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

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  • Morning Light

    3 seasons

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

  • Dave Biser’s Widow-maker Heartache | PA Mom’s Tragedy to Battlecry

    The Morning Light Panel discusses the ongoing issue of protecting children from online predators. Frequent panelist Pastor Dave Biser, had a heart attack in September, and shares his health journey.

    Morning Light Panelists include:
    John Wetzel - Former Pennsylvania Secretary Of Corrections
    Cynt...

  • America's Decline in Family Size? | Front Yard Mission

    Jeff and the Morning Light Panel discuss family, and the decline of the number of children in families, and government incentives to try and counter the potential future decline in population. Debra talks with Jonathan Weibel, Director of Front Yard Mission about their ministry. And James Connoll...

  • Worshipping Through Disability; Milandila’s Ugandan Mission

    The Morning Light Panel discusses people either disabilities, and how we can work to include them better, especially in churches. Debra talks with Shannon Medich, Director of Partnership Development wit Milandila Community Missions based in Lancaster County, but serves women and children in Ugand...

  • Healing with Hope Walks; Defense or Offense?

    Jeff Coleman goes live from South Carolina with Davis Younts to discuss rising global tensions, including potential U.S. action in Venezuela and Russia-Ukraine talks. The Morning Light Panel discusses Christians' role in peace and war, and Debra sits down with Hope Walks, a nonprofit correcting c...

  • Capital Area Dream Center | The Standard of Care for Prisoners

    The Morning Light Panel discusses corporal punishment, and the prison system. Dr. Richard Rayner from Aspire Health gives some health tips for holiday eating. And Richard Lewis, Executive Director of the Capital Area Dream Center, shares about their faith based center.

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  • Dangers of Online Content for Kids | Lebanon Rescue Mission

    Jeff and the Morning Light Panel talk about the sensitive topic of pornography, and how it's affecting this generation that has more access than ever before. Debra talks with Susan Blouch, Executive Director of the Lebanon Rescue Mission, about their ministry and their Christmas care packages tha...

  • Loving Neighbors While Bombs Fall | Fixing Broken Relationships

    Pastor Mark Sergeev, of Ecclesia Church in Kyiv Ukraine, gives an update after the recent developments in the possible peace agreement between Ukraine and Russia. Debra talks with Christian counselor Ryan Bailey, about how we can keep a heart of gratitude during the holiday season. And Pastor Jos...

  • The Collingsworth Family | Finding the Moral Standard

    The Morning Light Panel talks about scandals, if we should get caught up in all the details. Debra talks with Phil Collingsworth of the musical group the Collingsworth Family, and he shares about their latest tour and about how their family grew into the musical family that it is today.

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  • American Dream Sticker Shock | 9/11 Survivor’s Trials of Faith

    Jeff and he Morning Light Panel discuss the cost of living, and how much the government or the church should be involved when people find themselves coming up short. Debra talks with Christina Stanton, a 9/11 survivor, and who has had multiple health battles, about her journey with faith during t...

  • MTG'S Big Apology Trending? | Fighting Trauma with Horses

    The Morning Light Panel discuss apologies, after a recent public apology from US Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene. Beckie Thompson, Founder of Green Meadow Farm, talks about how their ministry connects children & families With horses & farm life. And Keri Altland, a Lesson Instructor, shares some sto...

  • Meet Avi Schiffmann's Magic Friend; From Diabetes to Faith

    Jeff and the Morning Light Panel talk about friendship, and the latest A-I technology that allows you to have a virtual friend in a box. Dr. Jack Wright talks with Debra about Diabetes, what it is and how it's treated. And Sean Sims was diagnosed with type 1 Diabetes, and shares how the experienc...

  • A Doctor, a Nurse, and an Adoption Prayer; MTG's Surprise Apology

    The Morning Light Panel discuss the marriage rate, and how less people are getting married and they are also waiting longer until they actually get married. Debra talks with Dr. Robby and Phoebe Waller, and they share their story of adoption.

    Morning Light Panelists include:
    Cynthia Lyons - Edu...

  • Update: 500 Christians in Gaza | LBC's Faith Forward Sports

    Pastor Hanna Massad calls in from Jordan to give an update on the Christian Mission to Gaza. Bryan Curtis, Athletic Director for Lancaster Bible College, shares about their sports program. And Gracie Sareyka, Director for Charger Care shares about how their program helps support their athletes i...

  • When Headlines Drive up Fear; Ministry's Shoes for India Drive

    The Morning Light Panel discuss fear, and how the media tends to drive up our anxiety based on the disproportionate stores they share. Erlinda Hand, Mobilization & Engagement Coordinator for The Tide, talks about their upcoming shoe drive for people in India. And Don Shenk, Executive Director for...

  • A Grateful Nation on Veterans Day; Slow Down on Fast Fashion?

    Jeff and the Morning Light Panel discuss the cost of clothing, and how aware we should be of knowing where our clothes are made. Debra talks with frequent panelists Attorney Davis Younts and Pastor Dave Biser about their military service.

    Morning Light Panelists include:
    Robert William - Preside...

  • The Gospel and Post-Election Relocations; PA Ministry’s 10-Year Milestone

    The Morning Light Panel respond to when people say they are going to move out of a state or the country when they don't agree with the current politicians in power. Tannon Herman, Executive Director of Wildheart Ministries shares about their inner city mission and some upcoming events. And Cheryl...

  • Nigerian Genocide: Frontline Report | End-of-Life Hope Through Hospice

    Dr. Adeolu F. Olanrewaju from Nigeria Evangelical Missions Association, gives a frontline update on the persecution of Christians in Nigeria. November is national hospice & palliative care month. Dr. Jack L. Wright, a Retired Family & Hospice Physician, shares about end of life care. And Hospice ...

  • Overcoming Evil: Lessons from 16th Street Baptist Church

    In a special edition of Morning Light, Jeff travels to Birmingham Alabama and talks with survivors of the 16th St. Baptist Church bombing that happened in 1963. Dr. Carolyn McKinstry and Lisa McNair share their experiences, and reflect on the power of forgiveness.

    Original airdate: October 14, 2025

  • The Hostages in Gaza Are Free

    Debra and the Morning Light Panel reflect on the hostages released from Gaza, and the hopeful future of Israel and the region. Chris Katulka, VP Of North American Ministries for The Friends Of Israel Gospel Ministry, reacted to the news of the peace deal and the hostage release.

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  • Light in America’s Murder Capital; Redemption After Human Trafficking

    Rep. Ronnie Crudup, Jr. talks with Jeff about how his home city of Jackson MS is the murder capital of the United States, and how a rec center that he founded is helping to keep kids safe. Brad Ortenzi, Eastern USA Regional Director of Zoe International shares how they are working to prevent, re...

  • Live from the PA March for Life

    Jeff and Debra are on the state capitol steps in Harrisburg as they broadcast live from the PA March for Life Rally. Debra talks with Jennie Bradly Lichter, the President of March for Live, and also talks with the speaker for today's event, Ryan Bomberger.

    Morning Light Panelists include:
    State ...

  • Talking With Your Kids About Tragedy

    Jeff and the Morning Light Panel discuss evil in the world, after the most recent school shooting. The conversation continues as Debra talks with youth and family expert, Joe Slack, and also with Christian counselor Jessica Meade, about talking with your kids about tragedy.

    Morning Light Panelis...

  • Morning Light Anniversary Special

    Morning Light celebrates its one year anniversary with outtakes, behind the scenes, a few surprises and a look back at some of our favorite moments from the last year.

    Original airdate August 19, 2025