Wings of Freedom Tour Brings WWII Aircraft to Banyan Air Service

Participating in the Collings Foundation’s WINGS OF FREEDOM TOUR, B-17 Flying Fortress “Nine O Nine,” B-24 Liberator “Witchcraft,” B-25 Mitchell “Tondelayo” bombers and P-51 Mustang “Toulouse Nuts” fighter, will fly to the Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport located at Banyan Air Service, Inc., for a visit from January 19th to 21st. This is a rare opportunity to visit, explore, and learn more about these unique and rare treasures of aviation history. The B-17 is one of only 8 in flying condition in the United States. The B-24J Liberator is the sole remaining example of its type flying in the World. The […]

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Church United Funds New Firewalls Center

Firewall Centers was presented with $28,073 from Church United to help fund their newest Center location at Walker Elementary School. “We decided that one of the most important things we could do to serve our community was to invest in the education of the next generation. It then became a natural fit to partner together with Firewall Centers because of the incredible work they are doing and their reputation in the community,” said Jon Elswick, Crossway Church Pastor. Firewall Centers provides daily, school-based tutoring and mentoring services designed to help students achieve academic success, build character, and transform into servant […]

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FUNtastic Events Feature FUN and FUNdamentals

What is the chief end of man? According to the Westminster Shorter Catechism, Man’s chief end is to glorify God, and enjoy him forever. Do we do that? I mean, do we really enjoy God and glorify him or are our lives checklists of things to do or ways to behave — drudgery? When someone asks about your family or marriage, do you puff up or shrink? Are you thriving or surviving? “A cheerful heart is good medicine, but a crushed spirit dries up the bones” (Proverbs 17:22). “The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I have […]

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Good News Wants to Know …In your lifetime, are there any New Year’s resolutions that you’ve kept?

I’m sure we’ve all made New Year’s resolutions that have lasted no more than a day or so. Good News Wants to Know… In your lifetime, are there any New Year’s resolutions that you’ve kept? Although I believed in a higher power for years, I did not accept how much the local church meant to God. On New Year’s Eve many years ago, I made a resolution that I would make attending weekly worship a priority for the rest of my life. So far so good! Fred Scarbrough, DVM, Founder, Scarbrough Animal Hospital and HOPE South Florida       […]

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Good News Wants to Know…What is your family’s most unique Christmas tradition?

Approaching the holidays with anticipation, we look forward to family gatherings and celebrations with friends. As you prepare for this season, Good News Wants to Know… What is your family’s most unique Christmas tradition? Among our favorite Christmas traditions is to daily read the Palm Beach Atlantic University Advent Guide. For 22 years, the University faculty, students and alumni have been contributing daily devotionals for the Advent season.  Once published only in print, the guide is now available online to a wider audience. Our Christmas prayer is this guide offers inspiration, hope and unity for our Christ-first community. We receive […]

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Angel Tree Program Launched on Giving Tuesday

The Salvation Army of Broward County launched its popular Holiday Angel Tree program beginning Giving Tuesday, November 27. This year, The Salvation Army of Broward is offering two easy ways to give – through visits to local retail locations and, for the first time, through Amazon.com. The popular holiday initiative provides a unique opportunity to involve the community in a direct way, allowing them to become personally involved in sharing with those less fortunate. “For almost 40 years, The Salvation Army’s Angel Tree program has embodied the giving spirit of the Christmas season through faith, hope and generosity,” said Major Keath Biggers, Area Commander […]

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Enjoy Christmas Lights, Tours and Parades in Broward and Palm Beach

Happy Holidays and Merry Christmas! We at the Good News have found select Christmas events and lighting displays that you and your family can delight in during the holidays. Whether you are in Broward or Palm Beach County, enjoy taking a parade of lights, an enchanting walk or an iridescent tour through these magnificent displays of a bright Christmas! Broward Garden of Lights Flamingo Gardens 3750 S Flamingo Rd, Davie, FL 33330 December 14 – 30 5 – 8 p.m. Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays $6.45-$9.95  flamingogardens.org Faith Presbyterian Church 1700 NW 98th Ave, Pembroke Pines, FL 33024 December 14 – […]

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Prepare for Christmas with PBA’s Advent Guide

While retailers would have you start preparing for Christmas in August, many Christian denominations begin the season closer to December with Advent. This period a few weeks ahead of Christmas is filled with prayer and meditation on Christ. The four Sundays before Christmas are celebrated by church congregations and families as they light candles each week signifying the four virtues that Christ brings us: hope, love, joy and peace. A treasured Palm Beach Atlantic University tradition is the Advent devotional guide, edited by Dr. Ken Mahanes, special advisor to the President. Celebrating the 50th anniversary of PBA’s founding, the guide […]

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Educators Honor Schoolife Visionary Jack Wells

Educators and supporters gathered on October 14 at a Lasting Impact Fellowship for Teachers (LIFT) America event at PGA National Resort to honor Jack wells and his loving service to Palm Beach County  Schools. Jack Wells is the visionary and founder of SchooLifeUSA and “Love On Others” initiative. SchooLifeUSA has developed a culture of establishing long term relationships with educators, empowering them to live out love and respect from the inside out where people become excited about being a part of the Palm Beach County School System. SchooLifeUSA is a the catalyst for positive change in the Palm Beach County […]

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Good News Wants to Know …. What are you Thankful For that Made this Year Special?

Since this is our November Thanksgiving issue, in the year 2018 are there one or two things that you’re thankful for that made this year special?   2018 brought us a baby girl, Summer Winslow Denison. She’s grateful that her big brother thinks she’s a dog (he pats her head like one) and also grateful her big sister Nora hasn’t blinded her (she’s constantly trying to poke her eyeballs out). Bob Denison, President, Denison Yacht Sales       Last December my wife had a chest x-ray during her normal checkup. The doctors noticed several small crushed glass circles in her right lung. […]

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