Faith & Life Today

We’re only a couple of weeks into spring and have already experienced a round of severe weather, including tornado warnings. As Wisconsin Tornado Severe Weather Awareness Week comes to a close, Amanda Schwabe of the Wisconsin State Climatology Office talks about how to prepare for inclement weather. She also discusses what kind of conditions we can expect for spring and summer.

Thousands of kids across Wisconsin are in need of foster care. Sandi Brown of Bridges of Hope U.S. talks about what happens to children who aren’t placed in foster homes and what foster families do. She also discusses the unique challenges facing young adults who’ve aged out of foster care and how her faith-based organization is working to help them succeed.

God is the ultimate artist, maker and creator. Given that everyone is made in his image, that makes you a born-artist, too!

With the mild to warm temperatures and lack of snow this winter, it may be tempting to get a jump start on your gardening plans. Megan Timm, Regional Director of Community Health at SSM Health and a farmer near Whitewater, has advice for those who are new to gardening. She also shares tips on getting started with seeds.

Dr. Nancy Viscovich of SSM Health in Madison was in her early 40s when she decided to learn karate. Today, as a third-degree black belt, she says it’s never too late to pick up a new skill. She shares how she overcame her initial anxiety toward practicing martial arts. She also discusses the mental health benefits of taking on new challenges. Plus, she shares tips to increase your likelihood of success.

Each year, up to two million Americans take part in missions trips either inside or outside the U.S. We talk with Barik Tschirhart of Next Step Ministries about what happens on these trips, how they’re planned, and why people should consider going on one.