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:
If you participated in the Olympics, what sport would you most want to compete in?
Morning Devotional:
I’ve been driving myself crazy lately trying to pick out a new artificial Christmas tree. With my puppy’s nose for trouble and tendency for chewing things, I know having a standard sized one this year is a bad idea. I’m looking for a tabletop tree, but I can’t decide what size tree to get. I’ve measured the tabletop and the height in the window space I want it in at least a dozen times, and I still can’t quite visualize it. I want it to look full, but not cramped. It feels like it should be an easy decision, but I’m completely stuck on this one measurement.
It made me laugh when I read my Bible last night. I was in Isaiah 40 and read verses 12 and 13: “Who has measured the waters in the hollow of his hand, or with the breadth of his hand marked off the heavens? Who has held the dust of the earth in a basket, or weighed the mountains on the scales…?”
Here I am, boggled by a single foot’s worth of fake pine needles, and the God of the universe is holding oceans in His palm. He spans the entire universe with His hand. My little decorating dilemma felt pretty small when I remembered I serve a God who measures, weighs, and perfectly understands the entire cosmos. His wisdom is truly beyond comprehension.
– Beth
Bible Quiz:
Question: What captain of the armies of Syria was a leper?
Answer: Naaman (2 Kings 5:1)
Storytime: Six Seven!
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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.