The Morning Light Panel discusses a recent Barna poll on trust, which shows small churches score higher than mega churches and celebrity pastors. Linda Kerstetter, Wellness and Healthy Living Director for the Friendship YMCA in Harrisburg, talks about the LiveStrong program for people affected by...

Jeff talks with Host of State of Independence, Joe Watkins, about his very personal journey taking care of his wife as she suffers from dementia. Debra is joined by Matt Clement from Water Street Mission, and talks about how they help care for the homeless in Lancaster county.

The Morning Light Panel discusses the question, are Christians too judgmental? Debra talks with Melinda Clark, CEO of North Star Initiative, about their mission to restore women after sex trafficking.

Morning Light Panelists include:
Cynthia Lyons - Educator & Community Leader
Jenn Eckard - Com...

Country music icon Dolly Parton’s death puts a deeply personal question in the spotlight: how does faith shape the way we face aging and death? A new study suggests that strong belief in an afterlife, prayer, church attendance, and a secure view of God may help reduce death anxiety. Your Morning ...

The Morning Light Panel discusses a recent study that shows alcohol consumption is trending down, especially among younger generations. Debra talks with Lee DeRemer, Director of LifeCycles, about their cycling ministry. And riders Lili Troyer and Elijah Wernershare about their experience riding w...

Jeff talks with Christianity Today Correspondent, Hernán Restrepo, about the ongoing migration crisis happening between Morocco and Spain. Debra talks with Principal of Veritas Academy, Dr. Dan Spanjer, about Christian schooling. And Marci Howell, former homeschool mom and an education consultant...

Back-to-school season can bring excitement, but for many children and parents, it also brings anxiety and fear. How can families help children recognize danger without becoming overwhelmed by it? Plus, learn how True Life Youth Ministries is creating safe, Christ-centered spaces for young people ...

Jeff and the Morning Light Panel talk about the young and the old generations that are staying at home for different reasons, not interacting with other people. Debra talks with Sue Forry, Regional Coordinator with Moms In Prayer International, about how they connect with women and gather for pra...

Jeff and the Morning Light Panel talk about how we continue tell America's story. Debra talks with John Courchesne, Development Director for Kenbrook Bible Camp & Retreat Center about their camp. And Dad Camp PA Facilitator, Garret Barbush talks about their program for dads and sons.

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The Morning Light Panel reflects on Afghanistan, and 5 years after the US pulled out of the country and the Taliban took over. Debra talks with Brooke Morrison, Director of Child Evangelism Fellowship Of Dauphin County, about the Good News Club in elementary schools. And volunteer with CEF Dauphi...

Debra and the Morning Light Panel discuss every person's ability to worry, and how we can get rid of it. Sarah Stanley, Director Of Advancement of Morning Star, shares about their pregnancy support services. And volunteer Becky Pontius, talks about how they have made a difference in the lives of ...

Debra and the Morning Light Panel discuss a current Supreme Court case involving the freedom to pray in your own home, in Ohio. Josiah Martin a volunteer Ten Million For Christ, talks about their ministry in Romania.

Morning Light Panelists include:
Ajay Kunarasa - Program Director | True Life Y...

The Morning Light Panel discusses the rising cost of medical care, and how we can support our neighbors and church families that might be having medical problems. Samantha Logsdon, President of Cumberland Valley Breast Care Alliance, talks about how their ministry is helping women through their c...

The Morning Light Panel talks about addiction and the hard road to recovery. Robert Schoonover, executive Director of the Potters House, talks about their ministry and how they help people in recovery from addiction and find stability. Manny Paulino shares about his time in prison and how the Pot...

Debra and the Morning Light Panel discuss world religions, and how we can engage others that don't believe the same thing. Jeff shares about a recent trip to Turkey, where he got to learn about Eid al-Adha, the Muslim feast that celebrates Abraham sacrificing his son.

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Debra and the Morning Light Panel discuss the uptick in grandparents raising their gradchilren. Lori Michler, Founder of Sara's House of Hope, talks about their ministry that helps parents who have had a child die from a drug overdose. Tracey Nolen shares how Sara's House helped her when her daug...

Debra and the Morning Light Panel discuss aging Americans and different lifestyle strategies for living life well as a community in retirement. David Zilka, CEO of Paxton Ministries, and Lauree Fidler a volunteer, share about how they serve people in poverty and suffering from mental illness.

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The Morning Light Panel discuss the closing of the University if Valley Forge, and the mission of higher education and if it's working or not. Debra talks with Tom Kaden and Michel Gingerich, co-founders of Someone to Tell It to, a non profit that works to help people create better relationships ...

The Morning Light Panel discusses the question: how can God let bad things happen to good people? Debra talks with Patty Seaman, Executive Director Of Client Services with Peace Promise, about how they are supporting survivors of exploitation in the commercial sex industry. And Nikki, a sex traff...

February 2, 2001 a man named William Michael Stankowicz attacked North Hopewell / Winterstown Elementary School with a machete, injuring students and staff. The principal, Norina Bentzel, confronted the attacker, was badly hurt, and ultimately stopped him and saved lives. She shares her story fro...

In a special 1-hour show, Jeff and Debra celebrate America's 250th by discussing the freedom we have to believe in God or any other religion. Special guests explore the faith of George Washington, give a preview of the new movie Young Washington, share about honoring D-Day veterans in Normandy, a...

Elva Hurst debuts a special chalk artwork for America's 250th.

June 21, 2020, 18-year-old Linda Stoltzfoos vanishes from her quiet Amish community in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. Less than a month later, Justo Smoker is arrested in connection with her kidnapping and murder. Today, Debra sits down with Smoker's brother-in-law and niece as they share their ...