Join Meg Grier on "God and Our Dogs" as she speaks with Tiffany Jureczki, St. John Lutheran School Director, about her Australian Shepherd Dolly's miraculous recovery from a rattlesnake bite. Tiffany shares how caring for Dolly through months of healing taught her profound lessons about God's unconditional love, patience, and the power of prayer. Discover how a tiny puppy's unwavering trust and faith mirrors the childlike faith God desires from us, and why perfect love truly does cast out fear.

Timeline with Chapters:

0:00 - Introduction

• Welcome to God and Our Dogs
• Show introduction and mission

1:29 - Meet Tiffany & Dolly

• Introduction to guest Tiffany Jureczki
• Meeting Dolly, the 5-week-old Australian Shepherd puppy

2:34 - Bonding with a Tiny Puppy

• Dolly's early days - being carried everywhere
• Becoming the "school dog" at St. John Lutheran School
• Teaching the other dog (Diesel) good habits

3:54 - The Rattlesnake Bite

• The shocking moment during an evening walk
• Emergency vet visit and anti-venom treatment

5:47 - The Long Road to Healing

• Massive wound from neck to stomach
• Daily wound care for 2+ months (August to October)
• Prayer and witnessing God's miracle of healing

8:09 - Lessons in Unconditional Love

• How Dolly's trust mirrors our relationship with God
• Childlike faith and perfect love casting out fear
• Walking without fear after trauma

11:15 - St. John Lutheran School

• Faith-filled education with a homeschool heart
• Community involvement and field trips
• Website: stjohnlutheranschool.com

12:33 - Closing Thought

• Learning good habits from other believers
• Final reflections and show wrap-up

Host: Meg Grier - Stories@GodAndOurDogs.com

Website: www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100072683640098

God and Our Dogs airs every Saturday at 11:15am on Boerne Radio 103.9FM - www.boerneradio.com.

Air Date: 02/28/26

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Join host Meg Grier and guest Curtis Bissonnette on "God and Our Dogs" as they explore the parallels between training dogs and developing a relationship with God. Through a story from Jacob about spending time with his dogs, Curtis shares insights from his experience with Labrador retrievers Chip and Grace. They discuss how prayer doesn't need to be formal, the importance of listening and trust, and how dogs looking back to their masters mirrors our need to seek God's direction. Curtis also highlights the student mentoring ministry at Hill Country Daily Bread Ministries.

Timeline

0:00 - Introduction to "God and Our Dogs" with Meg Greer

1:00 - Meet guest Curtis Bissonnette, director at Valero and bird dog enthusiast

1:36 - Jacob's story: Training dogs through spending time together

2:35 - Prayer as conversation: Speaking out loud to God and dogs

4:08 - Curtis reflects: "Just do it" - the importance of listening

5:19 - Moses and God: Speaking face to face as friends (Exodus 33:11)

6:05 - Training Grace: Building relationship through time and obedience

8:45 - Trust and looking back: Young dogs seeking direction from their master

10:37 - God's unique design: Finding our kingdom purpose

11:30 - Hill Country Daily Bread student mentoring ministry

12:32 - Closing and where to find the show

Host: Meg Grier - Stories@GodAndOurDogs.com

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God and Our Dogs airs every Saturday at 11:15am on Boerne Radio 103.9FM - www.boerneradio.com.

Air Date: 02/21/26

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In this pondering episode of God and Our Dogs, host Meg Greer welcomes Robin Lowman to reflect on Amy House's story about two very different dogs - Cooper, who's content knowing his owners are nearby, and Siri, who needs to be physically close at all times.

Robin shares beautiful insights about how both approaches mirror our relationship with God - sometimes we rest confidently in His presence, and sometimes we need to press in closer during difficult seasons. The conversation explores:

✨ How we know God is near even without physical presence

✨ The importance of seeking God with our whole heart

✨ Why our relationship with God should grow and deepen over time

✨ Finding shelter and comfort in God during life's storms

✨ Walking through every season of life with Jesus

Robin's touching story about her 19-year-old dog Bailey beautifully illustrates God's promise: "I will be with you even to the end of the age."

Timeline (Chapters)

0:33 - Welcome & Show Introduction

1:01 - What God and Our Dogs Is About

1:25 - Introducing Today's Pondering Format

2:00 - Meet Robin Lowman

2:21 - Amy House's Story: Cooper vs Siri

3:03 - Robin's Reaction: Two Valid Approaches

4:26 - How Do We Know God Is Near?

5:15 - Walking Daily With Jesus

5:38 - Relationship Requires Listening

6:10 - God Wants Our Heart

7:06 - Seeking God With All Your Heart

7:30 - Surrendering to God Daily

7:51 - Growing Relationships Over Time

8:16 - Scripture Reveals New Truths

8:59 - Pressing In During Hard Seasons

9:43 - Bailey's Story: Pressing In for Comfort

10:26 - "I'll Walk You All the Way Home"

10:52 - Seasons of Life

10:55 - Closing Thoughts

11:18 - Where to Find the Show & Outro

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God and Our Dogs airs every Saturday at 11:15am on Boerne Radio 103.9FM - www.boerneradio.com.

Air Date: 02/14/26

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Join Meg Grier on "God and Our Dogs" as she shares a bonus conversation with CC Smith from Toolbox Studios. CC opens up about finding her three-legged lab, Hank, during a challenging time in her life and how he helped her rediscover the importance of walking, quiet time, and staying connected to God.

In this heartfelt discussion, CC and Meg explore:

Recognizing when you're off track and getting back to spiritual consistency

How God nudges us back to Him (like the prodigal son's father)

Finding God in the noise of everyday life

Turning distractions into prayers

The unexpected ways God answers our prayers

Whether you're a dog lover, a person of faith, or someone seeking peace in a noisy world, this conversation offers beautiful insights on building a natural, ongoing relationship with God—just like the relationship we have with our dogs.

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Timeline

0:00

Introduction to God and Our Dogs podcast

0:41

How stories with dogs help us understand Christ's love

1:03

Introducing CC Smith and her three-legged lab, Hank

1:33

Getting back on track when life distracts you

2:08

Recognizing when something's off and starting again without guilt

2:40

The parable of the prodigal son and God's welcome

3:01

Personal relationship with God vs. rote prayer

3:37

God appreciates the effort even when your heart isn't fully in it

4:33

How to listen for God in a noisy world

4:58

The importance of forming your conscience and self-regulation

5:50

Recognizing God's messages in unexpected moments

6:36

How Hank helped CC get back to walking and quiet time

7:12

God answers prayers in unexpected, creative ways

7:50

Using imagination over reason in your relationship with God

8:30

Prayer as an ongoing conversation throughout the day

9:12

"Praying without ceasing" - turning distractions into prayers

10:21

Finding inner peace despite the world's craziness

10:46

Closing thoughts and where to find the podcast

Host: Meg Grier - Stories@GodAndOurDogs.com

Website: www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100072683640098

God and Our Dogs airs every Saturday at 11:15am on Boerne Radio 103.9FM - www.boerneradio.com.

Air Date: 02/09/26

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Join host Meg Grier on "God and Our Dogs" as she explores how trust enriches our lives through heartwarming dog stories. This episode features missionary Dan Rosell, who shares how his two Pekingese companions provided comfort during his teenage paper route years, and attorney Sean Lovorn, who recounts his fearless dog Gray Dog's standoff with cattle. Through these stories, discover how the trust our dogs place in us mirrors the trust we can develop with God, leading to a more colorful, fear-free life rooted in love.

Timeline

0:00 - Introduction & Welcome

0:40 - Show Theme: Trust Enriches Life

1:03 - Guest Introduction: Dan Rosell & Sean Lovorn

1:28 - Dan's Story: Paper Route Companions

1:56 - Meet Pick and Pandy: The Pekingese Protectors

2:38 - Morning Routes at 3:30 AM

4:35 - Building Trust Through Time Together

5:20 - Sean's Story: Gray Dog vs. The Cattle Herd

6:07 - Zero Fear: 26 Pounds of Courage

7:29 - Fear vs. Love: 1 John 4:18

8:11 - Dogs Don't Look in Mirrors

9:10 - Psalm 143:8 - Trusting God's Unfailing Love

9:53 - Taking Action on Trust

10:49 - Thought to Ponder: Do I Trust God Like My Dog Trusts Me?

11:40 - Closing & Where to Find More

Host: Meg Grier - Stories@GodAndOurDogs.com

Website: www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100072683640098

God and Our Dogs airs every Saturday at 11:15am on Boerne Radio 103.9FM - www.boerneradio.com.

Air Date: 01/31/26

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Join host Meg Grier on God and Our Dogs as she interviews Dwaine Rivers of the Rivers Team with Phyllis Browning. Dwaine shares an incredible 12-day journey of faith, persistence, and divine intervention when his daughter's Australian Shepherd, Raya, went missing on her wedding day in Bay City, Texas.

This heartwarming story demonstrates how God's fingerprints appear in unexpected places - from a traumatic storm that caused Raya to escape, to an entire community rallying together in prayer and search efforts. Despite crossing busy highways and navigating railroad tracks and canals, Raya was miraculously protected for nearly two weeks.

The turning point came through divine guidance from an animal behaviorist who advised a simple but profound approach: just sit quietly with another familiar dog. Within 10 minutes, Raya emerged from the woods, completely healthy. This powerful metaphor reminds us how God patiently waits for us, and sometimes the best way to help those who are lost is simply to be present.

Key Takeaways:

Faith and persistence in the face of overwhelming odds

The power of community support and prayer

Trusting expert guidance even when it doesn't make sense

God's protection and perfect timing

Lessons about approaching lost friends with patience and presence

About Dwaine Rivers: Real estate expert with 40+ years of experience, award-winning horseman, community leader, and devoted dog lover with the Rivers Team.

Timeline

0:00 - Introduction to God and Our Dogs podcast

1:04 - Meet Dwaine Rivers - real estate expert and dog lover

1:49 - The Rivers family: from 10 dogs down to 6

2:15 - The wedding day crisis begins

3:07 - Raya escapes during a storm in Bay City, Texas

3:54 - The groom's remarkable decision at noon

4:36 - Wedding proceeds despite the crisis

4:55 - Bay City community mobilizes in prayer and search

5:15 - Raya spotted across town - crossing railroad tracks and canals

5:58 - Animal behaviorist explains traumatized dog behavior

6:21 - 12 days of searching and divine protection

6:30 - Raya crosses 4-lane highway multiple times unharmed

7:13 - The solution: Dakota, the familiar friend dog

7:38 - Miracle moment: Raya emerges in less than 10 minutes

8:21 - Found 100% healthy after 12 days

8:42 - Lessons about not giving up

9:24 - Priorities: marriage first, then continuing the search

10:54 - Following expert advice that didn't make sense

11:42 - Bay City celebrates - local newspaper covers the story

12:01 - About the Rivers Team real estate services

12:43 - Thought to "paw-nder": being present for neighbors in need

13:34 - Closing and how to connect

Host: Meg Grier - Stories@GodAndOurDogs.com

Website: www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100072683640098

God and Our Dogs airs every Saturday at 11:15am on Boerne Radio 103.9FM - www.boerneradio.com.

Air Date: 1/24/26

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Join host Meg Grier on "God and Our Dogs" as she interviews Neva Fernandez, owner of Neva Day Spa in San Antonio and volunteer with Canines for Christ. Discover the heartwarming story of how Henry the Golden Doodle came into Neva's life on Mother's Day 2018 and transformed her world. Learn about their inspiring therapy dog work, bringing comfort to communities in crisis including Rob Elementary and Kerrville, and how Henry's joy touches lives both in person and through social media. This episode explores themes of purpose, compassion, and seeing God's presence through our four-legged companions.

Timeline:

0:00 - Welcome & Introduction to God and Our Dogs

0:38 - Meet Neva Fernandez & Henry the Golden Doodle

1:05 - How Henry Came into Neva's Life

1:53 - The Mother's Day Adoption Story

2:08 - Overcoming Hesitation as a Business Owner

2:38 - Finding Purpose Through Henry

4:41 - Canines for Christ Therapy Dog Work

5:31 - Serving Communities in Crisis

6:18 - Henry's Gift of Joy & Laughter

7:00 - Scripture: Deuteronomy 31:8

7:47 - Being Present for Others

8:09 - Henry's Instagram Community Impact

8:46 - How to Connect with Canines for Christ

9:42 - Volunteer Opportunities

10:02 - Closing Thoughts & "Ponder" Moment

10:30 - Where to Find the Show & Tune In

Connect with Henry: Instagram @iamhenrythedoodle

Learn more about Canines for Christ: k9forchrist.org

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Host: Meg Grier - Stories@GodAndOurDogs.com

Website: www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100072683640098

God and Our Dogs airs every Saturday at 11:15am on Boerne Radio 103.9FM - www.boerneradio.com.

Air Date: 1/17/26

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Join host Meg Grier on "God and Our Dogs" as she welcomes Baron Wiley, Boerne Radio's top cheerleader and the dad of Bernie the dog. In this heartwarming New Year episode, Baron and Meg share holiday highlights, including Baron's incredible interview with Jimmy Hawkins from "It's a Wonderful Life."

Meg reflects on how watching a rescue puppy learn boundaries and trust reminded her of childlike faith and our relationship with God. They discuss how dogs teach us about patience, transformation, and belonging—just like our journey with Christ. Baron also reveals exciting 2026 plans for Bernie Radio, including a special "Night of Entertainment" event in March featuring an illusionist, live music, and comedy.

Timeline:

0:00 Welcome & Introduction

0:27 Meet Baron Wiley & Bernie the Dog

1:29 Holiday Highlights & "It's a Wonderful Life" Interview

2:17 Meg's Trans-Siberian Orchestra Family Experience

3:58 Bernie's Progress Over the Year

4:56 Meeting a New Rescue Puppy

6:08 Learning Boundaries & Childlike Faith

8:21 Matthew 18: Becoming Like Children

9:15 Connecting Christ to Dog Stories

10:35 Bernie Radio 2026 Plans & Boost Bernie Business VIP

11:23 Night of Entertainment Event Announcement (March)

12:57 Closing & How to Connect

Host: Meg Grier - Stories@GodAndOurDogs.com

Website: www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100072683640098

God and Our Dogs airs every Saturday at 11:15am on Boerne Radio 103.9FM - www.boerneradio.com.

Air Date: 1/10/26

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