Church United Will Host Love Listens on March 11

2020 was challenging. It left ministry leaders discouraged and disoriented to the current cultural moment. In many cases, we moved from being “on mission” to simply trying to survive. And, the Church was never meant to simply “survive” the cultural moment, but flourish while sharing our faith, giving hope, and extending Christ’s love.  But how do we do empower our churches to be on mission together when there’s not even a consensus around if we should be meeting in-person or not? That is why Church United has partnered with Alpha, Barna, The Bible Project, and Gloo to host a one-day […]

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Trinity International University Moves to New Home in North Lauderdale

After a season in temporary quarters, Trinity International University – Florida is strategically relocating to its new permanent home in Broward County. Trinity’s new classrooms, offices and library are in North Lauderdale adjacent to Riverside Church. During construction, Trinity Florida’s offices at 947 Rock Island Road are open and classes meet in the classrooms of Riverside. Trinity’s reconstructed facilities will open to students during the Spring Semester of 2021. The City of North Lauderdale has warmly welcomed the University and its commitment to strengthen the educational opportunities for the community and students throughout Broward. Trinity Florida maintains its dedication to […]

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CBMC Hosting In-Person Luncheons in 2021

The Christian Business Men’s Connection – CBMC Fort Lauderdale event held at The Tower Club has adapted and updated its gatherings to an in-person luncheon with the option to attend virtually. This new hybrid model hosted a full tilt attendance with guest speaker Robert P Kornahrens, CEO/President, Advanced Roofing who shared his testimony and encouraged others to start a relationship with Jesus. CBMC Speaker Robert Kornahrens shared his life and business experiences that encouraged and equipped other business leaders in their own walks through the marketplace, as ambassadors of Christ. Learn more at southflorida.cbmc.com Discover the history of CBMC at goodnewsfl.org/cbmc-fosters-authentic-relationships-in-the-marketplace/

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What creative way will you honor and enjoy this COVID Christmas? 

Christmas is too important to let slide. This month Good News Wants to Know… What creative way will you honor and enjoy this COVID Christmas?  Not sure how creative this is but we do an annual Christmas party for our Rescue Upstream team, and I am renting a very large tent and celebrating in the backyard so we can socially distance.  Fellowship is so important! Char Talmadge, Director, Rescue Upstream My siblings and I have talked about taking some time with the family this Christmas to have everyone share an update about what’s been happening in our lives (we don’t […]

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Band of Brothers Complete Boot Camp

Approximately 275 Mighty Men gathered in Lake Wales, Florida, at Masterpiece Gardens for the “Band of Brothers Boot Camp.” The days were filled with activities that included a shooting range, sports, games, good food, huge fire pits and candid testimonies. CEO Guy Shashaty said “Most men are stuck and confused and cannot find their way. The Band Of Brothers gives them the answers, equips them for battle, trains them up and sends them to battle with confidence.” Ephesians 6:13-17 Band of Brothers brings healing Band of Brothers focuses on God’s divine plan in creating a masculine man that is designed […]

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Honor Those in Need with Gifts that Give Back

Families living in poverty throughout the Caribbean and Latin America are enduring even more hardships as a result of the coronavirus pandemic. Food For The Poor’s Christmas Gift Catalog is filled with gift ideas to ease their suffering and continue giving long after the holidays have passed. As the global pandemic makes finding food difficult in the countries where the charity serves, a gift of rice and beans can be lifesaving. For $40, you can provide 100 pounds of rice and beans or feed a child for a year for $73. For $114, you can provide a family with a […]

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What would your occupation be if you had followed your childhood dreams?

This month Good News Wants to Know… What would your occupation be if you had followed your childhood dreams? My childhood dream was to play Major League Baseball. I tried out for the Kansas City Royals and thought that they would be my team, but Kansas City just didn’t see it my way. By now I would be a washed up third baseman since I’m 68 years old. However, I can still throw a baseball, more like, “lob” a baseball.  Fidel Gomez, Pastor, Calvary Chapel Hollywood As a child I wanted to become a machinist and work in a tool […]

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Excluding holiday traditions, what is the most memorable activity you did with your family as a child?

This month Good News Wants to Know… Excluding holiday traditions, what is the most memorable activity you did with your family as a child? I grew up in a family that valued family dinner. We turned off Walter Cronkite and tuned into each other. My favorite family dinner was the one where I found out I was going to be a big sister. Laura C. Bishop, Executive Vice President of Advancement, Palm Beach Atlantic University This question was tough because I feel like my parents had a lot of ‘traditions” that had a significant impact on my life. I’m really grateful for […]

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Would you prefer to travel forward in time or back? …to what time? …and why?

I think most would agree we’re living in unusual times. Let’s imagine time travel was really possible. Good News Wants to Know… Would you prefer to travel forward in time or back? …to what time? …and why? Definitely NO going back in time for me and I hesitate in going forward. I think living in the moment is essential and taking each day as it comes. BUT if I must, I would go forward in time and meet my grandchildren; hopefully my children a long time from now will have some children. I would like to run ahead and see what the fruits of […]

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‘The Return: Next Generation’ Worship Service on Friday, Sept. 25 Will Launch Next Day’s Landmark Gathering of Thousands of Christians

Grassroots Church Movement ‘The Return’ To Kick Off 12 Hours Earlier with Special Service Open to Public on National Mall Battered by the winds of a pandemic, social unrest and an especially contentious election season, America is now poised to answer a call to repentance and restoration signaled from the lighthouse of a grassroots church movement known as “The Return: National and Global Day of Prayer and Repentance,” — now set to kick off one day earlier, with a newly added worship and prayer service called “The Return: Next Generation.” Scheduled for September 25 from 6 to 9 p.m. ET on the National […]

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