Morning Light

Morning Light

2 Seasons

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

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  • Gen-Z & A Searching for Answers; Pro-Life Union in Philadelphia

    Episode 429

    Jeff and the Morning Light Panel talk about Gen-Z and church, and the ongoing generational trends with church and seeking God. Chris Pushaw, President of the Pro-Life Union Of Greater Philadelphia, talks with Debra about how they support women who are pregnant and are thinking about abortion.

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  • Eden Village’s God-Sized Vision for Homelessness; Changing America’s Mood at 250

    Episode 428

    The Morning Light Panel discuss America 250, and reflects on the last time there was a big America celebration in 1976. Co-Founders Jon Bomberger and Khary Lane of Eden Village in Harrisburg, share about their mission that is creating a secure tiny-Home community for the unhoused.

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  • Reflecting Pool Algae, and Algortims; Ethics and A-I

    Episode 427

    The Morning Light Panel discusses what shows up in our news feeds, and what is news, what's fun, and how algorithms are controlling what we see. Dr. Ryan Geesaman, LBC Academic Dean, talks with Debra about how their college is now offering classes in A-I, along with other information technology. ...

  • 3 Global Hotspots; One Family's Mission to Brazil

    Episode 426

    Jeff talks with human rights advocate Dr. David Curry, about the ongoing Christian persecution in China, Nigeria and Iran. And Debra talks with ABWE missionary Josh Greene, about his ministry in Brazil.

  • Mercy Is More Powerful Than Murder - In The Wake of Linda Stoltzfoos

    Episode 425

    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 ...

  • One Dad's Challenge; Servant's Oasis

    Episode 424

    The Morning Light Panel continues their discussion on fatherhood, and talks about 3 points that terminally ill Ben Sasse has about being a father. Debra talks with the founder of Servant's Oasis, Dr. Roy Smith, who shares about their ministry to care for people who care for others and don't get a...

  • Fathering Behind Bars; The Gospel and Incarceration

    Episode 423

    Jeff and the Morning Light Panel discuss the difficulty of being a father in prison. Jordan Kauffman, Executive Director of New Person Ministries shares with Debra about how they help men that are transitioning from prison life to back in society. And Father Demetrius Nicoloudakis, Chaplain for N...

  • The Masculinity Debate; Hope Served

    Episode 422

    The Morning Light Panel discusses the definition of masculinity in modern America. Kelly Harnish, Founder & President of Hope Served, shares about how they help people with disabilities find community, jobs & skill building, and help in planning for future success.

    Morning Light Panelists includ...

  • World Traveling Puppet Ministry; Our Decreasing Attention Spans

    Episode 421

    Jeff and the Morning Light Panel discuss attention span, after the New York Times created a challenge for people to look at a work of art for 10 minutes without looking at their phone or moving on to something else. Lois Matarazzi, founder of Sonshine Praise Puppets shares about their ministry an...

  • Odesa, Drones, and Gospel Ministry; Global Persecution Spotlight

    Episode 420

    Jeff talks with Pastor Caleb Suko live from Odesa Ukraine, as he shares about the hope they have in the war zone. Debra talks with the CEO of Global Christian Relief, Brian Orme, about the state of a number of different countries that they serve including Iran, Pakistan and India.

  • Fitness in Real Life; Aging Leaders: The Wise and Foolish

    Episode 419

    The Morning Light Panel talks about the age of leaders, and how it can bring wisdom, but less stamina. Harry King, Founder of Kingdom Fit, shares with Debra som practical ways to stay mobile and fit.

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

  • Rise of Celebrity Christians; Decline in Family Stability

    Episode 418

    The Morning Light Panel discusses Christian celebrities and if there should be any. Michael Geer, President of the PA Family Institute talks about how Pennsylvania ranks 34th on the family structure index according to a new study. And Kurt Weaver, Director of the Church Ambassador Network, contin...

  • Redemption After Mennonite Excommunication; Australia's Faith Climate

    Episode 417

    Jeff talks with Michael Lin of Oilstone Leadership, about the state of Christianity in Australia and the cultural challenges. Debra talks with chalk artist Elva Hurst about her story of being excommunicated from the Mennonite church, but found Christ in a more personal way and started a ministry ...

  • Christians Can Dance; Americans Don’t Trust Neighbors

    Episode 416

    Jeff and the Morning Light Panel discuss the decline in being neighborly among Americans. Doris Ann Shirk, Founder of Doris Ann's Dance Studio, talks with Debra about their Christian dance studio. And Student Teacher Laina Julian, shares how their studio has made an impact on the dancers.

    Morni...

  • Are We Getting Enough Rest on Vacation? Serving Women and Babies in Uganda

    Episode 415

    The Morning Light Panel discusses vacations and down time. Are we filling up our spare time and not actually getting any rest? Debra talks with Shannon Medich, Director Of Partnership Development for Milandila Community Missions, about their maternity hospital in Uganda.

    Morning Light Panelists...

  • Building a Clubfoot Clinic out of a Shipping Container

    Episode 414

    Debra and the Morning Light Panel talk about distractions in our lives, and how we can minimize them. Scott Reichenbach, President of Hope Walks, shares about their ministry that helps correct clubfoot in children around the world. And Meer Mahfuz, President of Build at Texas A&M University, talk...

  • Providing Hope & Practical Support To Suffering & Persecuted Christians

    Episode 413

    Debra and the Morning Light Panel discuss Christian persecution around the world. Jeremy Frith, CEO of Barnabas Aid, shares about how their ministry helps provide support to persecuted Christians.

    Morning Light Panelists include:
    Jeremy Frith - CEO | Barnabas Aid
    Josue Sierra - Director Of Commu...

  • Researching the Historical Bible; New Study Shows Increased Bible Reading

    Episode 412

    Debra and the Morning Light Panel talk about a revival in reading the Bible among young people. Dr. Jeremiah Johnston, President of the Christian Thinkers Society, shares about his latest book which explores the evidence for the life of Jesus. And Archaeologist Bryan Windle talks about his lates...

  • Peter Cameron Scott's African Dream - A Morning Light Special

    Episode 411

    Jeff follows in the footsteps of Peter Cameron Scott, who in the 1800s felt called to be a missionary to Africa, and founded the Africa Inland Mission. Jeff travels from Philadelphia where the ministry started, to Kenya where Peter Scott preached the Gospel to the different tribes, and along the ...

  • "Spring's Unfolding Days" - A Morning Light Special Chalk Talk

    Episode 375

    Elva Hurst creates one of her chalk artworks for Easter for the full show. And Jeff and Debra preview the upcoming movie about her life called "Elva: Art of Redemption"

  • Morning Light at the Movies: "A Great Awakening"

    Episode 374

    Jeff and the Morning Light Panel discuss George Whitefield and the Great Awakening movement in America during the 1700s. Debra previews the new movie by Sight & Sound called "A Great Awakening" and interviews the lead actor who plays George Whitefield, Jonathan Blair.
    Debra also gets some insight...

  • Trials of Faith in Ukraine

    Episode 357

    In a special interview, Jeff sits down with Pastor Mark Sergeev of Ecclesia Church in Kyiv Ukraine, whose house was destroyed and church raided during the war with Russia. Debra talks with Nathan Hammond, who has made 7 trips to Ukraine to help with delivering aid and supplies to people in need. ...

  • Body and Soul

    Episode 315

    Jeff and Debra revisit a number of health related stories to jump start the new year.

  • Faith Journeys

    Episode 314

    Jeff and Debra highlight the faith journeys taken by a number of Morning Light panelists and guests, including Cynthia Lyons, former PA Secretary of Corrections John Wetzel, Pastor David Smith, and CEO of Jubilee Ministries Ryan Newswanger.