Nicholas Perrin Joins Trinity International University As President – TIU Serves South Florida for Three Decades

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1 Aug 2019
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Nicholas Perrin serves as the 16th president of Trinity International University, elected to that position June 6, 2019 after a unanimous vote from the Board of Regents. “For decades, TIU’s distinctive voice has been a gift to global evangelicalism,” Perrin said. “I look forward to the challenge of amplifying that voice in a clamorous world that – now more than ever – needs to encounter the word of God afresh in every area of life.” Perrin has served as the Franklin S. Dyrness Professor of Biblical Studies at Wheaton College. His academic specialties include Jesus and the Gospels, with special […]

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Healthy Mothers, Healthy Babies Coalition Now Accepting Mother’s Day 2020 Honoree Submissions!

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23 Jul 2019
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The Healthy Mothers, Healthy Babies Coalition  is now accepting honoree submissions online for its 28th Annual Mother’s Day Luncheon on May 5, 2020. For the past 27 years Healthy Mothers, Healthy Babies Coalition of Broward County has honored members of the community that have made a significant contribution to improve lives of women, children and families of Broward County. Visit hmhbbroward.org to fill out a nominee application form. The nomination deadline is October 2, 2019 at 12 p.m. Nominate someone special that helps make the community blossom!

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Coach Rick Honored for Serving Others

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22 Jul 2019
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Coach Rick Andreassen, founder and president of SAINTS of Florida P.E. and SAINTS International Sports Ministry was selected as one of the top ten people in the country recognized for his dedication to serving others. #A01LeaveYourMark Andreassen was recognized by the Carson Wentz foundation (audience of one foundation) #AO1LEAVEYOURMARK and the Philadelphia Eagles football team during a presentation at a celebrity charity softball game at Phillies stadium in Philadelphia Philadelphia Eagles Quarterback Carson Wentz is partnering with Saints International Sports Ministry to build a sports stadium at “Mission of Hope” in Haiti. It’s a great partnership in the Lord!!! SAINTS […]

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CBMC Featured Kwame Hylton in June

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17 Jul 2019
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Kwame Hylton spoke as the featured guest at the Christian Business Men’s Connection CBMC luncheon at The Tower Club in June. A portrait artist and recent graduate of Lifework Leadership, Kwame shared his personal testimony of life challenges and the guidance of his mother that helped lead him to a personal relationship with Jesus. When asked what Moms could do to replicate this in their own families, Kwame replied, “Love is spelled T-I-M-E! His Mother’s Christian faith, plus spending time with him, resulted in an overflow of faith and guidance that helped set him on the path to the Lord. […]

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Urgent Care Partnership Expands PBA Student Health Services

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Responding to a growing trend among independent colleges, Palm Beach Atlantic University has established a partnership with Jupiter Medical Center to provide all students with enhanced urgent care services featuring extended operating hours, on-site imaging and testing facilities, and access to top health care providers in the area. Located about a mile from campus at 625 North Flagler Drive, the facility operated by the prestigious Jupiter Medical Center will serve campus residents, commuters, athletes, evening and graduate students, according to Dean of Students Bob Lutz. Free valet parking is available, and the center can be reached by foot or bike within minutes. Jupiter […]

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VanDorn Named International Swimming Hall of Fame’s First Chaplain

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9 Jul 2019
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The International Swimming Hall of Fame (ISHOF) has named Mark G. Van Dorn, lead pastor of Florida Faith Church, a multicultural community “Living Faith For Real People,” as the first Chaplain ever appointed by organization. The ISHOF Board of Directors and the City of Fort Lauderdale approved the relationship in a formal document on April 4th, the day before the official groundbreaking for the renovation of the Aquatic Center. “ISHOF’s mission stresses the importance of sharing cultures, which naturally extends to the support of all beliefs and faiths,” said Brent Rutemiller, ISHOF CEO. “This is a huge global statement for […]

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First Families Move Into ‘A Rick Case Habitat Community’ in Pompano Beach

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3 Jul 2019
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The first seven families received the keys to their new homes at “A Rick Case Habitat Community” in Pompano on June 27 during a private dedication ceremony attended by Governor Ron DeSantis and other dignitaries. The homeowners included Cassandra Baker, Krystal Brown, Tiesha Duncan, Deresha Ferguson, Victoria Griffin, Erneika Mejia and Edna and Tyrone Mckinney. “These are hardworking, deserving families who earned their homeownerships” said, Nancy Robin, CEO/Executive Director, Habitat for Humanity of Broward. The total project is estimated to cost over $18 million in funds that will be raised and leveraged through partnerships with corporations, foundations, government agencies, the […]

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All American Patriotic Celebration in Fort Lauderdale on June 30th

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25 Jun 2019
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On Sunday, June 30th, at 10:30 a.m., First Baptist Fort Lauderdale will be celebrating the Independence of our great country, as well as the freedom that we have in Jesus, our Savior, with an all American patriotic worship service. The God  &  Country celebration will include live patriotic music, featuring Soloist Jackie Stressman, a military presentation of the colors, worship music brought by First Baptist’s very own Choir & Orchestra, all-American treats, confetti and pyrotechnics for the community to enjoy. “We are looking forward to welcoming our friends and neighbors in the Fort Lauderdale area and beyond to our God […]

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Jessica June Children’s Cancer Foundation Gala Raises $245,000

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24 Jun 2019
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Donning their best gold attire, more than 500 guests arrived at Revolution Live to celebrate The Jessica June Children’s Cancer Foundation 15th Anniversary Gold Party on Saturday, June 1st. The event, which raised over $245,000 for local cancer-stricken children, included an open bar, specialty food stations, unique interactive entertainment, a Go Gold Challenge, sophisticated silent auction, raffle, dancing, art that rocks by Perego and a surprise performance by Shannon, “Queen” of freestyle and dance-pop music.  Gold was the chosen theme as it is the color symbolizing childhood cancer. During the event, Sandra Muvdi, President and CEO of Jessica June Children’s […]

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Good News Wants to Know… What book do you recommend for Summer?

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19 Jun 2019
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This summer many look forward to relaxing on the beach or by the pool with a good book. So this month, Good News Wants to Know… What is a book you would highly recommend and why? Also, what book are you looking forward to reading this summer?   As part of the Luis Palau National Women’s Prayer Team,  I am looking forward to reading Palau: A Life on Fire, scheduled for release June 4.  It is the spiritual memoir of Luis Palau – often referred to as the Latin Billy Graham.  Just days after being diagnosed with stage IV lung cancer, Luis […]

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