SPIRIT 105.3 Moments

Tim Gaydos, Mariners chaplain and director of FCA Seattle joins Erica on-air. He talks about the importance of faith and sports and how you can use your platform for Christ.

WOW! That was so much fun. We had a blast with this sound and are so excited that Gina from Seattle just won $12,075 from the Elite Roofing piggy bank in the SPIRIT 105.3 Secret Sound and $500 to give away. Her daughter Zoey had the guess and she got through to play. They plan to take a special trip to a hot air balloon fest in Turkey!

We’re excited to announce the grand prize winner of our Rad Dad giveaway: Jacob from Bonney Lake! Congrats on winning a Blackstone 22” Tabletop Griddle with a Lid…perfect for any summer adventure! This is what Jacob shared with Erica on the Morning Show about his father:“My dad was diagnosed with malignant melanoma when I was 13 but he didn’t let that interfere with family life. We still spent tim...

Mariners Pitcher, Logan Gilbert, joins Erica and producer Max to talk about Mariners Faith & Family night coming soon! Hear about his faith journey, why he loves sharing his story and some insight into his relationship with father. You'll leave inspired!

"Even in my worst moments, God was THERE. He never left me." ~DOG the Bounty Hunter   His mother prayed for him all the days of his life. His stepfather beat him regularly and mercilessly. He ran with a notorious biker gang called the devil's diciples (not misspelled). He went to a maximum-security prison and wound up barbering the warden's hair. He went to rock bottom, more than once. And THE LOR...

Sometimes you get an idea that's a game changer, and a life changer. It's how you know it's from God. Cara Finger, founder of My Bag, My Story is my guest and inspiration today. My Bag, My Story provides new bags to foster children who often carry their belongings in trash or grocery bags. Cara is an adoptee and foster parent herself, and explains that the bags give the children a sense of dignity...

Jordan St. Cyr swapped hard hats for a microphone, all thanks to his super supportive wife, Heather! Battling through tough times with daughter Emory's seizures, he shines a spotlight on the power of faith. Jordan shares how fatherhood brings him pure joy, juggling the beautiful uniqueness of his four mini-me's with a big smile!

Do you find it hard to pray? If you got really honest about it, it could sound something like this: Holy One, there is something I wanted to tell you, but there have been errands to run, bills to pay, arrangements to make, meetings to attend, friends to entertain, washing to do... and I forget what it is I wanted to say to you, and mostly I forget what I'm about or why. O God, don't forget me, ple...

Andrea Wilson from the iBible, a visual and interactive Bible app, talks to Erica about the app's impact since its recent release. The app has been particularly transformative for youth engagement with the Bible. It's designed to cater to visual and oral learners, making it accessible to those who cannot read, and is available for free in 7,000 living languages! 

The Red Door Cafe in Moses Lake is not just your average coffee spot—it's a bustling hub for prayers, praises, and heart-to-heart connections. With a special prayer board for customers to share their prayers and praises, this cafe is like a cozy community living room. Manager Codi's own journey overcoming addiction and hardship to a deep faith is a testament to the power of our Heavenly Father and...

Pastors Steve and Jen McConnell from Seattle Foursquare Church initiated the Aurora Prayer Shield to address sex trafficking and social issues in North Seattle through prayer and action. They lead their church, organize community events, and have watched hotels with illegal activities shut down and close. In faith, prayer and compassion, they are reaching out to this community to make change. This...

My friend Deb from King's School... She's an amazing woman. She just came back from Kenya with a group of fantastic King's students. This is not her first rodeo, but boy was it an adventure! Click PLAY to hear all about it!

Amanda Hostetler, a teacher at King Schools in Shoreline, is leading a team of 31 students to Uganda to serve in a village with about 350 children. They will be doing children’s ministry, widow and orphan outreach, and learning about life within the local community. This is a great faith stretcher for these kids! Click PLAY to find out how you can support these students!

Patrick Mayberry sits down with Erica, opening up on the love story with his wife, the inspiration behind his song "Lead on Good Shepherd," and accessing God's blessings through Jesus.

Erica and Pastor Ben Sterciuc are previewing 100 Days of Prayer for Seattle, which is all about transforming the city from the most unchurched to the most revived. Will you join us in praying for the city? Pray in your own way; during a lunch break, a weekly gathering, when you're on a walk... Prayer is powerful. Our God is big. And this is possible. Click PLAY to learn more.

Carson Raz shares with Erica his epic quest to becoming an Eagle Scout. Initially attracted to camping, Carson gained leadership and communication skills through scouting. He completed all ranks to become an Eagle Scout, fulfilling a service project by rebuilding garden beds. Carson views Eagle Scout as beneficial for future job applications and cherishes the friendships formed in scouting. Click...

Sherri Lynn is all set for SPIRIT 105.3's first women's event, Snacks and Good Company Live! She will be sharing stories with her trademark humor and joy-filling laugh. I'll be joining her along with our very own Sarah Taylor and Jenn Schultz (AllMomDoes).  We still have seats and would love to see you there! Register by texting LADIES to 89419.

Sherry is back with a recap! She and the team from Hope Church in Snohomish recently returned from their trip to Mexico, where they built a tiny house for a family. After construction, the new homeowner placed a cross at the top of the house! Praise the Lord!

Erica has brought Brooklyn back, a student at Edmonds Woodway High, to talk more about how she is actively sharing her faith in Christ at school, and her efforts to share Jesus with other kids who come to the Warriors for Christ Club. She hosts weekly pizza parties from donations that have been given, and she and others share their faith and pray. She is an incredible young woman and we're inspire...

Lisa Holt is basically running a detective agency for dogs! Her furry squad at Pads for Parkinson's identify the Parkinson's disease odor from samples, scoring treats for sniffing out the scent correctly. By catching the disease early, they're like lifesaving superheroes. Thank you Lisa for opening up this impactful world of work with us!

We invite you to unite with us in prayer today. On this National Day of Prayer, let's come together and raise our voices as one. Join our CEO, Jacinta Tegman, as she leads us in prayer. Share your own prayers in the comments section.

Don’t let anyone think less of you because you are young. Be an example to all believers in what you say, in the way you live, in your love, your faith, and your purity. ~1 Timothy 4:12 NLT Today, we invite you to hang out with a fourth grader and a fourth-grade teacher who love Jesus and it shows. Dax and Tina will make you smile today as they share about a moment in class that will remind you ho...

Author Stacy Reaoch and Erica are spending time today learning how to view ourselves a little differently. Stacy's book, "Beautiful Freedom" stresses the importance of valuing our bodies as gifts from God, advocating for self-acceptance, physical fitness, healthy eating, and serving others. It's about learning to find fulfillment in Jesus rather than our appearance or diet, embracing aging positiv...

Erica chats with Rudy Kish from the Action Bible Project, originally created by David C. Cook 150 years ago for orphaned children. The Faith in Action edition engages children with images and stories, and is reaching over 40 million kids globally. Rudy shares how the Bible impacted his son, leading him to read, get baptized, and teach. Illustrated by Sergio Carillo, a former Marvel and DC Comics a...

Seph Schlueter sits down with Erica, sharing insight into his songwriting process, and how his songs are inspired by his life experiences, especially his encounters with the divine.