Best Dave Laton Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 51 - September 2025 Ladies Day Preview 17:15

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Send us a text The ladies at the Prattville Church of Christ invite you to participate in the September 27th Ladies Day. The theme is: Bloom Where You Are Planted. It will feature Katie Griffies as the presenter. Katie has a wonderful story and is a great teacher. Please plan to attend at the Prattville Church of Christ, 344 East Main Street Prattv…

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Episode 127 - A Conversation With Lorraine Smith ~ The Card Lady 23:27

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Send us a text I’ve stated many times that all of us have gifts that we can use to help others who are having challenges to their hope. Sometimes we think we have to do great and wonderful things or have special knowledge and skills. And yet, more often it is the seemingly small or insignificant things that mean the most. In this episode I am speak…

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Episode 12 - Abraham Lincoln ~ Famous President and Duelist 5:36

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Send us a text There are many ways to settle arguments and disagreements. If the situation is strong enough, some in the past would challenge the offender to a fight to the death known as a duel. Generally, duels were between men but there have been some recorded between women. It was considered cowardly to refuse a duel. And in so called, polite a…

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Episode 126 - A Conversation With Dan Streety - Communication and Hope 50:25

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Send us a text There are some things we take for granted because it’s been a part of our entire life and we just don't think about it. Such is the concept of communication. Most of us think we’re good communicators, and we probably are, but all of us can improve. And, as I’m trying to do through this podcast, I want to know how can I can use commun…

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Episode 50 - Maximizing Our Influence 29:24

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Send us a text As disciples of our Lord we are charged with the incredible responsibility to make disciples of others. This is a task that some do better than others, but all of us can and all of us can learn how to better influence others for the Lord. In this episode I speak to how we can maximize our influence. You may already know some of this …

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Episode 11 - Smokey the Bear 8:20

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Send us a text Most of us had favorite cartoon characters as a child, or perhaps a famous or legendary figure. One such famous figure is Smokey the Bear. Almost every child in America knows Smokey and his famous saying "Only you can prefent forrest fires." In this episode I explore a bit about the story behind the story of this iconic figure. His f…

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Episode 15 - 2025 Camp Bee Workshop Overview 23:57

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It's almost time for our annual October workshop at Camp Bee. There are lots of exciting events planned. The team that put together this year's progam have worked hard. Please make plans to attend. In this episode I interview Jim Foltz. Jim is the workshop chairman for this year. He gives us an overview of what to expect. We look forward to seeing …

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Episode 14 - A Few Cleaning Tips 7:46

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No matter how hard we try, as we travel, camp, and just enjoy our time traveling with a purpose, we are challenged with keeping everything clean and tidy. In this episode I offer a few tips to help us. If you have some other ideas, please let me know and we'll do another episode. To learn more about Sojourners or to request help from us, please vis…

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Episode 125 - A Conversation With Addie Ott of Gentle and Lowly Co Podcast 28:06

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Send us a text What a delightful and talented guest! In this eipsode I have a conversation with Addie Ott about her understanding of hope. She brings excellent insights to help those whose how is being challenged. I encourage and invite you to listen. Note the joy in her voice. Also note the scriptures she offers to help us remember, as she states,…

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Episode 10 - Mr. Watson Come Here 9:38

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Send us a text You probably know some of the history of telephones. It is quite remarkable how far we've advanced in telecommunications technology. There are several "firsts" in this field. Certainly the first phone call. But what about other firsts? In this episode I look at a few milestones related to telecommunications. I invite you to listen to…

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Episode 13 - RV Safety and Security 10:49

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We invest a large amount of money in our RVs and items for traveling with a purpose. For some, this is their home. For many of us, the investment may be on par with the cost of our brick and morter home. In any case, we should look for ways to secure our RV and possessions. In this episode I give some tips on how to to this. It is not an exaustive …

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Episode 124 - A Conversation With Beverly Ross of Wise County Christian Counseling 27:21

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Send us a text It's very common to find someone who has experienced challenges in their life to look to how they can use the experience to help others. Such is my guest, Beverly Ross. Beverly experienced the loss of a child and a personal battle with cancer. Through it all, although hope was challenged, she held on to her hope and hope flourished. …

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Episode 9 - Historical Marker In My Pocket 8:57

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Send us a text We often find heros of our nation on historical markers. Many are well known figures from our nation's past. But sometimes there are some who many may not know about. That's part of the value and excitement of a historical marker. In this episode I want to look at another kind of historical marker many may not know of. It’s one that …

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Episode 12 - RV Maintenance 101 21:03

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Keeping up with regular maintenance is critical to our safety as well as the longevity of our rigs. It also helps prevent spoiling an otherwise great trip by not having to deal with breakdowns and other maintenance related problems. In this episode I will discuss some basic maintenenace point to help us keep rolling along as we travel with a purpos…

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Episode 8 - Exploring Pet Cemeteries 5:19

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Send us a text Most of us have had some kind of pet. Maybe a dog, cat, horse, turtle, or even a fish. Back in 1975 some even had pet rocks. I also know a certain granddaughter of mine that has pet snakes and lizards. It truly is a situation of what one person likes, another may not. One thing all pet owners deal with is what to do with their belove…

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Episode 123 - Grandfathers and Hope ~ Part 4 21:48

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Send us a text In this fourth installment of the series on how grandfathers help instill hope in their children, I am speaking with Russ Knowles. Russ is a brother in the Lord, good friend, and a granddad. I’ve always appreciated his insights into other topics, and I think he’ll have some interesting ideas for this podcast. I invite you to listen a…

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Episode 49 - Leaning Into Our Discipleship 7:35

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Send us a text Perhaps you’ve heard the expressing of “leaning into” something. This is a common expression that signifies deliberate effort. In this episode I look at what it means and how to lean into our discipleship as we daily walk with our Master. I invite you to follow our podcast and share it with others as together we walk with our Master.…

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Episode 122 - Grandfathers and Hope ~ Part 3 33:49

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Send us a text In this third installment of the series on how grandfathers help instill hope in their children, I am speaking with Dr. Steve Wages of the Cloverdale Center for Youth & Family Ministries at Faulkner University in Montgomery, Alabama. Steve brings a wealth of insights into this topic as both a grandfather and a researcher and teacher.…

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Episode 11 A Conversation With Linda Fulkerson and Liana George of Scrivenings Press 21:34

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Many Sojourners are retired. But some are semi-retired or continue to work in various fields. Today’s guest, Linda Fulkerson continues in her career as she and Don travel and work as Sojourners. Don is our Camp Bee manager and keeps things working and looking great at Camp Bee. Linda spends time helping around the camp when she’s not working their …

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Episode 7 - Harold Bell Wright ~ Famous Author and Preacher 5:59

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Send us a text Unknown to many is the story of one of America’s leading authors from the 19th century. His name is Harold Bell Wright. I was introduced to this author’s work when I was a freshman in high school back in the 60’s. I was thrilled by a book he had written and that was read to us by our librarian as part of a class. I’ve since grown in …

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Episode 121 - Grandfathers and Hope ~ Part 2 20:39

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Send us a text This is the second episode in the series about how grandfathers help instill hope in their grandchildren. In this episode I am speaking with Brent Missildine. Brent is one of our ministers at the Prattville Church of Christ in Prattville, AL. As you listen you will hear how Brent and his wife Lisa faced a devastating challenge to the…

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Episode 6 - Bradford Smith of Sewah Studios 32:46

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Send us a text Sometimes when you look at a job you might wonder who does it. Well, someone has to do it. Jobs don’t just get done on their own. In this episode I answer the question about who makes all these historical markers and signs we see on our American highways and byways. I’m speaking with Bradford Smith, President of Sewah Studios located…

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Episode 10 - Safe Computing 57:46

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We use computer devices all the time, especially while traveling. And perhaps while we're traveling we might be most vulnerable to problems with security for ourselves, our system, and our privacy. In this episode I'm speaking with Randy Bowman. Randy is very knowledable about cyber security and shares insights into practical things to keep in mind…

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Episode 9 - RV Maintenance With Ronnie Cooper 33:08

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We know we must keep regular maintenance on our rigs. Most of us have no problem remembering to check things like tires, batteries, and lights. But there are many systems on the rig that we might not think to look at or know how to. In this episode, I have a conversation with Ronnie Cooper about the need for preventative maintenance and some things…

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Episode 5 - A Conversation with J.J. Prats of the Historical Marker Database 30:25

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Send us a text I’m taking a little bit of a departure from the normal content of this show. Usually we look at a historical marker to see the story behind the story. But this time I’m speaking with a new friend, J.J. Prats. J.F. is the chief editor and publisher of the Historical marker Database. He actually founded this resource in 2006. This data…

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Episode 120 - Grandfathers and Hope ~ Part 1 20:13

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Send us a text Throughout history the role of grandparents has been vital to the continuation of the family. In the next four episodes I want to hear from four men who are brothers in the Lord, personal friends of mine, and grandfathers. We will explore their thoughts on the importance of their role in helping instill hope in their grandchildren. I…

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Episode 4 - The Great Alaskan Highway 6:26

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Send us a text Perhaps you’ve dreamed to taking a long road trip to enjoy magnificent scenes and amazing experiences. On many people’s bucket lists of such a trip is the Great Alaskan Highway, also known as the Alcan Highway. This great highway, born in the midst of World War II offers breathtaking views of mountains, streams, lakes, and wildlife f…

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Episode 8 - A Conversation with Martin and Deborah Buchanan 28:46

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Sojourners are made up of wonderful individuals that we've grown to love. Those that know Martin and Deborah Buchanan will agree that this is indeed a very special couple. In this episode I have a conversation with the Buchanans. I invite you to listen and get to know them better. To learn more about Sojourners or to request help from us, please vi…

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Episode - 119 - A Conversation With BT Irwin of the Christian Chronicle Newspaper and Podcast 39:05

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Send us a text I am thrilled when I hear passion in the voice of people as they discuss their life and challenges to hope. Such is the case with my guest in this episode. I am having a conversation with BT Irwin of the Christian Chronicle Newspaper. BT is the host of the Christian Chronical Podcast. In our conversation he shares the mission of the …

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Episode 7 - A Conversation With Larry and Kay LIttle 21:24

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We know that being a Sojourner is a wonderful way of life. But if we add that another Sojourner couple happen to be related to us, it makes it all the more wonderful. Sometimes we even sojourn together. In this episode I visit with Larry and Kay Little. Kay is my wife's sister and I guess we have to claim Larry since he's married to Kay. Seriously …

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Episode 3 - Grancer the Dancer 4:26

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Send us a text Have you ever loved doing something so much that you would like to do it forever? Well maybe that is exactly what happened in the story of Grancer the Dancer. This character from America's southern history was known for his joy of dancing and hosting parties attended by everyone in the community. I invite you to listen to this story …

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Episode 118 - A Conversation With Abi King ~ The Sober Connection 34:35

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Send us a text Challenges to hope come from many different directions. Some are unexpected and some are cultivated, perhaps not intentionally. Such seems to be the impact of abuse and alcoholism. We don’t realize the increasing grip it has until it has that firm, almost unbreakable hold. But there is hope! My guest on this podcast is a remarkable w…

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Episode 2 - The First 911 Call 9:00

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Send us a text One of the most common elements in American society is the use of the emergency system known as 911. It seems this system is so wide-spread and commonly used that it has always been there. But like everything else, there was a start. In this episode I explore a bit about how the system came about and the first 911 call. You can find …

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Episode 117 - A Conversation With Heather Woolery About Moving Beyond Suicide 24:43

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Send us a text Suicide is such a tragedy in families and others. It seems to leave us with a sense confusion and if we are part of the problem. It also is often very difficult for us to move on. My guest in this episode experienced the tragedy of their father taking his life when they were teenagers. Loosing a family member always remains a part of…

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Episode 1 - The Story of Daniel Pratt 5:27

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Send us a text Nestled approximately 10 miles north of Montgomery Alabama sits a wonderful community named Prattville. It is named after its founder, Daniel Pratt. Daniel Pratt was one of the most influential shapers of industry and life in general in the mid and later 1800's. His gift for establishing and running successful industrial activities h…

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Episode 48 - The Message of Philemon 17:47

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Send us a text Most of us don't receive personal letters very often. It seems the use of electronic communication has taken the place of hand-written correspondence. That makes a personal letter very special. The realization that someone cared enough about us or the message held such great importance that it needed to be written in our own hand. Ev…

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Episode 116 - A Conversation With James Early ~ Learning to Love Like Jesus 44:56

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Send us a text I've posted a lot of episodes on my podcast and there have been many that shine above the rest. This one shines very bright. I have a wonderful conversation with James Early about what it means to love like Jesus and how we can do this. We share insights and perspectives on how it draws us closer to our Lord and grows our hope. We sh…

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Episode 6 - A Conversation With Tim Walker of Travel Hacking 29:10

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I know two things for certain about Sojourners, yeah 3… Sojourners love to eat, love to play games, and relevant to this podcast, love to save money! I don’t mean to imply we are cheap, but we are frugal. Knowing that, I wanted to introduce you to a new friend, Tim Walker. Tim has a website where he provides information on how to maximize our savin…

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Episode 115 - A Conversation with Tracy Ripley - Mom of a Child with Chronic Heart Disease 33:44

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Send us a text Those of us that have children know how much we hurt, even physically, when on of our children suffer. Even the childhood mishaps and scrapes woult tear my heart apart. I wanted to take all the suffering off of them and bear it. My guest in this podcast, Tracy Ripley lived through the drama of a child with congenital heart disease. T…

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Episode 47 - A Conversation With Glen and Natasha Braly 19:59

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Send us a text The Prattville Church of Christ family has many wonderful couples that love our Lord, our membres, and seek to bring the lost to Christ. In this podcast I am featuring a couple that have been with us two years but it seems they've been here for a long time. I'm speaking with Glen and Natasha Braly. They've endeared themselves to us a…

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Episode 5: A Conversation With Robert Barber of State of the Unknown 19:48

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I’m taking a bit of a departure from the “normal” topic of RV's and traveling, but I think you’ll enjoy it. If you like good mysteries, perhaps good spooky or science fiction stories, then this episode, and the podcast channel will appeal to you. I have a conversation with Robert Barber, host of the podcast, “State of the Unknown”, a fun, entertain…

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Episode 4 - A Conversation With B.T. Irwin of the Christian Chronicle Newspaper 38:32

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I am thrilled when I hear passion in the voice of people as they discuss their life and how they help others overcome challenges to hope. Such is the case with my guest in this episode. I am having a conversation with BT Irwin of the Christian Chronicle Newspaper. BT is the host of the Christian Chronical Podcast. In our conversation he shares the …

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Episode 114 - Why Does God Allow Suffering 14:15

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Send us a text If there is anything we share it is that all of us have experienced suffering at some level. I often marvel at the resiliance and grace others express as I know the suffering they are enduring. A question that is often asked is why God allow suffering. Isn't He all powerful and all loving? How then can He allow suffering to happen to…

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Episode 46: Focusing on Progress or Perfection 10:44

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Send us a text We should want to be perfect but we know that the harder we try, the more we fail. We just cannot attain perfection, especially as we try to on our own. In this episode I look at focusing on progress rather than perfection and bring some encouraging words from scripture of how we can do this and why this is acceptable to God. I invit…

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Episode 45 - My Hope Is Built On Nothing Less 13:13

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Send us a text Many of us are familiar with the parable of the wise and foolish builders. It is a favorite parable of many. So too is the song written by Edward Mote by the same title in which he declares, and so do we declare that we build on the foundation of Jesus Christ so that when the storms of life come upon us, we stand firm. I invite you t…

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Episode 113 - A Conversation With Shawn Hull of the Cherokee Home for Children 45:12

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Send us a text In the book of James in the New Testament, he states in chapter 1, verse 27, that caring for orphans and widows is one indication of pure relition. My guest in this podcast is living that life as he and his staff provide invaluable services for children and their families. Shawn Hull is the director of the Cherokee Home for Children …

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Episode 3 - A Conversation With Shawn Hull of the Cherokee Home for Children 45:12

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Shawn Hull is the Executive Director for the Cherokee Home for Children. Sojourners are very knowledgeable of this ministry as we have sojourns there every year. Shawn expresses his gratitude for our mission and explains how Cherokee helps children find true and lasting hope in our Lord. This podcast was originally posted on my podcast page, Our Jo…

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Episode 2 - A Discussion About Camp Bee and Sojourning With Dave and Lynne Laton 14:45

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Camp Bee is a treasure for Sojourners and our Lord's Kingdom. It is where our administrative office is but more importantly, it is a place for Sojourners to come refresh, enjoy fellowship, and plan activities in God's service. We invite you to come visit Camp Bee, especially if you are someone thinking about becoming a Sojourner. Camp Bee is locate…

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Episode 112 - A Conversation With Valarie Busler - Mom of Children With Special Needs 27:26

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Send us a text The word special is a wonderful word. It communicates something set aside for a focused purpose. It elevates someone so we are made aware of their qualities. Such should be our view of children with special needs. We can focus on what they contribute to our life. We often, and rightfully so, marvel when someone adopts a child with sp…

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Episode 44 - Sharing Our Faith at Work 11:30

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Send us a text We know that as disciples, we must share our faith. Doing so at work can offer some challenges. In this episode I want to discuss this topic and present some ideas and considerations that will help us share our faith at work. I hope you'll join me as we walk daily with our Master. I invite you to follow our podcast and share it with …