viral video that’s lighting up everyone’s feed (pun very much intended).

Her firsthand account makes this moment all the more powerful—and real. I’ll be honest: if I’d stumbled across the clip without knowing this family personally, I might have had a few doubts. In our age of AI-generated content, clickbait, and oh-so-conveniently staged “viral” videos, I’ve got a built-in skepticism meter. I mean, who’s to say someone didn’t just flip a switch at the perfect moment?

But here’s the truth: this one’s 100% legit. A real moment, covered in prayer, and illuminated (literally) by divine timing.

What I love most about this story isn’t just the goosebumps moment when the lights came back on. It’s everything it represents:
Prayer. Community. Love. Unity.
And of course, that little extra sprinkle of God’s humor and perfect timing—like icing on the (wedding) cake.

I can almost feel Gods smile. “Let there be light?” That’s what I do.

Congratulations to Raelene from Spanaway on winning $2,310 in the SPIRIT 105.3 Secret Sound with her guess of "HULA HOOP!"

Raelene's son was a hula hooper growing up, so she's gonna thank him for the inspiration by sharing a bit of the money with him! Who's she gonna bless with the Pay It Forward $500? Here's a hot off the press message from Raelene:

"Our church is doing a summer BBQ and we want to get a bouncy castle for the kids!"

Congrats Raelene, we're so happy for you!!

*Our next Secret Sound will begin on Thursday, July 10th, with $1,050 in the Elite Roofing Piggy Bank, and an additional $500 to Pay-It-Forward!

Bible Coach Keith Ferrin (yep, the guy from YouTube!) joins Erica to talk all things faith, sports, and the amazing work of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA). From locker rooms to life lessons, Keith dives into how sports can be a game-changer when it comes to growing your faith. He shares inspiring stories about legendary coaches, the power of mentorship, and how teamwork isn't just for the field—it’s for following Jesus, too! If you love Jesus and a good game plan, this one’s for you!

GUEST: Speaker and content creator Keith Ferrin Keith is one the featured speakers at FCA camp. He is a former collegiate tennis player at Pacific Lutheran University in Tacoma.

I had the absolute joy of interviewing Anne Wilson, the incredible voice behind “My Jesus.” Hearing her share how the loss of her brother in 2017 led her into music and a deeper walk with Jesus was both heartbreaking and inspiring. Anne’s heart for encouraging others—especially young girls—to trust God through pain is so genuine, and I can’t wait to welcome her to Seattle soon!

Click PLAY for a ray of sunshine from Anne Wilson!

Erica chats with Jeremy Yost from Disabled American Veterans (DAV), who brings big energy and heart to helping disabled veterans land great civilian jobs. Jeremy shares his own path from Marine Corps service to becoming a champion for veterans' success, organizing job fairs that open doors and change lives. Jeremy encourages veterans to show up to the job fair, have fun, and make connections at these no-cost events. The Job Fair is this Thursday, June 26th at American Lake Conference Center—where the coffee’s hot, the employers are hiring, and opportunity is just a handshake away!

Job Fair Website: https://my.recruitmilitary.com/events/job-fair-at-joint-base-lewis-mcchord-june-26-2025

I have a little Mental Health Monday for you, and was able to chat with Peter Carlson, a counselor at Sideris Church, and wow—what a great convo! We talked about why professional counseling is so valuable (hint: it's deeper and more confidential than venting to a friend). Peter shares how counseling isn’t just for tough times—it’s a great tool for growing, healing, and even preventing future struggles. We touched on big topics like anger, identity, and forgiveness, and he gave super practical advice—like checking your thoughts by asking: Is this true? Is it helpful? Is it kind?

We also explore how Christian counseling brings in the Holy Spirit as part of the journey. So encouraging! Mental health matters, and you're not alone—there’s so much hope and help out there. 💛

"God is our refuge and strength, always ready to help in times of trouble." ~Psalm 46:1

The world is more troubled than ever, but our hearts don't have to be. Join our dear friend Pastor Jesse Bradley from Grace Community Church in Auburn and Erica for a conversation that will remind you that:

God has not given us a spirit of fear.
God has overcome the world.
God never runs out of hope and peace.
God is in control. Heaven is our real home.
God has a plan and it's GOOD!
And more.

Click PLAY to park your mind in a more peaceful place.

Hi, SUMMER, HI! ☀️ We're kicking off a brand-new season with an awesome friend... Jordan Gage, Head of King's Schools! Jordan is married to a lovely gal named JORDAN, fun, and together they're raising four cool kids. Join Jordan and Erica for a fun convo today about making time for community and fellowship for our kids, summer reading, modeling faith for the next generation, and what the Lord has been up to at King's our SISTA ministry this past year. Hint: students are coming to Christ! PTL! We'll talk FALL for a hot sec too cause wait... our kids spend 16,000 hours in a classroom and on a ballfield... whoa... so let's chat about Christian education too!

Click PLAY to feel refreshed on the first day of summer!

Erica and Pastor Jesse, the Chaplain for the Seattle Sounders, team up to chat all things faith and soccer! With David vs. Goliath vibes and a shoutout to being everyday ambassadors for Jesus, this is a fun, faith-filled convo that’ll have you cheering for more than just goals. Go Sounders!

Erica reflects on healing and letting go of old hurts, inspired by comedian Shonda Pierce, who stopped telling a painful childhood story after the Lord revealed something to her. It’s a reminder to consider which stories we’re ready to let go of.Click PLAY for a nudge of inspiration.

This is going to inspire you! Erica and Bhritney Taylor dive into the power of rest, renewal, and spiritual connection. Bhritney shares her journey of taking a sabbatical with her husband, Riley, who is currently on a soul-searching trip in Portugal. Together, they explore the beauty of slowing down, drawing wisdom from taking the Sabbath to reclaim peace in a fast-paced world. Begin with small steps—like moments of silence, solitude, or a break from social media—to create space for reflection and spiritual growth.

Click PLAY for a gentle reminder that rest isn’t a luxury—it’s a sacred rhythm that leads us to healing, clarity, and a deeper connection with ourselves and our Heavenly Father.

Intern Mckayla lit up the room as she shared her amazing mission trip experience to Laos with our sister ministry World Concern! She talked about the strength and joy of the local villagers who stay hopeful and connected through tough times—all made possible thanks to generous donations. As she heads off to Northwest University, Mckayla is trusting God with her next steps and shares how prayer has helped guide her through the unknown. Her story is full of heart, faith, and inspiration—a beautiful reminder of how community and giving can truly change lives.

Click PLAY to listen!

Erica and Pastor Jesse from Grace Community Church sat down for a thoughtful conversation about the current conflict between Israel and Iran, and he brings such a calming, spiritual perspective to it all. He reminds us how important prayer is and shared how Israel becoming a nation again in 1948 fits into the bigger picture of biblical prophecy. There is a spiritual awakening happening in both Israel and Iran, connecting it to passages in Romans and Ezekiel that point toward Jesus’ return. I feel encouraged—grateful for God’s plan, hopeful for what’s to come, and grounded in the reminder that our true citizenship is in heaven.

"God had a plan all along... to perform a miracle in our lives." -Pastor Josh Sullivan

Get ready for the GOOD chills! This story reminds me of the time an angel bounced Peter from prison. Meet Josh Sullivan today on the show! He and his beautiful family from Tennessee were faithfully serving the Lord as missionaries in South Africa when their lives were changed forever... it was an ordinary Sunday until it wasn't. Brew a cup of good, strong coffee and join Pastor Josh and me for a story you'll be telling someone you love!

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Click PLAY to praise the LORD today!

So, I’ve never been much of a handyman. Some guys are amazing at it, and honestly, I’ve felt a little bad at times that I’m not one of them. But today I was reminded of something important.

A listener named Heather wrote in after hearing us talk about this. She said her dad could fix anything—but that’s not what she remembers most about him. What stuck with her were the moments: him tossing her in the air when he got home from work, tickling her face with his beard, praying with her, crying with her when her mom passed, singing, washing dishes, listening. His presence, not his skillset, made him the incredible dad she remembers.

She ended her message by saying, “There are dads who can fix things, but never took the time to be there. No comparison.”

That hit me.

If you’ve ever felt like you’re not “handy enough” or falling short in some way—just remember: being there, loving well, that’s what really counts.

It's hard to make sense of it all. Pastor Jesse gently encourages us to grieve, pray, and find comfort in the Holy Spirit. God’s power is capable of redeeming even the darkest situations, and calls us to be a light in the darkness.

"Rejoice with those who rejoice; mourn with those who mourn..." -Romans 12:15

Rachel Hammons heard the heart-crushing news about the precious Decker sisters on a playground in Wenatchee. As her children and so many others played in the sunshine, she saw each mom look down at her phone and begin to mourn.

Now, the entire community is mourning together... and also looking up. They're finding the peace of Jesus in the midst of unspeakable tragedy. Join Rachel, mom of three sweet sons, and Erica for an honest and tender conversation about mourning with those who mourn and how God is coming so near to them in the Wenatchee Valley.

Edward Rivera, up and coming new artist with a big heart and even bigger smile, turned his battle with anxiety and PTSD into the upbeat anthem, “Not the End.” Now, he’s spreading hope, joy, and good vibes everywhere—one song, one story, and one dance-worthy worship session at a time!

The love of Jesus can meet you in any situation at any time! Teen parents are finding a lifeline at Youth for Christ (YFC) in Tacoma. Bebhinn Horrigan is the Parent Life Coordinator at YFC and our special guest today. Join Bebhinn and Erica for a conversation that will inspire you and remind you how loved you are!

Mia is receiving a Second Chance to make memories at Ocean Shores in honor of her late daughter Kinsley, who passed away from cancer.

Mia was nominated by her cousin Olivia to receive a Second Chance at making memories to honor her late daughter, Kinsley.

A note from Olivia:
I’m Olivia, Mia’s cousin. On January 9th, 2025 she lost her daughter to childhood cancer (neuroblastoma) after fighting it for 3 of her 5.5 years of life. She passed peacefully with her family around her.

Mia is a single mom to her living daughter (age 8). She has been through more than anyone should in her life. Mia deserves a second chance at life after the loss of her child. She is faithful to her family, in a relationship and still pursing the Lord, and is a wonderful & selfless mother. She’s only 27 herself and has been through the worst. I love her and her kids so much & when I heard this on the radio, I knew I had to nominate her. Mia and her daughter are very close & have been there for each other through this grieving time. I was thinking for a second chance for them would be a little weekend trip to ocean shores for Mia’s daughter who passed birthday on June 27th. Ocean shores is their favorite place to go and Kinsley (who passed) loved it there. She isn’t working right now because of the mourning of her child.

Second Opinion will help make this weekend trip for Mia and her family by filling up their gas tank and grocery cart in preparation. They'll also receive a polaroid camera to capture memories, and passes to the local arcade, pizza spot, and ice cream shop. Thank you Second Opinion Sewer for making this special trip possible.

Erica has a burning question for Pastor Jesse: How do you and I respond as followers of Christ to what's happening in our city right now? Join Pastor Jesse from Grace Community Church in Auburn, a great friend of the morning show, and Erica for a conversation about what's happening in Seattle and how we can shine our light and be faithful.

Click PRAY for perspective today!
* Grace Community Church: https://www.graceinauburn.com/

Hope is WINNING thanks to the caring people who run Backpack Brigade... the largest agency in Washington State, if not the west coast, solely focused on ending weekend hunger for kids. Join Nichelle Hinton, who started it all, and Erica for a conversation that will open your eyes and your heart - and also, you may never look at a Rice Krispie treat the same way again.

Click PLAY to score a point for HOPE today!

Backpack Brigade: https://www.backpackbrigade.org/

The race this weekend: https://www.backpackbrigade.org/event-details-registration/run-to-end-weekend-hunger-a-seattle-5k-benefiting-backpack-brigade

Honey, let me tell ya - beekeepers ROCK! This sudden warm weather we've been experiencing can cause bee swarms... just ask Erica from Edmonds! Let's endeavor to save the bees - don't call an exterminator - call up a beekeeper, like the heroine of our story today! Join Erica and... Erica 🙂 for a chat that will blow your mind. Click PLAY to BEE thankful for beekeepers today.

PS Put Alex the beekeeper's name in your phone! He's the beekeeper from Marysville who helped Erica... and part of the SPIRIT 105.3 Fam. He's happy to rescue the bee swarm at your house too... 425--314-5514!

The coolest Field Day ever is goin' down this Saturday at our Hawks' training facility in Renton. Sixth-eighth grade girls will have the chance to play flag football, experience tech, meet with mentors from Amazon Web Services and our Seahawks, and dream BIG! Dr. Kimberly Clay, CEO and Founder of Play Like a Girl is our special guest today. Join Dr. Kim and Erica for a chat about what happens when you tap the potential of a girl!

Click PLAY to learn more about Play Like A Girl and its new role in Seattle.

CJ from Shelton just won the SPIRIT 105.3 Secret Sound! Listen to what is going through his mind now that he has won over $10,000 thanks to Elite Roofing! He delivers oxygen to our heroes for a living! He hasn't flown in over 20 years which is ironic considering the sound. They are going to save some, spend some and help a friend! Take a listen and celebrate with us.

Congratulations to CJ on guessing ‘PUTTING UP THE TRAY TABLE’ in the SPIRIT 105.3 Secret Sound! He just won $10,290 PLUS an extra $500 to bless someone else with!

Click PLAY to listen in on the winning call! Thank you Elite Roofing!

Meet Jesse from Elite Roofing! Thanks to the generosity of his family and the support of their incredible team, we get to play the SPIRIT Secret Sound. Find out why Jesse and his lovely wife Lisa partner with SPIRIT 105.3 and... who calls his office? Also, is Jesse on the edge of his seat like we are? Join Jesse and Erica for a fun chat!

The city of Edmonds called up North Sound Church with a special request - will you help us plant wooden crosses at the cemetery to honor our heroes for Memorial Day? North Sound said YES! Join Casey Kramer, their worship leader and Erica, for a sweet, sentimental chat about loving the families of our bravest neighbors!

What do adorable kittens and a major league baseball star have in common? Erica and Emily Sprong, Director of Seattle Area Feline Rescue, are here to spill the (kibble) beans about a surprise visit from MLB pitcher Andrés Muñoz, who dropped by the rescue to show some serious love for the furry residents. Turns out, he’s not just a pro on the field — he’s got a heart of gold for animals, too!

They chat about why kittens are better in pairs (double the fluff, double the fun!), the superhero-level work of volunteers (15,000+ hours a year!), and some truly “aww”-inspiring adoption stories — like two special-needs cats named Stella who found their forever families.

From playful paws to powerful connections, Emily reminds us how cats bring joy, healing, and a whole lot of heart to our lives. Her mission? To make sure every whiskered wonder gets the love they deserve — and to grow kindness in our communities, one purr at a time.

The Fred Hutch Obliteride is an iconic summer event in Seattle and serves a powerful mission. This year, the event will take place Friday, August 8 and Saturday, August 9, 2025. Participants choose between biking one of a variety of scenic routes (25, 50, or 100 miles), walking or running a 5k, or volunteering to help the event run smoothly. All fundraising benefits the Fred Hutch Cancer Center, an independent, nonprofit organization that operates eight clinical care sites and serves as UW Medicine’s cancer program.

This year, Window Nation will join the cause and help sponsor the Obliteride. As a sponsor of the event, Window Nation hopes to directly impact the Seattle community, support local patients, and fuel ongoing cancer discoveries to help cure cancer faster. The cause is personal to many Window Nation employees and their families.

Window Nation looks forward to supporting the event, connecting with its local Seattle employees and customers, and rally behind those experiencing cancer and their loved ones. In 2024, Obliteride broke their record for fundraising; Window Nation is thrilled to participate and help continue the momentum this summer.

Keep an eye out for the Window Nation team at Obliteride, and check out more ways Window Nation has been giving back to its communities across the US.

Window Nation Cares: https://www.windownation.com/cares/

Matthew West catches up with Erica for a fun, faith-filled convo about how "Don't Stop Praying" got her through a really a tough season. They swap powerful (and funny) stories—like Matthew calling out to Jesus after a car crash—talking about bold faith, fiery furnace style. Be bold in your faith! Click PLAY to listen in on their conversation!

Feeling God's love in the whirlwind of scary news, grief, and life changes. SPIRIT 105.3 playing in the MRI machine. The lifeline of a song! Andrea from Gig Harbor tapped OPEN MIC on our app and it opened a conversation that is here to encourage the entire SPIRIT 105.3 family. Join Andrea and Erica for a chat that will strengthen your faith!

P.S. We wanna hear what God is up to in YOUR life! Download our app and tap OPEN MIC at the bottom to share YOUR story! Can't wait to hear from you.

Mobile App: https://www.spirit1053.com/mobile-app/

Pastor Ben from Awaken Seattle drops by to celebrate 10 amazing years of 100 Days of Prayer for Seattle with Erica! It all started with a powerful vision on a flight from Kenya—and now it’s a citywide movement sparking prayer, hope, and revival. With 90% of Seattle's population identifying as nonbelievers, Pastor Ben is on a mission to see hearts transformed. So let’s rally together, lift up our city, and cover Seattle in prayer!

Erica gets the chance to chat with Leanna Crawford's mom, Nancy! Hear how proud she is of her daughter, the joy in watching God work in the life of her daughter and her parenting secrets!

Sometimes there are just not enough words to say THANK YOU! This Mother’s Day, SPIRIT 105.3 and Fischer Plumbing want to share a heartfelt thank you to all the precious mamas in our lives. Whether its your mom, grandma, a mother figure, or spiritual mama…she has probably wiped countless tears from your eyes and helped you become the person God has called you to be. Moms are incredibly selfless and loving individuals who deserve to be celebrated!

We want to say thank you to Patti for writing in and sharing about her mama. Here is a note from Patti: Every morning my mom would leave me a little note of encouragement…reminding me to just close my eyes and pray and everything would be ok.Patti's mom will be receiving a Dyson vacuum, shopping card, and nail certificate thanks to Fischer Plumbing.

Music changes the atmosphere in your car... just ask Lanna, who serves at the front desk - and on the frontlines - at SPIRIT 105.3. She is the coolest mom and you'll love her passion for the songs that play in your car, your home, your workplace... and deliver hope and truth straight to your heart and the hearts of your kids. Grab an iced latte and join Lanna and Erica for a refreshing chat!

Holly shares a funny and touching story about her son who accidentally ordered $4,200 worth of lollipops on Amazon. Cue full-blown panic… until her hometown of Somerset, Kentucky, came to the rescue by actually buying the lollipops. Holly was overwhelmed by the sweet (literally) show of support. She also shares the joys of adopting her son, calling him the blessing—and lollipop bandit—of her life.

Get ready to smile—literally! Every year, Light Dental Studios throws its South Sound Free Dental Day, where the doors swing open wide for a day of totally free dental care. Patients line up early (yes, some even bring coffee and lawn chairs!) to be seen on a first-come, first-served basis. The wait? Maybe a couple of hours—but the payoff is huge: expert care, big relief, and zero bill. It's a feel-good day full of healthy smiles, high-fives, and even a few new friendships formed in line. From routine cleanings to oral surgeries, the team goes all out to make patients comfortable and cared for.

Click PLAY to listen in on Erica and Katie Hogan's (Executive Administrator at Light Dental Studios) convo... It'll bring a smile to your face!
* Light Dental Studios website: https://lightdentalstudios.com/puyallup/

Angel Studios co-founder and President, Jordan Harmon, chats with Erica about The King of Kings—their vibrant new animated movie on the life of Christ. The film features Hollywood heavyweights like Mark Hamill, Forest Whitaker, and Pierce Brosnan, and is already tugging at heartstrings across generations. Jordan hinted it could be the next Passion of the Christ, but with a lot more animated charm (and a cat). More powerful, purpose-driven stories from Angel Studios are on the way, so stay tuned!

Click PLAY to listen in on Erica and Jordan's chat!

When he's not throwing fast balls, Andres Munos from the Mariners is pitching cat adoption at Seattle Area Feline Rescue. Do you know someone who’s showing love to their neighbor in big or small ways? We'd love to hear about it!

Thank you to Fischer Plumbing for helping us share stories of our friends and neighbors making a difference in our community.

Congratulations to Kelly, who will be receiving a Second Chance, thanks to Collin and Francisca from Second Opinion Sewer!

Kelly was nominated by LuCinda to receive a Second Chance.
Here is her note:

Hello, My name is LuCinda and I just heard on the radio that you are accepting nominations to help someone, so I felt led to send in this request. Last week I met a single mom with seven children who had been homeless and was blessed to get an apartment this Monday. The family had nothing so, I have been asking for donations to help this family in need. They do not have any beds or household items and they are sleeping on a hard floor. I would love to nominate this family to see if we can help them with their needs.

Kelly will be receiving dressers for her new home and a grocery card!

Click PLAY to listen in on the phone call with Erica letting Kelly know she had been chosen as a Second Chances recipient!

As you're about to hear Nate say, "JESUS NEVER RUNS DRY." If you are feeling dry and thirsty and exhausted, brew a cup of iced coffee and fill your cup to overflow! Join Josh and Nate from Elevation Rhythm and Erica for a soul-satisfying chat!

God's timing is always perfect! Join Sarah and Erica for a conversation about trusting the Lord Jesus when things get scary... and remembering He is always good and faithful no matter what.

Plucky Palomino Petting Zoo in North Bend, is a magical place where you can snuggle baby piglets and live your best farm life dreams! Head farmer Lulu is all about helping kids grow their independence, empathy, and a sense of responsibility through these adorable critter cuddles. Plus, they've got fun shindigs like "Pigs and Pancakes" where you can enjoy a piglet snuggle-fest and a pancake picnic all in one! Lulu's farm school is all about connecting kiddos with nature and teaching them where their food really comes from. So, grab the family and soak up the sweet charm of farm life!

We're so thankful and blessed by Duane, a loyal fan and champion of SPIRIT 105.3! He stopped by to deliver scrumptious pie for us! Take a listen as he shares how the station's music has provided comfort during tough times, including the loss of his wife and granddaughter.

We're so glad that you're here Duane - Thank you so much for the pie and for taking the time to stop by!

Erica welcomes Eryn Lynum, author of "Rooted in Wonder" and "The Nature of Rest," for a conversation on incorporating Sabbath principles into daily life, soaking it in as a gift, rather than a chore. If you're a person constantly on the go, Eryn has tips for you on finding moments for rest to help you live each day with Christ.
* GUEST: Eryn Lynum * WEBSITE: https://erynlynum.com/

How Cynthia experiences God in nature:

The great outdoors is God's Art Canvas, I see and feel Him in the forest all around me, like an enveloping hug. I love trees and ferns and rain! Living here is a dream come true for me, made possible by the goodness of God.

As a thank you for sharing, she will receive a Starbucks card along with a PNW adventure pack with a Washington State Discover Pass, Insulated water bottle, Preparing the Way by John Mark Comer, and snacks and candies for their adventures. Special thanks to The Uplands for partnering with us!

Uplands Website: https://suncadia.com/live/villages/the-uplands-55/

How Shari experiences God in nature:

I love the mountains and the beach. Both places are very calming and at the same time very strong and powerful, like God. I love taking deep breaths of fresh air and reflecting on the beauty He creates.

As a thank you for sharing, she will receive a Starbucks card along with a PNW adventure pack with a Washington State Discover Pass, Insulated water bottle, Preparing the Way by John Mark Comer, and snacks and candies for their adventures. Special thanks to The Uplands for partnering with us!

Uplands Website: https://suncadia.com/live/villages/the-uplands-55/

How Virginia experiences God in nature:

I have always felt closest to Jesus while out in the wilderness because it is his creation! I am reminded that I am beautifully and wonderfully made in his image by being close to his creations. Whether I am near babbling brooks or evergreens I find peace when I usually do my devotionals and I couldn't imagine living outside of the evergreens. His creation is beautiful and so am I.

As a thank you for sharing, she will receive a Starbucks card along with a PNW adventure pack with a Washington State Discover Pass, Insulated water bottle, Preparing the Way by John Mark Comer, and snacks and candies for their adventures. Special thanks to The Uplands for partnering with us!
* Uplands Website: https://suncadia.com/live/villages/the-uplands-55/

How Grace experiences God in nature:

Seeing God's glory through the beautiful sunsets, spring flowers, and fellowship with friends.

As a thank you for sharing, she will receive a Starbucks card along with a PNW adventure pack with a Washington State Discover Pass, Insulated water bottle, Preparing the Way by John Mark Comer, and snacks and candies for their adventures. Special thanks to The Uplands for partnering with us!
* Uplands Website: https://suncadia.com/live/villages/the-uplands-55/

Erica chats with Aybars Uckun about the Al-Maidah Initiative, and his journey from Islam to Christianity. Growing up as a Muslim in New Jersey, Aybars converted after a spiritual experience and now promotes conversations between Christians and Muslims through shared meals and events. He shares personal divine encounters and the positive influence of genuine Christian behavior on Muslim communities.

Click PLAY for a powerful & empowering discussion.

Al-Maidah Initiative Website: https://www.al-maidah.org/

Doug Ruch, a terminal cancer warrior, is leading the "Dying to Serve" tour with a mission to volunteer in all 50 states. Despite a prognosis of 12 to 18 months, he has completed 15 missions in 13 states, championing the power of micro-volunteering—tiny acts, huge impact! Doug's optimistic spirit inspires others, like a 78-year-old man planning to volunteer after losing his wife, highlighting that even in stormy times, service brings sunshine and meaning!

Tulip Town is bursting at the seams with peak bloom, showing off a dazzling 85% of its flowers in full technicolor glory! The weather's playing nice, hanging out in the sixties and planning to tiptoe up to seventy by Good Friday. The town's buzzing with excitement for Easter weekend, with egg hunts and surprise cameos by the Easter Bunny, ensuring a hopping good time for all!

Easter baskets are traditionally filled with chocolate bunnies, jelly beans… and lots of love. As we remember and celebrate the greatest act of love this Holy Week - Jesus dying for our sins and rising again - Seattle’s Union Gospel Mission is reminding our homeless neighbors just how loved they are! Join Scott Cleveland and Erica for a conversation that will fill your heart with joy. Be part of this wonderful, whimsical outreach! Go to www.ugm.org

Dave Frey dives into the wild world of fatherhood, sharing tales of spotting his quirks in his kiddos and leaning on faith when the going gets tough. His album "Looking Up" is all about letting go and trusting the process, with a heavy sprinkle of gratitude even when life throws curveballs. Dave's all about community and staying in the moment, dodging the chaos of modern life. Click PLAY for details on the heartwarming impact of their tune "You Love Me Anyway."

Meet Nate Stone, the brains behind Spir Candle Co. When the pandemic hit, he and his wife swapped event planning for candle crafting to light up new paths for young men with past incarceration. Fueled by Nate's pastoral flair, their mission radiates community support, healing, and personal growth. The name "Spir" is their beacon of hope, aiming to create uplifting vibes. Their all-natural candles are like tiny beacons of belief and transformation, sparking opportunities for change! Click PLAY to listen to Erica and Nate's convo!
* SPIR Candle Co.: https://www.spircandleco.com/

Erica chats with Hope Darst about her new song "Mighty Name of Jesus." Hope shares the inspiration behind the song, emphasizing its roots in her personal experiences as a worship leader and a mother praying for her daughter's healing. The song serves as a prayer and declaration for believers, filled with scripture and the power of Jesus' name. Click PLAY to listen in to their conversation!

Happy National Pet Day!

Congratulations to Bertie and her pup, Jaina Solo, for winning our Pet Spotlight Contest! Jaina Solo will be receiving a specialty gift basket filled with treats and toys for all their adventures, thanks to Robert Gardner Roofing!

Jason entered the party scene at 17. After years in a cycle of addiction and homelessness, he was introduced to our Search + Rescue team. Today, Jason has been clean more than 10 years, is married, and is the father of four, and is in a church community that has “blessed [his] socks off”.

Get more information at ugm.org

A heartfelt congratulations to Christina from Renton, whose March Gladness has truly touched our hearts!

I am a Special Education teacher working with the most severely impacted students, and every time one of my students has a breakthrough with their learning, no matter what size the win is, it is still a win for them, and I am so glad to be a part of their lives and having the opportunity and blessing to teach them.

Thank you for sharing the joys of serving our special needs community - what a blessing!

Christina will be receiving an Asset Roofing Gladness Box, which includes a pickleball racket, basketball, game day candle, Dick's Sporting Goods gift card, gratitude journal, chocolates, Nerds clusters, and a conversation game...plus an extra box to share with a friend!

Congrats to Jenifer, our first Second Chances recipient! She and her husband will be receiving $1500 to help pay off their credit card debt so they can focus on blessing their 6 year old granddaughter who is now in their care! May the Lord richly bless you and your family, Jenifer!

Click PLAY to listen in on the phone call with Erica letting Jenifer know she had been chosen as the Second Chances recipient!

I was able to represent Spirit 105.3 at the NCAA Tournament in Seattle this weekend! Caleb Love led his Arizona team to a comeback victory over Oregon on Sunday night and he credited his relationship with Lord for helping him stay calm even when his team was down by 15 points.

Cool to see God being glorified on one of the biggest stages in sports!

-Max from the Morning Show

AJ's story will remind you that God hears every prayer, the smallest whisper... even a silent cry from your heart. Click PLAY to remember YOU ARE LOVED!

Coach Ken Bone has spent his life on the sidelines of basketball courts here in the northwest... and on the frontlines too, as a Christ follower, impacting his students with the faith and hope he found as a young man. He coached at Seattle Pacific University, U Dub, Washington State, Portland State, and Gonzaga... and which school was his favorite? The answer is a slam dunk!

Join Coach, Erica, and Producer Max, for a chat about March Madness and Gladness, how he fell in love with basketball, coaching by faith, and wait... your kid has a chance to attend his upcoming basketball clinic with the Fellowship of Christian Athletes of Greater Seattle?! YES! Coach Bone is coming to our sister ministry, King's School's!Click PLAY to feel like you've got a winning bracket!
* Fellowship of Christian Athletes Basketball Clinic

Erica has a sit down chat with Megan Woods, a rising star in Christian music, to discuss her hit song "The Truth," which has topped charts in 35 countries. She shares her journey of finding her identity in Christ, overcoming feelings of unworthiness, and using "identity scripture" for guidance. A beautiful young woman, inside and out, and filled with wisdom. Click PLAY for a beautiful conversation.

Officer Caren Gibbs, a correctional officer whose name reflects her caring nature, shares her journey from working in a mental health hospital during COVID to becoming a correctional officer, fueled by her unshakeable faith. With her toolkit of prayer and scripture, she’s on a mission to bring Jesus and hope to inmates and staff alike, making a lasting difference that echoes through eternity.

Click PLAY for a blessing today.

I met Ryan George in a Sunday School class at Blue Ridge Community Church in Virginia. I think. Or was it the parking lot where he so often helped our church families safely park their cars? I don't know. But what I do know is that Ryan lives every second of the life God gives him. He experiences no shortage of deep breaths and breath-stealing moments. Come on an adventure with us today... and by the end of our conversation, you just might be ready to put fear in the backseat and ride shotgun with faith!

Press PLAY to get SCARED in the best of ways!

Something beautiful and bold has been going down at Canyon Hills Community Church in Bothell, and their worship pastor is with us to talk about it this morning. Welcome Pastor Andy!

Rachael Sparwasser, the tulip-loving co-captain of Tulip Town in Skagit County, shares her journey in acquiring the beloved tulip farm and keeping its magic alive. She shares how carrying on the founders' dream—especially after one of them passed—has filled her with purpose. She's all about crafting unforgettable memories [i.e. Easter Egg hunt!] for visitors while juggling the wild ride of ownership!

Tulip Town website: https://tuliptown.com/

Did you read The Chronicles of Narnia when you were a kid? Maybe you're like me and you'll read them for the rest of your life. The seven books written by CS Lewis tell the tale of a Lion named Aslan, who represents Jesus Christ and what he came to do in our world. Listen to this: "I Am in Your World, said Aslan, but there I have another name. You must learn to know me by that name. This was the very reason you were brought to Narnia that by knowing me here for a little, you may know me better there."

Peter Cook, who portrays C.S. Lewis in the play "Lewis and Tolkien" at the Taproot Theater, shares his experience and insights into playing him, and how studying Lewis's life and friendships, particularly with J.R.R. Tolkien, has impacted his own views on relationships and grief. Click PLAY for more!

Seven families from King's Schools, our sister ministry in Shoreline, just traveled to Mexico to give one family a new beginning. They partnered with Homes of Hope and accomplished the task together in ONE WEEKEND! They spread a lot of paint... and the love of Jesus in beautiful, generous ways. The Hanbergs were one of the amazing families on this adventure. We love them! Channah Hanberg is the VP of CRISTA Media. She and her husband Tyler took their kids too! It was their first mission trip, but Hadley and Dax tell Mom and Dad it won't be their last!

You will love what inspired all of them to go. I'd love for you to meet the Washburn Fam - get to know Jules with the big heart and her terrific kids, Avery, Carter, and Lola. Who knows? After getting to know the Washburn fam, you might turn your next milestone into a mission trip!

ERES AMADA (You are Loved), E ❤️

Crowder is here to talk about his latest hit, "Somebody Prayed", a soulful piece of work prompted by a health scare facing his dad. With a heart as big as his talent, he is showering gratitude on you, his fans, and gives an exclusive peek into his personal and spiritual journey. Click PLAY to hear it all.

What a Night (to Shine)! We’re so glad to celebrate with 200 Honored Guests, and grateful to serve alongside 300 volunteers! Max had so much fun chatting it up with our Honored Guests. We met both old and new friends, including our Home For The Holidays winners! And you might recognize sweet Sophie from last year - she is doing much better after her surgery PTL!

Mike Nawrocki, the genius behind VeggieTales, takes us on a whimsical ride through his storytelling escapades, from the theater stage to crafting beloved pals like Larry the Cucumber! Erica shares how VeggieTales sprinkled joy into her family during some tough patches. He's back with a "nutty" new project, The Dead Sea Squirrels, where ancient squirrels swing into modern shenanigans, dishing out laughs alongside biblical wisdom. With star-studded contributions from legends like Beth Moore and Bart Millard, this series is on a mission to teach kiddos all about God's love through delightful tales and catchy tunes. Click PLAY for the deets!

I wore the green socks up to my knees and sold cookies as a girl, but there is so much I learned about Girl Scouts from our special guest today! I may have even earned a badge on the show! Join Andrea Anderson, the CEO of Girls Scouts of Western Washington, and me for a chat about cookies (OF COURSE), family, social skills, an antidote to loneliness, cool opportunities, and a super-cool thin mint life hack.

Click PLAY for a conversation sweeter than a Samoa!

You are Loved, E

Jody is the child of the military and moved around quite a bit. She always wanted a home where her girls could grow up! She has found herself in a situation where she is a single mom with two incredible daughters aged 14 and 17. She is doing her best to raise them on her own and works hard at her job and giving them all the energy she has when not at work. Valentine Roofing is blessing her with a new roof. Listen to this beautiful conversation with Jody, Steven from Valentine Roofing and Erica.

We are so excited to announce our Love is on the Air! winner with Fischer Plumbing! Kaylen from Snohomish is winning an overnight stay at a Marriott hotel, dinner for two, and a pair of tickets to the OV Worship Night on February 28th! Listen to hear her story!

Eric Mock was called out of the aerospace industry to a field that is absolutely white and ready for harvest. It's called frostbite evangelism. Click PLAY for a powerful reminder that the Light of the world shines even in the iciest, coldest, most hopeless places on the planet.
* GUEST: Eric Mock, Slavic Gospel Association, Senior Vice President of Ministry Operations * Website: https://www.sga.org/

What are the words that you wanted to hear for so long, and when you hear them your heart just overflows? This is from a special needs mom, and her daughter has autism and doesn't speak very much at all. She discovered that letting her daughter play with her phone allowed her daughter to communicate more comfortably without the pressure of eye contact. Click PLAY to listen to this little one speak!

Rich Simms from Reach Ministry is all about spreading love and warmth to Seattle's homeless, rain, snow, or shine! They’re not just serving up hot meals and cozy clothes, but also building connections that can change lives, helping people rediscover their faith and trading the streets for a better path. Nestled in Pioneer Square and Third and Pike, this ministry gets a superstar boost from local churches and dedicated volunteers. Click PLAY for more.

Reach Ministry Website: https://www.reachministry.org

Sam shares an inspiring devotional by Max Lucado, and the power of choice in our daily lives. Click PLAY for a reminder that each day is a new opportunity to make choices to live a fulfilling life.

Randy had a Christmas wish and God definitely heard it. Click PLAY to remember how God listens and how much He cares about each of us!

Sue is the cat-loving superhero behind Whiskers in Need! She sat down with Erica to share how she began lending a helping paw to our feline friends, especially when those pesky vet bills show up! Fueled by her lifelong obsession with cats and a dash of inspiration from her mom, she shares heartwarming tales of rescues, like Butters, the sweet senior kitty in hospice, and BooBerry, the once-sick kitten who’s now ready to conquer the world! They are all about saving and nursing back to health even the fluffiest of troublemakers, no matter how serious their kitty woes!

Click PLAY for all the details!

Erica sits down for a heart-to-heart with one of our local favorites, singer-songwriter Leanna Crawford, diving into the melodies that fuel her soul! Leanna shares the back-story on her song "Still Waters," her hometown vibes from Stanwood, and her big leap to Nashville. She also shares about her incredible Aunt Maureen, a missionary who memorized the entire Bible while going blind—talk about inspiration! Click PLAY for a whirlwind of emotions.

Say yes to some soul care. Worship with someone you love and One Voice LIVE at New Life Church in Renton this Feb 28th. Make space for a little breathing room in your life! To whet your appetite, brew a cup of coffee and join Cole and Gospel from One Voice and Erica. Get to know the band better and get inspired - Click PLAY!

Annalise Hannan came into the world... LOVED. She was born with a severe genetic disorder and a family who absolutely cherishes and cheers for her. Annalise, as you can see, is very precious and special. Her eyes reflect all the love her mommy and daddy and siblings... and yes, her nurses (some even on their days off) lavish upon her. She can't cry or cough or swallow, but she somehow knows she is surrounded by love, especially the tender loving care of her Heavenly Father. I want to invite you to brew a cup of coffee and meet my faithful friend Adam Hannan, otherwise known as Baby Annalise's Dad and Christina's Husband. Together this dear couple and their six children, (one in Heaven) are showing me what it's like to hold the Lord's hand THROUGH the hardest valleys of life. The Good Shepherd is close to Annalise and her family... and close to you and me too. Listen to remember you are "braver than you believe, stronger than you seem, and smarter than you think," as Winnie the Pooh says. 🙂

You are Loved, Erica

Jamie McDonald joins Erica and shares the heartfelt message of her song "Desperate." Reflecting on her days as a waitress, she opens up about her artistic identity crisis and those "aha!" moments that made her take music seriously. Click PLAY to also hear Jamie's hidden talent for a chipmunk voice!

Nathan Ray from the Marysville Cold Weather Shelter is ringing the alarm on the rising number of individuals seeking refuge from the cold. Recently, they rolled out the welcome mat for 39 people and six furry pals in one night. When guests arrive, it’s a warm hug of hospitality with hot drinks, snacks, safety, and meals whipped up by local heroes. The shelter prioritizes dignity and personal connection, ensuring guests feel valued. Click PLAY to learn more.

Marysville Cold Weather ShelterWebsite:
https://www.lincnw.org/marysville-cold-weather-shelter

If your encouragement tank is running a little low, or maybe you're even running on empty, you have come to the right place. Erica is rolling out the red carpet for the fabulous Barb Roose, a motivational dynamo and author extraordinaire. They dive into the power of prayer, especially when life feels like a roller coaster, and how it can turbocharge your bond with the Lord.

When we look at the world through God's heart, and specifically with prayer, how do we talk to God in the moments when life doesn't make sense, when we're confused, when we're upset, when we're angry? God wants us to be focused on Him, instead of the outcome. What transforms our way of seeing prayer, and God, is four observations: When we put the focus on who God is, what God has done, what God will do, and what God can do, that is what strengthens us in the moment when we're confused.

Jonathan Robinson, our hero in disaster response, is shining a spotlight on the amazing churches stepping up for wildfire victims in California! Teaming up with World Concern, Foursquare Disaster Relief is dishing out help with emergency shelters, food, and must-have goodies through local churches. Trained volunteers are rolling up their sleeves and spreading hope like confetti!

Click PLAY for a sprinkle of inspiration!

For more Information:
* Foursquare Disaster Relief - https://foursquaredisasterrelief.org/ * World Concern - https://worldconcern.org/

Laura Story spills the beans to Erica about the wild ride of juggling family life—think snow days and thrill-seeking roller coaster escapades with her kiddos! She dives into the backstory of her heartfelt song "Come Unto Jesus," a beautiful reminder of God's unwavering faithfulness and the peace we can find in His love, even when life gets a bit crazy.

Click PLAY for a spot of Laura Story joy!

Wings of Rescue, helmed by the amazing Ric Browde, has been swooping in to save furry friends from danger and jam-packed shelters since 2012! With a staggering 76,000 pets flown to safety and nearly 900,000 pounds of lifesaving aid delivered, they’re the real MVPs of the animal rescue world. Whether it’s hurricanes or wildfires, this crew is on the front lines, recently whisking away 60 lucky pets from fire-scorched California to Seattle.

Ric knows the heartwarming magic of reuniting pets with their humans, and Wings of Rescue is committed to spreading that joy with every flight! 🐾✈️Click PLAY for your heart to be filled.

Maybe you've heard that our heroes are on the move! Firefighting crews from Arlington and Stanwood are on their way to California and I have their leader here. Chief John gives insight into what's happening and talks about the volunteers heading down to California to help make a difference and battle the fire. Please be praying over all the first responders and volunteers who are heading into danger.

Erica has a sit-down with Liz from Habitat for Humanity of Island County to talk about the organization's mission, and tapping into the emotional experience of building homes, the influence of faith in their mission, and the incredible legacy of President Jimmy Carter.

Click PLAY for more on the amazing work happening.More information.

Alison Storm woke up at 5 am to take her kids on a road trip to pay their respects to President Jimmy Carter... and Sammy and Phani discovered they had something in common with the difference-making president. Hint: it has to do with one of President Carter's favorite pastimes - reading! On this National Day of Remembrance for President Carter, join Alison and Erica for a conversation about their experiences at the Carter Center and learn more about the man who lived out the words of Jesus, "love your neighbor," so beautifully.

Click PLAY to be inspired today!

As wildfires devour the homes and businesses of our neighbors to the south, we are once again looking up to the Lord and asking Him for help and hope. Join Producer Max's brother-in-law Brian, a hero in California, and Erica for a conversation from a firefighter's point of view.

Rick Clark, the superhero behind Giving Back Spokane, shares his inspiring journey from homelessness to nonprofit leadership that can light up even the darkest of days! In a chat with Erica, he reveals how he soared from homelessness to a nonprofit rally cry. Picture this: Rick rallied $1,500 in just three hours to support a local restaurant server. With a heart full of gratitude, he credits his faith in God for lighting his path and inspiring him to lift others up. Click PLAY for a heartwarming reminder of the power of compassion, community, and a ton of faith!

We all want more hope, more peace and joy in our lives in 2025, don't we? That's why I've invited a dear friend back on the show, Dr. Greg Jantz from The Center - A Place of Hope in Edmonds.

Josh Wilson shares a poignant narrative about his mental health challenges, including anxiety, depression, and addiction, and celebrating seven years of sobriety. His song "Jesus and Therapy" is a battle cry to the importance of seeking help, faith, and community. Find out what he's looking forward to in 2025, and what he's decided to "pause" in order to savor more peaceful moments.

After Pam calmed down from her big Secret Sound win, Erica reached out to her for more thoughts and details! Take a listen.

Meet Pam from Port Orchard, our brand new Secret Sound winner!! She is taking home $2,625 from the Elite Roofing piggy bank with her winning guess of “opening a pull tab on a can”. Pam is new to SPIRIT 105.3 and has only been listening for 6 months! She’s giving the extra $500 to her friend and fellow school bus driver Sue who introduced her to SPIRIT 105.3! We hope this blesses you Pam!

Take a listen to the winning call below!

The Secret Sound will pick back up on January 10th with $1,050 in the Elite Roofing piggy bank, and an extra $500 to Pay It Forward!

When my husband told me what happened in New Orleans, my heart sank... this is now a terribly familiar feeling, isn't it? And then these words rose up in my mind and heart... "Be near, Jesus." That's my prayer for New Orleans and for us.Later, I texted our dear friend, Pastor Jess Bradley from Grace Community Church in Auburn, and invited him to be with us on the radio. I invite you to take a moment with us today to think about what it means to take heart. Jesus actually encourages us to do this. He said, "I have told you all this so that you may have peace in Me. Here on earth, you will have many trials and sorrows. But take heart, because I have overcome the world.” (John 16:33 NLT)

I also reached out to our friend Dr. Greg Jantz, from The Center, A Place of Hope in Edmonds, who reminds us that God always walks with us, and the importance of community support and prayer during times of crisis.The new year is here, and this is our reminder that our hope was never in it. It is in the Lord.Help us, Lord Jesus, to hope in YOU,
the God of hope.You are Loved, Erica

P.S.

Connect with us for 28 days of HOPE: Text HOPE to 89419 now.

P.S.S.

Connect with a church family in the Sound this weekend: Text CHURCH to 89419.

When my husband told me what happened in New Orleans, my heart sank... this is now a terribly familiar feeling, isn't it? And then these words rose up in my mind and heart... "Be near, Jesus." That's my prayer for New Orleans and for us.Later, I texted our dear friend, Pastor Jess Bradley from Grace Community Church in Auburn, and invited him to be with us on the radio. I invite you to take a moment with us today to think about what it means to take heart. Jesus actually encourages us to do this. He said, "I have told you all this so that you may have peace in Me. Here on earth, you will have many trials and sorrows. But take heart, because I have overcome the world.” (John 16:33 NLT)

I also reached out to our friend Dr. Greg Jantz, from The Center, A Place of Hope in Edmonds, who reminds us that God always walks with us, and the importance of community support and prayer during times of crisis.The new year is here, and this is our reminder that our hope was never in it. It is in the Lord.Help us, Lord Jesus, to hope in YOU,
the God of hope.You are Loved, Erica

P.S.

Connect with us for 28 days of HOPE: Text HOPE to 89419 now.

P.S.S.

Connect with a church family in the Sound this weekend: Text CHURCH to 89419.

Well, hello there and welcome aboard Flight 2025.

We're prepared to take off into a brand new year, so once you're settled, we'll pull away from the gate. Please take a moment and make sure your attitude and blessings are secured and locked in an upright position. All self-destructive devices should be turned off at this time. All negativity, hurt and discouragement should be put away. Should we lose attitude under pressure during the flight, reach up and pull down a prayer. Prayers will be automatically activated by faith. Once your faith is activated, you can then assist other passengers. And just a reminder, there's no baggage allowed on this flight. Should you require any assistance, please let your DJ know.

Oh, it looks like the captain has cleared his for liftoff. So sit back, relax, and enjoy the adventure ahead.

"People just need the opportunity to see that there is hope and there is light out there... and we just have to offer that to them." -Pastor Dean, Evergreen Church in Bothell

New Year's EVE is a great day to look back and see God's faithfulness and look ahead in anticipation of the blessings He has ahead for us. It was another beautiful Christmas season under the Evergreen Lights in Bothell. 45,000 of our neighbors showed up for a free light show, fresh snow every 15 minutes, delicious home-baked cookies with BROWN BUTTER... and to be loved in Jesus's name with smiles and kindness.

Join Pastor Dean from Evergreen Church in Bothell and Erica for a refreshing recap of this year's God stories! Pour a glass of sparkling cider and hit PLAY!

Merry Christmas! This is the Christmas story - a reading with SPIRIT 105.3. Sit back and enjoy. Let the story of Jesus' birth soak into your soul this Christmas. Jesus came for you. What better hope is there!

Daytona Danielson joins Erica for a conversation about her new cookbook, "Disney Frozen: The Official Cookbook: A culinary Journey through Arendelle." Not too late to pick this up as a stocking stuffer or keep it on the wish list for future. You're going to love this.

We love when the Salvation Army Band comes to the studio to bless us with their music. You are going to love this!

Featuring special guests:
John Opina - cornet
Keith Almanza - trombone
Eliana Koenig - trombone
Jeremiah Davis - tuba

Join Erika from the Leavenworth Reindeer Farm and Erica from the morning show for a merry chat about the new baby reindeer and the special thing coming next year!

Arie Mahler is here from the Alderwood Compassion Center! They provide essential support to struggling families in Lynnwood, offering groceries, back-to-school supplies, Christmas toys, and the hope and love of Jesus Christ. He may not have arrived on a sleigh but he did show up in a truck with a crew ready to scoop up all the fabulous toys you sent us! Thank you!!Click PLAY to hear about the magic that happens when toys land in the hands of parents who are struggling financially.

Ben Fuller is here to share his faith journey, from his past struggles with addiction, and the power of God's grace. No one is beyond redemption. For anyone who's still running, what do you have to lose? What else have you got in your life right now? Jesus loves you and is waiting for a relationship with you. Click PLAY for more.

Maybe you've read some of her amazing novels, but today Karen Kingsbury is here to share a true story from her own life, her family's angel encounter. Click PLAY for this incredible story.

It's my promise to you to never shy away from talking about hard things and it's one of the reasons we're so grateful for the friendship of Pastor Jesse Bradley, who is here to talk about the recent tragedy in Wisconsin with me.

Sandy inherited her current trailer from her mom and is in desperate need of some repairs. Her sister, Terri, nominated her for a Christmas Blessing this year as she keeps falling in her home. We are so excited to be partnering with our sponsors to make this Christmas Blessing a reality.

Colin and Francisca from Second Opinion Sewer are making sure Sandy receives the remodeling she needs to comfortably move in and out of her home this Christmas season.

With some additional help from our friends, Sandy will receive new flooring inside of her home thanks to Grandview Homes and a wheelchair ramp installation by Exalt Him Properties. Of course none of this of this would have been possible without the care of Sandy’s sister Terri, so Almond Roca will be sending her some treats in the mail as a thank you for being so sweet.

Tannis, who has limited family and health issues, finds joy and comfort in receiving cards and listening to Christmas music. If you'd like to join the "Tannis Club," send her a card to the address below, we'll get it to her! If you already sent one, thank you for bringing joy to Tannis this Christmas!

Please send your card to:
The Much-Loved Tannis
C/O SPIRIT 105.3
19319 Fremont Ave North
Seattle, Washington 98133

Michael Boggs, worship leader at Rejoice Church in Oklahoma, shares insights about his anthem "Come You Unfaithful," celebrating God's divine grace and mercy. This beautiful rendition shares the powerful message of God’s unconditional love, and reminds us that we can never run too fast or too far to get outside the limits of God's grace. No matter what you've done or who you are, God's grace is waiting for you. All you have to do is ask for it.

Click PLAY for a grace-filled hug.

Pastor Dave from Sedaris Church took to the airwaves with Erica and Max, to spread the word about "No more airport Ubers!"—because who needs that chaos when community and love are on the menu? Pastor Dave shared his heartfelt journey from crunching numbers as an accountant to preaching hope after the loss of his sister, showcasing how the church is a refuge for those battling loneliness and grief during the holiday hustle. We can find hope as we trust in God's perfect plans and the delightful surprises He has in store for us!

For more information on Sideris Church, go to siderischurch.com

Cannon is a little superhero. He is battling a stage 4 cancer, and his superpower is perseverance. He received many nominations for our Christmas Blessing this year. We are so delighted to be blessing the Pavlus family this Christmas. This to this reveal!

Thanks to the generosity of Colin and Francisca from Second Opinion Sewer, we are covering $10k of the Pavlus family's bills to help lighten their load this Christmas. With all the hospital visits for Canon, The Westin Seattle are giving 5 overnight stays so the family can stay close by when needed. We know this is a battle the whole family is fighting, which is why we are excited to send them on a staycation to The Hotel Bellwether in Bellingham, for whenever they need a bit of a respite. Our friends at Almond Roca are also sending a candy gift basket to a few of the nominators for being such a sweet friend and nominating the Pavlus family.

Cannon is a little superhero. He is battling a stage 4 cancer, and his superpower is perseverance. He received many nominations for our Christmas Blessing this year. We are so delighted to be blessing the Pavlus family this Christmas.

This is the second conversation with Mom Judy on this incredible journey!

Cannon is a little superhero. He is battling a stage 4 cancer, and his superpower is perseverance. He received many nominations for our Christmas Blessing this year. We are so delighted to be blessing the Pavlus family this Christmas.

We started by interviewing some of the family. Listen to this interview with Aunt Pattie as we get ready to share the surprise.

Jessee from Puyallup nominated her adopted Grandma, Billie, to fly home from Longview, Texas in time for Christmas!

"Grandma Billie is an adopted mom to myself and grandma to my 4 kids. As a single mom, she chose to take my kids under her wing. Grandma Billie hasn’t been able to visit since last Christmas and doesn’t have the funds to come this year. My kids would LOVE to see her again. She brings the joy of Christmas with her and makes everything more special. Last year we were able to color, watch movies, cook and play board games together and this time with their grandma means more to them than any gift I can put under the tree."

Operation #BRINGBILLIEBACK is fully underway...thanks to our wonderful friends at Gardner Roofing and Fischer Plumbing. Grandma Billie will be bringing back the holiday spice and everything nice to Jesse's family once again!

It is the season to save. Santa Claus land. A time for Santa Claus. Sound familiar? Maybe we give old St. Nick too much static for the commercialization of Christmas. Maybe Jesus would say, consider my servant Nicholas.

His life was not easy. He lost his parents as a child in an epidemic, but not before he was old enough for them to help him discover the gift of faith in Jesus. After his parents died, little Nicholas went to a new town and lived a life full of sacrifice and giving to others, flowing out his love for Jesus. In fact, Nicholas lived such a Christ-like life that when the town needed a bishop, he was immediately elected. Later he was imprisoned for his faith. He was eventually released by the Emperor Constantine. Then stories of his generosity spread like wildfire. He begged for food for the poor, and raised money for girls to use as a dory so they could get married.

The most often told tale of St. Nicholas is how he would put on a disguise and go out and give gifts to poor children. Nicholas gave everything he had plus everything he could get from others. Good. Nicholas died in three 14 ad his story has spread around the world today. There are more European churches named after St. Nicholas than any other person in the history of the church. Other than people from the Bible, people have done a lot of things to Saint Nick. Clement Moore, the poet, gave him a red nose and ate tiny reindeer artist Thomas Nast gave Nicholas a round belly and a red fur trim suit. But what's really important is that he lived in the mindset and lifestyle of Christ. The life of Nicholas touched the whole world. Now here's the real meat of the story. That same Christ-like mindset and lifestyle is supposed to be in and lived by us all.

Merry Christmas.

We are so excited to share with you our second Christmas Blessing recipient. In this heartfelt conversation, Erica connects with Stephani, Randy, and Mary to share blessings and support during a challenging time. The discussion unfolds with their love story, resilience in the face of adversity, and the transformative impact of community generosity. We don't think there will be a dry eye, when you see what it means to Mary & Randy that he will be able to take a proper share after 3 years!

Mary and Randy will be receiving a grocery gift card for Christmas on us, one year of unlimited movie passes to Regal, a new winter coat, Kraken Jersey's, an Apple gift card towards a new phone upgrade for Mary, and a bathroom remodel from Grandview Homes. As a thank you for nominating, Roca will be gifting their daughter Stephani something sweet. None of this would be possible without our incredible sponsor Second Opinion Sewer.

Barb from Barb's Pies and Pastries in Ferndale takes us on a sweet journey from cook to baking superstar! Fueled by her passion for sugary delights and a sprinkle of family time, she’s all about patience and persistence in the kitchen. “Mistakes? Pfft! They’re just stepping stones to greatness!” Her peppermint donuts, birthed from a burst of inspiration from her son Ben’s commercial, have been a hit, making taste buds dance with joy! Barb believes that baking is like a warm hug, much like the creative therapy of gardening. This holiday season, she’s whipping up joy, one scrumptious treat at a time!

Jason entered the party scene at 17. After years in a cycle of addiction and homelessness, he was introduced to our Search + Rescue team. Today, Jason has been clean more than 10 years, is married, and is the father of four, and is in a church community that has “blessed [his] socks off”.

Read Jason's full story at ugm.org

Jan Allen, a seasoned expert from Butterball, is talking turkey with Erica and dishes out the juiciest secrets for Thanksgiving turkey triumph! She shares some laugh-out-loud moments from frantic cooks, including a hilarious story of a new bride lost in a sea of family cooking chaos. Jan's here to calm the nerves of first-time turkey wranglers, cheering them on and shining a light on Butterball’s hotline and website, which are like a turkey lifeline.

Click PLAY for some turkey tips and keeping holiday traditions alive and gobbling!
* Butterball Turkey Talk Line: 1-800-BUTTERBALL or text 844-877-3456

Rob and Teresa have been raising their grandkids for 8 years. The kids struggle with trauma from their drug-addicted parents and Rob & Theresa have given up a lot to step into the role of raising them.

Their friend, Mindy, reached out to share their story with us and had this to say: "Teresa and Rob deserve a Christmas blessing for their incredible dedication to raising their three grandchildren(suddenly), all with special needs. With the Lord at the center of their family, they’ve made significant sacrifices—Rob left his full-time business for a job with benefits, while Teresa juggles full-time work and completing her bachelor’s degree. Despite their financial struggles, they prioritize creating a loving and supportive environment for the kids. This year, money is tight, and a Christmas blessing would help provide the joy and support these children need and deserve, acknowledging Teresa and Rob's unwavering commitment to their family."

We are so excited to be partnering with Second Opinion Sewer to be giving them a Christmas Blessing this season. We'll be sending them on a family getaway with CRISTA Camps at Miracle Ranch as well as providing gifts for the kids.

Rich Simms and his team of hope dealers are always shining the light of Christ in Seattle... regardless of the weather. 16 volunteers from REACH Ministry went out the night of the bomb cyclone in our city to serve pizza and hope! Join Rich and Erica for a chat about what happens when you GO and share the Good News... even when it's inconvenient!

Reach Ministry: https://www.reachministry.org/

We followed up with Natalie, yesterday's Secret Sound winner, who told us that she found out that her husband, Darnell, who had no idea she was playing the SPIRIT 105.3 Secret Sound, felt led to pray for her AT THE MOMENT SHE CALLED. Just a man praying for his wife. She not only made it through, but she WON! It gets better... They have four daughters who are all in need of a financial blessing right now and she's gonna help them. Click PLAY for the heartfelt details following her win!

Hold onto your hats, folks! Natalie from Auburn just hit the jackpot in the SPIRIT 105.3 Secret Sound, snagging a whopping $3,255, plus a bonus $500 to spread cheer to others! Even with the wild bomb cyclone outside trying to crash the party, Natalie is pumped and powered up from her win. Click PLAY to listen to the winning call!
* The Secret Sound will return on December 2nd with $1,050 already filling the Elite Roofing Piggy Bank!

Becky Bishop and her lovable mastiff, Ditto, sat down with Erica to talk about their heartwarming adventures with the Reading with Rover Program! The program was initiated by Becky to help children improve reading skills and reduce fear of dogs, features Ditto as a calming presence. With Ditto as the ultimate chill buddy, their program has expanded from libraries to schools and even crisis zones, sprinkling comfort and stress relief everywhere!

Becky, an experienced dog trainer, highlights the need for well-trained dogs as the key to their success. Reading with Rover is making waves in the media and is on a growth spurt, with schools lining up to join the fun! Click PLAY to hear about this mission of spreading joy through the magic of furry friendship!

Reading with Rover Website: https://www.readingwithrover.org/

On the court and off, Shanna Zolman has been a light for Christ… in the WNBA and now as a mom of two. Recently, Shanna came to King’s Schools, our sister ministry, on behalf of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) to inspire the next generation of light carriers. Join Shanna and Erica for a chat that will encourage you to look for the ways God is working in THIS season of your life! Click PLAY to hear from the heart of an athlete who’s passionate about lighting the flame in the next generation!

"...He will give a crown of beauty for ashes, a joyous blessing instead of mourning, festive praise instead of despair." ~Isaiah 61:3

Meet a mom who went from sleeping under a bridge to tucking in her kids again at night again! Candace recently shared her powerful testimony with the students at King's Schools, our sister ministry in Shoreline and we had to hand her the microphone to multiply the hope! She will inspire you today and remind you that 180's are God's specialty.

Join Candace and Erica for a conversation about how God is changing lives through His kids on the frontlines at Kent Hope, a ministry of Seattle's Union Gospel Mission. Click PLAY to hear a "beauty for ashes" story!

Congratulations Sommer & Thomas!

Thomas was nominated by his wife Sommer to fly Home for the Holidays. This is what Sommer shared with us:

I would like to nominate my spouse Thomas so he can go home to see his mom and his grandma. With the Boeing strike, we have not been able to afford anything beyond basic needs, and he rarely gets to have time with his family. My husband works hard overtime when they’re not on strike, and I would like to bless him in that way if possible.

Thomas, we hope your time is truly blessed over Christmas, spending time with your mom and grandma! Merry Christmas!

We are grateful to Fischer Plumbing and Robert Gardner Roofing for helping make the gift of time with loved ones possible this Christmas.

Lauren from the Tacoma Humane Society discusses the current situation at the shelter, which is housing over 130 dogs on-site and nearly 70 in foster homes. To tackle this furry overflow, they are waiving all dog adoption fees today through Sunday to help these dogs find loving homes that they deserve, and also help create lifesaving space in the shelter for other animals needing support.Lauren shares a tender story on dear Kani, a special needs pooch who scored a loving home thanks to some social media teamwork.

Click PLAY to hear more about the shelter's hard work. They are pawsitively hopeful for a weekend full of successful adoptions! Are you ready to fill your home with the unconditional love that these precious pups have to give?

"God had been faithful time and time and time again. That was the type of God the Baxters served. No, they didn't always get the answers they wanted. But they always got the right answers." ~Author Karen Kingsbury

You'll find the hymn, "Great is Thy faithfulness," tucked into most of her novels like an Easter egg. There isn't a subject she won't type about - adoption, intoxicated driving, losing your faith, unfaithfulness, murder, cancer, divorce, fame - but none of them ever get the last word. She spins a story of redemption out of each character's journey and gives you hope in your real life.

I discovered Karen Kingsbury’s books because they turned the beloved family she created, the Baxters, into a series on Amazon Prime. I’ve read several dozen of her stories since then and I can, without reservation, recommend every single book so far! SO, it was such a BLESSING to meet Karen on the phone and find out she is as delightful as I had imagined! Please join us for a conversation about God’s role in her writing, the new movie Karen MADE with her talented family, angels, and SO MUCH MORE! Click PLAY to make a new friend.

You are Loved, EricaP.S. Discover all of Karen’s wonderful books and her movie STREAMING NOW here: www.KarenKingsburyBookstore.com

Westgate Chapel is hosting Thanksgiving for the community this season. Erica Parkerson talks with Pastor Ron about this event, why they do it and how you can get involved!

Have you ever realized you were singing the wrong lyric? Yes, us too! Shanon and her husband Aaron were singing one of our new songs and once they realized it and laughed together… God gave them a little download for the road of life! Join Shanon from Vaughn and Erica for a chat that will make you smile and shift you into high gear. 😊

Click PLAY to put the BRAKES on negative thoughts today!

HAPPY HAULidays! Join Erica and legendary truck drivers, Fred Austin and John Schank from Lynden Transport, to hear about the special job they've been assigned this holiday season! Click PLAY to get into the Christmas SPIRIT a lil' early!

Danny Gokey is infused with the love of Christ and he's passionate about sharing it with you and me! God gave him a special song for such a time as this. Join Danny and Erica to hear what happened when he sat down at the piano to write with God. Click PLAY to feel a surge of hope and listen to the song to feel the good goosebumps!

"Peace and hope are always in the frame. It's always being offered to us, it's always available to us... if we can recognize it." -Jason Gray, Artist & Author

This conversation is like hot cider for the soul. Grab a carpet square, light a pumpkin candle, and join SPIRIT 105.3 artist Jason Gray and Erica for a chat about dreams, childlike faith, how very valuable we are to the Lord, and so much more. Click PLAY for a sip of joy in the midst of chaos today!
* Jason Gray's Children's Book: SPARROWS

Erica chats with the fabulous Olivia Oltmanns who brings Elsa to life in Disney on Ice! Olivia shares how she preps for the show, the thrill of dazzling audiences, and the spark of inspiration she aims to ignite in her young fans. Plus, she shares her epic comeback from a back injury and the heartwarming moments when little fans waltz up dressed as their favorite Disney icon!

Phil Wickham is buzzing with joy about finally being home for the holidays after a whirlwind tour, reflecting on the simplicity and authenticity of worship, and the importance of keeping his heart focused on God. Growing up in a worship-loving family? That’s what fueled his faith and music journey!

Click PLAY to get all the details on his upcoming documentary with Brandon Lake, "For The One" highlighting his and Brandon Lake's tour experiences and personal stories.
For The One: https://fortheonemovie.com/*

KNEAD to work in some rest into your life? How do you connect with God while cooking? What is sabbath living? And wait, God made food to bless us - He didn't have to. Whoa! These are just some of the conversations we're cooking up for the morning show tomorrow! Kathi Lipp will serve up some soul food - which is one way I'd describe her new book, “Sabbath Soup!" You'll feel peaceful just turning the pages. Join us!
* BOOK: Sabbath Soup: Weekly Menus and Rhythms to Make Space for a Day of Rest

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You know him. You love him. Micah Tyler is "in the house" and sharing the heart behind his single, People Like Us! This is a powerful song, friend. Soak in these lyrics... It's a beautiful reminder that God loves YOU.

Click PLAY to hear the personal story behind it.

Join Erica as she sits down with Eric and John from Miracle Ranch to talk about their exciting Harvest Fest event. Picture activities like petting zoos, pumpkin launching, hayrides, and delicious treats. Joy and connections are fostered by the festival, along with family, fun, faith, and prayer walks. Don't miss out on the unforgettable memories and spiritual nourishment you'll take home from being there! Click PLAY for more.
Guests: Erik Henrikson and John Sharrett from CRISTA Camps * Event: Harvest Fest https://cristacamps.org/events/harvest-fest*

You are helping our neighbors in the Carolinas, Florida, Georgia, and Tennessee rebuild their lives after Hurricane Helene through local churches. You are curing kids in Africa, one 44 cent pill at a time. YOU are partnering with our sister ministry World Concern! Join Jeremy Reis from World Concern and Erica for a conversation about how the Lord Jesus is working through YOU in America and Africa right now!

Meet Pastor Paul from Next Door Church of the Nazarene!

Bless Your Pastor - Aileen for Luis and Ruth

Pastor Victor from India Christian Assembly in Seattle!

Sam shares a heartfelt story about the bond she shares with her father, who was frequently away during her childhood because of military duties. As an adult, she values their phone conversations and contemplates the inevitability of their last exchange, and the lasting message of love that her dad will someday leave behind.

Sam shares about the time Zoe discovered the Amazon gift catalog. It's a story about the long-standing holiday tradition of never getting what you want. Have you experienced this?

Click PLAY to make your day!

Karen Sullivan is an avid Secret Sound sleuth and just snagged $7,455 from the Elite Roofing piggy bank by guessing "hard-boiled eggs clinking together". In a cheeky twist, Karen hilariously pleads with Sarah to keep her big win under wraps from her husband Dennis, who’s been rolling his eyes at her every day when she makes her daily announcement, "I'm going to win the SPIRIT 105.3 Secret Sound today!" Congratulations on this coming true, Karen... and happy 34th Wedding Anniversary to you and Dennis!!

This was such a fun call! Click PLAY below and take a listen!

The Secret Sound will pick back on October 21st with $1,050 in the Elite Roofing piggy bank, and an extra $500 to Pay It Forward!

A super FUN follow-up call with Karen, and her husband Dennis, who promises to never chastise her again for saying she's going to win the Secret Sound!

"I've come out of this with so much joy and trust in the Lord." ~Anna Hoke

Anna Hoke is in the middle of a mission gap year... but she never expected to be in the middle of a landslide in the mountains of North Carolina last weekend. No one predicted the devastation Hurricane Helene had in store for Appalachia... and now we are beginning to see the good God is wringing out of this monster storm. It is the storms in life that inspire oaks to put down deeper roots, after all. Join Anna, a graduate of King's Schools, our sister ministry here in Shoreline, and Erica for a conversation that will remind you that God has big plan for each of us... all we need do is trust His goodness.

Click PLAY to spark your faith today!

She discovered a BRAND-NEW flower in Washington - meet Kelsey, co-owner of Cattle and Cut Farm in Enumclaw today! Coined the "daffodahlia" by an Instagram follower, it has caught the attention of many flower fans, including Martha Stewart! People on social media are in awe of this beautiful creation and Kelsey is calling it a blessing. Click listen to hear the flower farmer's story today!

Cattle and Cut Flowers Website: https://www.cattleandcutflowers.com/

Hurricane Helene did her worst... but now God's people are doing their best. Please meet a dear friend of mine today - Brian Sumner form His Radio in South Carolina. I think you'll be encouraged by hearing his story today! You are Loved, E

If you feel led to help, please join us as we partner with local churches on the ground and offer hope and help in Jesus Name to our neighbors in the southeast rebuilding their lives. https://giving.spirit1053.com/page/FUNUHXCSSTA

We were on our way to Friday Harbor when we heard Davey's story on a podcast (link below). He was speaking at a church in South Carolina and my husband Will and I squirmed in our seats... and then it was like some deep healing took place in our hearts... As if spiritual peroxide was applied. And that's because Jesus is in every syllable of Davey's story. It was a regular kind of day that changed this man's life forever. His wife Amanda was caring for their little son Weston and carrying their unborn child when the unthinkable happened in their home. The story begins at the worst point in Davey's life... but the hope that has bloomed from the wreckage like a beautiful flower growing through a crack on a sidewalk, will never end. Join Davey and I for a very real conversation about how God meets us in the worst pain a human heart can endure. The Lord is truly is the God of Psalm 23.You are Loved, Erica* Link to the podcast Will and I heard: https://newspring.cc/sermons/on-purpose-a-study-of-second-corinthians/from-pain-to-purpose * Davey's website: https://www.daveyblackburn.com/

God has a purpose for your entire life and every SINGLE SEASON of it! Join Tiffany Washington, author of the fantastic new book, "Thriving in Christian Singleness: 40 Days of Fervent Prayer For The Weary Single," joins Erica on the morning show today! Pour a hot cup of coffee and get ready for an espresso shot of hope!

Click PLAY to be encouraged STAT!
* Find Tiffany online: https://tiffwashington.com/

Grace Community Church in Auburn is hosting a Compassion Clinic tomorrow, September 28th 9am - 4pm. Jesse Bradley joins Erica to talks about the clinic! There are no strings attached. Come and invite your friends!

Meet Bob, the heart and soul of Bob's Corn in Snohomish, where farming isn’t just a job—it’s a love affair! He’s all about faith, community, and crafting unforgettable family memories. Picture this: a cozy farm buzzing with laughter, friendly faces, and a jam-packed schedule of hay rides, corn mazes, and even apple cannons!

Now, in a world where Boeing employees are feeling the pinch, Bob and his lovely wife Sarah swoop in like superheroes with a 25% discount, making sure no one misses out on the Fall fun! Their farm is a slice of heaven where you can kick back, soak in nature, and reconnect with your favorite humans.

Here’s a little highlight of unexpected kindness that filled this Mama’s heart the other day. My sweet Zoe, who loves performing shows for us at home, decided to perform a show during recess at her middle school.

Unsure of how it was going to go down, I was a little apprehensive. However, the children watched Zoe’s performance with genuine interest and applauded her enthusiastically… and blessed both our socks off. Thank you Lord for these moments of sweetness, goodness and joy.

Erica's kids, Josh and Hannah, were at the show and they're in studio to tell the story!

Meet Kevan Chandler, an amazing human who traveled around Europe in 2016 in a custom-made backpack carried by friends. This three-week journey celebrated friendship, support, and positivity. Kevan shares the physical and spiritual adventures he experienced, including meeting his future wife on a subsequent trip to China. He's written a memoir and a children's book aimed at inspiring kids with special needs, showcasing how friendship can help us overcome limits. Click PLAY for a power-packed interview.

Sue Myers, a long-time member of the SPIRIT 105.3 family, shares her experiences and the positive impact of community support during challenging times. With many family members working at Boeing, Sue highlights acts of kindness on the picket line, such as people helping to fix furnaces, repairing cars, and delivering groceries. These acts are like superhero capes, demonstrating the power of community and faith, as people come together to help one another. She encourages to look out for each other, trusting that God’s got the details on speed dial.

Click PLAY to listen in on this beautiful shout-out to the strength and kindness buzzing within the SPIRIT 105.3 family, and the community at large!

Brooklynn, a rockstar senior at Edmonds Woodway High School, shares why she joined "See You at the Pole," where students gather 'round the flagpole for prayer! She emphasizes her faith commitment, referencing Romans 1:16, and highlights the unity and positive impact these gatherings bring to her community. Plus, she’s got her "Warriors for Christ" crew, where they dive into prayer, worship, and all-around fellowship, fueling her passion for discipleship like a spiritual espresso shot!

EVENT DETAILS: https://syatp.com/

Meet Gracia Olivas, the supermom and Instagram dynamo behind "Rooted in More"! She's here to spill the beans on how her parents’ rock-solid faith turbocharged her parenting style. Her social content is a delightful mix of Bible object lessons and creative prayers that resonate with fellow parents. Gracia's all about being intentional in marriage and parenting which includes "couch convos" with her hubby!

For those new to the faith game, she’s got golden nuggets of wisdom on sharing beliefs with kiddos, and some must-reads, including the Beginner's Bible and "God Made You to Be You" by Jenny Allen. Get ready to be inspired!

Our friend Holly got to ring the bell that she is cancer free earlier this summer! Take a listen as she reflects on her emotional journey, supported by her faith and her church community at Grace Point, highlighting the importance of faith during challenges.

Brant created a new song to help people stop using incorrect phrases like "supposebly" and "pecifically", along with more treasures. The song has a Simon and Garfunkel vibe, with the potential for hitting the music charts hard. "Quit saying these things" aims to make listeners more aware of their language use, so it's really a song fusing Grammy and grammar together in a beautiful, educational way.

Listen and share your thoughts in the comment section below.

It is 9/11. Well done to the thousand volunteers who have been working at the exhibition hall in Seattle all day today, and putting together more than 260,000 meals. They are doing this as part of a nationwide effort to take back 9/11. We're thankful that what the enemy tries to steal and use for his side, that we get to put the banner of Jesus over it and claim it for good.

Officer Aaron Lucas shares his journey from cutting hair in Philadelphia to serving in the military as a ship serviceman and barber, and eventually becoming a police officer in Seattle. He highlights the significance of establishing rapport and connections with the community, a valuable lesson he gained from his time as a barber.

Special guests Wes & Sue join Erica today to talk about what it has been like to keep God at the center of their marriage for 50 years! Congratulations Wes and Sue.

Erica sits down with the always amazing and consistent fan favorite, Steven Curtis Chapman, and talk about his song "Do It Again," inspired by GK Chesterton's quote on divine love. He gives some scoop on his Italian adventures, his Grand Ole Opry moment, and he has advice for dream-chasers. Click PLAY to listen in!

Clark Roberts shares his unique perspective on life and his experiences, and views his blindness as a superpower that helps him forge deep connections with others. Clark's secret sauce? Stay thankful no matter what life throws your way. Oh, and did we mention his jaw-dropping blind skydiving adventure? Talk about living life to the fullest! He's all about showing that obstacles are just pit stops on the way to an epic journey called life.

Erica dives into the world of Coach Jim Shapiro from the King's Knights football squad, covering everything from the kickoff of the season to how parents can join in on the practice fun. It's all about team dynamics, coaching beliefs, keeping players pumped, and spiritual growth.

He shares about the bonding that happened at a recent team camp, where six players were baptized by the way(!), and gives secret-sauce tips on embracing new team members, tackling nerves with a sprinkle of faith, and gives a sneak peek into the playbook for the next season.

Erica and Jen Ervig dive into the wild world of going back to school, and share tips on surviving the chaos. Jen's secret recipe? Staying connected with Jesus, being disciplined, and leaning into awkward situations. This is a high-fivin' wisdom walk that will get you prepped and ready for a new school year. Let's go!!

YAY! The boss is on the Morning Show today! Ty McFarland is my dear friend and the Program Director here at SPIRIT 105.3 and it's so fun having him join us! Make a cup of coffee and join us as Ty shares about the most powerful weekend we've had in the PNW in a while. Let's just say that after Summerfest at CRISTA in Shoreline and the Brandon Lake/Phil Wickham show in Everett, the angels have been partying in Heaven! WOOHOO!
* Want to know more about Jesus? Click: https://www.spirit1053.com/who-is-jesus/

Sounds like the title of a book you and I need right now. It's called Lighthearted, and we've got the author who wrote it with us today, Susie Crosby! Life feels overwhelming at the moment, with so many of us lugging around some hefty emotional baggage. Wouldn't it be awesome if everyone could encounter the liberating hug and rock-solid love & faithfulness of Jesus that He's offering us? We can! Click PLAY to hear more.

Rich Simms is here on the show today and he is just one of those people who shines for Jesus wherever he goes, and especially on the streets of Seattle. Grab a cup of coffee and click PLAY for encouragement from someone who is a light in this world!
* Special guest: Rich Simms is living out LOUD for Jesus with REACH Ministry and Hope is Alive church in Pioneer Square in Seattle. * Website: https://www.reachministry.org/

Pastor James from Charisma Christian Center in Lynnwood is here with news of their upcoming community outreach event this Saturday! It's a fun-filled day that includes a backpack giveaway, basic dental care, local Christian performers, and delicious food. This event has been going strong for 12 years, helping families gear up for school and sprinkling love around the neighborhood. Click for all the details!

Erica sits down with Rhett Walker to talk about how unexpected opportunities can arise when we are open to God's guidance. His new song "The Middle Man on the Cross," is a reflection of the story of the Prodigal Son, and he shares how it resonates with his own life journey. Click PLAY for a beautiful picture of grace today.

Erica chats with Emily Faley from Cooks Hill Community Church, digging into the heartwarming world of the Lewis County Maternity House. This sanctuary is a safe haven for moms-to-be who are facing challenges, offering a comfortable two-year stay filled with shelter, meals, aid, and love. It's a faith-filled but not faith-forced space that embraces everyone, regardless of their beliefs. Emily also spills the tea about the Lewis County Diaper Bank, swooping in to save the day with diapers and wipes for families in a pinch. Walking alongside those in need and helping families.

Listen for encouragement & inspiration!

Erica and Tasha Layton discuss Pop-Tarts, Tasha's music collaboration with Chris Brown, intentional worship, and finding our identity through God. Bonus: She shares a tasty popcorn hack using Magic Shell topping that is good enough for a mic drop.

Kristina from Abraham's House is here with Erica to share about the recent Festival of Giving Event at the Tacoma Dome. They brought in 12 truckloads of furniture and household goods to give away to the community, with the additional opportunity to sprinkle the gospel of Jesus on people... and 100 people stood and accepted Jesus into their lives! The Abraham's House is all about demonstrating the love of Jesus through acts of giving, and we're here for it!

Click PLAY for more!

Two out of a million people get this type of cancer... and our very special guest today is one of them. Troy Wigestrand is a man battling a cancer so serious he had to learn to walk again, but fortunately He's had Someone to walk with. Jesus has been faithful throughout Troy's life, but especially this year. Make a new friend today - join Troy and Erica for a conversation about overcoming and walking with the Lord, one day at a time, one step at a time.

Click HERE to be inspired today!

Brian Morris is a former fearful flyer who conquered his fear of flying and is paying it forward to help others do the same. His fear began after a turbulent flight as a child, which led him to avoid flying for a long time. To overcome his fear, he joined fear of flying groups, listened to podcasts, and connected with a pilot named Captain Emma Henderson who helped him understand the safety of modern aviation. Brian created Flight Deck, a set of cards with information about flying, to help others overcome their fear.

Click PLAY for this cool and calming chat!

Wendy Palau, Luis Palau's daughter-in-law, shares about her faith journey with Erica and how it was sparked by her dad's conversion moment at a Billy Graham Crusade. Wendy will be at the Awakening Northwest Festival in Seattle and is praying for spiritual revival in the PNW.

Click PLAY for a dish of inspiration and HOPE!

Crews and passengers teamed up to help a mom who went into labor on the Samish yesterday. WOW! Join Ian Sterling from WSDOT and Erica to hear about this happy happening!

"God could've come out of the tomb scarless... but he didn't. He came out with marks that proved to the world that He had experienced tremendous pain... and had overcome it. Hallelujah!" ~Author Russell Joyce

When Russell Joyce was born, his mother went to sleep, and his father went to the chapel to pray. Did God answer this prayer? You will be moved by how the Lord indeed heard and answered this prayer, straight from the heart of a father, in the most beautiful way. Meet Pastor and Author Russell Joyce today. He's a grateful husband and father himself now and the author of a powerful new book called, "His Face Like Mine." Russell was born with a rare craniofacial condition called "Goldenhar Syndrome." Join Russell and Erica for a conversation about wholeness, love, a lifechanging kiss, and the Cross.

Click PLAY for a surge of inspiration today.

Having a RUFF day? Check out a dog for a few hours this weekend or next Wednesday. You’ll have a ball! And so will the dog - perhaps literally. And maybe you’ll find yourself a new best friend! Join Leslie Wall from the Everett Animal Shelter and Erica to find out more about this bonafide program! 🐶

Click PLAY to make a difference and smile the whole time!

Website: https://www.everettwa.gov/3212/Wandering-Rover

She knew at the age of 13 that it would probably be too dangerous for her to carry a child in her womb… so God in His mercy gave her a precious child who another mom carried… but who was born in her heart just the same.

Today, you’re invited to listen to my dear friend Amanda Schneider’s story – it’s about more than adoption. It’s a journey she shared with her wonderful husband Caleb and how with every step they learned to wait on the Lord, to trust Him through the emotional ups and downs, and to rely on His faithfulness. It will remind you that on the roller coaster of life, that Jesus is in the front car next to you… and He’s not scared so you don’t have to be either! His plans are GOOD. You’re gonna remember. So why not throw up your hands and scream for joy… cause the bible promises weeping lasts for a night… but JOY comes in the morning. Can’t wait for you to hear about how God knit a tiny, adorable baby boy into the warm and loving quilt of their lives. His name is Isaiah.

You are LOVIN' the new song "BRAND NEW" and now get to know and love the singer! Bay Turner has a story that will inspire you the next time things get quiet in your life and remind you that God is always working even then. Plus, what sport in the Olympics would Bay play? And he's gonna WHAT in Italy? How cool. So, pop open a Capri Sun or pour a glass of icy cold lemonade and join Bay and Erica for a chat that will refresh your soul today!

Erica sits down with Lindsay and Leslie, the dynamic duo from "Unsellable Houses" and dives into their sisterly bond, fueled by coffee love and a secret trail mix blend. From social media to TV fame, they spill the beans on their real estate journey. Get cozy decor tips and plant care wisdom straight from these home makeover and real estate mavens!

Jaqueline was blessed by the Make-A-Wish program. Her biggest wish was to have a grand birthday party (a quinceañera one year late) and to visit her favorite radio station. ♥ We love you Jaqueline!

From Make-A-Wish:
"Jaqueline's quinceañera took place at the Hyatt Regency Lake Washington. There was food, dancing, a surprise song played by Jaqueline's boyfriend during her first dance with her dad, and many, many happy tears. Jaqueline shared with the party how she had been dreaming about her quinceañera for years, and dreaming of this day is what helped her through the hard days of her treatment."

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Jaqueline is fighting a battle against lymphoma and leaned heavily on her faith through her treatment. She says SPIRIT 105.3 is her favorite radio station and the music helped her connect with the Lord and stay encouraged during tough days. Her favorite song is "Strong" by Anne Wilson.

Pastor Don Wickstrum, known as the Fastest Pastor, shares his journey from atheist to pastor with Erica. A cancer survivor and race car driver, he defied the odds after being given a year to live. Don's story is featured in "Chasing Hope" a film available online. Click PLAY for more!

Erica and Grandma Carol from Snohomish are here to tell the heartwarming story of two heroes, Peyton and Uriah, who rallied their class to gift their PE teacher a new pair of Nike Air 1's. Cue the tears! This one will melt your heart like an ice cream cone in July. It's a shoe-in!

Josh Baldwin is here! He's diving into his new song "Made For More," sharing that it's a song of identity and that understanding God better means also understanding ourselves better. So much good stuff here! Click PLAY to listen in.

The Snoqualmie Police Department and the Snoqualmie Valley Food Bank partner up for Lunches for Littles, dishing out meals to families with kiddos during the summer break. With a boost from the Snoqualmie Tribe, this mission is all about keeping little bellies happy and full. The police team spreads the word, gathers donations, and even takes a food bank tour to drum up support. Local farmers and stores pitch in with fresh goodies, making a real difference for families in need in the valley. Click PLAY for more.

I have a very dear friend in studio today, Debbie Conner! She's on our team here and she is wonderful. She is such a blessing to all of us here, and I'm super excited because I think God is going to do something big with her story this morning as she shares her journey of finding love, and growing her faith through trusting God.

Erica sits down with Jen DeGroot from Point Defiance Zoo to talk about the recent surge in penguin hatchings! Each chick's unique traits are so special, and Jen shares about the significance of showing affection and admiration for our animal companions. Listen in to find out more!

Gina's daughter Zoey is the one that came up with the winning guess. She says her mom deserves to win this more than anyone!

How does Gina feel about winning over $12,000 from the Elite Roofing piggy bank? The Lord's fingerprints are always over the secret sound contest and this one is no different. Hear the difference this money will make for Gina, what she plans to do with the extra $500 and how this game connects her with her kids and coworkers! Listen to this post-winning interview!

Tim Gaydos, Mariners chaplain and director of FCA Seattle joins Erica on-air. He talks about the importance of faith and sports and how you can use your platform for Christ.

WOW! That was so much fun. We had a blast with this sound and are so excited that Gina from Seattle just won $12,075 from the Elite Roofing piggy bank in the SPIRIT 105.3 Secret Sound and $500 to give away. Her daughter Zoey had the guess and she got through to play. They plan to take a special trip to a hot air balloon fest in Turkey!

We’re excited to announce the grand prize winner of our Rad Dad giveaway: Jacob from Bonney Lake! Congrats on winning a Blackstone 22” Tabletop Griddle with a Lid…perfect for any summer adventure! This is what Jacob shared with Erica on the Morning Show about his father:“My dad was diagnosed with malignant melanoma when I was 13 but he didn’t let that interfere with family life. We still spent time together doing all of our favorite activities while he grit his teeth and went through treatment.”We love how Jacob’s rad dad was a hero to his family amidst his health struggles. Thank you, Jacob, for sharing your story with us, and thank you, Robert Gardner Roofing, for helping us honor all the rad dads this Father’s Day!

Mariners Pitcher, Logan Gilbert, joins Erica and producer Max to talk about Mariners Faith & Family night coming soon! Hear about his faith journey, why he loves sharing his story and some insight into his relationship with father. You'll leave inspired!

"Even in my worst moments, God was THERE. He never left me." ~DOG the Bounty Hunter

His mother prayed for him all the days of his life. His stepfather beat him regularly and mercilessly. He ran with a notorious biker gang called the devil's diciples (not misspelled). He went to a maximum-security prison and wound up barbering the warden's hair. He went to rock bottom, more than once. And THE LORD JESUS NEVER LEFT DOG! Join DOG the Bounty Hunter and Erica for a conversation that is OFF THE CHAIN! Brew a strong cup of cold brew coffee cause this conversation is FIRE.

Sometimes you get an idea that's a game changer, and a life changer. It's how you know it's from God. Cara Finger, founder of My Bag, My Story is my guest and inspiration today.

My Bag, My Story provides new bags to foster children who often carry their belongings in trash or grocery bags. Cara is an adoptee and foster parent herself, and explains that the bags give the children a sense of dignity and ownership, fostering trust and value. Over 4,000 bags have been distributed, with plans for further growth. Cara's faith plays a significant role in her work, believing in the biblical call to care for orphans and widows.

My Bag, My Story website :https://mybagmystory.com/

Jordan St. Cyr swapped hard hats for a microphone, all thanks to his super supportive wife, Heather! Battling through tough times with daughter Emory's seizures, he shines a spotlight on the power of faith. Jordan shares how fatherhood brings him pure joy, juggling the beautiful uniqueness of his four mini-me's with a big smile!

Do you find it hard to pray? If you got really honest about it, it could sound something like this:

Holy One, there is something I wanted to tell you, but there have been errands to run, bills to pay, arrangements to make, meetings to attend, friends to entertain, washing to do... and I forget what it is I wanted to say to you, and mostly I forget what I'm about or why. O God, don't forget me, please, for the sake of Jesus Christ....

Eternal one, there is something I wanted to tell you, but my mind races with worrying and watching, with weighing and planning, with rutted slights and pothole grievances, with leaky dreams and leaky plumbing and leaky relationships that I keep trying to plug up and my attention is preoccupied with loneliness, with doubt, and with things I covet and I forget what it is I want to say to you and how to say it honestly or how to do much of anything. O God, don't forget me, please, for the sake of Jesus Christ....

Almighty one there is something I wanted to ask you but I stumble along the edge of a nameless rage, haunted by a hundred floating fears, of war, of losing my job of failing of getting sick and old having loved ones die of dying and I forget what it is the real question is I wanted to ask and I forget to listen anyway because you seem unreal and far away and I forget what it is I have forgotten. O God, don't forget me, please, for the sake of Jesus Christ....

Oh Father in heaven perhaps you've already heard what I wanted to tell you. What I wanted to ask in my blundering way is don't give up on me, don't become too sad about me, but laugh with me, and try again with me, and I will with you, too. O Father in Heaven, perhaps you've already heard what I wanted to tell you, What I wanted to ask is, forgive me, heal me, increase my courage, please. Renew in me a little of love and faith, and a sense of confidence, and a vision of what it might mean to live as though you were real, and I mattered, and everyone was sister and brother. What I wanted to ask is for peace enough, to want and work for more, for joy enough to share and for awareness that is keen enough to sense your presence here, now, there, then, always.

That beautiful poem is written by Ted Loder, and sometimes you run across something that says exactly what you wanted to say.

Andrea Wilson from the iBible, a visual and interactive Bible app, talks to Erica about the app's impact since its recent release. The app has been particularly transformative for youth engagement with the Bible. It's designed to cater to visual and oral learners, making it accessible to those who cannot read, and is available for free in 7,000 living languages!

The Red Door Cafe in Moses Lake is not just your average coffee spot—it's a bustling hub for prayers, praises, and heart-to-heart connections. With a special prayer board for customers to share their prayers and praises, this cafe is like a cozy community living room. Manager Codi's own journey overcoming addiction and hardship to a deep faith is a testament to the power of our Heavenly Father and her resilience.

From Bible studies to linking folks up with local churches, this sweet spot is all about spreading love and light. Despite some challenges, this gem keeps shining by offering free oatmeal to the homeless, and a warm wonderful welcome to everyone who walks through the doors.

Pastors Steve and Jen McConnell from Seattle Foursquare Church initiated the Aurora Prayer Shield to address sex trafficking and social issues in North Seattle through prayer and action. They lead their church, organize community events, and have watched hotels with illegal activities shut down and close. In faith, prayer and compassion, they are reaching out to this community to make change. This is their mission field, and they're watching God move mightily and make change.

Aurora Prayer Shield Website: https://seattlefoursquare.org/aurora-prayer-shield

My friend Deb from King's School... She's an amazing woman. She just came back from Kenya with a group of fantastic King's students. This is not her first rodeo, but boy was it an adventure! Click PLAY to hear all about it!

Amanda Hostetler, a teacher at King Schools in Shoreline, is leading a team of 31 students to Uganda to serve in a village with about 350 children. They will be doing children’s ministry, widow and orphan outreach, and learning about life within the local community. This is a great faith stretcher for these kids! Click PLAY to find out how you can support these students!

Patrick Mayberry sits down with Erica, opening up on the love story with his wife, the inspiration behind his song "Lead on Good Shepherd," and accessing God's blessings through Jesus.

Erica and Pastor Ben Sterciuc are previewing 100 Days of Prayer for Seattle, which is all about transforming the city from the most unchurched to the most revived. Will you join us in praying for the city? Pray in your own way; during a lunch break, a weekly gathering, when you're on a walk... Prayer is powerful. Our God is big. And this is possible.

Click PLAY to learn more.

Carson Raz shares with Erica his epic quest to becoming an Eagle Scout. Initially attracted to camping, Carson gained leadership and communication skills through scouting. He completed all ranks to become an Eagle Scout, fulfilling a service project by rebuilding garden beds. Carson views Eagle Scout as beneficial for future job applications and cherishes the friendships formed in scouting.

Click to hear more.

Sherri Lynn is all set for SPIRIT 105.3's first women's event, Snacks and Good Company Live! She will be sharing stories with her trademark humor and joy-filling laugh. I'll be joining her along with our very own Sarah Taylor and Jenn Schultz (AllMomDoes). We still have seats and would love to see you there! Register by texting LADIES to 89419.

Sherry is back with a recap! She and the team from Hope Church in Snohomish recently returned from their trip to Mexico, where they built a tiny house for a family. After construction, the new homeowner placed a cross at the top of the house for all to see. Take a listen!

Erica has brought Brooklyn back, a student at Edmonds Woodway High, to talk more about how she is actively sharing her faith in Christ at school, and her efforts to share Jesus with other kids who come to the Warriors for Christ Club. She hosts weekly pizza parties from donations that have been given, and she and others share their faith and pray. She is an incredible young woman and we're inspired by how she boldly walks through life in her faith.

Lisa Holt is basically running a detective agency for dogs! Her furry squad at Pads for Parkinson's identify the Parkinson's disease odor from samples, scoring treats for sniffing out the scent correctly. By catching the disease early, they're like lifesaving superheroes. Thank you Lisa for opening up this impactful world of work with us!

We invite you to unite with us in prayer today. On this National Day of Prayer, let's come together and raise our voices as one. Join our CEO, Jacinta Tegman, as she leads us in prayer. Share your own prayers in the comments section.

Don’t let anyone think less of you because you are young. Be an example to all believers in what you say, in the way you live, in your love, your faith, and your purity. ~1 Timothy 4:12 NLT

Today, we invite you to hang out with a fourth grader and a fourth-grade teacher who love Jesus and it shows. Dax and Tina will make you smile today as they share about a moment in class that will remind you how meaningful prayer can be in your life! When we pray, God hears and takes care of us.

Today, you'll hear about King's Schools and World Concern, sister ministries we share a campus with here in Shoreline. If you would like to learn more about CRISTA and our wonderful family of ministries, please click here: https://crista.org/

Author Stacy Reaoch and Erica are spending time today learning how to view ourselves a little differently. Stacy's book, "Beautiful Freedom" stresses the importance of valuing our bodies as gifts from God, advocating for self-acceptance, physical fitness, healthy eating, and serving others. It's about learning to find fulfillment in Jesus rather than our appearance or diet, embracing aging positively, and appreciating food as a divine gift. We can choose to see our bodies as tools for honoring God.

It's a great convo! Click PLAY to listen in.
* Stacy Reaoch: https://www.stacyreaoch.com/

Book: Beautiful Freedom: How the Bible Shapes Your View of Appearance, Food, and Fitness https://www.amazon.com/Beautiful-Freedom-Appearance-Christian-exercise/dp/1784989738

Erica chats with Rudy Kish from the Action Bible Project, originally created by David C. Cook 150 years ago for orphaned children. The Faith in Action edition engages children with images and stories, and is reaching over 40 million kids globally. Rudy shares how the Bible impacted his son, leading him to read, get baptized, and teach. Illustrated by Sergio Carillo, a former Marvel and DC Comics artist, the Action Bible aims to spread God's message through art.

Seph Schlueter sits down with Erica, sharing insight into his songwriting process, and how his songs are inspired by his life experiences, especially his encounters with the divine.

Sam shares a little story on little joys... It may have caused a woman to run away, but that's beside the point, lol.

Sherri and Sarah talk about being on a mission to sprinkle faith with a big dose of laughter and joy for Christian women at the upcoming Snacks & Good Company LIVE Women's Event. Sherri believes that laughter is a form of faith and isn't afraid to use humor to dive into those tricky church topics. Together, they share how God sees the beauty in imperfection, aiming to spread love and happiness among women through events that mix humor with heartfelt messages. Sherri's stand-up comedy routines even take on the topics of aging and physical hurdles with a hilarious twist! We hope you'll join us May 9th at Evergreen Church in Bothell!

The event is powered by our friends at Vision House

Chris Brown from Elevation Worship spills the beans on tapping into sermons and biblical stories for musical inspo. He sings praises about the strength found in worship during rough patches, having faith in the grand plan, and discovering reasons to be grateful every day.

He grew up listening to SPIRIT 105.3 and now he tours with one of his favorite artists, playing keys for Michael W. Smith. If there was ever a reason to keep your kid in piano lessons... meet Aaron Smith!

Sherill is a soon-to-be adventurer heading off to Mexico on a mission trip! Hailing from Granite Falls, she's all geared up with the HOPE Church crew from Snohomish to rebuild a home for a family in need. With her Alaskan off-grid living skills and experience aiding low-income families, she's all set for this heartwarming journey. She's ready to pitch in, and can't wait to spread some love and hope!

Jill Servais, the awesome better half of Mariners skipper, Scott Servais, dives into her love for furry friends and the pet predicament in the USA with Erica. She's a champion of spaying/neutering and reducing the rates of euthanasia, a huge fan of fostering, and an even bigger supporter of All Paws on Deck! Click PLAY for all the details!

Erica dives into a heartwarming chat with Charlotte Thomas, the mastermind behind God's Grace Hot Meals. This beautiful journey started 15 years back with a random act of kindness on Thanksgiving, blossoming into a full-blown mission to support the homeless across Snohomish County and three cities in Grant County. From hot meals to warm clothes, tents, and even a listening ear, Charlotte's volunteer squads are spreading not just food but loads of love and hope. It's all about wrapping people in a cozy blanket of care and reminding them they're not walking this road alone.

Author Jenn Schultz sits down with Erica to discuss her personal journey of overcoming comparison and competition with other women. They talk about the importance of recognizing that women are not enemies but allies in God's Kingdom. Pro Tip: Stay grounded in scripture and prayer to counteract feelings of jealousy and insecurity.

Click PLAY for this empowering conversation.

Luke Smallbone talks with Erica about their upcoming movie based on his family's story, Unsung Hero. The film shares their family struggles and tragedies, with a message of family, faith, and forgiveness. Click PLAY to find out more.

It is 1953 Seattle, Washington. A man named Mike Martin is holding a letter in his hand from a local radio station. It says, “No. Canceled.” He can't continue the 15-minute radio program that he currently uses to reach troubled teens with the love of Jesus. He prays and God gives him the idea to start a Christian radio station.

Putting a radio station on the air is a tall order and Mike doesn't have the money needed for it. He doesn't know engineering or how to apply for a license, but Mike and his wife Vivian keep praying about it.

In November 1954, the station God gives Mike signs on the air. Today AM 630 KCIS is still going strong and is part of what's known today as CRISTA Ministries. And without KCIS, there would be no SPIRIT 105.3, the station you are listening to right now. Millions of people have heard the gospel on the radio over the years because of prayers offered in faith.

At CRISTA Ministries throughout 2024, we are celebrating 75 years of God's faithfulness, and we want to thank you for being part of our journey, and part of our family. You can learn more about CRISTA Ministries and hear more faith building stories from the past 75 years by texting the word FAITH to 8 9 4 1 9.

United Hive is a global platform created by Gabriel Jackson shining a spotlight on incredible stories of faith from around the globe and spreading joy to fellow Christians. Erica catches up with him to chat about the platform's mission and its powerful influence, from the Red Light District in Amsterdam to the chaotic Antifa riots in Portland, Oregon.

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Sandi Harris is here with Erica to share about the epic EGGstravaganza bash at Northshore Christian Church! They're going all out with dino "meet-and-greets", egg hunts, a full-blown carnival, and tons more fun stuff. This shindig isn't just about good times; it's all about bringing the neighborhood together, spreading the message of Easter, and making sure everyone feels loved and accepted.

Click PLAY to listen in!

CROWDER IS IN THE HOUSE and spilling the beans on his tune "Grave Robber," a song sparked by the biblical tale of Lazarus, and a pumped-up anthem about conquering challenges. He gives a shoutout to his squad as he shares their role in his faith journey and day-to-day adventures. We are HUGE fans of David Crowder and his music! Packed full of redemption and grace.

Click PLAY to listen in on their conversation!

Pastor Philip McCallum from Evergreen Church in Bothell, Washington, discusses his recent trips to Israel with Erica. He is part of a humanitarian tour called Philip's House, which aims to connect and relate to different cultures, beginning in Israel.

Vasiliy Stupin, a former refugee from the Soviet Union and a member of Good Works Washington, a Tacoma-based organization functioning as a thrift shop and food bank, is offering hope and assistance to refugees, and people are finding the love of Jesus and hope! He shares with Erica his personal link to the cause and its impact on refugees. With the aid of approximately 40 volunteers, Good Works Washington serves over 30,000 meals each month to those in need.

Click PLAY to listen in on this impactful story.

Meet Brooklynn Steiner from Edmonds, a junior in high school and a Christ-follower making a difference all around her. She's a leader at Warriors for Christ Club and shining Jesus' love wherever she goes. We are so thankful for her!

Click PLAY to meet this sweet young woman and hear about the stories and lives she's encountered.

Church Awakening, a ministry started by Pastor Alec from Westgate Chapel in Edmonds, is hosting a conference this Thursday and Friday. The ministry, which began 20 years ago, focuses on prayer and revival, and now attracts around 700 pastors, intercessors, and church leaders from across the country. Pastor Alec explains that many pastors arrive at the conference feeling discouraged, particularly in the wake of Covid-19, but leave feeling emboldened in their faith and equipped with resources to bring back to their home churches. There is great loneliness within pastoral ministry that most of us don't even realize. He shares about the importance of support networks within congregations for pastors.

The Jeep community and the Mission 22 family are incredible. They came together to honor the life of Trooper Christopher Gadd, who was recently killed in the line of duty. Jennifer Derouen, a nurse and member of the Jeep community, shares with Erica about this honoring memorial run and all of the love that was poured out for Trooper Gadd and his family.

Additional info: Volunteers from National Veteran non-profit group, Mission 22, provide extensive, personalized support and resources to help Veterans and their families thrive.

Erica and Sherri Lynn are talking all about Russell Wilson's move to [SPOILER ALERT!] the Pittsburgh Steelers. Sherri, a die-hard Steelers fan, has high expectations, as do all her fellow Steelers fans. They're a whole different breed and she says that if he doesn't bring his A-game, she might have a few more words for Erica if things don't go well, lol.We love Sherri!

Click PLAY to listen now.
* Sherri is an accomplished comedienne, former youth pastor, and currently the producer/co-host for the nationally syndicated Brant Hansen Show. * Sherri's Podcast: Snacks and Good Company

Author Katelyn Caswell spills the beans about her delightful children's book "Unique Friends" with Erica. The book follows Ellie the elephant on a journey of self-acceptance and celebrating what makes her stand out. Through her tale, Caswell sprinkles lessons on love and grit for little readers.

Click PLAY for inspiration on following your dreams!

Erica is sitting down with Max Lucado today to talk about loneliness, and his new children's book titled, Just in Case You Ever Feel Alone. It's a beautiful conversation revolving around hope, grace, and God's enduring love.

Click PLAY for an inspiring conversation!
* Max' new book: Just In Case You Ever Feel Alone * https://www.amazon.com/Just-Case-Ever-Feel-Alone-ebook/dp/B0CCXY7NXY

Pat Barrett and gang are IN THE HOUSE! Listen in for a little taste of what it sounds like in the studio when an artist comes to visit the station. We had such a fun visit with Pat and enjoyed an in-studio performance to boot! Click PLAY to join in with us!

Lyric video for "Beautiful Life" - https://youtu.be/YpGXyD8Owzs?si=rpA8VXU57RWErwy_

A busy mom left her wallet in a grocery store shopping cart. Much to her surprise, a good Samaritan and his son returned it to her front door.

Click PLAY for the full story.

Our story is your story. If you look back over your life, what are the moments where you have seen the faithfulness of God. Maybe not IN THE MOMENT, but years later? Maybe today you need a reminder that God is faithful, surprising, in the miracle business, and still answering prayers. As CRISTA Ministries celebrates 75-years, we are looking back on what God has done. We hope these stories remind you to be faithful in prayer, look to God for direction and expect miracles. Listen, be encouraged and let’s celebrate the God of hope together!

CeCe Winans is hanging out with Erica today! Join in on their conversation about her grandson Wyatt's prayerful nature, an upcoming women's conference, and her new song "That's My King" focusing on praising God.

Click PLAY to listen now!

Erica sat down with Daniel Frederick, the executive director of Coffee Oasis, about restoring community through compassionate youth programs and coffee businesses.

They are a non-profit organization based in Kitsap and Pierce County, dedicated to helping homeless and at-risk youth. They run the only underage youth shelters in the counties, providing a safe place for kids as young as 13 who don't have a home or family. The coffee shop proceeds go towards supporting their mission. Click PLAY for more!

Danny Gokey is like an espresso shot of encouragement! He's with us discussing his life, his new song, and a moment recently when he took a "leap of faith."

The Lord cares for you! ❤️ A few weeks ago, Makayla turned 18… and at the same time, her life turned upside down. Her battle with Hodgkin’s lymphoma began and since then, Jesus has given Makayla a new lens on life. She’s seeing everything with new eyes and He’s showing this brave young woman that He sees her. Makayla’s mom Becky is a teacher at King’s Schools, our sister ministry. Our awesome team arranged for her daughter to meet a couple rockstars in Kent on Saturday. Makayla was overjoyed to hang out with Mac Powell and TobyMac backstage! A rockstar herself, she fit right in with her megawatt smile and bright outlook. Her mom got to come too! May this post remind you… God sees you in the midst of your battle!

You are Loved, Erica, on behalf of the entire SPIRIT 105.3 team

Jordan gives Erica a follow-up on his recent experience of having his car stolen. What we know: The Lord provides lessons in faith in all the things that we face, where we can cultivate and grow our trust in Him.

Click PLAY for the details!

We are so excited to announce our Love is on the Air! winner, Haley from Bremerton! She has won an overnight hotel stay at The Westin Seattle, dinner for 2, and a pair of tickets to the TobyMac concert!

Through all 13 deployments, Haley's husband has gone above and beyond to love his wife. Haley and Sam are celebrating their 20th wedding anniversary this Valentine's Day! Here is Haley gushing about her crush:

"In our line of work, marriage is hard work, AND BOY DOES MY MAN DO IT WELL!! When he is gone, he will arrange for flowers to be delivered on special occasions. He will pre buy gifts, wrap them and then hide them around the house. He will write letters and send them snail mail. He will send friends over with special treats for me. He will fly my mom over to me as a surprise. My husband is one in a million and my cup runneth over."

Congratulations Haley! Wishing you and Sam a very lovely Valentine's Day weekend - courtesy of our friends at The Westin Seattle!

https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/seawi-the-westin-seattle/overview/

Once upon a flight, a zoo hero named Robin faced a serious dilemma when the egg incubator she was using to transport flamingo eggs from the Atlanta Zoo to the Woodland Park Zoo malfunctioned on an Alaska Airlines flight. With assistance from flight attendants and passengers, the eggs were kept warm using improvised methods.

Click PLAY for the fluffy outcome!

Until we've personally walked in the shoes of others do we fully understand what someone is going through. Brant shares the significance of personal experience in empathy, after hearing a story about Lindsay, an oncology nurse who was diagnosed with cancer. She apologized to her previous patients for not fully understanding their experience until personally living what they went through.

A powerful story, and a reminder for us to live, and lead, with empathy.

Christina King, a mother of twins and brain cancer survivor, shares her inspiring story with Erica today. Six years ago, she was diagnosed with brain cancer. During her recovery, she returned to baking, which led to the creation of Bonnie's Buns (named after her mother). Christina loves being able to do what she does, and sharing her baked goods and creating a sense of home and love for everyone who walks through her door brings her the greatest joy.

Brant recently did an experiment to overcome his social awkwardness. He donned a cool t-shirt with a nod to Charlotte Bronte's "Jane Eyre," and strutted his stuff to the gym, hoping to encourage conversation. Sherri suggests the gym might not have been the best place for such an attempt.

What did Brant learn? Men don't want to talk about anything Victorian.

Today you're going to hear a story about a pair of gold shoes, but it's so much more than that. It's about a decision to give a gift that will keep on giving for a long time.

One Voice Worship is IN HOUSE! This wonderful local group of worship leaders brings the heart of their love of Jesus through their music. Worship is making much of Him, a lifestyle and a form of surrender to God. Listen in as they share their personal journeys to faith, with each having a unique story of coming to know Jesus.

We are huge fans of these guys! Click PLAY to sit in on their in-studio interview.

"Let's focus on today and let God handle the Big Picture."
~Brant Hansen, Radio Personality, Author, & Fervent Dancer

Erica and Brant Hansen chat about his latest book, "Life is Hard. God is Good. Let's Dance." Find out how Brant can shimmy through life with a smile, even during hard times.
* Book: https://www.spirit1053.com/blog/save-30-on-brants-new-book-life-is-hard-god-is-good-lets-dance/

Special Guest: Malora Forrey CEO, Pregnancy Resource Clinic in Everett
Website: https://www.pregnancyresourceclinic.org/

The Pregnancy Resource Clinic in Everett has an amazing baby boutique, where patients can earn points by mastering the learning programs, and shop for adorable baby items. It doubles up as a hub for the community to bond together and receive support. And that's not all! The clinic also has weekly mom squads, birthing and parenting classes, and a program that dads can join in too. They happily accept donations, especially new or gently used goodies. Let's get those little ones snuggled up!

Settling in for a chat with Jeremy Camp is like sipping hot cocoa on a winter's day - warm and comforting. We talked about everything from the ups and downs of life, his battle with anxiety at one point, to his epic new song, "These Days," which came from wanting to flip the script on the phrase "these days" and focus on the idea that we're all in the right place at the right time. God's got a plan for each and every one of us, and it's up to us to walk into that purpose, right where we are.

Get ready for an inspiring story! Lauri McKinley from Aurora Community Church in Shoreline shares how the church noticed a need for shoes at their church Clothes Closet, open to kids who in kindergarten through 12th grade in the Shoreline area. They decided to collect as many shoes as possible and give them away. The result? A heartwarming success that showed a big ol' dose of God's love with the Church coming together, filling the gap where a need was, and showing the kids and their families, how much God loves them.

Erica chats it up with Lindsey Heaney from Tacoma Humane about their fifth annual "Poorly Drawn Pets" event, where people can submit a photo of their pet for a humorous drawing by volunteer artists, with a $30 donation. The drawings are posted on the event's Facebook page, and over 400 pictures have been submitted, raising more than $17,000 so far.

The Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County Website:
https://www.thehumanesociety.org/get-involved/

The Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County Facebook Page:
https://www.facebook.com/TacomaHumane

Join Pastor Jesse Bradley and Erica as they discuss the highly anticipated revival at Grace Community Church in Auburn. Pastor Bradley stresses the significance of repentance and seeking God's presence to experience true worship and encourages us to draw closer to God. We're praying that the revival will transcend church walls and reach the wider community.

For more information, text REVIVAL to 89419.

Special guest: Tina Munger from Abraham’s House Charity

Abraham's House receives 22,000 pairs of BOMBAS socks and is now literally preparing to be the Hands & FEET of Jesus!
* Abraham’s House Charity - https://abrahamshouse.net/

Tasha Layton is "in the house," talking about her new song, "Never," and how it's a reminder that she is never forsaken, and always safe in God's hands. Do you need that reminder today?

It was like a four-hour group hug for our heroes this Saturday! A winter clothing and food drive on behalf of veterans in need happened at the American Legion at 117 6th Ave. S. in Edmonds. YOU showed up with bags and boxes filled with love in the form of warm coats, blankets, groceries, and MORE. All the donations will bless the Hero's Cafe in Lynnwood. Erica popped by and got to meet so many amazing veterans, including Mark Bjorndal, who was on the morning show today. Hear from Mark now and Jessica with Project Serve too, who was there serving up delicious cocoas and coffees - made with freshly ground beans of course!

Hero's Cafe:
https://www.lynnwoodwa.gov/Community/Community-Engagement/Veterans-Services-Programs-New/Heros-Caf%C3%A9

Project Serve: https://www.instagram.com/projectserveoutreach/

It was like a four-hour group hug for our heroes this Saturday! A winter clothing and food drive on behalf of veterans in need happened at the American Legion at 117 6th Ave. S. in Edmonds. YOU showed up with bags and boxes filled with love in the form of warm coats, blankets, groceries, and MORE. All the donations will bless the Hero's Cafe in Lynnwood. Erica popped by and got to meet so many amazing veterans, including Mark Bjorndal, who was on the morning show today. Hear from Mark now and Jessica with Project Serve too, who was there serving up delicious cocoas and coffees - made with freshly ground beans of course!

Hero's Cafe:
https://www.lynnwoodwa.gov/Community/Community-Engagement/Veterans-Services-Programs-New/Heros-Caf%C3%A9

Project Serve: https://www.instagram.com/projectserveoutreach/

Get ready to stick your eyes on a masterpiece! Rudy Willingham whipped up a portrait of retired Coach Pete Carroll using $100 worth of chewing gum. Why gum? Because Coach Carroll had a habit of chomping gum during games, of course! This sweet masterpiece now resides on Seattle's famous gum wall, residing as an epic piece of gumtastic art. Stop by and check it out!

Voice Worship is a worship collective made up of mostly local worship pastors and leaders right here in the PNW, and I can't wait for you to meet our special guests Canaan Baca and Gospel Chidi. They are here to chat up their song “More Like Jesus” and they get such a good surprise!

“As a firefighter, you don’t drive by a problem.” ~Lt. Roger Webber

Our heroes were on the move last weekend when it was freezing cold in Seattle! The Big Red Bus, otherwise known as a Medical Ambulance Bus (MAB), is run by volunteers from the Seattle Fire Department and Health One. Their goal is to take care of the people and they do it by offering hot calories, like cups of soup, a kind word, and a ride to the shelter or the hospital. Lieutenant Roger Webber and Public Information Officer David Cuerpo from the Seattle Fire Department are our very special guests today.

Join Erica and two of our heroes for a conversation that will warm up your heart and make you want to hug a hero.

More about Health One: https://www.seattle.gov/fire/safety-and-community/mobile-integrated-health/health-one

Erica chatted this morning with Kellie Lewis, a superwoman from the Edmonds Food Bank. With the recent icy temps, the need for food assistance has skyrocketed. But, wait for it, Kellie shares a feel-good tale of a family that went above and beyond by gathering over 500 paper bags for the food bank to use! When serving 1000 families in one week, you go through bags fast, so this was a huge gift of time from Stephanie Westling, her kids Olivia and Winter, AND the community who donated the bags.

Rich Simms is living out LOUD for Jesus with REACH Ministry and Hope is Alive church in Pioneer Square in Seattle.

Reach Ministry Website: https://www.reachministry.org/

Sam Kelly talks about a book she loves called The Color of God. Born from an actual conversation between the author and her son, this amazingly illustrated picture book paints a beautiful picture of diversity by exploring the abundance of color in God's creation; showing that differences in our skin color was part of His perfect plan from the beginning of time.Listen to learn more about this book!

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Erica sat down with Ben Malcolmson, who worked with Seattle Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll for 14 years. The words Ben uses to describe Pete come as no surprise: consistency, clarity of identity, positive influence, fun-loving nature, and competitive spirit. We love getting this window of insight into the man we have loved as our head coach all these years. We're going to miss him.

Let's talk about Gretchen Witt, the cookie queen who started Cookies for Kids Cancer to raise dough for pediatric cancer research. Her cookie crusade began when her dear son battled cancer, and now it's gone global. Locally, they've teamed up with Seattle Children's Hospital, one of their seven awesome partners.

Click PLAY for some sweet inspiration.

We're diving into a heart-to-heart chat with the talented songbird, Natalie Layne (Sarah Taylor does the ultimate audio-bomb)! They connect on happiness, honesty, faith, and of course, the musical journey that Natalie is on.

Click PLAY to listen!

Here's some wise advice from Chief Jay Wiseman at Snoqualmie Pass Fire and Rescue: if you're not up for a snowy drive, better stay put and wait for the weather to clear. But if you must hit the road, pack those essentials and stick to the speed limit.Click PLAY to hear more.

Meet Nathan Ray, the hero who coordinates the Marysville Cold Shelter, and keeps our unhoused friends warm and cozy during chilly times. But, it's not just about providing a roof and a warm bed. Volunteers often become like family to guests, creating a bond of understanding and empathy. That's why the shelter proudly recorded over 3000 volunteer hours last year!

To volunteer: email Nathan@lincNW.org

A huge shoutout to the Marysville Laundry Station too, for being the ultimate wingman and offering their machines for FREE to the Marysville Cold Shelter, so they can deep clean and sanitize everything for their guests!

Three WSDOT workers found a bag of wrapped gifts on Christmas Eve and took to Facebook to find the owner. Find out what happened and why Madi Hilliard from WSDOT called the experience like a "Hallmark movie."

Rich Simms is living out LOUD for Jesus with REACH Ministry and Hope is Alive church in Pioneer Square in Seattle.

“Night to Shine" is an unforgettable prom night experience, centered on God’s love, for people with special needs, ages 14 and older. Sponsored by the Tim Tebow Foundation at Northshore Community Church.

Sign up to volunteer here.

Well, hello there and welcome aboard to Flight 2024.We’re prepared to take off into a brand new year, so once you’re settled, we’ll pull away from the gate.Please take a moment and make sure your attitude and blessings are secured and locked in an upright position. All self-destructive devices should be turned off at this time. All negativity, hurt and discouragement should be put away. Should we lose attitude under pressure during the flight, reach up and pull down a prayer. Prayers will be automatically activated by faith. Once your faith is activated, you can then assist other passengers. And just a reminder, there’s no baggage allowed on this flight. Should you require any assistance, please let your DJ know. Oh, looks like the captain has cleared us for liftoff. So sit back, relax, and lift your spirit.

Erika Bowie, from the Leavenworth Reindeer Farm, joins Erica for all things reindeer! Get the update on Cupid, a baby reindeer who underwent a lifesaving surgery at Washington State University, and get the details on the build out of a Geodesic Projection Dome to simulate the Northern Lights and reindeer herds from around the world! The farm will be open through mid-February so stop by and enjoy, without all the crazy Christmas crowds!!

Pastor Ben Sterciuc, joins Erica to talk about his recent trip to Israel. He explained that he went to show solidarity with the people of Israel and to provide both spiritual and material support. His organization, Vital Solutions, provided food, water, clothing, and financial aid to displaced families. They also distributed Christmas gifts to Jewish and Arab children in the Nazareth area. Despite the difficult circumstances, Pastor Ben described the experience as incredibly meaningful and impactful. Click to listen to be inspired and hear his prayer for the people of Israel, particularly the hostages in Gaza, and for peace in the region.

I was so excited when I stopped by Fred Meyer on Saturday and I heard the Salvation Army band playing outside. I felt the Christmas Spirit in a beautiful way. Today I'm sitting with those very same musical-gift-givers! Find out what happens to the money that is collected in the Red Kettle, and hear a story of one family in particular who was impacted.

Click PLAY for a great conversation and joyful music!* To give to the Salvation Army, click here.

Erica sits down with actress Elizabeth Tabish (Mary Magdalene in the "The Chosen") over Zoom for an emotional conversation about her character on The Chosen. She also shares her new role in the movie "The Shift", a modern retelling of the story of Job.

Guest: Elizabeth Tabish, who plays Mary Magdalene on The Chosen, and Molly in the new movie, The Shift.
* How to watch The Chosen for Free * About the Shift

Erica sits down with one of our very own here at SPIRIT 105.3 for a beautiful testimony of faith. Jordan recently had his car stolen, and despite that unfortunate event, Jordan maintains a positive outlook and calmness through his faith in God. He explains that the lesson is in not panicking but trusting in God's plan.Click PLAY for this faith boost!

Brant is here to introduce his Hanson's Holiday Helpline, a service to answer holiday-themed questions. Listener Noah risked it all and called in to ask when he should start listening to Christmas music. Brant's answer is not helpful. In fact, Sherri finds the holiday helpline to be more of a scolding service.

Brant calls it a tough love approach.

When someone asks you this, what are they really asking?

Do you have presents thought up, bought and wrapped? Is your baking done? Is your house clean and decorated? Have you been working out and eating only one or two cookies? Is your calendar squared away and do you feel confident to make conversation with people around a veggie tray?

The question flusters me every time, because no. None of that. Not even one. And the poor person who asked. They are just making conversation. So why do I freeze like a person who just got a failing grade on the Christmas Checklist report card?

Advent means "coming." Instead of looking at it like a deadline where so many things need to be done before I can get there, I want to look at it with anticipation and excitement. It's exactly because

I can't get everything done that He came.

Christmas Day is not a finish line. It's a celebration of the great relief that came to us in the form of a baby who would carry all the messed up, heavy, hurt, broken parts of us, who would bind them up with his sacrifice and love and who would transform them to glory with His resurrection.

Relief. Rest. Righteousness. Health. Balance. Acceptance. Grace. Joy. LOVE so big and unconditional that it died for you. And rose again.

All the things Jesus' birth means. Am I ready to celebrate that? Am I ready to accept the gift of this?

"Are you ready for Christmas?"

I'm so ready.

Erica chats with Ray to see how he is feeling after winning the SPIRIT 105.3 Secret Sound. There is a beautiful message here for each of us.

Congratulations Ray on winning the Secret Sound with the winning guess: "Opening a can of cranberries."

Click PLAY to listen to this wonderful man who
1) rescues puppies
2) has a twin brother who's a single dad (that's who he's gifting the extra $1,000 to!), and
3) thanks his wife and has a heart full of gratitude!

Ray, we are so happy for you!

*The Secret Sound will return on Monday, January 8th, with $1,050 already in the United Faith Mortgage piggy bank!

It's here! The director's cut of the secret sound clue has been revealed. Listen here and share with a friend to double your chances of getting through to guess and win!

Mostly we don't like to be disturbed, but sometimes being disturbed is a good thing. This is a prayer from Sir Francis Drake. He was an English sea captain who lived a long time ago.

He wrote this prayer:

“Disturb us, Lord, when we are too well pleased with ourselves,
when our dreams have come true because we have dreamed too little,
when we arrive safely because we sailed too close to the shore.Disturb us, Lord, when with the abundance of things we possess,
we have lost our thirst for the waters of life, having fallen in love with life,
we have ceased to dream of eternity, and in our efforts to build a new earth,
we have allowed our vision of the new heaven to dim.Disturb us, Lord, to dare more boldly, to venture on wider seas,
where storms will show your mastery, where losing sight of land, we shall find the stars.
We ask you to push back the horizon of our hopes, and to push us into the future in strength, courage, hope, and love.
This we ask in the name of our Captain, who is Jesus Christ. ”
― Sir Francis Drake

Naomi Rain from Maverick City Music, sits down with Erica to reflect on the true meaning of Christmas and looks ahead to what 2024 holds.

Click PLAY to find hope for this holiday season, and for 2024.

Listen to a brand new Secret Sound clue for your opportunity to win the United Faith Mortgage Piggy Bank!!
* Listen to a brand new Secret Sound clue, and your opportunity to win the United Faith Mortgage Piggy Bank!!Here are a few extra ways you can enhance your chances of winning:

Tune in for all 3 daily contest times: 8:30a, 12:30p, and 3:30p (Don’t forget you can listen on our Website or via the mobile app if you are on the go!)
Wait until the DJ gives the cue to call. The contest line is not open until they say, “It’s time to play!”
Listen to the sound each time it’s played. The more you hear it, the better chance you have to guess it correctly!
Compare your guess with the previously guessed answers on our Secret Sound page.
Share the contest times with friends, coworkers, and family. The more people on your team, the more chances you might be the right caller. Who knows? Maybe you can make a deal to split the Piggy Bank if you guess correctly
Join the SPIRIT Secret Sound Text club to find out about BONUS Chances to win. Text “SOUND” to 89419.

Snohomish County's First Responders from various agencies came together with local service members to spread holiday cheer at Arlington's Annual Holidays with Heroes Event.

Chief Jonathan Ventura from the Arlington Police Department is Erica's special guest and shares about this heartwarming experience!

The lights are on and beautiful, and the cocoa is hot and full of marshmallows. And this year you're going to want to bring your ice skates. Holiday Magic is in full swing at the Washington State Fairgrounds and Stacey from the Fair is hanging out with us.

Click PLAY to catch the magical Christmas happening in Puyallup this year.

Debbie Christian, the director of the Auburn Food Bank, received an unexpected donation of $800,000 from an anonymous donor! A blessing that knocked their socks right off.

Click PLAY for all the details.

The cast of "A Charlie Brown Christmas" from Taproot Theatre is here and discussing their roles and experiences in this wonderful show. Find out about the sensory-friendly performances, which are designed to be more comfortable for those with sensory sensitivities. Oh the memories, hope and love that "A Charlie Brown Christmas" production brings.

Join me in getting behind the scenes scoop from this wonderful cast of characters!

I heard about "The Chosen" for a long time before I ever watched an episode. And forgive the pun, because a bunch of the people Jesus chose to follow Him were fishermen, but I was HOOKED immediately! This show found a place in my heart, and I can honestly say that every time I watch it, I feel closer to Jesus. How can a TV show do this? Well, the writing is wonderful; so connective and innovative. And funny! You'll smile or weep, depending on the episode. You'll see yourself in one or many of the characters, promise. Director Dallas Jenkins and his team are breaking the mold of the constantly serious, contemplative Jesus and painting, I believe, a picture of what He was really like while He lived on earth. Our Lord got tired, His feet needed washing, He built a fire to stay warm. He's a smiling Jesus. His kindness and compassion and love absolutely all radiate from your smartphone or TV screen. And here is where I must give credit to the gifted actor, Jonathan Roumie, who plays Jesus. I'm amazed and delighted to tell you that he's with us on the show today.

Take a listen. Even if you don't believe in God, one of the things we talk about is how they receive letters from atheists who appreciate the show. Perhaps you'll watch the first episode (it's even on Netflix now) and see what everyone is talking about. And email me your thoughts - I'd love to hear from you - Mornings@SPIRIT1053.com.
And if you're a seeker, I want you to know... God believes in YOU!

You are Loved, Erica

Taproot Theater is offering sensory-friendly performances of A Charlie Brown Christmas this holiday season! The theater aims to make the experience pleasurable and fun for everyone by increasing lighting in the seating area, lowering the sound, selling fewer tickets to allow more space between patrons, and allowing attendees to bring fidget toys and electronic devices with headphones. The initiative is part of Taproot Theater's efforts to make the show accommodating, relaxing, and special for all.

Geneva’s path to homelessness and incarceration began at an early age. “I started smoking pot at 13,” she says. “When I was in my 20s, I started doing meth, and my husband was very abusive. He liked to hit on me all the time, and beat on me, and for my escape I used drugs.”

Geneva doesn’t allow her past to bring her down now. “There are so many things from my past that I would like to change, but I know God was there with me the whole time ... He carried me.”

Geneva loves her life now, and she loves giving back through her job at the Mission. “Since I’ve been through the program, I can relate really well to (women in the program), and I just love having a relationship with them … I’m actually relaxed when I talk to people about my story because my mess is a message.”

We are happy to announce our second Home for the Holidays Winner,
Mehgan!

After moving away from her home state of Connecticut in 2018, Mehgan is reuniting with her little sister, Kelly! Kelly is in the midst of a difficult divorce and has no family nearby, so we are especially excited to reunite this sister duo for the holidays.

Here is what Mehgan shared about her sister:
I moved away from my home state of CT, to CA in 2018...We are now in WA state. My brother moved to VA in 2019. Then my mom passed in 2021, leaving my little sister alone in CT, with no family. On top of that, after 12 years of marriage, she is going thru a devastating divorce, and has no children. She is completely alone and my heart breaks for her. I'd love for her to spend Christmas with me, my husband and our 2 young boys here in WA.

Congratulations Mehgan! Wishing you and your family a very special Christmas!

Click PLAY below to listen to the phone call between Sarah and Mehgan, letting her know that she won.

Erica sits down with Matt Leach, to talk about Steve Pool, Seattle's beloved and renowned weather forecaster. Steve began his career as an intern at KOMO in 1974 and later became a full-time employee. He won seven Emmy awards and was a regular on Good Morning America. Steve was known for his love for people, considering his viewers as friends. Matt was inspired by Steve as a child and later interned for him; an opportunity that impacted him so much that Matt is now the Chief Meteorologist in Fort Wayne, Indiana.

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If you are a mom, you've got that superpower. There is someone who needs you today.

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Headed to Seatac? Erica chat with Perry Cooper, Media Relations Manager to get the scoop and tips to get you through safe and sound.

Our friends at Seattle's Union Gospel Mission are in need of a miracle this Thanksgiving. Erica talks with Brian Chandler, Director of External Affairs for the Mission about their need and how you can help.

We are happy to announce our first Home for the Holidays Winner,
Elanna from Port Orchard!

After spending 15 Christmases apart, Elanna is finally reuniting with her mother! This will also be her son's first holiday with family, making this reunion even more exciting!

Here is what Elanna shared with us about her mom:

"My mom lived in England for 13 years she just moved to California. I haven't spent a holiday with her in 15 years and my 11 year old son has never spent a Christmas with her. I'm a single mom and cannot afford to buy plane tickets. My mom really wanted to buy us plane tickets but she has been out of work. It would make me and my son's Christmas to be with our family."

We're so happy for you Elanna, and wish you, your son, and your Mom a very special Christmas!

Special thanks to Fischer Plumbing and Robert Gardner Roofing for reuniting families this holiday season.

Guest: Annette Smiley, Director, Women and Children’s Enhanced Shelter

Seattle's Union Gospel Mission has partnered with a project called Portraits of Hope. Annette Smiley, director of the Women and Children's Enhanced Shelter, explains that the project involves a group of stylists and makeup artists, helping women in recovery programs to dress up and take a portrait. These portraits can be used as Christmas cards to send to family members. The project has been a blessing to so many, one that Annette has been witness to in seeing the hope and restoration it brings.

Logan Cain, from the band Cain, sat down with me for a chat about the joys of being a father to his two little girls, what's on his plate at Thanksgiving, and the gratitude that he's feeling from this year. We're such huge fans of Logan and his sisters and can't wait to see them in concert this Saturday!

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A recent break-in at Pursuit Northwest happened this last weekend where computers, tech gear, files, and speakers were stolen. Despite the shock and disappointment, the church decided to hold service as usual, with the congregation rallying in support. Pastor Russ sits down with Erica and shares how God can bring good out of bad situations.

Jen Ervig from the Grove Church in Marysville shares with Erica about the church's ministry, Champions Club, which caters to children with special needs. This Sunday was an absolutely moving experience when one of the Champion kids got baptized. In order to accommodate the child's sensitivity to noise, instead of cheering, the congregation snapped their fingers in celebration!

This conversation is a glimpse of what it's like to love someone who serves our country so bravely and faithfully. Join my friend Stephanie and I as we talk about how she's trusting God... and how much the hug she got this week from her hero son, Alex, meant to her! Click PLAY to feel extra grateful for our heroes this Thanksgiving season.

Here's something to put a smile on your face! John uses music to create an uplifting experience for his Uber passengers, which hasn't hurt his Uber ratings... resulting in 5-star reviews! John has tapped into the power of music to create an atmosphere of comfort and joy in the backseat of his car. As one of our biggest fans, Erica surprised him with concert tickets as a token of appreciation! Click PLAY to find out what concert he'll be going to!

Director Adam Anders joins Erica to discuss his new Christmas movie, "Journey to Bethlehem." The film took 17 years to make(!), and is a musical retelling of the Christmas story, inspired by Adam's desire for a fresh, engaging take on the nativity. He hopes the film will remind people of the true meaning of Christmas and spark conversations about faith. The cast includes Joel Smallbone from for KING & COUNTRY, who plays Herod's firstborn son.

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You’ve heard of the 12TH man, but have you heard of the 4th man? There’s a story in the Bible about 3 faithful men, Shadrach, Meschach, and Abednego, who were thrown into a fire for refusing to worship a golden statue. Witnesses were shocked to see all 3 men walking in the fire unharmed … with a 4th Man. It was Jesus. And He is walking with you in the fires of life today too.

My amazing friend Tisha Lehfeldt is experiencing this miracle in her life right now. You'll hear her mention the story from Daniel chapter three at the beginning of our chat. Tisha’s made it to the top of physical mountains for years and still does, although she needs to take breaks for now. Here at the end of 2023, she is also bravely climbing a spiritual mountain with Jesus by her side. Her faith will breathe life into your own. I can promise you that after you spend a little time with Tisha the Brave, you'll feel more courageous about the spiritual mountain in front of you. And, OH, you’re gonna wanna hang out with Jesus more! Join Tisha and I for a heaven-invading conversation that will fill you to overflow with hope in the Lord.

You are Loved,
Erica

I LOVE this so much! Kim Bailey is the perfect example of someone Catching the Spirit. She is the owner of Pickles Deli on Whidbey Island, and provides healthy food options for people in her community. She also started the Island Neighbor Fund, and allows customers to order a simple sandwich and charge it to the Island Neighbor account if they cannot afford to buy a meal. The community can also donate to the fund and the response has been overwhelming. We'd love for you to get to know Kim, and what's happening there on Whidbey.

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Erica sits down with Steven McWhorter, a former meth addict turned worship leader, and shares his transformative journey from addiction to redemption. He's also the amazing artist who brings you the song, "Come Jesus Come."

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Lindsay Gagnon oversees the Snohomish and Monroe cold weather shelters, and she sat down with Erica about the challenges of mobilizing volunteers and ensuring supplies were ready, and the new site in Monroe. There are increasing struggles for people experiencing homelessness, many of whom have jobs but cannot afford rent. The shelters provide meals, winter wear, laundry services, and connection to social workers and year-round services.Click PLAY for more.* Guest: Lynsey Gagnon, Executive Director, Community Resource Centers, Volunteers of America Western Washington

Guest: Pastor Jesse from Grace Community Church in Auburn / Host of the brand-new Bonfire Podcast on Purposely.

In a special edition of Faith Filter, Pastor Jesse Bradley talks about his new book, "The Power of the Second Thought". The concept of the second thought is about recognizing and rejecting negative first thoughts, and intentionally replacing them with positive ones. It can cultivate hope and renew the mind.

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Do you have a question about faith that you’d love Pastor Jesse and Erica to talk about on the radio? Connect with Erica at Mornings@SPIRIT1053.com!Need Prayer? Leave your requests here.

Sally has been knitting hats for people in need, since 2001, and providing crocheted hats for the past three years, for Project Serve. Though she battles arthritis, she finds joy helping others, and making the hats give her a sense of purpose. Sally's selfless acts have made a significant impact on her community. Click PLAY to find out more!* Project Serve on Instagram | Facebook

Sam's sweet daughter, Zoe, recently gave a speech on Down Syndrome, something she knows quite a bit about as she was born with it. Listen as she shares how people with Down Syndrome have the same desires and capabilities as everyone else and find out how one particular classmate responded.

Erica chats with Micah Tyler about the message of his new song, how God's promises remain constant even when life is challenging, and how he stays hopeful in difficult times.

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Cindy Tobeck, a giant pumpkin grower from Tumwater, shares her passion for growing the biggest pumpkins and squashes in the world today. She fell in love with growing pumpkins as a kindergartner when her family moved to an old dairy farm in East Olympia. For the last eight years she's grown them for competitions. Cindy, also known as the "pumpkin queen!"

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“Your life as a Christian should make nonbelievers question their disbelief in God.” ~Dietrich Bonhoeffer

They’re saying it’s a miracle that this movie even exists. You can witness a series of real-life miracles when you go see “Beyond Utopia” in theaters, only TODAY. It’s a geopolitical thriller that chronicles the true story of how one pastor helped one thousand people escape from the oppression of North Korea. The footage and the peril is real… as are the miracles. Join Pastor Kim, who they call a modern-day Dietrich Bonhoeffer, Director Madeleine Gavin, Interpreter Sunny Parker, and Erica for a conversation that will fill you with courage and have you thanking God for your freedom… and praying for those who are not yet free. “The greatest risks are the ones we take for each other.”

Erica talks to Alisa Vitello, who organized an event called "I Can and I Will" run. It includes a 5K, 10K, and kids event and was inspired to create it after her daughter was diagnosed with a condition requiring weekly enzyme replacement therapy. Her daughter's bravery in dealing with her condition and overcoming her fear of needles inspired the mantra "I can and I will."

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Who’s ready to shake rattle and roll?! Steven Friederich from the Washington Emergency Management Division joins me again to talk about the Great Washington Shakeout, the annual earthquake preparedness event happening tomorrow at 10:19am. He explains the importance of the "drop, cover, hold on" technique during an earthquake, debunks the old advice of standing in a doorway, and gives details on the My Shake app.

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When things fall to pieces, we can be a relief to those in need. God has given us an abundance in life compared to so many. We can be a tangible & spiritual help to bring encouragement, comfort and a safe harbor of hope.

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Stephanie O'Farrell from AllMomDoes is talking all things Thanksgiving with me today, and it's making me H-U-N-G-R-Y. She and her husband decided to cook everything themselves this year, and wanted to do a test run to figure out quantities and test new recipes... and it turned out to be a HUGE success.

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P.S. Stephanie's friends and relatives were all pleased with the idea of not having to bring anything to the dinner!

Erica spent time with Mark Hall from Casting Crowns, discussing his joy of being a grandparent, his love for family, and his commitment to his faith and youth ministry. They talk about his upcoming movie and the heartbreaking war in Israel.

Grab a cup of coffee and listen in.

Nick Caalim from Life Center is organizing a fun community event called Sugar Rush on October 27th. It features decorated booths, candy collections for kids, and interactive scenes from popular franchises like Star Wars and superheroes. The event aims to be accessible to all, including those in wheelchairs- All are welcome! Nick is passionate about recognizing kids as a vital part of the church community, not just its future.

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Stephanie Nelson talks with Erica about the importance of pursuing dreams at any age, and how God can use our experiences and wisdom as we age. Having a sense of purpose and helping others are keys to happiness.

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Guest: Stephanie Nelson, Author of Imagine More ~ Do what You Love, Discover Your Potential*

Erica chats with Reed Haggerty from the Fauntroy Fall Festival. The festival was started in 2002 as a response to the fear and uncertainty following the 9/11 attacks, and providing a safe space for the community to gather during uncertain times. A wonderful story of bringing communities together.

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Trey Kullman joins Erica for a conversation on family discipleship. He and a couple buddies have written a book that combines Bible time with video games and was created to help parents engage their children in faith-based conversations. This is a great option to stay engaged spiritually with your kids, and encourages your kids to grow the habit of being connected in the Word.

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Guest: Trey Kullman, one of the dads, Co-Author of Faith Builder Catechism: Devotions To Level Up Your Family Discipleship!

Carrie Kay, director of the Food Pantry at Life Center Church in Tacoma, has seen the need for food assistance grow since the onset of Covid. They provide groceries: vegetables, fruit, dairy, and protein to those in need, but it's also a place that's more than just food - they are offering hope.

Learn more about their food pantry, food bank, and clothing bank stocked and ready to help those in need across Pierce County here: https://www.lifecenter.com/cares/

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We love a good love story, and Jenna and Robert shared their unique one with Erica, which involved a rescue of 33 rabbits. They discovered the rabbits living in a small hutch, and knew they needed to negotiate to buy them from the owners. The best part? This rescue operation happened to coincide with Robert's plan to propose to Jenna... Click PLAY for a wonderful love story!

Bunny Rescue Website

Erica chats with author of "Surprised by Oxford," Carolyn Weber. The book, now a movie, is a powerful conversion story about a woman who found Jesus at Oxford University. She discusses her love of asking questions in order to explore answers together, such as, Who is God to you? Questions are invitational!

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Surprised by Oxford: A Memoir

Victor shares details about winning $6,300 in the Secret Sound yesterday. He calls the win a God Shot!

Kim Gorney from Washington Kids in Transition spoke with Erica about their initiative to help homeless children in the Edmonds area. Currently, they are hosting a drive to provide about 600 bags filled with hygiene and toiletry kits to students struggling with homelessness. The kits include items like shampoo, conditioner, deodorant, razors, and sanitary supplies, and the teens are especially impacted by this and are so thankful. It's a HUGE boost to their self-esteem and helps make them feel good about themselves.

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Congratulations Victor on winning the Secret Sound with the winning guess: "a recliner." This was such a fun call and he has the best laugh! Victor shares that he's going to use the money to pay some bills and to give to the homeless shelter. We are so happy for you!

Click PLAY to listen to the call.

*The Secret Sound will return on Tuesday, October 10th, with $525 already in the United Faith Mortgage piggy bank!

My heart melted when I opened the Seattle Times and saw an article about people helping people in our city. I had the privilege to talk with Chris Miller from SDOT about the Neighbors Helping Neighbors - Snow Shoveling Program in Seattle. This is amazing - The program was launched in response to calls from residents unable to clear their sidewalks during winter weather events, often hindering access to critical medical appointments. The program is in need of volunteers! To sign up, click HERE.

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Joy is a permanent sense of God's presence.

Darren from We Are Messengers is here and talking about the importance of joy and faith in our lives with Erica. He shares about the deep sense of joy he's found in the last couple of years, and the power of witnessing the impact of God during their shows. Also, and we're loving this, Darren and his wife are in the process of becoming American citizens!

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Do you have tickets for the concert yet? Details & Tix here

Erica and Suzy are talking all things Crazy Hair, the upcoming True Girl event in Tacoma. If you've never been with your tween daughter, this is a must-go-to event, designed to foster connection and open communication between mothers and tween daughters. The event is packed with music, games, humor, and teachings of God's truth. Suzy emphasizes the importance of these events in shaping young girls' beliefs and thoughts based on God's Word.

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Erica chats with Doug from See You at the Pole, an annual event where students gather at their school's flagpole to pray. It takes place on the fourth Wednesday of September (Tomorrow people!!) and has been held in 66 countries. It's an amazing time to help students identify each other as Christians, and serves as a springboard for them to continue praying and sharing their faith.

Click PLAY for empowerment for the pole!

Here is part 2 of Erica's interview with Sally and Larry McNabb, the joy-fillers known for driving around with a giant giraffe in their backseat. Both Sally and Larry share their personal stories of overcoming childhood trauma and depression through faith and therapy. Their belief in God and their ability to reframe their thinking to see blessings rather than trials has been a gamechanger.

Sweet Sprinkles has bridged a gap as a conversation starter for them to share their faith and offer prayers for others. A true testament to the hope and joy that can be found even after experiencing hardship.

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Seth Bolt from NEEDTOBREATHE joins Erica for a great discussion on the joys of becoming a new dad, and how it's given him a new perspective on life, and his relationship with God. AND, find out what the inspiration behind their song "Fall On Me" is!!

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Sally McNabb and her husband Larry drive around in their red convertible with a giant stuffed giraffe named Sprinkles. The giraffe was initially bought for their daughter's bedroom, but Sally found it amusing to have it in the backseat of her car, bringing smiles and laughter to people. Despite the weather conditions, Sally continues to drive around with the giraffe, stating that if someone were to steal it, they probably needed it more than she did.

Click PLAY for a SPRINKLE of JOY today!

Sweet Katy Nicole discusses her song "Hold On" with Erica, and shares how it was inspired by her personal struggles with physical health issues and mental health challenges, including severe anxiety and depression. Her song is a message of hope for us, and a reminder that there is purpose in the pain, and something better is on the other side of our current struggles.

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“The resurrection of Jesus isn’t just a historical event to be commemorated. It’s a spiritual reality to be experienced every day in the lives of those who believe.” ~Pastor Max Lucado’s words that half-sparked Jordan’s song, “The King Is Alive!”

Jordan Feliz is in the house to talk about his upcoming concert with Colton Dixon! Find out the inspiration behind his song "The King is Alive," his family's spiritual practices, and an update on his father's health after a fall.

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Erica chats with Rabbi Jason today, a Messianic Jew and author of the book "Signs and Secrets of the Messiah." He shares his personal encounter with Jesus, which led him to his faith and transformed his life. A wonderful conversation to listen in on!

Click PLAY for a special dose of HOPE today.

Mr. Rogers once said, "When I was a boy and I would see scary things in the news, my mother would say to me, look for the helpers."

When something terrible happens in our world, God always taps people to go and be his messengers of hope and light. And one of them is with us today... Sil Wong from Empact Northwest! She's one of our favorites.

Click PLAY to find out how she and her team were a bolt of light to the people on Maui.

We're talking with Fire Marshal, Jaret Vosburgh this morning as he reflects on how the impact 9/11 had on his decision to become a full-time firefighter, and how the selfless service of those who sacrificed their lives inspired him.

Guest: Pastor Jesse from Grace Community Church in Auburn and host of the brand-new Bonfire podcast on Purposely.

Erica and Pastor Jesse discuss their memories of the 9/11 attacks and the heroes who gave their lives that day. They reflect on the bravery of Todd Beamer who famously said "Let's roll," before attempting to regain control of Flight 93. Pastor Jesse shares his personal connection to the tragedy, having lost a college teammate in the attacks. Faith in times of tragedy is vital, and God can bring good out of terrible situations. That faith can inspire courage and selflessness.

Click PLAY to dive a little deeper today!

Chris Stevens from Hood Canal Community Church, was spotted by Erica at Pike Place Market offering free prayers! Get the scoop on that goodness and also find out what he had to say about the impact of playing SPIRIT 105.3 at work!

Colton Dixon joins Erica today, discussing his new song "My Light," inspired by Psalm 119. He shares about the importance of spending time with God daily, his love for pumpkin spice lattes, and his twin daughters who have reignited his love for life. This convo also lights a fire for us in anticipation of Colton and Jordan Feliz' upcoming concert!

Click PLAY to be illuminated today!

Guest: Pastor Jesse from Grace Community Church in Auburn and host of the brand-new Bonfire podcast on Purposely.Erica and Pastor Jesse talk about the mixed emotions that come with the start of a new school year, for both parents and children, and has suggestions to help navigate the stress. He also recommends choosing a Bible verse to carry in your heart throughout the day, such as "perfect love drives out fear", to help combat anxiety.

Click PLAY to dive a little deeper today!

Cristen from Urban Whey, a restaurant in Mill Creek, shares the story of how she and her two friends started their restaurant, inspired by their love for cheese and charcuterie. And get the scoop on how they partnered with Reach Ministry and Eastside Church to provide lunches for the homeless!

Click PLAY for a serving of hope & community... and maybe a little charcuterie!

We're HUGE fans of Cody Carnes here! Take a listen as he discusses with Erica his song, "Firm Foundation," which was written during a period of anxiety and panic attacks. That song helped him transform his feelings of fear into hope and faith in Jesus. Listen for his message on the importance of praising God even in difficult times, as it helps to lift perspective and pass through the valley moments.

Click PLAY for a foundational punch of hope & inspiration.

Ethan from Convoy of Hope is on his way to Florida to provide aid for Hurricane Idalia (They're already on Maui), bringing essential relief supplies such as food, water, tarps, and cleaning supplies. Beyond physical supplies, their team is also bringing hope and care to those affected by this disaster. Human touch, such as a comforting arm around the shoulder or a prayer, is often what people appreciate most, and they are sprinkling that everywhere they can.

Click PLAY to soak in HOPE today!

On Sunday, the Northshore Church Family didn’t meet… in a building. They met up at local schools to spruce up the campuses before the new year! Macy Dudenhoeffer from Northshore Church in Kirkland is our special guest this morning.

Join Macy and Erica for a conversation that will have you thinking outside the building too!

Do you struggle with a health diagnosis that is taking an emotional toll on you? Sam's cancer diagnosis has driven her to hide her pain from her children and others, finding it hard to deal with at times. One night, feeling overwhelmed, she went outside to talk to God.

Click PLAY to find out what happened next.

There was an angel on the Edmonds ferry this weekend! Was it you or do you know who it was? John Rousey, a very grateful son, is our special guest this morning. Join John and Erica for a conversation that will have you looking up.

And please email Erica if you know the angel: Mornings@SPIRIT1053.com.
Thank you!

Mountlake Terrace is really catching the SPIRIT! The MLT police department teamed up with Cedar Plaza Ace Hardware to right a wrong in our community. Mark Brown from Ace is our special guest this morning. Join Mark and Erica for a conversation that will make you smile as you remember that so often the good you do returns to you!

Welcome to our second FAITH FRIDAY! I’m delighted to tell you that every week, Pastor Jesse from Grace Community Church in Auburn will be joining us on the morning show!

Each Friday, we’ll be talking about what’s happening in our world through the lens of God’s Word. And we’d love to hear from you too! Please feel free to email us your question(s) directly here: Mornings@SPIRIT1053.com. Let me know if you’d like us to share your first name on the radio, or if you’d like to remain anonymous. :)

This week, as the election season starts to heat up, Pastor Jesse and I are focusing on how to disagree well as believers.

Click PLAY to dive a little deeper today!

Tomorrow is Faith and Family Day at T Mobile Park, so it’s the perfect time to get to know one of our M’s. Starting pitcher Logan Gilbert is our special guest this morning! Join Logan and Erica and get to know #36.

Click PLAY to hear about how his relationship with Jesus is so important and more!

Go ahead, have a cow... a purple cow that is! The Evergreen Fair opens today which means it’s time to make memories with your family that will last forever. Rose Intveld from the Fair is our special guest this morning.

Join Rose and Erica for a conversation that will give you a hankering for purple cows and … and also touch your heart.

Click PLAY to hear what they’re doing on Tuesday morning for those who need a calmer, quieter Fair experience. 🙂

Think back to the summers of your childhood. Chances are, you pedaled your way to your friend’s houses, the pool, the convenience store for some candy, or even over to Grandma’s for ice cream. Remember the freedom you felt? Everything looks and feels different on the back of a bike. Lisette Wolter-McKinley from Seattle Refined fell in love with riding a bicycle again… and she’s our special guest today.

Join Lisette and Erica for a conversation that will have you nodding, and smiling, and on the hunt for your new thing to rediscover… who knows what it could lead to?

Click PLAY to GET STOKED for more fun in your life!

“God is with us… and we’re gonna walk through wilderness seasons. And I think that can change how we walk through those.” ~SPIRIT 105.Chris Cleveland, Stars Go Dim

Order a fresh iced coffee and join us in the newly renovated studio for a chat about memories made on the lake with your grandparents that last forever, remembering where God is in the “wilderness seasons,” and much more! Chris Cleveland from Stars Go Dim is our special guest today.

Join Chris and Erica for a conversation that will remember how loved you are and how close God is... ALWAYS.

She is a mama… familiar with the roller coaster of emotions we ride as summer melts into fall. Author Sharon Jaynes is our special guest today. Join Sharon and Erica for a chat that will boost your confidence about the new school year and encourage you to pray God’s Word over your kids!

Click PLAY for a battle plan.

Welcome to our very first FAITH FRIDAY! I’m delighted to tell you that every week, Pastor Jesse from Grace Community Church in Auburn will be joining us on the morning show!

Each Friday, we’ll be talking about what’s happening in our world through the lens of God’s Word. And we’d love to hear from you too! Please feel free to email us your question(s) directly here: Mornings@SPIRIT1053.com. Let me know if you’d like us to share your first name on the radio, or if you’d like to remain anonymous. :)

This week, Pastor Jesse and I are focusing on the devastating wildfires in Hawaii. We discuss:
1. Why does God allow natural disasters to happen? 2. How do you and I respond as believers when others suffer from something so hard for us to get our heads and hearts around?

Click PLAY to dive a little deeper today!

“Our firefighters will be cooking up a pancake and ham breakfast and they’ll have Krispy Kreme donuts and Starbucks coffee too.” -Snoqualmie Fire Association

Pass the syrup! The Snoqualmie Fire Association is hosting their Pancake Breakfast fundraiser TOMORROW, this Saturday, 8/19. The annual tradition is part of an eventful summer weekend… Snoqualmie Days are almost here! Cat Cotton, Snoqualmie Fire Dept Volunteer/EMT and Snoqualmie Firefighters Association Vice-President, is our special guest today.

Join Cat and Erica for a chat with a whole lot of heart.

"All we want to do is just make Jesus famous."
~Pastor Brandon Beals, Venture Church in Mill Creek

Wow. This is a story about God sparking generosity in the hearts of His kids. Our special guest today is Pastor Brandon Beals from Venture Church in Mill Creek. Join Brandon and Erica for a chat that will bring a smile to your heart... and make you want to put on a Hawaiian shirt too!

At Camp Sparkle, the kids and the people who love them aren’t unique because they have cancer or care about someone who does. They’re unique because of who they are. It’s a place where kids battling cancer and the people who love them get to shine, get to feel like everybody else, get a breather, and get a chance to focus on having FUN. Michelle Massey from Camp Sparkle is our guest today.

Join Michelle and Erica for a conversation that will make you smile from your heart and make you not want to “waste your makeup.”

“Our hearts break to see the devastation across Maui and all those affected by the fires. We’ve created the Maui Ohana pizza, and 100% of the proceeds will be donated to the Maui Food Bank. Available at all Tutta Bella locations, join us in our effort to help our Maui Family during this time. Mahalo.” ~Tutta Bella

The table of Hawaii’s family extends all the way to the Pacific Northwest. Joe Fugere, the owner of Tutta Bella, is our guest today.

Join two Italians, Joe and Erica, for a conversation about pineapple on pizza… and OHANA.

When the going gets tough, wherever the “going” is, the bravest among us say, I’LL GO! One of those very special people is our guest today. Sil Wong is on the ground In Maui with Empact Northwest. The worst wildfires in our nation’s history have ravaged this paradise and Sil is ready to rescue and relieve the people of her beloved home state. Join Sil and Erica for a conversation about how Hawaii is truly embracing one of their most beloved words: OHANA… it means FAMILY.

Have you ever freaked out when the plane you were on started to really shake, rattle, and roll? Yup. You’re not alone! It’s why a brand-new business exists. Captain Kyle, who started “Dial A Pilot,” is our special guest today. Join Kyle and Erica for a conversation that will leave you more informed and less freaked out next time you travel.

Click PLAY to breathe a bit easier on your next trip!

Leisa Chaney and her husband Kelly had just begun their much anticipated Hawaiian vacation when their power went out last Monday. Join Leisa as she talks with Sarah Taylor about what happened next, how Jesus presented them with opportunities during the evacuation to talk with others, and what her prayers are for locals on the Island.

There are things going on in the shadows of this world that I don’t want to think about. Unspeakable things. I would prefer to live in my bright, clean world, blissfully unaware of the evil incarnate playing out in dirty rooms and exotic locales around the globe.I rather like living in my comfortable home with the “stay cozy” throw pillow on my bed, the pictures of people I love on our fridge, the plaques of positivity on the walls, and the green bottle of dish detergent perched on my kitchen sink. And yet, it’s necessary to get uncomfortable sometimes; to mourn with those who mourn and weep with those who weep.

A few weeks ago, I watched the movie, “The Sound of Freedom.” I wept for the precious children enslaved in the dirty rooms and the exotic locales. I mourned with their parents. I wanted to throw up. I felt gutted, like every complaining thought was ripped from my heart. I closed my eyes and forced myself to open them again, to be a witness to their pain and suffering.

When I was a child, I ridiculously thought that when I closed my eyes, everyone around me disappeared. And as an adult, I realize how easy it is to think that if you shut your eyes to the evils in this world, they disappear. But they don’t. They grow like fungus in the darkness.

I want to bring the light to the shadows. Jesus promises in John 1:5 that, “The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness can never extinguish it.

”You and I can shine our light by watching this movie which exposes evil. And we can help stop human trafficking before it starts with prayer and financial support. Consider giving a financial gift to our sister ministry, World Concern. That’s part of the wonderful work they do in our world’s darkest places. We’ll talk about that on the show next week.

Today, Brandon Purdie, Head of Theatrical Distribution for Angel Studios, is our special guest. Join Brandon and I for a conversation about the movie and its impact. Click PLAY to open your eyes and your heart today. You are Loved, Erica* Click HERE to learn more about the movie * Help prevent human trafficking with our sister ministry by clicking HERE.

Talkin’ berries and pie on the show today as we enjoy the tailwinds of summer together! Blake Vanfield from Genuine Skagit Valley Farmstand Fresh is our special guest. Join Blake and Erica for a conversation as light and sweet as whipped cream on a dish of strawberries.

Click PLAY to feel thankful for our growers today!

This is a conversation about wild faith, waiting and trusting, and our wonderful God. SPIRIT 105.3 artist Patrick Mayberry is our very special guest today. Join Patrick and Erica for a chat that pairs well with iced coffee and a heart in need of rest by the peaceful stream of encouragement.

Click PLAY to feel like a precious little sheep in the tender care of a Very Good Shepherd.

Watch: Lead on Good Shepherd vid featuring Crowder

WOW!

For 1,712 days straight, he has moved 10,000 steps a day or more. That’s 21,911,193 steps… and 10,341.9 miles!

It’s hard to believe there was a time when he didn’t even want to move at all. In 2017, Gunnar Simonsen was “put-a-fork-in-me” done. But the Lord was far from being done working in Gunnar’s life.

Today, if you’re reading this and you feel like you’re at the end of your rope, my friend Dusty used to say - that’s just the hem of His garment. He’s right there! I encourage you to grab onto hope and listen to Gunnar’s story today. We pray it’ll spark your own comeback story!

You are Loved, Erica

Brant discusses three ways to deal with a narcissistic boss. If you have one, this conversation will be helpful, empowering and encouraging.

Click PLAY to listen now.

“Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a huge crowd of witnesses to the life of faith, let us strip off every weight that slows us down, especially the sin that so easily trips us up. And let us run with endurance the race God has set before us. We do this by keeping our eyes on Jesus, the Champion who initiates and perfects our faith. Because of the joy awaiting Him, He endured the cross, disregarding its shame. Now He is seated in the place of honor beside God’s throne.” ~Hebrews 12:1-2

Get ready to curl up in your fluffiest blanket with a mug of your favorite tea... because you are about to receive a bear hug from GOD! Susie Larson, author of the brand-new book, “Closer Than Your Next Breath,” is our very special guest today.

Join Susie and Erica for a conversation that will make you want to swim in the ocean of God’s grace, remember that He is good ALL the time, and to LIVE LOVED!

Click play to feel revived in spirit today.

Get ready to embark on a high-speed Navy Seal mission at Seafair - Yes, it’s virtual reality, but IT’S ALSO awesome! You can experience a high-speed extraction of Navy SEALS under fire in Seattle this weekend. Commander Clint Blankenship is our very special guest today. Join the Commander and Erica for a conversation about the Nimitz experience and how the Navy impacted his life. And prepare to climb aboard the Nimitz starting Friday!

“Don’t worry about anything; instead, pray about everything. Tell God what you need and thank Him for all He has done. Then you will experience God’s peace, which exceeds anything we can understand. His peace will guard your hearts and minds as you live in Christ Jesus.”
~Philippians 4:6-7

We all wonder what it might feel like to receive really bad news. Some of us don’t have to wonder. Others of us have heard the news and have experienced the unexplainable peace that the apostle Paul describes in the bible. My amazing friend heard some really bad news recently, and her peace and yes, even her joy, is as real as the doctor’s report. Luann Prater is our very special guest today. Join Luann and I for a conversation that will flip the script in your life from fear to faith.Today!

You are Loved, Erica

Eight years ago, Pastor Ben Sterciuc was flying over Seattle when God gave him a vision for the city. He's been rallying prayer warriors to join him ever since that moment, including you! Maybe you're receiving the prompt to pray every day at noon this summer. It's a quick prayer that will inspire you to pause for a moment and pray over your city and your family. If you'd like to receive this prompt, text PRAY to 89419.

And join us this August 27th, on the CRISTA campus here in Shoreline and let's celebrate the 100th day of prayer for Seattle! My daughter Hannah, from Calvary Arlington, will be leading worship and we're gonna look UP together and pray DOWN God's blessings over our city. I'd love to pray and worship with you IN PERSON! Put a night of worship on your google calendar this summer!

You are Loved, Erica

Get Ready to Bounce THE City! You’re gonna wanna put this on your summer bucket list! It’s a surreal, candy-colored wonderland featuring the largest ball pit on the planet, an obstacle course, giant slides, a huge birthday cake bouncer, a silent disco dome, and more! Tour Manager Noa is our special guest today.

Join Noa and Erica for a fast chat about all the fun you and your family are gonna have. Click PLAY for a quick bounce in your day!

God is on the move in our city - people are getting saved in Seattle! There was a Jesus Rally at Gas Works Park just days ago and one of our favorites is here to chat it up. Rich Simms from REACH Ministry and Hope is ALIVE Church in Pioneer Square is our special guest today.

Join Rich and Erica for a conversation that will have you praising the Lord.

Click PLAY for an espresso shot of Emerald City encouragement!

If you feel like a smartphone zombie, you are SO not alone! Get ready to wake up and smell the coffee of grace infused with the creamer of joy… cause Lisa Anderson is our special guest today. She’s the director of Boundless and young adults at Focus on the Family and host of the Boundless Show Podcast and always fun to connect with about all things meaningful.

Join Lisa and Erica for a conversation that will inspire you to try a digital detox. Click PLAY if you are feeling like a smartphone zombie!

The squeaky wheel gets oiled! Just days ago, the Humane Society for Tacoma and Pierce County Humane Society was overflowing with pets in need of forever homes. Their team asked for help, offered to waive adoptions, and our community said YES! We can make room in our hearts so you can make room in your kennels! Lindsey Heaney, the Director of Communications and Outreach for Tacoma Humane, is our special guest today. Join Lindsey and Erica for a conversation that will make you feel as HAPPY as a newly adopted pup!

Click PLAY for a smile.

This August 12th, almost every square inch of the Tacoma Dome will once again be filled with God’s love in the form of the unexpected - like sofas and dishes. For over 24 years, Abraham’s House Charity has been offering free furniture, household goods, flat screen TVs, and so much more to our neighbors in the Name of Jesus, Who paid it all. Tina Munger from Abraham's House Charity is our very special guest today. Join Tina and Erica for a conversation that will fill you in on the Festival of Giving and fill your heart with joy.

Click PLAY to get the GOOD goosebumps.
Find out how to bless others and how to get blessed here!

Congratulations to Sue! She is our grand prize winner of the outdoor fire pit, personalized s'more kit, and question connection game!

Here's her entry for her favorite summer memory:

My family of 5 would camp in a tent in the summer at Lake Kachees because my dad was a logger in the near by woods, and it gave him more family time instead of
driving to and from the work site. Nights by the lake were chilly and dad would heat rocks in the campfire, wrap in foil and towels to put in my brother's and my sleeping bags
to keep us warm. We kids loved the swimming and water skiing and didn't realize until much later the hard work of mom, cooking all meals over a camp fire and cleaning up
because no paper plates, etc., were used.

We are so happy for you and wish you years of wonderful memories making s'mores around the fire with your family and friends!

Join us in the swimming pool of life today! We’ll float in the kiddie pool and swim to the deep end too… cause Luke Smallbone from the band of two brothers, for KING & COUNTRY, is our very special guest today!

Join Luke and Erica for a conversation about the long, full days of summer, marriage, what happens when you are waiting on healing, the new song, “What are we waiting for?!” and WAIT… they’re coming to Everett this December?! Merry Christmas in July!

New Song: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HdIfQ65r0Uo

I felt so bad - even winced - when I read the headline in the Seattle Times: “M’s Kelenic kicks water cooler, fractures foot.” Haven’t you BEEN THERE? I have! Pastor Jesse from Grace Community Church in Auburn is here to talk about it today. Join Jesse and I for a conversation that will leave you feeling hopeful. We just gotta remember where to put our eyes!

You are Loved, Erica

They had me at human slug races… and yes, waterproof slug costumes will be provided, in addition to fun slug crafts and slug-themed treats like a “banana slug” (frozen banana dipped in chocolate), or “diggin’ for slugs” (a bag of Doritos with hot dog and barbecue sauce and topped with shredded cheese). LOL. This is fantastic.

SLUG FEST is happening at Northwest Trek this weekend!

And it means the most sensational, slug-lovin’ Keeper, Wendi Mello, is our very special guest today. Join Wendi and Erica for a conversation that will delight you and turn you into a slug fan!

Usually when you throw a parade, it’s for a whole bunch of people. But you’re gonna love what the amazing team at Lemay Pierce County Refuse did for one brave boy in Dupont… they made a big dream come true for little Leo Kemper. Katie Colvin from Lemay Pierce County Refuse is our very special guest today!

Join Katie and Erica for a conversation that will fill your heart like candy fills the hands of a kid at a parade.

“Jesus understands us. We live a life that He gets… because He’s been there.” ~Jordan Carson,

He Gets Us Maybe you saw one of their commercials during the Super Bowl or since then… and what they’re saying has got you thinking. Maybe your heart even skipped a beat when you took in the images and let the words sink in. The message of the organization we’re talking about today is the same as their name: “He Gets Us!” Jordan Carson from “He Gets Us” is our very special guest today. Join Jordan and Erica for a conversation that will get you thinking about the Lord Jesus today.

Mountainview Blueberry Farm is a lovely place in Snohomish where the bees buzz louder than your phone and the fruit is extra sweet because it is tended with TLC. Keith Stocker, a fourth-generation blueberry farmer and the owner of Mountainview Blueberry farm, is our very special guest today. Join Keith and Erica for a conversation that will make you feel content, like you’re eating a bowl of freshly picked blueberries in the shade.

Website: https://www.mountainviewblueberryfarm.com/about-us

Ya hit a homerun, you run the bases. It's a victory lap in baseball. And when you are 8 years old and fighting liver cancer like a champ, you get to run a victory lap in life. Brayden Friberg got to run the bases before the All-Star game at T-Mobile Park this week, and that’s not all… but it is all thanks to our M’s and Make-A-Wish. Melissa Arias, the President and CEO of Make-A-Wish Alaska and Washington is our very special guest today. Join Melissa and Erica for a conversation that will make you feel like you’ve run the bases with brave Brayden.

Go “tuna fishing” today on the seas of life! Our special guest is the pastor of Eastridge Church and author of the brand-new book, “The Most Valuable Catch.” Put on your life vest because Steve Jamison is here to take us on a journey through his early life on the ocean with his dad… and to talk about how it prepared him for a pulpit in the PNW.

Join Steve and Erica for a conversation that will remind you that God is preparing you for the next season of your life today.

This is awesome. No one waves at you and claps when you’re cleaning up. But sometimes, folks stop and ask you a question or two. Peter Nordlund from Christian Community Fellowship in Edmonds is our special guest today.

Join Peter and Erica for a chat about serving our community and the wonderful things that happen when we fellowship!

Celebrate All-Star Day in our city ~ enjoy a doughnut, but not just any doughnut. Like how about a torched butter-dream? YUM! Davis Vincent is the owner of Zuri's doughnuts in Lynnwood and he's going to be at the Community Corner in Seattle today. He's also a Navy veteran, a proud family guy, and our special guest today. Right off the bat, you're gonna love him... I mean, he named his doughnut shop after his beautiful daughter Zuri.

So, join Davis and Erica for a sweet chat about his invitation to All-Star Game Day, family, and making people feel loved.

Click PLAY to feel a sugar rush of JOY today!

BG and Arianna Patterson’s home is 1300 square feet, but their hearts have way more room. Recently, when rough seas prevented the Kennewick from sailing and left passengers stranded, their home became a refuge in a storm. Spend a few minutes with the most hospitable couple in Washington today.

Click PLAY to remember that people still live by the golden rule!

What an awesome weekend in California. If you saw the Jesus Revolution movie, you’ll remember the many hippies who discovered that knowing Jesus was the real high and who got baptized by the thousands at a place called Pirate’s Cove. It happened again this weekend, except instead of hippies, it was hope seekers!

Join Pastor Jesse Bradley from Grace Community Church in Auburn and Erica for a chat about what happened and dreaming about spreading hope across the Sound!

PLAY BALL! All-Star Week has come to sunny Seattle. Yes, the roof will be open at T Mobile Park as we celebrate the biggest week in baseball in OUR CITY! Gregg Greene, the M's Vice President of Marketing is our special guest today!

Join Gregg and Erica for a fun chat about all the feels and festivities.
Click PLAY to GET EXCITED!

Brant shares how God does not abandon us, even when we fail. He is always willing to keep going with us, just as He did from the beginning with Adam and Eve.

Click PLAY to catch this encouragement.

Transcription:

This may be. You may have done things in life, or be doing things in life that you're like, God's got to be so mad at me. He's done. He's walked off. He's, he's just finished with this. I just want to remind you of something... Remember Adam and Eve in the story, in Genesis? They rebel. They blow it big time; very costly way. Well, they can't live in that place anymore as a result. God goes with them. They're not kicked out of the presence of God. They just can't be in that place where that sort of thing can't happen. He goes with them, even as their sinners and failures and all that sort of stuff, like, imagine that. So, please understand, He will continue to go with you. Even though you have failed. You just turn toward him, turn your face toward him. He's already turning His towards you. He's willing to keep going with us. How amazing is that?

Let’s hear it for All Star Week! Everybody is excited! To get our city all ready for the BIG All Star Game, our Mariners, Nordstrom, Seattle Chamber, and others teamed up to clean up! Hundreds of volunteers wearing neon t-shirts and armed with big yellow trash bags, picked up litter, cleaned up graffiti, and applied fresh coats of paint to freshly-scrubbed walls.

And Tim Gaydos, chaplain for our M’s and a friend of the morning show, is here to chat about it. Join Tim and Erica for an UPlifting chat about the community cleanup.

Click PLAY to get pumped for a BIG week in our city!

GO AMERICAN LEAGUE!

Summer bucket list ALERT! You can spend time with baby reindeer and even hand feed them... this will be a CORE memory for your kids! Erika from the Leavenworth Reindeer Farm is our special guest today - we love when she pops by to share all the happy haps going on in her family - which includes many pairs of hooves. 🙂

Join Erika and Erica for a chat about the newest reindeer in Washington. Click PLAY to stir a little whimsy into your day!

“Peace… I used to think that you were a dream… always at the edge of my reach… I had to take a step back to see… you were waiting for me!” ~God Gave Me freedom,” by Anthem Lights

It just got a lot brighter in here, cause Anthem Lights is in the HOUSE! These guys sing that new song we know you instantly fell in love with, “God gave me freedom,” and they’re just simply awesome.

Grab a venti latte (extra whip) and join Caleb, Chad, Joey, Spencer, and Erica around the coffee table of life today! Click PLAY to meet the newest band in the SPIRIT 105.3 FAM.

This summer, they’re gonna be teaming up to spread love like peanut butter across Seattle. Kinda literally! Every Friday this July, Reach Ministry and the Eastside Youthwill be meeting up to make sandwiches and then sharing bags full of lunch and hope in Jesus Name with those who are experiencing homelessness in our city. Rich Simms from Reach Ministry, and Alysha Abrams-Miller, the Community Connections Coordinator at Eastside Church, are in the house today! These conversations will boost your spirit like an iced coffee with a double shot of espresso on a summer afternoon. 🙂

Click PLAY to join Alysha and Erica for a chat about what it’s like to offer tangible help and hope!

This summer, they’re gonna be teaming up to spread love like peanut butter across Seattle. Kinda literally! Every Friday this July, Reach Ministry and the Eastside Youth will be meeting up to make sandwiches and then sharing bags full of lunch and hope in Jesus Name with those who are experiencing homelessness in our city. Rich Simms from Reach Ministry, and Alysha Abrams-Miller, the Community Connections Coordinator at Eastside Church, are in the house today! These conversations will boost your spirit like an iced coffee with a double shot of espresso on a summer afternoon. 🙂

Click PLAY to join Rich and Erica for a chat about what God is doing through His kids in the PNW!

Brant received a note from a listener, mentioning that she was really thankful for something that he'd written on what a woman should look for in a man. Here are the five things he originally shared with his daughter on what to look for. Click PLAY to listen!

“Don’tlet anyone think less of you because you are young. Be an example to all believers in what you say, in the way you live, in your love, your faith, and your purity.” ~1 Timothy 4:12

Brooke Steiner and Clara Rothschiller are more than students at Edmonds Woodway High… they’re bold Christ followers who are excited to share the Good News that Jesus came to let each of us out of the cage of hopelessness. And they are leaders. Together, they lead an awesome club called Warriors For Christ. They’re all reading the Bible, praying, worshiping, and encouraging each other right there in one of the classrooms. Recently, they put on an awesome event at Edmonds Woodway called, "In A Cage." You’ll love what happened there and how God even used a power outage to speak to the students.

Join Brooke, Clara, their amazing advisor, Cyndi Hansen, and Erica for a conversation that will absolutely ignite your faith. Click PLAY to hear what God is up to in the PNW!

"Fisher Price sees the world in technicolor... they're making sure that as kids are playing, they're seeing the full beautiful spectrum of humanity in their toys." ~Niki Coffman, Archie's mom

Niki Coffman is the biggest Little People fan in the world. Join Archie's mom and Erica for a conversation that will put a little hope in your heart - or maybe a whole lot.

Click PLAY to listen to something GOOD happening in our world right now!

Erica reached out to Debbie this morning to find out how she's feeling after her big win, the excitement that ensued, and how she's using the money that she won!

We could not be more excited for Debbie, who won the Secret Sound with her winning guess, "putting a lid on a drink or cup." Debbie has lots of plans for the $7,100 in the United Faith Mortgage Piggy Bank... Click PLAY to find out what they are. May the Lord richly bless you and your family, Debbie!

Click PLAY to listen to this sweet call!

"You are an unrepeatable gift.” ~Camp Program Director, Erik Henrikson

There is a place on the Kitsap Peninsula where your child can take a deep dive and a deep breath this summer. They'll spy eagles flying and find their spirits start to soar along with them. On the back of a horse, your child will experience the freedom that can only be found in growing close to our Savior - and enjoy the feeling of windblown hair into the bargain! Miracle Ranch is a place where you can have exciting adventures... and slow down and hear God’s voice.

Our special guest today is Erik Henrikson, Camp Program Director! Join Erik and Erica for a conversation that will have you exhaling and giving thanks for God's work in the lives of campers and counselors... and your life too!

I have spent hours with our special guest today, sipping coffee, but this is the first time we’ve ever met… Author Amy Clipston is with us today! I think I’ve read almost all of her books, each one a gift. Together, we’ve journeyed through endearing small towns, family farms, and picturesque Amish country… and every place now has an address in my heart. Amy has a way of breathing life into her characters and stitching them together to create a patchwork quilt of God’s goodness and redemption.

So get to know Amy, the author, the mom, the cat lover! Make a cup of coffee, settle in with your favorite cat, and join Amy and I for a refreshing conversation that will take you behind the scenes of an author’s life.

You are Loved, Erica

Every night, hundreds of kids are going to sleep with full tummies, thanks to the wonderful work happening at the Nourishing Network in Edmonds. Between their weekend and summer programs, plus the pop-up pantries, our Lord continues to multiply the loaves and fishes in our community and in our time. Director Thame Fuller is our special guest today to talk about how they're serving kids food and encouragement this summer... and more!

Join Thame and Erica to hear about how God is providing in our backyard!

Nourishing Network Website

“At the metronome of God’s pace, creation answers our questions… then teaches us to ask better ones.” ~Eryn Lynum, Author of: “Rooted in Wonder”

Experience an exhale right now wherever you are! Meet Eryn Lynum, a mom and a master naturalist committed to sharing the Creation Story in the most beautiful way. She hosts the podcast, Nat Theo, and she’s written a book that will call on all five of your senses called, “Rooted in Wonder. Join Eryn and Erica for a conversation that will lower your blood pressure and awaken your sense of wonder. Wholesome warning: you will want to get outside more alone, with someone you love, and with your whole family!

Click PLAY to feel like you’re in a chair by a campfire, sipping freshly percolated coffee ~ while listening to a river roll behind you. AHHHHH….

Get to know Eryn!

There’s something so powerful about words. God said it. We live it every day, where if you say the right words, it almost could heal someone’s heart, and now you get to do that.What would that be like if someone who just got diagnosed with breast cancer, you don’t know this person at all, but you could write them a letter and just ask,“Holy Spirit, what do you want me to say to this person?”…and then pour it out.

One of the women who got a letter like this says that she keeps it on her bedstand and she reads it every night to gain strength. And she said it also gives her a reminder that there’s kindness in this world. It’s called Girls Love Mail. It’s a chance for us to write letters to strangers who’ve just gotten diagnosed with breast cancer and let God do what he does through us.

“No one’s tougher than Jesus and no one’s more tender than Jesus. God is the Protector. God has a standard. There’s that element, that toughness and strength. And then there’s the tenderness, the kindness. When someone messes up, Jesus is right there offering mercy. He cares. He listens. He heals. He restores.” ~Pastor Jesse Bradley

He’s a husband, a dad, and a pastor… and a good friend of the show. Every time he stops by, it’s like the sun returning after a few dreary days. He’s just got a way about making things crystal clear! Pastor Jesse from Grace Community Church in Auburn is BACK!

Join Jesse and Erica for a conversation about dads and the greatest Dad of all, our Good, Good Father.
* THE FOUR ELEMENTS OF FATHERHOOD E-BOOK

Hi! Ever get a text that just lights you up on the inside? Allow me to share the text I received from my friend Brock this week:

Erica,
This friend of mine. Tanya Piper, has been baking cakes/cookies for EVERY SINGLE firefighter in Snohomish county for many years. I asked her today how many she baked last year, and this is what she said:

I baked 522 things last year, that’s firefighters, coworkers and family. The firefighters are all from south Snohomish County and there are about 400 of those.

WOW! Could we get her on your show please?"

YES, we can, Brock! Tanya Piper is our special guest today and not only does she bake cake daily, but she absolutely takes the CAKE too! You’ll be inspired by her “why” and her genuine spirit of goodwill. And you won’t be surprised by WHO keeps her going! Please make a good cup of coffee and join Tanya and I for a conversation that will absolutely sweeten your day.

You are loved, Erica

If you’re heading to Leavenworth this summer, GET READY FOR EVEN MORE FUN! The Leavenworth Adventure Park is the newest place to make memories in America’s best Bavarian town. John Sutherland, the General Manager of Leavenworth Adventure Park, is our special guest today! Join John and Erica to hear all about the Tumwater Twister ~ Washington’s FIRST Alpine Coaster, the Bavarian Bungee Bounce Trampoline, the Alpine Ascent Climbing Wall, Super Lou the Lion Mascot, and more!

“This is how we take care of our community.”
~Katrina Dohn, Difference Maker

It’s so easy to look away from something that makes us uncomfortable or upset. But sometimes, amazing people roll up their sleeves and do something good! Katrina Dohn is one of those difference makers. She’s a retired teacher from the Tukwila School District and our special guest today!

Join Katrina and Erica for a conversation about the power of coming together as a community.

She sings “Perfectly Loved” with TobyMac and “Somebody to You” with Andrew Ripp... and she’s shining her bright light on the show today! Yay, Rachael Lampa is our special guest!

Join Rachael and Erica for a conversation that will make you feel loved right where you are, right now. Click PLAY to remember… YOU ARE LOVED!

This idea takes the panCAKE! Only a teacher could come up with something like this! She’s a second-grade teacher in Everett and community is part of her actual curriculum! Stacey Wartenbee is a dynamic difference maker and our special guest today.

She started a pancake breakfast in 2015 to bring the community together… first responders, police officers, parents, teachers and students… and she's bringing a short stack of hope, joy, and inspiration to the show today.

Join Stacey and Erica and fill up on the GOOD stuff going on!

"Love your neighbor as yourself." ~Jesus, in Mark 12:31

There are so many ways to love your neighbor. Sometimes you just gotta think outside the box, or in the case of Rebecca and her husband Kyle, outside the backyard! Rebecca, SPIRIT 105.3's Programming and Content Manager, is our special guest today.

Join "RB" and Erica to find out why she and her husband put a picnic table in their front yard... and get inspired to Catch the SPIRIT this summer!

[Chorus]
“The praises don’t stop, the devil’s been dropped
Got some good news coming straight from the top
He saved me from the fire, lifted me higher
Feeling so good, gotta sing it with the choir
‘Cause He’s alive, alive
The King is alive, alive!!!”
~Jordan Feliz’s AWESOME new song, “The King is Alive”

His new song matches the sunniest day in Seattle! “The King is Alive,” is filling your car, your kitchen, your cube, and your earbuds with unfettered JOY! Jordan Feliz is in the HOUSE!

Join Jordan and Erica for a conversation that will infuse you with the joy of the Lord, which is our strength (Nehemiah 8:10)!

When you’re at home, whether it’s a place or a person, you are the most comfortable. Our special guest today has written a treasure of a book about how you and I can feel at home with our God. He created us and knows and loves us so well. Perhaps this is the opportunity you’ve been looking for to get to know our Lord a little better. Author Sandra Byrd, who lives right here in Washington is here!

Join Sandra and Erica for a conversation that will make you want to draw the chair of your heart a bit closer to the Lord and the hearth of His love.

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355 Pacific Lutheran University students signed up for the Be the Match Registry through The Andy Talley Bone Marrow Foundation. Fewer than 1% who are willing to donate become a perfect match… But GOD! Two of the Lutes, Erik Bainter and Jai Alapai became perfect matches. They give credit to their leader for opening their eyes to see an opportunity to save a life. That man, Coach Brant McAdams, is our special guest today!

Join Coach and Erica for a chat about making a difference when you can! And GO LUTES!

Erica's pastor, Barry Crane from North Sound Baptist Church, sits down with her today for a discussion on Memorial Day, and what it means to him. In the midst of political firestorms and culture wars, the thing we all enjoy is the freedom that we have.

Click PLAY for inspiration and encouragement regarding Memorial Day, and remembering the sacrifice so many people have given to safeguard our freedom.

Erica and Debbie from the Auburn Food Bank talk about a new pandemic that is emerging... which is an opportunity for us to shine a light for those in need.

Click PLAY to find out what it is, what it looks like, and what we can do.

She’s like a double shot of espresso in a fancy cup for your soul! Page Turner, the fabulous Host of Fix my Flip on HGTV, is our special guest today! Join Page and Erica for a conversation about flipping houses on TV... and cultivating a vibrant faith. Click PLAY for a double shot of encouragement!

"Then I heard the Lord asking, 'Whom should I send as a messenger to this people? Who will go for us?' I said, 'Here I am. Send me.'” ~Isaiah 6:8

It started with a dream, and it turned into a mission from the Lord. Pastor Mike Stansberry from Sonrise Skagit Center in Skagit County is our special guest today! Join Mike and Erica for a conversation about why his family is going to Poland this summer... and saying yes to the Lord!

“It’s all about being a community, and it’s all about loving on families that do this hard work… and loving on the kids who most need it.” ~Susan Anderson, the fabulous mom who started Bikes For Foster Kids!

Everette and Shannon Anderson are foster parents in Snohomish who noticed a need in their community and simply filled it. Seven years ago, they started ” Bikes for Foster Kids” and this grassroots organization has grown every spring since! The annual event just took place on Saturday…. in their garage! Why would a family give up their garage for a couple months every year and spend their valuable time collecting, repairing, and blessing kids with bikes?

Join Shannon and Erica for a conversation that will re-inflate the tires of hope and love in your life!

We had listener Kasey ask us what she should look for in a godly man, and Brant shares a small, but powerful, list. A conversation that would be great to share with those who you know are asking the same question.

Click PLAY for a boost of wisdom today.

“When the rain you want Is a flood instead
And the roses bloom but they're not quite red
When I reach the edge
Of my bravery
I'll still be singing at the banks of an unparted sea…”

~That’s The Thing About Praise, Benjamin William Hastings

You may not know his name yet, but his words have probably touched your heart! He’s co-written powerful songs like Gratitude, The Father’s House, So Will I, and his latest… the one he sings so beautifully on SPIRIT 105.3: That’s the thing about Praise.

Benjamin William Hastings is in the house today! Join BWH and Erica for a conversation about praising the Lord at “the banks of an unparted sea,” family, Jesus, and more!

We love the hearts behind Washington Kids in Transition! This is what they do:

“We provide basic needs for homeless children attending school in the Edmonds School District. including food, emergency closets, and hygiene kits.”

They always go the extra mile when it comes to caring for the hearts of the next generation:

“Our favorite event is coming up soon! We are preparing for the Scriber prom. We are once again setting up a shopping event for the students. We are collecting dresses, men’s dress shirts, ties, dress shoes and jewelry and unopened makeup for the Scriber prom again this year. We need all sizes. The dresses need to be clean, we do not have the funding to have the dresses cleaned. Please bring dresses to our distribution center by May 17th. We are open 9am to 4pm Monday-Friday and our address is: Washington Kids in Transition distribution center, 19721 Scriber Lake Rd. #B Lynnwood, WA. 98036

Join Kim Gorney from Washington Kids in Transition and Erica for a chat that will make you smile from your heart!

Alyssa spills the tea about what makes her mom special! Congratulations to Mim for winning our grand prize drawing for Target gift card and a High Tea experience at the Fairmont Olympic Hotel in Seattle thanks to Pacific Christian Academy.

Slather on your sunblock, order an iced coffee, and experience the 15th Annual Flower Festival at Pike Place Market this weekend! You’ll enjoy choosing a beautiful, locally grown bouquet for the mom you love… and so much more!

Join Madison from Pike Place Market and Erica for a fun chat about this weekend!

“I'm shaking as I type this because I'm SO excited to share about what's been happening these last few months. We have sold our house and hit the road living full time in a travel trailer!!”
~Kaitlyn Brown

Life is one adventure after another… and we don’t always get to choose the one we want to embark on! But Jason and Kaitlyn Brown felt a nudge from God and decided He was in fact calling them to join Him on an adventure they'll never forget. They left the familiar to find a deeper faith and a new perspective on everything!

Join Jason, Kaitlyn, and Erica for a conversation that will remind you that our Lord is still calling us to serve Him in beautiful and unexpected ways!

Rob Kenney offers practical "DADvice for everyday tasks," but he does it with such heart. Hanging out with Rob, whether he's showing you how to tie a tie, or untie a knot in life with the Lord's help, is good for the soul. The "Dad how do I?" Dad is in the house! He makes how to videos for kids with are missing a dad in their lives, garners millions of views, lives in Kent, and loves Jesus. Join Rob and Erica for a conversation that will have you feeling all the feels for all the right reasons.

Click PLAY for a bit of soul care today!

"When He created us in the Garden, He created a Friend... we're meant to enjoy God." ~SPIRIT Artist, Cody Carnes

The first words in his awesome new song are: "I've got a story..." and he's here to tell it! Cody Carnes sings "AIN'T Nobody," and so much more, and he's our special guest today. He and his wife Kari Jobe also sing "The Blessing," one of the most defining songs of our generation. Join Cody and Erica for a really uplifting chat and a reminder that you and I were made to be God's friends. 🙂

Cody Carnes on Insta: https://www.instagram.com/codycarnes/?hl=en

Kari Jobe on Insta: https://www.instagram.com/karijobe/?hl=en

Congrats to Elaina for winning a Target gift card and is now entered into the drawing for a High Tea Experience!

Here's what she said about what makes her mom, Bonnie Smith, extra special:

I love my Mom! She is the most generous, most selfless, most forgiving and loving and kind person I know. When my mom was diagnosed with cancer two weeks ago, she wasn't thinking about herself and how hard this was on her; she was worrying about her family and how we were going to take it. However, of all the numerous qualities that make my mom extra special, I think that her faith in God really sets her apart. In her book, nothing is too small for God. Whether it was something big like sickness or something small like "I can't find my keys", the absolute first thing she would do is say "lets pray".

Because of her amazing faith, through my years I have witnessed many things done through her. I remember her getting calls for prayer at random hours from people who claim that they don't even believe in God. People see that kind of faith shining through her. Its almost as if it is radiating through her and into them giving them hope. Even now, as she is facing the tremendous burden of starting chemo and radiation in two weeks, she is still a beacon of hope and faith in God. She keeps telling everyone she meets about God and how he is going to get her through this. Her doctor was even a little rattled because of how calm she was while he was giving her the diagnosis. When he asked how she was so calm and if she understood what he was saying she just said "oh, I understand, but my God has given me a peace that passes all understanding and he is going to be with me through this".

Congrats to Tatyana for winning a Target gift card and is now entered into the drawing for a High Tea Experience!

Here's what she said about what makes her mother-figure, Ghena Medina, extra special:

I never really grew up with a caring mother figure my whole life. I was consistently abused whether it was emotionally or physically by a lady I had to call my mom because my real mom didn’t want to be a mom anymore. After getting to know my boyfriends family more, his mom took me under her wing and has taught me what real mother like daughter love is like. She’s helped me with everything I still needed to understand. She grew up with the same type of mother figure as me. She never felt like she was loved until she met her husbands family for the first time. We bond well and I think she deserves it the most. She works hard not for herself but for the people she loves. She deserves the world…and this target gift card

He was on a plane when God gave him a powerful vision for Seattle. He goes on inspiring adventures all over the world, but always returns to the city God placed squarely on his heart. Pastor Ben Sterciuc from Awaken Seattle is our special guest today!

Join Pastor Ben and Erica for a conversation that will make you want to text PRAY to 89419 and join us for praying for Seattle this summer! Or click here to know more.

We hope that you'll join with us today in prayer. It is National Day of Prayer and a great day to all lift our voices together. Please join our CEO Jacinta Tegman in this prayer!

It's the National Day of Prayer and the perfect time to talk about connecting with the One Who loves us the most. Pastor Jesse Bradley from Grace Community Church is in the house!

Join Jesse and Erica for a conversation that will have you wanting to connect with the Lord wherever you are in your journey. Jesus is a great listener and today is a good day to remember how much He loves when you check in!

“This world’s where I am, but it’s not my Home.” ~Big Daddy Weave’s new song, “Heaven Changes Everything”

Whether you love thinking about Heaven, our real Home, or you’re missing someone you love who’s already living there, you’re about to be encouraged. Mike Weaver, lead singer of the band Big Daddy Weave is here to talk about his new song about heaven and so much more!

Make a cup of coffee and join Mike and Erica for a conversation that will light up every place in your heart.

Rainier Flight School engages with youth and gives them an opportunity to experience the different pathways of aviation and how to accomplish their dreams. Gordon Avlord started Rainier Flight Services in 2008. It is currently the largest flight school in Washington State. He says one of his favorite activities is working with the Boy/Girls counts, making flying accessible to so many people in our community. It is so rewarding to take youth on their first flight or see the spark of interest in other aviation-related fields such as engineering or maintenance.

Click to listen to how having a relationship with Harborstone Credit Union has really allowed him to soar. Gordon said, the biggest benefit is having access to a business money management coach that understands their business and financial needs and has all their paperwork and financial history on file so if they need something it’s simple and easy to call Harborstone without hassle.

You’ve heard of Little League, but how about the LITTER LEAGUE?! A group of volunteers who pick up trash in their neighborhoods exists now in one of our cities thanks to one amazing woman who is 74 years young. Toni Kief became the Litter Lady of Marysville during the pandemic, and she's got a trash picking posse behind her now! Join Toni, who is an absolute delight, and Erica for a conversation that will make you smile and look for a picker.

PEABOD is singing at the Awakening Music Festival tonight in Kent and he’s our special guest today! Join the Happy Rapper and Erica for a happy lil’ pre-show chat. 😊

“I never would have thought that this type of clinic would be for me, but it turns out it saved my life.”~ Seattle King County Clinic patient

For the next few days, Seattle Center is turning into a hubbub of hope and a refuge of relief. Free dental, vision, and medical care is available for you if you need a little help right now! Julia Colson from the Seattle King County Clinic is our special guest today.

Join Julia and Erica for a conversation about how this event changes and even saves lives!

As our special guest so beautifully puts it today... “These songs have found homes in people’s lives.” “Dare you to move” and “this is your life” are like compasses for those of us who choose to follow Christ or who are seeking hope. "The Beautiful Letdown" is an album that resonates over time and space, and in honor of the 20th anniversary of its release, Switchfoot is coming to Seattle to sing THE WHOLE THING for you this November! Tim Foreman from the band is in the house!

Join Tim and Erica for a conversation about songs written at 2 AM and so much more.
Switchfoot Instagram * Trailer for album * Trailer for the tour*

Babe Ruth famously said, “Each strikeout brings me closer to my next homerun.” Well, when our special guest today steps on the mound, every strikeout brings kids in the Seattle area closer to having everything they need! Paul Sewald, relief pitcher for our Mariners, is in the HOUSE!

Join #37 and Erica for a conversation about the Strikeouts 4 Kids Campaign that he and his wife Molly are continuing this year, what it felt like to be part of ending the drought last season ~ and dealing with the pressure of pitching the ninth inning. GO M's!

“I want campers to leave knowing that they are loved, beyond anything that they can possibly understand. That’s what’s so fun about camp - ya come in for the fun, ya leave for Jesus.”~Liz Butler, “Director of FUN” at Miracle Ranch

Moms and Dads, if you’re looking for a camp where your child can have daily adventures to “write home about,” and authentic encounters with Jesus, THIS IS IT!

Students, if you’re looking for a place to impact the next generation and to be an influencer in your own backyard, THIS IS IT!

Look no further than CRISTA Camps!Located in the beautiful Kitsap Peninsula, this is a place where campers and counselors grow and thrive in Christ… and where many meet the Lord for the first time!

The traditions of Miracle Ranch are deeply rooted in God’s Word. Worship is part of daily life at camp and there are so many opportunities to share the love of Christ in between core memory-making activities like horseback riding, archery, paintball, high ropes, and on-the-water fun!If you’ve got a camper, our team at Miracle Ranch is ready to MAKE THEIR SUMMER!

If you're praying about serving the Lord as a counselor this summer, get ready to MAKE A DIFFERENCE!

May I introduce you to Liz Butler?

Click PLAY to meet the “Director of Fun,” at Miracle Ranch, our special guest today. Join Liz and I for a conversation about the heart behind CRISTA CAMPS and find out what FUN they're cooking up for you! I'm so excited about how God is going to bless your family at Miracle Ranch this summer!

Happy Earth Day EVE! Beach cleanups and tree plantings are happening tomorrow around the Sound and you're invited to make a difference... and maybe even make a friend too. Join Brittany from Sound Salmon Solutions and Erica for an earth-friendly chat today!

She was on her way to photograph an engagement at the Great Wheel in Seattle. Dozens of our heroes were on their way to the Navy Ball. But like Cinderella who got detoured for a bit before the main event, their original plans ran aground like the pumpkin coach - I mean ferry - on Bainbridge Island. So the photographer took all those lemons and made the sweetest lemonade and she’s our special guest today! Join Brittany Jezak and Erica for a conversation that will make you smile without anyone even saying, “SAY CHEESE!” to you. Britt is an absolute blessing!

For we are God’s masterpiece. He has created us anew in Christ Jesus, so we can do the good things He planned for us long ago. ~ Ephesians 2:10Her passion is brightening the days of people living in the sunset of their lives. Since Christmas of 2021, this artist has painted 1,195 colorful masterpieces for residents in nursing homes, and particularly for those battling Alzheimer's. She created “Roselyn’s Caring Canvases” in honor of a special loved one and it’s just the gift that keeps touching lives. Also, you won’t believe this… Roselyn is 12 years old! Wow!

Join Roselyn, the most inspiring 7th grader you’ll ever meet, and Erica for a heartfelt conversation today!

Find “Roselyn’s Caring Canvases" on Facebook or follow her on Instagram

Are you singing his awesome new song like we are?! "It's Yours. It's Yours. All Yours! The Kingdom, the power, the glory are Yours!" Matt Maher is here to talk about "The Lord's Prayer..." the heart-connective song, of course, but also, just what those words mean to us. Join Matt and Erica for a deep dive into the words Jesus taught His followers to pray and more!

We've got a proud dad calling in from the Nashville Airport today! Jason Roy's daughter Haven made it to the top 26 on American Idol! Join Jason, the lead singer of Building 429, and Erica for a conversation about Haven's journey and catch a glimpse into his heart as a dad. 😉
Haven on instagram*

Jason on Instagram

Let’s talk about… talking with God today! Our special guest is the founder of Million Praying Moms and the author of a beautiful new book called “Everyday Prayers for Peace.”

Join Brooke McGlothin and Erica for a conversation that will remind you that God cares about everything you are praying about, how peace can grow in your life like fruit… and so much more!

A group of dynamic believers have taken Dr. George Barna's groundbreaking research about millennials and faith and turned it into a book filled with help and hope. It's called: "Helping Millennials Thrive: Practical Wisdom for a Generation in Crisis." Our special guest today is one of the book's contributors, Jason Jimenez. He's a pastor, Christian apologist, the founder of Stand Strong Ministries, and a husband and father of four.

Join Jason and Erica for an enlightening conversation that will leave you feeling empowered and hopeful!

Our special guest today will amaze and inspire you in the most practical ways! Join Stephanie from Seattle Zero Waste and Erica for a cool conversation about using less and getting more out of life! It’s all about baby steps.

I feel joyful and expectant about the cool things God is going to do. - Sam Kelly

Sam shares today about a call that no one wants to receive, and how she is tackling it with her classic upbeat, hopeful, and humorous nature.

Will you join us in covering Sam in prayer, and her family, as they move ahead in God’s grace, healing and love.

His Easter music is soulful and stirring! SPIRIT 105.3 artist Michael Cochren from Cochren & CO. is singing "Grave" and "He's Not Here" on the radio right now, and he's our very special guest today.

Join Michael and Erica for a conversation that will have you feeling thankful, hopeful... and absolutely LOVED!

It's Good Friday. Travel to the Garden of Gethsemane and the Empty Tomb, places that our very special guest just recently experienced firsthand. Join Erica and her daughter Hannah for a conversation that honors this sacred day. Listen to stir your soul with wonder and to remember how loved you are!

This movie was FIVE YEARS in the making, but of course, God's timing is perfect! You're gonna love the director of "His Only Son," in theaters right now. Join David Helling and Erica for a conversation that will encourage you right where you are today and remind you that God is working even when you feel like you're "under a rock."

It was 3:00 on Friday and it was dark, as Jesus, the Light of the world, hung on a cross.

The Lord of life, innocent - yet sentenced to death, had completed His mission. Jesus willingly offered His life as a sacrifice, “the Lamb of God, Who takes away the sins of the world.”

It was 3:00 on Friday when the curtain in the sanctuary of the temple was torn from top to bottom, showing that a new and living way to God, was now open for all who believe.

It was 3:00 on Friday when Jesus cried out, “Father, I entrust My spirit into Your hands!” and the One Who gave us the breath of life, breathed His last.

It was 3:00 on Friday when there was an earthquake that terrified the Roman soldiers at the crucifixion. They said, “This man truly was the Son of God!” signifying that Jesus was the Truth.
In three days, He would rise again, demonstrating that He is also the Life.

It was 3:00 on Friday when Jesus died for you, when Jesus died for me.
“For this is how God loved the world: He gave His one and only Son, so that everyone who believes in Him will not perish but have eternal life.”

Brant shares an incredible story of a professor who prays a blessing over her students on the last day of classes. It’s beautiful:

May the road rise to meet you.
May the wind be always at your back.
May the sunshine warm your face;
the rains fall soft upon your fields.
And until we meet again,
may God hold you in the palm of His hand.

People are starving for blessings. Be a blessing. Offer them to people when you can. It makes a difference.

Click PLAY for the full story.

His songs are soulful, joyful, and third wind inspiring... Chainbreaker... Old Church Choir... Less like me... and MORE! Zach Williams will be singing at the Paramount in Seattle this April 14th and he's our special guest today. Join Zach and Erica for a conversation about the new show, the awesome song "Cornerstone," he sings with TobyMac, and His relationship with the Solid Rock!

Keb is a hero dog from Edmonds. He's been making a difference in our community and beyond as a search and rescue dog with his faithful handler and friend, Suzanne Elshult for years. Last night they got to throw the first pitch for our Mariners at Bark in the Park! Join Suzanne and Erica for a fun, uplifting "catch-up." 🙂 And, you can meet Keb and Suzanne this Thursday evening at the Edmonds Waterfront Center!

This is gonna be the perfect addition to your Easter basket! It's a beautiful new children's book is called, "When I Talk to God, I Talk About You..." all about God's unconditional love! One of the authors played Kate on the emotional, riveting, meaningful TV show, "This is Us," so Chrissy Metz probably already feels like a good friend! And her co-author, Bradley Collins, is a best-selling author and songwriter who you'll enjoy getting to know. Also, Erica finds out in the middle of the interview that Chrissy and Brad are a little more than friends!

Click PLAY for a sweet chat!

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Prayer is a way to run to God, to deepen your relationship with Him, and it's a way to do battle! It's what Evan Craft's new song is all about too. It's called "fight on my knees" and it's awesome. He also sings "be alright" on SPIRIT 105.3.

Join Evan and Erica for a conversation about moms, prayer, redemption, and so much more!

We're happy to announce our second Breaking Bread winner: Jessi from Marysville:

How are you celebrating Easter?
"Unfortunately, we will not be able to do much. We will be watching church online at Elevation. My husband just received notice today that that the 16th of April he will be let go from his Job at Amazon. He has a remote position and they have chosen to bring everyone back to the office and his office is in Arizona. That is not possible, so they are letting him go. He is our only income source. So, we will not be able to do anything extra. We have 6 kids so we will try and make it the best we can with Church and maybe we will play outside."

In addition, Jessi is choosing to bless her sister's family with an Easter meal. Here's what she shared about Ashley:

"My sister Ashley, her husband and 3 kids, have been so kind and helpful to my family as we have been facing a pretty hard season of life with job loss, and some other things that have been rather hard to go through. My sister is always there trying to make our kids feel special and doing as much as she possibly can. We have not been able to afford Easter baskets for our 6 kids for since 2020. Its a large expense with 6 kids. Last year my sister's family did baskets with precious moments stuffed animals for all our kids. she had a egg hunt, painted eggs and snacks. I would love to give back in a way that I would if we could afford it. Unfortunately, this is the 3rd layoffs since Covid its been difficult to do anything extra."

We all love the Mariners and Sarah was so excited to get the chance to talk with Malcom Rogel, VP of Fan Experience. Find out more about that cool job and the fun new food offerings this year at T-Mobile Park. Go M's!

He’s an energizer bunny of a blessing and he’s here, as always, to inspire! SPIRIT 105.3 artist Danny Gokey is our special guest today.

Join Danny and Erica for a conversation that will light the flame of hope in your heart!

You'll love why flamingoes are popping up in yards in Lynnwood and Edmonds! Kristy Schauermann is the area director for Young Life Lynnwood and our special guest today. Join Kristy and Erica for a chat that will make you feel someone put-flamingoes-up-in-your-yard-level-joy!

Join Pastor Jesse Bradley from Grace Community Church and Erica for a conversation about how to lean into the peace that passes understanding as we process the tragedy in Nashville... and Pastor Jesse will pray over you too. You are Loved.

Join Dr. Gregg Jantz and Erica for a conversation about processing the tragedy in Nashville and the promises of God.
* SPIRIT 105.3 Prayer page * Dr. Gregory Jantz * The Center: A Place of Hope

"If He had not conquered death and risen from that grave on that third day, then it would just be a great story. I think Easter is the most important day for us to celebrate as believers." ~Mac Powell

His song "New Creation," gets you GOING and his voice is like butter! Join Mac Powell and Erica for a chat about cookies, butterflies, and the third day that changed everything for everybody!

Austin French is with Erica today and we are so excited to hear him in concert TONIGHT for Winter Jam. You'll get the Costco sample of what you'll experience tonight plus a whole lot of encouragement when you press play.

We hit F5 and refresh our screens all the time. Tomorrow, you've got an opportunity to hit F5 and refresh your soul! A Night of Hope is goin' down at Grace Community Church in Auburn Saturday evening. Get ready to laugh out loud with comedian Nazareth and get inspired too... Pastor Jesse Bradley will give a short message about hope at the event and he's here today to encourage you on the radio.

Join pastor Jesse and Erica for a conversation about two essentials in life - laughter and hope!

Romp, play, eat, sleep, REPEAT! Ahhh, the life of a 4-legged future hero! More on that in a sec. Canine Companions is a wonderful organization that connects people living with disabilities with service dogs who help them live their best lives at no cost. Michelle Williams from Canine Companions is our special guest today!

Join Michelle and Erica for a chat about the difference service dogs make and how you can celebrate National Puppy Day by watching 8-week-old future service dogs play on the puppy cam. AWW!!!

PUPPY CAM ACCESS: (LOL)
https://canine.org/puppy/?utm_source=media&utm_medium=ref&utm_campaign=NT23PUPPY

"This isn't something that is bad... this is something that is beautiful." ~Laura Cannaday, Mya's mom

March 21st is special because of the extraordinary people we celebrate on this day… the precious souls born with more joy than a heart can hold… and an extra (21st) chromosome. Laura Cannaday, AKA Mya’s mom is our very special guest today.

Join Laura and Erica for a conversation that will fill you with joy as you remember the goodness of God in your own life.

Congratulations to our first Church Spotlight Volunteers, David and Angie from Word International Ministries!

Angie and David are quietly behind the scenes, never seeking acknowledgements for all they do. Even though they actually live away from the church, they are almost always the ones making sure the church is clean, safe, organized, and set up for church services or any other type of special event. During our annual family camp, Angie is involved in every aspect of preparing, cooking, and cleanup of all the meals. We are a relatively small church, l certainly, and am sure most of the other members kind of take for granted all that they do. There have been times when we, as a congregation, have tried to show our appreciation, and acknowledgement of their efforts, but they are so humble, and really don't seem to want that attention. I feel they really serve for the Lord, and not for the notice of man, and we as a church are truly blessed by them.

Nominated by: CJ Neillie

Students who are going to serve in Uganda on the Serve & Learn Trip want to cook for you!

Days ago something amazing happened right here in our city and, of course, it involved our heroes! Hear more from Erica about the LLS Firefighter Stair Climb and the difference it is making!

Two American best friends & heroes were reunited recently at SeaTac, thanks to Mission K9. They help retired military dogs re-connect with their military handlers. Kristen Maurer is with us to share why she does what she does and tell us about this special recent reunion. So many long hours of effort, dedication, and coordination of so many details... It was a beautiful sight to behold!

Click PLAY to find out more about this mission!

We are so thankful for Sarah Taylor and her love of Jesus, the listeners and her passion for the message of Christ through the music. Erica asks her about if someone has a passion for something but don't know how to turn it into a job, or the first step to find it.

"God has better blueprints for you than you can ever have for yourself. He has a timing, and He honors it. Trust His timing and follow His lead with the gifts and talents that He's given you." -Sarah Taylor

Click PLAY to find out more from Sarah; the passion of her heart, her favorite memory, and how she ended up at SPIRIT 105.3!

The plural of moose is... drumroll please.... MOOSE! You'd think it would be meese or mooses. Nope. 🙂 Still we are so happy for these three moose now growing up at Northwest Trek Wildlife Park. Marc Heinzman, their zoological curator, is our special guest today.

Join Marc and Erica for a conversation about people helping moose... that's plural! 😉

More on the moose babies!
More on Marc!

A Mariners fan from Washougal set a goal: play catch with a stranger every day for 365 days. John Scukanec was about halfway through his goal the last time he stopped by for a chat, and you'll LOVE hearing today's conversation. WHO did John have his 365th catch with? Technically he was a stranger, but not to John's heart. Think Kingdome. Think 1995. Think Game 5 of the ALDS. Join John and Erica for a conversation that will remind you that goals are worth setting and dreams do come true!

Canyon Hills Worship wants to welcome you to Canyon Hills Community Church TONIGHT for a special evening of worship. Everyone is welcome and we hope to see you there! Listen as Erica chats with Koby and Chelsea about what to expect and then make plans to be there!

"Early on, thick clouds came down and settled around our campus. I will never forget how it seemed to be the visible thick presence of Jesus settling in on us." ~Eyewitness account from a student at Asbury University

Our special guest today has been praying for revival since he was 19 so he had to fly to Kentucky to see what God is doing at Asbury University with his own eyes! How has it changed him? Can revival happen here?

Join Pastor Ryan Kim from Northwest Church in Federal Way and Erica for a conversation that will light a fire in your heart!

Coleman is a 5-year-old rare eye cancer survivor and a huge fan of our Mariners! Thanks to Make A Wish Alaska & Washington, he got to spend a day of spring training with our M's in Arizona and first baseman Ty France is here to talk about it!

Join # 23 and Erica for a conversation about the joy of a brave little boy... and a little baseball too. 🙂

Sometimes the smallest acts of kindness are the best way you can catch the spirit and make someone's day brighter. The staff at The Family Pancake House did just that for Rebecca recently when her daughter lost her retainer. After digging through the garbage and dishes they found it.

Hear from Rebecca and what a difference going above and beyond made in her life.

Some saw Harvey the Husky's facial deformity. Sherry Lankston saw his adorable lopsided smile! Join Sherry and Erica for a chat about why she drove from Seattle to San Diego to welcome a new furry family member!

Click PLAY for a smile!

She is married to an American hero, and she has become one herself. Kristin Christensen and her family were honored during the State of the Union Address and for good reason. This amazing mom and caregiver from Everett is our very special guest today.

Join Kristin and Erica for a conversation about her family's story, what a day in their life is like, how the Elizabeth Dole Foundation's Hidden Heroes Program is blessing them, and Kristin's inspiring plans for the future.

She sings that gorgeous new song with Tauren Wells ~ "Something Better" on SPIRIT 105.3... and she's been on a healing journey. Join Blanca and Erica for a conversation that will remind you that God wastes absolutely nothing. He's working it all out for your good and His glory. God's got you!

Blanca on Instagram

There's a new small group in town and it's a beautiful blend of God's grace and unconditional love. Kristen Close started the Embrace Grace branch at Sonrise Christian Center in Everett and she's our very special guest today.

Join Kristen and Erica for a conversation that will inspire you!

Sonrise Christian Center | Small group concept

All praise to God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ. God is our merciful Father and the source of all comfort. He comforts us in all our troubles so that we can comfort others. When they are troubled, we will be able to give them the same comfort God has given us. 2 Corinthians 1:3-4

God offers comfort to all. We can jump on board in the same way to help those struggling today. This is a beautiful conversation between Paul and Erica regarding those who are lost and in need and how we can help.

Take a listen for a movement of hope we can be a part of right where we stand.

Good stuff still happens! Dee Harkrider lost her wallet... and has gained some wonderful new friends: Delivontae Johnson, the heroic teen who returned her wallet, and his mom... and more. Join Dee and Erica for a conversation that will lift your spirits!

"They're coming to see the love of God." ~Rebecca Hedman, Junior at Asbury University

History continues to be made at a Christian college in Kentucky and our guest today is an eyewitness! Rebecca Hedman, a junior at Asbury University, was there when the revival began. God is pouring our His Spirit in a fresh and generous way... and we're here for it!

Join Rebecca and Erica for a conversation that will re-ignite your faith!

"God has a long history of working through flawed people." ~One of my favorite quotes from the Jesus Revolution movie

Wow. I stayed up late because I COULD NOT STOP watching this movie on my laptop... like past 11 PM and my alarm goes off at 3:45 AM! And I will be seeing it again in the theater this weekend! This movie is about how the Lord wakes up the human heart and how messy and beautiful that really is. It's about how faith, hope, and love remain... and how the greatest of these is love, just as the bible says. This is a movie about hippies getting high and finding the REAL HIGH - the REAL THING - an authentic relationship with the Son of God. I had the privilege of sitting down with Brent McCorkle, the co-director of Jesus Revolution and I want to share our conversation with you. If you are as inspired as I was hearing his takes on the movie, please share this chat with a friend. And I so recommend the movie to you. Highly! You'll feel like I felt when I watched the people wade into the Pacific to be baptized... renewed in spirit.

You are Loved, Erica

A beautiful 16-year-old girl has utterly captivated the judges with her audition on American Idol. Haven Madison wrote the song, "15," and sang it like an angel as her dad played guitar in front of the stars, who gave his daughter a standing ovation. Just like every good dad would have in that moment, he cried tears of joy. Jason Roy is the happy, proud dad... and also, the lead singer of Building 429, a band we love and play on SPIRIT 105.3!

Join Jason and Erica... and the newest celebrity artist while she takes a quick break from homework. 🙂

HM on the show! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QBHojwlbpNE

Building 429's INSTA: https://www.instagram.com/building429official/?hl=en

A revival of worship and prayer has started in our country! Local pastor Brandon Beals from Venture Church joins Erica today. He just came back from Asbury U and we can’t wait to share his experience. Listen today to be blown away by how God is moving.

We’ve all been in situations where we are faced with something unexpected. How do you move forward in a God honoring way? Alderwood Community Church faces this type of situation. Hear more about what is going on in the community of Lynwood, how you can get involved and most importantly how we all have the opportunity to shine the light of Christ in uncertain times.

Revival can be defined as:1. An improvement in the condition or strength of something. 2. An instance of something becoming popular, active, or important again.

So, it's safe to say that a revival of worship and prayer has caught fire at Asbury University in Kentucky... and is now spreading to Lee University! Lyndzay Fugate was there and had an incredible experience.Join Lyndzay and Erica for a conversation about what it's like on the campus of Asbury - it will inspire you!

Lisa Anderson from Focus on the Family joins Erica today for a chat about singleness and community! Whether you are single or know someone who is, this will encourage you on this day of love!

It was such a fun honor to call this year's Ultimate Valentine's Day Weekend Winner! We are happy to announce that James (and his sweetheart, Bethany) is this year's winner!

They have won the Grand Prize consisting of:
* Dinner for two * An overnight stay at The Westin Seattle * Pair of VIP tickets to Zach Williams: A Hundred Highways Tour on Friday, April 14th

Catch the full phone conversation below and find out what James submitted about their love story... All we can say is that we're now craving carbs!

"We come in... not just to provide the things that they need, but also to give them an assurance of tomorrow and to give them the love of Christ." ~Peter Macharia, Senior Director of Operations, World Concern

Two earthquakes in Syria and Turkey have devastated more than buildings... thousands of lives have been destroyed, so many families are in mourning, and generational hopes have been crushed. Even in the midst of such loss and utter despair, God is working His miracles. Babies and children covered with dust and mud have been pulled from the rubble to carry on their family names. Rescuers have endangered their own lives to save strangers. And, like a candle shining brightly against the darkness, God is working through our sister ministry, World Concern.

Through their partners on the ground in Turkey and Syria right now, people who have lost everything are receiving new hope and help, all in the name of the Lord. We're honored to have Peter Macharia with us today. As the Senior Director of Operations for World Concern, Peter oversees the incredible work that is happening in 10 countries across the globe and ensures that they are serving the people God has called them to serve. Please join us for a conversation about how you and I can offer tangible help and eternal hope right now in the Name of Jesus.

https://worldconcern.org

Andre Dillard played for the Falcons at Woodinville, for the Cougs, and now he's Super Bowl BOUND with the Philadelphia Eagles! Join Woodinville High School Head Football Coach Wayne Maxwell and Erica for a conversation about Andre's big success and #77's huge heart too.

GO EAGLES!

1 Mom of 5 kids ordered Dominoes and it changed her life and the life of the elderly woman who brought the dinner.

Listen and be inspired today!

Love is a journey! Celebrate with us as we congratulate Nelya on winning our 2nd Valentine's Day prize giveaway.

Soren, what do you want for your birthday? "Presents for other kids."

Wow. Meet Soren, a student at King's Schools in Seattle, and his mom, Melissa, and get excited that the future of the next generation is BRIGHT!

Alexa, Grace, and Kevin are traveling across the country in the Planter's Nutmobile doing good and having fun!

What a delight to have Jordan Ross in with Erica today! They chat about the season 3 finale (coming to theaters this week), how he got inspired to embrace his disabilities (he has minor cerebral palsy and severe scoliosis), how he's in turn inspiring fans with disabilities and differences, and his podcast, "What's your Limp?"

Click PLAY to be blessed today!

JAMES BURDETTE

Wife: Bethany
Tell us about your unique love story and why you would like to win the Ultimate Valentines Day Weekend:

13 years ago, I saw a dream working in the bakery at Albertsons. Over the next few weeks, I would stop into that Albertsons to buy cakes, and bread, and donuts, etc... I think that I ate more carbs in those few weeks than what is recommended in a few months. I finally got the guts to ask her out while buying sourdough bread bowls. Every day since has been as sweet as all of the pastries that I bought in her bakery.

He has won a delicious gourmet box of macarons and has been automatically entered into the running for our Grand Prize:
* Dinner for two * An overnight stay at the Westin Seattle * Pair of VIP tickets to Zach Williams: A Hundred Highways Tour on Friday, April 14th

Listen to our call with James!

We are celebrating with Janette today, having actually won the Secret Sound with her guess from yesterday, but finding out today! Confusing, right? Erica explains why they overturned the little judges decision yesterday... and while getting those details, you'll get to know Janette, her life experience, what they'll be doing with all the money from the United Faith Mortgage Piggy Bank, and why we are so thrilled for her to have won! May the Lord richly bless you and your family, Janette!

Click PLAY for a beautiful Secret Sound surprise reveal!

Micah Tyler is in the house and we think he sounds a little different now that he is an author. His new book “Walking Free” is out and we are so excited to talk with him about that. Erica also gets a chance to ask him about his new song, how he feels now that he has lost 100 pounds and more.

Click listen to learn to walk free!

We have partnered with Valentine Roofing to provide a new roof for someone in need! Erica was able to sit down with the owner, Connor to find out more about the heart behind this program and why they care about being the kind of company that people want in the community. Valentine Roofing has truly caught the spirit of serving!

About Valentine Roofing:
The Valentine Roofing Peace of Mind Program is one of the ways that they fulfill their mission “to serve and care for our neighbors.” They strive to create a long-lasting, positive impact in the communities they live and work in, across the Puget Sound. Every year Valentine Roofing installs new roofs, free of charge, for families and community members in need. Participants are nominated by someone within the community on our website using the nomination form here.**

Originally from Saigon, Dean remembers growing up hungry everyday. During the end of the Vietnam War, his mom put Dean on the last helicopter leaving Saigon, which brought him to Hawaii.

In Hawaii he served as a plaster man for 23 years. Towards the end of his time in Hawaii he was making nearly $500 per day, most of which was spent on drugs and alcohol. Dean recalls, “I found myself in a lot of trouble in a short time…. I was tired of the person I was.” One day Dean decided to leave the island and move to the states. He hitchhiked from San Francisco to Seattle.

He remembers being down on the waterfront, underdressed since he had just left Hawaii. On his laptop, he Googled “Homeless Shelters.” Seattle’s Union Gospel Mission provided him meals and a place to rest. He pictured himself staying for just 6 months, but early on he started the Mission’s recovery program and started seeing positive changes.

Dean was enrolled in enrolled in the Mission’s Recovery Program. Through counseling, bible teaching, and education, he started feeling the freedom through Christ who has died for our sins. Dean reveals, “I see myself as a man of confidence in Christ… I can lend a hand to someone and help them out… let them know that they are not alone.”

Dean has been sober since January 2015. He is a graduate of Seattle’s Union Gospel Mission year-long recovery program and manages food services operation at the Mission.

Listen to this incredible interview with Steve & Dean and hear this incredible story.

He is only 8 and he just testified in front of the state legislators to change the hearing aid laws in Washington. Hearing aids helped Hugo and he wants to make sure everyone can hear everything. He is so incredible! Erica talked with Hugo’s mom and this will truly warm your heart.

All Kids Bike Kicks Off At Hawthorne Elementary! by SPIRIT 105.3

Does Duncan ever get dizzy playing the drums? Find out here! Plus, you’ll learn how he became a drummer, what he would say to the kid who wants a drum set on his next birthday, more about the new song “I Speak Jesus,” and what it means to him! Click listen to be encouraged today.

Bring Your DOG To BLOOM '23 & More ~ A Chat With Kristen From Tulip Town! by SPIRIT 105.3

Fred Hammond is coming to town and he is a Gospel legend. You do not want to miss this experience. Erica had the opportunity to chat with Fred Hammond and you will love his gift of humor, his incredible musical talent and the wisdom he has about how we are all looking for a moment to get away. This is that moment. Click to listen and then get your tickets for his show this Saturday!

Cyndi Bunch just had her life turned into a movie. One night her son Phillip asked her an important question. That question sparked this story and the journey they’ve been on as a family. We can all make a difference right where we are. Learn more about 5,000 blankets and why a blanket is so important. Listen today to have your heart warmed and encouraged.

Goonies House Guy by SPIRIT 105.3

I have the fun privilege of talking to someone who loves working with tigers today! Telena shares what it's like to work with the "cats," how unique each one can be, and how she ended up working with them at the zoo. They're doing everything they can to keep these beautiful animals off the endangered species list. Click PLAY for a birds-eye view into this fascinating world!

Why Scone Saturdays Are Happening At McLendon's! by SPIRIT 105.3

One 29-year-old isn't wasting a minute between now and his 30th birthday! This guy is not dreading it... he's using the occasion to celebrate the unsung heroes among us who show up so that others can heal and be well. Bryan Tsiliacos is our very special guest today! Join Bryan and Erica for a conversation that will inspire you to do an act of INTENTIONAL kindness!

There is so much goodness and so many gut-punches in life... and God is present for all of it. Blessing Offor sings "Brighter days," and "The Goodness" with TobyMac on SPIRIT 105.3... and we're celebrating his new album, "My tribe," and his powerful new song, "Believe." Join Blessing and Erica for a gut-honest conversation about the goodness and the gut punches.

This story is 100% guaranteed to encourage you today! It's about how the good you do returns to you, how an act of kindness can have an awesome ripple effect, and how taking time to notice the people in your circle can bring a whole lot of people together like a giant group hug. When Butch Marion rang up exterminator Rory McCarty at Walmart, the 82-year-old veteran and grandpa didn't know his life was about to change forever. Join Rory and Erica for a conversation that will have you telling someone you love what happened over coffee. Click PLAY to rejuvenate your spirit today! Article: https://people.com/human-interest/walmart-employee-82-retires-stranger-raises-over-100k/

"Take that brave step and I can almost guarantee that as you open up your life, you'll find an incredible amount of understanding and grace and love..." ~Kristian Stanfill Hope is so often just one decision away. With the help of his God and his tribe, SPIRIT 105.3 artist Kristian Stanfill is living a life of sobriety and making new music that reflects his new life. Join Kristian and Erica for a conversation about his journey... and how he discovered that understanding, grace, and love were on the other side of telling his story. Click PLAY to fill your hope tank today!

Ya gotta love a good moose story! Officer Severin Erickson with the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife is our special guest today. Join Officer Erickson and Erica to hear how he (and a few other heroes) pulled this off... literally!

She loves chocolate, coffee, and hoodies, so she's already awesome. Jennifer Ervig is a wife, a mom, a local pastor, a really fun author, an encouraging friend, and our special guest today! Join Jen and Erica for a conversation about her new book "Help! I'm Saved ~ a Field Guide for Those New To Faith." Click PLAY for an inspiration latte.

Patrick Holland's canceled flight from Alaska to Washington became someone else's miracle. Now, the father of seven continues to wait on a new heart and to trust the Lord with every breath. Join Patrick and Erica for a conversation that will increase your faith and touch your heart. Click PLAY to hear what hope sounds like!

"For since we believe that Jesus died and was raised to life again, we also believe that when Jesus returns, God will bring back with Him the believers who have died." ~ 1 Thessalonians 4:14, mentioned in Brock Huard's tweet in honor of Dori Monson Many knew him as "the best friend they never met." Former Husky quarterback Brock Huard knew Dori Monson well... and he's here to remember the man who shared life on the radio in Seattle for decades. Days ago, Dori went home to be with the Lord after suffering a heart attack at the age of 61. Join Brock and Erica for a conversation about his dear friend that will inspire you to live a life for others.

Our local blood supply is now at code red emergency levels, but you can be a superhero just by rolling up your sleeve! Vicki from Bloodworks Northwest is back to chat about how easy the process is and how you can truly save a life by donating your blood and an hour of your time! Click PLAY to get inspired to give.

You know her best as the host of Inside Edition, but she's also the author of a best-selling book about gratitude... and thanks to one of her viewers, a cancer survivor. Deborah Norville is our special guest today! Join Deborah and Erica for a conversation that will inspire you to be more grateful in 2023.

We're on the brink of a brand-new year and they're getting ready to celebrate in the Emerald City! This year it's pyrotechnics + A DRONE SHOW! Randy from the Space Needle is our special guest today. Join Randy and Erica to hear more about the drone show, the best place to watch in Seattle, and more! Happy New Year to you!

45-55 mph winds are expected from Olympia to Seattle today and that's why we're so glad Jenn Strang from Seattle City Light is our special guest. Join Jenn and Erica for some tips on getting ahead of today's windstorm. Stay safe! Helpful Web page: https://www.seattle.gov/city-light/outages

Sammamish Animal Sanctuary Volunteers sacrificed their own comfort during last Friday's crazy ice storm to make sure the llamas, horses, donkeys, pigs, and bunnies were warm and fed. Diane Odegard, the founder of the sanctuary for abandoned and neglected animals, is our special guest today. Join Diane and Erica for a mini chat that will warm your heart like a heat lamp warms a stall! Click PLAY to hear about snuggling bunnies. 🙂 Website: https://www.sammamishanimalsanctuary.com/

Seattle Fire Department Chief Harold Scoggins called Erica right after he gave blood! Click PLAY to hear about the chief's experience, why giving blood makes all the difference, and how urgently this gift is needed right now! To donate: https://www.bloodworksnw.org/donate

Vanessa Benavente plays the beautiful role of Mary on "The Chosen," and she is our very special guest today! Join Vanessa and Erica for a sweet conversation about playing the important and connective role of the mother of Jesus, what it was like being with child during season 3, and how wonderful it is that these people who walked with Jesus are portrayed as humans in this history making series.

The sound of hope is ringing out across the Evergreen State with every Salvation Army bell. Join Colonel Cindy Foley and Erica for a conversation about how the Salvation Army is literally giving Christmas to families in the northwest this holiday season! donations: northwestredkettle.org volunteer: volunteer.usawest.org

Join Mike and Erica for a chat about road conditions and wait, what? WSDOT has named some of their snowplows? How cool is that? 🙂

When grown-up kids come home for Christmas, it's a joy and it's complicated! And that's why Joannie DeBrito, a licensed counselor with Focus on the Family is our special guest today! Brew a cup of peppermint tea and join Joannie and Erica for a conversation about how to navigate the complicated as you embrace the joy.

There are so many people working behind the scenes of the world's bad news headlines to do SO MUCH GOOD! Leah Hammon is the nutritional director for Homage Senior Services, which fuels the Meals on Wheels program in Snohomish County... and our special guest today. Join Leah and Erica to find out how they're making sure no one they serve will grow hungry this winter. Meals on Wheels: https://homage.org/nutrition/meals-on-wheels/

One family in Everett received a gift you can’t wrap this Christmas. But if you could, the label would say: “It’s gonna be okay.” Tunnel to Towers is a nonprofit which was started to honor Stephen Siller, a brave New York City firefighter who lost his life in a selfless effort to save others on 9/11. And that organization has taken a huge burden off the shoulders of Kelli Rocha… they just paid off her house. In March of this year, Kelli’s husband Officer Daniel Rocha lost his life in the line of duty. Now the mother of his children can take a deep breath this holiday season. Kelli and her sons can live on in their home in Stanwood, and make new memories this Christmas, even as they honor the ones they made with their husband and dad. John Huvane from Tunnel to Towers is our special guest today. Join John and Erica for a conversation that will inspire you today. Tunnel to Tower: https://t2t.org/

She says your kitchen table is the greatest ministry tool you have! Amy Hannon, author of the new book, "Gather and give," is our special guest today. Join Amy and Erica for a conversation that will have you texting a friend and inviting them to coffee at your home! Click PLAY for a conversation that pairs well with cocoa made on your stove and store-bought cookies. Amy's Website: https://amyhannon.com/gather-and-give/

Stop for cocoa and then stroll along one of Seattle's most festive streets this evening! The residents are closing the road for their guests tonight (12/14). Joseph Manalang lives on Candy Lane and he's our special guest today. Join Joseph and Erica for a chat about how this Emerald City tradition started and how it's going. Click play to feel like your hands are wrapped around a mug of cocoa and Christmas lights are reflecting in your eyes! P.S. Every other night this season, you can drive through and experience the joy of Christmas waiting to be discovered on Candy Cane Lane. :)

Zach Williams is in the house to talk about his brand-new Christmas song and much more! Pour yourself a peppermint mocha and join Zach and Erica for a "yuletide by the fireside" chat today! Click PLAY to do the Snoopy dance today. 🙂

We are happy to announce our third Home for the Holidays Winner, Susan! After losing her brother, Susan is reuniting with her dad and his wife this Christmas! Here is what she said regarding why she wanted to fly them home this Christmas: Two months ago, my brother Joe was killed by a drunk driver. We grew up here, but our father, Chuck, moved to Arizona a couple of years ago. I’d really like to bring my dad home for Christmas. I know this is not going to be an easy holiday for any of us, but I’d love for my dad to be able to spend it here, with me and my sons (his only grandchildren). Susan, please know that our hearts go out to all of you as you navigate the deep loss of your brother Joe. May the Lord richly bless your time together this Christmas. Special thanks to Gardner Roofing and Fischer Plumbing for reuniting families this holiday season.

Erica is talking to Marty Machowski about what Advent really means, and catching up on his family advent devotional, "The Light Before Christmas." We love this devotional so much - It's a biblical theme of light as a way to talk about Jesus' return to come. A beautiful reminder of what Advent is about and why we celebrate it. Click PLAY to be reminded of the return of the King!

Celebrate the beauty and magic of the holiday season during Wild Lanterns presented by BECU. Enjoy Sensory Friendly nights on December 13, 2022 and January 12, 2023 which will feature special low sensory experiences to provide a comfortable holiday adventure for everyone. Details: https://www.zoo.org/wildlanterns

Jennifer Tucker, author of the book, "Breath As Prayer," is our special guest today!

Our sister ministry World Concern is catching the spirit with their annual Global Gift Guide and YOU can be a part of making a difference. Your gift of a goat, bible, clean water, etc., purchased on behalf of a friend or coworker will help children and families struggling with poverty in different parts of the world. Here's how it works: Browse a catalog of various meaningful gifts you can purchase on Pick an e-card or greeting card to send them to share the meaningful impact of the gift. Your gift directly impacts lives and provides critical resources to help those who are struggling Simple things to us are life-changing for others in this world. Will you catch the spirit with us and give a gift of hope to someone? Click PLAY to find out how! Catch the Spirit is sponsored by our friends at Fellowship Home Loans.

This month, Harborstone Credit Union wants to shine a light on the work at Gig Harbor Peninsula FISH Food Bank. They have been serving the community since 1976. Everyone in the greater Gig Harbor/Key Peninsula area belongs to GHP FISH by nature of contributing food, money, clothing or housewares; by volunteering in some aspect of its operation, or by receiving services.

Make a Wish Washington just granted their 8,000th wish! 5-year-old May has been battling cancer almost her whole life. Make a Wish made her dreams come true by flying her to Disney World! Thank you to Valentine Roofing for helping us share stories of people doing good and Catching the Spirit in our community. Do you know someone or an organization sharing kindness in our community? Let us know for a chance to be featured!

Get carried away without ever leaving the ground this Christmas season. A hot air balloon GLOW is coming to Greenlake! Join Eliav, a hot air balloon pilot from Seattle Ballooning, and Erica for a conversation that will literally lift your spirits! Click PLAY and you'll want to GO to the GLOW. 🙂 Details about the event: "Seattleites are in for an epic event! Have you ever seen a hot air balloon up close? How about 5 of them glowing during the night next to Greenlake! Get your camera ready because you'll want some photos as these 100 feet tall, beautiful creatures light up the park with stunning colors. Join us on December 10th from 4:30-5:30 pm."

Congratulations to Victoria from Everett on being our second Home For The Holidays Winner! This was going to be Victoria's first Christmas spent without her parents, who live in California. Her story is wonderful, including years of service in the Navy (she's now retired), a beautiful bond with her parents, and a story of deep love and adoption. Christmas has always been a special event for her family... A time filled with traditions, love and laughter. This Christmas, Victoria will be surprising her Mom and flying her here so they can spend it together! We are so happy for you, Victoria! May this Christmas be so very special for you and your family.

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Get the "prayer ball" rolling with these 5 LEGIT prompts: WOW! UGH! I'M SORRY! THANK YOU! PLEASE! Riley Taylor is the pastor of Calvary Fellowship in Mount Lake Terrace and the author of a brand-new children's book called, "I Pray, You Pray," inspired by the prayers of Jesus and the Psalms. Join Riley, his lovely wife Bhritney, and Erica for an honest conversation about talking with God about everything! Click PLAY to get the prayer ball rolling in your life!

Peggy is flying to Chicago to see her son John for the holidays! John has been faithfully serving as a pastor, and he and his wife haven't seen Peggy for 5 years! Special thanks to Gardner Roofing and Fischer Plumbing for reuniting families this holiday season.

Peet Montzingo is from Shoreline and grew up listening to SPIRIT 105.3. He has millions of followers on TicTok and Instagram, and written a #1 best selling book called, Little Imperfections: A Tall Tale of Growing Up Different. He wrote it from his experience of being the only tall person in his family of little people, and wanted to encourage people that if you feel different in any way, no matter what you think your weaknesses are, those can actually be your strengths! For kids being made fun of or bullied, Peet encourages you to just be yourself. Remember that what matters is for you to accept and love yourself, and then love others the same way. There's power in believing in yourself. Don't hide. Be confident in being YOU! Click PLAY for an encouraging punch of Peet today!

Take a listen to this fun call with Erica today, as he WINS the Secret Sound!

Eric won the Secret Sound today and we are celebrating his win today! Eric had a heart attack 4 months ago and this will be a blessing in helping take that financial burden off his shoulders. He brings some great wisdom to the table and we're walking away rejoicing with him and thankful for his life. The extra $1,000 you're wondering about? Well, he's giving it to his mom, who refers to as a saint, and wants to give her a sweet blessing as well. Click PLAY to warm up your heart today!

When you think of Thanksgiving, you think of plenty, but for some of our neighbors they think of an empty table. Erica and Pastor Steve from Eastridge Church, talk about what Thanksgiving looks like for so many people this year. Eastridge Church will be providing 1,500 FREE turkey's and bags of groceries with all the Thanksgiving fixings. Their goal through the event is to demonstrate to its neighbors that Eastridge cares by providing a meal this Thanksgiving. With recent news that 1-in-4 Americans plan to skip Thanksgiving this year to save money, we are grateful that this giveaway comes at the right time to help people and families gather around the table for a holiday meal. When: Saturday, November 19, starting at 9 a.m., while supplies last. Where: The Issaquah Campus of Eastridge Church 24205 Issaquah-Fall City Road, Issaquah The West Seattle Campus of Eastridge Church 4500 39th Avenue SW, Seattle The 1,500 dinner packages will be given out first-come, first-served, with no demonstration of need required to receive the assistance. Click PLAY for a beautiful act of serving those in need.

Wishes and dreams are not something you can usually see with your eyes... you have to picture them with your heart. Five-year-old Maeve has been battling a very aggressive cancer for more than half her life and has spent more time in the hospital than at home... but this past week she got to hang out in the happiest place on earth. A wish in her heart came true for all to see! Maeve, dressed up as a cute little cowgirl, walked into Sea-Tac Airport with her family last Tuesday and into a barnyard themed party. The occasion? The granting of Make-A-Wish Alaska and Washington's 8000th wish: Maeve's! Kathryn Mueller from Make-A-Wish is our very special guest today. Join Kathryn and Erica for a conversation about how when a wish comes true, hope and joy are spread like pixie dust. Click PLAY to smile from "Mickey ear to Mickey ear" today! Website: https://wish.org/akwa

"We never can figure out who's getting more blessed... the people who make the quilts or the people who receive the quilts." ~Cindy Hoover The mission of Quilts of Valor will make you want to put your hand over your heart and recite the pledge of allegiance. Caring Americans right here in the Evergreen State are making quilts for our precious veterans and presenting them with honor. Cindy Hoover is the State Coordinator for Quilts of Valor in Washington and our very special guest today. Join Cindy and Erica for a conversation about this outstanding organization. Click PLAY to feel like you're wrapped in a warm quilt sewn with love.

Kate from Everett is just nine years old and making a difference in her classroom! She wrote anonymous notes of encouragement to all of her classmates on the first day of school to see the look of gratitude on their faces. Kate is a reminder to us all that writing notes any time of the year is a great way to share kindness. Special thanks to Fellowship Home Loans for helping us share stories of people catching the spirit by doing good in the community.

A precious student's life was taken at Ingraham High in North Seattle yesterday. Dr. Gregg Jantz from A Place of Hope, who is a voice of hope in our community, is here with words of hope and reassurance.

A modern podcast. An old-fashioned love story. A rom com for that's like a one size fits all sweater for the whole family this Christmas season! Director Hunter West and Lead Actress, Jennica Schwartzman, are our special guests today! Join Hunter, Jennica, and Erica for a conversation about this fun plot and why watching movies like this feels a lot like coming home. Click PLAY to feel like you're curled up on the sofa with fuzzy socks on your feet and your hands wrapped around a cup of cocoa... with extra marshmallows.

Winter has arrived early, but thank God there are people who are making sure everyone has the opportunity to keep warm. Lynsey Gagnon is one of them... and our special guest today. As the Executive Director of the Community Resource Centers for Volunteers of America Western Washington, her job is to oversee the cold weather shelters in Snohomish and Monroe. Join Lynsey and Erica for a conversation about how she and her team of colleagues and volunteers are taking care of people in our community right now. Click PLAY to hear about people up to something GOOD!

The remains of 99 heroes who served our country have been found and now they will finally be honored in Seattle this Monday at Evergreen Washelli Funeral Home and Cemetery. The ceremony is taking place thanks to the incredibly inspiring work of Service Corporation International (SCI) and the Missing in America Project (MIAP). Now our heroes, once lost to time and history, will be honored and laid to rest. Scott Sheehan from Evergreen Washelli is our special guest today. Join Scott and Erica for a conversation about this important ceremony and what's happening today on the grounds in honor of Veteran's Day. Click PLAY to feel proud to be an American. Press release: https://kates-boylston.com/forgotten-veterans-will-receive-full-military-honors/ Evergreen Washelli: https://www.dignitymemorial.com/funeral-homes/seattle-wa/evergreen-washelli-funeral-home/8363

"There's no cookie cutting or sugar coating things on The Chosen... we really dive deep and show you some raw incredible human emotion." ~Lara Silva, "Eden" on The Chosen She's full of love and feisty. She's brave and bold. She's Peter's wife Eden on The Chosen... a compelling series that dives into the messy lives of the first people Jesus called to follow Him. On this show, men and women on the pages of your bible spring to life. These people sweat and doubt and laugh and cry and rant and rave... and Jesus loves them through it all. He shows so much compassion and kindness toward Eden, Peter's wife, as she wrestles with her husband's calling. When He looks at her with such love in His eyes, it's as if He is looking at us. Eden, also known as Lara Silva, is our special guest today! Join Lara and Erica for a conversation about her dynamic role on the show and her real life, season 3 ~ coming to THEATERS on 11/18! And is it weird to see her colleagues in modern clothes? Click PLAY to find out and go behind the scenes with one of our favorite characters on the show!

"People can tell when you really care about them. There's just something about a smile and a heartfelt extension of yourself in that plate... and they can feel the love of God." ~Ravon Johnson, SUGM’s Senior Church Partnership Program Manager, on how God shows His love when you serve a meal to someone in need. Turkey prices are up 70% from 2021 and that’s not the only thing… the hopes of everyone at Seattle’s Union Gospel Mission (SUGM) are up too! We all believe that, together, we can make sure no one goes hungry this Thanksgiving. Last year, the Mission received 900 requests for turkeys. This year, 1500 families have already reached out and the goal is to help every single one. Our special guest today is Ravon Johnson, SUGM’s Senior Church Partnership Program Manager. Join Ravon and Erica for a conversation about how God can use a turkey and people who really care to show His love. Click PLAY to find out how putting a turkey on the table of a family in need is an extension of God's hands. Website for all the 411: https://www.ugm.org/turkeys

A wee Wonder Woman, a tiny Flash, a handful of miraculous mini-M&M's, and other little wonders were spotted this week at the Overlake NICU. For several years, the amazing nurses on this unit have been making precious costumes for the babies in their care. Their heart-melting work is something we are celebrating today on SPIRIT 105.3. Melissa, one of the superhero nurses, is our special guest today! Join Melissa and Erica for a conversation about why they make this happen, what it means to the families, and how they shine the light of hope during the holidays too. Click PLAY to warm up your heart today!

"Even when my dad was gasping for air and couldn't breathe on his own, he was worshipping God." ~Angie Lustyuk, SPIRIT 105.3 Promotions Lead In March of 2020, Angue Lustyuk's dad was in the hospital with Covid and put on a ventilator twice. Something beautiful happened in the middle of that battle... and Angie was reminded of it during an Elevation Worship concert in Seattle last Sunday night. Join Angie and Erica to hear her powerful full circle story. Click PLAY to remember about how faithful God is today! The Blessing VID: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zp6aygmvzM4

You've picked the cutest ones in the patch, and scooped out all the goop, And now you're ready to toss those pumpkins on your front stoop! Don't put them in the trash... that's what we do the most, Avoid the landfill... feed the wildlife or think COMPOST! :) Joe Basille from the King County Solid Waste Division is our special guest today. Join Joe and Erica for a fast chat about how to properly say goodbye to your pumpkins!

“The only good thing about cancer is that God can be glorified.” ~Deborah’s favorite quote "I Think I'm Supposed To Show People How to die…” God gave my amazing friend Deborah an incredibly special assignment. The bible says that Enoch and Noah were human beings who walked with God. I’d put Deborah in that group. She's one of the bravest people I've ever known. For years now, she's been battling cancer... and over the last few months she's been an extraordinary example of how to die with grit and grace. She did hospice karaoke. She picked me up on her e-bike after work one day and we rode up the street. She became a nurse magnet at the hospital. The joy of the Lord is her strength and it's like she welcomes you into her bubble of joy. A few weeks ago, when Deborah arrived on Heaven's "doorstep," I met her for once last latte. We sat in her mom's beautiful home overlooking the breathtaking mountains and talked about life and death, faith and friendship, and the wonder of Heaven, our Home. Her three beautiful children were close by, and her loving husband Nick sat at the table with us. I listened to their stories, stitched together by God's faithfulness and blessings, and His great love for this family. It is my privilege to share our conversation with you. You are Loved, Erica P.S. If this conversation is stirring something in your heart, please click here: https://www.spirit1053.com/who-is-jesus/

"There were times it felt like a dry season. Am I ever going to sing again? Am I ever going to do the thing that I love again? And I would say to anybody that is in that... in-between, that God is still intentional with all the in-betweens too and every season and every changing of the leaves... and He's going to show you what that means over time." ~Rachael Lampa, SPIRIT 105.3 Artist Play her song "Blessed" and chances are, you'll remember Rachael Lampa! She has a musical soul and a giant heart for people... and SHE IS BACK singing a brand-new beautiful song with TobyMac. You're probably already singing it ~ "Perfectly Loved." Join Rachael and Erica for a conversation about having a new baby and nesting, the only One Who can love us perfectly, what God did in what she calls her "musical drought," and what she's been up to every Monday night for the past 14 years. Click PLAY to feel perfectly loved in your in-between season!

She's a beautiful (inside and out) ice skater who spins out smiles for the young and the young at heart. He's a host with a heart for bringing others happiness. Our special guests are going to skate their way right into your heart today! China and her Prince Charming, Patrick from Disney on Ice are here! Their brand-new show, Road Trip Adventures is coming to Kent this weekend and Everett next week. Join Patrick, China, and Erica for a conversation about perseverance, faith, purpose, joy, and common ground. And how do you NOT get dizzy when you spin?! China's answer might surprise you. Click PLAY to have a more magical day!

A picture really is worth a thousand words. Someone snapped a picture days ago that is telling a powerful story about what it means to be part of a hardworking American family. On Saturday, one man wrapped up a long, hard shift in the coal mine and didn't hit the shower. He picked up his son (who aims to be a coal miner when he grows up) and they hustled to watch the Kentucky Wildcats play. Someone took a photo of them.... the son, excited and scrubbed clean, and the father, covered in soot from the mine. John Calipari, Head Coach for the Wildcats, was so inspired that he posted these words on social media: "My family's American dream started in a Clarksburg, WV coal mine, so this picture hits home. From what I've been told, after his shift, he raced to be with his son & watch our team. Don't know who this is, but I have tickets for him & his family at Rupp to be treated as VIPs!!" Now we know the man's name - Michael McGuire - and his wife Mollie is our special guest today. Join Mollie and Erica for a conversation about hard work, family, sacrifice... and how it all boils down to love. Click PLAY to hear from the heart of a coal miner's wife. Article: https://people.com/sports/coal-miner-dedication-kentucky-basketball-coach-john-calipari/

When she makes cookies on Instagram, you have to stop scrolling and enjoy the show. She takes dough and buttercream and makes the dreamiest confections. She's a cookie book writer and a mom who's so full of love, she'll melt your heart like frosting on a plate of cookies too close to the fire. 🙂 And now, Emily Hutchinson has the recipe for the sweetest show on your TV this holiday season. Join Emily and Erica for a conversation about craving more wholesome TV, her brand new show, and wait... what is a SKILLET COOKIE?! Click PLAY to get in the Christmas SPIRIT and learn more about the Great American Family Channel! Find the show: https://greatamericancommunity.com/artist/emily_hutchinson

Rod Crawford is a spider curator at the University of Washington's Burke Museum, a spider myth buster, and our special guest today! Join Rod and Erica for a conversation about how the 8-legged creatures are so misunderstood! And when you find a giant house spider in YOUR house and escort it outside, are you helping it? Rod's answer may surprise you! Click PLAY to hear about how spiders are really not our enemies... but our friends!

Visiting the Leavenworth Reindeer Farm is a magical experience for all ages... it's family-run and Santa-approved! You can enter the pen, pet real reindeer, and take photos so your friends believe it actually happened! Erika Bowie from the Leavenworth Reindeer Farm is our special guest today! Join Erika and Erica for a conversation about why film crews have been visiting and get a special discount for YOU if you visit THIS weekend. Click PLAY to feel like you're sipping hot cider in a Christmas movie and notice a reindeer in the snowy scene out your frosty window! Cloudy with a Chance of Christmas filmed in Leavenworth 🙂 Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7EwYlvjzyXs Web: https://www.leavenworthreindeer.com/ Insta: https://www.instagram.com/leavenworthreindeerfarm/?hl=en

“My dad was a professional,” Alvin says. “He was a musician, so very seldom he was home.” With his father on the road all the time, Alvin’s mother left the family for another relationship, leaving him to be raised by his grandmother. Alvin recalls being abused as a child. “My grandmother … would chastise you with a belt, stick, chair, whatever she could get her hands on,” he says. In addition to the abuse, she and the other adults in Alvin’s life, including both parents, aunts, and uncles, struggled with alcohol, leading him to start drinking at an early age. Alvin’s high school years were marked by being high or drunk, behavior that continued into adulthood. Catch Alvin's whole story in the link below!

Graeme Carvlin from the Puget Sound Clean Air Agency is our special guest today. Join Graeme and Erica for a helpful chat about how conditions are dangerously smoky today and how you and I can take precautions and stay safe. Click PLAY to STAY in the know! website: https://pscleanair.gov/

Get ready to drop, cover, and hold on at 10:20 this AM! It's time to SHAKE! Get your phones ready to take pics of your students and your coworkers! Then post your pics and videos on social media using: #Shakeout Steven Friederich from the Great Washington ShakeOut is our special guest today. Join Steven and Erica for a chat about what it is and why you and I shouldn't shake it off today. Click PLAY for an ounce of prevention... that's truly worth a pound of cure. Website: https://www.shakeout.org/washington/

Our special guest today is joy personified! New SPIRIT 105.3 Artist Blessing Offor is in the house. He sings soul-expanding songs like "Brighter Days," and "The Goodness" with TobyMac. Join Blessing and Erica for a conversation about being part of a song that's proof his friend's heart is healing, why he moved from Nigeria to America when he was six, how being blind makes him a better musician, and so much more... GOODNESS! Click PLAY to hear how Blessing lives up to his name!

Need a little more love and sunshine in your world? Dozens of adorable dogs, cats, and guinea pigs from Florida are ready to start over here in the northwest. Hurricane Ian left them all homeless, but now it's time for a new LEASH on life. Brandon from Seattle Humane is our special guest today! Join Brandon and Erica for a conversation about how the animals are doing after a big cross-country flight, how they get the green light for adoption, and how you can choose a new forever friend with whiskers or paws! Click PLAY to be inspired by all the people conspiring to help pets. A big thanks to Seattle Humane and YOU for catching the SPIRIT in the Emerald City!

They're calling it the greatest comeback in Mariners' history and our friends Madeline and Derek were there to witness it with their own eyes. Join Madeline and Erica for a conversation about what it was like to be at that heart stopping, history making game on Saturday in Toronto! Click PLAY to re-live the happy chaos.

"In Minnesota, it just shouldn’t happen. It’s like winning the Tour de France on a Big Wheel. You know, you can only hope, but it worked." ~ Travis Gienger, Pumpkin Grower Our special guest today knows how to squash the competition! Travis Gienger, a horticulture teacher from Minnesota, grew a gargantuan pumpkin and he didn't make one pie! He babied it on a 35-hour road trip to California with the goal of trying to win the 49th World Championship Pumpkin Weigh-Off! Travis won the contest, as his labor of love weighed in at 2,560 pounds and that set a new record! Join Travis and Erica for a conversation about growing a pumpkin of this magnitude, traveling with it, and how the super squash got its fantastic name. Click PLAY for a BIG smile today!

"God gave you a future that's brighter than bright, So, follow your dreams and let your passion take flight! The sky is the limit and soon you will see, That you can be anything you want to be!" ~Ainsley Earhardt It's so much sweeter than saying "Happy Birthday!" It's something our special guest's mom always said to her as a little girl. And now, it's a beautiful children's book... #2 on Amazon right now! "I'm So Glad You Were Born," is taking up more than a place on bookshelves around the country... the phrase is taking up space in our hearts too. Mom, News Anchor, and Author Ainsley Earhardt is with us today. You may know her from the news, or you may be meeting her for the first time today. Either way, you'll feel like you made a new friend! Join Ainsley and Erica for a conversation about how special moms are, God answered her prayer and made her a mom, how words of life can be passed down through the generations, why she didn't put the emphasis on NFL players and rock stars in this book and why she highlighted teachers and preachers and caretakers instead... and so much more goodness. Click PLAY to remember you're here on purpose for a purpose! The book: https://books.ainsleye.com/

"I'm able to go to Him with everything now. The downs are not nearly as far down as they were for me before... and the highs are even higher than any drug!" ~New SPIRIT 105. Artist Ben Fuller Sing it with me! "I'm a child of the Most High God and the Most High God's for me!" One more time! "I'm a child of the Most High God and the Most High God's for me!" Amen! Our special guest today sings that new song we are loving on SPIRIT 105.3~ "Who I am." Ben Fuller is in the house! Join Ben and Erica for a conversation about the roller coaster of life and how God is with us with every twist and turn. Click PLAY for a conversation about what the words in Ben's song mean to him as a new believer in Christ, overcoming addiction, why he never auditioned more than half the guys in his band, Little Debbie tree treats, and MORE!

It's a big day in the Emerald City. Our Mariners are in the playoffs and maybe they'll hear us cheering all the way in Toronto! M's Hall of Famer Dan Wilson has raised the Mariners' flag and now it's waving proudly from atop the Space Needle, Seattle's rallying point! Karen Olson, Chief Marketing Officer for the Space Needle, is our special guest today! Join Karen, Erica, and Steve for a mini chat about this exciting moment in our city's history! Click PLAY to get those mental pom poms going! GO M's!!!

Shelves are running critically low in the pantries of our local food banks, but so many wonderful people are still extending a helping hand up to anyone who needs one. One of them is our special guest today. We are delighted to introduce you to a new friend of the show, Steven Woodard from Volunteers of America, Western Washington Food Banks. Join Steven and Erica for a conversation about how he and his team of volunteers are serving our communities with compassion. Click PLAY to remember the good happening behind the scenes where you live! Website: https://www.voaww.org/foodbank

IT'S RAINING IN SEATTLE! The 21-year-long playoffs drought is OVER, thanks to a team that refuses to give up and plays their hearts out every game. Tim Gaydos, chaplain for our M's is our special guest today. Join Tim, Erica, and Steve for a conversation about our drought breakers that will have you on your feet cheering before the first post-season second. Click PLAY to hear which song someone on Twitter matched up with the video of Cal Raleigh's epic, Seattle history-making homerun!

Thousands of helpers are headed to Florida to support people recover from Hurricane Ian, one of the most powerful storms in US history. We are inspired by people who run toward the danger for the sake of others. One of the many thousands of heroes doing just that is our special guest today! Ethan Forhetz from Convoy of Hope called Erica on the road to the Sunshine State this morning. Join Ethan and Erica from Convoy of Hope for a conversation about what's happening in Florida this morning and how so many wonderful people are marshalling to offer help and hope!

"He wouldn't tell us to cast our cares if we weren't gonna have them." #whoa ~Producer Sherri She's equally fun and wise... and her laugh should be a ringtone. Producer Sherri from the Brant Hansen Show is our special guest today. These two crazy wonderful people do their show in Florida where Hurricane Ian is wreaking havoc. Join Sherri and Erica for a conversation about trusting God through the storms, her mom, Miss Bev's crazy plane trip home as Ian was hurtling toward Florida, and hurricane snacks. Click PLAY to feel a little wiser and lighter.

His mama played the organ every Sunday... and she practiced on Saturday nights too. His dad was a worship minister. And their family lived across the street from the church... let's just say worship music runs in his family! Our special guest today has probably encouraged you a thousand times. Every day, Chris Brown, lead singer of Elevation Worship, leads us a touch closer to God with songs like "Same God," Rattle," and "See a Victory." Join Chris and Erica for a conversation about passing down stories about God's faithfulness through the generations, autumn things, and how did a 12-year-old girl influence the lyrics of their latest song? And wait, Chris likes to shop for what?! Click PLAY for that first sip of pumpkin spice latte feeling... that will last and last.

Let them eat cake! It's a famous French saying... and I'm not sure it included dogs, but it should have because dogs have birthdays too! Dawn Ford from the Seattle Barkery is our special guest today! You're going to love her day job! Join Dawn, Erica, and Steve for a fun conversation about baking dogs happy. Click PLAY for a sweet chat about what happens when you find your purpose... and it just happens to make people and pets smile! Oh, and an inside glimpse into dog parties. Website: https://www.theseattlebarkery.com/

"Even though I can't understand the why or the how, I do know the Who and He is present with us." ~Jordan St. Cyr He sings "Fires" and "Weary Traveler" and well, he and his family are on a significant journey with God right now. Jordan St. Cyr is our special guest today! Join Jordan, Erica, and Steve for a conversation about how God has been with this family every step of the way. Click PLAY for a conversation about trusting God THROUGH the hard times.

The barn doors at the Evergreen State Fairgrounds are wide open today for animals needing sanctuary from the Bolt Creek Fire. Join Amy Craven from the Evergreen State Fair and Erica for a mini chat about how the fairgrounds have become a sanctuary right now for animals who had to evacuate from their homes, and how the community is rallying with donations of bedding for all creatures great and small!

They call it the burger that made the Fair famous... Hamburger Myers is celebrating their 100th anniversary at the Puyallup this season! Sheri DeVore, current owner of the legendary hamburger stand, is our special guest today. Join Sheri, Erica, and Steve for a conversation about the burger, the history behind it, and the people who love it. Click PLAY for a hearty serving of community spirit with extra love.

Keb is a search and rescue Labrador retriever from Edmonds who's been nominated for a national award: Hero Dog of the Year! He and his faithful trainer have taken on mountains, tackled blackberry bushes, and traversed through waist-deep mud together. And that's just the tip of the iceberg! Hero dog trainer Suzanne Eshult is our special guest today. Join Suzanne, Erica, and Steve for a conversation about their adventures, why she got involved in this meaningful work, and how you can find your passion at any age. Click PLAY to start pondering fresh, creative ways to stoke the fire of your life!

Matthew West has a new song on SPIRIT 105.3, and it makes him cry... for all the right reasons! Join Matthew and Erica for a candid conversation about the new hit, "Me on Your Mind," a tale of two lists, living a life of gratitude, and loving the Lord with your mind. Click PLAY to remember how God is always thinking about you... and how when Jesus was on the cross, YOU were on His mind! You are Loved.

"The turmoil in this life is in 2D and God's economy is in like 10D! Man, if we could just look up, this moment wouldn't be so scary. If we trust in Him, He opens our eyes to be able to see." ~SPIRIT Artist, Jordan Feliz He reminds you all the time that "Jesus is coming back," on SPIRIT 105.3. And whether he's taking us down to "the River," or singing about who you are ~ "Beloved," or getting you to dance in your car to "Next to me," Jordan Feliz is a party! And he's bringing the hope and fun to Eastside Church in Bothell this Friday! Join Jordan, Erica, and Steve for a conversation about pumpkin spice lattes, a sweet back to school pep talk, the week-long panic attack that changed everything and drew him closer to the Lord and wait... God sees in 10D? Cool! Click PLAY to activate supernatural vision today! 🙂

Mr. Rogers said, “The best teacher in the world is someone who loves what he or she does, and just loves it in front of you." Our special guest today is Jenna Sagen, a wonderful educator at Grass Lake Elementary. She is so proud of the two moms, Jennifer Giampapa and Meg Heron, and of the community, for rallying to feed kids who depend on free lunch during the teachers' strike in Kent. Join Jenna, Erica, and Steve for a chat with a grateful difference maker. Click PLAY to hear a super-positive verbal report card for the Kent community!

Jennifer Liggett Giampapa was making peanut butter and jelly sandwiches in her kitchen when she had a thought that completely turned her routine on its head and set fire to her heart... with the teachers currently on strike in the Kent School District, who was feeding the kids who depend on free lunch? Shortly after making inquiries, Jennifer met Meg Heron and together, these two rock star mamas from Grass Lake Elementary School started a grassroots movement. You're going to love getting to know our very special guests today! Join Jennifer, Meg, Erica and Steve for a conversation about why they're pressing pause on their own busy lives to feed kids, the difference they're making, and how the community is rallying around their extraordinary efforts. Click PLAY for a heaping helping pure positivity today with a side of hope!

"Taste and see that the LORD is good. Oh, the joys of those who take refuge in Him!" ~Psalm 34:8 She stirred up the love of God and a passion for food, added a bit of elbow grease, and cooked up something wonderful! Our special guest today is Irene Sun, author of the delightful new children's book: "Taste and See... All about God's Goodness!" Join Irene and Erica for a conversation about the highchair moment that inspired this amazing mom, a recipe for MANNA cookies, and a time in her life when she discovered sometimes our dreams are way too small. Click PLAY to hear a wonderful story about love and sacrifice. Find the book here: https://newgrowthpress.com/new-book-releases/upcoming-christian-books/taste-and-see-all-about-gods-goodness/

He sings songs like "Stand in Faith," and "Love God, Love People," from his soul... and he simply does LIFE with gusto. Danny Gokey, daddy of 4, is in the HOUSE! Join Danny, Erica, and Steve for a conversation about the connection between summer boredom and gratitude, pool life with the fam, a deep dive into Jesus... the bread of life, plus a back to school pep talk! And wait, what happened during the interview that was unexpected? Find the Neosporin! Click PLAY to put a little wind in your sails as we cruise from summer into fall ~ together!

A survivor of abuse, a foster child, now a foster parent, a wife, a mom, and author of Fostered: One Woman's Powerful Story of Finding Faith and Family through Foster Care, Hope is the perfect middle name for Tori! She shares what her life journey has been like; from living in foster homes, how her track coach became her dad, and all the way to becoming Mrs. Universe. It's a story of Jesus filling in the gaps of her life, loving her all the way through the everyday pieces of life, and fueling her passion to advocate for those who society would call, "the least of these." Click PLAY for HOPE!

During the school season, we might not have all the answers, but we can seek the one who does! -Tara L. Cole Today's boost of hope comes from our wonderful guest, author Tara L. Cole, as we talk about the importance of soaking our school age kids in prayer... every day. Tara is the author of Everyday Prayers For The School Year and today we're all up in the business of what to pray, how to pray, and the power of prayer for our kids while they're at school. A couple of focused prayer items for their: Physical protection: heart, body & minds Friendships: That good friends will enter into their lives Anxiety & depression: That they TRULY know who they are in Christ... Click PLAY for the very best advise you'll hear all day!

Think about the things you do every day: brush your teeth, text someone you love, drink a cup of coffee. Our special guest started adding one cool thing to his "everyday list" and it's about way more than baseball... it's about making friends and stretching the boundaries of your comfort zone. M's fan John Scukanec from Washougal is in the house! Join John and Erica for a conversation about how playing catch and meeting new friends are like hand in glove!

"He's working the things that don't make sense in your life right now together so that tomorrow you can step into a new grace, a new peace and fresh joy... 'Weeping may endure for a night but joy WILL come in the morning!' " ~Tauren Wells Your day is about to get brighter because Tauren Wells is in the house! He sings songs that light you up from within like... "Hills & Valleys," "Known," "God's not done with you," and "Miracles." God's love absolutely shines through his music and in all areas of his life! Today, you'll get to know him as a singer, a husband and daddy of four, and yes, a preacher! Join Tauren, Erica, and Steve for a conversation about the Fair, joy, and miracles... plus, a back-to-school pep talk and a singing lesson! And wait... what does "Let it fall out of your chin" mean? LOL. Click PLAY to go from sleepy-tired to deeply inspired!

10 huge trucks loaded up with clothes, beds, furniture, and the love of Jesus... rolled up to the Tacoma Dome on Saturday. Thousands of needs were met at Abraham's House Festival of Giving! And so much more happened on a deeper level. Join Tina, Erica, and Steve for an incredible report about all God did this weekend in Pierce County. Click PLAY to fill up your spirit to the max... like one of those semi-trucks!

Evey time Mariner Paul Sewald strikes out an opponent, it's a win for families in Seattle because #37 and his wife Molly donate $200 to Eastside Baby Corner (EBC). As parents of a sweet little daughter named Chloe, they are all about helping families make ends meet. Seattle has embraced them, and this is the Sewald way of hugging back! Katie from EBC is our very special guest today. Join Katie, Erica, and Steve for a conversation about how EBC is offering a hand up and a deep breath to moms and dads in the Emerald City. Click PLAY for a chat about babies and baseball! Yes! 🙂

Get ready for your cup to RUNNETH OVER! SPIRIT artist Andrew Ripp is in the house! He sings that catchy new song, "Fill my cup," and it pretty much sums up this conversation. Join Andrew, Erica, and Steve for a venti-size serving of encouragement today. Click PLAY to fill your cup with faith and hope!

Make some super-fun summer memories this Saturday! A fantastic community festival kicks off at 3:30 at Eastridge Church in Issaquah. On the fun menu: LIVE music, inflatables, BBQ, a backpack giveaway for families in need, lots of basketball, former Seattle Sonics star Luke Ridnour will talk faith, and then... a FREE concert with one of the coolest artists on the radio right now! Picture you and your fam JAMMING tomorrow night when SPIRIT 105.3 artist Austin French sings "Good Feeling" out in the open air. Join Austin and Erica for a conversation about inflatables, shooting hoops, making simple summer memories, and wait... WHERE did Austin just play the FIRST ever Christian music festival and what did it feel like?! Click PLAY to get inspired and stoked for tomorrow!

Sarah chats with Logan from the band CAIN and gets exclusive access on his new nephew (born this week!) and the progress of his soon-to-be-born niece. They also chat outfit choices for the upcoming tour (Supersonics Green anyone?) and his other job as a professional, award-winning Cheerleader and why he can be found on YouTube throwing Steven Curtis Chapmans daughter in the air.

Our hearts beat about 100,000 times a day... that's 2.5 billion times over the course of our lives. In the day-to-day chaos, it can be easy to forget that life is fragile and so very precious. Our special guest today probably remembers more often than most. Jeff Siddiqui from Lynnwood received the incomparable gift of a heart several years ago when Sam Schumacher lost his life in a tragic motorcycle accident at the age of 22. Sam's decision to be an organ donor blessed so many people and his family is proud of the selfless decision he made that God used to make miracles for others. Join Jeff and Erica for a conversation about what it's like knowing you need a new heart, receiving one, and how it felt when Sam's mom listened to his... and Sam's heart. Click PLAY and you'll be putting your hand over your heart and remembering how wonderful it is to simply be alive today.

Make some super-fun summer memories this Saturday! A fantastic community festival kicks off at 3:30 at Eastridge Church in Issaquah. On the fun menu: LIVE music, inflatables, BBQ, a backpack giveaway for families in need, lots of basketball, former Seattle Sonics star Luke Ridnour will talk faith, and then... a FREE concert with one of the coolest artists on the radio right now! Picture you and your fam JAMMING tomorrow night when SPIRIT 105.3 artist Austin French sings "Good Feeling" out in the open air. Join Austin and Erica for a conversation about inflatables, shooting hoops, making simple summer memories, and wait... WHERE did Austin just play the FIRST ever Christian music festival and what did it feel like?! Click PLAY to get inspired and stoked for tomorrow! Event info: www.spirit1053.com/events/327936/

“If you can't figure out your purpose, figure out your passion... for your passion will lead you right into your purpose.” ~T.D. Jakes 1,200 miles. 92 days. 1 inspiring Kayaker. Jack Hampton is a filmmaker who paddled all the way from Ketchikan to Seattle to put the spotlight on sustainable living and the resourceful people living off the grid. Join Jack and Erica for a conversation about what the journey was like, the inspiring people he met, the wild animals he encountered, and the incredible hospitality he experienced here in Washington. Click PLAY to feel like you're mentally paddling on Puget Sound.

Puppies and kittens and Hawks, OH MY! It's Training Camp Pet Rescue Day! Brandon from Seattle Humane is our special guest today. Join Brandon and Erica for a conversation about the FUN that's getting ready to go down at 1:45 in Renton today. Click PLAY to hear about snuffle mats and puppy and kitten cuddling booths. 🙂

"God used a simple shoebox to transform my life." ~Veronica Miranda, Operation Christmas Child Shoebox Recipient and Ambassador There is no limit to God's love... Psalm 36 says it reaches to the heavens and His faithfulness to the skies. And yet He is so awesome, God can fit His infinite love inside a shoebox too! Every year, Operation Christmas Child picks up where the angels left off in Bethlehem: they spread the good news that Jesus the Savior has come and now we can have peace on this earth and eternal life in heaven! Here's how it works: you and your family fill a shoebox with stuff like little toys, soap, crayons, toothbrushes, etc. and Operation Christmas Child will place it in the hands of a child in need of tangible help and hope. When the shoeboxes are presented to the children, so is the Gospel. This happens all over the world! It's a beautiful thing and our special guest today experienced it firsthand. Veronica Miranda once received a shoebox in Mexico, and it completely changed her life. Join Veronica and Erica for a conversation about how much of a difference you can make by simply running by the Dollar Tree and filling up a shoebox. Click PLAY to feel extra-LOVED today! Dive deeper into Veronica's story: https://video.samaritanspurse.org/veronicas-story-2/ Where she will be telling her story: Thursday, Aug. 4 1 p.m. – Silverdale United Methodist Church 9982 Silverdale Way NW, Silverdale, WA 98383 6:30 p.m. – Grace Bible Church 7070 Bethel Burley Rd SE, Port Orchard, WA 98367 Friday, Aug. 5 6:30 p.m. – Calvary Chapel Poulsbo 23300 Stottlemeyer Rd. NE, Poulsbo, WA 98370 Saturday, August 6 11:00 a.m. – Sequim Community Church 950 N Fifth Ave, Sequim, WA 98382 6:00 p.m. – Bethany Pentecostal Church 508 S Francis St., Port Angeles, WA 98362

"I prayed to the LORD, and He answered me. He freed me from all my fears." ~Psalm 34:4 ~ the bible verse Brandon Lake would say in the car when he was scared to go to school. He sings "Gratitude..." the song that just whispers across your spirit and stirs up the good stuff. New SPIRIT 105.3 artist Brandon Lake is our special guest today! Join Brandon, Erica, and Steve for a conversation about why he loves Seattle, the story behind "Gratitude," his gut-level honest journey to good mental health, the joy and chaos of being the father of (almost) three boys, and wait... Brandon's got jokes? Yup. 🙂 Click PLAY to feel extra-grateful about everything today.

The Bible tells us to love our neighbors and to be the hands and feet of Jesus. Tumi, and Tina Adams' class at King's Schools is doing just that with a garden! Everything they harvest from their garden they are donating to Concern for Neighbors Food Bank in Mountlake Terrace. They are learning along the way and doing good in the community! Click PLAY for some green thumb inspiration!

Sam Schumacher's mom Corrie was the first to hear his heartbeat. Three years ago, at the age of 22, his wonderful heart stopped beating after a tragic motorcycle accident... but only briefly. Sam was an organ donor, and he has since given the greatest gift one human being can give to another a few times over... the gift of life. Jeff Siddiqui received Sam's heart and so recently, his precious mom had the joy of hearing it beat once again. Corrie Schumacher is our very special guest today. Click PLAY to hear from the heart of a beautiful mama.

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"Once Jesus was in a certain place praying. As he finished, one of his disciples came to Him and said, 'Lord, teach us to pray, just as John taught his disciples.' Jesus said, 'This is how you should pray: Father, may Your name be kept holy. May your Kingdom come soon. Give us each day the food we need, and forgive us our sins, as we forgive those who sin against us. And don’t let us yield to temptation.'" ~Luke 11:1-4 The disciples asked Jesus for help on this subject, so if your prayer life needs a restart or a recharge, you are in good company! If you'd like to connect with God more this summer, or if you're ready to re-connect, we've got a podcast for you! Why Pray? is hosted by Pastor Wyatt Martin and Pastor Steve from Alderwood Community Church in Lynnwood. Join Wyatt, Steve, Erica, and Steve for a super-practical conversation about prayer - what it is and what it's not and how your relationship with God can grow and thrive when you water it by opening your heart to Jesus in prayer. Click PLAY to restart or recharge your chats with the Lord!

"Every Good Thing is From Above," Mary says. She tells Steve & Erica what she is planning to do with $7,400 and you'll love hearing her tell her daughter she is getting the $1,000! They even have Erica in tears!

Lincoln is a 5-year-old flat coat retriever, an air scent dog, and ALREADY a bigtime hero in our book! Jon Izant, Lincoln's two-legged partner, is our special guest today. Join Jon, Erica, and Steve for a conversation about how Lincoln feels about being up for "American Humane Hero Dog of the Year," how Lincoln helps people, the best mission he and Lincoln ever went on together, and what Lincoln likes to do when he's not in hero mode. Click PLAY to smile from "head to tail!"

She wrote the book on fun… and now she’s got a follow up on the subject: Chase the Fun: 100 Days to Discover Fun Right Where You Are! It comes with a RIBBON MARKER!!! Fun. She hosts the delightful podcast, That Sounds Fun. And she could spark joy in a rainstorm! Our very special guest today is basically an EXPERT on fun… Annie F. Downs is in the house! Join Annie and Erica for a conversation about why fun is essential, how to squeeze it into your life, the fun thing she keeps in her purse, who taught her the art of fun… and EVEN MORE. Discover why Annie takes a summer sabbath and how to find joy right where you are, right now! Click PLAY to sprinkle fun into the latte of your life!

"A real rest is not a trip to Cabo. Rest comes from God. When I get into the presence of God, everything I need is available." ~Chad Veach Prayer is like dancing - you might feel like you're not good at it! But once you learn how it works... and why it's so life-giving, you'll want to touch base with God even more. It's so freeing! Our special guest today is the pastor of ZOE CHURCH in LA, and author of the new book: "Worried about Everything Because I Pray about Nothing: How to Live with Peace and Purpose Instead of Stress and Burnout!" Join Chad and Erica for a conversation about breaking down what prayer really is, a cool prayer pro-tip, and cultivating peace and purpose in your life. Ahhhhh.... this is like a spa day for your mind! Click PLAY to charge your spirit like you would your phone ~ but instantly!

In the early morning hours on Saturday in Renton, the life of a 32-year-old man was taken and six other people were wounded. It’s why we invited Pastor Eric Baca from New Life Church in Renton to be with us today. Join Pastor Eric and Erica for a conversation about how the community is feeling, how we can pray for Renton, and leaning in to hope. Click PLAY to remember that HOPE today.

Merry Christmas in July! We are celebrating the return of the Annual Great Figgy Pudding Caroling Night for the 35th year! It's a caroling competition happening this Christmas season, a fundraiser for the Pike Market Senior Center and Food Bank, and SO MUCH FUN. Our special guest today is Zoe Freeman, Head Figlet and Programming and Member Services Manager at the Pike Market Senior Center. Join Zoe and Erica for a conversation about how the Figgy works (think raising money to walk or run for a charity but you sing instead), what the mood will be like on December 2nd at the Market, and the heart behind this wonderful event. Click PLAY to get in the Christmas SPIRIT in JULY!

It takes THREE to tango: you, your honey... and a good teacher who will demonstrate how it's done! Our special guest today is both a teacher and a student. Gabriella Condrea teaches Argentine Tango and at the same time, remains a student of life. She will dance into your heart when you hear about her TangoStride technique, which enables people who are immobile or who can hardly stand up... to dance. How beautiful is that? Join Gabriella, Erica, and Steve for a lively conversation about learning the tango, the students who inspire her the most, and yes, tips on doing the tango even if you can't dance. Oh... and do you have to have a rose in your mouth for the full effect?! Click PLAY and you'll be practicing the VERY FOCUSED tango face. We promise! :)

We love that SNACK PASTOR is a role! Totally critical in our opinion! Jessica Ohlinger is the children's pastor at North sound Church in Edmonds... and a Snack Pastor with Run To Win Sports Camps. Join Jessica, Erica, and Steve for a fun-size chat about the role of a Snack Pastor and the impact of Run To Win has on the lives of kids on summer break in the northwest. Click PLAY for a quick refuel your spirit!

14 CONSECUTIVE wins in a row - WOW! We are celebrating this summer's winning streak with Tim Gaydos, Chaplain for our Mariners. Our friend Tim Gaydos is in the house! Join Tim, Erica, and Steve for a conversation about how the team is balancing focus and excitement right now, just how awesome rookie star Julio Rodriguez really is, and Faith & Family Day ~ happening at T Mobile Park THIS SATURDAY! Click PLAY to feel like you just sat down in T Mobile Park with a hot dog and a lemonade as Julio steps up to the plate. GO M's!

"God doesn't want you in a state of anxiety or apprehension or uncertainty about where you stand with Him. You can know that you will spend eternity with God." ~Lee Strobel It was a cerebral endeavor at first... and then Truth traveled south, straight through the muscles of doubt and into the major arteries of his heart. He's a journalist who investigated Christianity and discovered it to be the source of Truth. Since then, he's been making the case for Christ in books, from the pulpit, on small and big screens, and today ~ on the radio! Author Lee Strobel is our special guest! Join Lee, Erica, and Steve for a conversation about why you and I do not have to be afraid of what happens after we die, what heaven is like, a fascinating near-death experience story, an unforgettable dream about an angel, and Lee's journey from atheist to believer. Click PLAY for a conversation that will either feed your faith... or make you hungry for more hope!

It's fitting that Firwood Farm Alpacas is nestled in the heart of the Puyallup Valley... because there, alpacas who've been abandoned or whose humans just can't take care of them anymore due to extenuating life circumstances, find new people to love and new families to bond with. Leanna Stidham, an alpaca rescuer, is our special guest today- yay! Join Leanna, Erica, and Steve for a conversation about her journey from stressed out to finding her calling in life: rescuing and re-homing these extraordinary animals. Click PLAY for a lil' Alpacas 101 and a sure smile!

I played "King of the jungle" on cassette and sang along at the top of my lungs when it popped on the radio. When our family took a big leap of faith, I remember downloading "Saddle up your horses" on my phone and it filled me with the courage I needed to blaze that new trail. When my kids were toddlers, we'd jump in the waves together. I'd hold tightly to their little hands and sing, "Hold on to Jesus," and feel swept up in the love of God, deep as an ocean you could step into. When my precious Ma was diagnosed with cancer, the lyrics to "His strength is perfect," swam up in my mind and I listened to that song on repeat. Steven Curtis Chapman's songs are strung like pearls on the necklace in my life... and I bet yours too! He stopped by the radio station just before embarking on a cruise to Alaska with his wife Mary Beth! I invite you to join Steven, Steve, and I for a sweet conversation about not losing heart in this world, his special "grandpa name," cruising, and clinging tightly to the life preserver of God's promises that last forever.

"Grief is love with no place to go." Our special guest today experienced a tremendous loss in her life and found a way to pour out that love, stored over a lifetime, into so many precious people and adoptable pets across the northwest. Alex Frazier, Founder of Paws With Cause, is here today! Join Alix, Erica, and Steve for a conversation about how you can blend art, people, and pets as beautifully as you would mix paints on a palette, the Great Everett Scavenger Hunt happening in Everett right now... and how love can truly fill the cracks of a broken heart. Click PLAY to PAUSE and reflect on how many vibrant ways there really are to change the world. Website: https://pawswithcause.org/

Paul Sewald is a relief pitcher for the Mariners so it’s super fitting that he and his wife Molly are providing relief to families in Seattle who are struggling right now. #37 is our special guest today! Join Paul, Erica, and Steve for a conversation about how Seattle has embraced #37 and his family, how they’re giving back to the community one strikeout at a time, advice for kids with big dreams, and how becoming Chloe's dad changed his life. Click PLAY to get to know a difference-making dad… whose dream has come true! P.S. GO M's!!!!!!!

Sit down with someone you love at Salt & Iron, Fire & the Feast, Bar Dojo, or any of the wonderful eating establishments he owns, and you'll enjoy a really good meal. Sit down with the chef himself and you'll hear his heart for the Edmonds community. Restauranter Shubert Ho is our special guest today! Join Shubert, Erica, and Steve for a conversation about giving back to our heroes... and how South County firefighters are giving kids who have been burned - and bear the scars- the chance to experience summer camp together. Click PLAY to hear how one chef and so many heroes are making lemonade out of lemons.

"Rejoice in our confident hope. Be patient in trouble and keep on praying. When God’s people are in need, be ready to help them. Always be eager to practice hospitality." ~Romans 12:12-13 Tragedy, inflation, and war are just some of the tentacles sneaking into our newsfeeds this summer, throwing our plans overboard... and threatening to harm our sense of wellbeing. After so many stings, our human hearts are beginning to feel numb. If you're like, yes... that's me... you are not alone. Our special guest today is a mental health expert and author, the founder of the Center, a Place of Hope in Edmonds, and a voice of encouragement in our community and world. Join our friend Dr. Gregg Jantz, Erica, and Steve for a conversation about why feeling numb is so understandable these days, and how to reclaim hope right now. Click PLAY for a doable plan! 411 on his books: www.drgregoryjantz.com/ The Center: www.aplaceofhope.com/whole-person-care/

"God is everywhere. He's working and moving everywhere all over the world." ~Cathy Herholdt, Senior Communications Director for World Concern Jump in the Jeep with us and remember your sunscreen and snacks... because we're traveling all the way to THE END OF THE ROAD today! Our esteemed guide on this journey is Cathy Herholdt from our sister ministry World Concern. Every patch of earth is a construction zone where God is at work, whether it's a country where World Concern is offering practical help and hope in the name of Jesus, or an individual who's following the Lord's lead all the way to Ukraine. Cathy is featuring how the Lord is working through all of these beautiful difference makers in her podcast, "The End of the Road." You and I will probably never see the remote places where Cathy has walked, or the villages where some of the guests on her podcast live and serve the Lord, but there is One Who sees and cares for each human being at the end of every road: God! One of His names is the God Who Sees! Join Cathy, Erica, and Steve for a conversation that will have you closing your eyes and seeing the pastel colors of your globe spring to life as you spin it. Click PLAY to take your heart on a journey... no passport required! The End of the Road Starts Here: https://www.spirit1053.com/podcasts/ World Concern: https://worldconcern.org/

"Invest in someone's happiness today." ~Beth Ann's Grandma Summer is the sweetest season for the senses... It smells like freshly cut grass. It looks like a perfectly blue sky with a yellow paint splash of a seaplane drifting by. It feels like sunshine on your face. And for one precious family, it tastes like a peach milkshake. Beth Ann Smith is our special guest today! Join Beth Ann, Erica, and Steve to hear a wonderful story you'll want to tell a friend about her grandmother and her most-favorite summertime dessert... and how one fast food company slowed down long enough to delight a whole family. Click PLAY for a real peach of a feel-good story. Warning: you'll want to drive to Chick-fil-A and order a milkshake. Peach for sure. :)

The words of Psalm 23 come to life at CRISTA Camps, and souls slow down... Find out why as we catch up with Erik from CRISTA Camps!

"God has been taking care of us every step of the way." ~Coach Joe Kennedy He was the football coach at Bremerton High School who made news for praying on the 50-yard line. And this week, he won a battle that he and his family have been fighting for 7 years. The Supreme Court has ruled that Joe Kennedy could in fact legally pray on the field! Coach Joe is our very special guest today on SPIRIT 105.3. Join Joe, Erica, and Steve for a conversation about the journey to victory. Click PLAY to remember that God is all about rescuing, restoring, and readying us for everything we'll ever face in this life... and wait... a movie kickstarted this incredible story? Yup. Website for more 411: https://firstliberty.org/ Movie that inspired Coach Joe: http://www.kendrickbrotherscatalogue.com/facingthegiants/

When the water rolls out, the treasures roll in! We've seen some of the lowest tides in years across Puget Sound this June, so we reached out to Jonathan Robinson, the program coordinator for WSU's Beach Watchers, for all the cool 411. Join Jonathan, Erica, and Steve for a conversation about some of the wonderful things you could see during low tides this summer. Oh, and wait... what can a sea star do? Whoa! Click PLAY to discover more about the beautiful world beneath the Sound! WSU's Beach Watchers website: https://extension.wsu.edu/snohomish/beach-watchers/

Sooooo, Brant has a theory on why we forget names. It might come off as a little harsh, but it just might be true. What do you think? Listen and leave your comments below!

Julie Garner is a mom on a quest to slay the dragon of distracted driving. She is the heart behind the Hunter Garner Scholarship and Project Yellow Light, a campaign that harnesses the power of words, creativity, all media, and peer-to-peer conversation to put an end to the toxic combination of texting and driving. Join Julie, Erica, and Steve for a conversation that will inspire you to search for your own "passion project" and have you resolving to drive distraction-free. Plus, Emiliano Diaz Capt, one of this year's winning entries pops in to share his creative perspective on convincing his peers to put the phone down while driving. Click PLAY to hear the driving force behind one mom's mission to save one more family from heartache. https://www.projectyellowlight.com/

Join Officer Matthew Mishler from the Marysville Police Department and Erica for a smile today!

Jim Shea from CRISTA Senior Living shares how they are Catching the Spirit by sharing the hope of Jesus with their residents. Listen below for hope & joy!

If your vacation plans are up in the air right now because of the recent flight cancellations and crew shortages, we are here with an assist. Perry Cooper from SeaTac is our special guest today. Join Perry, Erica, and Steve for a conversation about how to navigate the airport this week and into this summer. Click PLAY to get all the 411!

A devastating earthquake shook Afghanistan yesterday injuring over 1500 people and extinguishing over 1000 lives. We are asking Jesus, Who is the Light of the world, to shine upon Afghanistan. Katie Toop from our sister ministry World Concern once made her home among the Afghans and has a huge heart for them. Join Katie, Erica, and Steve for a conversation about the people of Afghanistan and how we can be lifting them up to the Lord right now. Click PLAY to hear from the heart of a world changer.

Congratulations to Keith for winning our Backyard Revamp courtesy of JC Contractors & Renovations LLC.

He was a cold-case homicide detective and a skeptic about faith... until he found evidence to believe in Jesus Christ. Author Jim Wallace has been featured on Dateline and he is our special guest today on SPIRIT 105.3! Join Jim, Erica, and Steve for a fascinating conversation about why Christianity is a cold case and how that simple fact is life changing. Click PLAY for a deep dive into what we believe and why!

A new study says Washington is the #1 state in America for millennials. Jill Gonzalez from WalletHub is our special guest today. Join Jill and Erica for a mini chat about why the Evergreen State is a place where millennials are thriving! Click PLAY to find out how many careers a millennial will pursue in a lifetime!

"The LORD is my shepherd; I have all that I need. He lets me rest in green meadows; He leads me beside peaceful streams. He renews my strength." ~Psalm 23 Souls slow down at Miracle Ranch... the words of psalm 23 come to life at CRISTA Camps. There, on the backs of horses, in the fresh air, on the high ropes, and in a canoe on Horseshoe Lake... you can hear God's voice above the noise of everyday life. Erik Henrikson, the Executive Director of CRISTA Camps, and all-around nice guy, is our special guest today! Join Erik and Erica for a conversation about how God refreshes us in His nature and what God is up to at CRISTA Camps even before summer has officially begun! Click PLAY to feel like you're mentally sitting around the campfire today.

Congratulations to Carmen for winning the grand prize from our Dad Knows Best campaign! Listen to the wise words her dad always shared with her before making any decision. Carmen will receive an Amazon gift card, a pair of Mariners tickets, and a bacon crate for her dad thanks to Haight Carpet & Interiors.

"When you find something sour, make it sweet. When you're having a hard time, that's the sour part. And when you make a breakthrough and find a way, that's the lemonade part!" ~Dylan Kuehl Dylan Kuehl is about to steal your heart. He is the first student with Down Syndrome to graduate from Evergreen State College... and our very-extra-special guest today. Join Dylan, Erica, and Steve for a conversation that will simply bless you. Click PLAY to get splashed with pure joy!

Necessity is the mother of invention, so it's no surprise that an amazing mom from Seattle has found a way to make a difference during a nationwide shortage of baby formula. Jae Ella is our special guest today! She started a local group on Facebook that connects families who need baby formula with the cans that are worth their weight in gold right now. Join Jae, Erica, and Steve for a conversation about why she started this endeavor. Click PLAY to warm up your heart like a bottle of formula.

Lily Kryzhanivskyy is unquestionably the bravest girl in Washington State! On May 28th, the 9-year- old was playing hide and seek with her friends at a campground in Fruitland, when a cougar entered the scene. Thank God Lily's going to be okay. Sgt. Tyler Bahrenburg and Sgt. Tony Leonetti from the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife are our very special guests today. Join the sergeants, Erica, and Steve for a very inspiring and educational conversation. Click PLAY to hear about one amazing kid and how to stay safe when you're out in the wilds of Washington this summer!

"When the smoke billows higher (higher) Oh and higher (higher) And it feels like I can barely breathe I'll walk through these fires (I'll walk through) 'Cause You're walking with me..." ~Fires, Jordan St.Cyr If you're a Weary Traveler, he's refreshed you. If you're walking through the Fires in life right now, he's reminded you that you do not walk alone. SPIRIT 105.3 Artist Jordan St. Cyr is our special guest today! Join Jordan, Erica, and Steve for a conversation about the many forms of God's faithfulness, his home country, Canada, and the miracles we might miss if we're not on the lookout. Click PLAY to focus on the One Who walks through the fires with us today. He is WITH us!

Cassandra Ridder's heart broke and healed up... in the same week. Her son Brody's yearbook story is one our world needs to hear. Now that it's gone viral, Cassandra is a mama bear on a mission that's far from impossible: let's teach our kids to be KIND! Join Cassandra, Erica, and Steve for a conversation that will make you want to stand up and cheer! Click PLAY to hear a story you'll want to tell your kids when you pick them up from school... and wait... an Avenger got involved?! WOW!

Kindness is NOT extinct! Carlyn and her friend Megan were on a camping trip to Eastern Washington when fate intervened! They found a stuffed dinosaur marooned on the road near Snoqualmie Pass and decided to rescue the lost toy. Join Carlyn, Erica, and Steve for a heartwarming conversation about how a couple kind campers and WSDOT and all their followers teamed up to reunite Dino with the little boy who loves him! Click PLAY to hear how social media can truly have a positive impact!

Dino, a stuffed dinosaur that got lost near Snoqualmie Pass, is now reunited with the little boy who loves him! It's all thanks to a lot of nice people, but it started with two Good Samaritans. Carlyn and Megan found Dino and messaged his picture to WSDOT social media manager, Mike Allende. Mike picked up the ball and passed it to the thousands of kind people who follow WSDOT. Join Mike, Erica, and Steve for a conversation about community Click PLAY to remember people are still doing nice things!

We may need to make a superhero cape for our special guest today! Patrick De Haan is the Gas Buddy Guy and he's here to save... maybe not the day... but your budget! Join Patrick, Erica, and Steve for a conversation that will stretch your gas money. Click PLAY to hear some fuel-saving 411!

"We get to hold a crown over their heads and let them grow into it." ~Drew Hill, Author of Alongside: Loving Teenagers with the Gospel You're either part of Generation Z or you love someone who is, so get ready to be encouraged big time! Ryan Kim, Youth and Young Adults Pastor at Northwest Church, is our special guest today. You are going to love him! Join Ryan, Erica, and Steve for a conversation about how this generation is uniquely on fire for Christ, identity and worth, navigating social media well, the hope he has for Gen Z and so much more! Click PLAY to say WOW in a good way!

Our special guest today is multitasking! SPIRIT 105.3 Artist Josh Baldwin is home schooling while his wife is away and chatting with Erica and Steve about his new song, "There is Freedom." They're talking about what happens when the people of God SING, how he and his wife decided to call their son "Bear," being a dad, and Josh tells a miracle story for good measure. Brew a coffee and click PLAY for a good hang!

"The heart rises when we get still." ~Dr. Chip Dodd He can really relate to that PIXAR movie "Inside Out," (the one about all the different emotions we experience as humans), having written the book: "The Voice of the Heart." Dr. Chip Dodd is an emotions expert and our special guest today. Join Chip, Erica, and Steve for a conversation about how our emotions are gifts from the Lord and how God has deep purposes for feelings like sadness and fear. Click PLAY to take a baby step from surviving to thriving emotionally today!

The news is sharp right now and it's leaving us wounded in spirit. Join Erica and her pastor for a conversation about our source of peace in times like these and a prayer. Pastor Barry Crane from North Sound Church in Edmonds is our special guest today. Click PLAY to re-focus your mind on Christ!

What does it look like to grieve with hope? Sarah and Beth talk about how to do that in the midst of the tragedy in TX.

It’s tough to talk about some of the things that happen in this world, but we hope that in all things we can be a voice of peace and pointing people back to Jesus. Brant shares his thoughts on the recent tragedy in Texas, and how we can find comfort in that God knows what it’s like to lose someone. Listen for encouragement today.

Part of your heart feels like it's in Texas, doesn't it? Our special guest today formerly covered the news here in Seattle. Now, she's an independent journalist with Iota Media on assignment in Texas. Ali Bradley covers the news with such compassion and heart, and she joins Erica and Steve from the ground in Uvalde. Click Play to hear firsthand how the brave community of Uvalde is facing this tragedy.

He's a strong voice of hope here in the northwest and a longtime friend of SPIRIT 105.3. Dr. Gregg Jantz, the founder of The Center, A Place of Hope, in Edmonds is our special guest today. Join Dr. Jantz, Erica, and Steve for a conversation about how to begin processing the unspeakable tragedy in Texas, how to be there for your kids, and how to keep peace on the front burner of your mind and heart. Click LISTEN to feel more hopeful today.

Baseball + weather + students = Mariners Education Day! KOMO meteorologist Kristin Clark is our special guest today. Join Kristin and Erica for a conversation about what's happening in T-Mobile Park today, the most popular weather question students ask, and what to expect weather-wise for Memorial Day Weekend. Click LISTEN to find out what THUNDER SNOW is. So cool!

It would be amazing to be able to sort out all the voices we hear in our heads all day long like we would laundry. But wait... maybe we can?! Our special guest today is Patrick Morley, author of the book, "The Four Voices - Taking Control of the Conversation in Your Head." Join Patrick, Erica, and Steve for a conversation about... taking the reins of the conversation in your head. Click LISTEN to learn what the four voices are and how to identify them!

"I like to go back to the bible. Our God's never lost a battle. Every time there was a battle... every time there was a city in havoc... God showed up and changed it from the inside out." ~Rich Simms On any day of the week, you'll find this guy and his team spreading the love of Jesus on the streets of Seattle by sharing food, prayer, and kindness with the unhoused and those who feel unloved. Rich Simms from REACH Ministry and Hope is Alive Church in Pioneer Square is our special guest today. Join Rich and Erica for a conversation about how hope is indeed ALIVE in the Emerald City and the entire northwest. Click LISTEN to remember God has NEVER lost a battle! And please join us in praying for Seattle!

Whether it's a stomach bug or something absolutely soul-crushing, SPIRIT 105.3 artist Tasha Layton is here to say... it's not permanent! She sings powerful songs like "Look what You've done," and "Into the Sea," and you can hear the lifechanging love she's received from God in every note. Join Tasha, Erica, and Steve for a conversation about her new song, "How Far," the stomach bug she's recovering from, how God can make you want to live again, and her trip to Yellowstone. Click LISTEN for a cup of chicken soup for your spirit today!

She sings "Peace Be Still," on SPIRIT and when you hear it, suddenly the winds in your mind and the waves in your heart are just a little calmer. And she's going to be at the Awakening Music Festival in Kent this Saturday! Hope Darst is our special guest today. Join Hope, Erica, and Steve for a conversation about how the west coast is the best coast, how to find new rhythms of grace in your life, what it's like having a new teenager in the house, and two living miracles. Click LISTEN to hear HOPE literally and figuratively!

"Christ wants to shine on the lives of people in Seattle!" ~Pastor Ben Sterciuc Did you know there are groups of people who gather every Tuesday at 7:14 AM to pray over Seattle?! God is working everywhere in the world including the beautiful Pacific Northwest. Pastor Ben Sterciuc has made it a tradition to call for 100 Days of Prayer for Seattle every summer... and we are once again thrilled to be joining the effort! Join Pastor Ben, Erica, and Steve for a hope-inducing conversation about how Seattle is being covered with prayer and how it's God's desire to shine on everyone in the Emerald City. Click LISTEN to hear how you can pray specifically for Seattle this summer!

Persik means "peach" in English and there's a cat named Persik who is doing, well... just peachy now! His human Larysa was visiting family in Arkansas when war broke out in her home country of Ukraine. Family taking care of Persik got him to Poland and then he made it to America thanks to the Humane Society International. Kelly Donithan, Director of Animal Disaster Response, is our special guest today! Join Kelly, Erica, and Steve for a conversation about her invaluable work, the reunion between Persik and Larysa, and the bond that humans and animals share. Click LISTEN for the best kind of facelift... a smile.

Our blood supply is critically low right now here in the northwest, but you and I can make a difference by making an appointment to give blood today! Join Vicki from Bloodworks Northwest, Erica, and Steve for a mini conversation about how you and I can roll up our sleeves and save the lives of our neighbors! Click LISTEN for all the 411. WEBSITE: https://www.bloodworksnw.org/

Here is the world. Beautiful and terrible things will happen. Don't be afraid. - Frederick Buechner I'm a Grandpa, and getting to love this sweet delivery is an amazing blessing. One thing I hope to instill in this baby girl, is to not live in fear. Life holds good and bad things in it but God tells us repeatedly in His Word, "Do not fear. Do not fear, for I am with you." Click listen below for this beautiful conversation.

Jade and Taya were at the recent for KING & COUNTRY concert. Jade's story is absolutely beautiful. The tour is called "What Are We Waiting For" and how they came to be at this concert is so meaningful! God orchestrates the little moments.

Find out what you need to know about taking the most sensational scenic route in Washington this spring! Join Mike from WSDOT, Erica, and Steve for a mini chat that'll keep ya in the know.

"God is good regardless of what we can see." ~SPIRIT Artist Colton Dixon Maybe you picture the dancing gal emoji like Erica does when his song "Miracles" pops up on SPIRIT 105.3! Colton Dixon has been busy raising two little daughters with his lovely wife Annie and making new music too! Join Colton, Erica, and Steve for a conversation about his new song, "Build A Boat," what it's like to be the daddy of two-year-old twin girls, keeping hope fresh, Noah's crazy faith, and of course.... a beautiful miracle story. Click LISTEN for a pep talk about how stepping out in faith is worth it!

When you put a bunch of hearts together, there is a greater capacity to spread love and kindness in our communities and in our world. That’s the beautiful motivation behind 100 + Women Who Care About Snohomish County. So far, they've given over $120,000 in their neck of the woods! Co-founder Janet Bacon is delightful… and our special guest today. Join Janet, Erica, and Steve for a conversation about how it all started and how it’s going, giving back, and moving others forward, and the friendships between "like-HEARTED" women that have blossomed out of this bright idea! Click LISTEN to hear how love is multiplying in Snohomish County.

When Good Feeling is on SPIRIT 105.3, it's pretty much impossible to stay in a bad mood ~ or stay still! Austin French is here to talk about the Source behind the joy that is baked into his awesome song and his heart, being a daddy who dances, coffeeeeeeee, and a miracle story you'll want to tell a friend. Click LISTEN to take a mental coffee break with Austin, Erica, and Steve!

We totally resonate with their mission: "To create music and atmospheres that are Jesus-focused and eternity-minded." Canyon Hills Worship started right here in Bothell at Canyon Hills Community (CHCC) Church. Here to celebrate their hometown radio debut with us is one of the band members and CHCC's Worship Pastor Koby Orr! Join Koby, Erica, and Steve for a conversation about worship, creating music in the northwest... and dreams coming true! Click LISTEN to hear how excited the band is to hear their song "On and On" on SPIRIT 105.3!

There's a new neighbor to get to know in Machias... and we are rolling out the welcome wagon! Monica Doppel, owner of Flying M Ranch & Horses, is our special guest today. Join Monica, Erica and Steve for a fun chat about Norris the Zebra, the newest resident at the ranch! Click LISTEN for an instant smile today.

"Fare is what you pay when you get on the bus." Congratulations to Margaret from Auburn for winning the Grand Prize for our Mama Always Said Mother's Day Campaign! Margaret will be enjoying flowers delivered to her door, a trip to the spa, and a Target gift card, thanks to Haight Carpet & Interiors! Margaret shares the history of the quote her Mama always said in the winning call below!

She was born and raised in Seattle. She sings from her soul and speaks from her heart. And she is a 12! Natalie Grant is in the house with her trademark joy and honesty. Join Natalie, Erica and Steve for a conversation about losing your eyeglasses, her miraculous journey to motherhood, what she loves about raising three teenaged girls, what to do if you feel like you're running spiritually on fumes, "Come to Jesus" meetings in the family room... and of course, her Hawks! Click LISTEN for a double tall latte of faith and fun.

“And the King will say, ‘I tell you the truth, when you did it to one of the least of these My brothers and sisters, you were doing it to Me!’" ~Jesus, from the gospel of Matthew 25:40 Listening to her stories from Ukraine is like seeing a plain field transformed into a sea of sunflowers... her words color everything with the bright crayon of hope. Angie Lustyuk is the Promotions Lead here at SPIRIT 105.3, but recently she had a chance to serve the refugees on the border of Ukraine and Poland with Rock Solid Mission. The trip was especially meaningful because Angie's family is Ukrainian, and her spirit reflects the strength and beauty of her people. Join Angie, Erica and Steve for a conversation that will expand the borders of empathy and love in your heart. Click LISTEN to hear how seeds of hope are sprouting in Ukraine.

"It's not about religion. It's about a relationship." ~Anne Wilson, SPIRIT Artist She's been singing about Him, and we've been listening. Now Anne Wilson is here to talk about her Jesus! Join Anne and Erica for a conversation about her breezy, catchy song, My Jesus, leaning on the Lord in hard times, and her journey from religion to relationship with God's Son. Click LISTEN to go a little deeper with the sweet gal you sing with every day on SPIRIT. 🙂

You've got a smart phone and maybe even a smart fridge... but how nice would it be to enjoy smart conversations with yourself and those you love? Our special guest today is Patti Reed, author of the devotional book~ “Face to Face: Smart Conversations with Yourself, Your Teenager, and Your Young Adult." Join Patti, Erica, and Steve for a chat about how to have a smart conversation with yourself, the best way to build a bridge from us to our kids conversationally, how to help our kids figure out what God’s purpose is for them... oh and hope if you're in the middle of a bumpy journey with your teen or young adult right now. Click LISTEN to raise the bar on your everyday conversations! Book 411: https://pattireed.net/buy-face-to-face

"It gives people a reason to look forward to rainy days." ~Peregrine Church, Rainworks Artist Talk about taking lemons and making lemonade! Rainworks is rain-activated art and the brainchild (and heart child) of Peregrine Church, our special guest today! Join Peregrine, Erica, and Steve for a conversation about how it works and how it's making smiles appear in the Emerald City. Click LISTEN for a fresh glass of mental lemonade! https://rain.works/

Mandisa is no stranger to the feelings of darkness and depression. Steve caught up with her to hear what it was like writing her new book and what it was like walking through that difficult season.

Medical Teams International is helping Ukrainian refugees in Moldova through volunteers and partners on the ground. Refugees are often in a state of shock as they are fleeing for their lives, often leaving people behind to fight in the war. This has been devastating. Hear more about how Medical Teams International is serving, how you can volunteer, and what you need to know!

She’s 5’11 with curly, crazy hair and an Australian accent. You will recognize her from the song Oceans and she talks about how special that song really is. She talks about how music can give us words for the seasons we are in and how Jesus can touch our hearts and lives with the songs we sing. She has a new album coming soon and a new song called All Eyes on You. Take a listen here and be reminded of how much God loves you!

You’ve heard them on the radio, you’ve likely already purchased tickets to their show (If not, you can here - https://www.spirit1053.com/events/297318 ) and now we have a special conversation with Luke. Erica & Steve talk to him about their new song For God is with us, how they maintain that energy they have on the stage, God’s love and his presence, and how he would feel painting the top of the space needle!

This. We love stories like this because in the face of an incredibly difficult dining service, most customers in this situation would grumble, complain, hit social media and eviscerate the restaurant with criticism. Not this one couple. Listen to the story of a restaurant having the ultimate bad night, yet they found grace from a compassionate & generous couple.

"You don't need to know... you just need to GO!" ~Jared Seal ~ Business Director, King's Schools He was rejected by Amazon 52 times. Then, 30 minutes after Jared Seal accepted a position at CRISTA Ministries, he got a phone call that changed his life. Join Jared - the Business Director at King's Schools, Erica, and Steve for a conversation about perseverance, how rejection leads to God's direction, and trust in God in action. Click LISTEN and be encouraged that the battle really does belong to the Lord!

"If you think that God doesn’t care about the little things or the Big things in your life, you're wrong. He is a very personal God that cares and loves each of us deeply! Just give Him your heart and hold HIS hand. He is so TRUSTWORTHY!" ~Christy Haje It's been 42 years since she was a moved away from Abbeville, South Carolina at age seven... but recently Christy Haje and her family decided to return to the place where she grew up and put down roots. What she found at a thrift shop there felt like a hug from God. Join Christy, Erica, and Steve for a conversation about how big the little things really are. Click LISTEN to hear a Miracle Monday story!

"Not only does He love us, He likes us!" ~Richlin, SPIRIT Artist His new song, Good Mood is the audio equivalent of a smiley face emoji! It feels like a hug from God! Get to know the newest artist on SPIRIT 105.3 today... join Richlin, Erica, and Steve for a conversation about why God is in a good mood when He looks at you, child-like joy, a miracle story, and more. Click LISTEN to remember how loved ~ and liked we are!

God wants your attention, but He never forces it. What needs to shift in your life in order to put your focus more on Christ? You will find blessing upon blessing as you lean in to a closer, more intentional relationship with your Heavenly Father. He loves you and wants a close, life-giving relationship with you, without distraction. What’s dividing your attention from Him today?

Alexis Harste is a mom from Puyallup who started volunteering in Seattle with REACH Ministry... and her decision has already begun impacting the next generation! Join Alexis, Erica, and Steve for a conversation about getting your kids excited about sharing the hope of Jesus with those who need it the most. Click LISTEN to hear what "love your neighbor" sounds like and wait... what kind of birthday party did Everly Grace ask her mom for?!

"People can pray about it. Every prayer is a really big opportunity for change. One prayer can change a life in Ukraine." ~Roman Vaschuk Roman Vaschuk was here in the northwest on a church singing tour when a life-threatening battle with Covid began. While he fought to get well in the hospital, war broke out in Roman's home country of Ukraine. His wife Roza and their three children, Milana (10), Nathan (7), and Solomiya (20 months) left everything behind in Kyiv but one bag full of necessities... and fled to Poland. By the grace of God, the Vaschuk family reunited at SeaTac and they are once again safe and well... and together. Roman even sang the Ukrainian National Anthem at a Kraken game and received an ocean of support! Join Roman, Roza, Erica, and Steve for a powerful conversation about love and war... and their God-orchestrated reunion. Click LISTEN to hear a miracle story today!

He's a motorcyclist, a husband and father of four by day, and a guitarist by night... Mike from MercyMe is in the house! Join Mike, Erica, and Steve for a conversation about teenage drivers, the fear he pushed through, and how happy he is to be coming back to the Pacific Northwest with the band. Click LISTEN to get to know Mike from MercyMe, famous for the songs you love on SPIRIT like Greater, Flawless, and I Can Only Imagine!

Rend Collective is a band that is all about celebrating... and we're in a party mood cause Chris Llewellyn from the band is in the house today! Join Chris, Erica, and Steve for a conversation about Wordle, the powerful thing he prays for the people of Ukraine, psalms of lament, chocolate bunnies, and wait.... there are no WHAT in Ireland?! Click LISTEN to smile soul-deep today.

She's an HGTV hosting, book writing, heart-motivating single mama here to encourage you! Page Turner, host of Fix my Flip, is our special guest today! Join Page, Erica, and Steve for a refreshing conversation about overcoming the hard things, juggling all the life things, and a couple important things to consider regarding real estate. Click LISTEN for laughs and a mini-heart renovation!

These guys are like sunbreaks... always welcome and just in time! THE AFTERS are in the house ~ like in person! Join Josh, Matt, Erica, and Steve for a conversation about their new song: "Say Goodbye (Say Hello)," smart phones + prayer, putting your dreams on hold and picking them up again... and wait... a story about Indiana Jones and an archaeology -loving atheist who started having dreams about Jesus? YES! Click LISTEN to hear this AMAZING story and seriously, so much more!

“Maybe you’re a nerd like me, or maybe you play left tackle for the Seahawks. Doesn’t matter… we’re all called to be keepers and protectors in our spheres of influence, whatever and wherever they are.” ~Brant Hansen, Author, Radio Guy, Puppeteer He plays the accordion and has serious puppet skills. He’s been beaten (prettily handily) at Connect Four by kids in the CURE hospital in Zambia. And every word he speaks on the radio or writes in a book is infused with humor or meaning… and often both at the same time. Our very own Brant Hansen is here! You know he loves all things Lord of the Rings, but did you know he’s a bestselling author?! Join the world’s biggest Gandalf fan, Erica, and Steve for a riveting conversation about Brant’s latest awesome book: “The Men We Need.” Click LISTEN for a chat that will stimulate your brain and your heart.

"For we are God’s masterpiece. He has created us anew in Christ Jesus, so we can do the good things He planned for us long ago." ~Ephesians 2:10 She's a 7-time competitor on American Ninja Warrior, a single mom, and a motivational speaker. Whether she's rocking high heels or high tops, on the stage or on the obstacle course, our special guest today shows up to sow joy. Maggi Thorne is here! Join Maggi, Erica, and Steve for a conversation about how much it hurts to complete some of those crazy challenges, how being a warrior on TV makes her a warrior in real life, and how never giving up is an attainable goal. Click LISTEN for a pep talk today!

Back again with his newest "hit single," Brant brings you, "Chew With Your Mouth Shut." Please rate this against his other greatest hits - We find it hard to know which is better.

Two friends from Edmonds are border-bound to help the pets of precious refugees fleeing Ukraine for their lives. Tana Axtelle and Dan Fine are packing up the bulletproof vests provided by the Lynnwood police department, the donated combat helmets and other armor... and preparing to do what they can for as many pets lost in the chaos of war as possible. Dan is our special guest today! Join Dan, Erica, and Steve for a conversation that will make your heart feel as peaceful as when your cat is napping on your feet or your dog is snoozing by the fire. Click LISTEN to focus on the helpers who are popping up like flowers through concrete! P.S. If you'd like to find out more about the mission, reach out to Dan here: dan@fine.com!

She's part of one of the most dynamic, influential, fun families in America, in addition to being a mom, a grandmother, and a children's book author. Missy Robertson from Duck Dynasty is our special guest today! Join Missy (Jase's wife), Erica, and Steve for a conversation about the delightful characters she created to illustrate God's unconditional love, how she's extending that love to a tiny baby boy right now, and wait... will the Duck Family be returning to your living room? Click LISTEN to remember how truly loved and how very valuable you are.

A cup of hot tea for a mom. A cup of cocoa for a child. A cup of soup for an exhausted, elderly refugee... These things nourish your body and your soul when you flee your homeland and walk into the arms of another nation. World Central Kitchen is on the ground in Ukraine and its border countries right now serving thousands of hot meals with a heaping side of comfort. Chef Fiona is in Poland and she's our special guest today. Click LISTEN to focus in on the people helping the precious Ukrainians.

You sing along with "Gospel Song" on SPIRIT 105.3 ~ it pairs well with northwest-fresh spring air! Recently, Rhett Walker has been dabbling in a few home-improvement projects... and he was involved in a 73-car pile-up on the highway. He's here today to share that miracle story, plus so much more. Join Rhett, Erica, and Steve for a conversation that will make you smile and say, Whew, God is GOOD! Click LISTEN for another episode of Miracle Monday.

Angie Lustyuk has a light on the inside that shines on the outside. Now, she is taking that light, her vibrant faith in Jesus Christ, to one of the darkest places in the world: the edge of a war zone. Angie's family is from the Ukraine and she still has loved ones on the not-safe side of the border. Had war not broken out, Angie would be here faithfully serving on the SPIRIT 105.3 team, but war did break out and it's raging mercilessly. This weekend, she will be in Poland serving the refugees, the precious people with whom she shares blood, with the Solid Rock Mission Team. Before she even finished packing all her supplies... the chap-sticks, the children's Tylenol, the bandages... Angie sat down with Erica and Steve to talk about why she dropped everything to get very close to the place where the bombs are dropping... where her faith can shine its brightest. Click LISTEN to rekindle your faith in Christ today. Who Angie is going with: https://solidrockmission.org/

Rejection. We've all experienced it but God wants you to know that you are precious to Him - He will not reject you if you come to Him. The only way you'll have peace is with Him. Then Peter replied, “I see very clearly that God shows no favoritism. 35 In every nation he accepts those who fear him and do what is right. Acts 10:34-35

It started with a man who left a note in his apartment in San Francisco that said: "If someone smiles at me on the bridge today, I will keep living." No one smiled on that bridge and tragically, the note-writer took his life. A gentleman from Camano Island read that story and instead of feeling sad for a moment and moving on with life, he decided to start spreading as many smiles as he could... and it's changing lives, one hand-painted note card at a time. Keith Yarter is our special guest today! Join Keith, Erica, and Steve for a conversation that will brighten your day. WARNING: If you click LISTEN, you will find yourself smiling more at people every day!

When someone comes between people and the medicine they need, Samaritan’s Purse brings the hospital to the patients. You’ll find their tents set up in the middle of natural disaster areas and at the edge of war zones. It’s a picture of how there is shelter and hope beneath the protection of Christ in every situation in life. Edward Graham from Samaritan's Purse is our special guest today. Join Edward, (the grandson of Billy Graham), Erica, and Steve for a conversation about what he just recently saw firsthand on the border of Ukraine and Poland... and how medicine is a magnet for the Good News of Jesus Christ, the gospel. Click LISTEN to hear what Edward thinks his grandfather's message would be for our world today!

He’s a brand new artist on SPIRIT 105.3 and you’re probably singing the chorus of his new song, “God turn it around,” around your house! But wait there’s more! He’s also a worship leader, a father of three, and a PAINTER. Jon Reddick is our special guest today. Join Jon, Erica, and Steve for a conversation about music, art, and faith! Click LISTEN to hear a story about the one super moon Jon will always remember. It’s breath-stealing!

Sherri isn't allowed to answer this question, but have you ever been tempted to rage quit your job? Before listening, tell us what percentage you think tried to get their jobs back after quitting!

Celebrate with us! Join Jenny from Snohomish Pie Company, Erica, and Steve for a mouth-watering conversation about PIE! Click LISTEN for a slice of the sweet life today. https://snohomishpieco.com/

He’s a pastor from Seattle currently serving a flock in desperate need: the Ukrainian refugees. Pastor Ben Sterciuc, the founder of Vital Solutions, is working around the clock with his team on the border of Ukraine and Romania… and he’s our special guest today. Join Pastor Ben, Erica, and Steve for a conversation about making a difference in Jesus Name one wheelchair, one bed, one cup of hot tea, one pair of gloves, one life at a time. Click LISTEN to hear Pastor Ben answer this question: “Where are you seeing Christ on the border?”

In the darkest mines, diamonds can be found. As the war continues to rage in Ukraine, we will be sharing stories about the people shining brightly in our world's darkest places. Our special guest today is Ethan Forhetz from Convoy of Hope, an organization that literally dispenses hope that has teams on the ground right now. Join Ethan, Erica, and Steve for a conversation about what's happening at the border and how everyone speaks the language of hope. Click LISTEN to hear how hope is showing up in so many forms right now... in meals, candy, diapers, and even stuffed animals.

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The French Family won $8375 + $1000 to give away from United Faith Mortgage! Listen to the follow-up call with Vicky's family members, Richard and their 3 daughters, Frankie, Sarah, and Felicia, and find out who the extra $1000 is going to! We're so happy for you all!

We are so excited to congratulate Vicky from Yelm on her winning guess of "Lazy Susan!" She just won $8,375 plus $1,000 to give away from the United Faith Mortgage piggy bank! You'll love what she wants to do with her money! Take a listen.

Big Daddy Weave is the band behind powerful songs on SPIRIT 105.3 like Redeemed, All Things New, The Lion and the Lamb, Overwhelmed, and Alive. Lead singer Mike Weaver is our special guest today! Join Mike, Erica, and Steve for a conversation that will leave you feeling like the glass of life is half-full. Click LISTEN for a coat of fresh paint of hope on your heart!

"You crush the enemy Underneath my feet You are my sword and shield Though troubles linger still Whom shall I fear? I know who goes before me I know who stands behind The God of angel armies Is always by my side" ~Chris Tomlin song She's a wife, a mom, a flight attendant, and a humanitarian. When people in the world need help, whether it's a natural disaster or a war, you'll find her right there. Sil Wong, on the ground in Poland with Empact Northwest, is our special guest today. Join Sil, Erica, and Steve for a conversation about what it's like on the border of a country at war right now. Click LISTEN to be inspired by her answer to this question: Are you afraid?

Relationships are the heart of Harborstone Credit Union. Their history and roots are built on people, helping people and serving the underserved. Harborstone loves building relationships with their members and gets excited when they get to be a part of a deeper mission where business members have a vision to make a positive impact. This month, they're proud to feature small business owner. Christyn Ryan, who's doing just that with her business. Founders initiative, partnering together they're making a true difference in people's lives and giving kids an opportunity to succeed.

Brant Hansen has some good thoughts about the people who drive you crazy.

Karen is bringing her neighbors together weekly by coordinating food trucks to arrive in their neighborhood twice a week! Bringing people together, one food truck at a time. Listen for the full scoop below!

WHO’S in the house? The one and only David Crowder is our special guest today! He sings songs you love on SPIRIT like “Good God Almighty,” “Let it Rain,” and his latest hit, “In the House.” Join David, Erica, and Steve for a conversation about how church is the place for every heart, pastels, the incredible impact of Sunday school teachers, the guilt associated with eating hollow chocolate bunnies, and what amazes David about Easter! Click LISTEN to feel mentally like you're on the swing on a sunny day.

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Rachel has been taking care of everyone and now Valentine Roofing is going to help her out with a free roof! Thank you Valentine Roofing for catching the spirit of serving the community!

“I tell you the truth, those who listen to My message and believe in God who sent Me have eternal life. They will never be condemned for their sins, but they have already passed from death into life." ~Jesus, in John 5:24 Death to life. Darkness to light. Addiction to drugs to assisting those who are at the beginning of their journey at Seattle's Union Gospel Mission. That's Mark's story! Click LISTEN to remember that one of God's specialties is doing 180's in our lives!

The Bible promises peace that cannot be explained... and that is good news for us humans grappling with the effects of a pandemic and now war in Europe. It's such a blessing to have my pastor in studio with us. He always has a good and timely word to share. Pastor Barry Crane from North Sound Church in Edmonds is here to share about how we can lean into the peace of Jesus as Europe erupts in war. Steve and I would love for you to take a listen. God is still with us - behind us, before us, and beside us as He promises to always be in Psalm 139, which you'll find right in the middle of your bible. You are Loved, Erica

Jesus is still on the throne today. As war erupts in Europe, the Prince of Peace still reigns. Janice Rowe is blessed to be the mom of eight children from the Ukraine and our special guest today. Join Janice, Erica, and Steve for a conversation about what she's hearing from those she loves in the war zone, and how you and I will be praying for the precious people in the Ukraine right now. Click LISTEN for some much-needed perspective.

"Oh, if you're trying hard to breathe in the dark Oh, if your screams don't make a sound Love will meet you in your pain I feel it in me like the beating of life in my veins I know there's gonna be some brighter days" ~Brighter Days, Blessing Offor He sees God's love so clearly running throughout his life... and he's legally blind. Blessing Offor sings that song we love to sing along with on SPIRIT 105.3 ~ "Brighter Days," and he's our special guest today! Join Blessing, Erica, and Steve for a radiant, rousing conversation about his awesome name, how love meets you right where you are, coffee, pressing on, and so.much.hope. Click LISTEN to brighten your day!

He's an NFL legend, a Hall of Famer, a family man, and a Christ follower. And now, you can watch his life story unfold on your TV. Kurt Warner is our special guest today! Pop the popcorn and get ready to be inspired because "American Underdog" is now available on DVD or blu-ray! Join Kurt, Erica, and Steve for a conversation about dreaming big dreams, believing in people, tackling obstacles with perseverance, and what glorifying God looks like on and off the football field. Click LISTEN to fire up your “never give up” mentality! Website: https://americanunderdog.movie/

"Jesus, my life has always been in Your hands... and it still is." ~The prayer Darren Mulligan prayed 10 seconds before he became part of a miracle Darren Mulligan said a prayer in his truck and 10 seconds later, almost met Jesus. The lead singer of the band We Are Messengers (they sing ~ Come What May, Power and Love) is our special guest today! Join Darren, Erica, and Steve for a conversation that will re-set your heart to receive God's love and remind you how present He is in our lives... even when you're hanging upside down. Click LISTEN for a miracle story!

Palindrome: a word, phrase, or sequence that reads the same backward as forward It's 2/22/22! If you are a fan of palindromes, like our special guest, this day is perfect for you! Dr. Aziz Inan, a professor of electrical engineering at the University of Portland, is here. Join Dr. Inan, Erica, and Steve for a fun conversation about palindromes, math, and celebrating TWOsday!

Brant has an executive tip. First of all, Sherri questions his use of "executive." Take a listen to what Brant shares as the many challenges faced with the actual idea of a to-do list and then the follow-through. Do you suffer from the same challenges? Post them in the comments below!

How wonderful is it to be prayed over as you are listening to SPIRIT 105.3?! Our special guest today sings the soul-infusing new song we all are loving, "In Jesus Name (God of Possible)" and you'll be moved by what she describes as the center of her life. Katy Nichole is here! Join Katy, Erica, and Steve for a heart-stirring conversation about the powerful name of Jesus, her personal miracle, the benefits of journaling, and what amazes Katy about Easter. Click LISTEN to fill your soul with good things today!

It's so obvious that they believe what they sing about! Cain is a band of siblings ~ one brother and two sisters ~ who love to sing about what God can do! They'll be encouraging you LIVE in Kent this February 25th along with TobyMac, Crowder, and Cochren & Co. Today, join Logan, Madison, Taylor, Erica, and Steve for a conversation about trusting the Lord through the breath-stealing challenges of life and celebrating the milestones of JOY along the way. Click LISTEN to remember how faithful our God is!

Sometimes it's hard to see how we change over time. Sometimes in trying to make positive strides over something, we fail... but here's the thing, it's okay. All the work that's been done means something, and we just need to dust ourselves off and get back in there. Don't let it stop you from moving forward again. We don't have to go back to the starting line and start over. The enemy would love for us to feel shame but God is not about that. God is helping us change, and yes, we'll slip and fall but it's not the end of change. Keep leaning in to the Lord and He'll walk you through it all.

Thoughtful Citizens is a local group that is living up to their name! Thanks to their efforts, 291 sweet seniors received handmade valentines, hand-delivered by a little girl appropriately wearing wings and her mommy to Life Care Center in Kirkland, Fairwinds in Brittany Park, and Kenmore Senior Living in North Creek by Bonaventure. The two beautiful hearts behind this annual tradition are Maura and her daughter Lucy. Join Maura, Erica, and Steve for a heart-lifting conversation about how love can be tangible! Click LISTEN to sweeten up your day.

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He calls the most well-known verse in the bible a "26 word parade of hope." John chapter three, verse 16 says: “For this is how God loved the world: He gave His one and only Son, so that everyone who believes in Him will not perish but have eternal life." Max Lucado is our special guest today! He's an author and a pastor ~ and he has a knack for speaking straight to the human heart. Join Max, Erica, and Steve for a conversation about the power of God's love for WHOEVER, reclaiming the word "love" for bigger things than peanut butter and even people, something you and I can do daily to keep a soft heart, trusting God who made a billion galaxies and who can make good out of our bad things that happen in our lives, and so much more! Click LISTEN to be inspired and fired up about how much God loves you. Yes, YOU!

Brant & Sherri discuss what the average couple spends for Valentine's Day. How much do you think it is? All we can say is someone out there is buying a car and adding a bow. How much do you spend on Valentine's Day? Tell us in the comments below!

"I felt small on that mountain, but I also felt as though God created all of this ~ number one for His glory, but number two for us to enjoy and for us to explore. When I think about God as my Father and all the things that He has done for me and created for me, including myself, I feel extremely loved." ~Brandon Heath, SPIRIT Artist and Climber of Mountains He just reached the Summit of Mt. Kilimanjaro with Young Life... and Mr. Penguin, one of his daughter's stuffies! He sings "See Me Through," the AWESOME new song that instantly makes you smile on SPIRIT 105.3, and classics you love like "Gimmie your eyes," and "I'm not who I was." Brandon Heath is our special guest today! Join Brandon, Erica, and Steve for a conversation about what he felt midway up the mountain, why Mr. Penguin went on the trip, what he will tell his great grandkids someday about the experience, and wait... a science experiment involving PEEPS?! Click LISTEN for perspectives as fresh as the air on top of Africa's tallest mountain!

Honestly, we're not sure if Brant is singing to the football or about the game itself. Please let us know your thoughts.

Have you ever thought of this before? It should help us when we start to go off on, or about, someone. We hope this blesses you, and helps draw you closer to God as you let your actions glorify the Lord in how you react & respond to others. Listen for some great wisdom and encouragement below.

Oh friend, this is a good one. We struggle with this at times and wonder what's the point if He already knows all the things. The most important reminder for us though is that He tells us to pray. Listen to this great conversation on why it matters.

Have you ever had a medical concern about something and looked it up on Web MD? Sherri did. She looked up her issue and now Brant's not happy about it. He has words for her, lol. Listen below.

Every time you hear his song “Jericho,” it’s like a round kick to fear! Andrew Ripp is our special guest today. Join Andrew, Erica, and Steve for an insightful conversation about his 14th sober birthday, the moment when God became real to him, what amazes him about Easter, and a sweet flower girl story starring the queen, Andrew’s beautiful little daughter Frances.

Like the green buds emerging from the winter soil, hope is blooming tenderly in the Arlington community. Three siblings tragically lost their mom and dad days ago when their car was hit by someone driving intoxicated. Karen is 17. Matthew is 15. Ozland is 8. Theirs is a story of forgiveness, faith, and love. It's about caring people walking beside them and holding out the candle of hope during these dark days. Officer Justin Olson and Chaplain Julie Boyer are our very special guests today. We invite you to listen for a powerful conversation about how special this family is and how the wonderful people of Arlington are wrapping their arms around these precious kids. You will be blessed by the thoughts and reflections of these two very remarkable people as you hear from their very hearts. You are Loved, Erica and Steve

"Without the sauce, you lost!" ~Ryan Ellis, new SPIRIT artist He sings the powerful new song, Heart of the Father on SPIRIT 105.3 and he is a full of heart and zest for life. Ryan Ellis has the special sauce for sure and he's our special guest today. Join Ryan, Erica, and Steve for a conversation about following Jesus through the ups and downs of life... and wait, what does it mean to stay saucy in the Lord? LOL. Click LISTEN for a mood reboot today!

Breaking Animal News: A new study is finding that we're making cats dumber than they use to be. Do you have a cat? True or false?

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"You can!" ~Renate Rain Jumping in Puget Sound is not a comfortable experience... but surrendering to the cold has a myriad of surprising benefits. Renate Rain, co-founder of Puget Sound Plungers is our special guest today. Join Renate, Erica, and Steve for an enlightening conversation about why calmly swimming in the Sound can make you feel better physically and mentally!

His song "House of the Lord" feels like sun breaks in February... and his perspectives on life and faith cut through the mental fog we are all experiencing. Phil Wickham is our special guest today. Join Phil, Erica, and Steve for a conversation about Wednesday morning coffee dates, his recent out of body experience moment, how one TV series has brought him closer to God, what it's like behind the scenes on Good Morning America, when he feels God's love the most, and what Easter means to Phil personally. Phil on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philwickham/?hl=en More on the Chosen: https://www.spirit1053.com/2020/08/24/the-chosen-a-must-watch-tv-recommendation/

"God does not always prevent storms from coming, but He is a God who is both present through them, and sovereign over them." - Alistair Begg Why does God allow suffering? A huge question. One not easy to tackle. Erica and Steve share their thoughts on this monumental question. “I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.” John 16:33

"A family God placed on my path, whom I did not know, gave me their household items when they moved. I had a friend going thru breast cancer treatment and was struggling financially. We hosted a garage sale with all of these donated items and raised her $7,200... from a family we did not know. Blessed in the name of Jesus!" ~ Rhonda's text Rhonda floored us with her story about kindness ~ so we returned the favor by gifting her with FLOOR seats to the TobyMac Hits Deep show in Kent this February! Join Rhonda, Erica, and Steve for a story that has God's fingerprints ALL over it. Click listen to hear a story that demonstrates how very much the Lord loves us!

"We held onto each other and we were just praying and praying and praying." ~Stephanie Dumas, Mickey's grandma So many prayers have gone up for Mikey, the adorable, adventurous boy who snuck out of his babysitter's hosue and fell into a pond in Granite Falls two weeks ago. And the Good Lord is hearing those prayers! But He was always with Mikey. He sent Chelsea Charles, who found Mikey and initiated CPR. He sent the first responders who administered CPR for 35 minutes! They just wouldn't give up on this precious two year old child! God sent the chaplain to assist the family. And He is giving them all faith to believe that Mikey will walk and talk again. Mikey's grandma, Stephanie Dumas, is our special guest today, here to share how the little fighter is doing. Join Stephanie, Erica, and Steve for a conversation that will have you looking up. Click LISTEN to hear this miracle story from Granite Falls.

We have partnered with Valentine Roofing to provide a new roof for someone in need! Erica was able to sit down with the owner, Connor to find out more about the heart behind this program and why they care about being the kind of company that people want in the community. Valentine Roofing has truly caught the spirit of serving!

The only sound better than our Kraken scoring on the ice is the sound of adorable, adoptable puppies barking at Climate Pledge Arena. Ashlyn Kauh, Director of Operations for Doggone Seattle, is our special guest today. Join Ashlyn, Erica, and Steve for a PAW-some conversation about Davy Jones, who the Kraken adopted as their team dog and the cool assignment he's got, how the Kraken are partnering with the rescue, and why Ashlyn does what she does. Click LISTEN to feel like you are snuggling a puppy today! Website: https://www.doggoneseattle.org/adoptable-dogs/

Remember his catchy, powerful song “Starry Night?” Chris August is our special guest today! Years after a skateboarding accident and a pause in making music, Chris is here to share some wonderful stories about a friend who tremendously impacted his life. Join Chris, Erica, and Steve for a conversation about the rich legacy of Jay Weaver, (who played bass for Big Daddy Weave and is now with the Lord Jesus), the peaceful power of ordinary moments, and why it’s smart to marry your best friend. Click listen for a SPIRIT lift today!

I praise you, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made. Wonderful are your works; my soul knows it very well. Psalm 139:14 So God created man in his own image, in the image of God he created him; male and female he created them. Genesis 1:27 A statistic coming from Australia says that women are exposed to more "ideal" feminine body types in one day, than our grandmothers saw in their lifetimes. This shouldn't be the norm...it's not normal, and women should not be evaluated in such a way. Remember, you are "fearfully and wonderfully made" in the image of Christ, loved where you stand. Do you struggle with this in your life?

Pastors ready for a recharge are invited to sign up for the Northwest Annual Men Pastors’ Prayer Summit! It’s a wonderful opportunity happening this February 21-23 at the Cannon Beach Christian Conference Center. Dennis Fuqua with International Renewal Ministries is our special guest today. Join Dennis, (who will be co-facilitating the summit), Erica, and Steve for a conversation about the power of simply being with Jesus… and the benefit of getting away to pray. Click listen for some excellent prayer prompts and then please consider sharing this conversation with your pastor! Thank you.

Jesus fully embraced this man with the disease he had. He didn't have to. He could have healed him from afar. Matthew described Jesus as fastening on to him. What an amazing visual today of total and complete acceptance. Jesus is that way with us today... He holds us, fastens on to us despite our choices and sin. #loved You are fully and completely loved.

The future Joshua and Sarah Treadway have a distinctly PNW love story that'll make you smile. Join Joshua, Sarah, Erica, and Steve for a sweet conversation about the moment on board the Salish that they'll never forget!

"Every time I look back at my life, all I see is love... I wouldn't be here talking to you today if not for His great love." ~Dustin Lollis He's a born encourager and someone you could have a really great conversation with over lattes in a super-hip coffee house... or over pizza straight out of the box in your living room. Oh, and he can sinnnnnnggggg! Dustin Lollis is the lead singer of Sanctus Real and our special guest today. Join Dustin, Erica, and Steve for a conversation about the story behind the band's brilliant new song, "My God is still the same," raising kids ranging in age from 1-18, what God's love looks like, and wait, why is Valentine's Day a bit different in Dustin's house? Click LISTEN for a fresh burst of encouragement today!

She's a mom all about creating beautiful moments that stick... and so many of those start in the kitchen! Right now though, she's hiding in the closet seeking a quiet space for this interview! 🙂 Katie J. Trent is the author of the book, "Dishing Up Devotions," and our special guest today. Join Katie, Erica, and Steve for a conversation and how everything in our lives can point to Jesus. Click LISTEN to fill up your faith tank today!

He was just trying to finish a sermon... he didn't expect to stumble on one! The pastor didn't intend to overhear the conversation in the hole in the wall place one table over, but he did... and he's been percolating on the exchange ever since. Pastor Wyatt Martin from Alderwood Community Church is our special guest today. Join Wyatt, Erica, and Steve for a candid conversation about the longing we have as humans to believe in God. Click LISTEN for an espresso shot of inspiration today!

Brant & Sherri have stories, which include but not limited to, Brant's toaster taking the station off the air for 20 minutes, and Sherri's shopping cart disaster. Listen for the full scoop and share yours below!

This is remarkable, disturbing and amazing... Species of trees usually found in the east are migrating west. Find out why!

You always expect to make memories on a trip. You don't typically expect to go viral on Tik Tok. Then, four feet of snow fell in Leavenworth! That's the story of Brittany Clark-Hargraves and Cory Hargraves from Olympia. Join Brittany, Erica, and Steve for a light-hearted conversation about what it was like to experience that much snow all at once, going viral on Tik Tok, and the surprising joy of being in a pickle together with a lot of people. Click LISTEN to feel like you are THERE without having to shovel any snow!

Hearing the next generation lifting their voices to sing and honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

Sam has a great book recommendation! They have ever color of skin in their family and it was written in response to a son asking his mom why his skin color wasn't different. It's a beautiful book!

When the roof of her home collapsed, her mom instinct kicked in. Emily Elkins, a brand-new mommy from Leavenworth is our special guest today. Join Emily, Erica, and Steve for a conversation about how incredible mothers really are... right from the beginning. Click LISTEN for a powerful miracle story!

He’s a violist, a memory creator, a serenader. In a time when physical touch is limited, Daniel Morris is playing music that travels from his viola directly to the hearts of the people he serenades. Join Daniel, Erica, and Steve for a conversation about how he became a serenader, his favorite serenade story, and the power of music in a pandemic. Click LISTEN to lift your spirit today!

The reindeer are giving the crazy amount of snow that has fallen in such a short time in Leavenworth 5 stars! Erika from the Reindeer Farm is our special guest today. Join Erika, Erica, and Steve for a super-interesting, smile-filled conversation about how happy the herd is right now, an example of an actual reindeer game, and the charming history of her family's farm. Gather your family and click LISTEN for a lot of fun and a little reindeer 101! P.S. The farm is open daily, and you are welcome to visit! Just know reservations are 100% required. Have a wonderful time with someone DEER to you!

Most of us would say we don't give advice unless it's asked for, but there are times that we know we have something to say, good advice that might be helpful. Before plowing forward with giving it, find out first if it's wanted. Brant has a suggestion on how to deal with this in a thoughtful and respectful way. It's a great tip for the day!

Bloodworks Northwest is asking for help! Our local blood supply is critically low, but you can make the difference buy giving the greatest gift possible... your blood! It's incredible that you and I can save up to three lives by donating blood - and it only requires about an hour of our time! Vicki from Bloodworks Northwest is our special guest today. Join Vicki, Erica, and Steve to learn more! Click LISTEN and get inspired to make an appointment today! BWNW website: https://www.bloodworksnw.org/

The Beals family just moved to Mukilteo and they had a problem. Instantly, so many of their new neighbors came together to find the solution... and their dog. Di Beals, Co-Pastor of Venture Church in Mill Creek is our special guest today. Join Di, Erica, and Steve for a conversation that will make you want to love your neighbor a little more. Click LISTEN to hear a story about community... and how special it really is.

Tacoma based marketing agency, David White Marketing Services, has been serving our community by helping business owners in need of marketing amidst Covid-19. Now, local businesses are facing new challenges with updates to Google, Facebook and other platforms, which are impacting how new customers are finding them. Currently, they are giving away $ 5000 to two local businesses in need of marketing and advertising. David “Our agency has been very blessed over this last year, and we’re just fortunate to be in the position to help. I especially love how excited the team rallies around these companies’

But You, O LORD, are a shield about me, my glory, and the Lifter of my head. ~Psalm 3:3 Everything Jay Weaver believed... he is now seeing in Heaven. His faith has become sight! Jay Weaver was the bassist in the Big Daddy Weave band and beloved by so many people. Just days ago, on the heels of a battle with Covid amidst other health complications, Jay got to meet Jesus face to face. And the stories of his kindness and Christ-like character are pouring out of the hearts of his friends on social media. Jason Gray is a SPIRIT Artist and one of the people who loved Jay dearly. At the intersection of depressed and exhausted, Jay's friendship significantly impacted Jason's life. Join Jason and Erica for a conversation that will have you looking up in oh-so-many ways. Click LISTEN to mine some real hope today!

Eugene Peterson's quote got me to sit up straight and prioritize my prayer relationship with God. Here's what he said: "People are too busy to meet with God because they're lazy. They let others decide what they do rather than deciding for themselves." If I want a relationship with God I'll make time. It's pretty simple. - Brant Listen to the convo below.

2022 is off to a PURR-fect start for everyone connected with the Everett Animal Shelter! Greg Stewart, a lifelong fan of felines, gifted the nonprofit $22,042,082 in his will. In 2009, Greg adopted a cat named Misty from the shelter and was evidently inspired by the wonderful work he witnessed. Lindsay Roe, the Everett Animal Shelter’s Development Manager, is our special guest today. Join Lindsay, Erica, and Steve for an uplifting chat about what this gift means to the shelter and what animals mean to us. Click LISTEN for the best kind of facelift ~ a smile.

Seriously, why do people do this to themselves? The latest rage is taking a 90 second ice-cold shower. We ask, why? Please. Why? -Brant

"The need has never been greater." ~Marty Hartman, Executive Director of Mary's Place Do you have extra gently used sheets, blankets, and towels in your closet that are taking up space? Or gently used coats, hats, and scarves your kids have outgrown? You could make a big difference in the life of a family that's starting over from scratch! Marty Hartman, Executive Director of Mary's Place, is our special guest today. Join Marty, Erica, and Steve for a conversation about their new shelter in Bellevue, how Mary's Place is keeping families warm this winter, and how you and I can help! Click LISTEN to find out how easy it is to pitch in.

Darrel the Trick Skater Dog was rescued before he discovered his calling in life... skateboarding! This pup took to the sport like a duck to water, but Darrel's real mission is brightening the lives of everyone he encounters on social media with his sunny personality... and using his shredding skills to help Mom find a cure for Alzheimer's. Hailey Adair, Darrel's person, is our special guest today. Join Hailey, Erica, and Steve for a feel-good conversation. Click LISTEN for a smile!

Yes, she is related to Reba ~ they're sisters! And she's an absolute gem as well! Country-gospel singer Susie McEntire is our special guest today. Susie speaks on behalf of Sarah Young, author of the Jesus Calling books. These devotionals are written as if Jesus is talking with you over coffee. The short, daily inspirational messages are laced with Scripture and endless encouragement. The newest version is written from our perspective... as if we are pouring our hearts out to God. Join Susie and Erica for a hopeful conversation about the brand-new devotional book, "Jesus Listens." CLICK listen to be inspired as the new year begins!

Fireworks and special effects are in the Emerald City forecast! Randy Cote, the Director of Business Development at the Space Needle is our special guest today! Join Randy, Erica, and Steve for a conversation about New Year's Eve 2021 at the Needle and what the future looks like too!

People are huddling to make sure everyone stays warm during this wintry last week of December and beyond. Lisa Utter is one of those difference makers and she's our special guest today. She even served our community on Christmas Day! Join Lisa, Erica, and Steve for a mini chat about how our neighbors are catching the SPIRIT!

Angels in winter are not just made of snow - they're often made of courage and dedication to serving others. Kelly from Snohomish County Road Maintenance is our special guest today! Join Kelly, Erica, and Steve for a conversation about what she and her crews are doing to keep us safe and what makes her job so rewarding. Click LISTEN to feel extra grateful today!

Winter is off to a cold start, but thank God there are people making sure everyone stays warm as toast this week. Debbie Christian is the Director of the Auburn Food Bank and she's with us today to talk about the warming shelter in her city. Join Debbie, Erica, and Steve for a conversation that will open your heart to the needs of others. Click LISTEN to hear why Debbie does what she does... and be inspired!

It was a good and valiant effort but goals may not have been met. Brant has the scoop on a researcher who tried to go off coffee.

Grateful to Mike from WSDOT for waking up with us today. Join us for a little refresher course on driving in snowy, icy conditions. Stay safe! We care about you. You are Loved, Erica and Steve

One cool dad and his kids decided to do something very sweet for complete strangers on Christmas afternoon. Join Erica, Steve, and Brian Yeager to find out how what they did to BAKE a difference. Click LISTEN to warm up your heart today!

This Christmas, you're invited to step into the light... to feel a shawl of peace fall on your shoulders as you enjoy a delicious freshly-baked cookie with the people you love. Experience Christmas at Evergreen tonight through 12/24, Christmas EVEning. Join Pastor Phil McCallum and Erica and be inspired by this decade-long Bothell tradition that honors the Light of the world. Click LISTEN and you'll want to go tonight!

"Strange, isn't it? Each man's life touches so many other lives. When he isn't around, he leaves an awful hole, doesn't he?" ~Clarence the angel, "It's a Wonderful Life" I remember seeing a VHS tape of "It's a Wonderful Life" on our dining room table as a kid. It had a bright green cover and I remember asking my mom, "What's that?" She said, "Oh, Eri. That's a wonderful movie." Mom was right about that and so many other things. I've been watching the heartwarming story of George Bailey's life since then, and every year I feel richer because of it. That's why I'm so pleased to introduce our very special guest today... Greg Asimakoupoulos! Greg is an ordained minister from Mercer Island and author of the book, "Finding God in It's a Wonderful Life." CLICK listen to be filled with the Christmas SPIRIT and be reminded why you matter. Merry Christmas! YOU Are Loved, Erica

"God's Kingdom is the most firm foundation so I'm expecting a really good year because with God, all things are good... always, all the time." ~Danny Gokey, SPIRIT 105.3 Artist Danny Gokey is here with the Christmas SPIRIT! He sings songs you love on SPIRIT 105.3 like, "Love God, Love People," "Be Alright," and "Stand in Faith." He's got some beautiful things to share with you about grace and God's goodness today, and wait... why was he wearing a Grinch onesie? 🙂 Click LISTEN and join Danny, Erica, and Steve for a conversation about the holly and the jolly... and the HOPE of the season!

Thousands of people living on the street and in shelters will have warm feet this winter thanks to Larry Snyder and his “sock crew.” They collected over 6000 pairs of socks at Starbucks locations in Bellevue and Mercer Island. He stopped counting! Join Larry, Erica, & Steve for a heartwarming chat about what kindled Larry’s giving spirit and how socks make a huge difference in the lives of those who are homeless living among us.

Find out from Brant what the appropriate amount of trips to the buffet is to an all-you-can-eat buffet. It seems the name should say it all but apparently there is some dissension with restaurant managers. Listen and find out their magic number.

Have you heard this? Have you seen this? Did you buy one? Take a listen to this story on what people are finding when buying their Cadbury Christmas stocking chocolate this year!

“We know that as Christmas approaches, it’s a really hard time for a lot of people who have lost so much. We want to show them that the same God that came down to earth as a baby, is the same God that is with them today.” ~Kristin Holben God is at work in Whatcom County following the floods that took so much from so many this fall, through people willing to lend a listening ear and get their hands dirty. Kristin from Samaritan’s Purse, an organization based out of North Carolina with a team on the ground here in Washington, is our special guest today. Join Kristin, Erica, and Steve for a conversation about how they’re cleaning houses and uplifting hearts - God’s work - in Whatcom County! Click LISTEN and for a SPIRIT lift.

There's something about doing simple things for people. Brant gives an example of just how simple, using scripture. We don't have to go big (though that's great too) but there is something just as amazing in doing simple things for others. Take a listen to find out more.

Do you look at a problem and think "What can I really do? Will it even matter?" It does matter! A cheerful smile, opening a door for someone, saying a kind word... These small acts can change someone's day with one basic kindness. Let's try to do one nice thing daily. It'll not only affect the other person, but it'll bring joy to you!

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He went from stocking things like cereal and alphabet soup at the grocery store to a committed dad playing in the NFL with these pretty cool letters after his name: NFL MVP, and Super Bowl MVP. Kurt Warner's real-life journey is now a movie! Kevin Downes, producer of American Underdog is our special guest today. Join Kevin, Erica, and Steve for a conversation about success, humility, and faith displayed in the life of a Hall of Fame quarterback.

Well, he's done it again(take that any which way you like, lol!) For your listening pleasure we have a Brant Hansen holiday song. He describes it as "heartwarming", "Christmassy", "feels like the holidays"... Honestly though, we have to say that this can be used at any time of year. A song to help usher people out the door during the holidays or any given time. Please listen and comment below with your thoughts.

"What we're sending is truly hope... hope that tomorrow is going to be better than today." ~Ethan Forhetz, Convoy of Hope Terrible tornadoes invaded Kentucky and five other states... but hope is already on the ground. Ethan Forhetz from Convoy of Hope is our special guest today. Join Ethan, Erica, and Steve for a conversation about how the Convoy of Hope disaster team is meeting practical and spiritual needs right now, and how you and I can support their incredible work.

"I always believed in God. I just didn't know He believed in me." ~Matt Maher, SPIRIT Artist You love his music on SPIRIT 105.3... "Lord, I need you," and "Alive and Breathing," and on Christmas SPIRIT 105.3... "Glory (Let there be Peace)" and the wondrous version of "Hark the Herald Angels Sing." You can't help but sing along! And now Matt Maher is in a movie called, "Christmas With the Chosen ~ The Messengers." He shares some very profound things on the big screen and today, we invite you to join Matt, Erica, and Steve on a heart journey. You’ll explore thoughts from Matt like, “The nativity isn’t porcelain,” and “I always believed in God. I just didn’t know He believed in me.” Pour a nice mug of hot peppermint tea, click LISTEN, and enjoy this meaningful conversation!

A real gem is catching the Christmas SPIRIT in Edmonds! Andy Cline from Cline Jewelers is sponsoring free holiday movies and cartons for the kids this Friday! And the big man in red will be there too! Join Andy, Erica, and Steve for a min-chat that will feel like a mug of cocoa for your heart.

"We look at the humanity behind their faith. There's a reason why the angels told them both ~ 'Do not be afraid,' because they're human and they deal with fear and anxiety. We look at what it's like to be so full of faith and so willing to say yes to God... but also, to have to grapple with fear and anxiety, which I think is really important for where we are in today in history as well." ~Katherine Warnock, Producer of The Chosen, on the special emphasis on Mary and Joseph in the Christmas special Whether it's on your smartphone, your TV, or at your local movie theater, you can see hope on a screen this holiday season, thanks to The Chosen! This series really brings the humanity of Jesus to life and shows his love in living color. You'll see Him smile and joke with His followers and even dance at the wedding where He turned water into wine. Perhaps, this portrayal is breaking down walls in hard hearts as people get to know Jesus and His words of hope. Katherine Warnock is one of the producers for the Chosen and our special guest today. It's Join Katherine, Erica, and Steve for a glimpse behind the scenes of the world's largest crowd-funded TV project and the now record-breaking movie, "Christmas with the Chosen - The Messengers." Click LISTEN to hear about what it's like behind the scenes of The Chosen!

His car flipped over SEVEN times and then on the other side of the highway, it collided with an 18-wheeler and a semi-truck. Jamie Kimmett shouldn't be alive today, but God spared his life in a 100% miraculous way. Join Jamie, Erica, and Steve for a conversation that will fill you with hope and the Christmas SPIRIT! P.S. Did we mention Jamie has a lovely Scottish accent? 🙂

She was a mom whose life was shattered by abuse and drugs... but she is not that person anymore. God took the broken pieces of her life and created a beautiful mosaic of hope. The glue He used was Seattle's Union Gospel Mission. Click LISTEN to hear Geneva's journey from hopelessness to HOPE... and unworthy to LOVED!

"It was so holy... I feel like it just brought the whole story to life for us." ~Franni Rae Cash Cain, on being part of Christmas with the Chosen ~ The Messengers Company at Christmastime is the best, and Franni Rae Cash Cain is super-good company! Franni is part of the family band, We the Kingdom, known for songs you love like "Holy Water," "Child of Love," and "God So Loved." Right now, they're encouraging you with a glorious version of "Silent Night" on Christmas SPIRIT 105.3! Pour a glass of eggnog (with a dollop of whipped cream) and join Franni, Erica, and Steve for a conversation about working with family, what it was like to be part of Christmas with the Chosen ~ The Messengers, holiday memories, and why she sings barefoot. Hint: it's so lovely.

Jennifer Shutts is sending her dad, Ronald Shutts, home for Christmas!

“He knew that I couldn’t be enough… that’s why He came. He wanted to rescue me.” ~Laura Richie: Wife, Mom, Nurse, Author Get the kids in their Christmas pajamas, make some cocoa with extra marshmallows, and start a new holiday tradition ~ celebrate Advent with a meaningful story time! Laura Richie is a mom, a nurse, a children’s book author, and our special guest today. Her heart is to tell kids the Good News that Jesus came to rescue them. Click LISTEN to join Laura, Erica, and Steve for a conversation about the story behind “The Advent Storybook – 25 Bible Stories Showing Why Jesus Came,” what it’s like juggling so many meaningful roles, her personal faith journey, and how she celebrates Christmas in her home.

Christmas is a busy time and Brant has a song on his heart about how busy we get. Sherri patiently listens. Apparently the message is clear. As always, please comment below with your thoughts.

If Jordan Smith auditioned for an angelic choir, he'd make it! The Voice star sings the most fun rendition of "You're a mean one, Mr. Grinch," and a powerful new version of a beloved Christmas classic, "Oh Come." And how many Christmas trees does he have up this year? Join Jordan, Erica, and Steve for a Christmassy conversation that pairs well with a peppermint mocha!

First, the floods overtook Whatcom County. Now their community is overflowing with love and compassion. Matt Goering, owner of Herb Niemann's Steak House in Everson, is our special guest today. Even though Matt and his family were personally affected by the recent floods, they made the decision to give back. Together with other caring neighbors, everyone is doing their part. Along with a listening ear, hundreds of Thanksgiving dinners were served at the Smokestack Diner and the spaghetti suppers that started a couple weeks ago, continue at the steak house. Click LISTEN to be inspired by how Matt is catching the SPIRIT in Everson!

It's what's on TV while your turkey is roasting and as you stir pumpkin puree and sugar to make a pie. The Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade is a tradition that we grew up experiencing as kids and now share with the children we love. Join Wesley, Erica, and Steve for a conversation that will make your heart lift like the balloons on Thanksgiving morning!

It's the season for miracles. Join Washington State Trooper Rocky Oliphant, Erica, and Steve for a conversation that will leave you marveling and looking up!

How do you get the juiciest turkey? What's the funniest turkey story you've heard? Your best advice for someone making their first turkey attempt? Is it possible to cook a turkey in an air fryer? Let's talk about it! Join Bill from the Butterball Turkey Talkline, Erica, and Steve for a fun conversation seasoned with great 411, with a little gratitude sprinkled in too!

He sings some of the most encouraging songs on SPIRIT 105.3… like “Lion and the Lamb,” “I Know,” “All Things New,” and “Alive.” We are so glad Mike Weaver and the band are ALIVE today following a terrifying tour bus accident. Join Mike, Erica, and Steve for a spirit-lifting conversation.

It's a perfect day to pray for our neighbors and to remember how blessed we are to be part of a wonderful community. Kelli joins Erica and Steve with a heart-lifting report from the Burlington area.

Soup and love are being served today for those displaced by the floods and for those helping to rescue and make a difference. Kim joins Erica and Steve to share about the good going on inside Conway Fire Hall!

Brant received a voicemail from a grandma thanking him for being an example for her autistic grandson. Listen to his advice for young adults, particularly with autism but really, just about anyone.

It's the centerpiece of the day. It provides the comforting aroma of tradition. It's what we gather around to celebrate! Yeah, we are talking TURKEY! And the Eastridge Church Family in Issaquah and West Seattle wants to make sure you have one on your table this Thanksgiving Day... plus some trimmings too. Join Pastor Steve, Erica, and Steve for a chat about the good going on and why! Turkey 411: https://www.eastridgetoday.com/ministries/upcoming-events/turkey/

Mariella Satow is not quite fluent in American Sign Language just yet, but she is speaking clearly to every heart in the world. The 17-year-old has created something so lovely called SignUp, which allows children who are deaf and can't read captions yet, to SEE their favorite movies in American Sign Language. It's a Google Chrome extension that can be used on Disney +... but more definitively, a labor of LOVE. Her beautiful idea is generating smiles from precious children who are deaf, and their families too. Join Mariella, Erica and Steve for a conversation about how it works and what inspired her to take it from neat concept to reality... we're talking Disney +! Mariella's Website: https://www.signupcaptions.com/

"Forgive us our sins as we forgive those who sin against us." The words Jesus taught us to pray seem so simple... but every human being knows... living them out is not easy. Our special guest today is Tim Heffner, Pastor of Hidden Creek Community Church in Olympia. 15 months ago, an arsonist set fire to the church, and since then the congregation has been rebuilding their house of worship on a foundation of mercy and forgiveness, layer upon layer. Join Pastor Tim, Erica, and Steve for a heart-shifting conversation about the power and process of forgiveness.

This is an interesting little Christmas survey. Some people want to put their decorations up before Thanksgiving, however the majority is after. Funny thing though, they found an interesting little twist to the results, and Brant has the details. Take a listen for a funny tale on human beings. Where did you fit into these results?

Are you in a hurry all the time? Hurry cuts us off from God, other people, and even from our own soul because we're distracted and not functioning like we normally would. Love, joy & peace is what makes life full. Peace doesn't fit into the rhythm of hurry.

You’ve heard of K9 Dogs, but how about KARE 9 Dogs? James Casner, an Army Veteran and one half of quite a difference-making duo, is our special guest today. Join James, Erica, and Steve for a conversation about the life-changing work of the Kare 9 Military Ministry (a branch of Lutheran Church Charities) and how James and Kare 9 Reuben, partner to bless our amazing heroes! Website: https://www.lutheranchurchcharities.org/kare9-about.html

She’s a writer and a mom… and perhaps that’s why she penned a book that you and I can read in one sitting by the fire this holiday season... with a nice cup of cocoa. It can also be a resource for a friend who is unsure about what they believe! Rebecca McLaughlin, author of the book, Is Christmas unbelievable? is our special guest today. While touching on the firm foundations of what we believe, Rebecca offers fresh perspectives that will fill you with wonder and carve a deep well of hope in your soul. Join Rebecca, Erica, and Steve for a conversation centering on these four questions: Was Jesus even a real person? Can we take the gospels seriously? How can you believe in a virgin birth? Why does it matter? Make that cocoa if you please… and then click listen!

Let me get this right. Multiple coffee companies did a study to find out if people need coffee or not. Turns out we do! Fascinating. Listen to the full convo here.

We are so excited to be sending David home for Christmas!

It started with two moms (of course!) who saw a big problem in Renton… and found a way to bake a difference in the lives of kids living in homeless shelters. The icing on the cake is that now they’re part of the solution in King, Pierce, and Snohomish counties! Join Jarod the Director of Development for Birthday Dreams and Erica for a sweet conversation about how they’re celebrating kids who are having birthdays while they're experiencing homelessness… and giving moms and dads a sigh of relief into the bargain!

Scientists have done studies on the impact of the time change and the findings are truly "shocking." Brant shares the details and we're curious of your thoughts. Please leave them in the comment section below!

She sings songs that re-center your heart like “Goodness of God,” and “Famous For…” so it only makes sense that Jenn Johnson would write a book that puts the focus back on the lovely in our lives. It’s a beautiful coffee table book called “Pursuing the Lovely,” and it makes the perfect Christmas gift for all the people you love. So, take a nice, deep breath, brew a cup of your favorite tea, and join Jenn and Erica for a conversation about pursuing the lovely, slowing down, and the spaces we can create to invite the good stuff in. Oh… and Jenn just had one of the best days of her life and she’s ready to share the joy with us!

Brant Hansen has an idea that only he could come up with and we think is seriously brilliant. Just shout "TIME CHANGE" and poof, you have an instant re-do. He explains it much better. Please listen and let us know if you try it and how it went. Good luck! Bosses won't be fans but sometimes life will throw little surprises their way. #adapt #adjust #timechange

He sings songs on SPIRIT 105.3 that take you soul-deep like, "Reckless Love," "Sparrows," and "The Father's House..." Cory Asbury is our special guest today and he is such good company! Join Cory, Erica, and Steve for a conversation about how he fought through a tough battle with Covid and how God met him in the middle, gratitude, how he's staying hopeful right now, his favorite Christmas movie, and the toughest question he's ever been asked. Hint... it's about Thanksgiving food, LOL.

November offers us a chance to be grateful on purpose. We're so thankful for our special guest today, Dr. Gregory Jantz! He's the founder of the Center, a Place of Hope, (in Edmonds), a dear friend of SPIRIT 105.3, and a hope dispenser. You'll be inspired by the story you hear Dr. Jantz share today... perhaps enough to start you own gratitude journal!

When your team isn't in the World Series, (GO M's!!!) it's fun to pull for your friend's team! Join Erica and her friend Taylor to hear about the exciting, hopeful vibe in Atlanta right now... and what it will mean to her city if the Braves win!

If this can happen to listener Wendy, a golfer lining up her tee shot and out of nowhere 11 kangaroos started "charging" her... you gotta know that this can then happen anywhere. Keep your eyes up and open at all times, my friend.

“Aslan is a lion- the Lion, the great Lion," said Mr. Beaver. "Ooh," said Susan. "I'd thought he was a man. Is he... quite safe? I shall feel rather nervous about meeting a lion." "Safe?" said Mr. Beaver. "Who said anything about safe? 'Course he isn't safe. But he's good. He's the King, I tell you.” ~C.S. Lewis, The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe He's the voice of the Listener's Bible and the star of The Most Reluctant Convert, The Untold Story of C.S. Lewis, in theaters this Wednesday evening ONLY... and our special guest today! Join Max McLean and Erica for a fascinating conversation about one of the most beloved and influential Christian writers in history.

A bouncy ball. A toothbrush and a tiny tube of toothpaste. A Match box car. A little doll. Stickers. All of these things and so many more can be found at any dollar store. They can also fit in a shoebox, right alongside the Good News! You and I fill the shoeboxes and Operation Christmas Child will place them in the hands of a child in need of a bit of Christmas joy! You can even track your box to see where in the world it's delivered! Jessica Ohlinger is the Young Families' and Children's Pastor at North Sound Church, a shoebox collection site in Edmonds. Join Jessica, Erica, and Steve for a conversation about how you can fill a shoebox.... and a little heart with hope too. North Sound Collection site Website: https://northsoundchurch.com/

90 TRUNKS will be open and filled with candy at this weekend's Trunk or Treat at Alderwood Community Church in Lynnwood. Join Pastor Chad, Erica, and Steve for a conversation about the winning combination of candy and community!

This guy took the available option for all you can eat meals for $100 at Six Flags and saved so much money on food each month, that he was able to pay off his tuition, get married, and buy a house. Ingenious. Now that we're talking, I kinda wish Six Flags was closer.

What is it like to bring joy to people every day? Just how much practice was involved in achieving your dream? How do you get over falling down when you're learning how to skate? Emily Arsenault is a figure skater and one of the stars in Disney on Ice... and our special guest today! Make it a magical day and join Emily, Erica, and Steve for a fun chat!

If you're looking for a little stress relief in your life, take a stroll through Fairbank Farm in Edmonds this weekend. You'll see piglets snuggling together to keep warm in the barn, baby chicks cheeping in an incubator, cows with sweet sleepy eyes, and lots of pumpkins. Take fun photos, wend your way through the mini-corn maze, and pet the cute little goats to your heart's content. Join Laurel from Fairbank Farm, Erica, and Steve for a conversation about life on the farm and how animals are such a blessing. Visit their website: https://www.fairbankfarm.com/

They're going to be putting a hydrophone in Edmonds soon! Join Tamara from the Orca Conservancy, Erica, and Steve to find out how it will help our orcas!

Somewhere in China at a tourist attraction's entrance, 100 speed bumps were installed... Apparently there was concern that too many people were walking by without appreciating the historic site. Listen to the full commentary below and leave your thoughts in the comments box below!

Standing in Your presence, Lord I can feel You diggin' all the roots up I feel Ya healin' all my wounds up All I can say is, Hallelujah ~Look what You've Done, Tasha Layton's song She sings some of the most powerful songs on SPIRIT 105.3 like... "Look what You've done," and "Into the Sea." Tasha Layton is a gifted singer, a wife, a mom of not one, but two miracle babies, and a new author too. Her book called Boundless is coming out soon! Join Tasha, Erica, & Steve for a conversation that will fill up your faith tank.

The Netherlands have added this lane to some of their grocery stores. It's an acknowledgement that people are lonely and need someone to talk to. Would you use this? Sherri asks if Brant would... Can you guess his answer? Find out what he had to say below.

It's the largest earthquake and tsunami drill in the world! Join Steven from the Great Washington ShakeOut, Erica, and Steve for a conversation about what's happening at 10:21 AM TODAY! https://www.shakeout.org/washington/

If you give a hippo a pumpkin, what happens? Which animals dig squash the most? Find out at the Pumpkin Bash at Woodland Park Zoo this weekend! Join WPZ Curator Rachel, Erica, & Steve for a fun preview! https://www.zoo.org/pumpkinbash

It's like putting the Washington State Fair in your freezer! Hand-crumbled classic Fisher scones, homemade raspberry jam, and Whidbey Island Ice Cream have come together to make the world a better place. Join Harry from Conifer Specialties, Eric, And Steve for a conversation about what may become your favorite dessert.

They're raising money to find the cure for pediatric cancer, but another way to say it is... they're making miracles. Corky Frady, the founder of Let's Sack Cancer is our special guest today. Join Corky and Erica for an uplifting conversation about the precious person who inspired this organization and how miracles are being made right here in Seattle. P.S. Pac Man will be used to explain the treatment. https://letssackcancer.org/us/

There's a lot of bad advice going around for young people right now. In fact, the idea of looking for someone to mentor you who is a wise & respected person isn't included in "the list." Listen to Brant & Sherri's as they reflect back on their younger years and what their thoughts are on the matter.

There are people in our culture that are determined that you should smile when in social settings, but not all are wired this way, and sometimes life is just hard and you don't want to fake it. We just want you to know, that's okay and being authentic is good. On a lighter note, Brant gives an example of how to get someone to smile but Sherri warns against this tactic in the workplace. Fair warning. Anyway, all this to say, if you don't feel like smiling all the time or on cue, or within socially expected instances... that's okay.

"I've never seen a greater need in our community than now. This is God's Work." ~Deborah Brandi, Nourishing Network in Edmonds I remember three choices during the lunch-packing years: 1.) Lunchable (PLEASE MOMMMMMMMM!) 2.) P B & J 3.) Cafeteria money The choice depended on what kind of groove we were in as a family - you know, how busy we were. I may not have known what my kids were going to eat day to day, but I knew they would always have lunch... and breakfast... and dinner... plus probably two snacks. We were blessed. Here in the pandemic, so many local families are struggling to put food on the table, and that's why we are so thankful for the Nourish Network in Edmonds. Deborah Brandi, the Executive Director of the Foundation for Edmonds School District, is our special guest today. Join Deborah, Steve, and I for a conversation about how they're feeding kids in our community and why it matters so much. You are Loved.

There's an epidemic of loneliness currently happening in the world right now. If that's you, please know that you are not alone. The Lord is with you, always by your side, receiving you as you are, and loved.

Lorna Wells has four adorable sons, one as young as six months, and she’s married to a musician who goes on tour. Recently, this amazing mama shared on Instagram that she is re-starting her quiet time with God. Did we mention the boys are into karate? 😊 And oh yeah, Lorna is the wife of Tauren Wells! He sings so many of the songs you love on SPIRIT 105.3… “Famous For,” “Known,” “Hills and Valleys,” and his latest, “Until Grace.” Join Lorna, Erica, and Steve for a conversation about making time for God during life’s busiest season.

"There is something about the intersection of brokenness and the message of grace that is really transformative." ~Jared C. Wilson He loves the real you and the real me and it's so refreshing to remember that! Join Author Jared C. Wilson and Erica for an encouraging conversation about God's unconditional love.

They sing classics like "We Believe,” and “God’s Not Dead,” and the Newsboys are excited about their new album, STAND! Join the leader of the band, Michael Tait, (who exudes JOY), Erica, and Steve for a conversation about the awesome new music, Cash the dog, who's named after a music legend, and yes, joy in all circumstances.

63% of people feel like they're living an identical day, day after day, but isn't that what it usually is? I mean are we supposed to be doing adventurous new things on the daily, climbing the alps, going bungee jumping...? The seemingly mundane stuff, when we take a step back years from now, we'll find it wasn't mundane at all. Live each day all in, with an expectancy from the Lord. Each day will be rich in that.

FIGHT NIGHT is coming to three incredible churches in the PNW this weekend! Enjoy a fun date night hosted by Dr. Les and Dr. Leslie Parrot. Les is a clinical psychologist and Leslie is a marriage and family therapist. As a married couple, they love sharing their story and offering you the tools to handle conflict well. It’s possible! The question is not if you’re going to fight in your relationships, but how you fight. You’ll learn how to fight well and have a blast doing it! Join Leslie, Erica, and Steve for a perspective-shifting conversation and get your tickets to hang out with Les & Leslie this weekend!

SPIRIT 105.3 is joined with Dick, the owner of Dickson Tennis, sharing how Harborstone Credit Union helped launch his tennis pro shop and inspired him to Catch the Spirit by giving back to the community. Dick's business has been able to flourish with the assistance of Harborstone Credit Union through navigating PP loans and other financial investments. Dick has now been able to open 9 different tennis pro shops. With the success of his business, he finds joy in giving back to the community. He regularly donates tennis equipment to local schools and recently replaced equipment lost in house fire for one of his customers.

We want to hear about the people and businesses you know doing good work and truly Catching the Spirit of kindness in the community. You can tell us about them here. Special thanks to Fellowship Home Loans for helping us recognize those in our community doing good.

Sheltering is absolutely our job as a parent, and especially in regard to cell phones, though it also includes other areas too. We provide shelter for our kids in all sorts of ways that our kids "breathe in" to their minds. As they get older the sheltering on our part releases in respect to their maturity level but we're called to raise, protect and guide these kiddos in the best way that we can. Listen to the conversation below. We'd love to hear your thoughts on this! Pop your comments below.

You can't spell PARTY without P-A-T! Pat Barrett is coming to Eastridge Church in Issaquah Sunday for WORSHIP NIGHT, and he's right here on SPIRIT today! Join Pat, Erica, and Steve for a fun, joyful conversation about coffee, traveling with kids, pumpkin spice, and why worship is feeling miraculous right now.

Our M's are on fire! Fireworks of hope and excitement are going off at T Mobile Park every night. What is it like in the dugout right now? Where are the guys mentally? Our special guest today is Tim Gaydos, the chaplain for the Seattle Mariners! Join Tim, Erica, and Steve for a conversation that will fire you up to BELIEVE! GO M's!

His song “Fires,” is well… FIRE on SPIRIT 105.3! Jordan is a husband, father of four, (2 boys, 2 girls), and yes, a talented musician with a hot song. :) Join Jordan, Erica, and Steve for an encouraging conversation about family, drawing strength from God when you’re weary, and walking through the fires of life.

Usually when the scientists spot an asteroid on its way it's all over the news, panic ensues, 401K's are turned in, and it's a real madhouse. Why didn't they tell us about the one that just came and went, that was near earth?

Deep down we think people are looking for a fatherly blessing, someone who approves of us and is looking out for us. The Bible talks about how that is exactly what God is. His Word is rich in reminders that He loves & values you. If you're feeling lost and alone, read the Word for these reminders today. You are loved.

Where do you like to sit on a plane? Brant & Sherri have stats on the percentages for where people choose to sit. Brant distrusts people who choose to sit in the middle seat. He shares. Please listen.

Friend, what you are doing is significant. You have purpose. Please don't compare yourself to what others do - He made you, YOU! God is in the details and uses you wherever you are. You are loved!

“Unless Someone Like you Cares a Whole Awful Lot, Nothing is Going to get Better. It's Not.” ~Dr. Seuss It began with picking up one piece of trash and helping one person. Now it's a movement. Amazing volunteers have cleared over 276,000 pounds of trash from parks and shared spaces in Seattle... and 52 people have accepted help and are now living off the streets. Andrea from "We Heart Seattle" is our special guest today. Join Andrea, Erica, and Steve for an uplifting conversation about what happens when you share hope by putting barbeque tongs from Home Depot to good use!

The Windex bottle description is baffling.... Why does it say it's made of 100% ocean bound plastic? What does that actually mean? Please join our riveting conversation and share your thoughts!

"God says, 'Come to Me with your weariness.' I appreciate Him acknowledging that we are human... that this side of heaven we are going to get tired, we are going to be weary, we're going to get discouraged... and that's something we don't have to hide from God or others." ~Laura Story, SPIRIT artist and author She can write songs like “Blessings,” and books like her latest, “So Long Normal…” that offer the words your heart and mine need to hear. Laura Story is a wife, a mom of 3, a worship leader at her church, and an author. The question is not when does she sleep (though we are curious)… but is that her zip lining on the cover of her new book or is it a model? Join Laura, Erica, and Steve for a fun and truly insightful conversation about faith and trusting God when He calls us to zip line into the unknown.

His song gets in your head and that’s a really good thing ~ “Holy Spirit Come” is awesome! In addition to being a SPIRIT artist, Patrick Mayberry is a blessed husband, a father of three boys and one girl, and a brand-new fan of a super-popular sport. Join Patrick, Erica, and Steve for a conversation about the passion-filled song we love, his journey from “what is worship” to leading worship in a powerful way, why he bought a polo shirt for the first time in 15 years, and what it’s like in a house with four kids under 10!

Brant shares the story of a card that was sent to him from a correctional facility, and why it meant so much him. Friends, let's be a light today. It doesn't take a lot to make a difference in someone's day. Open the door for someone, smile at people, write a card to someone... Thank you Juan, for this reminder.

Remember this next time if you get impatient with someone who's older... You're getting older! We're all getting older! We're going to be that person down the road. Before you get impatient with someone, ask yourself how you would want to be treated when that age? Getting older isn't for the faint of heart - There are so many challenges. Let's just live by the motto of love and kindness, and that should spread into our actions with all.

It’s not just the title of Natalie Franke’s wonderful new book, but it’s the truth about us: we were… Built To Belong. Join Natalie, Erica, and Steve for a conversation about finding connection in these chaotic times, a super-helpful perspective on competition, and making true friendships. This is such a wonderful

We're in trouble guys. If garbage trucks go electric do you understand the issues most of us will have? If you're like me, you forget to put the garbage out the night before but we always have the last ditch reminder when you hear the truck rumbling and beeping all the way up the road... With electric, they're going to be quiet and we'll end up with a hopeless mess growing in our garages. Please listen to this community, no national, issue at hand. We must band together in brotherhood/sisterhood.

He sings songs that make your heart soar and smile… like “Famous For,” “Known,” “Hills and Valleys,” “Like you love me,” and his latest duet with Rascal Flatts, “Until Grace.” Join Tauren, Erica, and Steve for a conversation about having 4 sons, back to school photos on the gram, and the funny stories about singing with Rascal Flatts.

This is true, look it up if you don't believe us. Thomas Jefferson. Listen if you don't believe us!

Bad news has been covered so let's be the ones bringing the Good News of Jesus Christ to this world.

WE ARE MESSENGERS are going to be singing LIVE for you tonight at the FAIR! We know you love their wonderful songs... "Power," "Everything comes alive," "Love," "Image of God," and their gorgeous, latest hit,"Come what may," which features psalm 23. Join Darren, the band's lead singer, and Erica for a conversation about a treehouse for grownups, some of the loveliest words in the bible, rest, gratitude, and of course... the FAIR! You will be blessed by Darren's thoughts!

"Faith puts trusts in God's word no matter what's happening on the outside. I trust in His words more than my feelings and I trust what He's doing more than what I'm doing." ~Danny Gokey, SPIRIT Artist Whether Danny Gokey's talking or singing his heart out, FAITH FLOWS! He sings "Love God, Love People," "New Day," "Haven't seen it yet," and his latest hopeful hits... "Be Alright" (with Evan Craft), and "Stand in Faith." Join Danny, Erica, and Steve for a conversation that will fill your faith tank to overflowing!

As long as there are heroes living out their calling, we will shine the spotlight on them! Join Georgia Daniels and Erica for a mini chat about how firefighters recently made history in Graham… and why she has dedicated 26 years to serving our community.

Applebee's is a main staple for Sherri and I. Tim the Millennial/IT guy explains why this is happening. The conversation is riveting. Take a listen. Also, please share your opinion below. =)

I'm so frustrated. My calendar app sends me my calendar reminder an hour after the event is scheduled to happen! This is of no help as you can imagine. It's detrimental actually. Sherri has re-named it the "Calendar Recap App." There's too much to type here about this issue. Please listen. - Brant p.s. Send help.

Love multiplies. Joe and Tammy from Olympia won the SPIRIT Secret Sound yesterday and within minutes, they decided to give the bonus $1,000 in the United Faith Mortgage Piggy Bank to their daughter, Brittany. You will love hearing this very special bonus dad call and surprise his very special bonus daughter with happy news.

Congratulations to Joe from Olympia, who won $2,075 with the Secret Sound today!

Let's live a radical forgiving life where we extend forgiveness to those who have hurt or wronged us. A good starting point to fuel this is that God has forgiven us and been so good to us, despite ourselves. We grow in spiritual maturity as we allow forgiveness to shape us in Christ.

Four Seattle police officers on bikes pulled up to a building in Pioneer Square recently. It's a place where crime has an impact. That day, they met Rich Simms from REACH Ministry who has big plans for that space. He and his team have started the FIRST church in Pioneer Square and they believe Jesus will have a HUGE impact there! As a matter of fact, the Lord is already changing lives! Join Rich, Erica, and Steve for a conversation that will stir your faith and remind you that hope is very much alive and kicking in Seattle.

"The future's bright so don't allow your past to dictate your future... only allow the Word of God to do that. If God said it believe it... because it's done!" ~ A message to survivors from the legendary Cece Winans Imagine hearing Cece Winans sing "Believe for it" LIVE and IN PERSON this fall! The gospel singing legend is coming to Tacoma this October for a wonderful reason... to cheer on survivors of domestic abuse, to celebrate their victories, and to inspire more beauty from ashes stories. You are not going to want to miss Survivors Night to Shine! Join Cece, Erica, and Steve for a conversation about saying yes to God's plans, faith, gratitude, the new breath-stealing duet with Lauren Daigle... and Cece has a WORD for survivors!

"The thought of the God of all creation thinking of us and rolling up His sleeves on our behalf... that should comfort anyone. It sure does me." ~TobyMac TobyMac is one of the coolest people on the planet and he's going to be at the Washington State Fair a week from TODAY ~ Monday, 9/20! Picture yourself worshipping as the sun sets at the Puyallup. That + super-fun music + scones = a glimpse of heaven! Toby sings so many of the songs you love and dance to on SPIRIT 105.3 like... "Help is on the way," "Love broke thru," "Speak Life," "Everything," "Feel it," and "Edge of my seat." Join Toby, Erica, and Steve for a conversation about the sweet, the deep, and the beautiful... oh, and Erica asks Toby... has he always been cool? Really, this will bless you.

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A moving memorial tribute

Remembering 9/11 through the lens of hope on the 20th anniversary. We remember where we were. We remember the heroes. We remember the nation's resolve. We remember God's comfort.

Remembering 9/11 through the lens of hope on the 20th anniversary. We remember where we were. We remember the heroes. We remember the nation's resolve. We remember God's comfort.

Remembering 9/11 through the lens of hope on the 20th anniversary. We remember where we were. We remember the heroes. We remember the nation's resolve. We remember God's comfort.

Remembering 9/11 through the lens of hope on the 20th anniversary. We remember where we were. We remember the heroes. We remember the nation's resolve. We remember God's comfort.

Remembering 9/11 through the lens of hope on the 20th anniversary. We remember where we were. We remember the heroes. We remember the nation's resolve. We remember God's comfort.

Uh oh... Did you know about this?! We are today years old in knowing. Listen to find out what the word is!

"They're on their way to freedom and free choice. They will make an impact on this world." ~Allyson Reneau Wherever you find trouble in the world, you'll also find God's people who are doing everything they can to ease the suffering. One of those people is Allyson Reneau. She's a mom of 11, grandma of 8, and a Harvard grad with a Masters in International Relations and a Focus In US Space Policy. Join Allyson, Erica, and Steve for a conversation about why and how she's helping girls and women in Afghanistan find freedom and hope.

"We don't know the future from day to day, even from hour to hour. The lesson I took from that day is that the only thing I know about the future... the only thing we're allowed to know about the future... is that God will be there. God will be present the next day, the next hour, the next minute. It's the only certainty we have in life. I don't ask why God didn't turn the airplanes back. I don't ask why He didn't hold up the towers. I just know without God it would've been so much worse." ~ Edward Grinnan, Editor-in-Chief, Guideposts magazine Even before the ash stopped falling from the sky, hope was rising. Whispers of miracles could be heard over the sound of our hearts breaking. And over the past 20 years since 9/11 happened, Guideposts magazine has been faithfully telling those stories. Edward Grinnan is the Editor-In-Chief of Guideposts and a self-described merchant of hope. Join Edward, Erica, and Steve to hear the story of September 11th, and September 10th as well, from the vantage point of a man who was working one mile away from Ground Zero.

"There was a significant pain that we experienced and so September 11th is a reminder of that pain... but also a reminder of our country coming together." ~Pastor Barry Crane, North Sound Church in Edmonds 9/11 was a day marked by terrorists and hearts twisted by evil. It was also a day marked by heroes and helpers. One of those helpers is our special guest today... Pastor Barry Crane from North Sound Church in Edmonds, who was a Navy chaplain in Everett at the time. Join Pastor Barry, Erica, and Steve for a conversation about how he was sent from Washington to Washington DC, his experiences serving the families mourning loved ones who lost their lives in the attack on the Pentagon and those brave souls who served in the recovery operations, and how God met him and so many others in those terrible days.

Clues: He can rhyme the word DeLorean. He’s in a heated chronological Bible reading competition with his beautiful wife. He’s totally inspired by his daughters and how they’ve handled the past couple crazy years. They occasionally convince him to swing by Starbucks on the way to school. He’s praying extra for our leaders and our country right now and feeling extra grateful for the brave men and women in our military. He’s a songwriter, singer, podcaster, and a fan of essential oils. Join MATTHEW WEST, Erica, and Steve for a conversation filled with encouragement and laughter. And wait... Matthew turns the tables on Erica and Steve and asks them a question?! Get ready to smile!

Brant Hansen Song - Should We Even Tell Him That He's Muted by SPIRIT 105.3

Blood donors are some of the most unsung heroes in our society! Join Betsy from American Red Cross Northwest, Erica, and Steve for a mini chat about how giving blood in September means you'll receive a free haircut coupon from Sports Clips, and for a limited time, they'll put a cool campfire mug in your hand too! Plus, tips on giving blood if you're unsure or not an eager donor

Joel Smallbone is one half of the band for KING & COUNTRY and one of the most thoughtful voices of our time. He and his brother Luke encourage you mightily on SPIRIT 105.3 with songs like "Together," "Amen," "Burn the ships," and "God only knows." Join Joel, Erica, and Steve for a conversation about how worshipping LIVE is making us all feel so ALIVE, a great health update on Joel’s brother Luke, reflections on the 20th anniversary of 9/11, a beautiful portion of Scripture to camp out on as we enter a new season, and OH… the brothers have an AWESOME NEW SONG too!

Let’s talk new food and rides… and find out how the Fair team will be working hard to keep us safe this season. Oh, and TOBYMAC and WE ARE MESSENGERS are coming 9/20! Get informed and excited ~ join Erica and Stacy Van Horne from the Washington State Fair for a mini-chat today.

We retreat to where we feel safe. God is described as a strong tower. There is safety in Him and His safety is forever. He is never going to let you down. If you're needing to hear this today, soak up the full encouragement and listen to the full story below. #youareloved #safety #HeisyourRock

"It's helpful. Everything is portrayed to us in very serious ways... but comedy can help keep things in perspective. It's an opportunity to be unifying because unity doesn't move a lot of newspapers. There's an opportunity to have a shared experience and sit and laugh together." ~Dustin Nickerson on how laughter is essential Dustin Nickerson is a comedian originally from Federal Way (no third syllable please- Haha) currently living in California where the sun shines all the time... and a friend of the show! Join Dustin, Erica, and Steve for a fun and funny conversation about how he chipped his tooth, adult binkies, how laughter brings us together, and more. Also, Dustin is coming to Seattle and Tacoma SOON to make us LOL in person.

He's got a guitar case with an artsy cookies and cream design... and a talent for writing and singing songs that uplift the human spirit and point us back to God. Join Erica, Steve, and SPIRIT artist Brandon Heath for a conversation about the awesome thing that happened at the 9th hole of the frisbee golf course when he was a teen, a teacher who made a difference in his life and how it added up to Miss Frost meeting a famous rock star, a word of encouragement for kids going back to school, and wait... whose wedding did he sing at?

Brant shares an apology from a gentleman who was rude to a restaurant hostess recently. It is amazing. We have learned from him what humbleness and vulnerability looks like, as well re-affirming to make something right when we've done something wrong.

Truck drivers are integral into our day to day process of living. Have you ever thought about this? They deliver our food, our fuel, our clothing... Usually on long haul runs that mean separation from their families. We are THANKFUL for you!!

"We're the hands and feet of the people who can't go and would like to do something to help." ~Sil Wong, Empact Northwest Hurricane Ida was so strong that it made the Mississippi River flow backward. Still, whenever, and wherever disaster strikes, there is a team that immediately marshals and moves forward: Empact Northwest. Sil Wong, the Logistics Unit Leader/Operations Specialist for this team's deployment is our special guest today. Join Sil, Erica, and Steve for a conversation about where the Empact Northwest team is right now, what they're doing to help, and how it truly is a gargantuan team effort.

We continue to keep our eyes on Haiti as the nation once again reels and rises from a devastating earthquake. Our sister ministry is on the ground bringing help and hope to the Haitian people. When you give to World Concern here, https://worldconcern.org/, this is what you provide: •Emergency shelter for immediate future; eventually helping people rebuild their homes •Clean water, sanitation (this is a big issue after a disaster like this) •Cash assistance so people can meet their basic needs: food, medicine, etc. Join Efanor from World Concern, Erica, and Steve for an update on the current conditions and how you and I can pray for Haiti specifically.

Zach Williams is a rock star who encourages you daily on SPIRIT 105.3 with songs like “Chain Breaker,” “Survivor,” “There Was Jesus,” and “Less Like Me.” Now you can hear him sing LIVE at the Evergreen State Fair this September 2nd! Join Zach, Erica, and Steve for a fun conversation about fair food and rides, his new song “Heaven, Help Me,” and a word of hope for kids going back to school.

You can see breathtaking views of our beautiful city from the vantage point of the tippy top of our most iconic landmark. Join Amanda from the Space Needle, Erica, and Steve for a mini-chat about getting the new panocam installed and other Needle News.

Matthew “Griff” Griffin has been deployed to Afghanistan three times and while he’s physically living here in Washington, the Afghan people have never left his heart. He works tirelessly on behalf of the wellbeing of young women in that war-torn country. And now he's helping as many Afghans as he can escape with their very lives... from the battle station of his computer. Join Griff, Erica, and Steve for a raw, real conversation about how one man is dropping everything to save lives in Afghanistan right now.

"It's breaking it down into the smaller parts... cause if you look too far ahead it gets overwhelming and daunting. Look at the top of the mountain but then forget about the mountain and worry about the next three feet because that's all you can really control... is that next pedal stroke. The mountaintop will be there; it always is, but if you look at it too long you can psych yourself out and quit way too early." ~Mike Robertson with some great advice on cross country biking that applies to life! 3,814 miles. 1,258,620 pedal strokes. Youth for Christ (YFC) Board Member Mike Robertson rode his bike across the entire United States of America for several reasons, all of which will inspire you to LIVE! Join Mike, Erica, and Steve for a conversation about making a difference in the lives of kids growing up across America... and your own.

Something awesome is happening Sunday that will bless teachers, students, and parents in Kirkland. Join Erica, Steve, and Chris from Northshore Church for a mini-chat about the incredible impact of Community Serve Day!

In the darkest of times, the light of Christ shines brightest. David Duea, President and CEO of Lutheran Community Services Northwest is our special guest today. Join David, Erica, and Steve for a conversation about starting a new life in a safe country, how LCSNW is coming to the aid of the Afghans, and how you and I can help too.

Delphia Burton had a dream one night that brought light and color back into her life. She is now famous for making her scrumptious gumbo... and a difference in so many lives. Delphia went from just existing to cooking and baking up a storm with a team of talented survivors who know firsthand that storms must end, and God sends God rainbows. Now, the delightful Delphia is teaming up with Cece Winans so that more precious people can know that there is life and color on the other side of domestic abuse. Join Delphia and Erica for a conversation about courage, redemption, victory, and a very special night that's coming up. Delphia says you won't need tissues - but YOU WILL need your dancing shoes!

World Concern - Immediate Help Needed by SPIRIT 105.3

Kara Winger has been throwing javelins since she was a teenager... and capturing the hearts of her fellow American athletes at the same time. She grew up in Washington, where she fell in love with the unique sport that landed her in 4 different Olympics. Her final appearance in Tokyo ended with a special honor. Join Kara and Erica for a conversation about the impact a coach can have on your life, advice for kids who want to pursue big dreams, and what it was like to carry the flag in the closing ceremony of the 2020 Summer Olympics.

When a woman planned a camping trip because of the weather forecast and the weather didn't end up being what was "supposed to be", she is now suing due to bad information. Get the sad details here.

World Concern’s local teams on the ground in Haiti are working tirelessly to assess the needs and assist those impacted by the devastation from Saturday's magnitude 7.2 earthquake in Haiti. Please pray for the search and rescue efforts and for Tropical Storm Grace to show mercy as it approaches the island.

This is the sort of crime we are waiting to happen.

"The only thing you can do is pray. You have nothing else. That's what you do - you pray." ~Bob Hasty, on the ground in Haiti. It was 8:30 Saturday morning in Haiti. Bob Hasty was eating breakfast when the world began to shake violently. And the shaking has confirmed the trajectory of his life. Join Bob and Erica for a conversation about what it was like to live through an earthquake, the aftermath, how God met him in those terrifying moments, and how this will shape his future.

Elephant ears, Scones with Raspberry Jam, & Goats anyone?! Amy from the Evergreen State Fair is our special guest today! Join Amy, Erica, and Steve for a conversation about what it feels like to be open this year after the tough 2020 season, FAIR FOOD, Fair animals, the extra precautions they're taking to keep us extra safe... and if you're going to see Zach Williams, will there be any changes? Find out! www.evergreenfair.org

Pandemonium ensued. Get the scoop below.

We're talking about spending time with God. We can come to the Lord as we are, whether we're broken, failing, joyful... God is all about relationship. Come as you are.

"Our mission is to surround students with a community of support, empowering them to stay in school and ultimately achieve success in life." ~Erin McCallum, CISW State Director You can take a burden off the shoulders of a student by donating a backpack right now. You can be the highlight of a child's first day of school by giving the gift of markers or highlighters! It's such a privilege to partner in HOPE with Communities in Schools of Washington, and YOU for the 2021/2022 back-to-school season! Erin McCallum, State Director for CISW, is our special guest today. Join Erin and Erica for a conversation about why school supplies are essential for kids and how something as basic as a backpack provides the foundation for educational success.

A couple future contestants on American Ninja Warrior and their mom Michelle teamed up to win the SPIRIT Secret Sound today! Join Michelle and her all-star kids, Cameron and Sienna, Erica, and Steve for a super-fun chat. Find out how this sweet family is planning to spend the $3,500 (think rope swing and warped wall) and who they'll be blessing with the extra $1,000 to give away!

Meet Alicia Dougherty, wife, and mom of 10... and TikTok rock star. It's safe to safe she has gone viral having been featured on Good Morning America, Inside Edition, Newsweek, and the Daily Mail. After a heartbreaking battle with infertility, Alicia is making the most of every minute she has as a mom and you can see the proof on Instagram and TikTok. You'll love hearing her share about the family's routines and... wait how do you go back to school shopping for NINE kids?! Join Alicia, Erica, and Steve for a super-fun conversation.

On Sunday morning at Legion Park in Arlington, as dog walkers, runners, and moms pushing strollers walked past, four churches came together to worship the Lord Jesus. The pews were lawn chairs, and the roof was a handful of tents, providing refuge from the rain occasionally sprinkling. Pastors, musicians, and church members from Calvary Arlington, Christ the King, Oso Community Church, and Lifeway sang, laughed, and called out "Amens" together in harmony. This tradition began following the tragic mudslide that happened in Oso in 2014, a true beauty from ashes story. Pastor Jim Jacobson from Calvary Arlington is our special guest today. Join Pastor Jim, Erica, and Steve for a conversation about healing as a community, the power and joy of worshipping together, and the camaraderie between four pastors in one city! And a big THANK YOU to Pastors Chad Blood, Jim Jacobson, Todd McKeown, and Rick Schranck for catching the SPIRIT in Arlington!

What does this country need nutritionally? Well some people got together and decided that these two need to come together in delicious unity. Honestly...it sounds amazing and Sherri's mouth is watering.

May be controversial. We're not pointing fingers; just having a conversation. With social media, there is so much information coming at kids and can be too much for them to manage/handle. Find out what technology companies often don't have their kids on social media. Something to think about... Listen to the full conversation below.

Michelle just won $3,500 from the United Faith Mortgage piggy bank in the SPIRIT 105.3 secret sound with her winning guess of bicycle chains when shifting gears!

Hot yoga - Hot meetings. Thoughts?

Child and teen anxiety rates are through the roof in these stressful days. Best-selling author and beloved faith leader Max Lucado joins Julie Lyles Carr for a conversation about how we can both empathize and encourage our kids when they struggle with anxiety...and what to do about our own anxiety as well.

It's the one and only Steven Curtis Chapman joining us today on the Passion Meets Purpose Podcast. Sarah asks him about his book "Between Heaven & the Real World," the band his son is in, and walking through the dark parts of life while clinging to God. Don't miss this, if you are in need of the reminder that God reveals himself in unexpected places!

Going to prom is a memorable milestone... and Youth for Christ didn't want their students growing up in a pandemic in Portland to miss it. Join Annie Clark from YFC Portland, Erica, and Steve for an uplifting conversation about replacing instead of canceling a very special night!

He's got a voice you could pick out of any lineup - and he's delightful! Mac Powell is our special guest today! Join Mac, Erica, and Steve for a conversation about just how inviting our faith really is, the style of music that's coming out in October (hint - it has the Third Day band feel), the Powell family's annual beach trip tradition, having the most distinctive voice in the industry, a chat about how he's still a fan of Christian music, and wait a Christmas song coming up with WHO?!

"There is HOPE." ~Dr. Gregg Jantz, Author of the book, "The Anxiety Reset" Olympian Simone Biles is showing us what courage looks like! She chose to make her mental health a priority and started a conversation that we want to continue. Dr. Gregg Jantz from The Center ~ A Place of Hope in Edmonds is a treasure here in our community and our special guest today. Join Dr. Jantz, Erica, and Steve for a conversation about putting mental health on the front burner of your life, the value of taking a pause like Simone Biles did, and how to handle the uncertainties we're facing at the beginning of another unusual school year. P.S. There is hope.

Are you watching the Olympics? Did you see this? So cool!!

Sarah Taylor is a popular radio personality, wife, and mom. She's faced some tough challenges in her life, and her daughter's recent unexpected diagnosis with celiac disease has created a whole new lifestyle for her family. Sarah joins Julie Lyles Carr to talk about what she's learned in her new gluten free life.

Are the wildfires starting to dissipate? How is our air quality right now? Is rain on the way? KOMO News Meteorologist Abby Acone has the answers!

You hear the dulcet tones of his voice beside the lovely Lauren Daigle when they sing "Hold onto me" on SPIRIT 105.3. He's also a grateful husband and father, committed to walking in his calling. Join AHI, Erica, and Steve for a conversation about loving your family while pursuing your dreams!

The $3,000,000 Aston Martin Valkyrie has one windshield wiper... and it stands straight up when not in use. For $3M we kinda want a regular set of windshield wipers that we can't see when not needed. You?

Chef Howell from Plumb Bistro was pursuing a job in the fashion industry until a date changed her trajectory. She decided she wanted to create an amazing vegan restaurant experience! Listen to more about how Harborstone Credit Union helped this dream become a reality!

Katie and Ben from Puyallup are gearing up for pizza nights & backyard parties with the people they love... and her joy is contagious! Join Katie, Erica, and Steve for a conversation that will make you smile!

We've taken the personality tests and find all of that is fascinating, and it gives us insight into how we operate, but our true identity, who we are, is found in Christ.

Pastor John Matthews joins Erica and Steve to share why they've decided to keep meeting without a building and how we can lift this church family up to the Lord.

He's an author, speaker, disruptor... and heart-MOVER! Carlos Whittaker is our special guest today and you will love him. Join Carlos and Erica to hear what happened at the airport after Carlos's engagement was canceled. The Piano Man's story will make your heart sing. And Sarah Taylor pops in too! FUN! Inspiring! Join us.

Listener Valerie has a request for us to ask listeners, after COVID, to please ask people to stop licking their fingers. Brant has a suggestion for Valerie for how to handle that... We're not saying it's a good suggestion. He just gives her one... You decide and let us know.

A survey lists what they are, but we'll tell you that #1 is someone leaving all the lights on when they're not in the room... Listen below to find out more!

Something fun for the little ones is happening on Saturday at Vaughn's Teaching Farm and Kitchen in Lynnwood. Join Farmer Rachel and Erica for a fun mini-chat about the Ladybug Release!

We weren't designed to fix everything and do all the things. God is sovereign and has equipped each of us with unique giftings. We're part of a body that works together for Him.

"I feel like God was giving us a crash course on patience and also trusting that He has exactly what we need. I can honestly say today... I love God and understand Him more than eight months ago. God provides everything we need." ~SPIRIT Artist Hannah Kerr After eight months of searching and 21 offers on homes, she and her husband Jason are first time home owners! Hannah Kerr, who inspires you with her song Warrior on SPIRIT, is our special guest today! Join Hannah, Erica, and Steve for a spirit-stirring conversation about how waiting on God leads to trusting Him more, contentment, gratitude, God's perfect timing... and your heart will be touched by a very special message Hannah has for a precious listener who just lost her husband. Her words will lift you up as well. Promise!

Like mixing coffee and sugar with creamer, the sweetest things happen when we come together. Deb from Panther Grounds Espresso in Snohomish has been brewing up some good for Jessica and the whole Coffee Camper team in Everett as they continue to bless the homeless every Wednesday night with iced java and goodies from the community. Join Deb, Erica, and Steve to hear how these ladies are catching the SPIRIT... TOGETHER!!

Listen, He will take you right back, immediately. Humbling ourselves and coming back to Him is all that matters. You are loved.

Brant's trying his hand at shock radio, in a blatant move for ratings, lol. Listen to his shocking Q-tip news here.

This is hard. Forgiveness is an act of worship. It's looking beyond the "what they did to me" and setting our eyes on Him with the exclusive intention to obey and follow God's divine words to us.

How do you go from anxious to anxious for nothing? And in a world filled with chaos, how can you and I feel calm enough to smile for real again? Beloved Author and Pastor Max Lucado is here to talk about his book, "Anxious for Nothing" (the new edition for young readers is out) and his new children's book, Where'd my Giggle Go?! Join Max and Erica for a conversation about antidotes for anxiety and what to do when you've lost your smile.

We don't understand why there have to be so many flies. There's a study that actually says that there are 20 million flies for every human... We have to give it to them, if that's true they actually do a pretty good job of staying out of our way!

A colorful explosion of kindness has gone off in Edmonds thanks to a fantastic local shop and some talented stitching groups in our area. And the best part is... it's all for a heart-warming, paw-warming cause. Join Tara from Stranded by the Sea, Erica, and Steve for a conversation about the cool stuff that happens when our community comes together.

For 109 years we have been fascinated by the Titanic. Recently, a team of modern explorers had the chance to complete a historic dive… the first of many this summer. Stockton Rush, President of OceanGate in Everett, led the expedition and he is our special guest today all the way from Newfoundland. Join Stockton, Erica, and Steve for a conversation about what it’s like to be near the Titanic, the sea life that is unique to the wreck site area, how dangerous it is to be 12,500 feet deep, what they found, how long the Titanic will be recognizable, and fulfilling the dream of spearheading such a marvelous expedition!

A beautiful reflection. #humble

"My story... it's not really about me. It's about hope." ~Ginny Burton Ginny Burton was introduced to marijuana when she was only 6... by her mom. By age 14, she was a full-blown meth addict. Ginny couldn't stop... the pain or the drugs. But mercifully, after getting arrested in Tacoma for the final time, she decided to get clean for good. And you won't believe HOW GOOD! Join Ginny and Erica to hear one of the most inspiring 180 life stories of all time - how a former addict has become a future prosecutor.

It's been made crystal clear that Brant isn't into all the "National _____ Days." Who's making those anyway? Well, there seems to be the slightest of slight softening within his heart regarding "Cow Appreciation Day." He shares. Please indulge.

John Mays is the VP of A&R for Centricity Records. He's credited on over 100 albums, and has worked with artists over an almost 40 year history: Lauren Daigle, Jason Gray, Apollo LTD, Brandon Heath, Newsboys, Point of Grace, Nichole Nordeman, the list goes on. John has dedicated his life toward finding talented artists and helping them reach their full potential. The mission of Centricity: to enable our artists to create life-changing experiences for the world. Join us for this episode as John shares what it was like to "discover" Lauren Daigle at an artist retreat, how he views artistry in general, and the full circle moment that came when his first signing came to sing hymns for John's mother in her final days.

First of all: We are against crime. We are not encouraging crime. We’re just sharing a story about a criminal in China dressed as a tree with some side comments. There’s too much to type. Listen to the whole kit-n-kaboodle below. -Brant & Sherri

"There are definitely times along the way where you question what you're doing, but at the end of the day I love to run... and I knew I would regret not finding out what I can really do." ~Olympian Amy Eloise Markovc on not giving up Born in Great Britain. Grew up in Snohomish listening to SPIRIT 105.3. Fell in love with running at age 6. Graduated from the University of Washington. And now, Amy Eloise Markovc is headed to Tokyo to run the Women's 5000 meters in the Olympics!!! Join Amy and Erica for a conversation about what it feels like to qualify for her first Olympic team, never giving up, what it feels like to run that LOOOOONG race, and her advice for you if you have a dream!

The same people get the same awards over & over; you know in show biz and stuff... but other people are impressive too. Listen to the story about a couple of great guys working at Red Robin in Wichita and what they did for a woman who had lost her wedding ring.

"Making these whimsical pillowcase s gives the children an emotional boost and reminds them that they're not defined by their illness." ~Sue Smith from Covington, WA, pillowcase maker extraordinaire Your pillow is personal. Sometimes you hug it. Sometimes you cry into it. And that's why what Sue Smith does is so beautiful. She makes pillowcases for kids who are living in Mary Bridge Children's, Seattle Children's and the Ronald McDonald House... and for kids in foster care programs as well. Join Sue, Erica, and Steve for a conversation about how easy it is to make a difference by making a pillowcase or two. :) Thank you for catching the SPIRIT in Covington and beyond, Sue!

Warren Rustand is an expert juggler... when it comes to keeping his career and family thriving. He served as President Gerald Ford's Appointments Secretary and Cabinet Secretary, became a successful entrepreneur, and most importantly, Warren learned the art of how to be a good dad and a grandpa. Join Warren, Erica, and Steve for a conversation about little things we can do for our family this summer that can have a really big impact, the best thing he did as a dad, what happens every night at 6, ideas on staying present with your family when you feel pulled back to email and texts... and wait... why is Warren practicing his golf clap?

Have you heard of Gary Chapman's 5 Love Languages? Brant has a 6th... or at least he likes to think so. By the way, what's YOUR love language?!

What Is Baby Bunny Therapy Like?! by SPIRIT 105.3

Something happened the other day - Did you see it on Brant's Facebook page? He's got the story for you below!

Little tip for the fellas... Some injuries are cooler than others. Brant gives examples and explains all the things.

Please note, important details need to be shared first as your read the title. Some crying may have been involved...

"God is pursuing all of us and He's always right next to us... and that's what He's always going to pull us back to." -Jordan Feliz Join Jordan, Erica, and Steve for a conversation about how cool it feels to sing a hot song like Next to me, the promise he wove into it, the thing Jordan and his wife swapped their vacation for, grace slip and slide, bedtime, and we find out.... does the Feliz family have a dog or a bear?! Have FUN with us today!

They're making flip flops, boots, and jewelry... but really, they're providing jobs in conflict areas and creating leaders in war-torn communities. Army Ranger Matthew "Griff" Griffin is stationed in Fort Lewis and one of the faces of Combat Flip Flops. Join Griff, Erica, and Steve for a conversation about what they do, why they do it (get ready to be inspired), their appearance on Shark Tank, and what the 4th of July means to someone who has bravely served our country.

If you see a pink food truck, hop in line! A dish of cookie dough with a side of ice cream is the coolest and most delicious way to stay cool this summer! Join Erica, Steve, and William from Sugar + Spoon for a conversation about how the sweetest business in Washington started as a class project at UW, family support, childhood dreams, and their new sunset plan!

In Isaiah it says that if we do a few things our light will rise in the darkness... Brant shares what those things are. Lets radiate something different in this world and glorify the Lord!

Her name is Anne Wilson and while she is a newcomer to the Christian music scene, you'd never know it with her depth and maturity. Hear about the moment she realized she had found her true calling, how hardship has shaped her life, how God made a way for her and kept opening doors, and what she learned through loss.

"Home is behind ~ the world ahead." ~ J.R.R. Tolkien One church in Mount Lake Terrace found a way to stay cool and do some good this past weekend. Join Youth Pastor Javan from Calvary Fellowship and Erica to hear about the car wash they hosted so kids could go to a Lord of the Ring camp this summer! Let the adventure begin.

A study was done on what emoji is most used on Facebook... What would you have thought it'd be? Brant & Sherri discuss.

The doors of The Grove Church in Marysville are open to the community today. Join Pastor Aaron from the Grove and Erica for a conversation about creating a cool space to share the love of Jesus on a triple digit temperature day!

"On a day like today, we think God's love looks a lot like an air-conditioned room." (RB - I think this would make a GREAT MEME!) ~Pastor Scott Scruggs Northshore Church in Kirkland is opening its doors today and tomorrow to those of us with two legs and four! Join Pastor Scott Scruggs and Erica for a conversation that will cool you down... and warm up your heart.

Westgate Chapel in Edmonds is opening their doors today so our precious seniors can have a place to stay safe and cool. Join Pastor Alec and Erica for a conversation about how this idea started with a call from a parishioner, how God provided for this opportunity years ago, and if you're struggling with this heatwave on top of the pandemic recovery... there is a word of encouragement for you!

The next few days are going to be sizzling hot here in the typically comfortable ~and mild~ Pacific Northwest, so, we've invited Abby Lutz from the Red Cross Northwest Region to be our special guest! Join Abby, Erica, and Steve for a conversation about keeping our families, (including our pets)!, safe as we navigate historically hot temps... and how to prepare for wildfires.

"When I was in that hospital bed, I felt like I was... baptized in a new kind of love for people." ~Rebekah Metteer Rebekah Metteer was thriving and busy one day and the next day... this mom from Issaquah was having trouble breathing and fighting for her life at Swedish. Her story will encourage your faith ~ join Rebekah, Erica, and Steve today!

Are you doing what you love but you're weary today, feeling like you want to quit. I for one, hope you keep at it. What you're doing matters. Faithfulness matters.

$110 billion is spent in the industry to help people look younger but you know what, there's just a timeline that we all have. Do you struggle with the aging process?

"I feel like it was what I was put here on the earth to do - to spread some joy in people's lives." ~Coby James OH YEAH! Coby James is in the house today! This 19-year-old grew up listening to Christian radio... and now he's singing the hot new song "Brand New," on SPIRIT 105.3. Join Coby, Erica, and Steve for a conversation about what it feels like to hear your song on the radio, the health battle that drew him closer to God, the BIG difference between growing up on a farm and living in Nashville, the Christian artist who really influenced him (his guitar is tuned the same way as this classic musician), and who sang him to sleep every night.

Meet CatLuminati ~ Tacoma’s TikTok Star! by SPIRIT 105.3

Do you struggle with rules as a Christian? We love GK Chesterton's quote, "...the chief aim of that order is to give room for good things to run wild." Listen to the whole quote.

Something remarkable happened at Lake Sammamish State Park recently. Wrigley the comfort dog showed up to lend a paw to someone with a fear of needles. His presence made all the difference. And of course, Lieutenant Dave Jones was right there with him. Join Erica, Steve, and Lt. Jones to hear more about these partners in HOPE!

"Here... you can't lean on modern medicine. You can't lean on 911 - there is no 911. It's like so much more raw... and you have to lean on God so much more and in such a more tangible way." ~Amanda Meeuwse, Mom and Missionary in Indonesia About 6,709 miles away from the Pacific Northwest, an amazing family from Washington is serving the Lord in a place where people live in grass huts... in a place where there is no 911 to call. Matthew and Amanda Meeuwse, and their daughters, Grace and Audrey, live in Papua New Guinea. They work on behalf of Helimission, an organization that uses helicopters to help people in remote and inaccessible locations... where the natives must hike many hours and miles for medical help when it's needed. We would have never known about this wonderful family and the incredible work they do, had it not been for Matthew's sister, Cristina, who won the SPIRIT Secret Sound and blessed her beloved missionary family in Indonesia with the $1,000 to give away. Amazingly, the sound was the propellor of an airplane... and this family spreads the Good News using aviation. The helicopters are literally called: "The Wings of the Gospel." That is a GOD NOD! It was awesome to be able to connect with Amanda, who grew up in Covington listening to SPIRIT 105.3, via WhatsApp! Join us for a conversation about becoming a missionary, trusting the Lord to take care of you and your loved ones in a country where tropical diseases can strike, what happened when one did strike their precious daughter, and the crucial work that happens - life by life - because this family said YES to God. You are Loved, Erica and Steve

We're enjoying the Best of Brant all this week! Here's another oldie but goodie. Enjoy!

We're enjoying the Best of Brant all this week! Here's another oldie but goodie. Enjoy!

We're enjoying the Best of Brant all this week! Here's another oldie but goodie. Enjoy!

We're enjoying the Best of Brant all this week! Here's another oldie but goodie. Enjoy!

We're enjoying the Best of Brant all this week! Here's another oldie but goodie. Enjoy!