God And Our Dogs with Meg Grier

Join host Meg Grier on "God and Our Dogs" as she welcomes Baron Wiley, Boerne Radio's top cheerleader and the dad of Bernie the dog. In this heartwarming New Year episode, Baron and Meg share holiday highlights, including Baron's incredible interview with Jimmy Hawkins from "It's a Wonderful Life." Meg reflects on how watching a rescue puppy learn boundaries and trust reminded her of childlike fai...

Join host Meg Grier on "God and Our Dogs" as she welcomes Ross Powell, founder of Hope for Hounds and Vice President of Canines for Christ. In this special "Pawndering" episode, Ross and Meg reflect on a touching rescue dog story from Chris Webb, exploring themes of trust, healing, and the parallels between our relationships with dogs and our faith in God. The conversation delves into overcoming p...

In this episode of "God and Our Dogs," host Meg Grier welcomes Stan Leech, athletic director for Boerne ISD and a celebrated Texas high school basketball coach. The show features a story from Jennifer Hill, known as the "dog walking lady," who shares how her daily walks with her dogs became a ministry of connection, prayer, and perseverance. Stan and Meg discuss the impact of small, consistent act...

Join host Meg Grier on "God and Our Dogs" as she welcomes Amy Story, President and CEO of the Boerne Kendall County Economic Development Corporation. Amy shares heartfelt stories about her five dogs, focusing on the adventurous journey of Hondo, a Springer Spaniel who went missing for eight days. Through community support, perseverance, and a few unexpected twists, Hondo’s story becomes a to...

Discover a new perspective on faith and relationships through the lens of our connections with dogs. In this episode of "God and Our Dogs," host Meg Grier welcomes Lorie Diller, entrepreneur and creator of Eden’s Promise, to reflect on a heartfelt story from guest Stacey Almiguer, they explore themes of trust, service, regret, and the unconditional love that mirrors God’s relationship...

Join host Meg Grier on "God and Our Dogs" as she welcomes Joe Carroll, co-founder and International Training Director of Biblical Leadership for Excellence (BLE). In this episode, Joe shares heartfelt and humorous stories about his beagle, Chiefy, and the lessons learned about boundaries, responsibility, forgiveness, and trust—both in family life and the workplace. Discover how our relations...

This episode of "God and Our Dogs" features Sheriff Al Auxier and Deputy Michelle Quaid from the Kendall County Sheriff's Department in Texas. The discussion centers on the department's holistic approach to mental health, the role of dogs—especially Canine Renee—in supporting both officers and the community, and the positive impact of animal-assisted interventions in law enforcement an...

In this episode of "God and Our Dogs," host Meg Grier welcomes Dennis Blocker, a war dog trainer, handler, and author of "The Dogs I've Known in Two Wars: Iraq and Afghanistan." Dennis shares fascinating stories about training war dogs, the special bond between handlers and their dogs, and how these experiences have deepened his faith. The conversation explores the parallels between recognizing su...

This episode of "God and Our Dogs" with host Meg Grier features a bonus conversation with veterinarian Marissa Klein. They discuss the purpose and gifts of dogs, how pets have provided emotional support especially during challenging times like COVID, and how these experiences relate to understanding our own purpose and spiritual gifts. The conversation draws parallels between the roles of dogs and...

In this episode of "God and Our Dogs," host Meg Grier welcomes guest Robin Lowman to reflect on the ways we can rely on God as our dogs rely on us. The show features a story from LouAnn Wagner about the protective and comforting role her childhood dogs played in her family. Meg and Robin discuss themes of trust, grace, and the difference between striving for approval and resting in God’s unc...

In this episode of "God and Our Dogs" on Boerne Radio, host Meg Grier welcomes John Tipton, a private investigator and host of the Texas Examiner. John shares heartfelt stories about his dog Festus, discussing the lessons learned from Festus’s journey with diabetes, the bond between dogs and their families, and how these experiences have deepened his faith. The conversation explores themes o...

Welcome to "God and Our Dogs" on Boerne Radio! In this episode, host Meg Grier explores the theme of encouragement through stories from guests Dan Liberto and Mandy Jones. Discover how our relationships with dogs can teach us about giving and receiving encouragement, building community, and deepening our faith. Listen as Dan and Mandy share personal stories, biblical insights, and practical tips f...

In this episode of "God and Our Dogs," host Meg Grier welcomes Angie Lewis, Senior Vice President of Commercial Lending at Encore Bank in San Antonio. Angie shares the touching story of her family’s rescue dog, Gracie, and how Gracie brought comfort, healing, and faith during challenging times. The conversation explores themes of resilience, trust, and the unexpected ways God provides what w...

In this episode of "God and Our Dogs," host Meg Grier welcomes Ross Powell, founder of Hope for Hounds and Vice President of Canines for Christ, to ponder the ways we can rely on God as our dogs rely on us. The show features a touching rescue dog story from Chris Webb, exploring themes of trust, healing, and transformation. Ross shares his own experiences with dog adoption, the importance of trust...

In this episode of "God and Our Dogs," host Meg Grier welcomes Melanie Bostic, General Manager of Community Impact Newspaper. Melanie shares heartfelt stories about her dogs, Sydnee and Lacey, exploring themes of trust, transformation, and the parallels between caring for dogs and our relationship with God. The conversation covers the challenges and rewards of adopting a rescue dog, the importance...

In this episode of "God and Our Dogs," host Meg Grier explores the theme of "Dogs and Kids." Featuring stories from Carol and Mike Schultz, and Kate Dalton, the episode highlights how family dogs teach children responsibility, love, and the importance of caring for others. The guests share personal memories of their childhood dogs, reflecting on how these experiences shaped family bonds and offere...

Join host Meg Grier on "God and Our Dogs" as she welcomes Debi Watson, Communications Director for Hill Country Daily Bread Ministries. Debi shares heartfelt stories about her rescue dogs—Pixel, Remy, and Charlotte—and the lessons they teach about comfort, persistence, and unconditional love. Discover how these dog stories reflect God’s constant presence, guidance, and non-judgme...

In this episode of "God and Our Dogs," host Meg Grier welcomes Jessica Zintgraf Garcia, a compassionate staff nurse at Hill Country Pregnancy Care Center. Jessica shares heartfelt stories about her Siberian Husky, Chomper, and how his journey from energetic puppy to beloved family member mirrors lessons of trust, adaptability, and unconditional love. The conversation explores parallels between car...

In this episode of "God and Our Dogs," host Meg Grier welcomes Dave Bevero, renowned breeder and trainer of British and Irish Labrador retrievers, and host of the Global Retriever Podcast. Dave shares entertaining stories about his early bird dogs, offers expert advice on conditioning and training hunting dogs, and discusses the importance of steadiness, boundaries, and teamwork between dogs and t...

In this episode of "God and Our Dogs," host Meg Grier welcomes Stan Leech, athletic director for Boerne ISD and a celebrated Texas high school basketball coach. The show features a story from Jennifer Hill, known as the "dog walking lady," who shares how her daily walks with her dogs became a ministry of connection, prayer, and perseverance. Stan and Meg discuss the impact of small, consistent act...

Welcome to the Season 5 premiere of "God and Our Dogs" with host Meg Greer! In this episode, Meg is joined by Baron Wiley, Boerne Radio’s top cheerleader and proud dog dad. Together, they share heartfelt stories about rescue dogs, faith, healing, and the lessons we learn from our canine companions. Discover how our relationships with dogs can deepen our understanding of God’s love, pur...

Discover how the unconditional love and resilience of our dogs can teach us about faith, contentment, and overcoming life’s challenges. In this episode of "God and Our Dogs," host Meg Grier is joined by Jill Powell, National Board President for Canines for Christ, to reflect on a touching story about Agnes Hubbard’s dog, Lizzie. Despite facing a debilitating condition, Lizzie’s j...

In this episode of "God and Our Dogs," host Meg Greer welcomes guest Joe Davis to a special "Pawnder" show. Together, they reflect on a touching dog story from Tommy Matthews, exploring themes of patience, longing, and the spiritual lessons we can learn from our relationships with dogs. The conversation weaves together personal anecdotes, biblical references, and insights about faith, stillness, a...

Discover a new perspective on life, faith, and purpose through heartfelt stories about dogs and their impact on our lives. Host Meg Grier welcomes guests Curtis Bissonett and Dennis Blocker, who share powerful experiences about hunting, family, and working with war dogs. Learn how our relationships with dogs can teach us about trust, transformation, and the meaning of life, and how these lessons c...

In this episode, Meg Grier talks with Ross Powell from Canines for Christ and Tommy Price, retired Bernie ISD Superintendent. The theme revolves around 'Loving and Serving Others,' inspired by 1 John 3:18. Ross shares stories of his therapy dogs, Molly and Rocco, providing hope and comfort in their unique ways, while Tommy reflects on the impactful love and guidance he received as a youth and how...