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Co-hosts Kerri Brinkoeter and Marlene McMichael travel to Wimberley, Texas, for the Grand Opening of the newest Focus on the Family (FOTF) Retreat Center. The Center specializes in Hope Restored Intentives for couples in crisis. Join the ladies of LoveTalk as they conduct on-site interviews with Jennifer Krause, the Center's Clinical Director; with Dr. Greg Smalley, the vice president of Marriage and Family Formation for FOTF; and with Matt & Alicia Dickerson, whose marriage was saved through a Hope Restored Intensive. Listeners will not want to miss this program!

Co-hosts Cathy Endebrock, Kerri Brinkoeter, and Marlene McMichael interview Abby Johnson, the 2024 keynote speaker at the Texas Governor's Prayer Breakfast at Round Rock's Kalahari Resort. Believing she was helping women, Abby went to work for Planned Parenthood and rose from volunteer to facility director. Things changed when Abby witnessed a live ultrasound guided abortion procedure. Since then, Abby has become an outspoken advocate for the pro-life movement. Her story is chronicled in her book, "Unplanned" and a major film by the same name. Her other books include "The Walls Are Still Talking" and "Fierce Mercy."

Join the ladies of LoveTalk as they interview two special guests with important updates. First, Boris Zilberman, the Director of Public Policy & Strategy at the Christians United for Israel (CUFI) Action Fund, provides listeners with an update on the war in Israel in light of the United Nations resolution calling for an end in all conflict. Then, Dr. David Smith, the Executive Director of the Austin Baptist Association (ABA) shares the vision & goals of the ABA and the need for collaboration among church leaders of all denominations. Dr. Smith also invites listeners to the three-night Austin Awake! Prayer & Worship Gathering at the University Church of Christ on April 11-13, from 7 to 10 p.m., each night.

The ladies of LoveTalk discuss the significance of Easter and the resurrection of Jesus Christ. The death and resurrection of Jesus afford the believer Forgiveness, New Life & New Identity, Eternal Life, and Power Over Sin. Join Cathy Endebrock, Kerri Brinkoeter, and Marlene McMichael as they discuss the Life with a Risen Lord.

Co-hosts Cathy Endebrock, Kerri Brinkoeter, and Marlene McMichael conclude their three-part Intentional Living series by discussing the need to forgive offenses, to give liberally, and to serve others. These three traits should dictate every Christian life, just as they did the life of Jesus.

Co-hosts Cathy Endebrock, Kerri Brinkoeter, and Marlene McMichael welcome special guest Geremy Keeton, the Senior Director of Counseling Services at Focus on the Family (FOTF). On Saturday, March 23rd, Focus on the Family executives will host an Open House to mark the Grand Opening of the ministry's newest Retreat Center in Wimberley, Texas. The Retreat Center will offer intensive, biblically based, Christian counseling experiences for couples facing a crisis moment in their marriage or suffering from years of disconnection and relationship decay. Trademarked as Hope Restored intensives, these personalized counseling programs have helped over 11,000 couples since 2003. Listen to learn more about Hope Restored intensives, as well as the Wimberley center.

The Ladies of LoveTalk continue their discussion with Part 2 of their Intentional Living series. Today's discussion focuses on being "intentional" about the Study of God's Word, about Prayer, and about personal Discipleship -- as well as being intentional about training others to be Disciples of Christ. Join co-hosts Cathy Endebrock, Kerri Brinkoeter, and Marlene McMichael as they explore these necessary responsibilities in our Christian walk.

Join the Ladies of LoveTalk as they interview Jim McGee (coordinator) and Richard Battle (master of ceremonies) of the Governor's Prayer Breakfast, which is slated for Monday, April 29th, at Kalahari Resort in Round Rock, Texas. The breakfast heralds the celebration of the National Day of Prayer on Thursday, May 2nd, later in the same week. Invited guest speakers for the Breakfast include Governor Greg Abbot and Abby Johnson, the best-selling author of "Unplanned." Do not miss this very special event!

Co-hosts Kerri Brinkoeter, Cathy Endebrock, and Marlene McMichael discuss the need to be "Intentional" in all we do as Christians. This program is the first in a series of three which look at very deliberate, purposeful actions and/or mindsets that Christians must adopt in order to obey Scripture and walk out their faith in Jesus. Join the ladies of LoveTalk in this, the first of the Intentional Living series, as they discuss the need to Give Thanks, manage our Attitudes, and Love Well.

Dr. Chris Thurman, psychologist and bestselling author of "Emotionally Healthy Christianity: Following in the Psychological Footsteps of Christ," identifies four behavioral torpedoes which destroy marriages and families. Pointing to Jesus' own words and actions, Dr. Thurman and co-hosts Kerri, Cathy, and Marlene discuss how to diffuse those torpedoes and repair damaged family relationships. To find out more about Dr. Thurman's books, seminars, and speaking engagements, see his website at https://drchristhurman.com/.

We discuss having fun and loving well. Say goodbye to the idols of life: approval, success, control, comfort. Say hello to playfulness and childlike joy.

Co-host Marlene McMichael, Kerri Brinkoeter, and Cathy Endebrock visit with special guest, Vicky Porterfield, about the Collegiate Day of Prayer (CDOP) which is scheduled for February 29th at Baylor University in Waco, Texas. The CDOP is a united, multi-generational day of prayer for revival and awakening on college campuses across America. Learn how you can become involved in this amazing effort to impact the lives of the 22 million students on the 4,300 college campuses in the USA.

Co-hosts Cathy Endebrock, Kerri Brinkoeter, and Marlene McMichael interview Mark Hancock, book author and CEO of Trail Life USA -- a Church-Based, Christ-Centered, Boy-Focused mentoring and discipleship journey full of outdoor adventures for boys from Kindergarten through 12th grade. The program challenges boys to grow in character, understand their purpose, serve their community, and develop practical leadership skills to carry out the mission for which they were created. If you have a son, grandson, or nephew, this is a program you do not want to be miss!

The ladies of LoveTalk look at what God asks of His followers as they grow in the Lord. Scripture says that much is required of those who have been given much and that still more is expected from those who have been entrusted with more (Luke 12:48). What that means is that God requires His followers to be faithful in all His assignments, whether that is stewardship, occupational work, discipleship, forgiveness, study, service, or thanksgiving.

The ladies of LoveTalk interview Chara McMichael and Helen Browning about the first ever Human Trafficking & Awareness Fair scheduled for January 18th at the Boeing Center at Tech Port in San Antonio. The event will bring together over 40 regional organizations and community partners to educate and raise awareness about human trafficking. the theme of this event is "Hollywood vs. Reality - How You CAN Make a Difference." Chara and Helen are executives with the Human Trafficking Interdiction Division within BCFS Health & Human Services, a San Antonio non-profit founded in 1944.

Co-hosts Cathy Endebrock, Kerri Brinkoeter, and Marlene McMichael reflect on Haggai 1:5, which says "Give careful thought to your ways." Used as an acrostic, the word "WAYS" becomes a memorable guide for believers as we begin the New Year. "W" reminds us that the Word of God must come first in our lives. "A" tells us to be careful to surround ourselves with strong Christian Advisors, whether they are business leaders, counselors, or friends. "Y" tells us that even our Yesterdays belong to the Lord and are redeemed by Him. Finally, "S" reminds us that our steps forward lead us into full, purposeful lives in Christ.

The Ladies of LoveTalk finish up their Christmas series, encouraging listerners to make time during their family celebrations to worship Jesus and to reflect of the year to make decisions about how you will live life in Christ next year. Use Christmas to find God's personal message of truth specifically for your life. Most of all, resolve to trust, follow and abide in Jesus, as He is the one and only path to salvation.

Co-hosts Marlene McMichael, Kerri Brinkoeter, and Cathy Endebrock discuss the many Old Testament prophecies which point to the birth of a Savior. Then, they look at where and how those same prophecies were fulfilled in the New Testament. Dueteronomy 18:21-22 tells us that we kniow a message or prophecy is spoken by God if, and only if, it comes true. Over and over again, the birth of Jesus proves that He is the Son of God and the Promised Savior of the world. Join us for this faith-building, joyous Christmas program - Part 3 of The Secular, the Sacred, & the Simple Series.

Coach Kerri Brinkoeter, Cathy Endebrock, and Marlene McMichael look at God's GPS plan for the birth of Jesus. God Provides Safety (GPS) for Baby Jesus in a simple barn one the lower level of a house in Bethleham. God Provides a Star, another GPS which serves to guide the Magi, first, to Herod and then to where Jesus lay in a manger. Finally, God Provides a Savior, a final GPS path to salvation for all the world. Join the ladies of LoveTalk for the second in the the 2023 Christmas Series: The Secular, the Sacred, & the Simple.

Join the ladies of LoveTalk for the first in the Christmas series titled, "The Secular, the Sacred & the Simple." In this series, the Co-Hosts recognize that the treasured Christmas holiday can become distorted by frenetic activity and materialism, even though it is really sacred celebration of Christ's birth. This program will highlight the stories of Mary and Joseph, whose simple "yes" response to God enabled the birth that brought salvation to the world.