Morning Light

Morning Light

2 Seasons

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

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

    Episode 200

    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

    Episode 199

    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

    Episode 198

    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...

  • Infinity Workweeks and Sabbath Rest; Hope for an Alzheimer’s Diagnosis

    Episode 197

    The Morning Light Panel discusses work, rest and the Sabbath. For Alzheimer's Awareness month, Dr. Richard Rayner from Aspire Health Concepts talks with Debra about the disease and memory loss.

    Morning Light Panelists include:
    R. Davis Younts - Military Defense Attorney
    Pastor John Hayward - Tri...

  • Flashpoint Iran; Hope Within's Dental Ministry

    Episode 196

    Former IDF Spokesman, Retired Lt. Col. Jonathan Conricus, talks with Jeff from Israel about the current status of the Iran and Israel conflict. Laurie Reichert, Development Director, Hope Within Ministries and Tina Nissly the Dental Program Coordinator, talk with Debra about their dental ministry...

  • Bye Bye, Red Dye; Blazing Trails to An Awesome Faith Adventure

    Episode 195

    With growing conversation around the topic of food safety, Jeff and the Morning Light Panel discuss the role that Christians should play in the debate. David Richards, the kids and family pastor at Christian Life Assembly, tells Debra how the church is encouraging families to grow closer together...

  • Screwtape Letters Comes to Life; America's Changing State of Faith

    Episode 194

    The fastest growing religion in the world based on new converts is Islam, and the Morning Light Panel discusses the global state of faith. Award winning actor and producer, Mac Mclean talks with Debra about the upcoming production of C.S Lewis' "The Screwtape Letters" happening in Lancaster and P...

  • Israel/Iran, Political Assassination, Protests

    Episode 193

    Jeff and the Morning Light Panel discuss the Israel and Iran bombings, and in the USA the protests and parades that happened in conjunction with the 250th anniversary of the founding of the Army. Dr. Ray Heiple, the host of the TV show Origins, talks about his show. And Henry Smith, the host of D...

  • Sudan's Forgotten War; Rediscovering Trinity Sunday

    Episode 191

    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

    Episode 183

    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

    Episode 148

    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

    Episode 144

    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

    Episode 136

    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...

  • Covid-19: How It's Changed Us 5 Years Later

    Episode 135

    It's been 5 years since the Covid-19 pandemic was declared in the United States, and the panel talks about how it changed us. Dr. Jack Wright talks about colorectal cancer, why it is and how it can be prevented. And Derek Dienner a colorectal cancer survivor, talks about his journey.

    Morning Lig...

  • Ukrainian Pastor Fights on the Frontlines

    Episode 132

    In a special interview, Jeff talks with Oleg Magdych, Unit Commander & Pastor in Ukraine, about the situation on the ground, his men, and about a recent Ukrainian war documentary that Commander Magdych is in called "Under Pressure".

    Debra sits down with Christian singer and songwriter Matt Hammi...

  • 51 Surgeries Later, Still Grateful

    Episode 117

    Jeff talks with Dano Burkhart, who was born with spina bifida and has had over 50 surgeries during his life, but is now hosting his own TV show called Dano on the Counter, and it's all been a part of God's plan for his life.

    Morning Light Panelists include:
    Luke Covert - Filmmaker
    Dan Bartkowiak...

  • Brave the Dark: Meet the PA Story Behind the Movie

    Episode 104

    Debra talks with the real Nate Deen from New Holland, PA the man whose story is portrayed in the new movie "Brave the Dark" by Angel Studios. Debra was also able go to the red carpet premier of the movie and talk with Jared Geesey from Angel Studios about the movie. And Josue Sierra, Director Of ...

  • No Room For Hate: The King Legacy

    Episode 99

    Rev Joe Green reflects on the message of Rev. Martin Luther King Jr., and the content of your character and not the color of your skin. And Deacon Phil Finch, of Ebenezer Baptist Church, Atlanta, Georgia, gives his remembrance Dr King and his mother Alberta Williams King.

    Morning Light Panelists...

  • Morning Light Road Trip

    Episode 88

    Jeff and Debra highlight a few destinations that could be a fun outing, from a mid-morning drive to the Shine Coffee House in central PA, to some destinations further away like the Creation Museum in Kentucky, and he Museum of the Bible in Washington DC, and even a long vacation to Israel, where ...

  • Special Interview with Vice President Mike Pence

    Episode 87

    Jeff Coleman sits down for a special interview with the former Vice President, Mike Pence.

    Original airdate: December 31, 2024

  • Pennsylvania Faith Trails

    Episode 71

    Jeff and Debra take a journey around Pennsylvania and talk to historians about faith stories linked to PA, including President Eisenhower, President Buchanan, John Harris Jr, and Fanny Crosby.

    Original Airdate: November 29, 2024

  • Mending the Hearts of Inmates

    Episode 46

    Darrel Reinford, Executive Director of Christian Churches United talks about how their ministry helps spread the Gospel to men and women in prison. Will Host shares with Debra about the national prison ministry God Behind Bars.

    Morning Light panelists include:
    John Wetzel - Former Pennsylvania S...

  • The Dangers of Marijuana

    Episode 35

    Laura Stack, Founder of Johnny's Ambassadors Youth TRC Prevention tells Debra about her son who took his own life after experiencing side effects of marijuana use. Simon Dietz from the Naaman Center talks about how they bring a faith based approach to helping people suffering from addiction.

    Mor...