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Moving People ForwardPaul Timm, School SecuritySince the tragedy of Columbine, Paul Timm has been committed to the safety and security of schools. Now that includes health concerns as well.2020-09-2420 minMoving People ForwardWMBI Mornings Memories of 9/11The day that lives in the collective memory of the US in this generation. Mark Elfstrand, morning host, and Dave Mitchell, morning news director, follow the events as they unfold.2020-09-1104 minMoving People ForwardMovingPeopleForward Ep 44 BattagliaNever has there been a more timely message for the USA. Joe Battaglia shares what makes America great … and it may surprise you. As a partial quote by de Toqueville says: When America ceases to be good, she will cease to be great. Tune in on this final episode for the summer of 2020.2020-08-1320 min
Moving People ForwardMovingPeopleForward_43_Little-ElfThe resilient family is known by playing together, doing routine together, and … find out from Lara Elfstrand, the owner and founder of Little Elf Family Services, providing education, encouragement, and empowerment for new families.2020-07-3019 min
Moving People ForwardMPF Ep. 42 Caring NetworkHas the pandemic of 2020 changed the abortion industry? How has the struggle for life choices been impacted? Join Mark as he speaks with leaders in Illinois’ Caring Network.2020-07-2321 minMoving People ForwardMPF Ep. 41LitfinThe reign of Constantine changed the political/religious landscape globally. Dr. Bryan Litfin, fiction author and ancient church scholar, speaks with Mark about similar issues from yesteryear to today.2020-07-1721 minMoving People ForwardEp. 40 AudioGieserMedical missionaries to China have left a legacy in the Chicago suburbs. Mark speaks with Dr. Gieser of the Wheaton Eye Clinic.2020-07-0919 minMoving People ForwardMPF ep 39 F WrightHow has biblical orthodoxy drifted in our current culture? Dr. Frank Wright, CEO and President of D James Kennedy Ministries shares concerns about the Church’s wanderings from the truth of Scripture.2020-07-0220 minMoving People ForwardMPF Ep. 38 HertzbergHutz Hertzberg and family were ready to go on vacation, but God had other plans. Death was apparently one of those plans! Discover the rest of the story about that day two years ago when “Good Samaritan” took on a whole new meaning.2020-06-2522 minMoving People ForwardMPF Ep 37JanuaryJerald January’s life can best be described as an anxiety producing roller coaster. As he so aptly puts it: You do NOT want to be me. Listen as Mark talks to him about current racial tensions.2020-06-2521 min
Moving People ForwardMPF Ep 36 SmileyThe Smileys embody their name, and their wisdom on parenting is well worth a listen. Mark speaks with John and Kendra about the importance of spousal relationships while parenting, and what do you do with that strong willed child?2020-06-1120 min
Moving People ForwardMPF ep. 35 EzellThe physical and social distancing of COVID-19 has made the workplace a lonely one. Join Mark as he interviews workplace chaplain and founder of Employee Care of America, Rick Ezell.2020-06-0421 minMoving People ForwardMPF Ep. 34_HetznerWith every challenge comes new ministry opportunity. And Tim Hetzner is excited about those opportunities for Lutheran Church Charities and the K-9 Comfort Dogs. How about a virtual visit with your favorite furry friend?2020-05-2823 min
Moving People ForwardMPF Ep 33 Sam DeepWhat is the best thing a CEO or manager can do during this challenging time? Mark speaks with author and corporate trainer, Sam Deep.2020-05-1420 minMoving People ForwardMPF Ep 32 RabeDuring the COVID-19 pandemic, the world is finding new ways to work, play, and simply live. Join Mark from the “virtual studio” as he speaks with former VP of Environmental Health and Safety for a large corporation. How has this lockdown affected our hope and what can we do until life gets back to “normal”?2020-05-0724 minMoving People ForwardMoving People Forward S1 E31 David GomezWarden David Gomez gives new meaning to lockdown during this time in history. However, his focus is on the care of those under his supervision. God has used him where he has planted him.2020-04-3021 minMoving People ForwardMoving People Forward S1 E29 Andy KrajewskiAnxiety. Panic attacks. Unemployment. Open heart surgery. Even through these trials, Andy Krajewski has come out on the other side with his health and faith intact. Be encouraged in this week’s episode.2020-04-2320 minMoving People ForwardMoving People Forward S1 E28 Jon Beall Thomas KokoraleisBehavior change is a tricky thing. Is it heartfelt? Lasting? How does Wayside Cross Ministries play a part in the lives of former inmates, homeless, addicts? Listen in and respond! PS: due to the COVID-19 orders, the donor banquet has been rescheduled to July.2020-04-1621 minMoving People ForwardMoving People Forward S1 E30 Roy SchwarczJesus made me kosher! What’s a “nice Jewish boy” doing sharing the gospel of Y’shua? Roy Schwarcz makes it clear that the Messiah is very Jewish. Celebrate the Old Testament foundation of the New when Mark speaks with this regional director of Chosen People Ministries.2020-04-0921 minMoving People ForwardMoving People Forward S1 E27 Dallas JenkinsDallas Jenkins comes from a family of media savvy people. When he jumped in to the faith based film world with both feet, he was in for a roller coaster ride. Now with his new crowd funded project, Dallas is sharing biblical fiction via the new world of app streaming. Join Mark as we learn more.2020-04-0222 minMoving People ForwardMoving People Forward S1 E26 Cheryl FornelliWe don’t all learn alike, and that is especially true across cultures. Oral story telling has been around for millennia, as a way to get Scripture into the hearts and minds of the hearer. Cheryl Fornelli speaks with Mark about the “light bulb moments” achieved when retelling the truth of the Bible.2020-03-2619 minMoving People ForwardMoving People Forward S1 E25 Mary Ann GriffithWhat is the difference between secular and Christian counseling? Does it matter? And just how relational is the counseling experience? Join Mark as he speaks with Christian therapist Mary Ann Griffith of Haven Counseling.2020-03-1919 minMoving People ForwardMoving People Forward S1 E24 Lina AbujamraThis high energy friend of refugees is Lebanon-born and a pediatric ER doctor. Lina Abujamra believes in Living with Power through Jesus. Join Mark as he speaks with her about singleness, medical missions, and living in victory over doubt.2020-03-1221 min
Moving People ForwardMoving People Forward S1 E23 Roy PattersonWhat would the perfectly integrated worship service look like to you? Roy Patterson talks about his experience as urban pastor, community relations leader, and broadcaster. Of all places racial divisions need not exist, it should be the Church!2020-03-0522 min
Moving People ForwardMoving People Forward S1 E22 Christopher YuanWe hear a lot about gender identity today. Where does our true identity lie? Dr. Christopher Yuan, author and professor at Moody Bible Institute, paints a clear picture of how his identity as a homosexual was redeemed to become identified with Christ. Holy sexuality is the goal.2020-02-2722 min
Moving People ForwardMoving People Forward S1 E21 Pete LeonardWhat could be better than sipping a freshly roasted cup of coffee? Knowing that you are supporting a business that helps the down and out find employment! Pete Leonard of I Have a Bean has a story to tell of McGyver’ed coffee roasters and dreams of changing the world … one bean at a time.2020-02-2021 min
Moving People ForwardMoving People Forward S1 E20 Dr Michael RydelnikProfessor of Jewish studies at Moody Bible Institute, Dr. Michael Rydelnik, shares his story of messianic belief as well as helping the listener understand the complex Arab-Israeli conflict.2020-02-1322 minMoving People ForwardMoving People Forward S1 E19 Guests Bob Lambert Jennifer VillarrealMark interviews gifted hosts of Faith Marketplace, encouraging and equipping Christian business people.2020-02-0622 min
Moving People ForwardMoving People Forward S1 E18 Guest John BlumbergJohn Blumberg claims that the traditional definition of integrity falls short of the depth necessary for leadership coaching. Listen as he shares the 3Ds of a healthy corporate culture.2020-01-2321 minMoving People ForwardMoving People Forward S1 E17 Guest John BlumbergRelationships between Boomers and Millennials in the workplace. Corporate training for executives must address some differences and commonalities. John Blumberg does that in his book, Return on Integrity.2020-01-1611 min
Moving People ForwardMoving People Forward S1 E16 Guest Paul SchallerCan entrepreneurs become CEOs effectively? Can information technology, aviation, and nonprofits exist in one organization? Listen as Paul Schaller shares his passion for startups, mission, and aviation!2020-01-0921 min
Moving People ForwardMoving People Forward S1 E15 Guest Mary SchallerA gifted entrepreneurial woman moves from corporate life to a new form of ministry: Q Place.2019-12-1922 minMoving People ForwardMoving People Forward S1 E14 GuestHuntley BrownA young Jamaican boy works his way into the spotlight with a lot of hard work and prayer. Today, Huntley Brown is an internationally renowned performing pianist. But his ministry extends well beyond the stage.2019-12-1220 min
Moving People ForwardMoving People Forward S1 E13 Guest Natalie BrownWhat do Boomers and Millennials have in common? If Christians, hopefully quite a bit! Take Natalie Brown, for example. She has written a new devotional, 52 Cups of Coffee. What prompts you to have a quiet time? Listen in as Mark talks with this spiritually mature 20-something.2019-12-0520 min
Moving People ForwardMoving People Forward S1 E12 Guest John Bell2019-11-2720 min
Moving People ForwardMoving People Forward S1 E11 GuestJames E Ward JrWhat is the basis for racial unrest? What heart issues need to be addressed? Pastor James Ward has determined to develop a “no more victim” mentality and spreads the good news of the Gospel everywhere he travels, in and out of the pulpit.2019-11-2121 minMoving People ForwardMoving People Forward S1 E10 GuestJim MorrisonVeterans helping veterans. But it doesn’t stop there. The LCC Kare-9 Comfort Dogs relieve the stress that comes with PTSD and other illnesses that veterans can be prone to contract. Listen to the heart of the matter on this episode of Moving People Forward with Mark Elfstrand and Jim Morrison.2019-11-1419 min
Moving People ForwardMoving People Forward S1 E09 Guest Tommy LeeTommy Lee! This guy makes international waves with business cohorts around the globe. Learn more about this cancer survivor on this episode of Moving People Forward.2019-11-0720 min
Moving People ForwardMoving People Forward S1 E8 Guest Dr Larry PolandDr. Larry Poland has had one of the most unique ministries … to Hollywood. Discover this faithful high achiever on the next episode of Moving People Forward.2019-10-3123 min
Moving People ForwardMoving People Forward S1 E7 Guest Manny Mill and John ZeilstraManny Mill’s signature “ALELUYA!” resonates with the community he has been serving for decades now … newly released from prison. There is hope, and there is a home.2019-10-2420 min
Moving People ForwardMoving People Forward S1 E6 Guest Levi and Diane VelascoFrom Manila to New York to Chicago … and around the world, the Velascos have a mission.2019-10-1719 minMoving People ForwardMoving People Forward S1 E5 Guest David and Lori WyllyAre you new to Medicare? It can be a maze! Change it from a maze to amazing with the help of independent consultants, David and Lori Wylly.2019-10-1019 min
Moving People ForwardMoving People Forward S1 E4 Guest Tim PerryFirst responders have a unique capacity for courage and intervention in an emergency. But they also have a unique challenge with PTSD as a result. Meet a trainer of chaplains, whose focus is helping those who help.2019-10-0320 min
Moving People ForwardMoving People Forward S1 E3 Guest Rich BimlerRich Bimler has a lot to say about retirement. Like … is it even biblical? What are you doing in the years post traditional employment?2019-09-2620 min
Moving People ForwardMoving People Foward S1 E2 Guest Rich MartinThis man has his paws full! Rich Martin of the LCC K-9 Comfort Dog ministry has been training these golden retrievers … and their trainers … for years. What does it take to turn a puppy into a comforter?2019-09-1920 min
Moving People ForwardMoving People Foward S1 E1 Guest Tim Hetzner - AudioEpisode 1: Tim Hetzner, CEO of Lutheran Church Charities and K-9 Comfort Dogs. Talks about disaster and emergency “comfort” for natural disasters, mass shootings, and events where trauma is an issue.2019-09-1219 min