Dec132011

A Visit With Chuck Colson (Part 2 of 2)

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Charles Colson (deceased)

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)

Broadcast Bios

Guest

Charles Colson (deceased)

Charles Colson (deceased)Chuck Colson (1931-2012) was the founder of Prison Fellowship Ministries, a Christian outreach to inmates, ex-inmates, crime victims and their families. Well-known as the aide to former President Richard Nixon, Chuck was also popular as an author, speaker and as a commentator for the nationally syndicated radio broadcast "BreakPoint." Chuck is survived by his wife, Patty, their three children and several grandchildren.

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.

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

December 2011

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				1 12/1/11: His and Her Brains: The Humorous Side of Marriage (Part 1 of 2)Comedian Mark Gungor humorously illustrates how men and women think differently, and encourages husbands and wives to strengthen their marriage by accepting their differences. (Part 1 of 2)Learn More >>	2 12/2/11: His and Her Brains: The Humorous Side of Marriage (Part 2 of 2)Comedian Mark Gungor humorously illustrates how men and women think differently, and encourages husbands and wives to strengthen their marriage by accepting their differences. (Part 2 of 2)Learn More >>	3 12/3/11: Weekend Magazine: Dec. 3-4, 2011This weekend: Understanding what forgiveness really means, modeling a healthy marriage for your kids and creating a stress-free Christmas for your family. Listen in for all that and more! Learn More >>
4	5 12/5/11: Game Plan for Parenting: The Teen Years (Part 1 of 2)Psychologist Dr. Kevin Leman offers advice to parents in a discussion based on his book Have a New Teenager by Friday: From Mouthy and Moody to Respectful and Responsible in 5 Days. (Part 1 of 2) Learn More >>	6 12/6/11: Game Plan for Parenting: The Teen Years (Part 2 of 2)Psychologist Dr. Kevin Leman offers advice to parents in a discussion based on his book Have a New Teenager by Friday: From Mouthy and Moody to Respectful and Responsible in 5 Days. (Part 2 of 2) Learn More >>	7 12/7/11: Learning Your Spouse's Love LanguageBest-selling author Gary Chapman describes different styles of communicating love and explains how learning a spouse's "love language" can strengthen a marriage.Learn More >>	8 12/8/11: Rescued Horses: Renewed Hope for Kids (Part 1 of 2)Troy and Kim Meeder, founders of Crystal Peaks Youth Ranch, share inspirational stories of hurting children who've found healing by working with rescued horses. (Part 1 of 2)Learn More >>	9 12/9/11: Rescued Horses: Renewed Hope for Kids (Part 2 of 2)Troy and Kim Meeder, founders of Crystal Peaks Youth Ranch, share inspirational stories of hurting children who've found healing by working with rescued horses. (Part 2 of 2)Learn More >>	10 12/10/11: Weekend Magazine: Dec. 10-11, 2011This weekend: Overcoming holiday guilt, dealing with an unreachable teen and the impact of faith on our ability to forgive. Listen in for all that and more! Learn More >>
11	12 12/12/11: 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 >>	13 12/13/11: 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 >>	14 12/14/11: New Dads: Embracing the Journey Ahead John Fuller offers practical advice to new fathers from his book, First Time Dad: The Stuff You Really Need to Know. Learn More >>	15 12/15/11: Finding Strength in Each Other's Differences (Part 1 of 2)In a discussion based on their book Men Are Like Waffles, Women Are Like Spaghetti, Bill and Pam Farrel explain how a husband and wife can understand and appreciate one another's differences. (Part 1 of 2)Learn More >>	16 12/16/11: Finding Strength in Each Other's Differences (Part 2 of 2)In a discussion based on their book Men Are Like Waffles, Women Are Like Spaghetti, Bill and Pam Farrel explain how a husband and wife can understand and appreciate one another's differences. (Part 2 of 2)Learn More >>	17 12/17/11: Weekend Magazine: Dec. 17-18, 2011This weekend: When forgiveness seems impossible, dealing with a stressed-out teen and answering kids' questions about Christmas. Listen in for all that and more! Learn More >>
18	19 12/19/11: Strengthening Families Around the WorldDirectors from several of Focus on the Family's international offices describe how God is using Focus' efforts to impact families around the world. Learn More >>	20 12/20/11: Helping Your Kids Grab Hold of Their Faith (Part 1 of 2)Authors Lee Strobel and Alison Morrow offer advice to parents on imparting a biblical worldview to their children and shaping their faith. (Part 1 of 2)Learn More >>	21 12/21/11: Helping Your Kids Grab Hold of Their Faith (Part 2 of 2)Authors Lee Strobel and Alison Morrow offer advice to parents on imparting a biblical worldview to their children and shaping their faith. (Part 2 of 2)Learn More >>	22 12/22/11: The Innkeeper's DreamFocus on the Family presents a Christmas drama featuring the late actor David Shelton portraying a fictional innkeeper in Bethlehem who provides a firsthand account of the events surrounding the birth of Jesus Christ.Learn More >>	23 12/23/11: Celebrating a Heartfelt ChristmasFocus on the Family presents touching Christmas stories and memories shared by Focus listeners and broadcast guests.Learn More >>	24 12/24/11: Weekend Magazine: Dec. 24-25, 2011This weekend: Teaching young kids the true meaning of Christmas, better ways of dealing with holiday stress and a special drama about the Nativity! Listen in for all that and more! Learn More >>
25	26 12/26/11: Showing Your Husband How Much You Love HimAuthor Kathi Lipp offers simple, practical and fun tips for wives to show their husbands how much they are loved in a discussion based on her book The Husband Project: 21 Days of Loving Your Man on Purpose and With a Plan.Learn More >>	27 12/27/11: Dietrich Bonhoeffer: A Legacy of Courage & Integrity (Part 1 of 2)Best-selling author Eric Metaxas discusses his biography of Nazi resistance leader Dietrich Bonhoeffer titled Bonhoeffer: Pastor, Martyr, Prophet, Spy. (Part 1 of 2)Learn More >>	28 12/28/11: Dietrich Bonhoeffer: A Legacy of Courage & Integrity (Part 2 of 2)Best-selling author Eric Metaxas discusses his biography of Nazi resistance leader Dietrich Bonhoeffer titled Bonhoeffer: Pastor, Martyr, Prophet, Spy. (Part 2 of 2)Learn More >>	29 12/29/11: 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 >>	30 12/30/11: 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 >>	31 12/31/11: Weekend Magazine: Dec. 31, 2011-Jan. 1, 2012This weekend: Practical help for stepdads, unrealistic expectations that can hurt a marriage and teaming up with your spouse to better manage your home. Listen in for all that and more! Learn More >>