Judge hears first argument in HB2 court battle

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6 Sep 2016
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(WNS)– North Carolina’s “bathroom bill” had its first day in court on Aug. 1, with a district judge considering whether to block its enforcement while courts determine its constitutionality. The law requires restroom and locker room facilities in schools and government buildings be accessed based on biology, rather than gender identity, and bars local governments from circumventing the rule. On Nov. 14, U.S. District Judge Thomas Schroeder will preside over a full trial for House Bill 2 (HB2) to establish its long-term viability. Today, Schroeder heard oral arguments for a preliminary injunction to halt the law’s enforcement. Transgender rights groups claim it poses an immediate threat and […]

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Moroccan Christians risk persecution with YouTube testimonies

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(WNS)–In a new series of YouTube podcasts, Moroccan Christians are stepping out of the shadows, showing their faces, and telling their stories. Speaking to their countrymen, they proclaim themselves “Moroccan and Christian.” The public testimonies counter the common view that to be Moroccan is to be Muslim and that all Christians living in Morocco are foreigners, not natives. The small religious minority faces community and government persecution. In one video, a woman named Iman says her husband’s relatives assumed she was foreign-born because they knew she was a Christian, according to Moroccan World News (MWN).  “We don’t know what might […]

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Miami Youth for Christ Mourns the Death of Catalyst Hip Hop Minister Joel Stigale

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1 Sep 2016
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It was in the South Miami Dade community of Perrine that Joel David Stigale, age 41, who died August 14 of complications from a double-lung transplant, found his passion for the hip-hop culture and in bringing lost, abandoned and at-risk kids the life-saving message of Jesus Christ. Stigale was the founder of Catalyst Hip Hop, a Miami Youth for Christ program that began in 2001 and is presently located in Miami Springs. Catalyst Hip Hop reaches out and serves thousands of graffiti artists, rappers, break-dancers and DJs, and continues to draw artists from all over the world to their regularly […]

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Discover a Fresh Perspective on Sex and Intimacy

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Since the Church has often remained silent on the topics of sex and intimacy over the years, this has led to a distortion of God’s purpose in these areas of our lives. Calvary Chapel Fort Lauderdale will be discussing “Sex and Intimacy: Do You Have the Right Perspective?”during two special events in September.  On Friday, September 16 from 6 – 10 p.m., men are invited to hear some straight talk about sex and intimacy from Frank Ramseur, senior pastor of Calvary Chapel Chattanooga. The women will meet on Saturday, September 17 from 7:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. to hear from […]

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Community Church of God Fort Lauderdale Pastor Retiring After 33 Years

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3 Aug 2016
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Community Church of God Founding Pastor Dr. James Curtis Eubanks Sr. and his wife of 58 years, Elder Diana O. Eubanks, will retire this August after leading the church and its congregation through steady growth. From seven members in 1983 to over 350 currently, Pastor Eubanks has served God, his people, and the South Florida community for over three decades. Just as he followed the calling of the Lord to start the Community Church of God, he is following the leading of the Lord to retire his position as senior pastor. The finale retirement service will be Sunday, August 28th […]

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Church by the Glades Launches New Campus in Downtown Fort Lauderdale

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Church by the Glades is opening a new location in downtown Fort Lauderdale. Their newest campus will launch weekly services starting on August 7th at 5 pm at First United Methodist Church, 101 SE 3rd Ave, Fort Lauderdale. The Fort Lauderdale campus will feature the creative communication of Pastor David Hughes, as well as an energetic worship experience and programming for children. “We believe God is calling us to bring the good news about Jesus and His Word to the downtown community in a creative and exciting way” said Mike Critch, FTL campus director. Jill Auman, pastor at First United […]

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Youth Serve the Community during Unleashed Summer Camp

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6 Jul 2016
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West Pines Community Church hosted its 3rd annual Unleashed Mission Camp from June 20-24. By pairing high school and middle school level students with over 25 different organizations and service projects, students had a unique opportunity to glorify God by serving the community and growing in their faith. The ministry partnered with organizations such as 4 KIDS of South Florida, The American Lung Association, ARC Broward, Broward Outreach, Family Central, Feeding South Florida, Habitat for Humanity, Heartbeat of Miami, His House, Hope South Florida, In Jacob’s Shoes, Jack & Jill, Kids in Distress, LifeNet 4 Families, The Pantry of Broward, […]

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Senior Volunteers Saluted with exhibit in Town Center Art Gallery

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The spirit of giving and a zest for life are reflected in the eyes of a special group of seniors photographed by local artist Hank Henley. The Fort Lauderdale-based photographer was commissioned by Covenant Village of Florida, a senior living community, to take portraits of 70 resident volunteers as a way to thank them for sharing their time and talent with others. The collection, entitled “We Salute Our Stars” will be on display in the Town Center Art Gallery, 9215 W. Broward Blvd., Plantation, July 1 through Aug. 31. The exhibit is an added show of appreciation for resident volunteers […]

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Polo of Boca Raton donates $127,700 to Lake Worth and Delray Beach charities

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The Polo Club of Boca Raton demonstrated the power of true generosity recently by donating more than $126,700 to two local charities. In late May, Members and the Club’s COO made two check presentations – one for $63,773.95 to Delray Beach-based AVDA, Inc. (Aid to Victims of Domestic Abuse) and one for $63,926.45 to Lake Worth-based Forgotten Soldiers Outreach. Representatives from each non-profit organization knew they were receiving a donation from Polo Club, as beneficiaries of the community’s inaugural “Polo Gives Back” Week. However, no one knew the amount until the checks were presented. For AVDA, Polo’s gift meant the […]

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PBA Names Worley as Vice President for Admissions

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29 Jun 2016
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Timothy Worley has been appointed Vice President for Admissions and Special Projects at Palm Beach Atlantic University. A 1994 Palm Beach Atlantic Supper Honors graduate, Worley served as Executive Assistant to the President at Palm Beach Atlantic for nearly four years. His responsibilities included leadership of strategic planning and special project coordination. He also served as a liaison to university committees and represented the president with select internal and external groups. Prior to re-joining the University in 2012, Worley served with the United States Department of Justice in Washington, D.C. as Assistant Director for the Operations Services Staff in the […]

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