Palm Beach Atlantic University President Dr. Debra A. Schwinn has promoted Campus Pastor Dr. Bernie Cueto to Vice President for Spiritual Development. In addition to serving as campus pastor to nearly 4,000 students, faculty and staff, Cueto will serve in the President’s Cabinet, assume a larger role with the Board of Trustees and take a more holistic approach to developing the spiritual culture on campus. “Integrating Christian faith into everything we do is the most important ingredient in the ‘special sauce’ that is PBA,” Schwinn said. “Having Bernie Cueto responsible for spiritual development across all aspects of our community is […]

More children are going to sleep hungry as the number of people living in extreme poverty in the Caribbean and Latin America rises due to the coronavirus pandemic. Food For The Poor continues to respond to urgent requests for food. The charity will bring supporters together for a one-night National Celebration — We Are One, a virtual event that will raise funds to provide more food to families devastated by the pandemic. The event will be livestreamed from 7 to 8 p.m., Thursday, August 13, from Boca Raton Community Church, in Boca Raton. Countries in the Caribbean and Latin America […]

Churches have a great opportunity to continue reaching kids through FP Gameday Virtual clubs. The clubs present Games, Character values and The Gospel for 3rd – 5th graders every week through a Zoom club. Gameday Director, Brody Howell, shares the Pandemic Pause to Pivot. “We were five days from launching school clubs when everything shut down. So, we paused to pray and then pivoted toward church hosted Zoom Clubs.” Pastor Bernie Diaz from Christ Community Church was thrilled to lead Alexi to Jesus through the club. He shares, “Through FP Gameday we can continue to present the Great Commission through […]

The Broward Center for the Performing Arts recently honored the 10th graduating class of the Broward Center Teen Ambassador Program consisting of 25 participants from area high schools and home schooling programs. Teen Ambassadors bring a unique perspective to Broward Center events as they detail, through written and video reviews, their behind-the-scenes experiences and exclusive educational opportunities, including introductions to every artistic discipline. With theaters dark, the students concluded the program by reviewing streaming performances of Broadway, classical, dance, opera and jazz remotely. The final meeting of the season was held via ZOOM where students gathered to look back on […]

Wycliffe Bible Translators USA announced the launch of its new podcast, “Wycliffe Women of the Word.” Hosted by Beth Matheson and Jenn Stasak, “Wycliffe Women of the Word” is an opportunity for listeners to connect to the Bible, grow in community with other women and recognize their God-given value as women. Wycliffe has released the complete first season as part of the launch. Episodes center around discussions with well-known authors, missionaries, and musicians, including singer/songwriters Laura Story (episode 1) and Ellie Holcomb (episode 2). Each guest discusses impactful experiences and lessons through the lens of Scripture and offers listeners resources […]

As businesses began shutting down operations due to the spread of Covid-19, Christ Community Church was faced with the decision of how to move forward. Like most churches, we immediately migrated our meetings and worship service online. This kept us connected but lacked a particular human element. Our people longed to be together. On Easter, we decided to begin holding a weekly drive-in service. Everyone could attend and participate in worship while remaining in the safety and comfort of their vehicle. It has been a great way to continue gathering and has been a witness to our community as visiting […]