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First Person with Wayne Shepherd

Once a week 24 minute interviews focusing on personal Christian faith stories and spiritual calling. Email the host:  Wayne@wayneshepherd.net

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First Person: Ron Hutchcraft

Author, speaker, and radio host Ron Hutchcraft talks with Wayne Shepherd about his ministry reaching Native Americans, plus the spiritual lessons he's learned following the sudden death of his wife, Karen in 2016. Send your support for FIRST PERSON to the Far East Broadcasting Company: FEBC National Processing Center Far East Broadcasting Company P.O. Box 6020 Albert Lea, MN 56007 Please mention FIRST PERSON when you give. Thank you!...

Jun 08, 201724 min

First Person: Os Hillman

The founder and president of Marketplace Leaders, Os Hillman, talks with Wayne Shepherd about navigating the process of finding God's purpose and calling for your life. His new book is titled The Joseph Calling. Send your support for FIRST PERSON to the Far East Broadcasting Company: FEBC National Processing Center Far East Broadcasting Company P.O. Box 6020 Albert Lea, MN 56007 Please mention FIRST PERSON when you give. Thank you!...

Jun 01, 201724 min

First Person: Jerry Root

Dr. Jerry Root is Professor of Evangelism and the Director of Wheaton Evangelism Initiative at the Billy Graham Center in Wheaton, IL. He talks with Wayne Shepherd about evangelism as a natural part of the life of the Christian. Send your support for FIRST PERSON to the Far East Broadcasting Company: FEBC National Processing Center Far East Broadcasting Company P.O. Box 6020 Albert Lea, MN 56007 Please mention FIRST PERSON when you give. Thank you!...

May 25, 201724 min

First Person: Evie Tornquist Karlsson

A member of the Gospel Music Association Hall of Fame, Evie talks with Wayne Shepherd about the start of her musical ministry in the 1970's as well as her life and testimony today as she continues to walk with and serve the Lord. Send your support for FIRST PERSON to the Far East Broadcasting Company: FEBC National Processing Center Far East Broadcasting Company P.O. Box 6020 Albert Lea, MN 56007 Please mention FIRST PERSON when you give. Thank you!...

May 18, 201724 min

First Person: Michael Card

In part two of a series of conversations with singer/songwriter Michael Card about the four Gospels, Michael and Wayne Shepherd discuss the Gospel of Mark, learning about the writer and, most importantly, Jesus Christ. Michael's book on this topic is MARK: The Gospel of Passion. Send your support for FIRST PERSON to the Far East Broadcasting Company: FEBC National Processing Center Far East Broadcasting Company P.O. Box 6020 Albert Lea, MN 56007 Please mention FIRST PERSON when you give. Thank y...

May 11, 201724 min

First Person: Don Paden

Don Paden, an Ohio police officer, talks with Wayne Shepherd about a life or death struggle with an assailant which eventually led him to give his life to Christ. Send your support for FIRST PERSON to the Far East Broadcasting Company: FEBC National Processing Center Far East Broadcasting Company P.O. Box 6020 Albert Lea, MN 56007 Please mention FIRST PERSON when you give. Thank you!...

May 04, 201724 min

First Person: Rita Elmounayer

Rita Elmounayer talks with Wayne Shepherd about growing up in war-torn Lebanon and witnessing much death and hardship. Today, Rita serves as Chief Channels and Communications Officer and Deputy CEO of SAT-7, a Christian satellite television network specializing in programming for the Middle East, North Africa, and beyond. Send your support for FIRST PERSON to the Far East Broadcasting Company: FEBC National Processing Center Far East Broadcasting Company P.O. Box 6020 Albert Lea, MN 56007 Please...

Apr 27, 201724 min

First Person: Tim Kaufman

Speaker and musician Tim Kaufman talks with Wayne Shepherd about his personal story of battling depression and the lessons he's learned as God brought healing and restoration. Tim is the author of Singing Hallelujah When You Feel Like Hell. Send your support for FIRST PERSON to the Far East Broadcasting Company: FEBC National Processing Center Far East Broadcasting Company P.O. Box 6020 Albert Lea, MN 56007 Please mention FIRST PERSON when you give. Thank you!...

Apr 20, 201724 min

First Person: Dr. Billy Kim

Billy Kim was plucked out of poverty and obscurity during wartime in Korea by an American GI. Talking with Wayne Shepherd, Dr. Kim tells his story of coming to America, giving his life to Christ, and serving for many years as a Christian leader, pastor, evangelist, and broadcaster with the Far East Broadcasting Company--not only in his homeland, but all over the world. Send your support for FIRST PERSON to the Far East Broadcasting Company: FEBC National Processing Center Far East Broadcasting C...

Apr 13, 201724 min

First Person: Charles Morris

The host of radio's HAVEN TODAY, Charles Morris, talks with Wayne Shepherd about the spiritual faith of refugees he has interviewed recently in Jordan and Iraq. His book is Fleeing ISIS, Finding Jesus. Send your support for FIRST PERSON to the Far East Broadcasting Company: FEBC National Processing Center Far East Broadcasting Company P.O. Box 6020 Albert Lea, MN 56007 Please mention FIRST PERSON when you give. Thank you!...

Apr 06, 201724 min

First Person: Patrick Johnstone

Patrick Johnstone, the original author of the first editions of OPERATION WORLD, The Definitive Prayer Guide to All Nations, talks with Wayne Shepherd about the book and his newest project. Send your support for FIRST PERSON to the Far East Broadcasting Company: FEBC National Processing Center Far East Broadcasting Company P.O. Box 6020 Albert Lea, MN 56007 Please mention FIRST PERSON when you give. Thank you!...

Apr 06, 201724 min

First Person: Craig Clapper

In his early 60's, retired pastor Craig Clapper decided to walk the entire length of the Appalachian Trail, earning the title of thru-hiker. He talks with Wayne Shepherd about his experience and the spiritual lessons learned along the way. Send your support for FIRST PERSON to the Far East Broadcasting Company: FEBC National Processing Center Far East Broadcasting Company P.O. Box 6020 Albert Lea, MN 56007 Please mention FIRST PERSON when you give. Thank you!...

Mar 23, 201724 min

First Person: George Verwer

The Founder of Operation Mobilization, George Verwer, sits down with Wayne Shepherd to talk about the early days of his ministry as well as what is happening now globally as OM continues to faithfully proclaim Christ and meet human needs. Send your support for FIRST PERSON to the Far East Broadcasting Company: FEBC National Processing Center Far East Broadcasting Company P.O. Box 6020 Albert Lea, MN 56007 Please mention FIRST PERSON when you give. Thank you!...

Mar 16, 201724 min

First Person: Norm Mulder

Wayne Shepherd talks with Norm Mulder, the founder of TOPUCU, a Scripture-based program helping people learn principles for changing bad habits and acheiving goals. Individuals, businesses, and even the incarcerated are benefiting from TOPUCU-- The Only Person You Cheat Is You. Send your support for FIRST PERSON to the Far East Broadcasting Company: FEBC National Processing Center Far East Broadcasting Company P.O. Box 6020 Albert Lea, MN 56007 Please mention FIRST PERSON when you give. Thank yo...

Mar 09, 201724 min

First Person: Glen Keane

Disney animation legend Glen Keane whose credits include The Little Mermaid, Beauty and the Beast, Aladdin, Pocahontas, Tarzan and many, many other much-loved animated films, talks with Wayne Shepherd about his decision to follow Christ and how that has affected his life and career. Send your support for FIRST PERSON to the Far East Broadcasting Company: FEBC National Processing Center Far East Broadcasting Company P.O. Box 6020 Albert Lea, MN 56007 Please mention FIRST PERSON when you give. Tha...

Mar 02, 201724 min

First Person: TC Stallings

Actor, author, and speaker T.C. Stallings talks with Wayne Shepherd about his film roles in COURAGEOUS and WAR ROOM, plus his message of passionately seeking God's purpose for your life. Send your support for FIRST PERSON to the Far East Broadcasting Company: FEBC National Processing Center Far East Broadcasting Company P.O. Box 6020 Albert Lea, MN 56007 Please mention FIRST PERSON when you give. Thank you!...

Feb 23, 201724 min

First Person: Sherry Eyssen

Sherry Eyssen talks with Wayne Shepherd about experiencing the comfort of Christ following an unwanted divorce and the death of a son and her husband. Send your support for FIRST PERSON to the Far East Broadcasting Company: FEBC National Processing Center Far East Broadcasting Company P.O. Box 6020 Albert Lea, MN 56007 Please mention FIRST PERSON when you give. Thank you!...

Feb 16, 201724 min

First Person: Michael Card

Singer/songwriter and Bible teacher Michael Card and Wayne Shepherd begin a four-part series of conversations focusing on the four Gospels. This week, they start with Matthew's Gospel. Send your support for FIRST PERSON to the Far East Broadcasting Company: FEBC National Processing Center Far East Broadcasting Company P.O. Box 6020 Albert Lea, MN 56007 Please mention FIRST PERSON when you give. Thank you!...

Feb 09, 201724 min

First Person: Tom Atema

Veteran Christian leader Tom Atema talks with Wayne Shepherd about the ministries he's been a part of, including his present involvement with Heart for Lebanon. Send your support for FIRST PERSON to the Far East Broadcasting Company: FEBC National Processing Center Far East Broadcasting Company P.O. Box 6020 Albert Lea, MN 56007 Please mention FIRST PERSON when you give. Thank you!...

Feb 02, 201724 min

First Person: Bruce Smith

The President/CEO of Wycliffe Associates talks with Wayne Shepherd and gives an update on the work of Bible translation which is speeding up translation work around the world. Send your support for FIRST PERSON to the Far East Broadcasting Company: FEBC National Processing Center Far East Broadcasting Company P.O. Box 6020 Albert Lea, MN 56007 Please mention FIRST PERSON when you give. Thank you!...

Feb 02, 201724 min

First Person: Scott Gration

Now retired as a Major General in the USAF, Scott Gration served his country in several ways, including as Ambassador to Kenya. This former missionary kid who grew up in Africa talks with Wayne Shepherd about his life of public service. Send your support for FIRST PERSON to the Far East Broadcasting Company: FEBC National Processing Center Far East Broadcasting Company P.O. Box 6020 Albert Lea, MN 56007 Please mention FIRST PERSON when you give. Thank you!...

Feb 01, 201724 min

First Person: Ken Isaacs

Working for the ministry Samaritan's Purse has taken Ken Isaacs to 120 countries of the world, helping lead relief and development projects. Starting out in life as a well driller, Ken talks with Wayne Shepherd about his call to the ministry of helping people in the name of Christ. Send your support for FIRST PERSON to the Far East Broadcasting Company: FEBC National Processing Center Far East Broadcasting Company P.O. Box 6020 Albert Lea, MN 56007 Please mention FIRST PERSON when you give. Than...

Jan 12, 201724 min

First Person: Dom Gorie

Retired NASA Astronaut Dom Gorie, who flew four Space Shuttle missions-- two as Commander, talks with Wayne Shepherd about placing his faith in Christ and recounts his experiences in space. Send your support for FIRST PERSON to the Far East Broadcasting Company: FEBC National Processing Center Far East Broadcasting Company P.O. Box 6020 Albert Lea, MN 56007 Please mention FIRST PERSON when you give. Thank you!...

Jan 05, 201724 min

First Person: Camille Melki

Camille Melki of Heart for Lebanon talks in studio with Wayne Shepherd about the influx of Syrian refugees into Lebanon and what is being done to care for, educate, and share the Gospel with them. Send your support for FIRST PERSON to the Far East Broadcasting Company: FEBC National Processing Center Far East Broadcasting Company P.O. Box 6020 Albert Lea, MN 56007 Please mention FIRST PERSON when you give. Thank you!...

Dec 29, 201624 min

First Person: Michael Card

In a Christmas conversation, Michael Card talks with Wayne Shepherd about some details of the events surrounding the birth of Christ which sometimes get overlooked. They also discuss plans for their continued FIRST PERSON conversations in 2017, centered on the Gospels. Send your support for FIRST PERSON to the Far East Broadcasting Company: FEBC National Processing Center Far East Broadcasting Company P.O. Box 6020 Albert Lea, MN 56007 Please mention FIRST PERSON when you give. Thank you!...

Dec 21, 201624 min

First Person: Kay Horner

Kay Horner, Executive Director of Awakening America Alliance and National Coordinator for the Cry Out America 9/11 Prayer Initiative, talks with Wayne Shepherd about her ministry and vision for a contemporary spiritual awakening. They also discuss her book, The Christmas Dance. Send your support for FIRST PERSON to the Far East Broadcasting Company: FEBC National Processing Center Far East Broadcasting Company P.O. Box 6020 Albert Lea, MN 56007 Please mention FIRST PERSON when you give. Thank yo...

Dec 15, 201624 min

First Person: Jason Dorsey

Artist and pastor Jason Dorsey talks with Wayne Shepherd about art and the church, building an art studio as a community outreach, and a discipleship path he has created which helps people find their calling and purpose in Christ. Send your support for FIRST PERSON to the Far East Broadcasting Company: FEBC National Processing Center Far East Broadcasting Company P.O. Box 6020 Albert Lea, MN 56007 Please mention FIRST PERSON when you give. Thank you!...

Dec 15, 201624 min

First Person: Stan Unger

Businessman Stan Unger talks with Wayne Shepherd about his mission to provide support to people in countries who need assistance with food and more-- all in the name of Christ. Send your support for FIRST PERSON to the Far East Broadcasting Company: FEBC National Processing Center Far East Broadcasting Company P.O. Box 6020 Albert Lea, MN 56007 Please mention FIRST PERSON when you give. Thank you!...

Dec 02, 201624 min

First Person: Marilyn Adamson

A former atheist, Marilyn Adamson became a follower of Jesus Christ by asking questions. Now, she tells Wayne Shepherd how she is using the internet to provide answers to millions of people who are seeking God the way she once did. Send your support for FIRST PERSON to the Far East Broadcasting Company: FEBC National Processing Center Far East Broadcasting Company P.O. Box 6020 Albert Lea, MN 56007 Please mention FIRST PERSON when you give. Thank you!...

Nov 25, 201624 min

First Person: Tracy McKenzie

With Thanksgiving upon us, Dr. Tracy McKenzie, professor and chair of the history department at Wheaton College, talks about the lessons we can learn from an accurate account of the first Thanksgiving in America. Send your support for FIRST PERSON to the Far East Broadcasting Company: FEBC National Processing Center Far East Broadcasting Company P.O. Box 6020 Albert Lea, MN 56007 Please mention FIRST PERSON when you give. Thank you!...

Nov 17, 201624 min
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