Connections with Mike Thom and Colleen Houde

A life-limiting diagnosis, or even the ever-present dark cloud of a life-threatening food allergy, can be devastating for those affected. Where there are no concrete answers is where it’s natural to want them the most, and in his powerful true story, The Battle for Healing: How I Learned to Trust God and Fight to Triumph Over My Sickness, John Mouser chronicles his years of illness and his despera...

Human trafficking, it's a difficult conversation to have, but it's a topic that all families should be discussing Former Member of Parliament, Joy Smith says if family members and friends don't discuss this problem, they could also become victims. Smith has been fighting to end human trafficking for over 25 years. She first became aware of human trafficking from her police officer son, Edward, who...

It's hard to forgive after a tragic event. Some people will forgive easily while others will look to seek revenge. For Dr. Buck Blodgett, he founded the Love Is Greater Than Hate Project after his daughter was murdered in her home by a friend. It is an effort to end male violence against women. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Leadership comes in many forms, whether you’re a CEO of a large company, an entrepreneur building a small business, or a single parent struggling to run a family.  But Deke Copenhaver says strong leadership is lacking without a willingness to bring about change. Deke Copenhaver serves as principal of Copenhaver Consulting, LLC, and is the author of the book The Changemaker: The Art Of Building Bet...

For those of us who believe in Jesus Christ, we often still find it difficult to reach a deep connection with Him because we can't actually "see” him. Sam Hunter, author, teacher and host of 721 Live, the radio arm of 721 Ministries in Greenville, SC, shares his views on crucial issues facing Christians today in his new book, The Missing Link. For anyone who feels 'stuck' in their spiritual life b...

For children to understand and remember important life lessons, the delivery of the message needs to entertain them.  Justin Donner does a great job of tackling tough topics like bullying, stress, emotions, finances, socioeconomic differences and more in his new children's book, Ninja Cat: Whiskers of Choice. Kid-friendly dialogue, cute black and white illustrations that kids can colour, and warm...

Pain doesn't have to define us; it can instead transform us, shifting our focus away from ourselves and toward a life of helping others. Chaos to Clarity: Sacred Stories of Transformational Change, by Rev. Patricia Cagganello and award-winning author Kathleen O'Keefe-Kanavos, features inspirational stories from people around the world who emerged from difficult circumstances with an expanded compa...

It's February, a month when people think about their heart and the health of their heart on a more regular basis. One thing that has come to light recently is that heart disease is not only a men's health issue, but it is also something that is affecting women more commonly than we think. Heart disease is the most common cause of death for both women and men.

It’s Valentine’s Day, a time when couples use gifts and acts of kindness to show their love for one another. Dr. Patricia Janzen Loewen, assistant professor of history at Providence University College is helping us to understand the origins of Valentine's Day and why we celebrate it.

Couples with great marriages know one simple truth: the best marriages are made up of many everyday decisions that say, "I love you" rather than those that say, "I love me." When we put the other person first, even in little ways, we find true fulfillment. Lisa and Matt Jacobson have been together for over 25 years and are the proud parents of eight children. They're now using their own experience...

Many of us feel like sleep deprivation is just a part of life. It has become a badge of honour to have a packed schedule, a stressful life, and a solid caffeine addiction. But Dr. Charles Page wants us to reconsider this social norm and see sleep as the gift that God has given us. Sleep is essential, for both our physical and psychological health.

Bosco H. C. Poon, a.k.a. B.O.Z (Born Of Zion), was an aspiring recording artist who ended up in a Canadian federal prison. In his most hopeless moment, Jesus appeared before him, and his life was completely changed.

Bosco H. C. Poon, a.k.a. B.O.Z (Born Of Zion), was an aspiring recording artist who ended up in a Canadian federal prison. In his most hopeless moment, Jesus appeared before him, and his life was completely changed.

After serving in the Military Police Corps, T.S. Dismas faced health issues from injuries sustained while he served his country. After being exposed to toxic chemicals while in the military, and unknown to him, Dismas developed an autoimmune disease that would kill him. One night in August of 2016, Dismas suffered sudden heart failure and died for ten minutes.

Suzan Nguyen couldn't move her body. Couldn't open her mouth. Couldn't even blink her eyes to signal to those standing over her. She could hear the sirens. See the flashing lights. But she felt nothing. In the end, she would awake from her nightmare without her right arm, which had been severed above the elbow in a car accident. The trauma of the event proved life-altering for Nguyen, who was 22 a...

When Glynis is diagnosed with ovarian cancer, at first she doesn't believe it. But once she realizes this is not a nightmare and the tests are not lying, she finds herself on the verge of a decision-wallow in self pity or put on her big-girl stretchy pants and dance out loud.

Growing up in a loving home filled with joy, love and nourishment is something that everyone dreams of, but that's not always what happens. Christi Haag together with her husband, Dr. Jerry Haag, President and CEO of One More Child, is working hard to change that.

Christa K. Lynn passionately stands beside survivors of trafficking as they overcome vulnerabilities, obstacles and injustices to build dream-worthy lives. She earned her master’s degree from Liberty University, is a licensed mental health counsellor in the state of Florida, a certified clinical trauma professional and founded an organization providing direct services to adult trafficking survivor...

Lyme disease is a growing threat in Canada, with the number of reported cases continuing to rise each year. According to the Canadian Institutes of Health Research, in 2016, 992 cases were reported. In 2017, that number jumped drastically to 2025 cases.

Teresa Renkenberger knows all to well what it’s like to experience difficulties in life, and that’s a big reason why she works hard to help others. Now a successful realtor, Renkenberger has spent many a hours working with people experiencing homelessness in Flowood, Mississippi. Those long days led her to befriend one man by the name of Benny. She asked Benny how long it had been since he had had...

Often the most negative thing affecting a child’s self esteem is their own thoughts. Words have power and if a child listens to those negative voices in their head, they will end up being their own biggest bully! The Big, Bad Bully by Jack Canfield and Miriam Laundry features stunning artwork and is packed with helpful exercises that can help kids build a healthy self esteem.

It’s clear: in the past year, the world has become a less tolerant and less safe place for hundreds of millions of Christians around the world. That’s one of the findings of the latest World Watch List, Open Doors’ annual research into the 50 most dangerous nations to practice one’s faith as a Christian.

Arrested for attempted armed robbery at fifteen, author Chris Marchand has a good sense of what it means to live a godless life. His teen years were a shipwreck of substance abuse, imprisonment, and reckless living until Jesus got his attention through several of his faithful disciples. Thanks to that intervention, Marchand went on to earn a Doctor of Ministry degree and has served as a youth mini...