Community Spotlight

Ever wonder if your daughter is ready for the challenges of High School? That's where Shine Camp founder Debbie Presnell found herself when her daughter inspired her to start a Christian summer camp for girls. Hear how God has worked through Debbie Presnell, Meg Russ, and others to help young women each summer at Shine Camp held in Black Mountain, NC.

You may not know it, but behind the scenes, there is a growing industry that is destroying lives around the world. It's Human Trafficking. Legacy of Hope International, based in Asheville, focused on Cambodia is doing what they can to help. Learn how they're doing that today on Community Spotlight as Braxton speaks with Bren Journey from Legacy of Hope International.

What would you do if you had to leave your country and not know if you could ever come back to your home? That's reality for many who've fled Ukraine. Jeff Garrison has seen those effects on a personal level. He is living in Poland as a minstionary operating his online Bible resources website StudyLight.org. For years he and his family have partnered with churches in Ukraine to run summer Bible ca...

Ezekiel’s Journey 5K is dedicated to Ezekiel, the son of Nathanael and Kaytlin Morgan who passed away as a newborn. Mountain Area Pregnancy Services (MAPS) supported the family along their journey and now host this 5K fundraiser in his and their honor. This week they talk about the care that MAPS brings to families and how you can be involved in this year's 5K.

Telling the news through a Christian Worldview in 10 minutes. That's what World Watch is doing each weekday for kids and teens globally. Much like other short news programs, they tell the top stories each morning and through in some good news stories too. Michelle Schlavin (Like Slave-in), and Hannah Harris tell Braxton all that goes into producing the show each day today on Community Spotlight.

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As Easter approaches, we all look for ways to remind ourselves of what Christ did for us two thousand years ago. Did you know that a good way to do that is run a 5K? Today on Community Spotlight, Braxton catches up with Jane Canon and Bethany Bryson from The Carry Your Cross 5K as they talk about how to connect their community with Easter each year with their event. Because this is not your normal...

This week hear of what Western Carolina Rescue Ministries is doing for mothers battling addiction through their sister ministry Abbas House. You'll hear from Beckey Turchi as she shares how they meet physical and spiritual needs daily as they care for children and mothers.

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Kids everywhere carry things they should not have to. Some may be bullied, some could be depressed, others may have pressure from parents or friends, but the one thing that can help with any and all circumstances is Jesus. Lois Pemberton, the Director of Child Evangelism Fellowship for the Western Piedmont Region says kids today need the hope of Jesus now more than ever. Learn how your child can b...

Life the last few years has been stressful for all of us, especially kids. Fun just hasn't been the same for them and this week on Community Spotlight, Camp Cedar Cliff Director Tim Brady tells Braxton of the need kids have to get back outside with other kids. He also shares of his excitement he sees in the next generation of young leaders.

Ever struggled to put food on the table? It can be easy to take food for granted. But what happens when finding food is a struggle? Redd Martin knows that struggle all too well. That's why he and his wife Cassandra started "Sunday Dinner with a Twist", where each Sunday evening they go out to feed the homeless of Upstate South Carolina. Learn about this unique ministry on Community Spotlight where...

Is there a need for a foster care ministry in your church or community? There is a growing need for foster parents, but there also not many ministries to support those that are. This week, Braxton talks with Richard Cagle from First Baptist Church in Hendersonville, NC about his passion for foster care, and he shares how he helped start their ministry and gives tips for how you can too.

This week, Braxton chats with Miss Asheville 2022 McKenzie Justice about her faith journey. She shares how God used a challenging time to bring her to salvation and also inspire her to use her platform for the gospel.

Ten years ago, Kristina Killebrew noticed too many students were missing school dances because they couldn't afford things like a dress, tux, shoes, jewelry, or makeup. So, she started Second Chance Prom Ministry out of Rio Revolution Church in Maryville, TN. People donate anything a student could use for a school dance making going to the event possible for many in East Tennessee. This years even...

What do drug or alcohol abuse also have in common with too much social media, overeating, or lust? The answer is, they all have potential to become addictive in our lives. So, whatever it is for you, how do you drill down and find the root cause, and then find healing? That's what today's guests, Lenny Owens and Rich Riesz, discuss with Braxton on Community Spotlight. Learn how they both overcame...

Haywood County Sheriff Greg Christopher joins Braxton and shares how he revitalized the Haywood County Jail Ministry in 2013 and gives insight to the key components to how they saw growth and community change. Following some simple steps in your community, can help you see the same.

Unplanned pregnancy, crime, fatherless homes, addiction to drugs and alcohol. All of these issues and more are on the rise in our communities and you may have noticed. What will it take to see real change? Alex Williams from Fostering Hopes says it could be as simple as the local church getting more involved in foster care - what could be one of the main root causes to many of our communities prob...

Do the holidays ever put a strain on your relationships with friends or family? They sure can be a challenge sometimes can't they? Well, what are some things you can do today that will help those relationships tomorrow? Kris Swiatocho from Intentional Relationships is here to lend a hand! Listen today as she explains to Braxton the importance of sharing our thoughts and feelings with each other. T...

Do you know all that the Salvation Army does throughout the year? It's not only collecting money at the local grocery store - they provide food, shelter, and rent assistance to thousands each year. Cam Henderson and Noreen Norton join Braxton this week to share all that the Salvation Army does year round, but also recap how the kettle fundraisers went this year.

Did you know that more than two billion people worldwide don't have access to clean water? It's a staggering number that you may not have been aware of - and if so, you'll want to listen this week to Community Spotlight as Braxton talks with Deirdre Martin and Bill Moore about this crisis and what their ministry Water Mission is doing to help. Bill shares what his team in Knoxville, Tennessee is d...

Braxton gets to meet and chat with new President and CEO of Advent Health Hendersonville and learn a little about him and his passion for healthcare. They also discuss the importance of mental health and keeping it a high priority in your work environment.

A few years ago Cortney Donelson, a Charlotte, NC author, found herself in a very uncomfortable situation when she learned her husband had multiple affairs behind her back. She easily could have lived a life filled with anger, bitterness, and sorrow - but instead she did the unexpected...she trusted God with her situation and now wants to help you in yours. Listen today on Community Spotlight as B...

Bill Campbell believes that getting back into routine Bible Study is how a worldwide revival will take place. Are we committed to doing it ourselves though? Today on Community Spotlight, Braxton talks with Bill about his ministry "Scripture Awakening" and their tool "Bible in 90 Days Plus". A simple way you and your Bible Study group can read through the Bible in just three months. It's easier tha...

Ever gone through a time when you felt alone? Unwanted...misunderstood? The last year and a half has brought up emotions like that for many. This week on Community Spotlight, Meg Russ from Second Mile Counseling, says that simply talking with someone goes a long way. When friends you thought you could count on may have forgotten about you, Meg wants to be that person to stand with you in the valle...