Christian Devotions SPEAK UP!
May 13
6:00 p.m. EST
Author/Artist Marc Eckel &
Recording Artist – Julie Elias
Join us this week on
Christian Devotions SPEAK UP!as host Scott McCausey is joined by Splat Experience Artist Marc Eckel in segment one, followed by Recording Artist Julie Elias in segment two.
Marc Eckel was an illustrator for General Motors in the Detroit area in 2000 when he was asked to creative an image on an eight-foot canvas as a backdrop for special music at the Troy Baptist Church in Troy, Michigan. He was given three minutes to complete the task. With very limited time, he chose to bypass using paint brushes, using his bare hands to throw paint on the canvas. In 2002, after moving to northern Indiana, he was asked to think of something to add to the church Easter program at the First Baptist Church of Pierceton. A similar painting was created, which led to the start of Splat Experience, a Christian Performance Art Ministry, now a ministry division of Blue Spaghetti, LLC, a creative arts company. Marc's wife, Julie, is the ministry's business manager.
Elias' career spanned various facets of the arts, from leading worship to musical theater, to fully embracing her call to become a recording artist. Though she's wholeheartedly committed to help listeners tap into their God-ordained purpose, she didn't arrive at her current calling overnight. In fact, her performance path looked completely different just two years ago when the Nevada native found herself in Hollywood pursuing work in film and television. A Christmas trip to her hometown in 2010 caused Elias to reexamine her career options. "It took a seemingly routine Christmas concert that year for me to realize what I've been called to do.
As Elias gears up to make her mark on the modern day music scene with her engaging songwriting style and fresh pop/rock sound—influenced by Amy Grant, Natalie Merchant, Carrie Underwood, and Sheryl Crow, she's committed to spreading faith-affirming messages that are just as uplifting to believers as they are inspiring to seekers.
If you know someone who would be a great guest on
Christian Devotions SPEAK UP! contact
Scott@christiandevotions.us.
2014 Schedule
May 20 – Andy Avery, Musician &
Joshua Strickler, Musician
May 27 – Nancy Parker Brummett, Author &
Susan Lyttek, Author
June 3 – Jonny Diaz, Christian Recording Artist
Every Tuesday evening from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Eastern
Listening is easy! Here’s How: The following link will take you straight to the Blog Talk Radio media player.
Mark Eckel and Julie Elias Click play on the media player shown and turn up your speakers! Receive the show each week by subscribing the Stitcher App at the top of the page.
Christian Devotions SPEAK UP!
May 27
6:00 p.m. EST
Lighthouse Publishing of the Carolinas Authors
Nancy Parker Brummett & Susan Lyttek
Join us this week on Christian Devotions SPEAK UP!hosts an author double header with Nancy Parker Brummett and Susan Lyttek.
Nancy Parker Brummett first led a Bible study in an assisted living facility in 1999 and she and the Lord developed The Hope of Glory in the years that followed. She also journeyed with her mother and mother-in-law through their adventures in aging, and her academic interest in aging led her to receive a Professional Advancement Certificate in Gerontology. The author of four other books, she now focuses her writing and speaking ministries on her passion for older adults and those who care for them. Nancy and her husband, Jim, live in Colorado Springs, CO. They have four adult children, 12 grandchildren and two cats in their blended family. Her new book is called, The Hope of Glory: A Devotional Guide for Older Adults.
S.A.J. Lyttek, an award winning writer, has always loved to write, but didn’t arrive at the profession in the typical manner. Graduating with a B.A. in International Economics and an M.A. in Management and Supervision, she plunged into government consulting. In this environment, she discovered a knack for writing tests, interviews and other measurements. Soon, that became the focus of her career—reigniting her love for the written word. She began to spend her nights freelancing with “fun” writing including short stories, poems, articles and cards. In 1995, she quit the 9-5 work world to stay home, write and raise her young son. Not long after, homeschooling intrigued her. Since preschool she homeschooled both sons and continued to freelance. She has also developed and taught writing classes to her local homeschool groups. Since their inception, she has been a writing coach for WriteAtHome.com. Married to her childhood sweetheart, Gary, Mrs. Lyttek loves to share her commitment to homeschoolers and her fascination with the written word. Her newest book is evidence to this, Guzzy Goofball and the Homeschool Play from Outer Space.
If you know someone who would be a great guest on Christian Devotions SPEAK UP! contact Scott@christiandevotions.us.
2014 Schedule
June 3 – Jonny Diaz, Christian Recording Artist
Every Tuesday evening from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. EasternListening is easy! Here’s How: The following link will take you straight to the Blog Talk Radio media player. Nancy Brummett and Susan Lyttek Click play on the media player shown and turn up your speakers! Receive the show each week by subscribing the Stitcher App at the top of the page.
