Community Bridge

Welcome to Community Bridge, a Family Radio podcast designed to help you stay informed about matters affecting your community. As Ephesians 2:10 tells us, “we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus unto good works.” Host Jenny Burkhiser interviews representatives from community organizations and ministries, providing opportunities for us all to do good in our communities!

Serving Orphans and Widows in Your Community! 11/22/2025

Serving Orphans and Widows in Your Community! Many children are still waiting for their forever family. JT Olsen, adoptive father and founder, Both Hands, shares how God opened his heart to adoption. God can use you to make a difference! Discover how you can fulfill James 1:27 by supporting adoption in your community. /episode/index/show/communitybridge/id/39115465

Bring Good News and Great Joy! 11/15/2025

Bring Good News and Great Joy! In communist Romania—where Christianity was outlawed—Izabella didn't know Jesus. But God found her in the darkest place with a hidden Bible, and later a shoebox from Operation Christmas Child. Hear her story and discover how you can make a difference for the next child who doesn’t yet know Jesus. /episode/index/show/communitybridge/id/39013010

Churches Supporting Veterans and Military Families 11/08/2025

Churches Supporting Veterans and Military Families What are some ways you and your church can serve veterans and their families effectively? Pastor Mike O’Dowd, retired Air Force Colonel and author of, Are We Neglecting a Great Salvation?, explains how you can make an impact this Veteran’s Day. /episode/index/show/communitybridge/id/38937960

FreeFall: Holding Onto Faith in Tragedy 11/01/2025

FreeFall: Holding Onto Faith in Tragedy “He died at the scene.” “It’s malignant.” “I want a divorce.” Words can send you into a freefall where loss, grief, and depression try to smother your faith. Rhonda Robinson, Focus on the Family, discusses the grief journey—how to hold on to truth and find restoration for your soul. /episode/index/show/communitybridge/id/38652280

Dignity on Wheels for Foster Kids 10/25/2025

Dignity on Wheels for Foster Kids Foster children have many needs—one of the biggest, too often overlooked, is dignity. Imagine being rushed from your home with a trash bag for a suitcase. Dr. Sharen Ford, Focus on the Family’s director of Foster Care and Adoption, shares how you can practically give dignity to foster kids. /episode/index/show/communitybridge/id/38743100

Directing Wayward Youth to Christ 10/18/2025

Directing Wayward Youth to Christ Daniel grew up in a strong Christian family. Anger, trouble at school, and stealing landed him in jail—where the Gospel changed his life! Hear from Daniel Sanabria, executive director, Youth for Christ New York, how you can help youth find life in Jesus Christ. /episode/index/show/communitybridge/id/38595770

Sharing Pastor Appreciation & Christian Heritage of Ireland 10/11/2025

Sharing Pastor Appreciation & Christian Heritage of Ireland Gift your pastor with a trip to Ireland! This Pastor’s Appreciation Month, you can thank your pastor in a special way. Robbie Frawley and Dave Durbin, United Christian Broadcasters of Ireland, talk about the Christian heritage of Ireland, and how you can say “thank you!” /episode/index/show/communitybridge/id/38527715

Sharing Good News through Fall Tracts 10/04/2025

Sharing Good News through Fall Tracts The colors of nature are changing. Pumpkin patches are attracting families. With the change of seasons comes new opportunities! Director Phillip Buttram, Gospel Tract Society, shares how you can share the Gospel with your friends and family this autumn. /episode/index/show/communitybridge/id/38446225

Speaking the Truth in Love 09/27/2025

Speaking the Truth in Love The tragic loss of Charlie Kirk is a sobering reminder that Christ is the only hope for our country. President Troy Miller, NRB, shares how you can be a light in the darkness. Learn to champion faith in Christ, speech over violence, and conviction over compromise! /episode/index/show/communitybridge/id/38349805

Trading Loneliness for Belonging 09/20/2025

Trading Loneliness for Belonging We live in a world more connected than ever—so why are so many people so lonely? What’s the solution? Founder Patti Garibay, American Heritage Girls, talks about helping young girls realize their God-given identity. /episode/index/show/communitybridge/id/38257930

Truth Rising Calls Church to Stand Firm 09/13/2025

Truth Rising Calls Church to Stand Firm The world is shifting, and not always towards truth. Truth Rising isn’t just a documentary— it’s a call to action at a critical time in our culture. John Stonestreet explains how you and your church can share God's Word to transform lives with this free film and Bible study. /episode/index/show/communitybridge/id/38148795

Back to School Peace 09/06/2025

Back to School Peace Back-to-School season is here and it often brings a disruption of peace—not just for the kids, but parents also. How can you keep your peace? Dr. Danny Huerta, VP of Parenting and Youth, Focus on the Family, shares how you can develop vital skills in both yourself and your children. /episode/index/show/communitybridge/id/38089750

Growing in God's Entire Word 08/28/2025

Growing in God's Entire Word How well do your children know the Bible? President and CEO Chris Larson, Ligonier Ministries, shares a new curriculum to teach the entire Bible to K-5th grade children in an age-appropriate and simple way, from a trusted source. /episode/index/show/communitybridge/id/37981380

Discipling Younger Generations 08/23/2025

Discipling Younger Generations 30 million young adults have made a greater commitment to Jesus Christ in the past four years, according to a recent . Pastor Stephen Cutchins shares how you can pray for and disciple Millennial and Gen Z Jesus followers in America. /episode/index/show/communitybridge/id/37896295

Standing for Christ's Body in Nigeria & Africa 08/16/2025

Standing for Christ's Body in Nigeria & Africa Christians in Nigeria are suffering persecution for Jesus Christ—but the Gospel continues to spread! President Troy Miller, NRB, shares how you can pray for, help protect, and stand with believers suffering persecution. /episode/index/show/communitybridge/id/37838185

Caring for Christ’s Persecuted Body 08/09/2025

Caring for Christ’s Persecuted Body Believers are the body of Christ—so what is your reaction when a part of that body is hurt? President Jeff King, International Christian Concern, shares how you can raise awareness, advocate, and pray for Christ's persecuted body around the world. /episode/index/show/communitybridge/id/37707585

Free Online Bible School! 08/02/2025

Free Online Bible School! Do you want to be a better student of God’s Word, but don’t know where to start? Dave Pillow, founder of is on a mission to help the world know Jesus. Discover free, online opportunities and for you and your church to grow in Bible knowledge this fall! /episode/index/show/communitybridge/id/37611020

Teaching the Next Generation to Grow in God's Word! 07/26/2025

Teaching the Next Generation to Grow in God's Word! By and large, today’s young people have little to no knowledge of God’s Word. Ligonier Ministries is looking to change that! Vice President of Ministry Engagement Nathan W. Bingham shares how they’re impacting the next generation—with resources for your church! /episode/index/show/communitybridge/id/37505760

The Greatest Journey: Sharing the Gospel this Christmas in July with Family Radio 07/17/2025

The Greatest Journey: Sharing the Gospel this Christmas in July with Family Radio Hear the moving story of Analyn Elliot. As a child, her home was destroyed by a typhoon. But it was a box of colorful crayons that introduced her to faith in Christ. Today, she gives hope to children, discipling them through The Greatest Journey. And she’s asking if you’ll help—your $6 gift changes everything. /episode/index/show/communitybridge/id/37431240

Sharing Jesus’ Peace in the Middle East 07/12/2025

Sharing Jesus’ Peace in the Middle East There’s only one solution to the conflict in the Middle East—and His name is Jesus Christ. The Tide is a ministry actively reaching the least reached regions of the world with the Gospel in their native languages. Executive Director Don Shenk shares how you can make a difference. /episode/index/show/communitybridge/id/37367460

Protecting Our Rights and Caring for Others 07/05/2025

Protecting Our Rights and Caring for Others As you take time to reflect this Independence Day, consider what the Bible says about your life as a citizen. Jim Harden, President, Compass Care, discusses the freedoms Americans have to share the Gospel. /episode/index/show/communitybridge/id/37261730

Finding Real Friendship in Jesus this Summer 06/28/2025

Finding Real Friendship in Jesus this Summer Summer is a great time for children to meet new friends! One ministry is connecting kids who love Jesus! Vice President Fred Pry, Child Evangelism Fellowship, shares ways you can encourage healthy, Christian friendships for the children in your life. /episode/index/show/communitybridge/id/37152315

Supporting Unborn Lives, Sharing God's Grace 06/21/2025

Supporting Unborn Lives, Sharing God's Grace The three-year anniversary of the Supreme Court decision overturning Roe v. Wade is fast approaching! How can you extend God’s grace to women and families, today? President and Pastor John Ensor, PassionLife, shares how you can support women and life. /episode/index/show/communitybridge/id/37078805

Fatherhood Matters 06/14/2025

Fatherhood Matters Fathers and sons have a special bond. Mark Hancock, author of “Trail-Ready: 102 Devotions for Dads with Boys," shares about his own father-son relationship and how you can create the best type of relationship with the young man in your life. /episode/index/show/communitybridge/id/36942275

Tariffs and Trusting God 06/07/2025

Tariffs and Trusting God How will tariffs ultimately affect our economy? CEO Christian Briggs, Hard Asset Management Inc., gives the big picture on tariffs and how you can exercise prudence in your investments while still trusting God without fear. /episode/index/show/communitybridge/id/36839420

Planning for the Next School Year Now 05/31/2025

Planning for the Next School Year Now School is out! Kids are swimming with friends, exploring, and going to summer camps! Now is the time for parents to make critical decisions about their children’s educational future. Rhonda Robinson, homeschool pioneer and manager/content producer at Focus on the Family, shares how you can best be involved in your child's education. /episode/index/show/communitybridge/id/36773140

Honoring Military Members & Veterans on Memorial Day 05/24/2025

Honoring Military Members & Veterans on Memorial Day What does Memorial Day mean to those who served in our military? Eric Lionheart, veteran and founder of 1st There Foundation, shares how they are supporting veterans—especially those who are struggling—and how you can help. /episode/index/show/communitybridge/id/36678820

Being Screen Savvy in a Tech-Dependent World 05/17/2025

Being Screen Savvy in a Tech-Dependent World Is screentime hurting our children? And, if so, what’s the solution in today’s tech-dependent world? Author Judith Eckert, The Pixel Pandemic: Restoring God's Design for Our Children in a Digital World, shares how you can rebalance brain chemistry after using screens. /episode/index/show/communitybridge/id/36584735

Supporting Moms, New Life 05/10/2025

Supporting Moms, New Life In 2019, a couple met a woman who was pregnant, homeless, and couldn’t pay her bills. They emptied their bank accounts to do what they could to help this woman choose life for her baby. This was the start of a movement! This Mother’s Day weekend on Community Bridge, Nathan Berning, co-founder of Let Them Live, shares how their unique nonprofit was born and how you can give support to future moms so that they can confidently choose life for their babies. /episode/index/show/communitybridge/id/36509440

Scouting for Godly Husbands, Fathers, and Citizens 05/03/2025

Scouting for Godly Husbands, Fathers, and Citizens Leadership. Commitment. Service. Critical qualities for boys to learn if they are to become godly men—husbands, fathers, and citizens. CEO Mark Hancock, Trail Life USA, shares how you can give a young boy the gift of a journey into biblical manhood. /episode/index/show/communitybridge/id/36363915

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