Hi, we’re Ryan and Beth, followers of Jesus, just like you. We just happen to be on the radio and we’re doing life with you in southern Minnesota and northern Iowa. It’s a great place to live…yeah, sure, ya betcha!
Ryan is married with seven kids. Beth is single and has a dog. We’re two very different people, just on the same path to be more like Jesus. We invite you to come along!
Burning Question:
What was your burning desire to do when you were young, and what are you doing now?
Morning Devotional:
Last night, my dog and I were enjoying a perfectly quiet evening until we heard an odd thud come from another part of the house. We both froze. Abbie’s ears peaked, so did mine, and we both began a room-by-room investigation.
We never found the source of the noise, but I found it interesting how a single sound commanded our entire focus. It made me think of the sheer authority of God’s voice. Psalm 29:3–5 says:
“The voice of the Lord is over the waters; the God of glory thunders… The voice of the Lord is powerful; the voice of the Lord is majestic. The voice of the Lord breaks the cedars.”
Our “mysterious” sound last night ended up being nothing, but God’s voice is everything. It spoke creation into being, it has the power to break through the strongest of strongholds, it speaks life into us. Keep your ears open for the amazing, powerful, beautiful voice of the Lord today. He is speaking, especially to you and me.
– Beth
Bible Quiz:
Question: Who was the only animal that lied?
Answer: The serpent (Genesis 3:1-5)
Storytime: Your gloves are Where?
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Ryan hails from London, Ohio. Growing up, he was loud and you could always hear him coming. After high school, Ryan went to Cedarville University majoring in communications. Ryan’s career has brought him to KIAM Radio network in Nenana, Alaska. Upon returning to Ohio, he worked for Cox Broadcasting in Dayton (K99.1, 1290 WHIO), Salem Radio Network in Columbus (880 WRFD) and mostly recently he worked fifteen years for Strong Tower Christian Media in Xenia (Hope 100.7, 93.7 the Light). Ryan founded and ran a low power station in London (WCYC-LP).
Ryan and his wife Kris have seven children and they enjoy hiking Minnesota’s trails. He also likes to fish, hunt, and forage for edible mushrooms.
Beth is Kinship Radio’s Program Director and on-air host. She was born in northwestern Wisconsin and grew up in the Twin Cities area, calling both places home. Beth began performing at an early age and was active in community theatre, band and choir for much of her childhood. She attended Minnesota State University in Mankato where she earned her bachelor’s degree in music.
Beth has been active as a vocalist, worship leader, speaker, and journalist at a community newspaper. In her spare time, Beth enjoys crafts, snuggling with her dog, Abbie, and being an aunt to her three nieces.