Podcasts about National day

Episode Summary: On this episode, I talk with Janet McHenry, who shared her painful wound of walking with her husband through a very unjust situation that happened to him which caused her much shame. Yet, she also shares how God revealed himself to her, and answered her prayers in a way that she didn’t expect, producing a beautiful sacred scar. Quotables from the episode: My wound goes back to fall 2001, when we had a two-day blizzard in the Sierra valley when six calves and a bull bedded down in an old creek bed in the corner of my husband’s ranch, and were covered by snow. My husband was unaware this happened. A neighbor reported it not to my husband but to the local animal control authorities, and my husband was given seven animal cruelty charges, despite all the evidence in our favor. We unfortunately had an unjust judge who would not let records be placed into evidence, nor let experts testify on our behalf. The judge also harassed two of the defense witnesses. So much of the evidence that we had lined up for the trial was not allowed to be admitted. So he ended up being convicted on six animal cruelty charges with the possibility of getting three years in state prison. We felt a great deal of shame. How do you live in a community of your peers, with only 3000 in our entire county without a single stoplight. It’s an agricultural area where people raise hay and beef cattle. We experienced shame over this. We experienced fear because the judge could decide my husband would get those three years in prison, and how would we then live? The judge also could have pulled all the animals away from the ranch, removing my husband’s livelihood. My husband was pursuing his Ph.D. and was beginning to work on his doctoral dissertation, but my husband wouldn’t be able to teach with a felony conviction. So we experienced shame, fear, and a wounding because I had prayer walked around my community, I taught in a school district with only about 32 teachers so we all knew each other intimately, so I wasn’t able to avoid people through this process. I found it very difficult to finish out my school year as a teacher so I took a leave of absence and went on antidepressants because I couldn’t eat, I couldn’t sleep, my heart wouldn’t stop racing; I had never before experienced those physical reactions to stress. We worked really hard to get public support, and two months later was the sentencing. We filled the courtroom with friends and family and six pastors. The entire courtroom was a community of supporters for us. At the sentencing, the judge gave my husband four years of probation and a huge fine, so my husband had to sell off a large percentage of his herd to pay for that. We determined right away to file an appeal with the state appellate court. In the appeal, we documented over 240 instances where the judge had prejudiced the jurors. We waited another two years to get that decision. One by one we heard the appellate judges say that they were going to overturn the original decision. We determined to keep living here and keep serving our community the best that we could. One thing I learned on the day of the sentencing was that God was doing another great work in our lives that was unrelated. Standing in the parking lot after the decision was overturned a friend spoke up about what she saw in my husband and that God was really doing a new work in him and that he had a new countenance. It was then that I realized God was answering my prayers for my marriage which for 20-something years, I had been asking God to do a deeper work in our marriage, to save our marriage, to keep us together. God was working to answer a different prayer request than the ones that seemed more immediate. I don’t think I’d want to go through that situation again, but I did learn a lot about God’s loving presence through that. I re-read the book of Job every year when I read through the Bible, and I realized what I needed was a friend to quietly sit beside me. What Job needed was one good friend to sit with him through his suffering. Even though Job didn’t hear from God, God was that friend in Job’s wait. Even when it seems like God is silent, He is with us, He’s cheering us on. He cares about us. He loves us. Even if the situation doesn’t resolve in the way that we think is best, God will be even closer to us as a result of what we’ve been through. That presence of God, that closeness to him, is the best thing we can get out of this life on earth. Scripture References: Matthew 19:26 NIV “Jesus looked at them and said, ‘With man this is impossible, but with God all things are possible.’” Recommended Resources: Praying Personalities: Finding Your Natural Prayer Style by Janet McHenry Praying Personality Quiz Prayer Helps: Scripture-Based Prayers When You Don’t Know How to Pray . . . when listeners sign up for my monthly mini-magazine, Looking Up! at JanetMcHenry.com PrayerWalk by Janet McHenry The Complete Guide to the Prayers of Jesus by Janet McHenry Sacred Scars: Resting in God’s Promise That Your Past Is Not Wasted by Dr. Michelle Bengtson The Hem of His Garment: Reaching Out To God When Pain Overwhelms by Dr. Michelle Bengtson, winner AWSA 2024 Golden Scroll Christian Living Book of the Year and the 2024 Christian Literary Awards Reader’s Choice Award in the Christian Living and Non-Fiction categories YouVersion 5-Day Devotional Reaching Out To God When Pain Overwhelms Today is Going to be a Good Day: 90 Promises from God to Start Your Day Off Right by Dr. Michelle Bengtson, AWSA Member of the Year, winner of the AWSA 2023 Inspirational Gift Book of the Year Award, the 2024 Christian Literary Awards Reader’s Choice Award in the Devotional category, the 2023 Christian Literary Awards Reader’s Choice Award in four categories, and the Christian Literary Awards Henri Award for Devotionals YouVersion Devotional, Today is Going to be a Good Day version 1 YouVersion Devotional, Today is Going to be a Good Day version 2 Revive & Thrive Women’s Online Conference Revive & Thrive Summit 2 Trusting God through Cancer Summit 1 Trusting God through Cancer Summit 2 Breaking Anxiety’s Grip: How to Reclaim the Peace God Promises by Dr. Michelle Bengtson, winner of the AWSA 2020 Best Christian Living Book First Place, the first place winner for the Best Christian Living Book, the 2020 Carolina Christian Writer’s Conference Contest winner for nonfiction, and winner of the 2021 Christian Literary Award’s Reader’s Choice Award in all four categories for which it was nominated (Non-Fiction Victorious Living, Christian Living Day By Day, Inspirational Breaking Free and Testimonial Justified by Grace categories.) YouVersion Bible Reading Plan for Breaking Anxiety’s Grip Breaking Anxiety’s Grip Free Study Guide Free PDF Resource: How to Fight Fearful/Anxious Thoughts and Win Hope Prevails: Insights from a Doctor’s Personal Journey Through Depression by Dr. Michelle Bengtson, winner of the Christian Literary Award Henri and Reader’s Choice Award Hope Prevails Bible Study by Dr. Michelle Bengtson, winner of the Christian Literary Award Reader’s Choice Award Free Webinar: Help for When You’re Feeling Blue Social Media Links for Host and Guest: Connect with Janet McHenry: Website / Looking Up Mini-Magazine / Facebook / X / Pinterest / LinkedIn / Instagram For more hope, stay connected with Dr. Bengtson at: Order Book Sacred Scars / Order Book The Hem of His Garment / Order Book Today is Going to be a Good Day / Order Book Breaking Anxiety’s Grip / Order Book Hope Prevails / Website / Blog / Facebook / Twitter (@DrMBengtson) / LinkedIn / Instagram / Pinterest / YouTube / Podcast on Apple Guest: Janet McHenry and her husband, a cattle rancher, wear sacred scars from his wrongful felony conviction that was overturned in appellate court two years later. A national speaker, Janet is the author of 27 books—eight on prayer, including the bestselling PrayerWalk and her newest, Praying Personalities. The parents of four adult children, Janet and Craig live in the Sierra Valley in northern California, where she serves as prayer coordinator for her church and on the state leadership tam for the National Day of Prayer. Hosted By: Dr. Michelle Bengtson Audio Technical Support: Bryce Bengtson Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Air Date: 6–30-25 Today, Jay!, Amanda, Deon, and Erin discuss: Shifting the way we think and talk about the benefits of peaceful nonviolence at anti-fascist protests  The unlimited patience for capitalism vs. the knee-jerk “Impossible!” for left-wing ideas The centrists Democrats (and their consultants) missing the forest for the trees An antidote to decades of neoliberal approaches to policy (and we reject Ezra Klein's “Abundance”)   FOLLOW US ON:  Bluesky Mastadon Instagram Facebook YouTube Nostr public key: npub1tjxxp0x5mcgl2svwhm39qf002st2zdrkz6yxmaxr6r2fh0pv49qq2pem0e   REFERENCES: Trump's Manufactured Crisis and the Urgency of Strategic Nonviolence - In These Times A Song of “Full Self-Driving”: Elon Isn't Tony Stark. He's Michael Scott. - The Bulwark They Always Call You Unrealistic - Current Affairs The Gobs of Money and Lack of Vision at the Heart of Centrism - In These Times Red Tape Isn't the Only Reason America Can't Build - The Atlantic SOLVED! SONG! Concepts: Human Intelligence * Song: Artificial Intelligence: “Make Some Enemies” inspired directly by SOLVED! #13: “How to Make Enemies and Influence People” (June 30, 2025)     TAKE ACTION: Use the 5 Calls app for scripts and to reach all your elected officials about stopping the Big Stupid Cruel Bill Capitol Switchboard: 202-224-3121 July 17th - National Day of Action - Good Trouble Lives On Find your Indivisible group - or start one Write to the DNC   Join our Discord Server Reach us via Signal: Bestoftheleft.01 Leave a message at 202-999-3991   Produced by: Jay! Tomlinson Thanks for listening! Visit us at BestOfTheLeft.com Contact me directly at Jay@BestOfTheLeft.com  Review the show on Apple Podcasts!

In this episode, Melanie celebrates the National Day of Joy and emphasizes that joy can be accessed in the present moment without needing extra resources. She shares simple practices to experience joy, such as savoring food, self-hugging, and connecting with nature. The conversation encourages listeners to choose joy daily and recognize their worth.A Moment of Gratitude for our sponsor. Michele Aiken

On The BIG Show today, we talk about the SG60 celebrations at the airport! Check out the full article here: https://www.straitstimes.com/singapore/free-concert-light-shows-among-events-in-and-around-changi-airport-to-celebrate-sg60 Connect with us on Instagram: @kiss92fm @Glennn @angeliqueteo Producers: @shalinisusan97 @snailgirl2000See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It is National Day of Joy... What brings you joy? We hear scenarios from listeners and tell them whether they are right or wrong. Are you and your partner in a screen divorce? We announce that Johnny's House LIVE is BACK! We hear some true stories from the listeners. Nurys no longer has a roommate... have you had some roommate drama? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It is National Day of Joy... What brings you joy? We hear scenarios from listeners and tell them whether they are right or wrong. Are you and your partner in a screen divorce? We announce that Johnny's House LIVE is BACK! We hear some true stories from the listeners. Nurys no longer has a roommate... have you had some roommate drama? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Air Date: 6–23-25 Today, Jay!, Amanda, Deon, and Erin discuss: The long history of nostalgia in politics as we find ourselves reliving the 1980s How MAGA Youth have a lot in common with Reagan Youth (a la Alex P. Keaton) without the context Trump's Reaganitis: All the ways Trump is just straight up copying Reagan and how he could fail like him too The “Landlord in Chief” and how to fight back against the new feudalism   FOLLOW US ON: Bluesky Mastadon Instagram Facebook YouTube   REFERENCES: Donald Trump and the '80s Aesthetic - Jacobin The 1980s Are Back, and Not in a Good Way - The New York Times Trump's Big Fail: Making America the 1980s Again - Mother Jones Trump is What Happens When You Give a Landlord Power - Current Affairs   EXTRAS: “Wrestling is Drag” - Smartypants Dropout.tv https://youtube.com/shorts/zw9bNgKogUI   TAKE ACTION: Use the 5 Calls app for scripts and to reach all your elected officials about stopping the Big Stupid Cruel Bill Capitol Switchboard: 202-224-3121 July 17th - National Day of Action - Good Trouble Lives On Find your Indivisible group - or start one Write to the DNC     Join our Discord Server Reach us via Signal: Bestoftheleft.01 Leave a message at 202-999-3991   Produced by: Jay! Tomlinson Thanks for listening! Visit us at BestOfTheLeft.com Contact me directly at Jay@BestOfTheLeft.com Review the show on Apple Podcasts!

What if your greatest trials became the foundation for someone else's breakthrough? In this deeply moving episode of Her God Story, Kathy Branzell opens her heart about walking through shattered dreams, a 14-year battle with cancer, and the heartbreak of her son's life-threatening illness—only to discover that God was weaving a legacy far greater than she imagined.Through every detour, Kathy chose prayer over panic and purpose over pity—and now leads a nationwide movement of intercession as President of the National Day of Prayer Task Force. Her story is a powerful reminder that the faith you live today becomes the hope others carry tomorrow.As you listen, you'll be encouraged to see your pain through God's perspective, find strength for your own journey, and be equipped to leave a legacy of unshakable faith—one that echoes through generations.Rate the Show! Click here for SHOW NOTES!Start a Her God Story Podcast Club! Learn more here!Share this message with a friend and subscribe for weekly encouragement and inspiration! Check out HerGodStory.org for a FREE 6-WEEK DEVOTIONAL and to see upcoming guests. Want to help Widows and Orphans? Join our growing company of women meeting special needs of parentless children and nurturing their unique gifts so they can be ALL God has in mind for them! And help meet real needs of women who have given a lifetime of service to God! Support the Somebody Cares Widows and Orphan fund today! Learn more about the ministry at SomebodyCares.org, Read Jodie's BLOG at LivingYourFaith.netFOLLOW US ON:Facebook: @SomebodyCaresAmerica Youtube: SomebodyCaresAmerica Rumble: SomebodyCares X: _SomebodyCares.Instagram: SomebodyCaresAmericaLinkedIn: Somebody Cares America You can also receive periodic ministry updates or join our prayer team by signing up here!

*Donate to help us make more shows at [www.faytene.tv/donate](http://www.faytene.tv/donate) or by calling 1-866-844-0844.*In this powerful episode, we sit down with Jonathan Lewis and Steve Holstrom—two visionary leaders mobilizing Christian business owners to transform their communities and the nation. *In this episode:*- How faith-driven entrepreneurs are *rising in the face of economic uncertainty*- The incredible story behind The Altar—a property bought in obedience to God that *sparked revival*- Why finding your *assignment* is key to unlocking God's provision- Encouragement for business owners *considering leaving Canada*- A special invitation to the *National Day of Prayer in Ottawa* – July 11–12This is more than a conversation—it's a *call to action* for Canadian believers in business. 

Comprehensive coverage of the day's news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. Israeli attack on Iran raise fears of regional conflagration, as diplomats call for de-escalation “No Kings” national day of action against Trump, ICE planned for Saturday Disability activists fear financial mismanagement could shutter Lighthouse for the Blind and Visually Impaired in SF State budget agreement scales back immigrant health cuts, more negotiations expected before July 1 Activists want promise shuttered CA prisons don't get re-purposed for immigrant detentions Oakland activists rally after deadly police chase, say CHP ignores city policy and endangers lives The post Israeli attack on Iran raise fears of regional conflagration; “No Kings” national day of action against Trump, ICE planned for Saturday – June 13, 2025 appeared first on KPFA.

In hour 1, protests have began in the Saint Louis area, but they have been only peaceful so far. However, we are expecting protests to get less peaceful over the weekend. We also hear today's national anthem from Carrie Underwood! Marc & Kim dive into the biggest stories of the day in The Shortlist, as well as discussing the fact that these protestors have some sort of funding to put them where they're at. What does AI mean? The FDA is using AI in a new way, but is facing some pushback from employees as well as the community. The FDA assures the community that this is something that will be a good thing. There has been an ongoing issue in the Francis Howell school district. A female student is scared to use the bathroom because a biological male is using the restroom. How is this allowed? In hour 2, the 'no kings' protest has been given a new nickname. They are calling it "the National Day of Defiance." Marc & Kim dive into the biggest stories of the day in The Shortlist. Law enforcement continue to be attacked in Los Angeles, but a fed-up citizen has had enough and decides to stand up to one of them. Tom Ackerman, KMOX Sports Director, joins the show to discuss Cardinals baseball, Rams allocation money for renovations at the dome and curiosity if the Battlehawks and UFL will be able to survive after this season. An unusual car chase has taken place involving a tractor. Most people enjoy sleeping with their dogs, but how well do you sleep when your pet sleeps in your bed with you? In hour 3, Marc & Kim dive into the biggest stories of the day in The Shortlist, as well as interviews and soundbites that have been pulled from the protests. Jim Talent, former U.S. Senator, joins the show to discuss Iran attempting to grow their nuclear arsenal. Non-essential employees have been advised to leave the country, which suggests something might be brewing from the U.S. or Israel. The Kansas City stadium bill passed with flying colors and a 32-vote margin. The bill now lands on Governor Kehoe's desk for it to be passed and put into law. The new trend when celebrities win an award, is for them to call out the injustice of the country and of President Trump instead of thanking people and their fans. Trump and Vance went to a show at the Kennedy Center last night, and it had some actors protesting the performance. In hour 4, Jen Olson joins the show to discuss the current ruling in Blue Springs where a student sued for being discriminated against when using the women's bathroom as a biological male. She also discusses the current problem that arose in the Francis Howell School District. Shannon Bream, host of Fox News Sunday, joins the show to discuss the incompetence of Los Angeles mayor Karen Bass, as well as the big beautiful bill. Griff Jenkins, Washington-based correspondent for Fox News Channel, joins the show to discuss a Democratic hearing that he is about to attend on Capitol Hill. Governor Ron DeSantis refreshes a law stating that you can drive through violent protests if they are posing your threat to you. If you are going somewhere important, such as a hospital, and the protestors are blocking the highway, what would you do to ensure you get where you need to go.

The 'no kings' protest has been given a new nickname. They are calling it "the National Day of Defiance." Marc & Kim dive into the biggest stories of the day in The Shortlist.

The 'no kings' protest has been given a new nickname. They are calling it "the National Day of Defiance." Marc & Kim dive into the biggest stories of the day in The Shortlist. Law enforcement continue to be attacked in Los Angeles, but a fed-up citizen has had enough and decides to stand up to one of them. Tom Ackerman, KMOX Sports Director, joins the show to discuss Cardinals baseball, Rams allocation money for renovations at the dome and curiosity if the Battlehawks and UFL will be able to survive after this season. An unusual car chase has taken place involving a tractor. In other news, most people enjoy sleeping with their dogs, but how well do you sleep when your pet sleeps in your bed with you?

With tanks rolling down the street in DC on Saturday and troops being deployed to LA, it's never been more important to come together in nonviolent action to exercise our First Amendment right to peaceful protest. That's what the organization Indivisible says about Saturday's National Day of Defiance – the nationwide “No Kings” protests – go to nokings.org to find one near you. Ezra Levin will explain; he's co-founder and co-executive director of Indivisible.Also: Who, exactly, is being arrested by ICE agents in Los Angeles? Why is the National Guard downtown LA? And What are the 700 marines Trump sent to LA supposed to do? Harold Meyerson will comment - he's editor at large of The American Prospect.Plus: Trump is not the worst president when it comes to constitutional rights and civil liberties; Woodrow Wilson was worse. Adam Hochschild explains why – starting with jailing thousands of people whose only crime was speaking out against the president. Adam's most recent book is 'American Midnight: The Great War, A Violent Peace, and Democracy's Forgotten Crisis.' (First recorded April 23, 2025.)

With tanks rolling down the street in DC on Saturday and troops being deployed to LA, it's never been more important to come together in nonviolent action to exercise our First Amendment right to peaceful protest. That's what the organization Indivisible says about Saturday's National Day of Defiance – the nationwide “No Kings” protests. Ezra Levin will explain; he's co-founder and co-executive director of Indivisible. Also: Who, exactly, is being arrested by ICE agents in Los Angeles? Why is the National Guard downtown LA? And What are the 700 marines Trump sent to LA supposed to do? Harold Meyerson will comment - he's editor at large of The American Prospect.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

With tanks rolling down the street in DC on Saturday and troops being deployed to LA, it's never been more important to come together in nonviolent action to exercise our First Amendment right to peaceful protest. That's what the organization Indivisible says about Saturday's National Day of Defiance – the nationwide “No Kings” protests. Ezra Levin will explain; he's co-founder and co-executive director of Indivisible. Also: Who, exactly, is being arrested by ICE agents in Los Angeles? Why is the National Guard downtown LA? And What are the 700 marines Trump sent to LA supposed to do? Harold Meyerson will comment - he's editor at large of The American Prospect.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

With tanks rolling down the street in DC on Saturday and troops being deployed to LA, it's never been more important to come together in nonviolent action to exercise our First Amendment right to peaceful protest. That's what the organization Indivisible says about Saturday's National Day of Defiance – the nationwide “No Kings” protests. Ezra Levin will explain; he's co-founder and co-executive director of Indivisible. Also: Who, exactly, is being arrested by ICE agents in Los Angeles? Why is the National Guard downtown LA? And What are the 700 marines Trump sent to LA supposed to do? Harold Meyerson will comment - he's editor at large of The American Prospect.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Fluent Fiction - Swedish: From Fear to Fireworks: A Swedish Celebration Transformed Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/sv/episode/2025-06-06-22-34-02-sv Story Transcript:Sv: Solens strålar glittrade över Sunny Beach på Sveriges nationaldag.En: The sun's rays sparkled over Sunny Beach on Sweden's National Day.Sv: Flaggan vajade i vinden och strandens sand brände under fötterna.En: The flag waved in the wind, and the beach's sand burned underfoot.Sv: Linnea, Erik och Lars hade bestämt sig för att njuta av firandet.En: Linnea, Erik, and Lars had decided to enjoy the celebration.Sv: Linnea såg sig omkring, fylld av förväntan.En: Linnea looked around, filled with anticipation.Sv: Hon ville skapa nya minnen, trots att hon kände sig nervös inför att prova nya saker.En: She wanted to create new memories, despite feeling nervous about trying new things.Sv: Stranden var full av glada människor, marknadsstånd och doften av nygrillat.En: The beach was full of happy people, market stalls, and the scent of freshly grilled food.Sv: Erik och Lars hade redan köpt svenska flaggor att vifta med.En: Erik and Lars had already bought Swedish flags to wave.Sv: Linnea följde med dem till ett stånd som sålde lokala specialiteter.En: Linnea accompanied them to a stall selling local specialties.Sv: Den heta solen gjorde dem hungriga, och Erik insisterade på att de skulle prova något nytt.En: The hot sun made them hungry, and Erik insisted that they try something new.Sv: "Du måste smaka det här," sa Erik och pekade på en maträtt med exotiska färger.En: "You have to taste this," said Erik, pointing to a dish with exotic colors.Sv: Linnea tvekade men ville inte verka tråkig.En: Linnea hesitated but didn't want to seem boring.Sv: Hon tog en tugga och försökte dölja sin oro.En: She took a bite and tried to hide her anxiety.Sv: Allt kändes bra tills en brännande känsla började sprida sig över hennes hud.En: Everything felt fine until a burning sensation began to spread over her skin.Sv: Hon kände hur hennes händer blev svullna och hennes andetag blev ansträngda.En: She felt her hands swell, and her breathing became labored.Sv: Panik började bubbla upp, hennes värsta mardröm blev sann.En: Panic started to bubble up, her worst nightmare coming true.Sv: Erik och Lars märkte snabbt att något var fel.En: Erik and Lars quickly noticed something was wrong.Sv: "Linnea, hur mår du?"En: "Linnea, how are you doing?"Sv: frågade Lars oroligt, hans ögon svepte över hennes rodnande ansikte.En: asked Lars worriedly, his eyes scanning her flushed face.Sv: "Jag...En: "I...Sv: Jag tror jag är allergisk mot något," viskade Linnea skräckslagen.En: I think I'm allergic to something," whispered Linnea in terror.Sv: Linnea tvekade mellan att försöka klara sig eller söka hjälp.En: Linnea hesitated between trying to handle it herself or seeking help.Sv: Men som symptomen tilltog blev valet givet.En: But as the symptoms worsened, the choice became clear.Sv: Med darrande händer tog hon Erik och Lars i armarna, och tillsammans skyndade de till första hjälpen-stationen vid stranden.En: With trembling hands, she took Erik and Lars by the arms, and together they hurried to the first aid station by the beach.Sv: Bland den festivalstämda folkmassan ledde Erik och Lars Linnea genom det glada kaoset.En: Among the festival-spirited crowd, Erik and Lars led Linnea through the happy chaos.Sv: Sjukvårdspersonalen tog snabbt hand om henne, gav henne medicin och lämnade henne att vila medan hennes vänner väntade vid hennes sida.En: Medical staff quickly attended to her, gave her medication, and left her to rest while her friends waited by her side.Sv: Med solen som började gå ned, gick Linneas hjärtslag tillbaka till normal takt.En: With the sun beginning to set, Linnea's heartbeat returned to a normal pace.Sv: Hon såg på Erik och Lars med tacksamhet.En: She looked at Erik and Lars with gratitude.Sv: "Tack för att ni stannade hos mig," sa hon, leende trots tröttheten.En: "Thank you for staying with me," she said, smiling despite the fatigue.Sv: "Du behöver aldrig klara allting ensam," sa Erik med ett förståendes leende.En: "You never need to handle everything alone," said Erik with an understanding smile.Sv: När mörkret föll och fyrverkerierna började lysa upp himlen, var Linnea med dem igen, redo att fira.En: As darkness fell and fireworks began to light up the sky, Linnea was with them again, ready to celebrate.Sv: Festligheterna fortsatte långt in på kvällen, och hennes dag, som hade börjat med ångest och oväntade upplevelser, slutade i skratt och glädje.En: The festivities continued late into the night, and her day, which had started with anxiety and unexpected experiences, ended in laughter and joy.Sv: Linnea lärde sig något viktigt den dagen—att balansera mellan försiktighet och att våga sig på äventyr.En: Linnea learned something important that day—how to balance caution with daring adventure.Sv: Och hon insåg vikten av att luta sig på vänner i svåra stunder.En: And she realized the importance of leaning on friends in difficult moments.Sv: Den svenska sommarnatten svepte omkring dem, och med varma nyfunna insikter omvandlade dagens utmaningar till ett minne värd att minnas.En: The Swedish summer night enveloped them, and with newfound insights, the day's challenges transformed into a memory worth remembering. Vocabulary Words:rays: strålarsparkled: glittradeanticipation: förväntanstalls: ståndexotic: exotiskahesitated: tvekadeanxiety: orosensation: känslaswollen: svullnalabored: ansträngdapanic: panikterror: skräcktrembling: darrandechaos: kaosattended: tog hand ommedication: medicingratitude: tacksamhetfatigue: trötthetdaring: våga siginsights: insikterbalance: balanseraterrified: skräckslagenfeastivities: festligheternaunexpected: oväntadeembrace: omfamnaswirling: svepteencounter: upplevelserignite: lysa uppexplored: utforskaswavering: vifta

John Lynch, co-author of "Gospel Zero," talks about the difference between being called a saint instead of a sinner and the importance of Romans 6:14. Kathy Branzell from the National Day of Prayer Taskforce shares about the priority of having other people covering you in prayer daily and meeting people with compassion, while shifting the focus back to Jesus. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Owner of Taos Fly Shop, Nick Streit comes in to talk about the "Not For Sale" Rally happening this Saturday June 14th. This is a National Day of Action, protecting public lands from privatization. All this with TJ on News Radio KKOBSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of The Covenant Eyes Podcast, Karen Potter sits down with Kerry Hasenbalg—respected speaker, spiritual director, and author of The Way of Becoming—to explore how soul care, storytelling, and biblical discipleship can bring deep emotional and spiritual healing.

The Capital Region protested outside Albany Airport on May 31st, engaging in a National Day of Action against Avelo Airlines which operates flights out of Albany International Airport and is contracted with the Trump Administration to deport and help disappear the people that ICE has been kidnapping and sending to foreign gulags. Protesters brought hand made signs and energy to tell Avelo Airlines that they will not tolerate their profiteering from Trump's unconstitutional acts. Hudson Mohawk Magazine's Andrea Cunliffe was there and brings you this report speaking with Indivisible's Bryan Pas Hernandes, Marianna Achlaoug, and Andreas Kriefall of Indivisible Albany, and Alexander Flood Director of Communications for New York Senator Patricia Fahy. NY Senator Patricia Fahy supports for the proposed SafeAirAct, learn more at StopAvelo.org Indivisable.org This image is from Wikimedia Commons, made available under the Creative Commons CC0 1.0 Universal Public Domain Dedication.

Fluent Fiction - Swedish: Casting Votes & Traditions: A Swedish National Day Tale Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/sv/episode/2025-05-31-22-34-02-sv Story Transcript:Sv: Solen sken över den livfulla bytorget.En: The sun shone over the lively village square.Sv: Svenska flaggor fladdrade i den milda vårbrisen.En: Svenska flags fluttered in the gentle spring breeze.Sv: Dagarna var ljusare och festligare, för den svenska nationaldagen närmade sig.En: The days were brighter and more festive, as the svenska nationaldagen approached.Sv: Olle stoppade upp för ett ögonblick och tog ett djupt andetag.En: Olle paused for a moment and took a deep breath.Sv: Han kände en blandning av stolthet och lite nervositet.En: He felt a mix of pride and a bit of nervousness.Sv: Idag var en viktig dag av två anledningar: det var hans första lokala val att rösta i, och hans dotter Klara hade just tagit studenten.En: Today was an important day for two reasons: it was his first local election to vote in, and his daughter Klara had just graduated.Sv: Hon stod bredvid honom, klädd i den traditionella studentmössan, med ett brett leende och en krans av blommor runt halsen.En: She stood next to him, dressed in the traditional graduation cap, with a broad smile and a garland of flowers around her neck.Sv: "Pappa, jag kan inte vänta med att fira med mina vänner," sa Klara, ögonen glittrande av förväntan.En: "Dad, I can't wait to celebrate with my friends," Klara said, her eyes sparkling with anticipation.Sv: Olle log, men hans hjärta bar på en tyngd.En: Olle smiled, but his heart carried a weight.Sv: Han ville så gärna visa Klara hur viktigt det var att rösta.En: He wanted so much to show Klara how important it was to vote.Sv: På andra sidan torget stod Maja, Olles mor.En: On the other side of the square stood Maja, Olle's mother.Sv: Hon hade varit med om många val.En: She had experienced many elections.Sv: Hennes visdom var en skatt, och hennes historier kunde fascillera vilken lyssnare som helst.En: Her wisdom was a treasure, and her stories could fascinate any listener.Sv: "Kom, vi går till vallokalen först," föreslog Olle försiktigt.En: "Come, let's go to the polling station first," suggested Olle gently.Sv: Klara såg tveksamt på honom.En: Klara looked at him hesitantly.Sv: "Men pappa, jag vill inte missa studentfesten," svarade hon och såg lockad ut mot sina vänner som vinkade från ett hörn.En: "But dad, I don't want to miss the graduation party," she replied, glancing longingly at her friends waving from a corner.Sv: Maja närmade sig dem, hennes steg lugna och stadiga.En: Maja approached them, her steps calm and steady.Sv: "Klara, när jag var ung, betydde valet frihet och förändring.En: "Klara, when I was young, the election meant freedom and change.Sv: Jag hoppas du en dag kan känna samma sak," sa hon med en varm röst.En: I hope you can feel the same one day," she said with a warm voice.Sv: Olles hjärta mjuknade, men han höll fast vid sin övertygelse.En: Olle's heart softened, but he remained firm in his conviction.Sv: "Jag lovar, vi kommer att fira stort efteråt," sa han till Klara.En: "I promise, we'll celebrate big afterwards," he told Klara.Sv: "Men just nu vill jag att du ser vad det innebär att rösta."En: "But right now, I want you to see what it means to vote."Sv: Tillsammans gick de mot den lilla röda byggnaden i mitten av torget.En: Together they walked toward the small red building in the middle of the square.Sv: Det var en kö av människor som väntade, och stämningen var förväntansfull.En: There was a line of people waiting, and the atmosphere was expectant.Sv: Olle såg ner på Klara och sa, "Vet du varför den svenska nationaldagen är viktig, inte bara som en fest?"En: Olle looked down at Klara and said, "Do you know why the svenska nationaldagen is important, not just as a festivity?"Sv: Klara skakade på huvudet.En: Klara shook her head.Sv: Olle fortsatte: "Vi firar demokratins och röstningens betydelse.En: Olle continued, "We celebrate the importance of democracy and voting.Sv: Det är att uttrycka vår åsikt och påverka framtiden."En: It's about expressing our opinion and influencing the future."Sv: I det ögonblicket såg Klara rösten i ett nytt ljus.En: In that moment, Klara saw voting in a new light.Sv: Hon sneglade mot sina vänner igen men stannade sedan beslutsamt bredvid sin pappa.En: She glanced at her friends again but then resolutely stayed by her dad's side.Sv: "Okej, pappa," sa hon leende, "jag vill rösta med dig."En: "Okay, dad," she said smiling, "I want to vote with you."Sv: Medan de röstade tillsammans i den lilla vallokalen, såg Klara stolt på när Olle förklarade valsedlarna och processen.En: As they voted together in the small polling station, Klara looked on proudly as Olle explained the ballots and the process.Sv: När de var klara, kände hon en glädje som inte bara var för studenten, utan för att ha delat något viktigt med sin far.En: When they were finished, she felt a joy not just for graduation, but also for sharing something important with her father.Sv: När de steg ut ur lokalen sken solen fortfarande, ännu ljusare än förut.En: As they stepped out of the polling station, the sun still shone, even brighter than before.Sv: Olle lade armen om Klara och sa, "Du har nu röstat i ditt första val.En: Olle put his arm around Klara and said, "You've now voted in your first election.Sv: Nu är du redo för både livet och fest."En: Now you're ready for both life and celebration."Sv: Klara log och kramade sin far.En: Klara smiled and hugged her father.Sv: Maja, som hade växlat några ord med en gammal vän, anslöt sig till dem.En: Maja, who had exchanged a few words with an old friend, joined them.Sv: Med en blick full av stolthet sa hon, "Du gjorde rätt, Olle.En: With a look full of pride, she said, "You did the right thing, Olle.Sv: Och du visar redan vishet, Klara."En: And you're already showing wisdom, Klara."Sv: Med ett hjärta fyllt av gemensam förståelse gick de tillsammans, redo att både fira och ära det som verkligen betydde.En: With hearts full of mutual understanding, they walked together, ready to both celebrate and honor what truly mattered. Vocabulary Words:fluttered: fladdradeapproached: närmade sighesitantly: tveksamtconviction: övertygelsescarred: såradanticipated: förväntangarland: kransvolition: viljaexpress: uttryckainfluence: påverkafestivity: festlighetresolutely: beslutsamtglanced: snegladehesitancy: tvekansteadily: stadigtwisdom: visdompride: stolthetfascinate: fascilleraanticipation: förväntansteadfast: orubbligmomentarily: ögonblickligenresolve: beslutsamhetfreedom: frihetdemocracy: demokratireflection: eftertankeemerge: framträdaballots: valsedlarillumination: upplysthetmutual: gemensamhonor: ära

Kathy Branzell, President of the National Day of Prayer says: there's the idea that when I work, I work, but when I pray, God works.  So how about YOU? Are you working, when you should be praying?  Are you starting work first, before you pray? Are you taking God's place for the results by over-working?  There's a beautiful balance we can obtain between work and prayer. We can choose to pray first, then work. And then pray, staying in constant contact with the Lord to guide and direct our work, vs. all that extra-efforting stuff. Psalm 127 says: It is useless for you to work so hard from early morning until late at night, anxiously working for food to eat; for God gives rest to his loved ones.”  We challenge you today, to incorporate prayer INTO your work, and trust God for the results and experience a little of His rest. 

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Fluent Fiction - Norwegian: From Solitude to Celebration: Sofie's Oslo Adventure Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/no/episode/2025-05-23-22-34-02-no Story Transcript:No: Sofie sto ved inngangen til den store skyskraperen i Oslo.En: Sofie stood at the entrance to the large skyscraper in Oslo.No: Hun hadde aldri vært i en så stor by før.En: She had never been in such a big city before.No: Bygningen ruvet over henne, høyt og glinsende i solen på en fin vårdag.En: The building loomed over her, tall and glistening in the sun on a fine spring day.No: Det var 17. mai, Norges nasjonaldag, og festlighetene var i full gang i gatene.En: It was 17. mai, Norway's National Day, and the festivities were in full swing in the streets.No: Flagg vaiet i vinden, og folk i bunader smilte og feiret.En: Flags waved in the wind, and people in bunader smiled and celebrated.No: Sofie var på skoletur med klassen sin, og dette var en perfekt anledning til å vise hvor selvstendig hun kunne være.En: Sofie was on a school trip with her class, and this was a perfect opportunity to show how independent she could be.No: Hun kjente at noe kriblet i magen, en blanding av spenning og eventyrlyst.En: She felt a flutter in her stomach, a mix of excitement and adventurousness.No: Kanskje var dette dagen da hun skulle vise seg selv og andre at hun kunne stå på egne ben.En: Perhaps this was the day she would prove to herself and others that she could stand on her own.No: Inne i skyskraperen var det hektisk.En: Inside the skyscraper, it was hectic.No: Klasserommet skulle opp til den flotte utsiktsplattformen helt på toppen.En: The classroom was headed to the magnificent observation platform at the very top.No: Hun kastet et raskt blikk rundt seg.En: She cast a quick glance around her.No: Sofie var ivrig etter å se alt, men i all hast klarte hun å miste gruppen sin.En: Sofie was eager to see everything, but in her haste, she managed to lose her group.No: Hun så seg rundt, men de andre barna fra klassen var ingen steder å se.En: She looked around, but the other children from the class were nowhere to be seen.No: Sofie visste at dette kunne være sjansen til å utforske på egen hånd.En: Sofie knew this could be her chance to explore on her own.No: Med et bestemt steg fulgte hun instinktet sitt og gikk mot heisen.En: With a determined step, she followed her instinct and headed towards the elevator.No: Hun trykket på knappen til øverste etasje.En: She pressed the button for the top floor.No: Hun visste at det var der hun måtte gå for å få den beste utsikten og kanskje finne sine klassekamerater.En: She knew that was where she needed to go to get the best view and perhaps find her classmates.No: Da dørene til heisen åpnet seg på toppen, ble Sofie møtt av en fantastisk utsikt over Oslo.En: When the elevator doors opened at the top, Sofie was met with a fantastic view over Oslo.No: Byen strakte seg ut foran henne i alle retninger, med grønne parker, travle gater, og fjorden som glitret i solen.En: The city stretched out before her in all directions, with green parks, busy streets, and the fjord sparkling in the sun.No: Sofie glemte nesten bekymringen sin da hun så alt dette.En: Sofie almost forgot her worry when she saw all this.No: "Hva synes du?" spurte en stemme bak henne.En: "What do you think?" asked a voice behind her.No: Sofie snudde seg og så en ung mann som smilte vennlig.En: Sofie turned around and saw a young man smiling kindly.No: "Jeg heter Eirik," sa han. "Er du alene?"En: "I'm Eirik," he said. "Are you alone?"No: Sofie nikket, litt flau.En: Sofie nodded, a bit embarrassed.No: "Jeg rotet meg bort fra klassen min," sa hun. "Jeg vet ikke helt hvordan jeg skal finne dem."En: "I got separated from my class," she said. "I'm not really sure how to find them."No: "Ikke bekymre deg," sa Eirik. "Jeg studerer her i Oslo og kan hjelpe deg med å finne veien tilbake. Vi ser etter dem sammen."En: "Don't worry," said Eirik. "I study here in Oslo and can help you find your way back. We'll look for them together."No: De snakket mens de gikk ned igjen til lobbyen.En: They talked as they made their way back down to the lobby.No: Sofie fortalte Eirik om den lille byen hun kom fra og hvordan hun ønsket å oppleve mer.En: Sofie told Eirik about the small town she came from and how she wanted to experience more.No: Eirik hørte tålmodig og ga henne noen råd om gode steder å besøke i Oslo.En: Eirik listened patiently and gave her some advice on good places to visit in Oslo.No: Til slutt fant de Sofies klassekamerater i parken utenfor.En: Finally, they found Sofie's classmates in the park outside.No: Hun løp bort til dem med en gang, og Lena, den beste venninnen hennes, klemte henne hardt.En: She ran to them immediately, and Lena, her best friend, hugged her tightly.No: Sofie takket Eirik for hjelpen.En: Sofie thanked Eirik for his help.No: Han vinket farvel og forsvant i mengden.En: He waved goodbye and vanished into the crowd.No: Tilbake med klassen sin, følte Sofie seg annerledes.En: Back with her class, Sofie felt different.No: Hun hadde opplevd noe nytt, og hun visste nå at hun kunne stole på seg selv når det virkelig gjaldt.En: She had experienced something new, and she now knew she could rely on herself when it really mattered.No: Hun følte seg mer selvsikker, klar for flere eventyr.En: She felt more confident, ready for more adventures.No: Hun smilte for seg selv mens hun så på de vågale akrobatene i barnetoget som gikk forbi.En: She smiled to herself as she watched the daring acrobats in the children's parade pass by.No: 17. mai hadde virkelig blitt en dag full av overraskelser og glede.En: 17. mai had truly become a day full of surprises and joy. Vocabulary Words:entrance: inngangskyscraper: skyskraperloomed: ruvetglistening: glinsendefestivities: festligheterflutter: kribletmagnificent: flotteobservation platform: utsiktsplattformhaste: hastinstinct: instinktdetermined: bestemtelevator: heisview: utsiktfjord: fjordembarrassed: flauseparated: rotet meg bortpatiently: tålmodigadvice: rådvanished: forsvantcrowd: mengderely: stoleconfident: selvsikkerdaring: vågaleacrobats: akrobatersurprises: overraskelsercelebrated: feiretopportunity: anledningindependent: selvstendigexplore: utforskeclassmates: klassekamerater

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Thursday, May 22, is the National Day of Prayer and Remembrance for Mariners and People of the Sea including U.S. Sailors, Marines, and Coast Guardsmen. In this episode of Catholic Military Life, we learn more from Sister Joanna Okereke, HHCJ, National Director of Stella Maris, the maritime apostolate of the Catholic Church.

Fluent Fiction - Norwegian: Capturing Hearts on Norway's National Day: A Love Story Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/no/episode/2025-05-17-22-34-02-no Story Transcript:No: Solen skinte over Aker Brygge, og luften var fylt med lyden av latter og rop.En: The sun shone over Aker Brygge, and the air was filled with the sound of laughter and shouts.No: Det var 17. mai, Norges nasjonaldag, og mennesker i bunader og med flagg i hendene fylte gatene.En: It was 17. mai, Norway's national day, and people in bunader with flags in their hands filled the streets.No: Sindre og Elin stod midt i folkemengden.En: Sindre and Elin stood in the middle of the crowd.No: Sindre holdt kameraet forsiktig i hendene og speidet etter det perfekte stedet å ta et bilde.En: Sindre held the camera carefully in his hands, searching for the perfect spot to take a picture.No: "Mye folk her i dag," sa Elin og kikket seg rundt.En: "A lot of people here today," said Elin, glancing around.No: Øynene hennes glitret med forventning, men det var også lett bekymring der.En: Her eyes sparkled with anticipation, but there was also a slight hint of concern.No: Hun ville ikke miste Sindre i mylderet.En: She didn't want to lose Sindre in the throng.No: "Vi finner en god plass," svarte Sindre, fast bestemt på å ta et bilde som ville leve opp til minnet fra i fjor.En: "We'll find a good spot," replied Sindre, determined to take a picture that would live up to the memory from last year.No: De begynte å bevege seg gjennom menneskemengden.En: They began to move through the crowd.No: Lukten av nygrillede pølser og vafler hang i luften.En: The smell of freshly grilled sausages and waffles hung in the air.No: Sindre stoppet stadig for å knipse bilder, men ingenting var akkurat som han ønsket.En: Sindre kept stopping to snap pictures, but nothing was quite what he wanted.No: "Kanskje vi burde gå mot vannet?" foreslo han.En: "Maybe we should head towards the water?" he suggested.No: Elin nikket, selv om hun hele tiden passet på å holde øye med han.En: Elin nodded, though she continuously kept an eye on him.No: "Bare ikke klatre opp på noe for å få det til," sa hun med et glimt i øyet, men lyden av trommer og musikk fra paradebandet forstyrret lyden av stemmen hennes.En: "Just don't climb up on anything to make it happen," she said with a glint in her eye, but the sound of drums and music from the parade band drowned out her voice.No: De nærmet seg havnen.En: They approached the harbor.No: Der, blant de mange benkene, så Sindre en mulighet.En: There, among the many benches, Sindre saw an opportunity.No: Hvis han bare kunne komme seg opp, ville han få en fantastisk utsikt.En: If only he could get up, he would have a fantastic view.No: "Jeg klatrer opp der," sa han, pekende mot en ledig benk.En: "I'll climb up there," he said, pointing at an empty bench.No: Elin så tvilende ut.En: Elin looked doubtful.No: "Vær forsiktig da," sa hun, men han var allerede på vei.En: "Be careful then," she said, but he was already on his way.No: Fra benken hadde Sindre perfekt utsikt over paraden.En: From the bench, Sindre had a perfect view of the parade.No: Han hevet kameraet, klar til å fange den norske glansen, da det gikk opp for ham.En: He raised the camera, ready to capture the Norwegian splendor when it dawned on him.No: Han hadde mistet Elin i mengden.En: He had lost Elin in the crowd.No: "Hvor er hun?" mumlet han for seg selv, hjertet slo raskere.En: "Where is she?" he mumbled to himself, his heart beating faster.No: Han speidet ut over folkemengden, men så bare et hav av rødt, hvitt, og blått.En: He scanned the crowd but saw only a sea of red, white, and blue.No: Han skjønte at han kunne miste noe viktig hvis han ikke fant henne snart.En: He realized he could lose something important if he didn't find her soon.No: Plutselig fanget en kjent rødfarget skygge hans blikk.En: Suddenly, a familiar red shadow caught his eye.No: Elins røde skjerf!En: Elin's red scarf!No: Med det som sin ledetråd, klatret Sindre raskt ned fra benken.En: With that as his guide, Sindre quickly climbed down from the bench.No: Han presset seg gjennom folkemengden, unnskyldende smil og hastverk i blikket.En: He pushed through the crowd, apologetic smiles and urgency in his gaze.No: "Elin!" ropte han da han kom nærmere.En: "Elin!" he shouted as he got closer.No: Hun snudde seg lettet mot han, smilte bredt.En: She turned towards him, relieved, with a broad smile.No: "Jeg fant deg!"En: "I found you!"No: De grinete mot hverandre, lettelsen tydelig i øynene deres.En: They grinned at each other, the relief evident in their eyes.No: "Jeg var redd jeg hadde mistet deg," sa Elin og grep hans hånd fast.En: "I was afraid I lost you," said Elin, gripping his hand tightly.No: "Det gjaldt å finne det rette bildet, men ingenting er bedre enn å dele dette sammen," innrømmet Sindre og smilte.En: "It was about finding the right picture, but nothing is better than sharing this together," admitted Sindre with a smile.No: De ble stående der sammen, holdt hverandre tett.En: They stood there together, holding each other tightly.No: Bildet han endelig tok, var et av dem begge med lysende glade fjes, klare for å dele resten av dagen sammen, hånd i hånd.En: The picture he finally took was of the two of them with beaming happy faces, ready to share the rest of the day together, hand in hand. Vocabulary Words:anticipation: forventningthrong: mylderdrowned: forstyrretopportunity: mulighetview: utsiktfantastic: fantastiskdetermined: bestemtsplendor: glansenmumbled: mumleturgent: hastverkapologetic: unnskyldenderelieved: lettethint: hintgrinned: grineteconcern: bekymringglance: kikketcapture: fangescanned: speidetbroad: bredtbeaming: lysendeapologetic: unnskyldendeshadow: skyggered: rødfargetdetermined: fast bestemtcarefully: forsiktigconcern: bekymringhastily: rasktglimpse: glimtcrowd: folkemengdensharing: dele

The most consequential church-state case of this Supreme Court term involves whether the government could – or even must – fund religious charter schools. Amanda and Holly examine key moments in the oral arguments from Oklahoma Statewide Charter School Board, et al. v. Drummond, playing clips from the courtroom and looking at how the justices may apply recent precedent to shape future law. As BJC noted in the brief we filed, if the government funds religious charter schools, it will drag our government deeper into questions it is unfit to answer on matters of doctrine and church composition. That's not government neutrality toward religion – that's religious preference repackaged as educational choice.   SHOW NOTESSegment 1 (starting at 01:53): Developments since our previous show Amanda and Holly talked about the Catholic Charities/Wisconsin case in episode 12: Back to SCOTUS: Regular business in disturbing times We released our episode with Melissa Rogers to coincide with the first 100 days of the Trump administration. It is episode 13 of season 6: Active citizenship: A conversation with Melissa Rogers about promoting religious freedom and the common good President Donald Trump issued a proclamation on the National Day of Prayer and he signed an executive order on the same day establishing the Religious Liberty Commission.  The American Bar Association has a website page dedicated to National Law Day You can click this link to read President Donald Trump's proclamation on “Loyalty Day and Law Day.” The Respecting Religion podcast won a 2025 “Best in Class” award from the Religion Communicators Council's DeRose-Hinkhouse Awards for our episode titled: “But … is it Christian nationalism?” from season 5.   Segment 2 (starting at 09:51): Oral arguments in Oklahoma Statewide Charter School Board, et al. v. Drummond Holly mentioned this article from The Washington Post by Justin Jouvenal and Laura Meckler that provides an overview of the case: How religious public schools went from a long shot to the Supreme Court Holly and Amanda discussed these cases as they worked their way through the courts in episode 16 of season 5: The trouble with *religious* charter schools BJC filed an amicus brief in Oklahoma v. Drummond, along with other Christian organizations as well as Jewish, Muslim and interfaith groups. Click here to read our brief. We played four clips in this segment from the oral arguments in Oklahoma v. Drummond. You can visit the Supreme Court's website for a transcript of the arguments and an audio recording of the arguments.  Clip #1: Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson & Solicitor General John Sauer Clip #2: Chief Justice John Roberts  Clip #3: Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson  Clip #4: Justice Elena Kagan & Michael McGinley Amanda and Holly mentioned three decisions authored by Chief Justice John Roberts that developed a new way of understanding the Free Exercise Clause. They are:  Trinity Lutheran v. Comer (2017) Espinoza v. Montana Dept. of Revenue (2020) Carson v. Makin (2022) Holly's 2017 column on the Trinity Lutheran decision is titled “Decidedly narrow, deeply troubling.”   Segment 3 (starting 37:12): What do we expect? We played one clip from the oral argument in this segment: The opening statement of Greg Garre, who argued the case for the attorney general of Oklahoma. Respecting Religion is made possible by BJC's generous donors. Your gift to BJC is tax-deductible, and you can support these conversations with a gift to BJC.

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Why is National Single Payer organizing a National Day of Action on May 31 amid cuts and freezes to public health programs? How has an incremental approach to universal health care in America made comprehensive healthcare reform more difficult? To find out, we recently talked to Dr. Ana Malinow, who spent three decades working as a pediatrician with immigrant, refugee and underserved children before retiring as clinical professor of Pediatrics from UC San Francisco School of Medicine. The past president of Physicians for a National Health Program, she is on the steering committee of National Single Payer. She's also a lead organizer for The Movement to End Privatization of Medicare. This is the first episode in a two-part series.

On this episode, we take you to the heart of Washington, D.C., where faith and public life intersect during the National Day of Prayer. It's a powerful reminder of America's Christian heritage and our nation's need for divine guidance. Pastor Rob Pacienza of Coral Ridge Presbyterian Church—who also leads the Center for Christian Statesmanship—joins the national conversation, urging believers to actively engage in politics and culture. We'll explore how the gospel speaks into every corner of public life and why prayer remains a vital force in shaping our nation's future.

On May 31, a large coalition of labor and community groups is holding a nationwide day of action to demand a national single payer healthcare system. Clearing the FOG speaks with Kay Tillow, an organizer of the action and member of the leading organization, NationalSinglePayer.com. Tillow speaks about the current healthcare crisis in the United States and why it is imperative that people organize now for a solution, such as national improved Medicare for all. Tillow critiques the Medicare for All legislation that was recently introduced in both houses of Congress and what we need to do to move the bills forward. For more information, visit PopularResistance.org.

Sam provides updates on the Trump regime discussing ending the foundational right to Habeas Corpus, plus the ominous arrest of Newark, NJ Mayor Ras Baraka, and the expanding and intensifying cruelty of Trump's ICE agents. Then, she talks with Dr. Raz Segal, Program Director, Master of Arts in Holocaust and Genocide Studies & Associate Professor of Holocaust and Genocide Studies at Stockton University about the links between the escalating genocide in Gaza and fascism in the US.This week: Thursday May 15: PROTEST at the US SUPREME COURT Washington DC 9:00 AM HANDS OFF BIRTHRIGHT CITIZENSHIP! In the Name of Humanity, We Refuse to Accept a Fascist America TRUMP MUST GO NOW! Saturday May 17: National Day of Protest to Demand The Fascist Trump Regime Must Go Now! In big cities and small towns across this country, this should be a day of nonviolent protests, rallies and marches. Get involved, join in protests near you, and add your name to the Call to Conscience... Call to Act at refusefascism.orgRequired reading: To my newborn son: I am absent not out of apathy, but conviction by Mahmoud KhalilWe are on TikTok officially now! Follow ⁠⁠⁠⁠@refusefashism⁠⁠⁠⁠ (that spelling is intentional to get around TikTok censors).Send your comments to samanthagoldman@refusefascism.org or find Refuse Fascism on all the socials, usually spelled correctly. Connect with the movement at⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ RefuseFascism.org⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and support: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠patreon.com/refusefascism⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Music for this episode: Penny the Snitch by Ikebe Shakedown

Welcome to the best of Matenaer On Air!! We've curated the best of this week and we hope you enjoy the show!! Congressman and "yelly-est" elected official in Wisconsin, Derrick Van Orden really wants you to have SNAP Benefits, but he also voted for the budget blueprint, which seeks to (wait for it) cut benefits, including SNAP. Corinne Hendrickson is a child care professional and returns to the show to talk about the National Day of Action event happening on May 12 and the dyer need for child care funding increases, which seems to be on the chopping block by the Wisconsin GOP. You can find a NDA event near you, by clicking here. And our long regional nightmare, is finally over. As always, thank you for listening, texting and calling, we couldn't do this without you! Don't forget to download the free Civic Media app and take us wherever you are in the world! Matenaer On Air is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Monday through Friday from 10 am - noon across the state. Subscribe to the podcast to be sure not to miss out on a single episode! You can also rate us on your podcast distribution center of choice, they go a long way!

We have some good state/church news to report out of Oklahoma and Arizona. Then, in response to Trump's remarks at the May 1 "National Day of Prayer," we celebrate the May 4 "National Day of Reason" by hearing impassioned and humorous remarks at the Second Annual "Reason Reception" in D.C., sponsored by FFRF, American Humanist Association and the Secular Coalition for America, for the Congressional Freethought Caucus. The "Very Funny Lady" comedian Leighann Lord kicked off the event, followed by U.S. Reps. Jared Huffman, Calif., Jamie Raskin, Md., Laura Friedman, Calif., and a poignant keynote by former Rep. Susan Wild, Pa.

In this National Day of Prayer message, Pastor Allen Jackson reminds us that prayer is not just a request list, but a powerful response to God's presence, authority, and faithfulness. Drawing from Scripture and real-world examples, Pastor Allen urges us to become people of prayer—anchored in humility, repentance, and hope. He provides several proclamations and prayers to use on our own and with others on the National Day of Prayer and beyond. When we respond to God, He will begin to shape our lives—and that will impact the future of our families and our nation.   To support this ministry and help us continue to reach people all around the world, visit this link: allenjackson.com/podcastdonate

This week we're sharing some excerpts of remarks from Andy Zee and Sam Goldman from the regional assemblies last week along with Coco Das speaking in Houston on May 1. Salute to everyone across the country in the streets on May 1!Thursday May 15: PROTEST at the US SUPREME COURT Washington DC 9:00 AM HANDS OFF BIRTHRIGHT CITIZENSHIP! In the Name of Humanity, We Refuse to Accept a Fascist America TRUMP MUST GO NOW! Saturday May 17: National Day of Protest to Demand The Fascist Trump Regime Must Go Now! In big cities and small towns across this country, this should be a day of nonviolent protests, rallies and marches. Follow along and join in protests at refusefascism.org.Tuesday May 6: Zoom at 8pm ET / 5pm PT Register for the Zoom webinar on to share more on the plans for these two protests and how they relate to the mission.Must read: I Was Detained for My Beliefs. Who Will Be Next? by Columbia University student Mohsen Mahdawi in the NYTWe are on TikTok officially now! Follow ⁠⁠⁠@refusefashism⁠⁠⁠ (that spelling is intentional to get around TikTok censors).Send your comments to samanthagoldman@refusefascism.org or find Refuse Fascism on all the socials, usually spelled correctly. Connect with the movement at⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ RefuseFascism.org⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and support: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠patreon.com/refusefascism⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Music for this episode: Penny the Snitch by Ikebe Shakedown

President Trump's commitment to bringing religion back to the White House was on full display as Dr. Phil endorsed him on the National Day of Prayer. Filling in for Glenn, Pat and Jeffy weigh in on Tulsi Gabbard's appearance on “The Megyn Kelly Show,” where she discussed finally proving the origin of COVID-19. Pat notes that the U.S. sent endless aid to Ukraine with little oversight under former President Joe Biden, and the guys are stunned that some Ukrainians still accuse America of exploitation. White House Deputy Chief of Staff Stephen Miller warned that allowing gender transitions for kids without parental consent is child abuse and a violation of parental rights. Pat and Jeffy review shocking footage of a police stop where the driver had done everything wrong. The Left will have you believe Trump is losing the trade war with China, but the facts tell otherwise. Lastly, the guys praise President Trump's latest move to officially defund NPR and PBS. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

National security adviser getting new assignment. President Trump sends a message to those trying to help Iran. President Trump quotes President John Adams for the National Day of Prayer. Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard explains the U.S./Ukraine rare-earth minerals deal … but are Ukrainians thankful? How much "gain of function" research has the U.S. funded? Pat takes the long way to the well to crack a joke at Jeffy's expense. Stephen Miller calls out REAL child abuse and berates the media for how they cover the Trump administration's immigration actions. May conservative hero David Horowitz rest in peace. The cost of illegal immigration encroaches on so many areas. President Trump orders the defunding of NPR and PBS. Harvard needs a garage sale to raise money? DNC showdown: David Hogg defeats James Carville. Kamala Harris word salads continue. A Democrat congresswoman has anger management issues. Bodycam footage of Abrego Garcia's 2022 encounter with Tennessee police is released. 00:00 Pat Gray UNLEASHED 01:24 NSA Director Mike Waltz Will Be the Next U.N. Ambassador 04:02 Trump Puts Economic Sanctions on Iran 05:57 Dr. Phil thanks Trump for Bringing Religion Back to the White House 07:30 Trump Celebrates the National Day of Prayer 13:32 Tulsi Gabbard talks about the "Rare Earth Minerals" Deal 22:13 Tulsi Gabbard looking into Gain of Function Research behind COVID-19 36:20 Stephen Miller Aims to Keep Children Safe 43:12 David Horowitz (Rest In Peace) Exposed a Hamas Sympathizer 53:17 DOGE Team Found Millions of Dollars being Sent to the Taliban 59:36 Donald Trump Signs Executive Order to Defund NPR & PBS 1:03:51 President Trump is Pulling Harvard's Tax-Exempt Status 1:12:26 Israel Fighting Mass Fires Across the Country 1:14:57 James Carville Supports David Hogg?? 1:18:06 Kamala Harris Does a Little Dance 1:20:31 Kamala Harris is Thinking about Elephants 1:22:43 Pat Gray Welcomes Nicole Shanahan to BlazeTV 1:24:43 Ilhan Omar is Not a Happy Camper 1:26:32 Flashback to 2022 with the "Maryland Man" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The face of the American military is undergoing a much need transformation. On In The Market with Janet Parshall this week we spoke to a woman who has been tracking the downward slide of the U.S. military on all fronts for several years. She joined us to share how the removal of DEI and creating a higher standard for so-called “tip of the spear” units is creating a healthy, more robust armed forces. Many of the people who toil in the Lord’s fields go unnoticed by the majority of us and are glad to do so. We had the privilege to hear the story of one such woman whose work in bible translation has transformed the work of missions around the world. Her diligent labor has opened doors for hundreds of people to hear the Word of God in their native tongue. We spent some quality time with our favorite missionary to the entertainment world as she shared how her ministry would be celebrating the National Day of Prayer and how high-quality bible-based films and television series are finding new and enthusiastic audiences. The discovery of the Dead Sea scrolls continues to impact our understanding of ancient times. We shared the amazing story of the “lost cave” and what was discovered in it and importance of these documents to our knowledge about biblical history. For many of us the most challenging relationship with have is not with the people we meet but the food that we eat. A highly respected family therapist and friend to this program joined us to put a biblical perspective to our relationship with food, dieting and whether or not we should use today’s most popular weight loss drugs. One of our favorite bible teachers rolled up his sleeves once again and tackled some of your most challenging questions about the bible and the Christian life. As we wind down another week, we turn our focus to the never-ending cycle of news in the marketplace of ideas and encourage you to join us as we dissect it under the disinfecting sunlight of God’s unchanging truth.Become a Parshall Partner: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/inthemarket/partnersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Dean's List with Host Dean Bowen – As Americans observe the National Day of Prayer, we revisit devout colonial pleas to God—from Reverend Thomas Prince's 1746 Boston fast rallying against the French fleet to Ben Franklin's General Fast. Through hurricanes and wartime proclamations, prayer shaped our nation's history, inspiring leaders and citizens to seek lasting divine guidance.

What Now? Living Prayerfully After the FireSustaining the spiritual hunger sparked by the National Day of Prayer.The National Day of Prayer stirred something deep. You felt it. You prayed bold prayers. Maybe even heard God's voice in a fresh way. But now it's the next day… and life is loud again.In this bonus-gap episode, Ron Cool breaks down what it actually looks like to carry the fire of prayer into your daily life. You'll discover how to turn one powerful spiritual moment into a movement of intimacy with God. If you've ever struggled to maintain consistency after a spiritual high, this is for you.Key Verse:Key Verse: 1 Thessalonians 5:17 – “Pray without ceasing.”Challenge Statement:Build a rhythm of prayer that doesn't fade when the moment ends.Free 5-Day Bible Plan:It's called “Breaking Free from the Idol of Productivity”Each day is short, powerful, and Scripture-based—designed to help you walk in freedom and trust God again with your work.GET YOUR FREE DEVOTIONALTake time to think about this, pray about it, and take one small step in obedience. Remember, divine interruptions aren't just obstacles—they're opportunities for God to do something amazing in your life.Links to Connect with Ron:Website: www.newpathnewyou.comInstagram: @rcooljrFacebook: Ron CoolYouTube: New Path New YouDon't forget to subscribe and leave a review to help us reach more men seeking purpose! Share your stories of bold obedience with Ron on social media, and let's encourage each other on this journey.Find your Community: Men DiscipleshipBecome a NPNY Supporter! - Now Tax Deductible!One TimeMonthly For Married Couples! - The Abundantly Expectant Marriage Podcast - with Ron and Rachel Cool Website: AEMARRIAGE.com

The Situation Report for May 1, 2025. Rep. Crenshaw covers some of the most significant policy moves by the Trump Administration which you may have missed over the past week. He reflects on the legacy of Pope Francis and the origins of America's National Day of Prayer. And he gives background on the rapidly escalating tensions between nuclear-armed rivals India and Pakistan.   President Trump unleashes deep sea mining for critical minerals   Pope Francis passes away   Threat of war escalates between India and Pakistan   RFK Jr. bans synthetic food dyes   President Trump makes a deal with Mexico in the water-sharing dispute   Origins of the National Day of Prayer   If you read nothing else: “The Dinner That Helped Save Europe”

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National Day of Prayer – Special BONUS Episode: “Revive Us Again”A Wake-Up Call for Men to Pray Bold Prayers and Lead with Heaven's AuthorityIt's time to stop scrolling and start interceding. In this powerful National Day of Prayer bonus episode, Ron Cool issues a wake-up call to men everywhere: revival isn't waiting on the next big church event—it's waiting on you.From the living room to the boardroom, you're called to lead in prayer with boldness and authority. This episode will challenge you to drop the hustle, pick up your spiritual weapons, and cry out for God to move in your life, your family, and this nation.Whether you've been coasting spiritually or you're hungry for more of God, this episode will stir your spirit and give you a battle plan to pray with powerKey Verse:2 Chronicles 7:14 – “If my people, who are called by my name, will humble themselves and pray… I will hear from heaven…”In This Episode:Why revival begins in your home, not on a stageHow to lead in prayer when you feel unqualifiedA powerful guided prayer moment to intercede for your family and countryWhat it means to truly humble yourself and seek His faceChallenge Statement:Will you be the man who leads your house—and this nation—back to God?Free 5-Day Bible Plan:It's called “Breaking Free from the Idol of Productivity”Each day is short, powerful, and Scripture-based—designed to help you walk in freedom and trust God again with your work.GET YOUR FREE DEVOTIONALTake time to think about this, pray about it, and take one small step in obedience. Remember, divine interruptions aren't just obstacles—they're opportunities for God to do something amazing in your life.Links to Connect with Ron:Website: www.newpathnewyou.comInstagram: @rcooljrFacebook: Ron CoolYouTube: New Path New YouDon't forget to subscribe and leave a review to help us reach more men seeking purpose! Share your stories of bold obedience with Ron on social media, and let's encourage each other on this journey.Find your Community: Men DiscipleshipBecome a NPNY Supporter! - Now Tax Deductible!One TimeMonthly For Married Couples! - The Abundantly Expectant Marriage Podcast - with Ron and Rachel Cool Website: AEMARRIAGE.com

What's weighing heavy on your heart this National Day of Prayer? You'll hear several guests who will join us as we pray for our country, our political leaders, our spiritual leaders, and the issues that present some great challenges. Maybe you're going through a relational struggle in your family or a job loss. Bring your thanksgiving and your petitions and pray with us on the National Day of Prayer, Thursday on Chris Fabry Live. For more information about the work of Care Net, click here. Chris Fabry Live is listener-supported. To support the program, click here.Become a Back Fence Partner: https://moodyradio.org/donateto/chrisfabrylive/partnersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this very special BONUS episode, I'm taking you on a cozy visit to the College of the Ozarks where I got to sit down with author, speaker, and First Lady of the college, Laura Johnson.  In honor of the National Day of Prayer, we're talking about all things prayer journaling—how it helps us stay faithful in prayer, recognize God's work in our lives, and grow spiritually through even the most challenging seasons. Laura shares how prayer journaling has become such a powerful practice in her life and offers thoughtful encouragement for anyone who has ever felt stuck or discouraged in their own prayer life. With stories, laughter, and even the sweet scent of waffle cones in the air, this episode is both a gentle challenge and a heartfelt invitation to keep praying—no matter what season you're in. SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/prayer  Read the episode TRANSCRIPT in the show notes. Get my weekly email, Java with Jennifer, to be notified when a new podcast episode releases. Subscribe HERE.