What is the connection between childhood faith and adult religious commitment? The Barna Group asked adults to think back on their upbringing and to describe the frequency of their involvement in Sunday school or religious training. More than 80 percent remembered consistently attending Sunday school, or having some other religious training, before the age of 12. Seven out of 10 said they attended religious programs weekly as young children. About 70 percent also recalled going to Sunday school or to other religious programs for teens, at least once a month. And half indicated they had gone to such teen programs […]

In an historic healthcare vote, the Democrat-led House of Representatives excludes taxpayer-funded abortions and signals the “beginning of the end” for abortion in America. WASHINGTON, Nov. 8 – Taxpayer-funded abortion was excluded from the final healthcare bill, even though the public funding of abortion was a key component of President Obama’s presidential campaign and was strongly supported by Speaker Pelosi and House leadership. In spite of these facts, a healthcare bill including abortion funding would not pass. This vote is a reminder that America is turning away from the violence of abortion and embracing social justice and human rights for […]

Dr. James Dobson’s departure from the radio program and from official affiliation with the organization he founded in 1977 is just the “third chapter in a transition that began in 2003,” when Dobson stepped down as Focus president, said Jim Daly, the Life ‘s president and CEO. It was a mutual decision between Dobson and the Life ‘s board of directors, which Dobson left in February of this year, Daly added. “The Bible tells us that to everything there is a season – and Dr. Dobson’s season at Focus on the Family has been remarkable,” Daly said. “He has done […]

Oral Roberts University students provide shoes for children in Iraq through giving and negotiation skills. Soon, thousands of Iraqi children will have new shoes in time for winter, thanks to the efforts of Oral Roberts University (ORU) students, faculty and staff. The money for this project was raised through donations taken during twice-weekly chapel services. The university was able to greatly stretch their gift by involving students in the school of business. ORU graduate business students in the marketing management class were assigned the task of negotiating the best price for the shoes. The business students were able to negotiate […]

Texting and sexting, school violence, drug abuse, car accidents, pregnancy. Teens – including teenage girls – all too often make the News because of their problems and failures. Yet throughout history, there have been young women, like Joan of Arc, who are remembered for extraordinary personal accomplishments. Just a few months ago, Melanie Oudin, a 17-year-old tennis player, burst onto the scene by producing a solid showing at both the U.S. Open and Wimbledon. Or what about Taylor Swift, who after going platinum with her first album at age 16, is now so popular that tickets for her concert at […]

Birth Place: Falls Creek, PennsylvaniaYears in Florida: Over 50Home Church: Coral Ridge Presbyterian ChurchMarital status: widowed; married 50 yearsChildren/Grandchildren: 3 sons and 6 grandsons [no girls!]First job:   Printing CompanyFavorite movie:  Gone With The WindWhat do you like to read:  The Bible, Newspapers, and US World and News Report.  Musical preference:  I like music of the 60s, 70s and 80s and Orchestra music, and I also like clssical music.Favorite teams:  Dolphins, Hurricanes and  the Pittsburgh Steelers.Mountains or beaches:  MountainsArmy, Navy, Air Force, Marines or Coast Guard: Air Force Q:  Where did you grow up and what was it like?  I grew […]

Evangelist Billy Graham celebrated his 91st birthday on Nov. 7. A spokesman said Graham remains in good overall health, with a strong heart and clear mind, while dealing with various age-related conditions. He continues to exercise, including short walks at his mountain home every day. The global evangelist continues to stay abreast of current events. He still subscribes to several domestic and international Newspapers and periodicals. He also remains focused on the ongoing Life of the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association (BGEA), which he founded nearly 60 years ago – it is now under the leadership of his son, Franklin. Graham […]