Morning Light

Morning Light

3 Seasons

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

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  • The Power of Praying Moms; Grace, Judgement and Christian Scandals

    Episode 321

    Jeff and the Morning Light Panel discuss grace, and the recent stepping down of Philip Yancey from ministry. Sue Forry, Regional Coordinator for Moms In Prayer International, talks with Debra about their prayer ministry. And Abby Partin, who started a Moms In Prayer Group, shares about how it has...

  • Blind Spots and Camera Angles; The Gospel in End of Life Care

    Episode 320

    The Morning Light Panel discusses confirmation bias, and how it's hard to not want to jump to conclusions in the news. Brian Hennon, Founder of Hopeful Hope, talks with Debra about how they give honest, compassionate counsel about healthcare decisions during end of life care.

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  • Maduro’s Courting of Evangelicals | Phil Collingsworth’s Musical Journey

    Episode 319

    Jeff talks with Christianity Today Correspondent, Hernán Restrepo, in Bogota Columbia about the recent capture of Venezuelan President Maduro. Debra continues her interview with Phil Collingsworth about their musical family an his personal testimony.

    Morning Light Panelists include:
    Cynthia Lyo...

  • Defeating the Binge in 2026 | Marriage 9-1-1

    Episode 318

    The Morning Light Panel discusses how much time we spend watching TV and using social media, and if it's good for us to spend that much time alone. Christian counselor Jessica Meade, talks with Debra about navigating divorce. And President & Founder of The Marriage Hub, Dr. Bruce McCracken, share...

  • Serving Uganda's Most Vulnerable | From the Telegraph to AI: Being Tech Wise

    Episode 317

    Jeff and the Morning Light Panel talk about inventions that have changed the way we live our lives, for good and for bad. Morgan Tumwesiigye, Founder of Milandila Community Missions, shares with Debra about how their ministry in Uganda is empowering physical & spiritual wellness of women and chil...

  • Improving our Physical and Spiritual Health | Fighting to End Human Trafficking

    Episode 316

    The Morning Light Panel discuss resolutions and how we can better balance the time in our lives. Brad Ortenzi, Eastern Regional USA Director for Zoe International, and Det. Sgt. Kevin Quinter from the Wyomissing PA Police Department, talk with Debra about their mission to end child trafficking.

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  • 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.

  • A-I Creativity? | New Years Resolutions

    Episode 313

    Jeff and the Morning Light Panel talk about A-I creativity, and whether or not we should use it to make music and art. Christian counselor Ryan C Bailey and Pastor Josiah Malinich both talk with Debra about getting our new year off on the right foot.

    Morning Light Panelists include:
    John Wetzel...

  • Pennsylvania Faith Trails 2

    Episode 312

    Jeff and Debra revisit some of the Pennsylvania Faith Trails they've taken in the last year, highlighting Civil Rights singer Marian Anderson, PA Governor James Beaver, Rev. George Whitfield from the Great Awakening, and hymn composer Dr. Charles Albert Tindley.

  • Singer-Songwriter Andrew Greer | Christian Music Surge

    Episode 311

    Debra and the Morning Light Panel discuss Christian music and church worship culture. Jeff talks with singer-songwriter and author, Andrew Greer, about his relationship with President Jimmy Carter, and also performs one of his original songs. And musician Caleb Shrom-Kuc performs O Holy Night.

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  • "Flipping Farms" Stars Share Gospel Mission | Yes or No on Public Executions?

    Episode 310

    The Morning Light Panel discusses the death penalty and public executions, and if there should be grace for those that are sentenced to death. Rachel Lynn and Jeff Peiffer have a new Pennsylvania based show called Flipping Farms that's more than fixing places, it's about family and sharing the Go...

  • How to Argue Better | Align Life's Growing Mission

    Episode 309

    Jeff and the Morning Light Panel talk about blame and responsibility, and how both sides like to blame each other. Director Of Client Services with Align Life Ministries, Heidi Geerer, shares with Debra about how their ministry proclaims the Gospel and champions the sacredness of life.

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  • Is Self Care the New Religion? Lebanon Org Sees Life Transformation

    Episode 308

    The Morning Light Panel discusses personal wellness and selfceare during the holiday season. Bryan Smith, Executive Director of Lebanon County Christian Ministries and Miguel Rivera, a volunteer with the ministry, talk about how they are sharing the love of Jesus through food, shelter & connectio...

  • Dick Van Dyke’s Spiritual Quest | The Story Behind the Carols

    Episode 307

    Jeff and the Morning Light Panel discuss the life of Dick van Dyke, and how we should reflect on our own lives. Dr. Jeffrey Martin, Music Professor & Director Of Vocal Studies at Lancaster Bible College talks with Debra about some of the stories behind classic Christmas carols.

    Morning Light Pan...

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

    Episode 301

    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...

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

    Episode 284

    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

    Episode 269

    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

    Episode 268

    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

    Episode 257

    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

    Episode 254

    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

    Episode 239

    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.

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  • Morning Light Anniversary Special

    Episode 231

    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

  • Steven Curtis Chapman’s Hope; Countdown to Anchorage

    Episode 229

    The Morning Light Panel discuss the upcoming meeting with President Trump and President Putin, and the attempt for peace in Ukraine. And Debra interviews Christina music artist, Steven Curtis Chapman about his career and his non-profit for adopting children.

    Morning Light Panelists include:
    Alex...