Evangelist Andrew Palau Launches Stories of Hope: An Online Festival Experience Featuring Top Musical Artists and Celebrities

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21 May 2020
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In a massive effort to share hope with millions around the world during this pandemic, the Luis Palau Association will host a global festival on May 30, 2020. This online event, called Stories of Hope: An Online Festival Experience, will be led by Andrew Palau and his wife, Wendy. It will feature some of the biggest names in Christian music and several well-known celebrities, sharing their own personal stories of hope during this global crisis. The one-hour program will air on Facebook, Instagram, and on hope.palau.org, premiering at 5:00 p.m. (pacific), 8:00 p.m. (eastern). The festival will feature music from […]

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Gunther Motor Company Supports First Responders & Ministries Impacted by COVID-19

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19 May 2020
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Gunther Motor Company has prided itself on its philanthropic efforts since opening its doors fifty years ago, and during these uncertain times these charitable efforts have become even more important to the group. Since their establishment in 1970, Gunther Motor Company has supported organizations including, Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital, Food for the Poor, SOS Children’s Village, and the National Pediatric Cancer Foundation, among others. Their most recent efforts have benefitted 4KIDS, first responders and hospital workers, and HOPE South Florida. Gunther Motor Company has donated $10,000 to 4KIDS, a faith-based organization dedicated to providing hope, homes, and help to at-risk […]

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Good News Wants to Know… What did you do while on quarantine?

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My work as the new Dean of Trinity Florida started while on quarantine. The usual “getting to know you” and “finding out what’s going on” gatherings all began via Zoom meetings, Google Hangout conversations, and a river of emails. Our students, professors and staff adapted very quickly to our new environment and inspire me. They, along with church members and leaders, remind me of the apostle Paul, an adaptable person who faced untold adversity in ministry. Often locked down in prison and unable to be present, he utilized every means possible to carry out the mission, including the technology of […]

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Leading In Difficult Times

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13 May 2020
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The COVID-19 Pandemic has quickly changed the world we live in. Uncertainty, fear, confusion and financial loss can cause us to lose perspective quickly. As Christians, how are we to lead in difficult times? How does it look different than the world? Many are faced with challenging decisions in the weeks and months ahead.  For some, we are in a fog, not knowing what tomorrow will bring. As men and women who follow Jesus, we need a perspective that reflects the reality of our hope. Difficult times can be seen either as an obstacle or an opportunity. My hope is […]

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The Salvation Army of Broward Seeks Non-Perishable Food Donations

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8 May 2020
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The Salvation Army of Broward County is seeking non-perishable food items to help replenish its Food Pantry. Items needed include all canned goods (beans/vegetables, fruit, meat and milk), rice, boxed cereals, pastas and sauces, peanut butter and jelly, oatmeal, granola bars, snacks and other pre-prepared shelf-stable meals. Presently, The Salvation Army of Broward County is feeding thousands of residents-in-need through its Food Pantry during the COVID-19 pandemic. Each Thursday, trusted Army experts provide non-perishable items and other pantry goods to more than 100 underserved families and the number is growing. The organization also provides meals-to-go services for the homeless, its […]

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Leading Sexual Integrity Apologist, Sy Rogers, Dies at 63

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23 Apr 2020
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Sy Rogers, a leading apologist on sexuality, died in Orlando on Sunday, April 19, 2020, at 63 after battling kidney cancer for eight months. This was his second bout with cancer. He had been in remission for five years.   Regarded as a gifted communicator, Sy’s teaching ministry spanned over three decades and reached across six continents. Sy was a popular conference speaker in evangelical circles and his seminars and speaking events were conducted interdenominationally for leadership events, Bible colleges, youth festivals, counselor training, women’s conferences, and men’s events. Sy was also an award-winning talk show host. In 1996, Sy was […]

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The Good News Wants To Know…

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7 Apr 2020
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As we approach Easter, Good News Wants to Know… what Bible verse has recently been impactful for you personally, and why? Psalm 91:3 “For He will rescue you from every trap and protect you from deadly disease.” NLT The world is in a panic mode right now and it’s up to us the Christians to encourage them. When we share this verse and explain our faith to them, someone is going to get saved. Our faith in a nutshell (Jesus Christ left Heaven and came down to Earth to show us how to live and then die on the cross […]

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Feeding South Florida® Respond to COVID-19 Crisis Needs, Seeks Volunteers & Donations

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2 Apr 2020
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The leading domestic hunger-relief organization in South Florida, Feeding South Florida® is working diligently to respond to the COVID-19 crisis and the rapidly evolving and increased food needs of those who are food insecure in South Florida. “As with every response to an emergency, Feeding South Florida is ready to serve, but we need the community’s support more now than ever!” said Paco Vélez, president and CEO of Feeding South Florida. “With volunteer cancellations, distribution networks shutting down, and the global threat diminishing resources, community help is imperative. Please take this opportunity to donate, volunteer, and help us in many other ways.” While the organization is in dire need of […]

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Community Care Plan Non-Profit Award Winners Announced

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1 Apr 2020
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In true awards show style, nearly 700 local notables, community leaders and members of the non-profit sector attended the sold-out 10th Annual Community Care Plan Non-Profit Awards presented by Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino and hosted by 211 Broward on Friday, February 28th. The Non-Profit Awards celebrated the inspiring work of Broward County’s non-profit agencies and recognized the individual efforts of outstanding non-profit executive and board leaders.  Over the years, 211 Broward has granted $200,000 back to non-profits through the Non-Profit Awards event. During the Luncheon, the winners of each of the 211 award categories were announced, each receiving an award and $1,000 for their non-profit organization. The finalists in each […]

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First Care Brings Light and Hope to Mothers at Vision Dinner

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25 Mar 2020
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First Care Women’s Clinic announced its plans to build a one-stop center for maternity care and wellness at a special Vision Dinner held at the Breakers on February 4, 2020. The Vision Dinner committee was led by Angela Williams of Palm Beach, Allie Hanley of Palm Beach, Luciana Vittoria of Palm Beach, Annie Erneston of Singer Island, Denice Simpson of Wellington, Diane Hanlon of Wellington and Holly Boswell of Palm Beach Gardens. The committee and First Care Executive Director Beau Heyman welcomed approximately 60 guests, many who learned about the agency, which assists women who are dealing with crisis pregnancies and empowering them with information and support to keep their babies. The 20/20 Vision and Beyond: Project […]

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