The Good Life With Dr Danny
The Good Life with Dr. Danny serves the New England Christian community and beyond by producing talk-shows that edify believers to love and good deeds, while offering outreach resources that feature people’s stories. The Good Life with Dr. Danny is a program of Danny Yamashiro Ministries and Formation Institute, divisions of Jesus Christ is Calling You, Inc. Foundational Scripture: Who is wise and understanding among you? Let him show it by his good life, by deeds done in the humility that comes from wisdom. James 3:13
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Wednesday Jan 04, 2023
Wednesday Jan 04, 2023
"Pitching Breakthrough"
Caleb Wurster
Instagram @caleb_w921
What does it feel like to be drafted by the Miami Marlins? Where is God in the pursuit to compete at the highest level? How does grounding in faith and trust in God’s word provide focus to steward the gifts one has received? Caleb Wurster speaks of discovery, talent, achievement, and persistence – while relying on the Lord’s strength.
Caleb Wurster was born in Brockton, Massachusetts and grew up in Coventry, Rhode Island. A left-handed pitcher for the University of Connecticut Huskies where he majored in environmental engineering, he was drafted in the 15th round by the Miami Marlins in 2021. He is the son of Mark and Kimberly Wurster. He has four brothers and two sisters.
Tuesday Jan 03, 2023
Tuesday Jan 03, 2023
"The Jenney"
Leo and Nancy Martin
www.thejenney.org
Why would someone dedicate their life to preserving the Christian heritage of the America? This is the story of Leo and Nancy Martin. On one hand they have been captivated by a vision to educate locals and visitors about the founding of America. On the other hand they captivate audiences through the gifted visuals and story-telling of Leo’s tours of Plymouth and Nancy’s attention to detail at The Jenney.
Leo Martin is an educator and expert on the early history of the United States. He has been called “the last God-fearing guide in historic Plymouth, Massachusetts.” Leo maintains that the Pilgrims and Founding Fathers established “one nation under God,” founded on Judeo-Christian values. Leo and his wife Nancy speak on a variety of subjects relating to the Pilgrims and the founding of our country. They have been married for over forty years and have three grown children and four grandchildren.
Monday Jan 02, 2023
Monday Jan 02, 2023
"Crystal Peaks Youth Ranch"
Kim Meeder
www.crystalpeaksyouthranch.org
What happened to a girl whose life was torn apart at the age of nine by her parents' murder-suicide? Kim Meeder has since chosen to rise above the pain and become a powerful influence in the lives of many disadvantaged youth. On the day of her parents' funeral, Kim experienced the special emotional comfort a horse could provide. This healing refuge became the foundation for all that was to follow. Through the love of a little mare and a merciful God, Kim's life was saved.
In 1995, Kim and her husband Troy made the decision to transform their 9-acre cinder quarry into a ranch for kids. Crystal Peaks Youth Ranch (CPYR) was born. This unique non-profit organization rescues abused and neglected horses and nurtures them back to health. These same horses are then used in the ranch's riding program for children. Approximately 85% of the children who come to CPYR are disadvantaged in some way. The ranch focuses on individual instruction for each participant with one leader, one child and one horse, free of charge. Having assisted in the rescue of more than 300 horses, CPYR currently supports 25 to 30 horses and welcomes four to five thousand visitors every year. The ranch also works closely with nearly all local youth and family organizations. Although the ranch activities are designed for "at risk" youth, all children are welcome. Kim Meeder is an accomplished speaker and has addressed audiences across the country from churches and book clubs to U.S. Government policy councils and a portion of the U.S. Senate in Washington, D.C.
Friday Dec 30, 2022
Friday Dec 30, 2022
"The Point of Faith"
Jack Pelon
www.am91.org
How does God lead a man from Denver to Siloam Springs, Arkansas then back to Denver including service in the Vietnam War at the height of the conflict? And where did God situate him to spread the good news of Jesus Christ? This is the story of Jack Pelon, a wise and gentle leader from decades of broadcasting, he is anointed by God’s Spirit for such a time as this.
Jack Pelon is the General Manager of am91 KPOF “The Point of Faith” in Denver, Colorado. Jack is a graduate of the University of Denver; he began is broadcast career in 1969 before serving as General Manager for multiple stations before accepting his post at am91 in 2002. Located literally in “The Big Red Castle,” the site is one of the most beautiful locations of a radio station. Jack is married to Beth. They have one married daughter and two grandchildren.
Wednesday Dec 28, 2022
Wednesday Dec 28, 2022
"Miracle Mile Ministries"
Sam Acevedo
www.miraclemileministries.com
Where is Miracle Mile? How does God take a man who was the first in his family to graduate from college, then earn a law degree? This is the story of Sam Acevedo, a lawyer, educational leader, and pastor, a narrative of persistence, love, celebration and hope for the lost and hurting. A life resonant of Ecclesiastes 3, “a time to dance” even with tambourines.
Sam Acevedo is the Pastor for Social Transformation at the Congregación León de Judá in Boston, Massachusetts. In that capacity, Pastor Sam serves as the Executive Minister overseeing Miracle Mile Ministries. He served as the Executive Director of the Boston Higher Education Resource Center (HERC) since its founding in 1999. He holds a bachelor’s degree from Stetson University and a J.D., cum laude, from Boston College Law School. He is married to Marina.
Tuesday Dec 27, 2022
Tuesday Dec 27, 2022
"UniteBoston"
Rev. Kelly Fassett
www.uniteboston.com
What does a person do after visiting different churches and noticing the disconnectedness between Christian groups? Especially after observing so many amazing events in the Body of Christ while others did not know what was happening, or how interaction might match their interests and passions? This is the story of Rev. Kelly Fassett, who has a uniting vision for Boston in the spirit of Psalm 133:1, “How good and pleasant it is when God’s people live together in unity!”
Rev. Kelly Fassett is the Executive Director for UniteBoston and is the catalyst for UniteBoston’s bridge-building work throughout Christians in the region. She earned a certificate in Christian Foundations from Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary. Her Master of Divinity in Global and Community Engagement is from Boston University. Kelly is married to Andrew - both ordained with the American Baptist Churches of Massachusetts. They have two daughters: Abigail and Elyse.
Monday Dec 26, 2022
Monday Dec 26, 2022
"All Things Possible"
Victor Marx
www.victormarx.com
As a child, Victor Marx survived 4 abusive stepfathers, while attending 14 schools and living in 17 houses by the time he graduated from high school. He found discipline in life from martial arts earning his 7th degree black belt. He also served in the United States Marine Corps. Today, Victor lives out the words of Jesus in Matthew 19:26 that "with God all things are possible."
After going into his first juvenile facility to share his story with a group of incarcerated kids in 2002, Victor founded All Things Possible Ministries (ATP), a faith based organization that works on a global scale to free children from abuse and the effects of its trauma. Victor’s story is chronicled in his autobiography, The Victor Marx Story. He is married to Eileen.
Friday Dec 23, 2022
Friday Dec 23, 2022
"C12 Forums"
Kyle Keldsen
www.joinc12.com
How does it feel to look back on life and see that from the very beginning God was preparing you for what you do today? This is the story of Kyle Keldsen, whose first job during college was owned by a Christian, and so it has gone, with believers either leading the companies he has worked for or believers bringing him in. Reminding us of Proverbs 16:9 “We make our plans, but the Lord determines our steps.”
Kyle Keldsen is a Chair and Business Forum Leader in the Center of New England Area of C12 where he serves business leaders in New Hampshire and Massachusetts. While much of his work has been with Fortune 500 companies, Kyle has had extensive experience serving SMB (Small to Midsize Business) firms. He graduated from Eastern Nazarene College in business and completed executive programs at Boston University, University of Chicago, and Harvard University. He is married to Leslie.
Thursday Dec 22, 2022
Thursday Dec 22, 2022
"A Spirit of Excellence"
Ronnie Glenn
www.linkedin.com/in/ronaldgglenn
What might God do in and through a man from Florida, who works toward precision in athletics, academics, and the corporate world? This is the story of Ronnie Glenn who has pursued his gifts and calling all the while with a sensitive and humble heart before God. Like Daniel in chapter 6 verse 3 who “became distinguished…because an excellent spirit was in him,” God’s hand is on Ronnie and his family.
Ronnie Glenn is a Regional Supervisor at Major League Baseball. Ronnie was an All-Ivy League pitcher at the University of Pennsylvania before being drafted by the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim. He earned his bachelor’s degree cum laude from Penn in Political Economy with a minor in International Development. He received his MBA from Quantic School of Business and Technology. He is married to Jonlyn, a nurse practitioner. They have two daughters: Natalie and Annie.
Wednesday Dec 21, 2022
Wednesday Dec 21, 2022
"Hope in the Glory of Christ"
Dr. Johnson Pang
www.ccalliance.com
How does the glory of God help us in the difficult times? Why does God take a man who grew up in Los Angeles, California to Louisville, Kentucky to Baltimore, Maryland? This is the story of Dr. Johnson Pang, a biblical scholar and a man with a heart for missions who serves as a pastor. As in Philippians 1:26 his prayer is that God would use him and his family so others will have “ample cause to glory in Christ.”
Dr. Johnson Pang is the Executive Pastor of Discipleship at Community Christian Alliance Church in the San Fernando Valley of Los Angeles, California. He graduated from UCLA with a degree in Economics, earned his Master of Divinity from The Master’s Seminary and his Master of Theology and Doctor of Philosophy from Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. He is married to Emily. God has given them three children and taken one home.