Join host Meg Grier on "God and Our Dogs" as she welcomes Amy Story, President and CEO of the Boerne Kendall County Economic Development Corporation. Amy shares heartfelt stories about her five dogs, focusing on the adventurous journey of Hondo, a Springer Spaniel who went missing for eight days. Through community support, perseverance, and a few unexpected twists, Hondo’s story becomes a touching reflection on trust, belonging, and the parallels between our relationships with our pets and with God. The episode wraps up with insights into the local EDC and a thoughtful message about reliance and faith.

Timeline:

0:00 – Introduction to "God and Our Dogs" and host Meg Grier

0:24 – Introducing guest Amy Story and her background

0:50 – Amy’s involvement in the community and her passion for business incubation

1:14 – Meet Amy’s five dogs: Remy, Bo, Peggy, Patch, and Hondo

1:56 – The story of adopting Hondo, the Springer Spaniel

2:57 – Hondo’s adventurous spirit and the day he went missing

3:15 – The search begins: family efforts and community involvement

4:06 – Using social media, signs, and local tips to find Hondo

4:54 – Community members join the search, including a volunteer with a thermal drone

6:13 – False alarms and connecting with others who have lost pets

6:49 – The emotional toll and hope during the search

7:09 – Hondo is found after eight days, thanks to a neighbor recognizing him from the signs

7:54 – Hondo’s return: changes in his behavior and reflections on the experience

9:41 – Parallels to the prodigal son and lessons about homecoming and belonging

10:23 – Amy discusses the Economic Development Corporation and how to get involved

11:59 – Closing thoughts: relying on God as our dogs rely on us, and community appreciation

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: 12/20/25

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Discover a new perspective on faith and relationships through the lens of our connections with dogs. In this episode of "God and Our Dogs," host Meg Grier welcomes Lorie Diller, entrepreneur and creator of Eden’s Promise, to reflect on a heartfelt story from guest Stacey Almiguer, they explore themes of trust, service, regret, and the unconditional love that mirrors God’s relationship with us. Lori also shares her journey as a goat farmer and her mission to bring hope and healing through her products and spiritual direction.

Timeline:

00:00 – Introduction to "God and Our Dogs" with Meg Grier

00:40 – The show’s purpose: discovering new perspectives through dog stories

01:02 – Today’s “Pawnder” episode and guest introduction: Lori Diller

01:29 – Lori’s background and her dogs’ perspective

01:59 – Story from Stacey Almiguer: childhood, coon dogs, and regret

02:34 – Feeding the dogs in winter: a lesson in responsibility

02:49 – Reflections on shame and personal growth

03:07 – Lori’s thoughts: The Good Shepherd vs. the hireling

03:58 – Exploring connection, ownership, and God’s desire for relationship

04:23 – Serving and loving through Christ’s strength

05:13 – Humility, letting go of self-motivation, and embracing God’s love

06:02 – Regret, learning from mistakes, and God’s forgiveness

07:24 – Bringing honesty and realness to God

07:54 – Repentance and finding refreshment in faith

08:22 – The burden of regret and God’s promise of rest

08:49 – Daily surrender: asking Jesus for guidance

09:12 – Lori shares about Eden’s Promise and her mission

09:36 – Spiritual direction and restoration

10:01 – How to find Lori and Eden’s Promise products

10:23 – Closing remarks and gratitude

10:44 – Where to listen, follow, and support the show

11:05 – Next week’s preview and final thoughts

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: 12/13/25

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Join host Meg Grier on "God and Our Dogs" as she welcomes Joe Carroll, co-founder and International Training Director of Biblical Leadership for Excellence (BLE). In this episode, Joe shares heartfelt and humorous stories about his beagle, Chiefy, and the lessons learned about boundaries, responsibility, forgiveness, and trust—both in family life and the workplace. Discover how our relationships with dogs can reflect our relationship with God, and learn practical insights for living out your faith at work. Plus, hear about BLE’s upcoming conference and resources for integrating faith and leadership.

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

00:40 - The power of dog stories: transformation, trust, and faith

01:01 - Meet guest Joe Carroll and his background

01:27 - Joe’s special beagle, Chiefy: family stories and mischief

02:05 - Chiefy’s dog training adventures (and failures)

03:20 - Lessons in boundaries and persistence from Chiefy

05:45 - Teaching responsibility and boundaries to kids through dogs

07:00 - The importance of boundaries in life and faith

09:00 - Consequences and forgiveness: stories from Chiefy and parallels to faith

12:00 - Trust, forgiveness, and re-earning privileges

14:00 - Setting boundaries and accountability in relationships and work

16:00 - Clear communication and boundaries in the workplace

18:00 - Helping people find the right fit and reestablish trust

19:00 - Introduction to Biblical Leadership for Excellence (BLE)

20:00 - BLE’s mission: helping Christians honor God at work

21:00 - BLE’s upcoming conference and resources

22:00 - Free materials and international reach of BLE

23:00 - Joe’s book: "Experiencing God in Your Work"

24:00 - Closing thoughts and where to find more episodes

25:00 - Outro and next episode preview

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: 12/6/25

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