Encounter

10 Episodes
Bringing The Bible To Public School
Last Friday at 11:00 AM

Can faith be made a sanctioned part of a public school day? Under the right circumstances, absolutely! Kori Pennypacker, CEO of Bible2School, shares how, as well as a program they offer to facilitate your own public school Bible group. Encounter Show airs every Tuesday on KSIV radio, Bott Radio Network – St. Louis. Locally on … Continue reading Bringing The Bible To Public School


Building Woman Of Integrity
04/10/2026

American Heritage Girls is a Christ-centered character and leadership development program for girls 5 to 18 years of age. Executive Director, Rachael Culpepper, joins us to describe AHG’s mission of building women of integrity through service to God, family, community, and country. Encounter Show airs every Tuesday on KSIV radio, Bott Radio Network – St. … Continue reading Building Woman Of Integrity


Raising Godly Boys
04/02/2026

Christ centered, boy focused outdoor adventures that build life skills. Today, leaders from both sides of the St Louis metro area talk with us about Trail Life’s mission to guide generations of courageous young men to honor God, lead with integrity, serve others, and experience outdoor adventure. Encounter Show airs every Tuesday on KSIV radio, … Continue reading Raising Godly Boys


The Forgotten Adoption Option
03/26/2026

According to a recent study, 37% of families say they have thought about adopting a child, but find the process confusing and, possibly, expensive. Marcy Bursac, founder of The Forgotten Adoption Option, provides practical, research-informed resources to help adults understand where adoption through foster care is possible, what steps are required, and how to navigate the … Continue reading The Forgotten Adoption Option


Education Options For Us All
03/19/2026

If you’re interested in your child’s education, join us as we talk with Brenda Talent, CEO of the Show-Me Institute! We cover a lot of topics in this interview, such as Educational Choice, Government Transparency, and Free Markets, among others.  Learn how the MOScholars program can benefit homeschoolers and private schools. Encounter Show airs every … Continue reading Education Options For Us All


Helping Children Through Trauma
03/05/2026

How to create S.A.F.E.T.Y. for your children. When trauma comes, children who have a caring adult in their lives are most likely to develop post-traumatic growth. You are the most important part of their healing. Betsy Linnell, a licensed clinical counselor, shows us how. Encounter Show airs every Tuesday on KSIV radio, Bott Radio Network … Continue reading Helping Children Through Trauma


Christmas Angel Mission
01/15/2026

Discover a St Louis area prison ministry that brings Christmas to inmates families, hosting Christmas parties and providing gifts for their children. Encounter Show airs every Tuesday on KSIV radio, Bott Radio Network – St. Louis. Locally on 91.5 FM, 1320 AM & 95.9 FM or listen anytime at; https://bottradionetwork.com/ministry/encounter-ksiv If you have a story … Continue reading Christmas Angel Mission


Team Jingle
01/08/2026

Christy Schaper tells us what it was like being on the decorating team at the White House this Christmas and how her faith played a role. Encounter Show airs every Tuesday on KSIV radio, Bott Radio Network – St. Louis. Locally on 91.5 FM, 1320 AM & 95.9 FM or listen anytime at; https://bottradionetwork.com/ministry/encounter-ksiv If you … Continue reading Team Jingle


Christmas At Show-Me Youth Home
12/25/2025

Chad Puckett, Director of Show-Me Christian Youth Home updates us on miracles, expansions, and calls us to action on two bills that could allow Christian agencies to have referrals from the state, if passed. Encounter Show airs every Tuesday on KSIV radio, Bott Radio Network – St. Louis. Locally on 91.5 FM, 1320 AM & … Continue reading Christmas At Show-Me Youth Home


Sports Betting On The Rise
12/18/2025

Legal Sports Betting; Who wins, who loses? Cedarville University Professors Jared Pinson and Greg Thompson say the booming industry carries serious risks. Encounter Show airs every Tuesday on KSIV radio, Bott Radio Network – St. Louis. Locally on 91.5 FM, 1320 AM & 95.9 FM or listen anytime at; https://bottradionetwork.com/ministry/encounter-ksiv If you have a story … Continue reading Sports Betting On The Rise