Do you ever feel alone? Living in a stepfamily makes you feel like NOBODY UNDERSTANDS YOU! Well guess what! God does! He loves you! His promises are real! His people throughout history have faced family dynamics that make your trials appear small. GOD'S BEEN THERE! He'll help you throught the waters if you ask. BLENDED FAMILY TODAY, the radio outreach to stepfamilies of THE BONDED FAMILY is excited to air a SPECIAL GUEST... nationally recognized blended family expert, author, columnist and herself a blended family Mom, JILL BROOKE. Jill is also a trained Stepfamily Coach. JILL BROOKE joined Dan and Rebecca Snell to discuss some cultural challenges facing blended families today in America. Jill also highlighted some noted Biblical figures, who themselves were in a broken family environment, who God used mightily even though they came from a formerly broken family life. JILL BROOKE has been a contributor to CBS" The Early Show and a former on-air CNN correspondent. Her work has appeared in the New York Times, Forbes FYI, Chicago Tribune, Harper's Bazaar and New York magazine. She has also written columns for such rivals as the New York Post and The New York Daily News while miraculously keeping on good terms with both papers. Her skill in diplomacy is why she is an expert on divorce, as well as the fact she is a stepfamily certified coach. Jill Brooke has a new book coming out in 2010 and we will keep you posted as to availability. You can connect with and/or follow JILL BROOKE on Facebook and Twitter. The Bonded Family and Jill intend to work together to shape the future of stepfamily life in America. ---------------------------------------------------------------------- IF YOU ENJOY THIS PODCAST, AND ARE A FREQUENT LISTENER TO BLENDED FAMILY TODAY, WE ASK YOU TO PLEASE CONSIDER MAKING A CONTRIBUTION TO THE RADIO MINISTRY SO THAT IT MAY CONTINUE IN IT'S SAME FORMAT. Click on the PAYPAL button to the right. Special thanks for all listeners. Visit our website: www.THEBONDEDFAMILY.com Visit our BLOG: www.BLENDEDFAMILYTODAY.com Join us on TWITTER: www.twitter.com/blendedfamilies Be our FACEBOOK pal: www.facebook.com/blendedfamilies View our YOUTUBE movies: http://www.youtube.com/blendedfamilies REACH US WITH QUESTIONS for future programs at: Radio@thebondedfamily.com KEEP LOOKING UP!

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LEGACY, TRUTHS AND MYTHS in stepfamily life. Dan and Rebecca throw out for discussion the thought "What kind of LEGACY do you want to leave for your blended family?" In the year 2031 what will your family remember as strengths or weaknesses? Will you still celebrate family gatherings and holidays all together? You can if you follow the basics that the Bible holds, along with Dan and Rebecca's encouragement and insight. WHAT YOU DO NOW WILL AFFECT 2031. There are TRUTHS and there are MYTHS in stepfamilies. Some basic fundamental life Truths exist and are discussed. Next week the MYTHS will be discussed. For Dan and Rebecca, having just had there week include spending time with ZIG ZIGLAR and Jean Ziglar ('The Redhead' as Zig likes to call her), they refer often to the American Icon's wisdom for marriage, family, life and relationships. Julie Ziglar Norman and her husband Jim Norman will be a part of the speaking team as The Bonded Family moves into 2010. Jim and Julie are themselves in a blended family and know firsthand the trials and joys. The BLENDED FAMILY TODAY co-hosts speak and draw often from Zig's books and philosophy's. Clearly Zig Ziglar's foundation in his success he attributes to his relationship with the Lord. This program is full of Zig-isms. And you'll hear from ELVIS. Push play to hear! ZIG ZIGLAR books Dan and Rebecca draw on are: POSITIVE PARENTING IN A NEGATIVE WORLD and CONFESSIONS OF A HAPPY CHRISTIAN as well as many others available now via: http://www.ziglar.com/shop/ Click on the BOOKS section or enjoy DVD's, CD's etc. Tell 'em THE BONDED FAMILY sent you there way. If these FREE PODCASTS are a positive impact for your marriage or family, please forward them to friends and family. Also, if you feel led to contribute to the expenses associated with the continued radio program, please consider contributing to the ministry by clicking on the PAYPAL button to the right. Your information is safe with PAYPAL, America's leading security conscience online payment system.

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ZIG ZIGLAR IS AN AMERICAN TREASURE. AN INSPIRATIONAL ICON. Zig has passed on to the next generation the same heart of service and inspiration. BLENDED FAMILY TODAY interviews Zig's son Tom Ziglar, CEO of Ziglar Corporation and daughter Julie Ziglar Norman, who along with her husband Jim Norman are in a blended family. Tom, Julie and Jim are all on the program podcast. You often hear program co-host Dan Snell quote and even have a little fun with the listeners by impersonating Zig Ziglar. Now hear from Zig's family who have heard the messages, quotes, quips and wisdom for the last 40+ years. Dan is excited and we know you will be too. Tom, Julie and Jim share special Ziglar family stories to brighten your heart. Their love for their Mom and Dad, and Family, is one that should be echoed across America in every family. Tom Ziglar, who now leads the Ziglar Corporation as CEO ( www.ziglar.com ) has emerged as a 'go to' resource for sharing motivation and inspiration online, via Twitter and other technologies. Find Tom on Twitter.com Then simply search for @TOMZIGLAR Jim and Julie share insight to motivate stepfamilies to know they can find success. They've done it! Julie and Jim are experts in marriage communication. Jim led Ziglar Corporation in the 90's and Julie grew up around her Dad Zig, so they also know that "Stinkin' Thinkin" is not allowed in families, especially in stepfamilies trying to 'bond' together through Christ-centered unity in the home. Julie and Jim can be found at www.GrowingUpZiglar.com We also discuss Zig Ziglar's new book arriving on shelves October 27th. Co-authored by Julie Ziglar Norman. It's called "EMBRACE THE STRUGGLE" and as always, it will inspire you to face your trials head on and work your way 'to the top'. IF YOU ENJOY BLENDED FAMILY TODAY, please consider clicking on the PAYPAL button to the right and donate whatever amount you feel led to. Radio does take an investment. We want to continue to provide Encouragement and Hope through Blended Family Today, but it does take financial resources. Please consider assisting our efforts. We also very much appreciate your ideas and encouragement sent to: radio@thebondedfamily.com GOD BLESS YOU AND KEEP LOOKING UP!

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2nd in a Series on FORGIVENESS. Without forgiveness, so many other areas of family life can be messed up. Listen and see if you don't catch a glimpse of what you may be experiencing yourself. Dan and Rebecca Snell on BLENDED FAMILY TODAY explore and encourage on the topic of FORGIVENESS. Special Guest: PATRICIA PLUMB, President of The Forgiveness Institute. Reach Patricia at: theforgivenessinstitute154@gmail.com VIST THE BONDED FAMILY AT: www.TheBondedFamily.com Reach us at: radio@thebondedfamily.com IF YOU ARE ENJOYING THIS RADIO PROGRAM FOR STEPFAMILIES, PLEASE HELP US KEEP IT ON THE AIR. CONSIDER DONATING VIA THE PAYPAL BUTTON TO THE RIGHT. ANY ANOUNT APPRECIATED. SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT FOR OCTOBER 4TH PROGRAM. Guests with be Zig Ziglar's son, daughter and son-in-law. TOM ZIGLAR, JULIE ZIGLAR NORMAN and JIM NORMAN will be live on the air on October 4th 8:00 - 9:00 am (CST) Listen in Kansas City on HotTalk 1510 AM or via streaming audio on the web at www.thebondedfamily.com/blendedfamilyradio THEN CLICK ON THE HotTalk 1510 AM logo on the right. It will take you to their audio stream live.

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In a SPECIAL EDITION - BLENDED FAMILY TODAY on Prime Time Wednesday night 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm radio via Union Broadcasting we recognized NATIONAL STEPFAMILY DAY. Special thanks to HotTalk 1510 AM / Union Broadcasting Corp (UBC) for allowing us to pre-empt ESPN Sports Radio for this Special Edition. We believe that UBC and The Bonded Family made radio and broadcast history this night as the first ever dedicated show to encourage the 20+ million stepfamily households in America. Thanks UBC! PAT WILLIAMS was the special guest. Pat knows large families as a Dad to 19 children, and he shares his own blended family story. Pat also shares his God-given humor, stories and motivation with our listeners. VISIT PAT AT: www.patwilliamsmotivate.com Christy Borgeld, the Founder of National Stepfamily Day, also was on the program calling in from Michigan. Christy began her special day efforts over a decade ago and continues to work hard for families across America. Her website is: www.nationalstepfamilyday.com Bill Nicks, is a Dr. James Naismith impersonator, and shares the story of basketball, character, teamwork, faith, family and fun. Bill Nicks is available to speak to groups. Reach Bill at: HistoryKC@gmail.com IF YOU ENJOY THIS PROGRAM AND PODCAST, PLEASE CONSIDER CONTRIBUTING TO OUR EFFORTS TO SERVE BLENDED FAMILIES BY CONTRIBUTING VIA THE PAYPAL BUTTON TO THE RIGHT OF THIS PAGE. PAYPAL IS AN EXCEPTIONALLY SAFE WAY TO CONTRIBUTE AS YOUR INFORMATION REMAINS PRIVATE. VISIT US AT : WWW.THEBONDEDFAMILY.COM TUNE IN EACH SUNDAY AM AT 8:00 AM (CST) via streaming audio by going to www.thebondedfamily.com/blendedfamilyradio and clicking on the large HotTalk 1510 LOGO on the right side of page. It will take you to the audio stream during the program.

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BLENDED FAMILY TODAY was honored to have Dr. Bob Reccord on the radio program as he called in from Florida, just berore teaching at NorthStar Community Church. Dr. Reccord, along with his Wife Cheryl, are the Founders of TOTAL LIFE IMPACT. VISIT TODAY: www.TotalLifeImpact.com FORGIVENESS in marriage, family and especially divorce, re-marriage and stepfamily life is often a giant mountain to climb. Often Blended Families struggle due to harden hearts and relationships that struggle due to 'baggage' that is being carried from prior marriage or thinking. Forgiveness is also one of the most hardest issues to work through. Wounds can run deep. Dr. Reccord applies outstanding stories, examples and some reach in the heart straight talk to address the issue of FORGIVENESS. PATRICIA PLUMB is President of THE FORGIVENESS INSTITUTE, and we were very fortunate to have her be in studio. Patricia Plumb is based in Kansas City and will return to the studio next week for the continuation of the topic on FORGIVENESS. You can reach her at : theforgivenessinstitute154@gmail.com IF YOU ARE BLESSED BY THIS RADIO MINISTRY.... PLEASE consider clicking on the PAYPAL button to the right and contributing to the ministry. Any amount is appreciated. Radio time costs money. No money, no mission. We first encourage you to support your local church and then if we are blessing you, contribute here. PLEASE ALSO FORWARD THIS FREE PODCAST TO AS MANY BLENDED FAMILY FRIENDS AND RELATIVES YOU CAN SO THEY MAY BE ENCOURAGED AND FIND HOPE IF THEY ARE STRUGGLING.

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The "Bitter Root" in blended families is known by many names and damages children and parental relationships. Scripture shares in HEBREWS 12 : 14-15 ... '...make every effort to live in peace with all men and to be holy; without holiness no one will see the Lord. See to it that no one misses the grace of God and that no bitter root grows up to cause trouble and defile many.' God wants us to work to 'live in peace'...yet often a 'bitter root' from divorce damages and causes... Indoctrination. Parental Alienation. Brainwashing. Whatever it's called...it damages hearts and minds. Dan and Rebecca Snell hear often from step-families via mail and at their B3 Conferences (From Broken to Blended to BONDED) conferences about the hurtful nature of the 'other home' or the 'former spouse'. Or how a child has developed innocently a bitter root in their attitude toward a parent. In their B3 Conferences Dan and Rebecca address the 'bitter root' issue and this week they talk about a very controversial subject. This program sheds some light onto the subject, answers questions and in general points to the human heart weakness that we can ask God to change to help irradicate this. GRANPARENTS, AUNTS AND UNCLES, NEIGHBORS, SCHOOL COUNSELORS and ANYONE who comes in contact and sense the 'bitter root' trying to diminish the other parent can be a part of the solution and not just let the issue become even worse.

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BLENDED FAMILY TODAY hosts Dan and Rebecca Snell interview with CHRISTY TUSING-BORGELD, the FOUNDER of NATIONAL STEPFAMILY DAY. www.NATIONALSTEPFAMILYDAY.com This SPECIAL EDITION interview is an edited version subset of the program hour. It is 22 minutes of the 55 minute show in it's entire form. There will be fade-ins and fade-outs at various times. Please visit our website: www.THEBONDEDFAMILY.com IF YOU ARE ENCOURAGED BY THE INTERVIEW, PLEASE CONSIDER CONTRIBUTING TO OUR RADIO MINISTRY. RADIO TIME COSTS MONEY. WE WANT TO CONTINUE TO SERVE BLENDED FAMILIES. ANY AMOUNT IS GREATLY APPRECIATED. WE USE PAYPAL. IT'S SAFE AND SOLID AND HOLDS OUTSTANDING PROTECTION FOR YOUR INFORMATION. THE BUTTON IS TO THE RIGHT.

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A Doubleheader of SUPER GUESTS on BLENDED FAMILY TODAY. Both understand the dynamics of stepfamily life and want to help blended families be victorious and appreciated. We could call this program 'Your Day and His Way' because it's about a special day in September and God's promise that He is a God of second chances'. DR. DAN ERICKSON is in studio for the entire hour discussing GOD LOVES DO-OVERS, his book on second chances of life. www.greateryes.com PLUS...calling in from Michigan...the FOUNDER of the NATIONAL STEPFAMILY DAY (Sept 16th) CHRISTY TUSING-BORGELD. www.nationalstepfamilyday.com A SPECIAL EDITION edited version is available as podcast. Please share this program with your friends. IF YOU ARE BEING ENCOURAGED BY THE PROGRAM EACH WEEK, PLEASE CONSIDER CLICKING ON THE PAYPAL BUTTON TO THE RIGHT AND CONTRIBUTING WHATEVER YOU CAN TO SUPPORT THE MINISTRY. WE'D REALLY APPRECIATE THAT. IT COSTS MONEY TO KEEP A RADIO PROGRAM GOING. To learn more about THE BONDED FAMILY, visit: www.thebondedfamily.com

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EXTREME DREAMS DEPEND ON TEAMS! Do you want your stepfamily to be a team? When you think of 'teamwork' one doesn't first think FAMILY. Yet PAT WILLIAMS shares, and we agree, that the Family is the most basic and fundamental form of TEAM. PAT WILLIAMS is our SPECIAL GUEST this program. Pat is the Senior Vice President of the Orlando Magic. He's written 55 books. He speaks over 150 times a year across the country as a motivational and leadership expert. Pat and his wife Ruth are parents to 19 children. 14 adopted and one time have 16 teenagers in the family... Pat understands blended families. THIS WEEK ON BLENDED FAMILY TODAY... Pat highlights his latest book "EXTREME DREAMS DEPEND ON TEAMS". Pat shares 8 principles that are true in our culture today. Whether for business, sports or FAMILY... creating the TEAM is key if you want success. Pat also shares on his recent book written with his daughter Karyn Williams called THE TAKEAWAY. Also we recommend a 2004 book Pat wrote called 'YOU'VE GOT TO BE KIDDING' where Pat writes about parenting in a large blended family. To view and even order Pat's books: www.thebondedfamily.com/blendedfamilylatestnews Visit Pat's website: www.PATWILLIAMSMOTIVATE.com Please help us continue to bring great guests like Pat by choosing to support our ministry by clicking on the DONATE button to the right. THANKS and KEEP LOOKING UP ! Mevio {Mevio-2ada996033b254c49b43bc62107b3b5f}

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BLENDED FAMILY TODAY ****SPECIAL EDITION**** College Funding ('Special Editions' are 21 minute educational editions) WE OFTEN receive emails on topics that people are seeking ideas, resources to use or special request radio programs. WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU and we will produce BLENDED FAMILY TODAY "Special Editions" where we cover topics you are requesting. With the start up of the school year, funding for college is on many people's mind. Our FIRST SPECIAL EDITION is with DR. RANDY SHEPARD. http://tinyurl.com/collegefundingexpert Dr. Shepard is a nationally recognized college funding expert. He has helped hundreds of families save thousands of dollars. A man of faith and integrity, you know how much he cares...before you care how much he knows. http://tinyurl.com/collegefundingexpert Click above to go to his site. Randy has an eBook on College Funding you will want to get. Be sure and tune into BLENDED FAMILY TODAY each Sunday morning at 8 AM (CST). www.1510.com from any web source or in Kansas City on KCTE 1510 AM email SPECIAL EDITION ideas to: radio@thebondedfamily.com

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BLENDED FAMILY TODAY is the radio ministry of THE BONDED FAMILY. Dan and Rebecca Snell host the hour long radio program dedicated exclusively to serving step-families and helping families - marriages and children - rise up to great success. This week's program focuses on RELATIONSHIPS and how God has clearly extended His spirit to help us and how the 'Fruit of the Spirit' applies to Blended Families. Dan and Rebecca discuss real world examples that tie into: Love, Joy, Peace, Patience, Kindness, Goodness, Faithfulness, Gentleness and Self-Control. Think on these things. You could write a book on each one and how it impacts family life. We'd love to have you write us with questions, comments, suggestions for shows, etc. WRITE US TODAY AT: RADIO@TheBondedFamily.com Visit our website at: http://www.thebondedfamily.com Call us at: 816-200-BOND (2663) We are putting together 2010 Conference sites, let us know if your church wants to host a conference.

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More step-family questions from listeners. BLENDED FAMILY TODAY, the Radio Outreach of THE BONDED FAMILY hosted by Dan and Rebecca Snell. 20+ million blended family households. You are not alone. IF YOU ENJOY THESE PODCASTS, PLEASE SUPPORT THE RADIO MINISTRY BY CLICKING ON THE PAYPAL BUTTON TO THE RIGHT. PAYPAL IS VERY SAFE AND SECURE. Rebecca and Dan answer questions this week on discipline, dealing with former spouses (the ex), and others.

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GRANDPARENTING IN A BLENDED FAMILY - Questions and Answers to step-family / blended family challenges for Grandpa and Grandma. Third in a Series of GRANDPARENTING tips. Often a forgotten family member in a step-family is the Grandparent. Blended Families hold some of the strongest life experience and wisdom right there in the Grandparents. IF YOU LIKE THIS PODCAST AND ARE WILLING TO SUPPORT THE RADIO EFFORTS, PLEASE DONATE SAFELY VIA PAYPAL WITH THE BUTTON ON THE RIGHT. Dan and Rebecca Snell take listener questions and share their insight and perspectives on the questions. ALWAYS THEY USE THE "BONDED 360*" FORMAT. They look at a question from ALL ANGLES of the family. A '360 Degrees' approach in how each member of the step-family may view the question and scenario. This helps build 'understanding', 'empathy' and 'grace' for the other perspectives. In the end...what might the Bible suggest is normally the soundest of reasoning. Visit www.thebondedfamily.com TODAY

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GRANDPARENTING IN A BLENDED FAMILY - Questions and Answers. Often a forgotten family member in a step-family is the Grandparent. Blended Families hold some of the strongest life experience and wisdom right there in the Grandparents. Dan and Rebecca Snell take listener questions and share their insight and perspectives on the questions. ALWAYS THEY USE THE "BONDED 360*" FORMAT. They look at a question from ALL ANGLES of the family. A '360 Degrees' approach in how each member of the step-family may view the question and scenario. This helps build 'understanding', 'empathy' and 'grace' for the other perspectives. In the end...what might the Bible suggest is normally the soundest of reasoning. STAY TUNED NEXT SHOW FOR : GRANDPARENTING IN A BLENDED FAMILY Q&A #3, the final in a three part series on Grandparenting dynamics in step-families.

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Questions answered on air from actual listeners. Dan and Rebecca Snell answers questions. Session #3 of Q & A. THE BONDED FAMILY presents BLENDED FAMILY TODAY Step-family insight from a faith-based perspective. Blended Family dynamics are large. Visit Dan and Rebecca @ thebondedfamily.com Email in questions for future programs to: RADIO@TheBondedFamily.com

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TOPIC: Questions and Answers from listeners THE BONDED FAMILY presents Dan and Rebecca Snell Questions on Discipline, Co-Parenting, Struggles with former spouses, stories of God's love and grace.

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Blended Family Today featuring AL AND KAY BETZ OUTFLUENCE, The Better Way to Influence Al Betz is author of OUTFLUENCE Relationship skills via Outfluential principles. June 28th, 2009

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THE BONDED FAMILY presents BLENDED FAMILY TODAY Dan and Rebecca answer some common and frequently asked questions from blended family parents on issues like: Discipline, Parenting Time, Parental Alienation, Finances and more. They extend Biblical Insight and Encouragement. No Guest this week. All Questions GOD CAN TAKE A STEP-FAMILY... ...FROM BROKEN TO BLENDED TO BONDED

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THE BONDED FAMILY presents BLENDED FAMILY TODAY TOPIC: Silent Communication via OUTFLUENCE GUESTS: Al and Kay Betz of OUTFLUENCE www.outfluenceonline.com Buy the book "OUTFLUENCE, The Better Way to Influence" Silent and "Constant Communication" are key in all aspects of life. Family, Business and Relationships of all kinds. LISTEN to Al and Kay share some great tips that work in blended family life, or wherever you are.

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BLENDED FAMILY TODAY the radio ministry of THE BONDED FAMILY A special Memorial Day program with loads of laughter. J.J. Jasper, Comedian and AFR radio DJ is our Special Guest. TOPIC: "VACATING", Summer Vacations, Fun, Laughter, Joy, Traditions, Memories...all things special for BONDING. Lots of laughter and comedy.

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The 'Tongue' has the power of life and death we are told in Proverbs Chapter 18. TOPIC: OUR WORDS AND OUR TONGUE May 17th, 2009 This episode is 'theater' and depicts commonly used damaging words heard in blended family households. Our message is to trust God, look UP to Him, and find a path to SELF CONTROL with your words, PERSEVERANCE when you are on the receiving end, and TRUST that God is in control and can handle the situation... much better than you and I or whoever thinks they can. GUEST : Russ Jones, CEO of CHRISTIAN PRESS Russ announces the new magazine for blended families, in partnership with THE BONDED FAMILY.

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THE BONDED FAMILY presents BLENDED FAMILY TODAY TOPIC: MOTHERHOOD SPECIAL GUESTS: AMY AND RANDY DAVIS and Family Founders of Inspiring Moms. www.inspiringmoms.com

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THE BONDED FAMILY presents BLENDED FAMILY TODAY May 3rd, 2009 TOPIC: GRANDPARENTS GUEST: Dr. Dan Erickson CEO, People Matter Ministries Author, Speaker, Pastor Books Written: Finding Your Greater Yes AND God Loves Do Overs

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APRIL 26th, 2009 - The MOUNTAINS before us. THE BONDED FAMILY presents BLENDED FAMILY TODAY The radio ministry to blended families with Dan and Rebecca Snell TOPIC: MOUNTAINS SPECIAL GUEST: HENRI BOUCARD

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THE BONDED FAMILY presents Blended Family Today The Radio Ministry of The Bonded Family TOPIC TODAY: ACCEPTANCE Special Guest: Dr. Ken Canfield Pepperdine University Executive Director of the Boone Center for Family Study

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THE BONDED FAMILY presents BLENDED FAMILY TODAY. With Dan and Rebecca Snell, Co-Founders of The Bonded Family Special Guest: Carey Casey

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