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Dennis Agajanian is an award-winning country musician who has traveled the world with Franklin Graham performing at evangelistic crusades and working closely with Samaritan’s Purse. Izabella McMillan grew up in communist Romania and at age 13 received an Operation Christmas Child shoebox from Samaritan’s Purse, changing her life forever. She later emigrated to the USA and now serves as a spokesperson for Operation Christmas Child. In this conversation with John Coulombe and Wayne Rice, Dennis and Izabella describe how Samaritan’s Purse shares the gospel around the world one shoebox at a time. If you have been looking for a way to get your grandchildren involved in a service project during the upcoming holiday season, give this podcast a listen. Website mentioned during this podcast: SamaritansPurse.org/OCC

Bill Butterworth is a well-known and well-traveled speaker and writer who is the author of Postcards from Pop Pop: Life Lessons from the Road, a collection of short stories addressed to his grandchildren about his travels to all fifty U.S. states plus the District of Columbia. In this light-hearted conversation with Wayne Rice and John Coulombe, Bill shares some of his favorite stories and offers advice to grandparents who want to tell stories to their grandchildren as well. A prolific ghost-writer, Bill also talks candidly about his experience writing a soon-to-be-published memoir by pastor Chuck Swindoll.  Books mentioned in this podcast: Growing Up by Russell Baker Postcards from PopPop: Life Lessons from the Road by Bill Butterworth

In a Legacy Grandparenting first, Wayne Rice and John Coulombe turn over the microphone to guest co-host Janet Hellige who interviews author and speaker Rhonda Stoppe on the general topic of grandmothering. Rhonda and Janet discuss the unique role that grandmothers play in the lives of grandchildren, how to share the gospel with grandchildren, how to live with “no regrets” as a grandmother and much more. Rhonda also offers a few words of advice for grandfathers! Resources mentioned on this podcast: Moms of the Bible by Rhonda Stoppe: https://a.co/d/0lGu31V Great Wolf Lodge https://www.greatwolf.com/

Lori Wildenberg is a speaker, podcaster and author who has written several books about parenting and family issues, her latest being Grandparents Make Grand Partners (D6 Publishing). In this enlightening conversation with Wayne Rice and John Coulombe, Lori discusses various grandparent “personalities,” grandparent “hot spots,” “the grandma wars” and much more. She also addresses a strategy for teaching our grandkids holiness not with behavior modification but with “replacement prayer.” Books mentioned during this podcast: Lori Wilderberg - Grandparents Make Grand Partners: How to Have and Eternal Impact on Your Grandchild's Life (D6 Publishing) Corrie Ten Boom - The Hiding Place (Chosen Books)

Bill Breakey is the author of a new book for grandfathers called Legacy in Real Time: A Grandfather’s Guide to Showing Up. In this conversation with Wayne Rice and John Coulombe, he talks about the important role that grandfathers play in the lives of grandchildren and how today’s grandfathers can leverage their influence in creative and practical ways. Having run in three Boston marathons, Bill says, “When the grandkids started coming, I decided to run less, grandpa more.” Whether you are a grandfather or grandmother, you’ll enjoy spending some time with Bill Breakey on this podcast. For more information: www.billbreakey.com Legacy in Real Time: A Grandfather’s Guide to Showing Up by Bill Breakey (available in the Legacy Coalition Store)

J. P. Moreland is the Distinguished Professor of Philosophy at Talbot School of Theology and author of numerous books including Finding Quiet: My Story of Overcoming Anxiety and the Practices that Brought Peace. In this very candid conversation with Wayne Rice and John Coulombe, J.P talks openly about how his struggle with anxiety, depression, cancer and other health issues have shaped his faith, the relationship he has with his family, and his view of death and dying. He also offers a glimpse into the life of his colleague, mentor and friend, the late Dallas Willard. Resources mentioned during this podcast: Renovation of the Heart by Dallas Willard Imagine Heaven: Near-Death Experiences, God's Promises, and the Exhilarating Future That Awaits You – A Spiritual Exploration of Life, Purpose, and Eternal Hope in the Face of Death and Grief by John Burke “Stand to Reason” (podcast) with Greg Koukl and others “Reasonable Faith” (podcast) with William Lane Craig A Reason for God by Tim Keller Finding Quiet: My Story of Overcoming Anxiety and the Practices that Brought Peace by J. P. Moreland Dallas Willard Ministries (website) dwillard.org Kingdom Apprenticeship: Dallas Willard’s Formational Theology and Missional Vision by Keas Keasler (InterVarsity Press) More Than a Carpenter by Josh McDowell MetaEthics by Dave Horner and J.P. Moreland

Larry Fowler, founder of the Legacy Coalition, engages in a wide-ranging conversation with Wayne Rice and John Coulombe, reflecting on his past ten years of ministry, the recent leadership changes at the Legacy Coalition and key takeaways from the Legacy Grandparent Summit in Frisco, Texas. He also shares excerpts from the recently released seminar curriculum “Grandparenting Influence” as well as thoughts from his first book “Raising a Modern-Day Joseph.” There’s lots to learn from Larry in this very informative podcast. Books and Resources mentioned in this podcast: Awana Clubs International (clubs.awana.org)Raising a Modern-Day Joseph by Larry Fowler (David C. Cook) https://amzn.to/4enqxE8Grandparenting Influence Curriculum https://store.legacycoalition.com/grandparenting-influence-study/?inf_contact_key=426017558bc068abe42165a1b49edb77

Patti Garibay is a former Girl Scout leader who founded an alternative scouting program called American Heritage Girls which now has more than 70,000 girls involved in all fifty states.  In this conversation with Wayne Rice and John Coulombe, Patti explains how AHG began, what it does and how it provides a strategic way for grandparents to help raise godly granddaughters and pass on their Christian faith. Books and Resources mentioned during this podcast: Why Curse the Darkness When You Can Light a Candle by Patti GaribayPippi Longstocking by Astrid LindgrenAmerican Heritage Girls website: https://americanheritagegirls.org/Trail Life USA website: traillifeuse.com

So what does a grandparent do when the grandkids visit and spend all of their time staring at their phone or tablet? This question and many others are answered during this podcast by Arlene Pellicane, a parenting expert, author and podcaster who will be speaking at the Legacy Grandparenting Summit in March. In this lively conversation with John Coulombe and Wayne Rice, Arlene warns parents and grandparents about the inherent dangers and risks of AI on our children and grandchildren, and offers some tips on how to spend quality time with our kids without the use of screens. She also discusses her new book Making Marriage Easier and offers encouragement for grandparents who want to keep their marriages vibrant and strong. Books and resources mentioned: Grandparenting Screen Kids: How to Help, What to Say and How to Begin by Arlene Pellicane and Dr. Gary Chapman The Happy Home Podcast with Arlene Pellicane (visit ArlenePellicane.com) Making Marriage Easier: How to Love and Like Your Spouse for Life by Arlene Pellicane Atomic Habits: An Easy & Proven Way to Build Good Habits & Break Bad Ones by James Clear  The Power of Bad: How the Negativity Effect Rules Us and How We Can Rule It by John Tierney and Roy Baumeister

Scott Wesley Brown is a renowned Christian artist who has recorded dozens of albums and numerous #1 songs on the contemporary Christian music charts. He is also a musical missionary who uses his music to reach people all over the world. On this podcast, Scott talks with Wayne Rice and John Coulombe about his music, his missionary work, his grandparenting and much more. And in a Legacy Grandparenting first, this podcast features three of Scott’s recordings.  SCOTT WESLEY BROWN BIO Some people strive for success. Others find greater value in focusing on significance. Scott Wesley Brown is one such person. Artists whose careers span five decades have definitely proven their relevancy to the changing times. Scott Wesley Brown is no exception. He has shown through the years that he is a man of quality and virtue. A man who has left an indelible mark on Christian music—a prolific songwriter, dynamic vocalist, challenging author, international missionary, worship leader, and Christian music pioneer! The past several decades have seen Scott Wesley Brown's signature on no fewer than 9 number one singles in Adult-Contemporary and Inspirational music rankings. His songs have been recorded by Sandi Patti, Amy Grant, Bill Gaither, Mark Lowery, Bruce Carroll, Pat Boone, The Imperials, Petra, and international opera star Placido Domingo on his album with John Denver! Scott’s music has inspired musicians to reach a higher level of excellence while moving audiences to a deeper understanding of the call that crystallized Scott Wesley Brown's commitment to spreading the gospel to over 45 countries worldwide. Brown's journal records covert missions behind the Iron Curtain and the first publicly promoted Christian music event in the U.S.S.R. It was during this August 1989 concert that over 15,000 Soviets heard the passionate cry for love and compassion while the Spirit moved some 2,000 to join in the family of Christ. Scott Wesley Brown stood side-by-side with East German brothers and sisters as the Berlin Wall came down, marking another victory for the Kingdom. He has taken over 100 musicians on trips to the mission field and provided hundreds of musical instruments to musicians and missionaries in third-world and restricted-access countries. While Scott Wesley Brown understands the global mission, he also understands church and family. Scott serves as a teaching pastor for The Legacy Coalition’ grandparenting ministry in training Christian grandparents to be “Intentional”. Scott has also produced two albums for Legacy as well as several videos! Scott Wesley Brown Classics available on various music sites include: He Will Carry YouThis Little ChildThis Is The Day (A Wedding Song)My Treasure (A Wedding Song)Please Don’t Send Me To AfricaGrace AloneI Wish You JesusPastor Keith Manley wrote a biography of Scott’s life, music, and missions ministry called “I WISH YOU JESUS,” now available on Amazon. This tells the story of a man who discovered that worship isn’t confined to a stage or sanctuary but lived in the trenches, in the margins, in the forgotten places where Christ’s love is needed most! LINKS: Scott Wesley Brown: Scottwesleybrown.bandcamp.com Grandprints by Scott Wesley Brown: https://open.spotify.com/track/1o2OmF3QDoakDapxl42XrF A Shepherd Looks at Psalm 23 by Phillip Keller https://amzn.to/407bPc0 The CD’s “Legacy” and “Find Us Faithful” are sold out and no longer available from the Legacy Coalition. The Track listings are below and you may be able to find individual tracks online: Legacy (2018) Grandprints (Scott Wesley Brown)Hold You All Night (Wayne Watson)Finish Well (Steve and Annie Chapman)The Best I

In this podcast, author and speaker Jay Payleitner talks with Wayne Rice and John Coulombe about his new book A Grand Way to Live: Faith, Wisdom and Joy for  Every Grandparent which contains 90 devotional readings on grandparenting. He gives us a free sample from his book and offers several ideas for grandparents including “Prayable Moments,” a way to communicate a Christian worldview to grandchildren without being preachy or pushy. You will enjoy Jay’s enthusiasm, humor and creative outlook on the role of grandparents in today’s world.   Books and resources mentioned during this podcast: The Tale of Three Trees: A Traditional Folktale by Angela Elwell Hunt  Mere Christianity by C. S. Lewis What If God Wrote Your Bucket List by Jay Payleitner and Josh McDowell Hooray for Grandparents by Jay Payleitner A Grand Way to Live by Jay Payleitner Happy Semiquincentennial, America! by Jay Payleitner

The Legacy Coalition recently welcomed former Caterpillar executive Dan Hellige as its new President and CEO. In this casual conversation with John Coulombe and Wayne Rice, Dan and his wife Janet talk about their family, their career history, their grandparents, their grandkids, their marriage, their preferences and much more. If you’ve been blessed by the Legacy Coalition in the past, you’ll enjoy getting to know Dan and Janet Hellige as they begin their journey together leading the Legacy Coalition into the future. Books and Resources mentioned during this podcast: Halftime: Moving from Success to Significance by Bob BufordFinishing Well by Bob BufordLord of the Rings/The Hobbit by J.R.R. TolkienSilver Boxes: The Gift of Encouragement by Florence Littauer

Several years ago, Pastor and author Chuck Swindoll entered into a unique mentoring relationship with two of his grandsons, Austin Swindoll Thompson and Parker Nelson, both of them in their thirties. Both had endured difficult family situations during their childhood and relocated to the Dallas-Fort Worth area to be closer to their extended family. In this podcast John Coulombe and Wayne Rice talk with Austin and Parker about the relationship they now have with their “Bubba” Swindoll and what lessons they have learned from their mentoring sessions with him. And in a surprise development, they are joined on the phone by “Bubba” himself.   Books referenced in this podcast: Living on The Ragged Edge by Chuck Swindoll David: A Man of Passion and Destiny by Chuck SwindollThink and Grow Rich by Napoleon HillThe Screwtape Letters by C.S. LewisMere Christianity by C.S. LewisBooks (fiction) by Brandon Sanderson and Robert Jordan.How to Stop Worrying and Start Living by Dale CarnegieThe Two Towers by J.R.R. TolkienThe Road by Cormac McCarthyBiographies by H.W. Brands (Washington)Lord of the Flies by William Golding

Cynthia Tobias is the best-selling author of more than 16 books including You Can’t Make Me (But I Can Be Persuaded): Strategies for Bringing Out the Best in Your Strong-Willed Child. Cynthia believes that being strong-willed is not a negative trait in children but something that can contribute to their ability to develop strong convictions, solid reasoning and good communication skills. In this podcast, Cynthia discusses with Wayne Rice and John Coulombe how grandparents can relate effectively to their strong-willed grandchildren by treating them with respect, choosing battles wisely and building strong relationships that can last a lifetime. Resources mentioned during this podcast: My Utmost for His Highest by Oswald Chambers (Daily Bread Publishing) You Can’t Make Me (But I Can Be Persuaded): Strategies for Bringing Out the Best in Your Strong-Willed Child by Cynthia Tobias (WaterBrook Press)

Jaime Saint is the grandson of Nate Saint, one of the five missionaries who in 1956 were famously killed by the Auca (Waodani) tribe in a remote rain forest of Ecuador.  Over the years, the story has been told and dramatized in many books, magazines, movies, documentaries and stage productions but in this conversation with John Coulombe and Wayne Rice, Jaime explains how the faithfulness of his grandfather Nate as well as his father Steve has impacted the lives of the Waodani people and his own life in the sixty years that have passed since those missionaries gave their lives. This episode of Legacy Grandparenting will reconnect you with that powerful story of courage and sacrificial love and inspire you to consider the generational impact that we can have on our children and grandchildren.  BOOKS AND RESOURCES MENTIONED ON THIS PODCAST  Seriously! 100 Laugh-Out-Loud Stories that Teach Bible Truths by Wayne Rice (available from LegacyCoalition.com/store or from Amazon.com)The Great Omission by Steve Saint (YWAM Publishing)Love Does by Bob Goff (Thomas Nelson Publishing)“End of the Spear” (2005 movie) is the story of Steve Saint (Jaime’s father) who as a child accompanied his father to Ecuador, then as an adult returned to Ecuador and lived with the tribe that killed his father. Steven Curtis Chapman’s “Beyond the Gates of Wonder” live concert featuring Steve Saint and “grandfather” Mincaye of the Waodani tribe (available on YouTube).ITEC, the ministry founded by Steve Saint: www.itecusa.org"Counting the Cost" (video) is available on YouTube“The Next Chapter” (video) is available on YouTube“The Grandfathers” (video) is also available on YouTube