On Episode 24 of Serving Our Nation, I had the opportunity to interview Pastor Dave Czarnik and Mr. Ray Boutwell. Pastor Dave shares how he helps to change the lives of young people, including my own two kids, through youth ministry and Coming of Age events. Mr. Boutwell, a 95 year old veteran of World War II, discusses how his two years of military service set him on an unexpected course that affected his destiny and helped him become a lifelong servant leader in his community.

Serving Our Nation offers hope in the darkness through guests each week who demonstrate servant leadership. In Episode 23, Rev. Dr. Paul McCullough interviewed two wonderful servant leaders who are deeply committed to their community, LT Steven Rogers and Chaplain Brenda Swartz. LT Rogers shared about the importance of following God’s call on your life and the blessings he’s received from doing that throughout his careers in the military, the police force, and politics. Chaplain Swartz explained how God called her to serve alongside her husband during his military career and how God transformed that work into her non-profit, Warrior Family Ministries. These leaders will inspire you to find a way to get involved in your community and listen for God’s call on your life.

Serving Our Nation offers hope in the darkness through guests each week who demonstrate servant leadership. In Episode 22, Rev. Dr. Paul McCullough spoke with two incredible women who are servant leaders in their family and community, Ms. Karen Escalante and Ms. Cynthia Caldwell. These women shared what it truly means to love others and how you can live that out to be salt and light to those around you. Their stories are sure to motivate you to complete an ARK (Act of Random Kindness).

Serving Our Nation offers hope in the darkness through guests each week who demonstrate servant leadership. In Episode 21, Rev. Dr. Paul McCullough spoke with two dynamic servant leaders in the area of faith, Mr. Dan Tarrant and Chaplain (Captain) Sean Callahan. Dan discussed the importance of making a personal decision for Jesus Christ and how he helps Catholics understand what it means to be personally Catholic, as opposed to culturally Catholic. Chaplain Callahan talked about his call to ministry as a Chaplain and how discipleship can tremendously help people grow in their faith. If you’ve ever wanted to grow closer in your relationship to God, this is the episode for you!

Serving Our Nation offers hope in the darkness through guests each week who demonstrate servant leadership. In Episode 20, Rev. Dr. Paul McCullough had the privilege of interviewing two Army senior leaders for the 4th of July. General (Retired) Carter Ham and former Sergeant Major of the Army Dan Dailey shared about their illustrious military careers and how they continue to serve our nation at AUSA (Association of the United States Army). This episode will stir up feelings of patriotism in you and make you grateful for our nation’s military.

Serving Our Nation offers hope in the darkness through guests each week who demonstrate servant leadership. In Episode 19, Rev. Dr. Paul McCullough had a chance to interview two special guests who are servant leaders in their community. Mr. John Branch shared his experiences as a Vietnam Veteran and how he helps other vets cope with PTSD. In the second half, Mrs. Vanessa Johnson spoke about how she serves her family, her community, and her coworkers in a variety of roles. Their stories will likely stir your heart and encourage you to get involved in your local community.

Serving Our Nation offers hope in the darkness through guests each week who demonstrate servant leadership. In Episode 18, Rev. Dr. Paul McCullough had the honor of interviewing two very special people in honor of Father’s Day. In the first half, Paul talked to Mr. Al Lambert, the cousin of Fr. Vincent Capodanno, who was posthumously awarded the Medal of Honor and is a candidate for canonization by the Catholic Church. Mr. Lambert shared about how Fr. Capodanno lived his life and why he became known as The Grunt Padre. In the second half of the program, Chaplain (Colonel-Retired) Gordon Groseclose explained how two traumatic events in his life helped him to focus his time and attention towards God and his family, making him who he is today. Their wonderful stories will make you want to get to know your local priest (Father), as well as have a deeper relationship with your Dad.

Serving Our Nation offers hope in the darkness through guests each week who demonstrate servant leadership. In Episode 17, Rev. Dr. Paul McCullough had the great pleasure of having two guests on simultaneously who discussed Fr. Emil Kapaun, who is currently being considered for sainthood by the Catholic Church. Mr. Ray Kapaun is his nephew and Mr. Scott Carter is the coordinator for Kapaun's Guild and Kapaun's Men. Hearing about the life of this saintly man and Medal of Honor recipient is sure to inspire you!

Serving Our Nation offers hope in the darkness through guests each week who demonstrate servant leadership. In Episode 16, Rev. Dr. Paul McCullough interviewed two wonderful people who faithfully serve their community. Chaplain Justin Cohen shared his experiences as a Chaplain for Veterans in Philadelphia, where he compassionately cares for the homeless and disabled. In the second half, Mrs. Diane Rumley explained how she gives her BEST YES, serving her husband and the non-profit they founded together, Support Military Families. These stories are sure to motivate you to get involved in your community.

Serving Our Nation offers hope in the darkness through guests each week who demonstrate servant leadership. In Episode 15, Rev. Dr. Paul McCullough had the great pleasure of interviewing two very special servant leaders in honor of Memorial Day weekend - Lieutenant General David Bassett and Mr. Ralph Galati, a Vietnam Prisoner of War. General Bassett shared how he served others in a multitude of ways through a lifelong military career. Mr. Galati explained how the horrific experience of being a Vietnam Prisoner of War influenced his future and who he is today. This is an episode you’ll never forget and will teach you lessons for a lifetime.

Serving Our Nation offers hope in the darkness through guests each week who demonstrate servant leadership. In Episode 14, Rev. Dr. Paul McCullough interviewed three incredible women who are servant leaders in the area of business. Mel Padin and Noelle St. Clair shared information about their new non-profit, The Wow Center, and how this organization serves as a blessing to them and countless women in the community through fellowship, exercise, and financial readiness. In the second half, Erica Webster told of her journey from serving in the Army to becoming the founder and CEO of DubFitness and DubWellness, where she is now influencing and inspiring women across the country to work it out or (when necessary) cry it out. You don't want to miss the stories of these impressive women.

Serving Our Nation offers hope in the darkness through guests each week who demonstrate servant leadership. In Episode 13, Rev. Dr. Paul McCullough interviewed two wonderful servant leaders, Ms. Angie Pacitti and Rev. George Probasco. Angie shared how she discerned the call to ministry and helps others take their next steps of faith through Growth Track, Next Steps, and Kingsway Leadership School. In the second half of the program, Rev. George Probasco explained his journey from being a firefighter to a licensed minister and all the things he does to serve others in this role. These guests are great examples of serving others through your faith and you definitely want to hear what they have to say!

Serving Our Nation offers hope in the darkness through guests each week who demonstrate servant leadership. In the first half of Episode 12, Rev. Dr. Paul McCullough interviewed his wife (Heather A. McCullough) in honor of Mother’s Day. Heather explained how she has served her family, as well as students and other teachers through a 23 year teaching career. Next, Ms. Missy Gingrich explained how being a Momma is the hardest teaching job she’s ever had, even though she’s served in countless roles in the field of education. These two women are passionate mothers, educators, and wives whose stories will touch your heart.

Serving Our Nation offers hope in the darkness through guests each week who demonstrate servant leadership. In the first half of Episode 11, Rev. Dr. Paul McCullough interviewed Pastor Bryon White. Pastor Bryon explained how he discerned God’s call to ministry and how he lived that out, including 21 years of service at Kingsway Church and 11 years as its senior Pastor. Pastor Mike Cherry discussed how he has served our nation in the Air Force, as a police Chaplain, a Pastor, a school principal, and running for public office. These two Pastors have stories you don’t want to miss!

Serving Our Nation offers hope in the darkness through guests each week who demonstrate servant leadership. In the first half of the show, Rev. Dr. Paul McCullough interviewed CSM Frank Swirko, live from Bosnia, and they discussed how Frank demonstrated servant leadership as a career police officer, multiple deployments in the military, and caring for his family. Paul also had the opportunity to host his two children, Paul and Sarah. They explained how they serve their family through various chores around the house, as well as the ups and downs of being a military child, including a different dynamic while their father was deployed. Don’t miss this once in a lifetime episode!

Serving Our Nation offers hope in the darkness through two guests each week who demonstrate servant leadership. In Episode 9, Rev. Dr. Paul McCullough had the opportunity to interview three of his closest friends. In the first half of the show, LTC Marc M. Meeker and his wife (Kristen) share how they were able to serve others through their roles in the military, as an educator and counselor, and as parents. They were followed by Mr. Danny Nowlan – a man who served others and his family through his work as a mortician, in the military, as a worship leader, and a police officer. These three individuals have very powerful stories that are sure to stir your heart during the Month of the Military Child.

Serving Our Nation offers hope in the darkness through two guests each week who demonstrate servant leadership. In Episode 8, Rev. Dr. McCullough hosted servant leaders in the areas of military and faith. MG Clem Coward, a career Army officer and Director of the Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Office, explained how he's successfully led others throughout his military career and modeled servant leadership for his subordinates. CH (COL, Ret) Scott McChrystal offered a powerful testimony about his time as a Chaplain, an endorser for the Assemblies of God, and a deeply moving story about what God spoke into his heart that he's been able to share with others. The stories of these two senior leaders are sure to make you reflect on what you could be doing to serve those around you.

Serving Our Nation offers hope in the darkness through guests each week who demonstrate servant leadership. In its seventh episode, Rev. Dr. Paul McCullough hosted THREE incredible guests, Mr. Dean Wegner and sisters – Nici and Andi Lucas. Dean discussed how he learned how to be a servant leader during his time in the Army and Ranger school. He’s carried that with him in his role as CEO/Founder of Authentically American, a keynote speaker, a board member for numerous organizations, and a dedicated family man. Nici and Andi talked about how they serve countless others through their business, Days of Gifts. Paul discussed with them how their company provided a special blessing to his Mom for her 70thbirthday. You definitely want to hear what these business leaders have to say!

Serving Our Nation offers hope in the darkness through two guests each week who demonstrate servant leadership. In its sixth episode, Rev. Dr. Paul McCullough hosted two amazing guests who live out servant leadership through their work in media. Ms. Melissa Fitzgerald, best known for her work as an actress on The West Wing, discussed the idea of being kind, generous, and respectful to everyone you work with, regardless of your position or status. Mr. Steve Burton, musician and songwriter, talked about how he serves others by playing music that helps people grow closer to God and by teaching others to develop their own musical talent. Both Melissa and Steve emphasized the importance of following your dreams and using the gifts God gave you to the maximum extent possible, because even when you don’t think you’re good enough, God makes a way. This episode is sure to touch your heart!

Serving Our Nation offers hope in the darkness through two guests each week who demonstrate servant leadership. In this episode, Rev. Dr. McCullough hosted servant leaders in the areas of faith and community. Mr. Chris McCall discussed how he serves people at a local Church as a youth group leader, life group leader, and life group coach. Mr. Bob Frolow talked about his experiences as a Vietnam Veteran, a VSO (Veteran Service Officer) and recipient of the Legion of Honor award from the Chapel of the Four Chaplains. Both of these leaders explained how their service to others has actually been a blessing to them. They are tremendous models for people to emulate and you’ll definitely want to hear what they have to say.