Community Bridge

Family Radio producer Ryan Jump struggled with bullying; bipolar depression; and losing his mom, Barbara, to brain cancer. But God used Ryan's hardships to create the short film, The Silent Adversary. You can share the story! Jesus is greater than everything—even cancer!

Bullied as a kid, Ryan struggled greatly and with bipolar depression. His mother was his "lighthouse," pointing him to Christ even while fighting cancer. Hear Family Radio's Ryan Jump, Community Bridge producer and writer of The Silent Adversary Film, share his story of victory over mental illness!

What do you enjoy seeing most during Christmastime? Bright, colorful lights? Watching children unwrap gifts? For blind friends, experiencing Christmas is a different—but no less special—sensory experience! Chris Danielsen, National Federation of the Blind , shares how you can advocate for your blind or low vision friends this Christmas and year-round.

Do you feel uncomfortable around someone on a street corner who appears to be down and out? Whether housed or not, we're all human. Paul Schmitz, executive director of Shower Up , shares how you can build relationships, restore hope and dignity, and show God's love to the needy during the holidays and throughout the year.

What does Scripture say about dancing? Dancing is a big part of holiday tradition, from Christmas pageants to the  Nutcracker. Mary Bawden, Christian dance educator and advocate, shares healthy, age-appropriate dance guidelines to protect children.

Alex had lost almost everyone and everything by the age of 9. He was living in an orphanage when he received the shoebox that would transform his life forever. Samaritan's Purse Spokesman Alex Nsengimana shares how Alex met Jesus, and how God can use you to reach even more children!    

Can you imagine Thanksgiving without any food to eat? Thankfully, for those who would otherwise go hungry, there are nonprofits making a difference. Jenny Burkhiser and other Community Bridge reporters review those nonprofits and share how you can get involved locally!  

Serving in the Gulf War, Andy prayed for the chance to combine his service to his country with his service to his Lord. God answered! Today, Andy serves military families through Good News Clubs! Listen to Andy Bunn, Military Children's Ministry director, Child Evangelism Fellowship, s hare how you also can support veterans.

When you pray—how do you know that God is listening? And if you were sure that God heard you, would you pray differently? Rachel Wojo, speaker, podcaster, and author of Desperate Prayers , shares how you can pour out your heart to God and KNOW He's listening.

Just as Esther was called to help save the Jewish people, so the daughter of civil rights activist Rev. A. D. King felt called for such a time as this.   Hear Dr. Alveda C. King, AFPI Center for the American Dream, share about civil rights for the unborn.  

"The wave" at a packed football game is spectacular. But imagine a PRAYER wave! Hope Hines, sportscaster, motivational speaker, and national director, The Great American Prayer Night, s hares how you can be part of a prayer wave on November 4th across the nation.

How can you be a peace giver at the polls on November 5th? Adelle Banks, award-winning journalist, Religion News Service, equips you to help keep polling places calm, especially in battleground states.

Hurricane Helene has been devastating for so many living on or near the USA southeastern coastline. Have you wondered what you can do to help? Ethan Forhetz, VP of Public Engagement, Convoy of Hope , shares how you can make a difference.

How much does God's Word, the Bible, influence your political opinions, conversations, and actions? Pastor George Grant, author and pastor of Parish Presbyterian Church (Franklin, TN), shares how you can bring Jesus to your community in politically charged times

Tina was homeless and hungry—a runaway foster child sleeping in a plastic tube slide. What could you do or say to help her? Today, she's a successful real estate agent, helping others find the hope in Jesus she found. Hear her story and get involved!

Your retirement can be a tool to bless others! How? You can use your IRA-required minimum distribution to invest and have a lasting impact in God's Kingdom. Brian Miller, private wealth advisor, The Bahnsen Group, shares   how.

Elections are around the corner! How does that make you feel? Overwhelmed? Hopeful? Fearful? Here's the grounding truth—God is always in control. And your conversations, influence, and exercising your right to vote can make a God-honoring difference! Alex McFarland, youth, religion and culture expert, and founder of Alex McFarland Ministries shares how you can be salt and light in the world this e...

Are you single? The Apostle Paul said being single is a calling—a gift from God! Lisa Anderson, director of Boundless , a ministry of  Focus on the Family, and host of  the Boundless Podcast , talks about how singles are needed and valued in the life of God's church.

How can you have the best possible relationships with your church family?  Dr. Josh Zeichik, former pastor and director of church engagement, Focus on the Family , shares how you can evaluate and improve relationships through the Bible to best glorify God in your church.

Imagine you're sitting in church when someone says to you, "I struggle with mental health and addiction." Dr. Karl Benzio, board certified psychiatrist and medical director of the American Association of Christian Counselors , shares how you can help others "unbind" their minds through the power of Jesus Christ!

You met Jesus and He saved you—praise God! But now you're wrestling against your old mind. How can you "unbind" from psychological baggage to overcome addictions and mental health struggles? Dr. Karl Benzio, board certified psychiatrist and medical director of the American Association of Christian Counselors , shares his insight.

Unplanned pregnancies can be so frightening—but they don't have to be.  Nicole Hunt, Attorney and Life Issues Analyst, Daily Citizen , shares how to love, serve, and pursue justice for women in your community. Give hope and compassionate care through a local pregnancy resource center today!

Do your emotions ever want to "take over?" Recently, a very popular movie touched on teen emotions and the importance of emotional health.  Adam Holz, director of Plugged In , a Focus on the Family publication, shares what teenagers deal with today and how you can help!

Lyda was only four years old when she was sold into slavery. But God still had a plan for her life. He rescued this little Cambodian girl using a Christian couple, a shoebox, and The Greatest Journey Discipleship Program from Samaritan's Purse. Here's her story of forgiveness!

"Doing a "180"—not just a skateboarding trick. It means turning away from a destructive path—and turning to Jesus Christ!  Kyle Roth, community engagement director and Jonathon McKeehan, Denver men's program director, 180 Ministries , share their stories from hopeless addiction to true freedom in Jesus—freedom available to you!