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Tommy McGregor, Founder of The Transmission ministry that helps students in the transition between high school and college, discussed some aspects of the ministry, as well as the Transition Conference 2014 at Christ Community Church in Montgomery on January 25. He will speak at the conference, along with Guy Chmieleski, Christy Wright, and Jonathan Morrow. Learn more at www.thetransmission.org.

Dr. Robert Stewart, Professor at New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary, offered some comments on the so-called "new atheism", in advance of his appearance at the SALT Apologetics Conference, presented by Tactical Faith at First Baptist Church of Montgomery 1/18-19/14. Learn more at www.tacticalfaith.com.

Jimmy DeYoung of "Prophecy Today" related information about news from the Middle East in light of Biblical prophecy, including new instances of violence in Iraq, a quote from an Iranian cleric about nuclear weaponry, and update from Egypt, and the Pope's visit to the Holy Land later this year. The website address is www.prophecytoday.com.

Author and Women of Faith speaker Sheila Walsh, author of "God's Little Princess Bedtime Devotional", shared some background about the overall series and some of the messages to little girls that she wanted to communicate in this devotional book. For more information on Sheila and her ministry, go to www.sheilawalsh.com.

Melissa Henson, Director of Grassroots Activism & Education for the Parents Television Council, discussed a new report from the PTC about the levels of violence seen on broadcast and cable television, and a disparity of ratings between similar shown on broadcast and cable. Learn more at www.parentstv.org.

Theologian, former pastor, and author Dr. Gene Getz, Director of the Center for Church Renewal, discussed the project that he compiled called, "The Life Essentials Bible", which has 1500 life principles upon which he has elaborated, as well as links to video teaching. You can learn more at www.lebible.com.

Christian musical artist Steven Curtis Chapman discussed the background behind the album project, "The Glorious Unfolding", as well as the stories behind several of the songs. He also updated listeners on the ministry of Show Hope, helping families in the adoption process. Learn more online at www.stevencurtischapman.com.

The second of 2 podcasts featuring the "Top 10 Topics of 2013" impacting the Christian community. Topics covered: 5) Boy Scouts controversy over admitting openly gay members, formation of Trail Life USA 4) My Hope with Billy Graham spreads gospel 3) Pope Benedict resigns, Pope Francis selected 2) Affordable Care Act issues, including HHS contraception mandate and abortion funding 1) Supreme Court strikes down part of DOMA, rules that those attempting to defend the California marriage amendment are ineligible to do so

The first of 2 podcasts featuring the "Top 10 Topics of 2013" impacting the Christian community. Topics covered: 10) Transitions in leadership regarding international religious freedom 9) Unrest in the Middle East: transition in Egypt, civil war in Syria 8) IRS places conservative and religious organizations under increased scrutiny 7) Gosnell trial raises awareness about the brutality of abortion 6) Concern over religious freedom in the military

Kim Trobee, Producer and Co-Host for the daily CitizenLink radio feature heard twice daily on Faith Radio, discussed a variety of recent stories, including court action involving the contraception mandate under the Affordable Care Act, as well as 2 situations involving children being restricted from expressing Christmas greetings to veterans in VA medical centers in Texas and Georgia. Learn more at www.citizenlink.com.