The Family Beacon

Cohost of the Family Beacon Podcast and MFC Director of Strategy, Moses Bratrud shares about the threats that face Minnesotans and how we as Christians can respond. He shares the three things that should be the Northstar of our politics: protecting life from the moment of conception, seeing God’s design for marriage and family honored and lived, and the upholding of religious freedom. Moses gives...

Moses explains how Governor Youngkin has encouraged Republicans to embrace a 15 week ban on abortion, transforming VA into a national litmus test that is likely to shape the 2024 elections. Plus, he shares how MN Rep. Dean Phillips is launching a longshot bid to challenge President Biden for the Democratic nomination for President. Grace breaks down how our Attorney General has joined other states...

Grace shares how Britney Spears’ heartbreaking history of being pressured by her boyfriend into an abortion is a tragic reality for too many women. Moses breaks down a new poll on how the expected race between President Biden and former President Trump might shape up in MN, plus a new lawsuit in our state that is attempting to keep Trump off the ballot. Finally, Grace explains how Roseville school...

Moses shares a biblical perspective on what is happening in Israel, and how we must pray for the innocent civilians on both sides of the war. Grace breaks down rallies that have happened in the Twin Cities this week, including supporters of Israel and some Minnesotans flying the Hamas symbol. Your hosts explain how there is no excuse for supporting the pure evil of the terrorist group Hamas. Plus,...

In this special episode of the Family Beacon podcast, Grace shares what she has learned in the fight for life over her years as a pro-life activist. Tune in to learn how to fight for life in a state that leans pro-abortion in legislation. Being a pro-lifer looks different in a pro-abortion state, but together we can overcome darkness. Here’s the bottom line: God’s justice never sleeps. Get the fac...

This week, Grace shares how a Christian influencer was harassed for her pro-life beliefs and debunks some of the top pro-abortion talking points. Moses discusses how the State of Minnesota screwed up its COVID predictions and is now spending millions to find out why. Finally, your hosts unpack the latest Republican debate regarding discussion on abortion, gender, and parental rights. Get the facts...

Former President Trump makes new statements on abortion and gender. Is he wavering on these issues? Grace and Moses unpack his recent comments on these important issues. Moses shares a new report about Minnesota’s population collapse and what this means for the future of our state. Finally, Grace discusses a recent article by Joe Rigney about the strong neopaganist themes in Apple’s new environmen...

 As the Family Beacon returns from a summer break, Grace and Moses discuss MFC’s amazing annual dinner, a new article showing how Minnesota is way off base when it comes to gender issues, and how even during National Suicide Prevention week, progressive politicians in our state are trying to push assisted suicide in advance of the 2024 legislative session. Welcome back to the Family Beacon podcast...

On this special episode of the Family Beacon, Melissa Ohden joins Moses Bratrud to discuss her incredible, miraculous story: from surviving an abortion to building a network of abortion survivors across the world, witnessing for LIFE. Watch or listen now to hear her encouraging message for Minnesotans!

Grace and Moses discuss a pastor in Edina, Minnesota, who is leading her congregation in the “Sparkle Creed,” a heretical rewrite of Christian belief. Your hosts also discuss how the pride flag and the cross of Christ don’t really go together - in a sense, they represent opposite beliefs. Plus, hear how brave parents in Osseo, Minnesota,stood up against LGBTQ indoctrination in their children’s sch...

Tomorrow is the one-year anniversary of Dobbs v. Jackson, the case that overturned Roe v. Wade and has already saved thousands of lives. Your hosts discuss the amazing results of this decision around the country, while also recognizing that progressives in Minnesota are trying to turn back the clock and eliminate progressives for the unborn. Finally, Grace discusses how the Minnesota Department of...

Recently, Governor Walz signed the Education Finance Bill which includes a provision requiring period products such as pads and tampons to be put in boys' bathrooms in Minnesota public school. Apparently there's some confusion about this so let's be clear: boys can't have periods. Plus, Grace shares how a senior doctor at Children's Minnesota equated dangerous transgender treat...

This week, some students at Carver County schools urged the district to relocate their graduation venue from Grace Church in Eden Prairie, arguing that the church is not friendly to "LGBTQ students." Grace and Moses also share a new poll that shows most Americans believe there are only two genders. Then you'll hear about Target’s next act of virtue signaling: “Queer Bingo Night.&quot...

With new candidates jumping in every week, the race to secure the GOP nomination for president is well and truly underway. Tune in to hear the latest polling onDeSantis, Trump, Pence, and others. Also, June is LIFE month! Rather than celebrating “Pride,” Grace gives you five ways to celebrate the anniversary of the overturn of Roe v. Wade. Next, your hosts discuss how Osseo district here in Minnes...

Tune in for our 2023 legislative recap—key bills that passed, bad bills that failed to pass, and a good bill that did pass! Plus, Grace shares two cultural wins that we can celebrate. After receiving pushback from customers and losing $9B in market value since launching their June Pride Collection, Target Corp. has stopped selling some items and moved their collection to the back of the store at s...

This week, the discriminatory “Equal Rights Amendment” passed the MN Senate and is headed to the House before the Minnesota legislature adjourns on May 22. Moses shares how the ERA creates new forms of discrimination, especially threatening women and girls, and could penalize churches and other organizations who don’t subscribe to gender ideology. Then, Grace explains how progressives REFUSED to e...

The Minnesota Legislature's Judiciary Omnibus bill contains the controversial “Take Pride Act,” which would abolish current law which allows nonprofits that serve minors the freedom to uphold sex distinctions in hiring processes–like youth sports organizations and scouting. Additionally, this bill has now been stripped of an amendment that passed unanimously in the Minnesota House that would h...

A new NPR poll affirms what we’ve been saying all along: most Americans are opposed to unlimited abortion! Plus, Grace and Moses discuss how Minnesota has become a left-wing experiment - treating Minnesotans as lab rats - and give a brief legislative update on the health omnibus bill with abortion provisions. Finally, Grace shares about the overwhelmingly negative responses Children’s Minnesota re...

After controversy erupts at the Legislature, Moses and Grace explain how the end result is new protections for kids in state law. But even as that was happening, Governor Walz signed three extremely concerning bills - get the details here. Finally, hear the inspiring story of a family who chose LIFE when doctors told them abortion was their best option. All that and more on the Family Beacon podca...

At the Capitol on Friday, the Minnesota Senate considers three radical bills, two that would further victimize young people who struggle with their gender identity, and one that would attract abortionists with criminal charges against them to Minnesota, putting women and children at risk. At the UN, a new report says that minors can consent to sex. All that and more (with one big wholesome surpris...

What do recent court rulings mean for the future legality of the murderous abortion pill, in Minnesota and nationwide? Grace and Moses break down the recent headlines surrounding Alliance Defending Freedom’s courageous lawsuit to restrict the dangerous abortion pill, and what’s likely to happen next. Next, Grace explains how a male dancer who identifies as a woman has made waves - and not in a goo...

This week, the MN House released its Omnibus Health Bill which is a Trojan horse for further codifying abortion provisions into our state laws. Acting Director of Public Policy, Rebecca Delahunt, explains how this bill would strip funding from Pregnancy Resource Centers, expand taxpayer funding of abortion, eliminate abortion reporting requirements and all remaining protections for vulnerable wome...

On Thursday, March 23rd, the Minnesota House held a floor session on the Kidnapping Bill (HF 146). Along with allied groups, we brought hundreds of people to the Capitol to show their opposition to this dangerous bill, which passed the House in the early hours of Friday morning despite vigorous opposition. Grace and Moses broadcast live from the Capitol with key updates, including exclusive behind...

We’ve told you about a LOT of extreme bills at the Minnesota legislature this year. But which ones are moving forward, which ones are in trouble, and which ones are STOPPED? Moses gives a comprehensive overview and breaks down the anti-life, anti-family agenda that progressives in St. Paul are pushing. Then, Grace reveals a Minnesota teacher *openly bragging* on social media that her goal is to co...

This weekend, pro-abortion activists vandalized a Pregnancy Resource Center in Minneapolis, which provides life-saving care for women, children, and families in one of our local minority communities. Tammy Kocher, Executive Director of New Life Family Services, joins Grace to share about the pro-abortion attack and the PRC’s incredible work. Here’s the bottom line: these attacks show that the pro-...