Kathy Troccoli and Ellie Lofaro

Kathy Troccoli and Ellie Lofaro will be at Milligan College this weekend for a Spaghetti for the Soul Women's Conference:

http://www.wcqr.org/pages/events/milligan-womens-conferenc.shtml

They joined me this morning, here's a link to the podcast:


http://883wcqr.podomatic.com/

Blessings...brian

Girl Scout Cookies are HERE!!!

Sarah Robinson stopped by this morning to tell us the that the Girl Scout cookies have arrived. Girl Scouts will be out selling them at various locations. To find one near you check this link:

http://www.girlscoutcsa.org/

We also talked about recipes you can make using Girl Scout Cookies. Check out this link:

http://www.abcsmartcookies.com/cookies_recipes.asp?tab=byrecipe

Have a great weekend...brian

John "Bull Bramlett"

This morning we played a portion of an interview with former NFL All-Pro John "Bull" Bramlett. Here's the entire interview:


http://883wcqr.podomatic.com/

Here's info about his visit to the Tri-cities this weekend:

He was the meanest, hardest hitting man in the NFL until he found the only peace that could calm his rage….This Sunday at Antioch Baptist Church in Johnson City hear the amazing story of John “The Bull” Bramlett, two time Pro Bowl player for the Broncos & the Dolphins, MVP with the Patriots …it’s the story that has touched thousands for Christ. Hear it Sunday at 11am at Antioch Baptist Church, 1014 Antioch Road in Johnson City. Phone 929-3931

Blessings...brian (me and Bull on a recent visit to WCQR)

John and Stasi Eldredge/Churches Go Red

John and Stasi joined us to talk about their new book "Love & War". Here's a link to the podcast in case you missed the interview:

http://883wcqr.podomatic.com/

Also here's the info again about this Sunday's "Churches Go Red Day":

http://www.wellmont.org/generalform.aspx?ekfrm=1535

Happy Valentine's Weekend...brian

The Power of 4 Words

I talked to my aunt today about an email she received. A small act of kindness and a thank you that came 4o some years later. Here's a link to the podcast for the interview:

http://883wcqr.podomatic.com/

I also shared this from my friend Dawn:

"Happy moments, praise God. Difficult moments, seek God. Quiet moments, worship God. Painful moments, trust God. Every moment, thank God." -Unknown

Blessings...brian

pictured is my beautiful aunt MaryBeth

Terrorist Groups in Church

This is an email my sister sent me and I shared on the air this morning:


WARNING


BEWARE OF TERRORIST GROUPS IN CHURCH



Latest news reports are that five terrorist cell groups have been operating in many of our churches.. They have been identified as: Bin Sleepin, Bin Arguin, Bin Fightin, Bin Complainin, and Bin Missin.. Their leader, Lucifer Bin Workin, trained these groups to destroy the Body of Christ. The plan is to come into the church disguised as Christians and to work within the church to discourage, disrupt, and destroy..

However, there have been reports of a sixth group. A tiny cell known by the name Bin Prayin is actually the only effective counter terrorism force in the church.. Unlike other terrorist cells, the Bin Prayin team does not blend in with whoever and whatever comes along.



Bin Prayin does whatever is needed to uplift and encourage the Body of Christ. We have noticed that the Bin Prayin cell group has different characteristics than the others. They have Bin Watchin, Bin Waitin, Bin Fastin, and Bin Longin for their Master, Jesus Christ to return.

NO CHURCH IS EXEMPT!



(However, you can spot them if you bin lookin and bin goin.)

Share w/ everyone you'd like, it's food for thought...brian

United States Census 2010

Roger Kestner, our local Census Office Manager, stopped by today to talk about the United States Census 2010. Here's a few facts:

Every year, the federal government can allocate more than
$400 billion to states and communities based, in part, on
census data.

Increased participation in the census will result in more
accurate data that media outlets can trust and share with the public in articles and reports.

Census information helps determine locations for schools,
roads, hospitals, job training, child-care and senior citizen
centers, and more.

Census data determine how many seats each state will have in the U.S. House of Representatives as well as the boundaries of legislative districts.

With only 10 questions, the 2010 Census questionnaire is
one of the shortest questionnaires in history and takes just
10 minutes to complete.

By law, the Census Bureau cannot share an individual’s census questionnaire responses with anyone, including other federal agencies and law enforcement entities.

Roger also talked about 1200 Census jobs the will be available (8-12 weeks, $12 an hour plus mileage, won't affect unemployment) For more info call 866-861-2010 and enter your zip code.

Blessings...brian

Churches Go Red / The Fred Factor

A couple of things from Today's show. First, here's a link to the book I was talking about THE FRED FACTOR

http://www.fredfactor.com/



Feb 14th is a day for Churches to Go Red in the Tri-Cities, here's a letter with more info:

Wellmont Health System is pleased to be the exclusive regional sponsor of Go Red for Women, a national movement to raise awareness of heart disease in women. Women across the region are encouraged to participate in this free program by enrolling at wellmont.org/goRed.

Your church can help women take charge of their heart health. By participating in Churches Go Red on Sunday, Feb. 14 – Valentine’s Day – you can let the women of your community know you’re committed to their well being.

Wellmont is asking churchgoers across the region to wear something red – a dress, a tie, a coat, anything that catches your fancy – on Feb. 14 to highlight this important cause. What a wonderful sign of unity this would be!

Effective Jan. 22, you should be able to download a free Churches Go Red kit at wellmont.org/goRed. You’ll be able to print items such as a poster and flier to promote Churches Go Red, as well as a bulletin insert for Feb. 14.

Churches Go Red is not a fundraiser, and we’re not asking you to hold a special offering for this cause. However, we would love to see photos from your Churches Go Red day. You can share them on our Facebook page at facebook.com/wellmont or e-mail them to jim.wozniak@wellmont.org.

Thank your for your consideration. As a member of the Wellmont Go Red steering committee, I’m available to answer any questions you may have. You can reach me at my office at (423) 230-8237, on my cell phone at (423) 306-1702 or by e-mail at jim.wozniak@wellmont.org.

Sincerely,

Jim Wozniak

Here's a link to the website:

http://www.wellmont.org/generalform.aspx?ekfrm=1535

Blessings...brian

Range Elementary Contest

This morning we told you about Range Elementary in Watauga TN involved in a contest with Acer to win a Library makeover at the school. Here's the link for more info:


https://usspringpromo.acer.com/Campaign/SchoolLibraryMakeover/index.htm?

The contest runs through March 31, 2010 and the winner is picked by the public votes!

Good luck to Range Elementary!!!

brian