SPIRIT 105.3 Moments

Eric Mock was called out of the aerospace industry to a field that is absolutely white and ready for harvest. It's called frostbite evangelism. Click PLAY for a powerful reminder that the Light of the world shines even in the iciest, coldest, most hopeless places on the planet. GUEST: Eric Mock, Slavic Gospel Association, Senior Vice President of Ministry Operations Website: https://www.sga.org/

What are the words that you wanted to hear for so long, and when you hear them your heart just overflows? This is from a special needs mom, and her daughter has autism and doesn't speak very much at all. She discovered that letting her daughter play with her phone allowed her daughter to communicate more comfortably without the pressure of eye contact. Click PLAY to listen to this little one speak...

Rich Simms from Reach Ministry is all about spreading love and warmth to Seattle's homeless, rain, snow, or shine! They’re not just serving up hot meals and cozy clothes, but also building connections that can change lives, helping people rediscover their faith and trading the streets for a better path. Nestled in Pioneer Square and Third and Pike, this ministry gets a superstar boost from local c...

Sam shares an inspiring devotional by Max Lucado, and the power of choice in our daily lives. Click PLAY for a reminder that each day is a new opportunity to make choices to live a fulfilling life.

Randy had a Christmas wish and God definitely heard it. Click PLAY to remember how God listens and how much He cares about each of us!

Sue is the cat-loving superhero behind Whiskers in Need! She sat down with Erica to share how she began lending a helping paw to our feline friends, especially when those pesky vet bills show up! Fueled by her lifelong obsession with cats and a dash of inspiration from her mom, she shares heartwarming tales of rescues, like Butters, the sweet senior kitty in hospice, and BooBerry, the once-sick ki...

Erica sits down for a heart-to-heart with one of our local favorites, singer-songwriter Leanna Crawford, diving into the melodies that fuel her soul! Leanna shares the back-story on her song "Still Waters," her hometown vibes from Stanwood, and her big leap to Nashville. She also shares about her incredible Aunt Maureen, a missionary who memorized the entire Bible while going blind—talk about insp...

Say yes to some soul care. Worship with someone you love and One Voice LIVE at New Life Church in Renton this Feb 28th. Make space for a little breathing room in your life! To whet your appetite, brew a cup of coffee and join Cole and Gospel from One Voice and Erica. Get to know the band better and get inspired - Click PLAY!

Annalise Hannan came into the world... LOVED. She was born with a severe genetic disorder and a family who absolutely cherishes and cheers for her. Annalise, as you can see, is very precious and special. Her eyes reflect all the love her mommy and daddy and siblings... and yes, her nurses (some even on their days off) lavish upon her. She can't cry or cough or swallow, but she somehow knows she is...

Jamie McDonald joins Erica and shares the heartfelt message of her song "Desperate." Reflecting on her days as a waitress, she opens up about her artistic identity crisis and those "aha!" moments that made her take music seriously. Click PLAY to also hear Jamie's hidden talent for a chipmunk voice!

Nathan Ray from the Marysville Cold Weather Shelter is ringing the alarm on the rising number of individuals seeking refuge from the cold. Recently, they rolled out the welcome mat for 39 people and six furry pals in one night. When guests arrive, it’s a warm hug of hospitality with hot drinks, snacks, safety, and meals whipped up by local heroes. The shelter prioritizes dignity and personal conne...

If your encouragement tank is running a little low, or maybe you're even running on empty, you have come to the right place. Erica is rolling out the red carpet for the fabulous Barb Roose, a motivational dynamo and author extraordinaire. They dive into the power of prayer, especially when life feels like a roller coaster, and how it can turbocharge your bond with the Lord.    When we look at the...

Jonathan Robinson, our hero in disaster response, is shining a spotlight on the amazing churches stepping up for wildfire victims in California! Teaming up with World Concern, Foursquare Disaster Relief is dishing out help with emergency shelters, food, and must-have goodies through local churches. Trained volunteers are rolling up their sleeves and spreading hope like confetti! Click PLAY for a s...

Laura Story spills the beans to Erica about the wild ride of juggling family life—think snow days and thrill-seeking roller coaster escapades with her kiddos! She dives into the backstory of her heartfelt song "Come Unto Jesus," a beautiful reminder of God's unwavering faithfulness and the peace we can find in His love, even when life gets a bit crazy. Click PLAY for a spot of Laura Story joy!

Wings of Rescue , helmed by the amazing Ric Browde, has been swooping in to save furry friends from danger and jam-packed shelters since 2012! With a staggering 76,000 pets flown to safety and nearly 900,000 pounds of lifesaving aid delivered, they’re the real MVPs of the animal rescue world. Whether it’s hurricanes or wildfires, this crew is on the front lines, recently whisking away 60 lucky pet...

Maybe you've heard that our heroes are on the move! Firefighting crews from Arlington and Stanwood are on their way to California and I have their leader here. Chief John gives insight into what's happening and talks about the volunteers heading down to California to help make a difference and battle the fire. Please be praying over all the first responders and volunteers who are heading into dang...

Erica has a sit-down with Liz from Habitat for Humanity of Island County to talk about the organization's mission, and tapping into the emotional experience of building homes, the influence of faith in their mission, and the incredible legacy of President Jimmy Carter. Click PLAY for more on the amazing work happening. More information.

Alison Storm woke up at 5 am to take her kids on a road trip to pay their respects to President Jimmy Carter... and Sammy and Phani discovered they had something in common with the difference-making president. Hint: it has to do with one of President Carter's favorite pastimes - reading! On this National Day of Remembrance for President Carter, join Alison and Erica for a conversation about their...

As wildfires devour the homes and businesses of our neighbors to the south, we are once again looking up to the Lord and asking Him for help and hope. Join Producer Max's brother-in-law Brian, a hero in California, and Erica for a conversation from a firefighter's point of view. 

Rick Clark, the superhero behind Giving Back Spokane, shares his inspiring journey from homelessness to nonprofit leadership that can light up even the darkest of days! In a chat with Erica, he reveals how he soared from homelessness to a nonprofit rally cry. Picture this: Rick rallied $1,500 in just three hours to support a local restaurant server. With a heart full of gratitude, he credits his f...

We all want more hope, more peace and joy in our lives in 2025, don't we? That's why I've invited a dear friend back on the show, Dr. Greg Jantz from The Center - A Place of Hope in Edmonds.

Josh Wilson shares a poignant narrative about his mental health challenges, including anxiety, depression, and addiction, and celebrating seven years of sobriety. His song "Jesus and Therapy" is a battle cry to the importance of seeking help, faith, and community. Find out what he's looking forward to in 2025, and what he's decided to "pause" in order to savor more peaceful moments.

After Pam calmed down from her big Secret Sound win, Erica reached out to her for more thoughts and details! Take a listen.

Meet Pam from Port Orchard, our brand new Secret Sound winner!! She is taking home $2,625 from the Elite Roofing piggy bank with her winning guess of “opening a pull tab on a can”. Pam is new to SPIRIT 105.3 and has only been listening for 6 months! She’s giving the extra $500 to her friend and fellow school bus driver Sue who introduced her to SPIRIT 105.3! We hope this blesses you Pam! Take a li...

When my husband told me what happened in New Orleans, my heart sank... this is now a terribly familiar feeling, isn't it? And then these words rose up in my mind and heart... "Be near, Jesus." That's my prayer for New Orleans and for us. Later, I texted our dear friend, Pastor Jess Bradley from Grace Community Church in Auburn, and invited him to be with us on the radio. I invite you to take a mom...