Crosswalk Colorado Springs

Faith and Education – Jeff introduces D49 school board President and candidate Lori Thompson and D3 board candidate Luis Ybarra.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jeff interviews Barrack Okal from Little German Automotive about his walk with God in Africa and the United States, as well as youth mentorshipSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jeff talks with Larry Douglas about how God called him to create KXRM-TV, later known as FOX21 and how he used it to minister to not just the viewers, but to those within the media industry. Following KXRM, he created a Access Media, a production company which serves the same mission across Colorado and beyond. Larry shares his incredible journey as well as his thoughts on how God is using modern media to share his message. https://www.amgtv.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Your Crosswalk host, Brian Michaels spends time with Pastor Don Patten from Grace Church in Colorado Springs. They discuss the recent Focus on the Family Focused Pastor Couples Conference, and the lessons from that conference that pertain to any couple in building a God-focused marriage.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jeff welcomes back Mike Worley and Steve Ringelspaugh of Beautiful Redemption – “Connecting Kids in Crisis To a Community that Cares.” Through Care Portal, Beautiful Redemption has served over 33,000 children with $11 million dollars of impact!! www.beautifulredemption.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

You will love this conversation that Jeff has with Ken Witt – business leader, technology innovator, and education reenvisioner! Walk the Cross and live your faith – in multiple spheres of influence! www.edreenvisioned.orgSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Preachers & Preaching in the Pikes Peak Region introduces Pastor Jeremias & Ana Tamarez of Iglesia Nueva Vida (New Life Spanish church). You drive past Nueva Vida on S. Circle Dr. every day – hear about what God is doing - BIENVENIDOS A CASA! Jeff, Jeremias, and Ana talk about Spanish ministry in COS, the broad cultural reach of Nueva Vida, Bible teaching, and outreach. www.iglesiainv.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

You are invited to Wave of Light October 15 Woodmen Blvd. and Lee Vance Pkwy – “Come and remember our babies together!” Foreknown Ministries “provides hope when it has been lost - Your Guide to Healing Through Jesus After Pregnancy or Infant Loss.” You will be blessed by Jeff’s conversation with Foreknow co-founders Kelsi Cole and Alyson Brown. www.foreknownministries.orgSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

You will notice a beautiful church building right off the north gate of Fort Carson – Cheyenne Mt. Pres is seen from S. Academy Blvd. and Hwy 115.“A community of grit and grace.” Preachers & Preaching introduces Pastor Matthew Capone. Jeff and Pastor Matthew talk about recent preaching series from the life of Abraham as well as Romans. www.cmpc.church See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jeff has a blast talking faith, football, and coaching with the staff of Vista Ridge High School. Meet coach Matt Wibbels, Tim Crough, and Sam Nocita.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Preview the Centennial Impact Summit with John Stonestreet of the Colson Center, Leah Libresco Sargeant - author of The Dignity of Dependence, and Dr. Jean Twenge. The Impact Summit theme is “Theology, Technology, and Anthropology: Reclaiming Embodiment in a Brave New World.” Jeff and John also discuss the Truth Rising movie – all on the very day Charlie Kirk was assassinated.” www.centennial.ccu.edu/centennial-impact-summit-2025 and www.truthrising.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cross & Crown (formerly Austin Bluffs Evangelical Free) is on the Garden of the Gods corridor, next to the Space Foundation. Meet Pastor Lance Gentry and hear about his recent teaching series from Romans. www.crosscrownchurch.orgSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

You drive past Rock Family Church on Woodmen and Rangewood all the time. Meet Pastor Dean Hawk and hear about what God is doing! Rock Family Church epitomizes outreach in our community! Jeff and Pastor Dean also talk about his recent teaching series on the Holy Spirit and the Merge Network of pastors. www.rockfamilychurch.com and www.mergepastors.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Engaging in culture invites spiritual warfare. Equipping for Days Ahead Conference prepares you with prayer, prophecy, and spiritual warfare! You will enjoy hearing Pastor Calvin Johnson and the unique perspective of spiritual warfare from Special Operations General Kurt Fuller. Every veteran needs to hear Gen. Fuller’s story!!!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

You will be blessed to hear the faith journey of Pastor Solomon Cepeda. Revival Springs International Church serves southern Colorado Springs – right across from Prospect Lake at Memorial Park. Jeff and Pastor Solomon talk about faith in business, church, evangelism, and discipleship! www.revivalspringsintl.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

P&P introduces Pastor Eric Smith and Rooted Church (“Rooted in Christ and Rooted in our Community”), which meets at Springs Ranch Elementary School along the Powers Corridor. Also hear about their ownership of Born Again Used Book Store.” www.rootedcos.org and www.bornagainusedbooks.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Special Kids Special Families is committed to making El Paso County the best community in the nation for children and adults with disabilities and special needs. Hear from Kevin Porter and Derek Wilson about their CIRCLE OF SUPPORT - comprehensive wrap around services across the life span of the individuals and caregivers they serve. Learn more at www.sksfcolorado.orgSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Meet Christine Reyes of Life Network, Gaylyn Williams of Relationship Resources, Ashley Green of Valley Christian Academy, and Lawm Pudaite of Bibles for the World. www.elifenetwork.com www.biblesfortheworld.org www.valleychristianacademy.school www.relationshipresources.orgSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Project Diakonia empowers underserved youth, ages 17-24, through vocational training and education, paving the way for them to transform their lives. Meet Cliff Hunter and Mat Lujan, and hear from Larry Yonker about this great service to the Pikes Peak Region.” www.projectdiakonia.orgSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pastor Brian and Madison Lightfoot sit down in the studio to discuss life as a man with a girl's name (Madison), as well as more serious issues like pursuing God as a High School math teacher, and a career change change to becoming a pilot.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pastor Brian sits down with Jeff and Carrie Gage, missionaries to Germany for 11 years. They discuss God's calling, His use of whatever giftings we may have if we yield to Him, and re-entry to American life after being away for so long.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The church that meets at Boot Barn Hall (well, now it is the Phil Long Music Hall).” P&P introduces Pastor Rusty Hayes and Renovation Church. Learn more at www.therenovationchurch.orgSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

You drive past Forestgate Pres. on North Gate Blvd. every day! Meet Pastor Matt Giesman and hear what God is doing at Forestgate. Jeff and Pastor Giesman talk about the recent preaching series from Hebrews, “Jesus is BETTER.” Check out www.forestgate.orgSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Preaching & Preachers introduces you to Pastor David Reyes and Revive Church (formerly Keystone Church and New Beginnings Fellowship) in Peyton.” www.revivechurch.tv/leadershipSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jeff follows up his first interview with Pastor Eric Carpenter of Springs Community Church.” www.springsco.churchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mercy's Gate provides crucial assistance to individuals and families experiencing crisis in El Paso County.” We welcome back Pastor John & April Serio to the Pikes Peak Region – as the Executive Director of Mercy’s Gate . Learn more at www.mercysgatecs.orgSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jeff introduces Springs First Church of the Nazarene and Pastor Mike Higley. You drive past Academy Blvd. and Fountain Blvd – hear what God is doing at Springs First! Check out www.springsfirst.churchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Again, Frank Manno joins Pastor Brian Michaels. Today they discuss challenges in ministry, church government, and ministry to the body of Christ.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pastor Brian is joined by Frank Manno, a legally blind photographer, musician, and former pastor. They discuss navigating life with a serious disability and trusting the Lord in the process.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jeff interviews School Board Candidates Holly Tripp, Susan Payne, and Eddie Waldrep on issues they plan to focus on if elected to School Board in District 20.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike Cluley joins Pastor Brian in the studio. Mike and Brian met when Mike joined the Reserve Unit for the EPSO where they serve together. Their conversation deals largely with losing a spouse and learning to wait on God to provide for all of our needs.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pastor Brian is joined in studio by his friend, Dirk Reinsma. Their discussion ranges from life on a Dude Ranch to working for Focus on the Family, to Electrical Foreman. Included is discussion on working through being hurt by the church and re-entry into church life.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jeff sits down with Tim McConnell, the 15th Lead Pastor of First Presbyterian. They discuss the church's leadership history and Tim's journey to Pastor, and the next generation of preachers. They also talk about the upcoming "Cause I Love You" City Wide Service and Worship nights.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pastor Brian sits with Colonel Sam Epperson, USAF (Ret.) and discusses his journey to faith through the struggles of intellectualism and masculinity. They talk about the possibility of being an intelligent man and still having faith in Jesus!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pastor Brian Michaels has a wide-ranging discussion with Ryan Graham, candidate for County Commission District 1. They discuss how his background as a firefighter and school board member prepared him for fighting for the rights of the citizens of El Paso County, as well as Ryan's track-record in that fight.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Alyssa Dwire, Events Manager for Life Network in Colorado Springs, joins your crosswalk host Pastor Brian. Their conversation discusses the sanctity of human life, as well as the upcoming Life Network Gala, and even designed to celebrate and raise funds for the work of Life Network.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Your host, Brian Michaels, sits down with one of his former Assistant Pastors, Keith Pintar, to talk about life on staff with Brian, branching out to start a church, and where God has led him with First Coast Outreach Ministries and being a "musicianary" for Jesus.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jeff talks with John Pudaite and Audrey Beckett about the Kingdom Work being done in India. Call 1-888-38-BIBLE for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jeff talks with Brad Hale from the Nicaea Study Center about introducing college students to the Gospel on Campus. nicaeastudycenter.orgSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tanna Shontz sits for an interview with your host, Brian Michaels. Tanna lost her husband, Air Force F-16 pilot David Shontz, in a training accident resulting in a tragic crash. She discusses the process of coming to faith in Jesus, and the continued process of healing that God took her through over many years.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As the middle east is being reformed in this moment, your host, Chaim Goldman "The Watchman" has Mateen Elass on as his guest to talk about what's going on on the other side of the Atlanic and bringing the Gospel to Muslims. Born to Syrian Muslim father and raised in Saudi Arabia, Mateen became a follower of Christ at age 20 and was blackballed from his family. After earning two Masters degrees in theology and divinity, and a Ph.D. in New Testament studies, he served as a pastor for 33 years. Now he works to bring the gospel to the Arabic-speaking world. Mateen has written three books on Islam, including most recently "Fairy-tale Islam", which contrasts the media version of Islam with the Islam of Muhammad (which the authoritative texts of Islam in fact teach). Fully documented from these core texts, this book provides eye-opening insights into this mysterious religion about which the majority of Americans are intentionally misinformed. Please pay for Christians and all people in Syria To contact Mateen Elass and for more info about Fairy-tale Islam, visit www.MateenElass.wordpress.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How Do We Bridge the Gap Between Judaism and Christianity? Messianic Jew Chaim Goldman “The Watchman” and Pastor Jim Pierce of Springs Of Living Water Church talk about the the Shema, how it all fits, according to the Bible. Springs Of Living Water Church: www.SpringsOfLivingWater.co See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On November 21st, The Daily Wire reported: “Mayor Lied In Hate Crime Hoax Probe But DOJ Refused To Charge Him, FBI Official Says” Did Mayor Yemi know about the hoax? Did he lie to the Department of Justice? Your host, Chaim Goldman "The Watchman" and host of The Peak News brings this community issue to light along with The Peak News' Investigative Journalist, Jordan Baldwin and Director of Special Initiatives for the Colorado Republican Party, Darcy Schoening. Christians need to stand up for truth, whatever the truth may be. For more info about the Hate Crime Hoax, including future reports from The Peak News, visit: www.ThePeak.news/HateCrimeHoaxSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tanna Shontz sits for an interview with your host, Brian Michaels. Tanna lost her husband, Air Force F-16 pilot David Shontz, in a training accident resulting in a tragic crash. She discusses the process of coming to faith in Jesus, and the continued process of healing that God took her through over many years.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jeff is joined by Julie Bailey, Rhonda Miller, and Sister Dede Byrne to discuss the hope that can be found after an abortion. Call or text the Project Rachel Post Abortion Healing Local Helpline at (719) 203-8112. Email Rhonda Miller, of the Catholic Diocese of Colorado Springs, at rmiller@diocs.org or call at (719) 866-6544. Visit hopeafterabortion.orgSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jeff is joined by Dai Sup Han and Tim Sigmond discussing prayer, and their vision for what prayer should look like in Colorado Springs. Later they're joined by Rylie Morrissey from decisionpoint.org and Kim Mahoney with the 10 Days of Prayer Event. Find more information at cosnda.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jeff is joined by Former garrison Commanders of Fort Carson, including Bob Mclaughlin of Mt caramel Veterans Service Center, Joel Hamilton of Fort Carson School District, Brian Wortinger of COS Utilities, and Nate Springer of Care and ShareSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wednesday, August 27 - Pastor Brian sits with Chris Hoey from Reboot Recovery to talk about trauma we experience, and how it affects our lives and holds us back, and how Reboot Recovery is helping people to heal. www.rebootrecovery.com will help direct folks to where they can find a class near them, whether the trauma is from prior military or law-enforcement experience, or general trauma that many in our population experience.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pastor Brian, your host, sits with Barbara “Barni” Feuerhaken to talk about everything from life as a bibliophile and God giving her a dream job as a librarian, to supporting her husband as he stepped out in faith to start a sport’s ministry to kids.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Your Crosswalk host, Brian Michaels, is joined in studio by Al Feuerhaken. Al spent many years as a public high school teacher and coach in East LA until God called him to help found a sports ministry based in Colorado Springs that reaches out to elementary age kids around the world.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

“Preachers and Preaching introduces Pastor Rusty Hays of Renovation Church, which meets at the Phil Long Music Hall. Renovation Church exists to create growing followers of Christ through renewing church environments guided by the Word of God and the Holy Spirit so that a lifestyle of God’s love is multiplied. Jeff and Rusty talk about football, coaching, ministry, family, preaching, and one of Pastor Rusty’s recent prayers for our community at the National Day of Prayer.”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.