Moving People Forward

04/12/2020

It has come to our attention that this man of God, Rich Martin, has entered his eternal reward. He was admitted to ICU on November 21 and passed away last evening of COVID-19. Please be in prayer for the ministry and for his family. https://youtu.be/I2pVNspMcCU

Rich Martin has his paws full! For years, Rich has dedicated his life to training golden retrievers (and training the trainers) so that they go from peppy pu...

24/09/2020

Listen as Paul Timm gives insight on school safety and security. Podcast on your favorite provider, or right here … https://api.spreaker.com/v2/episodes/41101313/download.mp3

Since the tragedy of Columbine, Paul Timm has been committed to the safety and security of schools. Now that includes health concerns as well.

24/09/2020

School security has taken a turn in the last decade … even the last year! Paul Timm’s life work is to coach schools and businesses on security practices. https://youtu.be/PjOXK4j0KlQ

Since the tragedy of Columbine, Paul Timm has been committed to the safety and security of schools and businesses.

02/09/2020

Mark is committed to “Moving People Forward” even though a formal studio is not available. Coming your way will be more topics to motivate us all to grow emotionally, socially, and spiritually. Stay tuned for the next episode in a couple of weeks. In the meantime, catch up on the podcasts and videos here!

13/08/2020

What a timely program! Let’s make America GOOD again! https://www.spreaker.com/user/11549443/movingpeopleforward-ep-44-battaglia

Never has there been a more timely message for the USA. Joe Battaglia shares what makes America great … and it may surprise you. As a partial quote by de Toqueville says: When America ceases to be good, she will cease to be great. Tune in on this final episode for the summer of 2020.

13/08/2020

Let’s make America GOOD again! Mark talks with Joe Battaglia on this week’s episode of Moving People Forward. https://youtu.be/QFgOjkxRX7I

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06/08/2020

Moving People Forward took a short break this week. Watch for next week’s episode … #44!

30/07/2020

We searched far and wide to find a guest with the same last name as the host! Just kidding, but Lara, of Little Elf Family Services will educate, encourage, and empower you to improve your resilience as a family. Grab the podcast here, or wherever you download your podcasts. https://www.spreaker.com/user/11549443/movingpeopleforward-43-little-elf

The resilient family is known by playing together, doing routine together, and … find out from Lara Elfstrand, the owner and founder of Little Elf Family Services, providing education, encouragement, and empowerment for new families.

30/07/2020

We trust you will glean education, encouragement, and empowerment from today’s episode of Moving People Forward. Learn family resilience from Lara of Little Elf Family Services! Like, subscribe, share! https://youtu.be/a7lGppTfbRI

23/07/2020

Life’s challenges call for life-giving care. And during this pandemic, it becomes all the more critical that women get the care they need. Watch as Mark J Elfstrand speaks with Barb Singer and Kirt Wiggins of Caring Network.

Has the value of life changed since the pandemic of 2020? How has Caring Network responded to the needs of crisis pregnancies? Watch as Mark speaks with Kirt...

23/07/2020

Would you suppose that a crisis pregnancy during the pandemic might call for greater care? Listen as Mark J Elfstrand speaks with Caring Network leaders, Kirt Wiggins and Barb Singer.

Has the pandemic of 2020 changed the abortion industry? How has the struggle for life choices been impacted? Join Mark as he speaks with leaders in Illinois’ Caring Network.

17/07/2020

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The reign of Constantine changed the political/religious landscape globally. Dr. Bryan Litfin, fiction author and ancient church scholar, speaks with Mark about similar issues from yesteryear to today.

16/07/2020

Countdown to the noon release of the YouTube interview with author and ancient church expert, Dr. Bryan Litfin. Constantine changed the ancient world … check out the facts and fiction. https://youtu.be/koh-fp4Dzb8

09/07/2020

Listen to the legacy unfold of two missionaries to China pre-World War 2. https://api.spreaker.com/v2/episodes/37718706/download.mp3

Medical missionaries to China have left a legacy in the Chicago suburbs. Mark speaks with Dr. Gieser of the Wheaton Eye Clinic.

09/07/2020

Watch as the legacy unfolds of two missionaries to China, pre-World War 2. https://youtu.be/wfqRb_-uFD4

02/07/2020

https://youtu.be/l4puQYtdkh8 Current events and the drift of the evangelical church.

What has caused the phenomenal drift of not only our country but our churches as well? Mark speaks with Dr. Frank Wright, CEO and president of D James Kenned...

02/07/2020

https://www.spreaker.com/episode/35198406 Dr. Frank Wright is the CEO and President of D James Kennedy Ministries. He and Mark discuss the drift of the evangelical church.

How has biblical orthodoxy drifted in our current culture? Dr. Frank Wright, CEO and President of D James Kennedy Ministries shares concerns about the Church’s wanderings from the truth of Scripture.

25/06/2020

While Hutz Hertzberg and family were planning a flight out of Midway Airport on June 23, 2018, God had other plans. Who would have thought that those plans included Hutz’s death? Mark discusses the incredible outcome and God’s intervention.https://youtu.be/ws6jpwxFisM

While Hutz Hertzberg and family were planning a flight out of Midway Airport on June 23, 2018, God had other plans. Who would have thought that those plans i...

25/06/2020

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Hutz Hertzberg and family were ready to go on vacation, but God had other plans. Death was apparently one of those plans! Discover the rest of the story about that day two years ago when “Good Samaritan” took on a whole new meaning.

25/06/2020

Sometimes the tech works … and sometimes you lose last week’s podcast. In case you missed it, Jerald January… https://www.spreaker.com/episode/33248397

Jerald January’s life can best be described as an anxiety producing roller coaster. As he so aptly puts it: You do NOT want to be me. Listen as Mark talks to him about current racial tensions.

18/06/2020

Father’s Day brings back some roller coaster memories for Jerald January. He used to tell people, “You do NOT want to be me!” Murder on the South Side. Thoughts of su***de. Racial division. All these and God’s grace are what he and Mark discuss on this week’s Moving People Forward. https://youtu.be/dd9gk65ojVA

Racial division is all over the news. Pastor Jerald January used to say, “You do NOT want to be me!” Listen as Mark finds out why. And why fathers are incred...

11/06/2020

Watch as the Smileys encourage parents and grandparents to take on the greatest challenge of all! Priorities, loving your spouse, and that strong willed child! https://youtu.be/DZLaViFxq2g

11/06/2020

The Smileys embody their names, and if you are a parent or grandparent, you’ll want to hear what they have to say. : https://www.spreaker.com/user/11549443/mpf-ep-36-smiley_1

04/06/2020

https://youtu.be/sQKrE2jHtDw The ever changing face of office space is creating a new loneliness. Watch as Mark speaks with the founder of Employee Care of America, Rick Ezell.

The physical and social distancing of COVID-19 has made the workplace a lonely one. Join Mark as he interviews workplace chaplain and founder of Employee Car...

04/06/2020

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The physical and social distancing of COVID-19 has made the workplace a lonely one. Join Mark as he interviews workplace chaplain and founder of Employee Care of America, Rick Ezell.

28/05/2020

With every challenge comes an opportunity for the spread of the Gospel. You will find that Tim Hetzner’s excitement is contagious in this regard! How can those furry friends of the Comfort Dog ministry maintain a connection during COVID-19 quarantine. Watch!

With every challenge comes an opportunity for the spread of the Gospel. You will find that Tim Hetzner’s excitement is contagious in this regard! How can tho...

28/05/2020

With every challenge comes new ministry opportunity. And Tim Hetzner is excited about those opportunities for Lutheran Church Charities and the K-9 Comfort Dogs. How about a virtual visit with your favorite furry friend?

20/05/2020

While we are slowly coming out of sheltering-in-place, a few of our interviews have had to be remote. Consequently, Moving People Forward is having a BYE week. But here are some of the upcoming guests we can expect to hear from in the next few weeks! Tim Hetzner, of LCC, will discuss how ministry has been affected by the COVID-19 protocols. John and Kendra Smiley (pictured) share their energy and wisdom on parenting and grand parenting. And Jerald January shares his roller coaster ride of a life, and how God has redeemed each precarious dip.

14/05/2020

Thanks to Sam Deep for joining Mark in this week’s episode of Moving People Forward. https://youtu.be/YOkxvbRaMzg

How does a corporate trainer encourage CEOs and HR managers during such a challenging time as businesses are traversing these days? Mark speaks with Sam Deep...

14/05/2020

What is the best thing a CEO or manager can do during this challenging time? Mark speaks with author and corporate trainer, Sam Deep.

07/05/2020

And THIS is why we appreciate our camera/media tech at LCC so much! And we appreciate Jim Rabe being our guinea pig for a necessary Zoom episode of Moving People Forward. https://youtu.be/HGTqxgnDfPI

COVID-19 has changed the way the world works, plays, and maintains life. Mark’s guest, Jim Rabe, is the former VP for safety at Masonite. His insight on the ...

07/05/2020

During the COVID-19 pandemic, the world is finding new ways to work, play, and simply live. Join Mark from the “virtual studio” as he speaks with former VP of Environmental Health and Safety for a large corporation. How has this lockdown affected our hope and what can we do until life gets back ...

30/04/2020

Warden David Gomez gives new meaning to lockdown during this time in history. However, his focus is on the care of those under his supervision. God has used him where he has planted him.

23/04/2020

If you are feeling anxious or have ever experienced a panic attack, you know they can come on suddenly with seemingly no warning. Watch as Mark speaks with Andy Krajewski about his experience as a golf pro who suffered. https://youtu.be/evOvS_mG4qU

23/04/2020

Anxiety. Panic attacks. Unemployment. Open heart surgery. Even through these trials, Andy Krajewski has come out on the other side with his health and faith intact. Be encouraged in this week’s episode.

09/04/2020

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This is the perfect week to find out about our Jewish roots. Tune in to find out what Roy Schwarcz has to say about his Messianic journey.

Jesus made me kosher! What’s a “nice Jewish boy” doing sharing the gospel of Y’shua? Roy Schwarcz makes it clear that the Messiah is very Jewish. Celebrate t...

09/04/2020

Jesus made me kosher! What’s a “nice Jewish boy” doing sharing the gospel of Y’shua? Roy Schwarcz makes it clear that the Messiah is very Jewish. Celebrate the Old Testament foundation of the New when Mark speaks with this regional director of Chosen People Ministries.

02/04/2020

Dallas Jenkins comes from a family of media savvy people. When he jumped in to the faith based film world with both feet, he was in for a roller coaster ride. Now with his new crowd funded project, Dallas is sharing biblical fiction via the new world of app streaming. Join Mark as we learn more. https://youtu.be/f6SyDp-UtRw

Dallas Jenkins comes from a family of media savvy people. When he jumped in to the faith based film world with both feet, he was in for a roller coaster ride...

02/04/2020

Dallas Jenkins comes from a family of media savvy people. When he jumped in to the faith based film world with both feet, he was in for a roller coaster ride. Now with his new crowd funded project, Dallas is sharing biblical fiction via the new world of app streaming. Join Mark as we learn more.