She was just fifteen years old when she vanished. On the afternoon of November 18, 2006, April Andrews walked out the door of her apartment in Pea Ridge, Arkansas with a simple plan. She told her mom she was headed to the Pea Ridge Church of the Nazarene, just down the street, to look through some clothes the church was giving away. It was a short …

In today's final episode in our series with Pastor Jason French, Craig, LaDonna, and Jason lay out what biblical worship must look like in the context of our Indigenous cultures. God only accepts worship based on His truths, and not the imaginations of the world, regardless of cultures or conditions. It has been a marvelous journey with Pastor Fren…

In this episode of Lost Girls, Amy and LaDonna share the heartbreaking story of Jamie Denise Brown, a 30-year-old mother of seven who vanished on March 16, 2016, after being seen at the Dallas County Court in Fordyce, Arkansas. Jamie, known for her vibrant red hair and distinctive tattoos, disappeared without a trace — and has never been seen or he…

Karina Holmer knew within two months that being an au pair was not the job for her. She began to make plans to go home to Sweden, but she was killed after a night out with friends. With conflicting witness statements and no clear answers, the police are still waiting on the one tip that could bring this case together. Anyone with information is ask…

It was April 29th, 1989—a spring day in Arkansas, quiet and unassuming. Susan Lynn Burns, a 32-year-old mother, daughter, and wife, was dropped off at the Little Rock airport by her husband. According to him, she was heading somewhere. But no one knows where. And no one ever saw her again. Susan was born on June 23rd, 1956, and lived in Mena, a sma…

In this powerful series on biblical worship, Pastor Jason French continues to give his perspective and convictions on how to process any human culture and its influence on worship in the Evangelical Christian church today. Of particular importance, and the focus of this series, is the modern Western culture and the traditional Indigenous culture's …

On the night of December 17, 2016, 18-year-old Mercedes Toliver—affectionately known as “Cede”—walked away from her home in Prescott, Arkansas after a disagreement with her mother. She was expected to head to her aunt’s house just down the road. She never made it. And she’s never been seen or heard from again. Cede wasn’t the type to run away. She …

On February 13, 1993, Lynn Dejac called 911 to tell the police that her boyfriend was in her home and refused to leave. He left before the police arrived and then so did Lynn, leaving her two children home alone overnight. What happened that night would take 13 years to untangle though the official answer remains in dispute. This case is unsolved. …

Fifteen years old. That’s how young Cassie Compton was when she vanished. It was a quiet Sunday — September 14, 2014 — the day after Sydney attended the Arkansas County Demolition Derby with a friend in DeWitt, Arkansas. It should have been an ordinary weekend for a teenager — full of laughs, late-night snacks, and small-town memories. Instead, it …

Craig and LaDonna Smith continue their fascinating visit with Cherokee Worship Pastor, Jason French, as they continue to dig deep into God's Universal Call to Worship in Psalms 148. Today, the focus is on culture and its effects on worship. Jason shares his perspective on the challenge in the larger culture of turning worship into just another form…

Today, we’re once again sharing the story of a woman whose disappearance has left far more questions than answers. Montana Bone was last seen in Little Rock, Arkansas, on June 30, 2019. That day, she seemingly vanished — and from that moment on, she was never heard from again. What makes her case even more heartbreaking is that, for reasons still u…

In 1998, a young man committed a random attack in a Houston wig shop. A suspect was identified and while the victims and their families say they have the right person, he has maintained his innocence for over 25 years. This case is solved. Support the show! Get the exclusive show Beyond the Files plus Crimelines episodes ad free on Supercast: https…

On a quiet summer day—July 24, 1993—in the small town of Heber Springs, Arkansas, Debara Jean Vaughan vanished without a trace. She was 41 years old, standing 5 feet 7 inches tall, and weighed about 110 pounds. With her brown hair, brown eyes, and gentle demeanor, Debara was more than a missing person statistic—she was a woman with a life, a family…

Today, Worship Pastor Jason French (Eastern Band of Cherokee) and the Smiths unpackage the truths found in Psalms 148, which is God's Universal Call to Worship for all of creation. How do inanimate objects worship God is one of the questions Pastor Craig asked Jason. His insight to this and other questions on how things in the heavenly realm and al…

On September 18, 2019, Cheyenne Stannard vanished from Huntsville, Arkansas, under circumstances that raised far more questions than answers. Known for her consistent communication with family, Cheyenne's sudden silence was immediately alarming. The story offered by those closest to her didn’t add up—claims of her leaving on foot, heading to far-of…

Pearl Pinson left for school one morning and, in full view of witnesses, was kidnapped as she walked. A shoot out with the prime suspect changed the course of this investigation, but the answer to “where is Pearl?” is something the right tip can bring in. If you know anything, please call the Solano County Sheriff's Office 707-421-7090 or NCMEC at …

In the early hours of September 2, 1995, Lori Ann Murchison-Dunbar was seen for the last time at the corner of Parker Street and South 6th Street in Fort Smith, Arkansas — just steps away from the Continental Motel. She had been released from the Sebastian County Jail earlier that day following a DUI-related car accident involving her and her boyfr…

In June of 2009, a Nissan Sentra with four bodies in it was pulled from a canal near Kingston, Ontario. In part 1, we discussed the backstory of the family at the center of this case and now, in part 2, we’ll discuss the crime scene, the timeline, the changing stories, and the final resolution. This case is solved Support Right To Learn Afghanistan…

In today's episode, Cherokee pastor Jason French continues to share his backstory which contributes so much to his becoming established as one of Native North America's leading worship pastors in both Native and modern America settings. Having served for several years with internationally known pastor John Piper as his worship leader, that experien…

A horrifying discovery was made deep in the Ouachita National Forest: skeletal remains. The mystery of the unknown woman’s identity gripped the region until DNA testing confirmed the remains belonged to Jackie Hibbs, a woman from Tulsa, Oklahoma, who had been missing for over a year. Jackie was last seen alive in April 2001. She left her home in Tu…

When the bodies of four women and girls were pulled from a car in a canal, the community rallied around the grieving family who suffered an inexplicable accident. But the police, from the very start, believed they could explain what happened and it was no accident. This case is solved Thank you to this week's sponsor Spot & Tango! For a limited tim…

Today Craig and LaDonna Smith begin a follow up series that stays on the theme of the one he just finished about God's Universal Call to Worship. The Smiths are joined by their friend and ministry colleague, Pastor Jason French from the Eastern Band of Cherokee in Oklahoma. Jason is one of America's leading Native worship leaders and helps the Smit…

On September 18, 2019, Cheyenne Stannard vanished from Huntsville, Arkansas, under circumstances that raised far more questions than answers. Known for her consistent communication with family, Cheyenne's sudden silence was immediately alarming. The story offered by those closest to her didn’t add up—claims of her leaving on foot, heading to far-of…

In this episode of Lost Girls, we explore the mysterious disappearance of 15-year-old Cassie Compton, who vanished from her home in Stuttgart, Arkansas, on September 14, 2014. After attending a demolition derby with a friend, Cassie returned home—then seemingly vanished without a trace. Despite extensive media coverage, search efforts, and ongoing …

In today's third and final episode on Craig Smith's teaching from Psalms 148, he concludes his review of the fourteen verses that constitute God's Universal Call to Worship. He then expands on several other passages that also are God breathed to remind us of how we are to worship Him in ways pleasing to His Holy name. He wraps up in the final book …

In this episode of Lost Girls, LaDonna Humphrey and Amy Smith turn their focus to a young woman whose life was taken far too soon—Tracy Ann Roberts. Known by those around her as “the young one” and “the pretty one,” Tracy was a mother, a daughter, and a friend. Her journey was marked by hardship, but also by resilience and hope. Tracy’s story inter…

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She was known for her laugh, her love of history, and the way her smile could light up a room. But in November 2006, Barbara Breidor’s life ended in a drainage ditch outside Atlantic City—one of four women found discarded, all facing east, all silenced by a predator still unknown. Barbara was more than the addiction she battled or the stigma she fa…

In today's episode of Indigenous Faith, Pastor Smith continues to unpackage Psalms 148 in this timely message on God's Universal Call to Worship. This comprehensive yet short Psalm leaves no ground, or space in the sky, unturned as the Lord calls all of His creation to worship and praise the One who made them. There isn't a part of Creation that is…

Today, we’re shining a light on the tragic case of Molly Jean Dilts—a 20-year-old woman from Black Lick, Pennsylvania, whose life was stolen far too soon. Molly was a daughter, a mother, and a young woman facing hard circumstances. She loved her child but turned to family for help when life became too heavy. In Atlantic City, people knew her by nam…

Formerly known as Mind of A Serial Killer, Killer Minds takes you deep into the psychology of history’s most chilling murderers—from infamous serial killers to ruthless cult leaders, deadly exes, and terrifying spree killers. Every Monday and Thursday, hosts Vanessa Richardson and Dr. Tristin Engels, a Clinical and Forensic Psychologist, blend grip…

Jay Orbin left on a business trip and never came home. Or at least that’s what his wife initially told the police. But changing stories made it unclear what really happened in this case. This case is (mostly) solved Thank you to our sponsors! For a limited time go to SpotandTango.com/crimelines and use code crimelines to get 50% off your first orde…

The early morning air was crisp on November 20, 2006, as the first rays of daylight crept over the desolate outskirts of Atlantic City. It was here, along a drainage ditch, that a scene of horror unfolded—four women, their bodies carefully arranged, their lives stolen by a predator who remained in the shadows. Among them was Kim Raffo, a 35-year-ol…

Today, The Indigenous Faith broadcast looks to Craig Smith as he opens God's Word to Psalms 148 in a message he's titled, God's Universal Call to Worship. This series looks at all levels of creation as they all, in their unique ways, worship the One who created them. All the way from the starry host in the vast universe, to the great sea creatures …

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In today's third and final episode in Craig and LaDonna's visit with Kahse Merseth, she continues to share her experiences, as a young Native American serving the Lord in the country of South Korea. During this time, her father's health deteriorated to the point where his life would soon be ending, which led Kahse to return home so she could spend …

We are re-releasing this episode on Taylor Barksdale because her case is urgent, and we need your help. Listen, share, and demand justice!

In part two of this three part VIP interview with Kahse Atkinson Merseth, Kahse opens the door to the deepest part of her soul as she shares the story of her fiancé, James, who was brutally murdered in a home invasion in one of America's inner-city communities just months before they were to be married. As painful that part of her story is, it isn'…

On this episode of Lost Girls, hosts Amy Smith and LaDonna Humphrey shed light on the mysterious disappearance of Sarah Elizabeth Burton, a young mother from Joplin, Missouri, who vanished in 2018 under suspicious circumstances. Despite her struggles with addiction and legal troubles, Sarah was actively working to rebuild her life. She was last see…

When a progressive Methodist minister began receiving threatening letters in 1987, it was believed to have come from an outsider. But evidence led to it being someone in the church. After a brutal attack, the police began to question if this was a set up from the start. This case is disputed Thank you to today's sponsors! Follow SCAM FACTORY on the…

In April 1989, 22-year-old Debra Ann Meehan vanished from Boise, Idaho, leaving behind a trail of unanswered questions. Last seen near her home, conflicting accounts emerged that fateful night—some witnesses recalled her entering a car with an unknown man, while others believed she had left on her own accord. Known for her kindness, independence, a…

In today's episode, Craig and LaDonna Smith introduce you to another Victorious Indigenous Person (VIP), who can testify of the goodness of God in the life of a prodigal daughter who has become a powerhouse for God in her generation. Kahse Atkinson Merseth shares her incredibly challenging life before surrendering to Christ. Though raised in a Nati…

In this episode of Lost Girls, hosts Amy Smith and LaDonna Humphrey explore the unsolved murder of Susan Galvin, a 20-year-old records clerk for the Seattle Police Department. In July 1967, Susan was last seen leaving work but never made it home. Days later, her body was discovered in a parking garage near the Seattle Center, with evidence of stran…

Sydney Loofe went on a date and never came back. After two persons of interest were named in her disappearance, they posted a video to Facebook that would be only the first of multiple stories told. For resources: https://rainn.org/articles/tips-safer-online-dating-and-dating-app-use https://www.setmefreeproject.net/about This case is solved Thank …

The case of Patricia Kubik is one that has haunted Sacramento for decades—a young woman with a bright future, brutally murdered, and still, after all these years, no answers. In 1977, Patricia was just 21 years old, living in Sacramento, California. She was kind, ambitious, and full of life. She had dreams for her future and was well-loved by those…

In today's final episode in their visit with the David Bonsell family, Craig and LaDonna dig into the details as to how this multi-generational family actually did the translation process. It's important to know that with David, Sr., and David, Jr., there are some difficult medical complications that provide major barriers to overcome in taking on …

Donna Hall and Mike Margaret planned a weekend camping trip that they never came home from. They had last been seen at a friend’s house, but the police believe they stopped somewhere else before continuing to the place their bodies would eventually be found. That other place may be key to cracking this cold case. If you have any information, please…

The story of a missing child is one that lingers, a wound that never fully heals. For the family of Deborah Elaine Quimby, the pain of her disappearance has stretched across decades, a mystery that refuses to fade. Deborah was just 13 years old when she vanished without a trace. She was a bright, adventurous girl, full of life, known for her love o…