#373:

For Whom the Wedding Bells Toll (Part 2)

Original Airdate: September 13, 1997 Scripture Reference: Ephesians 5:17 Theme: God's Will Writer: Paul McCusker Director: Paul McCusker Producers: Dave Arnold, Kurt Bruner, Todd Busteed Sound Designer: Dave Arnold Music By: Steve Wick Characters: Employee (Quenton's Quick Burger), Jack Wilbur Allen, Margaret Faye, Thaddeus Gumley, Fred Holstein, Hans Holstein, Connie Kendall, Eugene Meltsner, Katrina Shanks-Meltsner, Bernard Walton, Jason Whittaker (Agent 1131), John Avery Whittaker (Whit), Joanne Judith Woodston-Allen Remember Katrina? Eugene sure does! Jason learns that she's back in town to help out at Holstein's Books. Will Katrina help Eugene's heart too? Then eyebrows rise as Jack Allen makes big decisions about buying an antique shop - and about his relationship with Joanne Woodston. Included in Collection: #29: Signed, Sealed & Committed

#374:

For Whom the Wedding Bells Toll (Part 3)

Original Airdate: September 20, 1997 Scripture Reference: Ephesians 5:17 Theme: God's Will Writer: Paul McCusker Director: Paul McCusker Producers: Kurt Bruner, Mark Drury Sound Designer: Mark Drury Music By: Steve Wick Characters: Jack Wilbur Allen, George Rand McNale Barclay, Margaret Faye, Connie Kendall, Eugene Meltsner, Tom Riley, Katrina Shanks-Meltsner, Bernard Walton, Jason Whittaker (Agent 1131), John Avery Whittaker (Whit), Joanne Judith Woodston-Allen The wedding you've been waiting for - whose will it be? Will it be Whit and Margaret Faye? Or Jack and Joanne? How about Eugene and Katrina? The way things are going around Odyssey, it could be anyone! No one will say for whom the wedding bells toll! Included in Collection: #29: Signed, Sealed & Committed

#375:

The Pushover

Original Airdate: September 27, 1997 Scripture Reference: Proverbs 2, Psalm 139:13-14 Theme: Relationships / Self-Esteem Writer: Marshal Younger Director: Paul McCusker Producers: Kurt Bruner, Duane Harms Sound Designer: Duane Harms Music By: Gela Ashcroft Characters: Cody Carper, Richard Carper, Jared DeWhite, Mrs. Johnson, Connie Kendall, Stewart LaFaye, Sarah Prachett, Doug Underwood, John Avery Whittaker (Whit) Push comes to shove - and meek becomes weak! Jared has a bossy attitude. And Cody is a real pushover. Together they're a dangerous combination! Whit concocts a little plan to help them both overcome their weaknesses - but will it work? Included in Collections: #29: Signed, Sealed & Committed, Amazing Stories Series #4: Self-Esteem, Chick-fil-A Tape 2: The Pushover

#376:

Chores No More

Original Airdate: October 4, 1997 Scripture Reference: John 15:13-17, Ephesians 6:1-3 Theme: Family Writer: Marshal Younger Director: Phil Lollar Producers: Kurt Bruner, John Tony Sound Designer: John Tony Music By: Steve Wick Characters: Heather, Ivan, Dwayne Oswald, John Avery Whittaker (Whit), Dan Zeeke, Julie Zeeke, Karen Zeeke Julie, Dwayne, Ivan and Heather are tired of doing chores and organize a chore strike for all of Odyssey. However, things don't go exactly as planned when a few unexpected people join their cause. Included in Collections: #29: Signed, Sealed & Committed, Chick-fil-A Audiocassette 5: Chores No More

#377:

Just Say Yes

Original Airdate: October 11, 1997 Scripture Reference: Luke 14:27, Romans 12:10 Theme: Obedience / Sibling Rivalry Categories: Mulligan Family Episodes Writer: Bill Myers Director: Bill Myers Producers: Kurt Bruner, Todd Busteed Sound Designer: Todd Busteed Music By: Steve Wick Characters: Amber (Lisa's Friend), Brenda (Lisa's Friend), Lisa Mulligan, Mike Mulligan, Nick Mulligan, Traci Mulligan (Dr.), Tom Riley The 'yesses' have it - for the time being! The Mulligan family is on a 'Say Yes to God' campaign. They take in a needy foster child as a result - but one member of the family wishes they'd just said NO. Included in Collection: #29: Signed, Sealed & Committed

#378:

The Painting

Original Airdate: October 18, 1997 Scripture Reference: Psalm 89:14, Matthew 18:21-35, 1 Corinthians 13:7 Theme: Forgiveness Writer: Phil Lollar Director: Phil Lollar Producers: Kurt Bruner, Mark Drury Sound Designer: Mark Drury Music By: John Campbell Characters: Myer Abbot (Rabbi), Jack Wilbur Allen, Professor James Champlin, Connie Kendall, G. Winston Smith, Jason Whittaker (Agent 1131), Joanne Judith Woodston-Allen A long, lost painting - and an intriguing millionaire! What are they worth and what's the connection? Jack and Joanne return from their honeymoon and the mystery begins! There's a lot to learn in this incredible story of love and forgiveness. Included in Collections: #29: Signed, Sealed & Committed, Adventures in Odyssey 10CD Set, A Maze of Mysteries Travel Visor Pack

#379:

Best Face Forward

Original Airdate: October 25, 1997 Scripture Reference: Psalm 34:15, 1 Peter 2:11 Theme: Honesty Writer: Marshal Younger Director: Phil Lollar Producers: Kurt Bruner, Duane Harms Sound Designer: Duane Harms Characters: Cody Carper, Jared DeWhite, Mark Herring, Connie Kendall, Sarah Prachett, Bernard Walton, John Avery Whittaker (Whit) Be sure to pedal by! When Connie hears that a writer biking across the country is stopping at Whit's End to journal the goings-on there, she's got to make sure everyone is on their best behavior. Included in Collection: #29: Signed, Sealed & Committed

#380:

The One About Trust (Part 1)

Original Airdate: November 1, 1997 Scripture Reference: Proverbs 3:5 Theme: Trust Writer: Phil Lollar Director: Phil Lollar Producers: Kurt Bruner, Todd Busteed Sound Designer: Todd Busteed Music By: Steve Wick Characters: Esther (Campaign Assistant), Margaret Faye, Miss Hartl, Connie Kendall, Eugene Meltsner, Bart Rathbone, Doris Rathbone, John Avery Whittaker (Whit) Who ya' gonna trust? Connie volunteers to work on Margaret Faye's campaign for Mayor of Odyssey. And she's bound to learn a hard lesson when she hears some very distressing news about Whit! Included in Collection: #29: Signed, Sealed & Committed

#381:

The One About Trust (Part 2)

Original Airdate: November 8, 1997 Scripture Reference: Proverbs 3:5 Theme: Trust Writer: Phil Lollar Director: Phil Lollar Producers: Kurt Bruner, Todd Busteed Sound Designer: Todd Busteed Music By: Steve Wick Characters: Esther (Campaign Assistant), Margaret Faye, Dell Hadley, Miss Hartl, Dale Jacobs, Connie Kendall, Eugene Meltsner, Bart Rathbone, Tom Riley, John Avery Whittaker (Whit) Who ya' gonna trust? Connie volunteers to work on Margaret Faye's campaign for Mayor of Odyssey. And she's bound to learn a hard lesson when she hears some very distressing news about Whit! Included in Collection: #29: Signed, Sealed & Committed

#382:

Viva La Difference

Original Airdate: November 15, 1997 Scripture Reference: 1 Corinthians 12:12 Theme: Appreciating Differences Categories: Mulligan Family Episodes Writer: Bill Myers Director: Bill Myers Producers: Kurt Bruner, Todd Busteed Sound Designer: Todd Busteed Music By: Steve Wick Characters: Janelle, Jessica, Lisa Mulligan, Mike Mulligan, Nick Mulligan, Traci Mulligan (Dr.), John Avery Whittaker (Whit) Oh give me a home ... where there's never a dull moment! The Mulligans take in all kinds of animals when the Connellsville Zoo closes down. In the mean time, Lisa and Nick discover the incredible blessings of being different! Included in Collection: #29: Signed, Sealed & Committed

#383:

BTV: Thanks

Original Airdate: November 22, 1997 Scripture Reference: Ephesians 5:20 Theme: Thankfulness / Gratitude Categories: BTV Episodes , Thanksgiving Episodes Writer: Phil Lollar Director: Phil Lollar Producers: Kurt Bruner, Duane Harms Sound Designer: Duane Harms Music By: John Campbell Characters: Announcer (BTV), Benjamin (Leper), Bullwinkle, Daniel (Belteshazzar), Darius (King), Fairy, Jesus (Yeshua), Michal (Queen), Rich Man, Sarah, King David, Harlow Doyle (Private Eye), Andrew Johnson (President), Connie Kendall, Eugene Meltsner, Dwayne Oswald, Sarah Prachett, Bernard Walton BTV is back! This is something to be grateful for. Where else can you find ten needy lepers, a famous King and a stone cutter? As usual, the gratitude is in the life lessons. Included in Collection: #31: Days to Remember

#384:

Amazing Grace

Original Airdate: December 6, 1997 Scripture Reference: 1 Peter 2:24 Theme: God's Mercy Writer: Doug MacIntosh Director: Paul McCusker Producers: Kurt Bruner, Mark Drury Sound Designer: Mark Drury Music By: John Campbell Characters: Blainie, Captain Barbary, Cody Carper, Mr. Catlett, Mary Catlett-Newton, Mr. Fortum, John Newton, Mr. Spivey, John Avery Whittaker (Whit) He wrote the song you will NEVER forget. Whit helps Cody with a report on the life of John Newton. This true-life story is about the slave trader turned famous song-writer who wrote the classic hymn Amazing Grace. Included in Collection: #29: Signed, Sealed & Committed

#385:

It's a Pokenberry Christmas (Part 1)

Original Airdate: December 13, 1997 Scripture Reference: Isaiah 41:10, James 1:17 Theme: Appreciation / Living to Impact Others Categories: Barclay Family Episodes , Christmas Episodes , Worldwide Episodes Writer: Paul McCusker Director: Paul McCusker Producers: Kurt Bruner, Mark Drury Sound Designer: Mark Drury Music By: John Campbell Characters: Jimmy Barclay, Mary Barclay, George Rand McNale Barclay, Steward Reed Barclay, Donna Renae Barclay, Ellis Birch, Barry Lionel, Eugene Meltsner, Mr. Welch, John Avery Whittaker (Whit) Whit reads a letter from Mary Barclay that discusses how discouraged George Barclay is in Pokenberry Falls. Things are so bad he is considering quitting the pastorate. Whit and Eugene decide to visit the Barclays over the holidays as an encouragement to George and while doing so have a few surprises to give and receive! Included in Collections: #31: Days to Remember, Christmas Classics, Encore Collection

#386:

It's a Pokenberry Christmas (Part 2)

Original Airdate: December 20, 1997 Scripture Reference: Isaiah 41:10, James 1:17 Theme: Appreciation / Living to Impact Others Categories: Barclay Family Episodes , Christmas Episodes , Worldwide Episodes Writer: Paul McCusker Director: Paul McCusker Producers: Kurt Bruner, Mark Drury Sound Designer: Mark Drury Music By: John Campbell Characters: Jimmy Barclay, Mary Barclay, George Rand McNale Barclay, Steward Reed Barclay, Donna Renae Barclay, Ellis Birch, Officer Ward Bond, Travis Gitt, Heidi Horrawitz, Barry Lionel, Eugene Meltsner, Mr. Welch, John Avery Whittaker (Whit) Whit reads a letter from Mary Barclay that discusses how discouraged George Barclay is in Pokenberry Falls. Things are so bad he is considering quitting the pastorate. Whit and Eugene decide to visit the Barclays over the holidays as an encouragement to George and while doing so have a few surprises to give and receive! Included in Collections: #31: Days to Remember, Christmas Classics, Encore Collection