In this episode of "God and Our Dogs," host Meg Grier welcomes Angie Lewis, Senior Vice President of Commercial Lending at Encore Bank in San Antonio. Angie shares the touching story of her family’s rescue dog, Gracie, and how Gracie brought comfort, healing, and faith during challenging times. The conversation explores themes of resilience, trust, and the unexpected ways God provides what we need. Angie also discusses her work at Encore Bank and offers advice for those considering rescuing a pet. Tune in for heartfelt stories and inspiring reflections on faith, family, and the special bond we share with our dogs.

 

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

00:28 – Show overview: discovering faith through dog stories

00:52 – Guest introduction: Angie Lewis, Encore Bank

01:17 – Angie’s family background and the search for a dog

02:32 – Gracie’s arrival and her unexpected traits

02:52 – Gracie’s role during her husband’s illness

03:55 – Gracie as a therapy dog and her gentle nature

04:55 – How Gracie comforted the family

05:42 – Faith, prayer, and how God provided the right dog

06:40 – Lessons about God’s plans vs. our plans

07:59 – The day they found Gracie

09:18 – Gracie’s impact after her husband’s passing

10:15 – Gracie moves to Colorado with Angie’s daughter

11:04 – Reflections on rescue: how Gracie rescued two families

11:30 – What dogs teach us about rescue and faith

12:13 – God’s faithfulness and the qualities Gracie embodied

13:20 – Advice for those considering rescuing a pet

14:28 – The importance of responsibility and patience

15:08 – Encore Bank: Angie’s work and how to connect

16:00 – Closing thoughts and contact info

16:53 – Final reflection: trusting God and transformation

17:21 – Show outro and where to listen next 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:  7/11/26

In this episode of "God and Our Dogs," host Meg Grier welcomes Angie Lewis, Senior Vice President of Commercial Lending at Encore Bank in San Antonio. Angie shares the touching story of her family&rsquo;s rescue dog, Gracie, and how Gracie brought comfort, healing, and faith during challenging times. The conversation explores themes of resilience, trust, and the unexpected ways God provides what we need. Angie also discusses her work at Encore Bank and offers advice for those considering rescuing a pet. Tune in for heartfelt stories and inspiring reflections on faith, family, and the special bond we share with our dogs.
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00:00 &ndash; Introduction to "God and Our Dogs" and host Meg Grier
00:28 &ndash; Show overview: discovering faith through dog stories
00:52 &ndash; Guest introduction: Angie Lewis, Encore Bank
01:17 &ndash; Angie&rsquo;s family background and the search for a dog
02:32 &ndash; Gracie&rsquo;s arrival and her unexpected traits
02:52 &ndash; Gracie&rsquo;s role during her husband&rsquo;s illness
03:55 &ndash; Gracie as a therapy dog and her gentle nature
04:55 &ndash; How Gracie comforted the family
05:42 &ndash; Faith, prayer, and how God provided the right dog
06:40 &ndash; Lessons about God&rsquo;s plans vs. our plans
07:59 &ndash; The day they found Gracie
09:18 &ndash; Gracie&rsquo;s impact after her husband&rsquo;s passing
10:15 &ndash; Gracie moves to Colorado with Angie&rsquo;s daughter
11:04 &ndash; Reflections on rescue: how Gracie rescued two families
11:30 &ndash; What dogs teach us about rescue and faith
12:13 &ndash; God&rsquo;s faithfulness and the qualities Gracie embodied
13:20 &ndash; Advice for those considering rescuing a pet
14:28 &ndash; The importance of responsibility and patience
15:08 &ndash; Encore Bank: Angie&rsquo;s work and how to connect
16:00 &ndash; Closing thoughts and contact info
16:53 &ndash; Final reflection: trusting God and transformation
17:21 &ndash; Show outro and where to listen next Host:&nbsp; Meg Grier - Stories@GodAndOurDogs.com
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Website:&nbsp; 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:&nbsp; 7/11/26

Meg Grier talks with people just like you to discover a new perspective by relying on God the way our dogs rely on us.  Sign up for more content and contests at www.GodAndOurDogs.com 

God and Our Dogs airs every Saturday Morning at 9am on Boerne Radio 103.9FM - www.BoerneRadio.com.

Meg Grier talks with people just like you to discover a new perspective by relying on God the way our dogs rely on us.&nbsp; Sign up for more content and contests at <a href="http://www.GodAndOurDogs.com">www.GodAndOurDogs.com</a>&nbsp;
God and Our Dogs airs every Saturday Morning at 9am on Boerne Radio 103.9FM - www.BoerneRadio.com.