Upcoming Guests

Friday July 4, 2025

Davey Blackburn

Pastor, Speaker, Podcaster and Coach Author of “Nothing is Wasted” Nothing Is Wasted is a story for anyone who has encountered trauma, tragedy, or a major transition and wondered, How do I begin to move forward through what I've experienced? Where is God in the midst of your greatest pain? Davey Blackburn wrestled with that age-old question in the aftermath of the murder of his beloved wife, Amanda, and their unborn daughter. As the high-profile case slowly meandered its way toward legal justice, Davey embarked on the wrenching task of finding strength to restore his shattered soul and the broken pieces of his life. At turns horrific yet hope-filled, heartbreaking yet faith-affirming, Nothing Is Wasted is Blackburn’s disarmingly raw account not only of the shocking tragedy that forever changed his life but of his late wife’s inspiring trust in the God who welcomed her into His loving arms. The trauma he endured could have made anyone try to escape from the agony, yet by grace Blackburn chose to face the pain head-on and cling to his Savior to guide him through the storm. As the riveting story of one man’s journey through the valley of suffering unfolds, readers will join Blackburn in discovering: the surprising ways that hope and joy can arise in the midst of any trial or sorrow the tension in accepting that “Why?” may never become clear this side of eternity how a good Father is faithful to draw near to the brokenhearted how forgiveness is the key to finding freedom in even the most unimaginable of offenses where to discover purpose in the deepest pain how a breathtaking moment at the altar symbolized love’s triumph over death . . . and much more. Most of us will never endure the depth of heartache that Blackburn has walked through and yet his message is for us all: that even in the greatest losses and most complex tragedies, God is inviting us on a path towards redemption and healing, hope and faith, where we can begin to see that nothing is wasted.
http://www.nothingiswasted.com/

Thursday July 3, 2025

Jess & Ryan Ronne

Personal Testimony Jessica and Ryan Ronne had never met and were living in different states when they both lost their spouses to brain cancer within the same week. Each had been blogging to help them navigate their individual journeys, and then, brought together by an online message, they began corresponding, fell in love and married. Together, they are a family of 10 including her four children and his three children from each of their first marriages and one daughter they welcomed shortly after they married. They share their raw and beautiful story to encourage anyone walking through the darkest valley that hope and fresh joy can be found in Jesus as we trust His plan. Jess Ronne is the Founder and Executive Director of The Lucas Project, a non-profit dedicated to serving parent caregivers with recognition, respite, and resources Jess and her husband Ryan have established Hope Farm, a residential facility that assists the needs of her son and other young adults with disabilities near Grand Rapids MI.
http://www.jessronne.com/

Wednesday July 2, 2025

Jess & Ryan Ronne

Tuesday July 1, 2025

Yonah Martin

Senator British Columbia, Canada The Honourable Yonah Martin (born April 11, 1965) is a Conservative Senator from British Columbia, appointed by The Right Hon. Stephen Harper in 2009. She is the first Canadian of Korean descent to serve in the Senate of Canada and the first Korean-Canadian parliamentarian in Canadian history. Senator Martin is currently the Deputy Leader of the Opposition in the Senate (since November 2015). She previously served as the Deputy Leader of the Government in the Senate (2013-2015); and as the Deputy Whip of the Government (2011-2013). Her notable achievements as a Senator to date include the enactment of her Senate Public Bill - Korean War Veterans Day Act (June 2013); the successful campaign to add TCM and Acupuncturists to the schedule of health professionals for GST/HST exemption (April 2014); ‎and the unanimous adoption of her Senate Motion to recognize June as Deafblind Awareness Month in Canada (May 2015). Born in Seoul, South Korea, Yonah Martin immigrated to Canada in 1972, and has resided in Metro-Vancouver ever since. She earned a Bachelor of Education in 1987 from University of British Columbia and had a 21-year teaching career (1987-2008) until her appointment to the Senate. She earned a Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction in 1996. She co-founded C3 Korean Canadian Society, a non-profit organization that aims to "bridge communities" in 2003. Currently, she serves as Honorary Patron of C3, in addition to serving on several advisory boards and councils. She is passionate about mentoring youth and young adults - she regularly visits schools to speak about her work as a Senator and the importance of civic engagement and Canadian politics; and established a Parliamentary Internship Program in 2011. She has been married to Doug Martin for over 30 years, and they are proud parents of a daughter, Kiana Mi-Sun.
http://www.yonahmartin.sencanada.ca/en/

Monday June 30, 2025

Immanuel & Jessica An

Restaurant Owners, Union Jack Fish and Chips Restaurant owners, Immanuel and Jessica An, share their amazing journey of immigrating to Canada from South Korea over 15 years ago – through it all, the An family have made many sacrifices and learned to rely deeply on their faith in God each step of the way. Despite having no prior experience, Immanuel and Jessica started up Union Jack Fish and Chips, and they are now successfully operating 5 stores in Southern Ontario. Jessica is also a gifted pianist and has been able to share her music with others by playing for seniors in long term care homes and hospitals. Jessica has found that through her music, people’s hearts have been touched and encouraged, especially as they endure times of sickness and loneliness. Jessica believes this is a tangible way she can give back to Canadians...and she is proud and grateful to also call herself Canadian.
https://www.iloveunionjack.com/

Royal Anthems

Royal Anthems is a partnership between Crossroads Media, local churches across Canada, and music and ministry partners, to foster unity between churches through songs written by and for the Canadian Church. The Royal Anthems initiative was inspired by Jesus’ desire for believers to unite, expressed through His prayer in John 17:23, “I in them and you in me—so that they may be brought to complete unity. Then the world will know that you sent me and have loved them even as you have loved me.” Royal Anthems also addresses a crucial gap in Canada’s music landscape by empowering local worship leaders and songwriters from across the country to create original worship songs from the Canadian experience. Despite Canada’s rich musical heritage, we mainly import worship music from other nations. This project seeks to change that narrative, showcasing Canada’s diverse cultural and linguistic richness through worship. Royal Anthems’ project partner Matthew Greive expressed, “Canada has a song in it’s heart and the world needs to hear it!”
http://www.royalanthems.com/