The Beacon: Recent Episodes
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You’re invited to tune in to a show that will lift your spirits. Join us at The Beacon, a radio show where we celebrate when God uses the unexpected to do the unexplainable, featuring intimate conversations with people just like you.
Tune into to this special episode featuring three middle school boys talking about what it is like being on the basketball team and their future plans.
Tune into this special episode about our upcoming gala into the Secret Garden 🪴 and some other exciting updates about PC! Hurry tickets are selling fast!!!Sat, March 11 @5pm
Tune into this exciting episode as we talk about and pray over our 2023 boys basketball team as they head on their way to the Final Four games of the season with Coach Witkop and Superintendent Jeff Blake.
1:30pm 2/24/23 at Veterans Memorial Coliseum
Tune in to hear about the Empowerment Scholarship Account (ESA). What’s it entails and how it plays an important role in our push for educational freedom
Meet our SOWERS (Servants Ever Ready on Wheels). Richard and Lucinda give us a run down on the program they are involved in and how they have helped Christian organizations all over the states.
Tune in to hear from Esme and Savannah talk about their upcoming dance production! Â
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Listen to this special episode featuring Selah who talks about our recent OAW campaign and some exciting updates!
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Tune into to hear Jonathan and Kayla’s perspective places in which they served for Phoenix Christian’s quarterly serve day.
It's here once again! Join us as Aponte and Levi share what it's like for their last homecoming of their high school years and what they have planned for the future. Â
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Tune in to this fun episode to hear our students from elementary to high school share their thoughts about parent teacher conference.
Tune into this special episode featuring four new members of the high school talking about our annual retreat to Williams, AZ.
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Tune in to learn a little more about our new teachers welcoming in the 2022-23 school year!
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It's the end of the year! Tune in to hear Adan and Joy share about their capstone projects
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Tune in to hear two kindergartners, Micah and Zaira, talk about transitioning into the first grade. Also hear from our kindergarten teacher, Mrs. Ross, who is retiring after countless years of service. Â Â
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Tune in to hear alumni, Cole Ebert, talk about what it is like being a coach for the Phoenix Christian basketball team and his dreams and aspirations. Â
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Tune in to hear to hear Chan, a senior, talk about how MESA has been an huge impact on his life. Â
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Class of 2019, alumna, Erica Kumar, shares in depth about where she's headed and how PC has transformed her. Tune in to hear special advice she gives to upperclassmen. Â
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Tune in to hear about our recent championships in sports program and about our upcoming gala on March 5th!
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Tune in to these amazing students, Kelab and Brian as they talk about MESA and the joys of middle school.
Hear from two amazing players from our basketball program as they share about the season and what they’re learning.
Hear about our amazing drama program, led by Elise Palma, through the lens of Michael and Hana, as they give us a sneak peak into the fall play, called 39 Steps by Alfred Hitchhock.Â
Show Dates: 12/9/2021-12/10/2021
Christmas is coming!!! Don't miss our annual Christmas Concerts!
December 9th-Christmas Concert 5-12th grade at PC Courtyard @ 6:30pm
December 13th-Bellevue Heights @ 1pm (9440 W Hutton Dr, Sun City, AZ 85351)
December 14th-Elementary Concert K-4th grade at PC Courtyard @ 6:30pm
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Johnny and Ruby explore the depths of Mt. 5:16 and reflect on service and the joys it brings. Tune in to be encouraged!
Tune into hear Levi Rhynard and Nancy Felix as they share their heart about their pastors and give words of encouragement. Matt 5:16
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Tune into this episode and hear all about our amazing campaign and what it’s about. Including all the fun, games, food, and even a trip to Cali. Come join us Nov 8-10.
Tune into hear about all of the exciting Homecoming events you don't want to miss. Featuring Vice President, Olivia Karow and our star quarterback Cristian Mackey. Matthew 5:16 phoenixchrisitian.org/support
Tune in to hear two wonderful preschoolers, Arianna and Ryan as they share about preschool and all of their favorite things they love to learn and do.Â
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Tune into to hear about two amazing middle schoolers, Jayce and Sydney, share about life in middle school and a special upcoming Egyptian Day.
This week we would like to introduce you to head coach Terry Sutter and team captain Daisy Martinez, as we celebrate our lady cougar's volleyball program. At a recent game, our girls recommended a call correction from a referee that cost them the game. Afterward, one of the opposing team's parents stopped by and shared with Coach Sutter that the action was the highest form of integrity she's ever witnessed on the court. Please tune in to celebrate these amazing  Volleyball Girls.
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Tune in to hear what God's doing in the elementary! Featuring the beloved Mrs. Leary and LaPrecious.
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Hear two extraordinary students Alex and Jacky, share how Retreat 2021 impacted them through powerful sermons centered around the theme "ONE BODY."
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Tune in for 5 minutes and 16 seconds to be inspired. Hear two student council members, Ezra and Duawaysha, talk about an exciting yearly event. High school retreat!
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It’s graduation season. Hear Khamila as she shares her heart about the impact of Phoenix Christian.
It's graduation season. Tune in to hear a featured 8th grader and Senior, JJ and Lydia, talk about next steps for them and how they have grown over the years.
Rebecca St. James is coming to PC and we are all for it. Tune in to hear Ruby, of PC’s students who will be singing alongside her at the Gala to support the fine arts. Listen in to see how you can also support.
Special guest Mia Koehn join us and talks about her music career and her journey as an artist. Find out how God used her personal prayers and songs to bless others. Tune in and be encouraged by one of her latest songs, "Press in"
Music is in the air! Listen in as this kids from 5th-12th grade talk about their upcoming performance of Annie the Musical.
Tune in to this heartwarming episode as we hear from two fifth grades share their experiences about being leaders on campus and fifth grade camp!
Educational freedom is being slept on and Shawna Bolick is awakening parents to the realization that opportunity is at their fingertips in the form of tax credits. Tune in to understand how you don't have to be limited in your choice of schooling and how you can support and be actively involved.
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Tune into this episode recorded live on site at high school camp. Lean in and hear as they pour out their heart and allow themselves to be transparent. Listen in as these kids share their input about social media, the pressures of life, and more!
God is always moving and God is always working, to accomplish His purposes in, through, and around His people. SOWERs (Servants On Wheels Ever Ready) live out their worship on the road. They follow the Lord (and the best weather they can find) to support ministries with tangible acts of service in ways that honor Jesus and help others who God is using to minister in many different ways and in many different states. Just wait until you hear the hearts and voices of the Sutters and the Chessers as we celebrate the ways in which these two couples, and the SOWER organization as a whole, show up to minister to ministers one road trip destination after another!
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As a child, his family seemed perfect on the outside. He went to church but was still living a life that was religiously lost. Poor life choices escalated and he was convicted for first degree murder. While on death row, Eddie McLoughlin found life in Jesus Christ. His story is captivating and cannot be told apart from the love and redemptive work of Jesus Christ on the cross. It is the gospel and it truly is the good news!
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P.O. Box 11432 Glendale, AZ 85308
“Freedom is not a spectator sport.”
In this episode, be challenged and inspired by Jeff Utsch, Founder and President of Heirs to the Republic. Join Jeff for a journey from the fields and lessons of Gettysburg to the heart of Patrick Henry for a powerful reminder of the personal responsibility to protect the United States of America. While training Navy Seals on the morning of September 11, 2001 Jeff found himself confronted to change. Learn more about his powerful journey and the Heirs of the Republic Expo held at Phoenix Christian Preparatory School on February 20, 2021 at 8 AM.
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King of the Wild Frontier: An Autobiography by Davy Crockett (Dover Books on Americana): Crockett, Davy: 9780486476919: Amazon.com: Books
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In the Old Testament account of the captivity of the Israelites in Egypt, Pharaoh was calling the shots. At least it looked that way on the surface. In this program we are asked the question “who is Pharaoh” in America? Turns out it is us. “We the people…” Listen to Bob Harmison and Doug Napier and learn from their wisdom and experience how we can find a God-honoring balance that is neither loud and obnoxious nor quiet and disengaged.
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Special Agent Bill Czopek is the Public Information Officer with the Drug Enforcement Agency for the State of Arizona. Special Agent Czopek has a big job and collectively we all have a big problem. Everyday there are evil forces at work making the risk of drug addiction and accidental overdose an ever-growing concern for our culture and for the communities in which we live. Nobody is immune, nobody is without risk. Fortunately, everybody has an opportunity to make a difference and you can start making that difference today by listening to and sharing this episode of the Beacon. Listen, learn and share. Maybe you are a part of the unexpected solution to this unexplainable problem. Please ask God to use you and to use us to save the lives of people everywhere and even in our own homes from the wrecking ball that is drugs. We love people and we hate drugs! Please join us as we join Bill Czopek in the fight to save lives for now and for eternity!
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Nothing values people more than truly listening. When we tune everything else out and exclusively tune in to the person in front of us, we value them in a way that only God could design. Jordan Francis and Alex Martinez of Real Talk in Phoenix understand and are living out this truth. Just as importantly, Alex and Jordan are inviting us to live this truth with members of Generation Z in our own lives. Check out this episode and gain some valid perspective on the future of the world as shaped by the next generation of world changers. The best is yet to come!
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“Where is God in the midst of pain? Where is God in the midst of loss?  Where is God in the midst of grief?  Hope Response, Inc. is a Christ centered organization deliberately and directly serving those with such heavy questions.  Hope Response, Inc Founder and President Nick Piantedosi’s transformative awaking to impact others was born out of a potentially violent armed robbery.  Decades later, Nick and his fellow Responders meet those in crisis in their loss, pain and grief.  Tune in and learn how lives are radically changed in the midst of broken moments and simple conversations.
Website: https://www.hoperesponseinc.org/
Email: info@hoperesponseinc.org
Contact: 480-238-5240
Dr. Jeff McGee is on a mission to unify the Human Race. His passion and His purpose are well aligned and he works every day to bring people together. Personal experience, professional research, and a spiritual calling come together in his latest book entitled, “One Human Race: Five Stages to Empowering Transformative Change." If you have ever had a desire to see people come together but often aren’t sure where or how to personally start being part of the solution, this is the show. This timely book contains the guidance we all need to find what it takes to experience personally, and usher in collectively, a more peaceful and united life with others. Jesus boiled everything down to “loving God and loving others.” Dr. McGee digs deep into history and even deeper into God’s Word to help us all take meaningful steps to fulfilling Jesus’ words in us and around us. Purchase your copy of Dr. McGee’s new book at half price using the code, “PC” when you checkout.
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The doctor said, “Kenn, I don’t know if you will make it to the surgery, much less through the surgery.”
Based on the test results Kenn Kington was a dead man walking. His numbers were 30 times worse than the worst numbers on the test scale and there was no logical reason to explain why Kenn's heart was still beating. But God answered prayer on Kenn’s behalf. He survived and God didn’t waste the opportunity. In Kenn’s latest book, and in this episode of the Beacon, he talks about what God taught him through the unexpected and difficult chaos of his experience. Listen and be encouraged. Share this episode with others and watch them be encouraged.
If you only have time to listen to one episode of the Beacon, listen to this one!
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With Christmas 2020 less than a week away the Beacon welcomes Noe Garcia, Pastor of North Phoenix Baptist Church, and Mike Fleischmann, Pastor of Bethany Bible Church to the program. We think you will be as encouraged as we are to hear the heart of these two men who remind us to remain dependent on Jesus and focused on God’s Word in whatever circumstances we may find ourselves. God is always working and we celebrate today and always the various ways in which He uses the unexpected to do the unexplainable for His glory and for our good. As far back as Bethlehem and as current as today, God is on His throne and we can trust Him beyond what we see or how we might feel. "Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, goodwill toward men!” Merry Christmas from the Beacon and from Phoenix Christian.
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Leaving your family and home country to explore a new one, having to overcome language barriers and being in a foreign atmosphere all to come to a school to receive an education sounds crazy right? Nevertheless, these four brave students faced the unknown and have overcame these challenges. Tune in to hear how these bold outgoing students from South Korea, France, Italy, and China came to the US to study, their experiences and their future plans.
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Coach Mo Streety is a community leader and connector. He is the Head Track Coach at Phoenix Christian, he is a football manager with the Arizona Cardinals, and he is the Athletic Director for Field of Dreams in the Murphy School District. Most importantly He is a Christ-follower who values His relationship with the Lord and with others. From Detroit to Phoenix and still today along the way, the Lord continues to bless and use Coach Mo's availability to pour into athletes. Whether he is working with first graders or elite professionals, his love for the Lord shines through to every athlete he trains and every person he meets. You will be encouraged by his story and will be amazed by the connections the Lord has provided throughout his journey with Christ.
Join us in a intimate conversation as Jasmine Allred dives deeps and talks about her journey through infertility and how through the pain and the struggle  she and her husband found joy in the most unexpected way. Listen in and hear this beautiful sorry of surrender and be encouraged as we are remind through scripture of His faithfulness.
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A fundamental human need is to find the sanctuary of loving arms.  However, for thousands of Arizona’s foster care children living in the wake of disruption and uncertainty such basic needs  may be out of reach.   Arizona Baptist Children’s Services and Family Ministry’s Arms of Love’s passion is to provide foster care and adoption services for those wishing to provide safe, loving homes for children.  In this episode, Arms of Love’s Maricopa County Director Nichole Tamburstuen and Arm’s of Love Maricopa County Assistant Director Debbi Baker share first hand stories of impact and their commitment to the sacred role of the family and the power of restoration.  In this episode of the Beacon you will be challenged and encouraged to learn of Arizona Baptist Children’s Services and Family Ministries multidimensional pursuit for redemption and restoration of the family unit and our state’s growing foster care population.
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When she was only twelve, Senator Martha McSally’s dad died. Although she grew up around church, the years that followed were hard, confusing and sometimes even found her angry at God. In her sophomore year at the Air Force Academy she got to know this God with whom she had been angry on a more personal level and found Him to be gracious, faithful and steadfast. Admittedly, life after that has not always been easy. It has been especially hard this year as it has for many, especially in the passing of her fifty-eight year old brother. As she sang at her brother’s funeral she reflected on also having sung at his wedding. Even amidst pain and trials, Senator McSally knows personally that God is forever her refuge and her strength. She is truly a pioneer among women. As the first U.S. woman to fly in combat and command a fighter squadron, and through challenging the male dominated stereo types throughout her time in the service, McSally's life’s work has led to greater equality and opportunity for every young woman who is bold and courageous enough to follow in her footsteps. In this episode of the Beacon, Senator McSally talks candidly and passionately about the significance of her faith journey and about stories of others from the Bible from whom she draws personally on her unique and very public journey in this life. We also find out how God’s perfect plans for Superintendent Jeff Blake led him personally through Washington DC on his way back to Phoenix and to a life of impact in Education.
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The Swaback family endured the loss of a generous and giving son and brother suddenly and too early in life due to a drowning accident. They were determined to celebrate Mitchell Swaback’s life and legacy by loving and helping others in the way he did. One of the ways Mitchell’s sister, Nicole Thompson, keeps her brother’s legacy of compassion and generosity alive is through three Harvest Compassion Centers located in Phoenix.
Every time they open their doors HCC meets the needs of their guests who come for help and leave with hope and the love of new friends. Heidi Dwigun is the Director of Operations at the North Phoenix location of Harvest Compassion Center. She joins us in this episode to celebrate the ways in which God is continues to use one family’s tragedy from years ago to ultimately usher in encouragement and hope for many who need it today.
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Steve and Teri Vogel had just dropped off their youngest son for his first year of college. They had just relocated and were living in an apartment. Their life together appeared to be taking the simplified shape of the typical “empty nester” couple. But God had other ideas… knowing that Teri and Steve possessed a desire to be useful in ministry, God invited them to enter the world of Foster Care. Since August of 2016, Thrive Arizona has helped hundreds, if not thousands, through the stated objectives of Prevention, Reunification, and in support of those who age-out of the system. In this episode of the Beacon we think you will be challenged and encouraged as you hear their story of obedience to the call of our God who cares deeply and intentionally for everyone they serve.
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Founder and Director of Unite PHX, Stephen Franke and Aim Right Ministry Director Caleb Reed are not ready to return to pre-Covid “normal.” Through the challenges of 2020, a beautiful renewed vision to serve is emerging. Stephen’s and Caleb’s passion for what is next is contagious. Our communities are rediscovering the value of interpersonal physical connection. Leaders all across Phoenix are beginning to take steps into our new “normal” with a vision for new methods and directions. Be inspired as these two leaders celebrate other organizations directionally pivoting to meet new challenges with great impact! God is guiding the Church together through adversity to sharpen His body for what is to come.
Organizations Mentioned:
https://aimright.org/
https://unitephx.org/
https://harvestcompassioncenter.org/
https://www.thriveaz.org/
https://www.hoperesponseinc.org/
https://jumpstart-ministries.org/
https://explore.gcu.edu/
https://www.arizonachristian.edu/
Phoenix Christian Preparatory School is on a mission to launch the lives of hundreds of students year after year (for the last 71 years). Principal Ruth Zappe serves as the leader of Phoenix Christian’s Elementary School.  Principal Jeannine Graden serves as the leader of Phoenix Christian’s Middle and High.  In this episode, you are invited into the behind the scenes responsive planning to the unexpected realities of 2020.   Along the way, these leading educators rediscovered the power of on campus--life changing education (never to be taken for granted, again).  You will also be blessed by the voices elementary students (Dean and Aiden) as they share of the impact of teachers and friends! Check out this episode to learn how educators found themselves on the front lines of unprecedented change.
Congresswoman Debbie Lesko is honored to represent Arizona’s 8th Congressional District.   In May 2018, she was sworn into the U.S. House of Representatives after winning a special election and was recently reelected for a full two-year term. For the 116th Congress, Congresswoman Lesko serves on the House Judiciary, House Rules, and House Homeland Security Committees. She also serves as the Co-Chair of the Congressional Caucus for Women’s Issues. In this special episode, hear firsthand the incredible life journey of a dedicated patriot serving our country.   From her darkest days to finding herself beside the President of the United States aboard Air Force One, Congresswoman Lesko’s spirited message will remind the listener of our land of opportunity. Tune in to learn more of her journey and the critical issues of our time.
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What if you could only shop at the Walmart in your neighborhood even though the Trader Joe’s or Whole Foods store was also close by and a better fit for your family? What if your Walmart decides not to open forcing you to have to get your groceries elsewhere? Should you be allowed to get groceries from another store? Should the Walmart that chose not to open be allowed to keep your grocery money forcing you to pay a second time for groceries? Corey DeAngelis is committed to getting the right answers to questions like these as it pertains to educational freedom and choice for families across America. He moved to Washington DC and has committed to talk candidly about this issue while working hard until educational dollars begin to follow the student to the right choice for that particular student. Suddenly, within the context of a Global Pandemic, while many public schools are choosing not to open Corey’s message is gaining an audience that just might be able to bring about significant improvements in the educational monopoly held by the government.
https://twitter.com/DeAngelisCorey
https://reason.org/author/corey-deangelis/
www.cato.org
https://twitter.com/DeAngelisCorey/status/1291036745207816192
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Steve Smith is passionate about helping provide underprivileged families a better education. He believes the education needs of kids and families are too dynamic and unique to be molded into a one size fits all mentality. Currently serving as the Arizona State Director for American Federation for Children, the ultimate goal is to give parents  the control and confidence necessary to be comfortable choosing the type of school that best meets their child’s needs. Tune in and learn more about how we can support school choice and provide educational enrichment opportunities to those who need it most.
az4children.org
text “KID” to 52886
https://www.azleg.gov/MemberRoster/
https://www.federationforchildren.org/
When God Uses a Retired Cop to Make New Laws
It is encouraging and comforting to know that people like Mark Finchem serve in the Arizona House of Representatives. Also joining us in this episode is Mark's dog Hank, who is mourning the loss of his best friend, Patch. Hear Mark Finchem’s personal  testimony about the power and impact of prayer. From his love and care for his animals to his strong faith in God, down to his great personality, Mark is one you would want to represent you. We invite you to listen on a conversation that is a great reminder of what God seeks from us and a thought provoking conversation about school choice and education freedom being a hot topic at the Arizona State Capitol.
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https://www.azleg.gov/MemberRoster/
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Joseph Zanovitch has learned a lot. God used addiction in his own life and a number of key friendships with those he met who were suffering through homelessness to bring about a safe place for people and families who find themselves living in their cars. Joseph grew up in Phoenix (Phoenix Christian alumnus, 1997) and moved to Los Angeles. While living in California he made friendships with many homeless people and when he moved to Longmont, Colorado and started working with Homeless Outreach Providing Encouragement (HOPE) he founded Safe Lots. Using underutilized resources in an empty church parking lot has transformed the lives of many short-term guests allowing them to get back on their feet, find employment, often moving back into a home other than their car. We enjoyed hearing the ways in which God is using Joseph’s availability to advocate on behalf of others and we think you might just gain a new perspective on Homelessness. We know that we certainly did!
http://www.hopeforlongmont.org/
https://www.coloradogives.org/HomelessOutreachProvidingEncouragement/overview
https://denver.cbslocal.com/2020/07/10/hope-homeless-longmont-safe-lot/?fbclid=IwAR1tkMHwwuQaL4fpouDIyQIfewIxMnA9yxgSlztcavNyTc39kBPpUjXeRNs
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Nancy Barto and her husband Joe raised three daughters. Along the way, she became passionate about protecting pre-born lives. She showed up and spoke up and the next thing she knew she was serving in the Arizona State Legislature. Nancy has been at it for a while now and is a republican, currently running against an incumbent republican in the Arizona Senate. Nancy is on a mission. She is humble, but she is driven. Nancy doesn’t see herself as eloquent and she certainly isn’t a professional politician. Rather, Nancy asked God to use her any way that He sees fit and He is doing just that as she continues to be available to go beyond her comfort zone on behalf of others in obedience to the call God has placed on her life to serve the citizens of Arizona well. The Beacon Radio Show as well as our sponsor, Phoenix Christian Preparatory, supports Nancy Barto and we hope you will listen to this episode and support Nancy too.
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nancybarto.com
truthaboutcarter.com
azvoterguide.com
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More than ever, justice is an important and weighty topic in our world. Our education system is what equips and transforms our next generation. More than ever, our parents need to be empowered to freely choose the school that best educates their child. Jason Bedrick, Director of Policy for EdChoice, is committed to educational freedom. He is an expert in his field. In this episode, he speaks to the importance of school choice and the benefits it brings to underprivileged families who would never have been able to afford the ideal education for their children. Listen in and be moved by the inspirational stories of how two mothers profoundly impacted our nation's educational funding system! Find out how you can help make a difference at a school near you. Last but not least, please watch Miss Virginia on Netflix, as this movie is an embodiment of this week's conversation!
edchoice.org
loveyourschool.org
empoweredazfamilies.com
Miss Virginia | Official Trailer (HD)
anchor.fm/phoenixchristian
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Jesus came to seek that which was lost. He certainly had a habit of meeting the immediate needs of people along the way, but He always acted with an eternal mindset. Choices Pregnancy Centers don’t refer or provide abortions, but they do provide a safe place to talk, explore options, seek medical services, and learn about available resources. And just like Jesus, Choices provides clients with an opportunity to hear about the hope available to all of us for a better life found only in Jesus Christ. Marc Burmich is a passionate and experienced business professional whose expertise spans nine industries. Many years ago, God gave Marc a glimpse of a new and important role that He had for Marc that will surely have a profound eternal impact. Serving as the President and CEO of Choices Pregnancy Centers, Marc leads a dedicated army of coworkers and volunteers on the front lines where life and death decisions are made daily. Amelia Green, Phoenix Christian Class of 2020, understands what is at stake. That’s why Amelia chose a “bottle-drive" fundraiser as the Capstone Project for her Senior Honors coursework. We know you’ll be encouraged by the availability, obedience and faith of both Marc and Amelia.
Organizations Mentioned:
Marc Burmich: mburmich@cpcphoenix.org
choicesaz.com
phoenixchristian.org/beacon
phoenixchrisitan.org/support
Jordan Francis is listening. RealTalk-Phoenix is building relationships with Gen Z and they are doing it the right way. They know that young adults listen to people who listen to them. They understand that today’s generation of young people are looking for people who are transparent, for people who care, and for people they can trust to do what they say and to do the right thing. Today’s young adults are all about community and love people from all different walks of life not because they look alike, think alike, act alike, or because of any other filter or threshold. They love them because they are an individual. We challenge you to ask God to open your mind and your heart before you listen. Should you determine to tune in, listen and see if you don’t hear and learn something about Christ’s Kingdom and maybe even about some preconceived and possibly outdated ideas through today’s conversation with Jordan.
https://www.realtalkcm.org/
phoenixchristian.org/support
phoenixchristian.org/beacon
The Center of Arizona Policy is on a mission to promote and defend the foundational values of life, marriage and family, and religious freedom. Cathi Herrod serves as the President of CAP and leads the charge daily. Along the way she advocates for educational freedom, protecting the rights of people to be able choose an education for their children. It is a great gift in the state of Arizona for underprivileged families to be given educational freedom and be able to choose what kind of education they want for their children. All great gifts must be stewarded well. Listen to the passion in Cathi’s appeal in the impact and importance of registering to vote, being well informed, and actively voting can help protect this unique opportunity in the state of Arizona. Phoenix Christian prides itself on being culturally diverse and is a melting pot of all different backgrounds and ethnicities. It would not be possible without people like you actively protecting the rights of Arizonans to enjoy educational freedom of choice. Check out this episode to learn how you can be useful in having an eternal impact in the lives of kids who might otherwise not have an opportunity to experience the benefits of freely choosing he education that best meets their needs.
azvoterguide.com
azpolicy.org
azpolicy.org/azcen
phoenixchristian.org/support
phoenixchristian.org/beacon
Could you imagine coming home one day to find your home ransacked and your name being on the arrest list because of your faith? What would you do if you and your family had to relocate for religious freedom? Well Daniel Ted knew one thing, he wanted to serve the Lord and serve his people so he started a ministry called Christian Islamic Dialogue where he strives to preach the gospel to Muslims. Instead of becoming bitter he saw his situation as an opportunity to spread the good news of Jesus all over the US and even back to his homeland planting seeds in the hearts of many. Listen in to this captivating story as he passionately shares about his ministry and raises awareness to the urgency and need for the gospel to be brought Muslims everywhere.
Organizations Mentioned:
cidcenter.info
welovemuslims.org
Can you ever have your cake and eat it to? Maybe not with cake, but there is a way to pay your taxes and use the same money to make a donation that just might change an eternity for others who you may never meet in person. In this episode of The Beacon, we welcome Steve Vogel of School Choice Arizona for a return visit. Steve shares the good news of how taxpayers in Arizona (both corporations and individuals) can recommend that the state use their tax dollars to make school choice a possibility for students and families whose options for education are otherwise limited. You can also learn about Thrive Arizona a ministry started by Steve and Teri Vogel that has either prevented or rescued over 1,000 children from the foster care system. God is using the unexpected to do the unexplainable through SCA and ThriveAZ!
Organizations mentioned:
http://schoolchoicearizona.org
http://thriveaz.org
http://phoenixchristian.org/beacon
Arizona Christian University is not what it used to be. In fact, the school isn’t even where it used to be. In this episode, ACU President Len Munsil talks about his personal walk with the Lord and how God used his time at ACU to prepare Him for an amazing journey as a husband, father, attorney, author, and university president. Recently, God used a connection with ACU again to reveal His perfect plans for incredible provision and growth at Arizona Christian University and President Munsil talks candidly about the ways God is still using the unexpected to do the unexplainable while equipping students to have an impact for the sake of God’s Kingdom here on earth and in heaven.
arizonachristian.edu
phoenixchrisitan.org/support
There is no question from Mary Burnridge’s accent that she grew up in Texas. Early in life, Mary discovered a God-given heart for the vulnerable. Her pursuits to serve God led her oversees and to her own hometown neighborhoods. When her husband, Mike, accepted the pastoral call to Phoenix, she discovered the overwhelming needs of a large refugee population. Mary’s response led to unexplainable personal growth and joy. In this episode you will also hear of the depths refugees face and the heights of lives changed through encounters with The Living God. As a bonus, you will also be encouraged from Ashley Felix and Jeremiah Montgomery, two amazing members of the graduating class of 2020!
Organizations mentioned:
MMHSJ@cox.net
http://phoenixchristian.org/beacon
http://phoenixchristian.org/support
Cindy Humes grew up in a household surrounded by alcoholics and drug addicts. She married her high school sweetheart, who also became an alcoholic. Later in life she met and fell in love with her husband Lee. Her relationship with Lee was incredible, but they both knew that Lee was battling an addiction to crack cocaine. Growing up around people with addictions and not wanting to see her husband go down the same path, Cindy asked Lee what would best help him with the struggle. Lee said, “to help others like me.” That was twenty years ago and ever since then Deep Within Rehab ministers and helps men struggling with strong addictions to personally encounter God as they live together in community. Deep Within Rehab provides each man with outstanding mentorship, and gives them the tools and steps needed to be a productive member of society. Hear how God is using Lee and Cindy, together with their broken backgrounds and experiences, through Deep Within to radically impact the lives of countless men. In this episode you will also hear the gripping account of their most current fight as Lee has been in the hospital for over a month battling complications from the Corona Virus and other health issues.
http://deepwithinrehab.com/
bhcsuncity.com
phoenixchristian.org/beacon
http://www.phoenixchristian.org/support
Eric Swithin had a rough start. His earliest memory as a child was divorce court. Growing up in a household with his mom and a series of eight different men with whom she lived, or to whom she was married, left him with a void that many children have experienced at some level. Eric was fatherless and living a life in pursuit of attention and something tangible to fill that void. In high school, Eric experienced a radical encounter with Jesus that continues to shape his life many years later. Ethan grew up in a Christian home and attended a private Christian school. When his dad left their family during middle school, Ethan was angry, hurt and confused. Jesus mobilized some men in Ethan’s life to invest in him along the way. Today Eric and Ethan work together at Outdoor Adventures in Pagosa Springs in order to reach-out to the fatherless through incredible experiences in nature and mentoring. You’ll be blown away by their testimony and the amazing ways in which God is using their past experiences to drive their current adventures!
www.outdooradventures.club
www.phoenixchristian.org/support
www.centerpointpagosa.com
Winning a National Title with an undefeated team as a college soccer player was a big accomplishment for Jordan Francis, but nothing in his life compares to falling in love with Jesus in 2010. He moved to the US for college and, after living in Texas and Oklahoma, Jordan and his wife relocated in Phoenix to plant a church. Little did they know that God had something “unexpected" in mind and is doing the “unexplainable” through Jordan via a unique friendship with many young adults on many campuses around the Valley of the Sun. Listen in as we discover the ways in which God is using "Real Talk" and Jordan for His glory and for the sake of His Kingdom on earth and in heaven.
www.rltkphx.org
www.phoenixchristian.org/beacon
www.bbcphx.org
www.nphx.org
In this amazing episode you’ll meet Pedro Perez, owner of Parc Phoenix. Pedro’s business is one to watch and he credits the great start he has gotten in large part to an organization known as Hustle Phoenix. The founder of Hustle Phoenix is Oye Waddell. Oye is not just a Rose Bowl champion from his days playing football at the University of Washington, he is a world-class encourager who God is using to make a difference today for the sake of eternity. Listen and learn about ways in which God is always looking to use ordinary people to do extraordinary things for His glory and for the good of His Kingdom on earth and also in heaven. We enjoyed having Oye and Pedro on today’s show and know you will also enjoy hearing from them.
https://www.instagram.com/parcphx/
https://www.aztv.com/HustlePHX
hustlephx.com
phoenixchristian.org/support
Kelby Milgrim uses science in his classroom to teach students about life beyond their high school campus. Confronted with the global pandemic of Covid19, and sharing the disappointment of the competitive MESA team that represents Phoenix Christian nationally, Mr. Milgrim chose to look for innovative opportunities. Especially for this years’ seniors whose high school graduation will likely be the most unique and unforgettable for many years in the future, and certainly in the past, this creative teacher and mentor was seeking a way to make a difference and have an impact. Listen to the ways in which God showed up and is using their availability to deliver needed protective gear to the front lines of the war against this deadly microscopic enemy. We think you will be encouraged by the truth that "problems present opportunities" for God-sized outcomes for His glory and for our collective good.
https://www.gofundme.com/f/covid19-face-visor-design?utm_source=customer&utm_medium=copy_link-tip&utm_campaign=p_cp+share-sheet
phoenixchristian.org/support
phoenixchristian.org/beacon
God has a history of doing amazing things through available people during unprecedented times. Through this episode, we know you will be encouraged as Dr. Mike Fleischmann, author and Pastor of Bethany Bible Church in Phoenix, outlines instruction from the Apostle Paul for perseverance, that leads to encouragement, resulting in hope for seasons of life just like RIGHT NOW. All of us can have a disproportionate impact in the lives of others each and every day as we navigate a global pandemic. Pastor Mike shows just how simple it is to have a profound impact on someone else.
https://www.mikefleischmann.net/
https://bbcphx.org/
https://uptownmarketaz.com/
http://www.phoenixchristian.org/support/
http://www.phoenixchristian.org/beacon/
We don’t know for sure, but we think Tim Reed’s middle name just might actually be “Encourager.” We dare you to listen to this episode without feeling encouraged. After 40 years in Education, the last 30 of them spent at Arizona Christian University, Tim Reed is stepping away from his full time role with the institution. Listen to this episode to hear his heart and watch God encourage your own. It is no wonder that the Lord has blessed His ministry through thousands of very personal and meaningful relationships over his career. We were honored to have Tim as a guest and we know you will enjoy hearing from him directly as he reflects not only on where he has been, but also shares the next season of life the Lord has in store.
https://www.arizonachristian.edu/blog/2020/01/13/tim-reed-to-retire-from-acu-after-30-years-will-continue-with-alumni-engagement/
arizonachristian.edu
phoenixchristian.org
Kenn Kington is one of the most popular comics on XM radio and he performs regularly across the county. He is a powerful motivator working with hundreds of companies to gain focus, maximize productivity and experience record setting product launches. Kenn has authored two bestselling books on relationships and records a regular radio show/podcast that inspires thousands to live life to the fullest. Listen in to this episode and be encouraged to encourage others by a world class encourager. We know you will enjoy getting to know Kenn Kington and learning the one word key he learned to unlock MOWO in his life and yours.
kennkington.com
drybarcomedy.com
phoenixchristian.org/beacon
phoenixchristian.org/support
People often say we can all count on a couple of things in life… Death and Taxes. In this episode we welcome Sally Henry (Arizona Christian School Tuition Organization) back to the program, along with special guest Sarah Raybon (Arizona School Tuition Organization Association). These ladies are experts on how to transform your taxes in the state of Arizona from a drudgery that goes against the general budget to a purposeful gift given with joy to change lives for the sake of all eternity. Listen in, be informed, and share this episode with all of your friends in the state of Arizona! The government is just waiting for you to tell them how to direct a significant portion of your tax money in Arizona and only 3% of taxpayers are taking advantage of the opportunity. You still can’t keep the tax money you owe, but for over twenty years now you can at least tell the state how to spend/invest some it! The opportunity is unique, the benefit is eternal, the time is now to act!
astoa.com
acsto.org
acsto.org/How-the-AZ-STO-Tax-Credits-Save-the-State-Money.pdf
azdor.gov/tax-credits
phoenixchristian.org/beacon
When people pray on earth, things happen in heaven. When things happen in heaven, things happen on earth. God is using Arizona State Representative Nancy Barto’s willingness to step outside her comfort zone to move heaven and earth. A homemaker with a fear of public speaking put a passion to pray for the unborn stepped out in faith and in simple obedience to the leading of the Holy Spirit nearly twenty years ago. Listen to this episode of the Beacon to learn how God continues to unfold His perfect plans for Representative Barto as she seeks to become Senator Barto in 2020. God is using the unexpected to do the unexplainable and Representative Barto’s story will encourage and challenge each of us as we seek to discover ways in which the God of this universe wants to work in, through, and around us as well.
nancybarto.com
azpolicy.org
phoenixchristian.org/beacon
feedback@beaconradioshow.com
A three-sport athlete at Apollo high school, with multiple State Championship Titles and a love for Basketball, God used an FCA experience to save Prince Amukamara. Also a talented football player, he was recruited to play in the Big 12 for the Cornhuskers of Nebraska. It was really cold in Nebraska, and the role he was offered when he arrived wasn’t what Prince had signed up for when the coaches convinced him to attend their school. Feeling misled, betrayed, and manipulated he thought seriously about transferring to play at another school. God showed up and sustained him through the feeling of loss and disappointment. Previously an offensive standout, the great college career that followed on the defensive side of the ball led to being selected in the first round of the NFL draft. His success on the field is amazing, it is important and Prince is grateful, but he talks with us in this episode about faith, football and sanctification. Hear how God is working through his availability to further the Kingdom in ways Prince never imagined as a kid growing up in Glendale, Arizona.
Organization Methods:
www.othersfoundation.org
othersfoundation.org/others-conference
www.phoenixbiblechurch.com
www.phoenixchristian.org
www.azfca.org
www.instagram.com/tv/B8etYE0lwcM/?…ig_web_copy_link
Rosario Lopez served 25 years with the Phoenix Police Department. Although initially unaware of God's ultimate plans for something in the future, a 2004 commitment Rosario made to his daughter Amanda is bringing forth a new and previously unexpected life trajectory. Nearly two decades later, Rosario and Amanda are committed to a pursuit of light and hope to the youth of central Phoenix. Listen to this episode and learn of new beginnings of hope, purpose, determination, and God’s clarity on "your why."
In the 1980's Patrick Morley was a successful real estate professional, and an unsuccessful book author. Book sales had been less than stellar and facing a warehouse full of unmoved product, he determined that he would pass them along free of charge to pastors of local churches rather than let them sit indefinitely. God showed up and millions of people have since read “The Man in the Mirror” throughout the world. Man in the Mirror and the impact of the once-struggling book is recognized among the most influential in history. In this episode we hear from Greg English, the Area Director for the Greater Phoenix Region of Man in the Mirror, and learn how God is mobilizing men to encourage and disciple men in the context of a relationship with Jesus and one another.
Organizations Mentioned:
http://maninthemirror.org/
http://gregoryenglish.com/
http://phoenixchristian.org
http://bbcphx.org/