Women’s Conference to Impact the Nation

Shelly Pond
6 Oct 2015
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  Gathering women from all walks of life who believe it is time to stand up and speak out for America, Women Impacting the Nation will host its annual fall conference entitled “Raising the Bar 2015 – The Next Generation” on Saturday, October 17 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Palm Beach Atlantic University. It is designed to encourage women and equip them with truth that will impact their faith, family and freedoms as they hear national Christian leaders address today’s world issues in the light of God’s word. Women’s Conference The conference will feature appearances by Dove Award […]

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John Hawkins, Sr. is a Seasoned Counselor You Can Trust

Shelly Pond
5 Oct 2015
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When faced with relational, psychological or life challenges, it’s hard to know where to turn for guidance and support you can trust. John Hawkins Sr., president and co-founder of Gateway Counseling Center, has been working with couples and families since the early seventies and has published numerous articles and works specifically addressing how to develop healthy and functional relationships. As a pastor, he understands how to incorporate faith as a resource for achieving therapeutic and life’s goals. In 2007 he founded Gateway Counseling Center with his son, John Hawkins Jr. They offer counseling for individuals, couples and families of all […]

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Nick Vujicic Will Visit Florida Schools to Stand Against Bullying

Shelly Pond
1 Oct 2015
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Nick Vujicic, the Australian-born YouTube sensation and worldwide speaker who has shared his amazing life story to full-capacity crowds in venues across 54 countries, will visit six Florida schools November 3 – 6 to speak out against bullying. His powerful message will also be simulcast online and viewed live in school assemblies throughout the state. Nick’s story wasn’t always glamorous. Born without arms or legs, Nick was bullied so badly during his childhood that he attempted suicide at just 10 years old. Fortunately, Nick survived and soon began to see that he had a purpose in life. As a young […]

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Operation Lift Hope Gala Launches Mission to End Homelessness for Veterans

Shelly Pond
1 Sep 2015
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When it comes to Veterans and the homeless, Operation Lift Hope is embarking on a mission to leave no one behind. The Fort Lauderdale initiative spearheaded by developer Andy Mitchell, president and CEO of the Fairwinds Group, has brought together a coalition of business leaders, politicians, government and service providers, church and community members and local colleges – all united around the cause of ending homelessness for veterans in Fort Lauderdale by 2016. Currently, a staggering 18 percent of those who call the streets of Fort Lauderdale home are veterans. But after months of collaboration and planning to address this […]

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Student-led First Priority Clubs Bring the Gospel to School

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    Despite government limitations on prayer and Bible reading in public schools, the Gospel is still found on campus today through student led clubs supported by First Priority. By connecting the church with students to reach the campus for Christ, First Priority supported more than 5,000 students in 165 schools throughout Dade, Broward, Palm Beach and the Treasure Coast last year. At these Great Commission Clubs, which meet weekly, students are equipped to share the love of Jesus Christ with their peers who do not know Him. The results are stunning. A reported 3,496 students made professions of faith […]

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Volunteers Prepare For Christmas All Year Long

Shelly Pond
6 Aug 2015
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During the steamy months of summer, Christmas is typically the furthest from our minds, but Operation Christmas Child volunteers celebrate Christmas in July and all throughout the year by connecting with the community to collect donations and pack gift boxes.   Shoe box packing party On August 15 from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m., Lake Worth Christian School, located at 7592 High Ridge Road, Boynton Beach, will host a “Shoebox Packing Party” to put together special gift-filled boxes to be sent to impoverished nations around the world by Operation Christmas Child to open doors to sharing God’s love. Lake Worth […]

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Highlands Christian Academy Celebrates 50 Years

Shelly Pond
2 Aug 2015
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Highlands Christian Academy in Pompano Beach was established in 1965 against the backdrop of an innocent time when moviegoers stood in line to see “The Sound of Music” and the culture was in turmoil over the Vietnam War and the Civil Rights movement. As they celebrate their 50th anniversary, Highlands Headmaster Ken Lopez said, “We are called to prepare people for a great cultural shift taking place. At first Christianity was embraced, then it was tolerated, and I’m not sure how long it will continue to be tolerated, so we have to prepare our children for this time.” Envisioning a […]

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Taking a Bite Out of Summer Hunger

Shelly Pond
9 Jul 2015
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“We’re encouraging our partners to start serving meals to kids who may struggle over the summer,” said Paco Velez, president and CEO of Feeding South Florida. As Summer BreakSpot sponsors, Feeding South Florida handles the administrative and financial oversight of the USDA program, which passes through a reimbursement for breakfasts, lunches and snacks that have all the components of nutritious meals at approved locations. Each lunch must include a serving of milk, two servings of fruits or vegetables, one grain and one protein. At Summer BreakSpots children receive meals in a safe and supervised setting, which may include faith-based organizations, […]

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Students Attend Unleashed Mission Camp With A Heart to Serve Others

Shelly Pond
2 Jul 2015
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More than 135 middle and high school students spent a week of their summer break serving area non-profits and schools during Unleashed Summer Mission Camp June 22 – 26. West Pines Community Church developed the mission camp after realizing that teens sitting around during the summer were an untapped resource willing and ready to serve our community. “One of the things we’ve noticed is that relationship building  is  best  cultivated when you are volunteering or giving,” said Justin Chades, student pastor at West Pines Community Church and the camp director. “Going to a theme park is fun, but when you  […]

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Graduates Encouraged to Stand Strong in the Face of Cultural Challenges

Shelly Pond
1 Jun 2015
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  Shelly Pond Good News Donning cap and gown, high school graduates will be marching on stage this month to receive their diplomas among well deserved applause. They have worked hard to prepare themselves for a bright future, and they are this nation’s hope during a time when the cultural challenges are many from the influence of technology to the erosion of Christian values…  [Read More]    

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