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 is the cutest thing you have heard a child say?
Morning Devotional:
Ever hear a knock on your door and feel a pang of anxiety? When it happened to me yesterday, my first thought wasn’t “Welcome! Come on in!” Nope – it was, “My house is a mess!” It was a mad dash to try and hide what I could of the clutter.
There was a man in the Word who received an unexpected houseguest. Zacchaeus was a man with plenty of spiritual clutter—greed, dishonesty, and a less-than-stellar reputation. Yet, when Jesus looked up into that sycamore tree, He didn’t ask for a cleaned-up version of Zacchaeus. He simply said, “I’m coming to your house today.”
Zacchaeus didn’t hide or make excuses about the mess. He opened the door and found something better than judgment: he found grace.
You may feel like your house isn’t ready for a visitor. But when the Lord knocks on the door of your heart, don’t let fear of what’s inside keep it locked. Let Him in.
– Beth
Bible Quiz:
Question: Who tore their clothes on seeing Job’s pitiful condition?
Answer: His three friends (Job 2:12)
Storytime: It was a cool Moment!
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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.