Morning Light

Morning Light

Jeff Coleman and Debra Pinkerton help start your weekday mornings with faith and hope.

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  • Morning Light

    2 seasons

    Jeff Coleman and Debra Pinkerton help start your weekday mornings with faith and hope.

  • Kisscam and Social Media's Wildfire; Frontline Report from New Guinea

    The Morning Light Panel tackles social media, and after PA senator John Fetterman announced that he will be dropping social media, they discuss the question of wouldn't we just all be better without it? Bill and Lori Smith, Missionaries to Papua New Guinea with ABWE, share about their years serv...

  • Singing Through Flames and Floods; Disaster Relief Delivers Hope

    Jeff and the Morning Light Panel talk about how music and hymns and other songs in our hearts and how they can effect your mental health when the trials of life start to creep in.
    Kevin King, Executive Director of Mennonite Disaster Service, talks with Debra about how they are helping people and ...

  • Veterans Weigh in on Just War; Trusting God After a Heart Attack

    On the 80th anniversary of the Trinity nuclear test, the all-veteran panel reflects on what the first nuclear test revealed about the future of war, the rising toll of current conflicts, and how faith shapes the ethics of modern warfare. Plus, Carol Fastrich Aranos' powerful story of recovery fro...

  • New Hope Ministries; Remembering Pastor John MacArthur

    The Morning Light Panel talks about the passing of the influential Pastor John MacArthur, who died yesterday at the age of 86. Debra talks with Eric Saunders, the Executive Director of New Hope Ministries and Joanne Fortney, the Enola Center Manager for New Hope, about their ministry of supporti...

  • Gen Z’s Unlikely Battle Against Porn Industry

    Jeff and the Morning Light Panel discuss Gen-Z, and the problems with porn addiction and how to have conversations with people who are struggling. The TV host of Origins, Dr. Ray Heiple, talks about his spiritual journey of transforming his life after a tragic car accident. And Christian counselo...

  • The Challenge of Dual Citizenship; Philly House's Next Chapter

    The Morning Light Panel discusses citizenship in the USA, and what that path looks like for someone who wants to become a naturalized citizen. Rev. Jeremy Montgomery, President & CEO of the Philly House in Philadelphia, talks about how they help the homeless, and about their upcoming expansion of...

  • Race to Blame; Supporting Foster Parents in PA

    Jeff and the Morning Light Panel discuss salacious headlines, and the rush to share tragedy as entertainment. Vince Smith, Executive Director of Keystone Family Alliance and Cindy King, Equipping Director, talk with Debra about their ministry of supporting families and kids in foster care.

    Morn...

  • From Obesity to Spartan Race; Gallup: Americans Value Family

    Jeff and the Morning Light Panel discuss marriage, and new American values of the next generation. Executive Producer of Morning Light, Missy Stricker, talks about her weight loss journey and training for the intense Spartan race. Pastor Joel Smith of Dalah Coaching talks about slowing down to co...

  • Ex-Cops Lead Human Trafficking Fight; Faith Over Doomsday

    Jeff and the Morning Light Panel discuss the end of the world. Is it close? Or should we not even worry about it. Brad Ortenzi, Race Across America Director for Zoe International, talks about their mission of trying to end human trafficking. And Kevin Quinter a Zoe Rider, talks about how they use...

  • Camp Mystic in the Shadow of Grief; Breaking Down Generational Walls

    The Morning Light panel discusses the tragedy at Camp Mystic in Texas, where flooding has killed a number of people there and in other areas. Caleb Eagleson, Director Of Residence Life at Lancaster Bible College, talks about their intergenerational, Christ-centered living experience at Calvary H...

  • Declaring Independence from Fear

    The Morning Light Panel discusses the fourth freedom outlined by President Franklin D Roosevelt, the Freedom from Fear. Dr. David White talks with Debra about the importance of staying hydrated, especially in the summer. And Dr. Jack Wright talks about why using sunscreen is important.

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  • The Case for Pickleball; The Limits of Government Compassion

    Jeff and the Morning Light Panel discuss the third freedom laid out by President Franklin D Roosevelt, the Freedom from Want. Debra visits the YMCA and talks with Executive Director Chad Krebs about the importance of staying healthy. And Fitness Specialist and personal painter, Kyle Crimmel, talk...

  • Live from Ukraine: Worship Under Fire

    Pastor Caleb Suko of Odessa International Fellowship in Ukraine, gives an update on what it's like on a daily basis living under threat of bombs. The Morning Light panel continues their discussions on the four freedoms outlined by President Franklin D Roosevelt. Director of LifeCycles, Lee DeReme...

  • Mercy Ships: Hope and the High Seas

    President Franklin D Roosevelt laid out four freedoms that every American should enjoy, and the first one is the Freedom of Speech. The Morning Light Panel discusses what that means and what it originally meant to the founding fathers. Matthias and Joanna Immendoerfer are volunteers with Mercy Sh...

  • Faith Over Fear for Middle East Ministry | Malaysian Lawmaker’s Witness to Hope

    Jeff and the Morning Light Panel discuss Hannah Yeoh, an author in Malaysia who talks about sharing her Christian faith with Muslims there. Chris Katulka, Vice President of the Friends of Israel Gospel Ministry, talks with Debra about how they support and share the Gospel with Jews in Israel. And...

  • Faith or Fear in Global Travel; Hope for Crisis Pregnancies

    Robert William, President of the PA Center Of International Exchange & Partnership, talks with Jeff from India about traveling internationally during a time of tensions in the Middle East. Leona Rega, Executive Director of Human Life Services, shares about their ministry and some upcoming ways th...

  • Service Dogs for Veterans and First Responders

    If someone is suffering with pain, is it ok for them to choose to end their life with assistance? Jeff and the Morning Light Panel discuss the value of human life. Steve Tilson, President of Cover Six Canines, and his service dog Finn talk with Debra about how they are assisting veterans & first ...

  • The Gospel in Heat Waves, and War

    Jeff and the Morning Light Panel discuss the US attacks on Iran. Debra talks with Sam Chen, the host of Face the Issues on Lighthouse TV, about his show and also his faith journey.

    Morning Light Panelists include:
    Sam Chen - Political Science Professor | Host, Face The Issues
    Alex Kocman - Direc...

  • Sudan's Forgotten War; Rediscovering Trinity Sunday

    While much of the global media focuses on Gaza and Ukraine, another devastating war is unfolding largely unnoticed in Sudan. Jeff goes live to Sudan with Dr. Joel Veldkamp from Christian Solidarity International, a faith-based organization bringing urgent aid and hope to those suffering in Sudan ...

  • Pennsylvania Welcomes Vietnamese Refugees: 50 Years Later

    50 years ago, the United States welcomed refugees from Vietnam, many of which came to resettle in Pennsylvania. 1975 Vietnamese Refugees, Long and Huyen Tran, tell Jeff about their story. The refugee anniversary story continues with the Morning Light Panel, Ken Stambaugh, U.S. Army (Retired), and...

  • A Conversation with Kirk Cameron

    On a special edition of Morning Light, Debra has an extended conversation with actor and author, Kirk Cameron.

    Visit watchbrave.com to watch the first few episodes for free, and subscribe to BRAVE Plus to access all of Season 1! To find Kirk Cameron's books visit https://bravebooks.us/collection...

  • The Faith & Legacy of Wanamaker: A Morning Light Special

    In a special episode, Jeff and Debra explore the legacy of John Wanamaker, and his iconic department store in Philadelphia. Joe Watkins joins to discuss some of the contributions to retail stores that Wanamaker started. And Rev. Jeremy Montgomery, the President and CEO of Philly House, talks abou...

  • Grace and Forgiveness in Parenting

    Jeff and the panel discuss parenting, and the separation that can happen with kids, and some strategies for repairing relationships with them. John and Kerry Shuey, the Founders & Directors of KingdomQuest Ministries, talk about how they are discipling believers to fulfill their God-ordained dest...