Ashley Enfinger: Candidate for Houston County Commissioner District 3

Ashley Enfinger: Candidate for Houston County Commissioner District 3

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2510483/fan_mail/new] Today Fr. Aaron spoke with Ashley Enfinger, who is a candidate for Houston County Commission district 3. Their conversation included a biographical sketch of Ashley's life spent in Alabama, his work ethic, and what skills he hopes to bring to the Houston County Commission if elected. They also spoke about their shared affection for law enforcement, the necessity of family support, and why being ambitious to be of service is so positive. Update: Recorded on May 15. On May 19, Ashley was elected to the County Commissioner position for which he was running.  Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2510483/support]

Comedy as God's Gift for Pressure Relief

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2510483/fan_mail/new] Today Fr. Aaron spoke with Jordan Stanley, a comedian local to Dothan, Alabama, but is expanding her reach through invitations to travel to new venues. She shared some of her life story leading up to performing at the Dothan Opera House. They both relayed their funny life experiences, why keeping a sense of humor is so important, and why God seems to let us go through embarrassing situations to keep us humble.  Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2510483/support]

City Politics and Working with Others in Solving Problems

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2510483/fan_mail/new] Fr. Aaron speaks with Dothan City Commissioner David Crutchfield, who is the Commissioner for Dothan, Alabama city district #6. They spoke about the "nitty gritty" of getting involved in local city government, working with others in city government, and making decisions when the best solution isn't always obvious. David shared a little of his story and they discussed some of the city planning that must take place that isn't always popular.  Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2510483/support]

Seeking Elected Office: A Conversation with the Challenger

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2510483/fan_mail/new] What drives us to seek elected office, challenging the incumbent and earning the trust of voters? It's not always easy to articulate that in a sound bite, so Fr. Aaron spoke with John Rogers, who is seeking election to the Houston County Commission Chairman's position. John Rogers is running to unseat and replace the the current chairman, Brandon Shoupe (see episode 14). They spoke about John's background, what moved him to seek this position, and what decisions he might have performed differently if he were elected to the position.   Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2510483/support]

God's Grace Deployed through the Fire Service

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2510483/fan_mail/new] Fr. Aaron talks with Joel Sewell, a training Sergeant for Dothan Fire Department in Dothan, AL. The conversation covered Joel's experiences in the fire department, what he finds most fulfilling about it, and how we see God's grace deployed to people through the work that our first responders perform. Fr. Aaron's own experience as a fire chaplain came out, and the two were able to relate through their pastoral perspectives.  Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2510483/support]