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January 29, 2012
Commentary on Today's News
Pastor Roland gives you his perspective on today's topics: state sponsored gambling, digital detox, Tiger Moms, and more. Pastor also talks about what is wrong with meditations that use visualization, chanting or mandalas. There is something for everyone in this exciting half hour of incisive commentary.

January 22, 2012
Today's Headlines - Roland's Comments
Pastor Roland discusses the top news stories: New York Times reports increase in use of pain medication. Roland points out that pain is a defining contemporary issue and how it relates to sin. Next to Box Office Smash movie The Devil Inside. Roland discusses evil in society today. Next a story about PTSD and driving. Pastor discusses why and how the meditation resolves symptoms of PTSD.

January 15, 2012
Exorcism & Possession - Not Just a Scary Movie Topic
Pastor mentions the new movie "The Devil Inside" and discusses why the influence of evil is a serious topic. He talks about why certain forbidden things should be stayed away from. Roland talks about letting go of resentment and how meditation can help.

January 8, 2012
Tired of Being Unhappy? Is Your Life A Mess? How to Solve Your Issues
Roland warns about distractions and how they divert you from the most important things. Roland gives new life to terms like "conscience, intuition, and repentance." Pastor Roland discusses what repentance is and how it begins. Don't miss this special 2012 version of the ancient admonition to "repent and be saved."

January 1, 2012
Get Started Meditating This Year
Going forward to recovery. Originally aired December 11, 2011.

December 25, 2011
Special Holiday Message from Pastor Roland
Find happiness and leave behind the baggage from the past. This is a Best of Roland, originally aired December 11, 2011.

December 18, 2011
Find Peace of Mind and Begin Your Journey Back to Joy and Hope Today
Pastor Roland brings a special holiday message about spiritual recovery. How to get started today with meditation and leave behind unhappiness and stress. This is a Best of Roland, originally aired December 11, 2011.

December 11, 2011
Repair Your Life God's Way of Repentance
In this special holiday program, Pastor Roland discusses how to re-find joy, innocence and a life of discovery. Find restoration in the Eternal Now. How God is near and how to find Him. Pastor makes a special request for financial help.

December 4, 2011
A Special Holiday Message
Today's Talk to a Pastor Topics: Say goodbye to the holiday blues, and beat PTSD with meditation. A review of some good books and more.

November 20, 2011
How to Discover God's Will and Find His Forgiveness
Today's Talk to a Pastor Topic: God is waiting to forgive you. It's never too late to regret your wrongs and grasp salvation. Pastor Roland also talks about his Christian Meditation.

November 13, 2011
"Lead Us Not Into Temptation"
Pastor Roland discusses subtle temptations and how to overcome them. Distractions, false comfort, and teases are potential trouble if you don't know how to deal with them. This is a Best of Roland, originally aired November 6, 2011.

November 6, 2011
Successful Living: How to Overcome Temptation
Talk to a Pastor Today's Topics: How to conquer temptation the right way. Stop distracted driving and distracted living. Finding the peace of God. Pastor Roland concludes with an invitation to visit his website and try his mindfulness meditation.

October 30, 2011
PTSD & The Bible: How to Refind Joy
Pastor Roland discusses how over reacting begins a downward slide into negative thoughts and corruption. He addresses the importance of meditation for mental distance. He tells the story of the Garden of Eden in terms of stress. The Best of Roland - originally aired August 14, 2011.

October 23, 2011
Say Goodbye to Stress, Guilt, and Anxiety
In this important lecture, Pastor Roland discusses the metaphysical causes of stress and how to successfully overcome temptation without upset and resentment. Why all your anxieties, fears and tensions are the result of faulty reactions. If you suffer from anxiety or guilt and feel out of control, this lecture will explain why, and show you how to start recovering naturally.

October 16, 2011
"Where There Is No Vision, The People Perish"
Pastor discusses this passage from Proverbs. Pastor Roland talks about the failure of fathers and the shame of clueless educators and leaders. He calls for a return to God and truth.

October 9, 2011
There is No Salvation Without Repentance
Pastor Roland discusses how the process of salvation begins. How to recognize the "still small voice." How does repentance begin? This is a "best of" program, first aired Oct. 2, 2011.

October 2, 2011
How Do I Get Saved?
Pastor Roland discusses the metaphysics of regeneration. He begins his lecture by again warning how the comfort zone keeps us from searching for the purpose of our existence. He then discusses original sin, the Adamic nature, and how we might be transformed to live forever. This is one of Roland's impromptu theological lectures which he is fond of giving.

September 25, 2011
Conquer Worries, Doubts and Fears
Pastor Roland announces his new web site "Christian After Dark", dedicated to people working the night shift. His site is devoted to helping people find peace of mind.

September 18, 2011
Pastor Roland's Inbox
What happens when we die? Are there dinosaurs in the Bible? Why does God send people to hell? Roland begins with a discussion of the comfort zone and why we must wake up. Then Pastor answers questions from his email inbox. What happens when we die? Why doesn't the Bible mention dinosaurs? Is there a hell? Is Jesus God?

September 11, 2011
A Christian Pastor Discusses Trauma and its Resolution
Pastor Roland talks about various psychic and emotional traumas and how the traumatic memory is created. He discusses why the resolution of trauma has a deeply spiritual aspect--finding God, our Parent Spirit. Roland discusses the free resources available. Roland also discusses his new book The Myths and Mysteries of Marriage and the many issues it may help repair. The Best of Roland -- originally aired July 24, 2011.

September 4, 2011
How Salvation Begins
Pastor Roland discusses the fundamentals of salvation and how it hinges on forgiving others. This is a program you won't want to miss. Roland makes metaphysics understandable and down to earth.

August 28, 2011
Ask a Pastor About Dating, Courtship & Marriage
Roland answers questions from his inbox. A listener asks about why God allows suffering. Next Roland talks about the difference between dating and courtship. He talks about what to look for when choosing a mate. The Best of Roland - originally aired May 15, 2011.

August 21, 2011
Proof that the Soul Exists
Pastor Roland proves that humans have souls. He talks about principles that protect mental health and a positive state of mind. Philosophy, metaphysics and theology come alive in this fascinating lecture.

August 14, 2011
PTSD & The Bible: How to Refind Joy
Pastor Roland discusses how over reacting begins a downward slide into negative thoughts and corruption. He addresses the importance of meditation for mental distance. He tells the story of the Garden of Eden in terms of stress.

August 7, 2011
Can I Love Again - Pastor Roland Says Yes
The song said "What the world needs now is love sweet love." Pastor Roland agrees and devotes today's program to discussing what blocks love and understanding. He shows how to get unblocked and find love for yourself and others. This program is one of Roland's classics to download and listen to again and again.

July 31, 2011
Pastor Chat - Recent Questions
Radio Pastor answers questions about adultery, tattoos, and breaking promises. The Best of Roland -- originally aired April 17, 2011.

July 24, 2011
A Christian Pastor Discusses Trauma and its Resolution
Pastor Roland talks about various psychic and emotional traumas and how the traumatic memory is created. He discusses why the resolution of trauma has a deeply spiritual aspect--finding God, our Parent Spirit. Roland discusses the free resources available. Roland also discusses his new book The Myths and Mysteries of Marriage and the many issues it may help repair.

July 17, 2011
Today's Talk to a Pastor Radio Topics: Best Relationships Book and PTSD
Roland introduces his new book on marriage and then devotes two segments to discussing emotional control and PTSD. He concludes by telling everyone where to preview his book. The Best of Roland -- originally aired June 19, 2011.

July 10, 2011
PTSD Prevention and Recovery
Pastor Roland says the whole human race has PTSD. He discusses its roots in childhood emotional trauma and how it leads to change for the worse. To illustrate traumatic recall, Roland tells about a lady who developed allergies after a huge fight with her husband. Recovery from PTSD must include forgiveness of others and self, and a restoration of faith and hope. He concludes with a discussion of the benefits of the complementary meditation to become recentered.

July 3, 2011
Talk to a Pastor Host Discusses Forgiveness and PTSD on KCAA Radio Program
Roland introduces his new relationship book. He then talks about PTSD and why it is also a moral crisis and involves a wounded soul. He discusses why spiritual counseling can help a person restore their faith, trust and self acceptance.

June 26, 2011
End Times Prophesy - Are You Ready?
Pastor opens the program by saying that we are living through events of Biblical proportions. It is time to get right with God. Pastor encourages listeners to use the free resources. He talks about dads and fathers -- how they fail. Why we must forgive them. He discusses the Judeo Christian meditation and why it is helpful.

June 19, 2011
Today's Talk to a Pastor Radio Topics: Best Relationships Book and PTSD
Roland introduces his new book on marriage and then devotes two segments to discussing emotional control and PTSD. He concludes by telling everyone where to preview his book.

June 12, 2011
Executive Counseling and Counseling for Entertainers
Roland discusses counseling for entertainers, military, law enforcement, and clergy. Why support and reassurances are not enough. The role of resentment in life issues. How to contact Roland.

June 5, 2011
Should Christians Listen to Modern Music?
Is it okay to listen to rap, heavy metal and rock? Roland discusses the perils of music, drugs, alcohol & other forms of ego comfort. "Most people are not mature enough to take it or leave it." Roland then tells how to refind and become a friend of conscience, regain self control, and give up addictions.

May 29, 2011
What is True Christianity?
Pastor Roland discusses why people fall away from religion. True Christianity is not study or ritual, but is found in realization. Roland answers the question "What is worship?" Roland points out how people with a mean spirit have driven good people away from the church. How resentment makes us feel unworthy. How to find your way back to a care free life, happily serving God and living in freedom and joy. The Best of Roland -- originally aired January 16, 2011.

May 22, 2011
Ask a Pastor
Several people ask about rumors of the rapture coming soon. A lady asks if she should divorce her husband. Roland takes up the issue of church music modern and traditional. Roland talks about his pastoral counseling.

May 15, 2011
Ask a Pastor About Dating, Courtship & Marriage
Roland answers questions from his inbox. A listener asks about why God allows suffering. Next Roland talks about the difference between dating and courtship. He talks about what to look for when choosing a mate.

May 8, 2011
Pastor's Inbox - Scary Things at Night
Roland answers a question about what to do when your small child is afraid at night and wants to sleep in the parents' room. Roland talks about what to do when you wake up to something scary yourself. Roland discusses the power of awareness and prayer. He talks about his new consultations using Skype.

May 1, 2011
What is True Christianity?
Pastor Roland discusses why people fall away from religion. True Christianity is not study or ritual, but is found in realization. Roland answers the question "What is worship?" Roland points out how people with a mean spirit have driven good people away from the church. How resentment makes us feel unworthy. How to find your way back to a care free life, happily serving God and living in freedom and joy. The Best of Roland -- originally aired January 30, 2011.

April 24, 2011
Tiger Moms, Weak Fathers and Disturbed Kids
Pastor Roland discusses how childhood traumas haunt the adult child of dysfunctional parents. How pressure and confusion cause rebellion and conformity. Roland recites how a weak or violent father causes unhappy and broken families. If you are the adult child of a dysfunctional parent, Pastor Roland has online resources to help you resolve your issues.

April 17, 2011
Pastor Chat - Recent Questions
Roland answers some questions. Is it wrong to break a promise to God? If Jesus loves people, why does He send them to hell? I'm a proud 18 year old Christian -- can I have a tattoo with a Bible verse? A lady asks: Am I committing adultery? A man wants to know how he can prove to himself that God exists.

April 10, 2011
"How Do I Stop Over Reacting?"
Roland begins by discussing this frequently asked question. He describes how our emotional reactions begin and how to calm down. He talks about how to find self discipline and why the meditation is so important. Roland says his website provides the information and the tech support to regain self control.

April 3, 2011
How Do I Get Saved?
Roland answers this question from his inbox. He discusses what repentance is and why it is the key to salvation. What Christ had to say about repentance.

March 27, 2011
Understanding and Practicing Christian Meditation, Part I
Pastor Roland takes this ancient art and brings it up to date with a discussion of hypnosis, brainwashing, conditioned response and mind control. Why do people do things they know are wrong? Why can't they simply stop themselves? Roland answers these questions and more in this fascinating lecture.

March 20, 2011
Roland's Inbox
Roland discusses recent questions. Lady's boyfriend leaves for another woman after 7 years. College student hearing voices who say mean things. Husband says wife asked him to move out. Several people ask how God can allow catastrophes and suffering. Roland concludes with info about www.mypastorchat.com.

March 13, 2011
What is Love?
Roland says that love is not a feeling. Why most people think love is an emotion. Why real love never fails. Roland talks about his relationships blog and reading resources.

March 6, 2011
Move Forward to Joy
Why God is the missing element in our therapies. Roland discusses resentment and how it makes us negative. He talks about not resenting our parents and finding forgiveness for others. He mentions his counseling service and how to contact him.

February 27, 2011
Truth with Love Sets You Free
Roland discusses how false love enslaves. How we become addicted to drugs and false comforts. We need to wake up from the comfort zone. Why we need someone who will tell us the truth with love.

February 20, 2011
How to Solve All Your Problems
Pastor Roland discusses how God gave us all intuition. We must learn to be still, accept its admonishments and live intuitively. Why we can't find salvation externally. Roland talks about how the meditation helps you regain self control and inner motivation.

February 13, 2011
Roland Explains the Bible: The Truth Shall Make You Free
What does the famous verse about the truth setting us free really mean? Roland explains how the Truth begins to set us free. He shows where to find the truth. He also talks about lies and how a lie accepted enslaves us until the truth sets us free when we admit it isn't so.

February 6, 2011
Pastor Roland's Inbox
This week's questions: "Will God forgive us for living together?" Pastor Roland says: Yes, but.... He then discusses why living together is not the greatest idea. Another person asks, "Does God talk to us in dreams?"

January 30, 2011
What is True Christianity?
Pastor Roland discusses why people fall away from religion. True Christianity is not study or ritual, but is found in realization. Roland answers the question "What is worship?" Roland points out how people with a mean spirit have driven good people away from the church. How resentment makes us feel unworthy. How to find your way back to a care free life, happily serving God and living in freedom and joy. The Best of Roland -- originally aired January 16, 2011.

January 23, 2011
How to Keep Your Sanity in a World Gone Mad
Roland discusses why there is a need for a radio and internet pastor. How you lost touch with your native wisdom and how to refind it. Roland discusses true religion, common sense and intuition. How Christian meditation can help restore you to your center of dignity.

January 16, 2011
What is True Christianity?
Pastor Roland discusses why people fall away from religion. True Christianity is not study or ritual, but is found in realization. Roland answers the question "What is worship?" Roland points out how people with a mean spirit have driven good people away from the church. How resentment makes us feel unworthy. How to find your way back to a care free life, happily serving God and living in freedom and joy.

January 9, 2011
Talk to a Pastor
Roland introduces his exciting new program "Talk to a Pastor." Roland discusses why forgiveness is good for us and why forgiving is not as hard as we think. Roland announces that he is available online for live chat, telephone and email consultation "when you want to talk to a pastor." Roland will be available 7 days a week. Check it out at http://www.mypastorchat.com. The Best of Roland -- originally aired December 26, 2010.

January 2, 2011
The Pastor is on the Air
Roland discusses his new Talk to a Pastor program and how you can ask him questions about relationships and emotional issues. In the second half of the program, Roland talks about men and why they must be responsible and be there for their partners and kids.

December 26, 2010
Talk to a Pastor
Roland introduces his exciting new program "Talk to a Pastor." Roland discusses why forgiveness is good for us and why forgiving is not as hard as we think. Roland announces that he is available online for live chat, telephone and email consultation "when you want to talk to a pastor." Roland will be available 7 days a week. Check it out at http://www.mypastorchat.com.

December 19, 2010
True Christianity is a Powerful Force for Good in the Family and the Nation
Roland discusses the beneficial effect of Christianity on society. Why we must each get beyond "churchianity" and bring true Christianity to life for our families. Christianity begins at home -- men must eventually become more fatherly, and women more forgiving. Roland mentions his relationships blog and his new Talk to a Pastor Online service.

December 12, 2010
How to Stop Over-Reacting
Why we are sensitive to stress. Why do others stress us? How to deal with human evil. Meditation for mental distance. Roland concludes with a special offer. How to get an autographed copy of Roland's new book.

December 5, 2010
Should Parents Tell Their Kids that Santa is Real?
Gather 'round the radio. Roland puts on his story telling hat and tells us about Santa and Mrs. Claus. Roland also talks about his new book Santa's Take on Parenting.

November 28, 2010
How to Conquer Stress
Why we are sensitive to stress. Why do others stress us? How to deal with human evil. Meditation for mental distance. Roland concludes with a special offer. How to get an autographed copy of Roland's new book.

November 21, 2010
How to Solve All Your Problems
Roland talks about how the individual, the family and the whole world are getting worse because we lack understanding and wisdom. Roland shows how understanding is from God, and how we don't know how to find God. Roland talks about where to find God and how connecting with Him will improve your life and resolve your problems. Roland mentions the stillness meditation available at CoachRoland.com. The Best of Roland -- originally aired June 20, 2010.

November 14, 2010
Praise for San Francisco's Ban of Toys with Kids Meals
Roland applauds the San Francisco Board of Supervisors for being leaders in promoting healthy food for children. Roland then continues discussing his new book and why every parent should read it.

November 7, 2010
The Dark Side of Emotions
Why emotions betray us. How to deal with runaway emotions. Learning to live calmly. How meditation can help achieve balance and poise. Free resources.

October 31, 2010
Regain Control of Your Life
Are you out of control? Find the secret of mastering your emotions. Roland gives an impromptu lecture on spiritual self-discipline. How the meditation and insight can help. Roland also discusses his new parenting book. This is a "Best of Roland" program -- originally aired October 24, 2010.

October 24, 2010
Start Having Faith and Stop Doubting
Roland talks to people in prison, people with addictions, and those with OCD and bipolar. He provides an introduction to spiritual recovery -- how to stop letting others make you doubt yourself. This is one of Roland's brilliant 10 minute lectures on life, faith, hope and love. Then Roland introduces his new feel good Christmas book about parenting.

October 17, 2010
Parenting from A to Z
Roland discusses his new book on parenting Santa's Take on Parenting: Secrets from the North Pole.  Roland's book is available at Amazon.com. The Best of Roland -- originally aired October 10, 2010.

October 10, 2010
Parenting from A to Z
Roland discusses his new book on parenting Santa's Take on Parenting: Secrets from the North Pole. Roland understands Santa Claus and his love for children. So Roland can speak authoritatively on Santa's parenting philosophy of work, fun and kindness. Roland's book is available at Amazon.com.

October 3, 2010
The Mystery of Belief and Faith, Part 2
What is truth? Pilate asked. Roland delves into truth and where to find it. How your intuition is your closest link to God. Why it is okay to honestly admit you don't know. Why realization is your key to finding the meaning of life.

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