Affirmative Prayer

Nonviolence and civil resistance were mainstays during the Civil Rights movement in the United States. That same technique is being used at the grassroots level in the Arab Spring movement that started just over a year ago. Our first guest is Georgia Rep. John Lewis, who was there, walking alongside Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., activating the Power of Yes for an idea that was just becoming a possibility. We also welcome Zainab Al-Suwaij, an Iraqi who risked having a comic book about Dr. King's principle's of nonviolence translated into Arabic and used to train the youth in Egypt. Dr. King's dream lives on ... this time in the hearts of those seeking a better, more peaceful way in the Middle East.

Have you ever wondered, What's this world coming to? If our guest today is any example, you'll see that the world is going in a great direction! Chris Yamas is a 19-year-old from The Launching Pad, a spiritual community for young adults, in Berkeley, California. One of the goals of the community is to "use spiritual tools to transform our personal lives and make the world a better place." Chris is using the tools he has learned, along with his leadership qualities, intelligence and common sense to help build a similar community in Europe and beyond.

Imagine having an interesting friend wherever you go-whether it's one state or 2,000 miles away. Couch Surfing is Activating the Power of YES by blazing the trail toward a better, friendlier world where different people can find similarities. Go to www.Couchsurfing.com to find out more, or meet Dan Hoffer, co-founder of Couch Surfing, as he explains how Couch Surfing is expanding the horizons of travelers and hosts alike. As a host in couchsurfing, Beverly has met interesting visitors and she intends to couchsurf at someone else's house on her next trip to wherever-with millions of members in more than 230 countries and territories to choose from around the world!

Join Rev. Bev as she chats with Echo Garrett, founder of the Orange Duffel Bag Foundation for older foster children, homeless children and kids at risk. Echo has worked with (and without) the "system" to coach, mentor and provide a platform for these soon-to-be adults to stand on. Beverly met her when she was recruiting writers and photographers to compile a book of foster child biographies with pictures to encourage families to adopt those children into their homes and out of the system. For behind-the-scenes information on this episode, visit the Affirmative Prayer Facebook page.

Do you like music and lyrics that resonate with your soul? Then you'll like finding how Rickie Byars Beckwith is moved to write those beautiful songs of hers. But her story goes deeper than that, and she is sharing it with the world in her recently released book and accompanying CD, Let My Soul Surrender. Get a peek behind the scenes as Rickie BB shares the many ways she activates the Power of YES in her music and her life. For more information about this inspiring woman, go to www.rickiebb.com.

Rev. Beverly Molander talks with Dennis Merritt Jones, Huffington Post contributor and Science of Mind minister, about how we can maneuver through these uncertain times. Many are experiencing upheavals in work, relationships, health or prosperity, and we're wondering what lies ahead in 2012. In his most recent book, The Art of Uncertainty, Dennis Merritt Jones describes "How to Live the Mystery of Life and Love It." Wouldn't you love to enter the new year feeling certain that you can handle any uncertainty that comes your way? That's a great way to Activate the Power of YES! For more information on our guest, go to www.dennismerrittjones.com.

Rev. Beverly Molander chats with Rev. Barbara Leger about her journey across nine time zones to end up in Ukraine (near Russia) on historic September 11, 2001. We'll find out how her life took off in a different direction on that day and what it's like to bring a message of peace to a country that has only known war. She has been activating that Power of YES there for 10 years. Find out about her work at www.Temenoscsl.org.

Have you ever experienced an epiphany, a life-changing moment or realization? Elise Ballard has, and she started asking people from all walks of life about theirs, including Maya Angelou, Deepak Chopra, acquaintances and lifelong friends. Whether discovering purpose, new possibilities or a new direction after a catastrophic setback, each person's epiphany is a gift. We'll find out how we can look at ourselves, and the events of our lives, from a broad, insightful perspective. If you would like to share your epiphany, email beverly@beverlymolander.net.

Dr. David Ault is senior minister at the Spiritual Living Center of Atlanta and a world class New Thought musician. He has been activating the Power of YES by bringing education and safe drinking water to Cambodia through his Khmer Child Foundation. His next pilgrimage to Cambodia is in January. Join us as we talk about his incredible journey of Cosmic breadcrumbs.

Judy Morley, Ph.D., was diagnosed with Stage IV Cancer and given a 25 percent chance to live. That was 13 years ago. Join Beverly Molander and Judy as she talks about how she used spiritual principles and practices to beat the odds and activated her own Power of YES, despite all that the world was trying to tell her. Just as your thinking can make you sick, it can also heal you. That's in her book, From Cancer to Power.

Scott Blum, cofounder of the Internet's popular DailyOM, has just completed his third book in the trilogy about his spiritual awakening. Join Beverly Molander and Scott as he tells us about DailyOM-how it got started and who writes those beautiful pieces every day-and then gives us a glimpse into his newest book, Winter Moon Rises, to be launched on November 1, 2011. Friend Scott Blum as well at DailyOM on Facebook.

Beverly Molander welcomes Rev. Dr. Kathy Hearn, Community Spiritual Leader for United Centers for Spiritual Living. Dr. Kathy has dedicated the past several years to co-leading the unification of two separate organizations. Finally, that joint effort is coming to a successful end and a new organization is ready to be launched. Dr. Kathy tells about her personal journey along this very visible adventure, and she'll also talk about her own experience of Affirmative Prayer. Find out more about Dr. Kathy at www.unitedcentersforspiritualliving.org.

Listen in as Beverly Molander welcomes Ann Bassarab. Ann is a 71-year-old, 5'2" American who is married to a 34-year-old, 6'6" Maasai warrior. She has plenty of examples of saying "Yes," even when "No" seemed like a more logical answer. Find out about Ann and her organization, Wellbeing, whose mission is to provide clean drinking water to the village of Esupetai in Kenya (www.wellbeing-foundation.org).

Beverly Molander welcomes Daniel Nahmod, renowned New Thought singer and songwriter, to Affirmative Prayer: Activating the Power of YES. Daniel has presented his music and message to many audiences, including Christian, Catholic, Muslim, Hindu, Buddhist, Jewish, Mormon, Science of Mind, and Unity, and he has worked with some of the most influential and brilliant speakers and leaders in the world. Find out more about the man and his music at www.danielnahmod.com.

Join Beverly Molander as she welcomes Becky Douglas to Affirmative Prayer: Activating the Power of YES. This mother of 10 turned a family tragedy into a family legacy that has changed the lives of the poorest of the poor forever. She says, "If I can do this, anyone can change the world." Find more about her at www.risingstaroutreach.org.