SPIRIT 105.3 Moments

Tulip Town is bursting at the seams with peak bloom, showing off a dazzling 85% of its flowers in full technicolor glory! The weather's playing nice, hanging out in the sixties and planning to tiptoe up to seventy by Good Friday. The town's buzzing with excitement for Easter weekend, with egg hunts and surprise cameos by the Easter Bunny, ensuring a hopping good time for all!

Easter baskets are traditionally filled with chocolate bunnies, jelly beans… and lots of love. As we remember and celebrate the greatest act of love this Holy Week - Jesus dying for our sins and rising again - Seattle’s Union Gospel Mission is reminding our homeless neighbors just how loved they are! Join Scott Cleveland and Erica for a conversation that will fill your heart with joy. Be part of t...

Dave Frey dives into the wild world of fatherhood, sharing tales of spotting his quirks in his kiddos and leaning on faith when the going gets tough. His album "Looking Up" is all about letting go and trusting the process, with a heavy sprinkle of gratitude even when life throws curveballs. Dave's all about community and staying in the moment, dodging the chaos of modern life. Click PLAY for detai...

Meet Nate Stone, the brains behind Spir Candle Co. When the pandemic hit, he and his wife swapped event planning for candle crafting to light up new paths for young men with past incarceration. Fueled by Nate's pastoral flair, their mission radiates community support, healing, and personal growth. The name "Spir" is their beacon of hope, aiming to create uplifting vibes. Their all-natural candles...

Erica chats with Hope Darst about her new song "Mighty Name of Jesus." Hope shares the inspiration behind the song, emphasizing its roots in her personal experiences as a worship leader and a mother praying for her daughter's healing. The song serves as a prayer and declaration for believers, filled with scripture and the power of Jesus' name. Click PLAY to listen in to their conversation!

Happy National Pet Day! Congratulations to Bertie and her pup, Jaina Solo, for winning our Pet Spotlight Contest! Jaina Solo will be receiving a specialty gift basket filled with treats and toys for all their adventures, thanks to Robert Gardner Roofing!

Jason entered the party scene at 17. After years in a cycle of addiction and homelessness, he was introduced to our Search + Rescue team. Today, Jason has been clean more than 10 years, is married, and is the father of four, and is in a church community that has “blessed [his] socks off”. Get more information at ugm.org

A heartfelt congratulations to Christina from Renton, whose March Gladness has truly touched our hearts! I am a Special Education teacher working with the most severely impacted students, and every time one of my students has a breakthrough with their learning, no matter what size the win is, it is still a win for them, and I am so glad to be a part of their lives and having the opportunity and bl...

Congrats to Jenifer, our first Second Chances recipient! She and her husband will be receiving $1500 to help pay off their credit card debt so they can focus on blessing their 6 year old granddaughter who is now in their care! May the Lord richly bless you and your family, Jenifer! Click PLAY to listen in on the phone call with Erica letting Jenifer know she had been chosen as the Second Chances r...

I was able to represent Spirit 105.3 at the NCAA Tournament in Seattle this weekend! Caleb Love led his Arizona team to a comeback victory over Oregon on Sunday night and he credited his relationship with Lord for helping him stay calm even when his team was down by 15 points.  Cool to see God being glorified on one of the biggest stages in sports! -Max from the Morning Show

AJ's story will remind you that God hears every prayer, the smallest whisper... even a silent cry from your heart. Click PLAY to remember YOU ARE LOVED!

Coach Ken Bone has spent his life on the sidelines of basketball courts here in the northwest... and on the frontlines too, as a Christ follower, impacting his students with the faith and hope he found as a young man. He coached at Seattle Pacific University, U Dub, Washington State, Portland State, and Gonzaga... and which school was his favorite? The answer is a slam dunk! Join Coach, Erica, and...

Erica has a sit down chat with Megan Woods, a rising star in Christian music, to discuss her hit song "The Truth," which has topped charts in 35 countries. She shares her journey of finding her identity in Christ, overcoming feelings of unworthiness, and using "identity scripture" for guidance. A beautiful young woman, inside and out, and filled with wisdom.  Click PLAY for a beautiful conversatio...

Officer Caren Gibbs, a correctional officer whose name reflects her caring nature, shares her journey from working in a mental health hospital during COVID to becoming a correctional officer,  fueled by her unshakeable faith. With her toolkit of prayer and scripture, she’s on a mission to bring Jesus and hope to inmates and staff alike, making a lasting difference that echoes through eternity. Cli...

I met Ryan George in a Sunday School class at Blue Ridge Community Church in Virginia. I think. Or was it the parking lot where he so often helped our church families safely park their cars? I don't know. But what I do know is that Ryan lives every second of the life God gives him. He experiences no shortage of deep breaths and breath-stealing moments. Come on an adventure with us today... and by...

Something beautiful and bold has been going down at Canyon Hills Community Church in Bothell, and their worship pastor is with us to talk about it this morning. Welcome Pastor Andy!

Rachael Sparwasser, the tulip-loving co-captain of Tulip Town in Skagit County, shares her journey in acquiring the beloved tulip farm and keeping its magic alive. She shares how carrying on the founders' dream—especially after one of them passed—has filled her with purpose. She's all about crafting unforgettable memories [i.e. Easter Egg hunt!] for visitors while juggling the wild ride of ownersh...

Did you read The Chronicles of Narnia when you were a kid? Maybe you're like me and you'll read them for the rest of your life. The seven books written by CS Lewis tell the tale of a Lion named Aslan, who represents Jesus Christ and what he came to do in our world. Listen to this: "I Am in Your World, said Aslan, but there I have another name. You must learn to know me by that name. This was the v...

Seven families from King's Schools, our sister ministry in Shoreline, just traveled to Mexico to give one family a new beginning. They partnered with Homes of Hope and accomplished the task together in ONE WEEKEND! They spread a lot of paint... and the love of Jesus in beautiful, generous ways. The Hanbergs were one of the amazing families on this adventure. We love them! Channah Hanberg is the VP...

Crowder is here to talk about his latest hit, "Somebody Prayed", a soulful piece of work prompted by a health scare facing his dad. With a heart as big as his talent, he is showering gratitude on you, his fans, and gives an exclusive peek into his personal and spiritual journey. Click PLAY to hear it all.

What a Night (to Shine)! We’re so glad to celebrate with 200 Honored Guests, and grateful to serve alongside 300 volunteers! Max had so much fun chatting it up with our Honored Guests. We met both old and new friends, including our Home For The Holidays winners! And you might recognize sweet Sophie from last year - she is doing much better after her surgery PTL!

Mike Nawrocki, the genius behind VeggieTales, takes us on a whimsical ride through his storytelling escapades, from the theater stage to crafting beloved pals like Larry the Cucumber! Erica shares how VeggieTales sprinkled joy into her family during some tough patches. He's back with a "nutty" new project, The Dead Sea Squirrels, where ancient squirrels swing into modern shenanigans, dishing out l...

I wore the green socks up to my knees and sold cookies as a girl, but there is so much I learned about Girl Scouts from our special guest today! I may have even earned a badge on the show! Join Andrea Anderson, the CEO of Girls Scouts of Western Washington, and me for a chat about cookies (OF COURSE), family, social skills, an antidote to loneliness, cool opportunities, and a super-cool thin mint...

Jody is the child of the military and moved around quite a bit. She always wanted a home where her girls could grow up! She has found herself in a situation where she is a single mom with two incredible daughters aged 14 and 17. She is doing her best to raise them on her own and works hard at her job and giving them all the energy she has when not at work. Valentine Roofing is blessing her with a...

We are so excited to announce our Love is on the Air! winner with Fischer Plumbing ! Kaylen from Snohomish is winning an overnight stay at a Marriott hotel, dinner for two, and a pair of tickets to the OV Worship Night on February 28th! Listen to hear her story!