Good News Wants to Know… Who would you take to the Museum of the Bible?

If you won a trip to Washington, D.C. to visit the Museum of the Bible, one of the top Christian attractions now in America, and you were allowed to take your significant other and three guests (celebrities included), who would you take and why? Ok, hear me out. I would take Taylor Swift, Elon Musk and Messi, the soccer player. They are the three most influential people I can think of. If by God’s Grace and the Power of the Holy Spirit, the Bible became real and alive to them, it would have an immediate positive impact in the current […]

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BBX Capital Inc. Deepens Commitment to Habitat for Humanity of Broward

In a celebration of their enduring partnership, Habitat for Humanity of Broward and BBX Capital Inc. marked a significant milestone with a generous additional contribution of $150,000 from BBX Capital. The funds will further propel the construction efforts of the new Coral Springs Community development by Habitat Broward and will fund a home for a Habitat family. The ceremony, held on site at the Coral Springs development, brought together key figures from both organizations, highlighting the collaborative spirit that has fueled their joint mission. On site were Alan Levan, Chairman of BBX Capital; Jarett Levan, President/CEO of BBX Capital; Nancy […]

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Hannah’s Home Breaks Ground on Expanded Housing

Hannah’s Home of South Florida broke ground on two duplex cottages for single mothers on Thursday, Nov. 30, housing that will boost capacity by 50 percent. To build the duplexes, Hannah’s Home is partnering with Hedrick Brothers Construction, Carrier’s Construction, Olson Design Group, JMorton & Landscape Architecture, Last Devenport Inc., BFT Development and Belvedere Contracting Inc. Earlier this year at the nonprofit’s annual gala, Hannah’s Home raised over $500,00 towards its program and campus expansion. Founder Carol Beresford said she has long dreamt of expanding in Tequesta in order to house more at-risk pregnant women. “I am overjoyed to see […]

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Good News Wants to Know… Three Things That Have Brought Joy

As 2023 draws to a close, Good News Wants to Know… What are three things that have brought you joy this year? My relationship with my wife, Christie, has never been better. I have met dozens of new Christian friends across the country. I lost 26 lbs.! James ‘JT’ Taylor, Managing Director, Automotive Retail, Truist Securities 2023 has been a remarkable year for which I am very grateful. Seeing people we have prayed for come to know Christ and grow in their faith; watching our grandchildren begin to get into their stride as they discover their God given gifts and begin to exercise […]

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Gala Raises Funds for Egbe Medical Mission

Egbe Medical Mission held its inaugural Fundraising Gala on December 2nd, 2023, at Banyan Air Services Hangar at the Ft. Lauderdale Executive Airport.  It was a night of food, music, entertainment and celebrating all the progress that has been made in Egbe, Nigeria. Don Campion, Egbe Medical Mission Project Leader and President of Banyan Air Service, Inc., welcomed guests, and various team members shared images and stories of the revitalization project and improvements at the rural mission hospital in Nigeria that serves a large area in the African bush. The compound is also home to the EWCA College of Nursing […]

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What’s your favorite quote from any Christmas movie and why?

As we head into the holidays, Good News Wants to Know… What’s your favorite quote from any Christmas movie and why? I recently saw the new Christmas movie, “Journey To Bethlehem.” I must admit, I was quite skeptical about the nativity story being told as a musical. However, I was pleasantly surprised, and I really liked the way the story was presented (apart from a few weird scenes). There was a line in the movie that hit me in a personal way. It was something that Mary’s mother said to Mary, and one that I think we can all relate to. She […]

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StrikeForce 421 Announces Grant Semi-Finalists

A generous group of women and men attended the StrikeForce 421 Gather and Give Breakfast at the Lauderdale Yacht Club on November 9 to learn more about the incredible work being done for the Lord in South Florida.  Strikeforce 421 Semi-Finalists This season’s grant semi-finalists were announced during the breakfast, including CityHouse, a ministry providing housing and services to single mothers and children facing homelessness in Florida. Knox Theological Seminary, a ministry equipping pastors and lay people to proclaim the gospel. Lighthouse 4Students, an in-school and after school mentoring program for youth. Sheridan House Family Ministries, a ministry serving children […]

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Nearly 3,000 Thanksgiving Meals Served

The Caring Place at Miami Rescue Mission | Broward Outreach Centers served hundreds of turkey dinners with all the fixings this Thanksgiving to South Florida’s needy, hungry and homeless. Many took advantage of getting a shower, having a health checkup and a haircut plus they received bags with clothing and hygiene items. Over 300 volunteers were on site at Broward and Miami serving this thanksgiving. Thanksgiving meals for the needy Both centers (Miami and Broward) alike at The Caring Place had guests fed on the street in our original style block party fashion, closing down the street in front of […]

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“NAMIWalks” Raises Funds for Mental Health

NAMI Broward County hosted its annual “NAMIWalks” event, presented by Cox Media Group, on Saturday, October 7th at Nova Southeastern University. Over 1,100 people attended the annual fundraising event, which was created to unite the community and promote mental health and wellness.  NAMIWalks for Mental Health The morning kicked off with a warm-up with Atha Yoga and the National Anthem was performed by Anastia Leyon, alongside the BSO/ROTC Honor Guard. Prior to the start of the walk, opening remarks were made by John Linn, NAMI Broward Board President; Karen Grosby, Dean of Nova Southeastern University’s College of Psychology; Gregory Tony, […]

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Wallick Recognized by Fellowship of Christian Athletes

Gregg Wallick receives the Founding Chairman of The Board Plaque for his ten years of service as “Founding and Forever Chairman of The Board” of the University Of Miami Chapter of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) in gratitude from his Board of Directors, Dated October 19, 2023. For more Out & About, visit https://www.goodnewsfl.org/topic/news/local/

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