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Join John Pantry and Esther Higham every weekday morning, as they bring you the best guests, music and news from a Christian perspective.
And they love hearing from you, so get in touch with all your birthday messages, prayer requests, show comments and questions for the daily guests. Call during the show on 08450 21 21 21, text 64477 (make the first word PREMIER) or email breakfast@premier.org.uk anytime.
This week on the show
MON 30 AUG: The Bank Holiday Best-of-Breakfast Buffet! John and Esther celebrate the extra day off with a pick n’ mix selection of your favourite guests from the show. 60’s pop legend-turned-Gospel singer, Helen Shapiro reveals what they used to call her at school; Hollywood star and evangelist Stephen Baldwin looks back on his experience in the Big Brother House and there’s a special guest Rise and Shine with 'Veggie Tales' Creator Phil Vischer.
TUES 31 AUG: Rockin’ all over the world. Grammy Award-winning Christian rockers Jars of Clay stop off on their tour of Europe to pop in for breakfast. Fresh from wowing the crowds at the Greenbelt Festival, they’ll be telling us about their brand new single ‘Out of my Hands’, and we’ll be trying to hitch a ride on their amazing tour bus.
WEDS 1 SEPT: Body and Soul. Much loved actress and singer Linda Nolan reveals how her famous family has coped with cancer, and Christian GP Dr Kem Thompson joins us live in the studio with her tips for a healthier lifestyle for your body and soul. She’ll be taking your calls on your health niggles too - so get ready to get in touch.
THURS 2 SEPT:Back to school. As term starts across much of the country, Oasis Founder Rev Steve Chalke MBE helps us start the school year with his inspiring take on how churches can support their local schools - and maybe even start their own, like his Oasis Academies. He’ll also be giving us a sneak preview of his provocative new programme for Premier - ‘Catalyst’, coming soon!
FRI 3 SEPT: We wrap of the week with our new-look Give Thanks Fridays, so get in touch and share what's been good in your life this week. We also hand the music over to you too, as we play your Inspirational Anthems. That's where you share the stories behind the songs that have inspired and uplifted you in your life - or you may simply want dedicate a track to someone who has been a blessing to you. So whether it's U2's 'Beautiful Day' or LCGC's 'Oh Happy Day', you can get in touch all week on breakfast@premier.org.uk. We'd love to play your special song on the show to help you end the week on a good note (literally!).
Plus don't forget to check out our latest competition here!
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Listen On Demand
- Meet the "Simon Cowell of Christian music" - 25 August 2010Do worship and business mix? Should worship music have a more mainstream appeal, if we want to reach out beyond our Christian bubble? Who better to ask than head honcho at Kingsway music, John Pac, who also offers his tips for all wannabe music-makers…
- Faith and our finances - 24 August 2010If God owns 100% of everything what does that mean when we can't make ends meet? The Kingdom Bank's Chris Sheldon drops by to offer a practical, Biblical perspective on the key financial dilemmas we can all face as Christians. Plus none-other-than 'Cold Feet' star (and face of those Tesco ads) Fay Ripley tells us about a campaign to reward those unsung hereos who've been a blessing in our lives…
- Should Christians eat meat? - 23 August 2010We chew over what the Bible says about it with the help of Christian Vegetarian Society’s Don Gwillim, and Operation Noah's Mark Dowd, a climate change campaigner who believes we should eat meat. Plus you share your stories of the oddest meals you’ve ever had…
- Do our dreams have spiritual significance? - 17 August 2010 Listen to our unmissable chat with prophetic Reverend Russ Parker, as he reveals the Biblical importance of dreams and how our nighttime dreamings can be a way of God communicating with us in the 21st century. Plus hear Russ offer his interpretation of some of your own amazing dreams and visions…
- How can we spiritually encourage our kids without Bible-bashing them? – 16 August 2010 Hear practical tips from church leaders and parents, Howard and Marcia Jones, on how to best balance family and ministry in our lives, especially during the long summer holidays. Plus former Blue Peter presenter Katy Hill reveals how being a vicar’s daughter has affected the way that she raises her own children. But you’ll never guess the cheeky reason why she giggles during her dad’s sermons…
- Is Christian fiction ever any good? 12 August 2010Author of the hit Roman Mysteries, Caroline Lawrence, is back by popular demand and shares her thoughts on everyone from CS Lewis through to Frank Peretti. Plus Wayne Jacobson, collaborator on the No.l Christian best-seller, The Shack, reveals his thoughts on “plastic Christians” portrayed in fiction and why eternal truths can be found in good stories. After all, didn’t Jesus use parables?
- Can our homes affect our spiritual health? - 11 August 2010Hear Christian interior designer Becca Wright’s insights into the link between our external surroundings and our spiritual health. Plus, former Spice Girls publicist and now presenter of BBC2's 'Escape To The Country', Nicki Chapman, reveals all about her music past and TV property show present - including some very good advice for those moving home...
- Rend Collective Experiment - 9 August 2010Think all Christian music is boring? Then check our Rend, currently shaking up the Christian music scene with their catchy, anthemic sounds. Hear what happened when we squeezed Ireland’s finest into the studio for a chat and some exclusive unplugged performances…
- “God, gangs and me”: Patrick Regan - 9 August 2010We challenge you not to be inspired by frontline youth worker and author, Patrick Regan. Hear all about his life-changing charity, XLP, and his eye-opening new book, Fighting Chance…
- The modern day Mary Whitehouse? - 5 August 2010Can we, as Christians, positively make our voice heard in the media? Media Watch’s Vivienne Pattison tells us why she’s stepped into the late Mrs Whitehouse’s shoes… but with a difference. Plus Christian author, broadcaster, musician and all-round media man Nick Battle tells us why his new book is set to ruffle more than a few feathers…