As June arrives, so does a cultural test for corporations, communities, and churches. Pride Month has become more than a seasonal campaign; it’s now a litmus test for values, convictions, and public image. But this year, something is shifting. Major retailers like Target are pulling back on their usual Pride displays, facing pressure from both the left and right. In a polarized marketplace, some companies are asking whether bold statements of inclusion are worth the cost—or whether silence is the safer bet. As churches fly rainbow flags and some pastors call for boycotts, the line between conviction and marketing grows increasingly blurred. When public relations strategies begin to replace conscience, what’s lost in the process? And when even religious values seem to be in transition, where do we find firm ground? Your Morning Light Panel breaks it all down.

We also look back on the 53rd anniversary of Hurricane Agnes, one of the most devastating storms in Pennsylvania’s history. Communities were torn apart by floodwaters—but in the midst of loss, churches came together in ways that defied the moment. One church’s story of survival is seen by some as a miracle. More than memory, it’s a testament to what happens when people of faith step into tragedy with compassion and resolve. Debra sits down with Jim Schambach, a former member of HBG 1st and Kevin Pry, the Vice President of Church Counch at Messiah Lutheran Church.

Today's panelists include:
Rev. Josh Robertson - Senior Pastor, The Rock Church, Harrisburg
Cynthia Lyons - Educator & Community Leader
Rep Scott Barger - Pennsylvania 80th District

Original air date: 6.9.25

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