The Wondrous Story Podcast for Saturday, July 12, 2025

Since 1956, The Wondrous Story has shared hope and inspiration with listeners around the world. Each episode is hosted by John Salvatore, Director of Marketing & Communications at Ranch Hope.

 

In this episode, I sit down with Roger Garrison, Ranch Hope’s Director of Youth and Adult Ministry, to talk about the kickoff to the Extended School Year (ESY) program at Strang School. We discuss how the ESY program supports students during the summer months and how it blends fun, growth, and continued learning.

We also highlight a special part of the week—the talent show—where students worked together, stepped on stage, and used creativity and teamwork to share their stories. Some sang songs, others danced, and each performance was a powerful reminder of the joy and resilience of the youth we serve.