May052011

Teaching Our Children to Pray

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Joni Eareckson Tada

Joni Eareckson Tada, Honorary Chairman of the 2011 National Day of Prayer, encourages listeners to pray for our nation. In addition, Jim Daly, Dr. Juli Slattery and John Fuller describe how parents can teach their children to pray.

Broadcast Bios

Guest

Joni Eareckson Tada

Joni Eareckson TadaBest-selling author of over 35 books and speaker Joni Eareckson Tada is the founder of Joni and Friends, an organization promoting Christian ministry in the disability community. She hosts a daily five minute radio program called "Joni and Friends" which can be heard on over 1,000 broadcast outlets. Joni and her husband, Ken, were married in 1982.

Host

Jim Daly

Jim DalyJim Daly is President and Chief Executive Officer of Focus on the Family, a non-profit organization dedicated to nurturing and defending families worldwide. Daly has held several leadership positions for Focus, and has been predominantly involved in the ministry's Public Affairs, Marketing and International efforts.

Guest

Dr. Juli Slattery

Dr. Juli SlatteryDr. Juli Slattery is a widely known clinical psychologist, author, speaker and broadcast media professional. She is also president of Authentic Intimacy, a non-profit ministry aimed at helping women have better marriages. Dr. Slattery's books include Finding the Hero in Your Husband, No More Headaches, and Guilt Free Motherhood. She and her husband, Mike, have three boys.

Host

John Fuller

John FullerJohn Fuller is vice president of Focus on the Family's Audio and New Media division and co-host of the daily "Focus on the Family" radio program. He also serves on the board of the National Religious Broadcasters and speaks publicly on a variety of family and business topics. John and his wife, Dena, reside in Colorado Springs, Colo., and have six children.

Broadcast Calendar

May 2011

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1	2 05/2/11: Dietrich Bonhoeffer: A Legacy of Courage & Integrity (Part 1 of 3)Best-selling author Eric Metaxas discusses his biography of Nazi resistance leader Dietrich Bonhoeffer titled Bonhoeffer: Pastor, Martyr, Prophet, Spy. (Part 1 of 3)Learn More >>	3 05/3/11: Dietrich Bonhoeffer: A Legacy of Courage & Integrity (Part 2 of 3)Best-selling author Eric Metaxas discusses his biography of Nazi resistance leader Dietrich Bonhoeffer titled Bonhoeffer: Pastor, Martyr, Prophet, Spy. (Part 2 of 3)Learn More >>	4 05/4/11: Dietrich Bonhoeffer: A Legacy of Courage & Integrity (Part 3 of 3)Best-selling author Eric Metaxas discusses his biography of Nazi resistance leader Dietrich Bonhoeffer titled Bonhoeffer: Pastor, Martyr, Prophet, Spy. (Part 3 of 3)Learn More >>	5 05/5/11: Teaching Our Children to PrayJoni Eareckson Tada, Honorary Chairman of the 2011 National Day of Prayer, encourages listeners to pray for our nation. In addition, Jim Daly, Dr. Juli Slattery and John Fuller describe how parents can teach their children to pray.Learn More >>	6 05/6/11: In Honor of Mothers EverywhereComedian Dennis Swanberg pays tribute to mothers as he shares humorous and touching stories about his mom.Learn More >>	7 05/7/11: Weekend Magazine: May 7-8, 2011This weekend we celebrate Mother's Day by offering women some help with their identity as "Mom." We also have tips on home organization, keeping control of your anger and prayer in marriage. Listen in for all that and more!Learn More >>
8	9 05/9/11: Hope in the Midst of Infertility (Part 1 of 2)Our guests offer encouragement and advice to those struggling with infertility and miscarriage. (Part 1 of 2)Learn More >>	10 05/10/11: Hope in the Midst of Infertility (Part 2 of 2)Our guests offer encouragement and advice to those struggling with infertility and miscarriage. (Part 2 of 2)Learn More >>	11 05/11/11: Supporting Your Family While Staying HomeBest-selling author Donna Partow talks about building a successful home business in a discussion based on her book Making Money From Home.Learn More >>	12 05/12/11: Help for Families of First Responders (Part 1 of 2)A panel of guests discusses the unique challenges faced by first responders and their families. Our guests also describe how their organization, Responder Life, ministers to emergency workers. (Part 1 of 2)Learn More >>	13 05/13/11: Help for Families of First Responders (Part 2 of 2)A panel of guests discusses the unique challenges faced by first responders and their families. Our guests also describe how their organization, Responder Life, ministers to emergency workers. (Part 2 of 2)Learn More >>	14 05/14/11: Weekend Magazine: May 14-15, 2011This weekend: Helping couples jump-start a boring marriage, why kids need parent "cheerleaders" and understanding the difference between healthy and unhealthy guilt. Tune in for all that and more!Learn More >>
15	16 05/16/11: The Value of Dating Your MateAuthors Gary and Barbara Rosberg discuss how couples can nurture harmony, romance and intimacy by dating throughout their married life.Learn More >>	17 05/17/11: A Miraculous Story of Life (Part 1 of 2)Melissa Ohden tells her moving story of surviving her mother's attempt to abort her, providing a powerful reminder that every human life is sacred and precious. (Part 1 of 2)Learn More >>	18 05/18/11: A Miraculous Story of Life (Part 2 of 2)Melissa Ohden tells her moving story of surviving her mother's attempt to abort her, providing a powerful reminder that every human life is sacred and precious. (Part 2 of 2)Learn More >>	19 05/19/11: Surviving the Strong-Willed Child (Part 1 of 2)Author and speaker Cynthia Tobias offers practical advice and encouragement to frustrated parents of strong-willed children. (Part 1 of 2)Learn More >>	20 05/20/11: Surviving the Strong-Willed Child (Part 2 of 2)Author and speaker Cynthia Tobias offers practical advice and encouragement to frustrated parents of strong-willed children. (Part 2 of 2)Learn More >>	21 05/21/11: Weekend Magazine: May 21-22, 2011This weekend: Making quality time a priority in your marriage, getting dads to help out more around the house and the important legacy we leave for our kids. Tune in for all that and more!Learn More >>
22	23 05/23/11: Making Sense of TragedyBrady Boyd, the senior pastor of New Life Church in Colorado Springs, Colo., discusses the fatal shooting incident that occurred at the church in December, 2007, and the healing, forgiveness and restoration his congregation has experienced since.Learn More >>	24 05/24/11: A Visit With Chuck Colson (Part 1 of 2)Chuck Colson discusses his experiences as an aide to President Richard Nixon and his involvement in the Watergate scandal. He also explains how he came to faith in Jesus Christ and why he founded Prison Fellowship Ministries. (Part 1 of 2)Learn More >>	25 05/25/11: A Visit With Chuck Colson (Part 2 of 2)Chuck Colson discusses his experiences as an aide to President Richard Nixon and his involvement in the Watergate scandal. He also explains how he came to faith in Jesus Christ and why he founded Prison Fellowship Ministries. (Part 2 of 2)Learn More >>	26 05/26/11: Establishing a Healthy Relationship With Your Mother (Part 1 of 2)In a discussion based on their book The Mom Factor, psychologists Henry Cloud and John Townsend discuss the impact a mother has on her adult child's life. Our guests offer advice for setting healthy boundaries and establishing mature relationships with moms. (Part 1 of 2)Learn More >>	27 05/27/11: Establishing a Healthy Relationship With Your Mother (Part 2 of 2)In a discussion based on their book The Mom Factor, psychologists Henry Cloud and John Townsend discuss the impact a mother has on her adult child's life. Our guests offer advice for setting healthy boundaries and establishing mature relationships with moms. (Part 2 of 2)Learn More >>	28 05/28/11: Weekend Magazine: May 28-29, 2011This weekend: How every marriage can have a "heroic" husband, encouraging busy families to make dinnertime a priority and tips for teaching kids about their faith. Tune in for all that and more!Learn More >>
29	30 05/30/11: Honoring Our World War II VeteransIn commemoration of Memorial Day, we present recorded audio clips of veterans sharing their moving stories of fighting for our nation during World War II. Learn More >>	31 05/31/11: Overcoming Loneliness in MarriageAuthor Susie Larson offers advice to wives in a discussion based on her book Alone in Marriage: Encouragement for the Times When It's All Up to You.Learn More >>