Florida Christian College Fairs Held Locally in September

Shelly Pond
21 Aug 2019
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Representatives from Christian colleges across the country will visit four local high schools in September to speak with graduating seniors, juniors and parents. The fairs will be hosted by Westminster Academy in Fort Lauderdale on Monday, September 9 from 9 – 11 a.m. and at Jupiter Christian School from 1:30 – 3 p.m. On Tuesday, September 10, the college fairs will move to Atlantic Christian Academy in West Palm Beach from 9 – 10:30 a.m. and Calvary Christian Academy in Fort Lauderdale from 5 – 6:30 p.m. Christian College Fairs College Fairs can be a terrific opportunity for you as […]

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Bramos Makes Ministry A Family Affair

Shelly Pond
1 Jul 2019
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If you are involved in Christian ministry in South Florida, especially worship or youth ministry, there’s a strong possibility you’ve encountered a member of the Bramos family. For Victory Life Church Senior Pastor Ron Bramos, his wife Cheryl, their four biological children, two affectionately “adopted,” and their spouses, ministry is definitely a family affair. Meet the Bramos An administrative assistant at Calvary Christian Academy, Cheryl Bramos also facilitates the women’s ministry at Victory Life Church in Plantation. Their daughter Maegan Wallace serves alongside her husband Joshua “JW” Wallace, the executive pastor at Victory Life Church and formerly West Broward area […]

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Graduates Prepared to Unleash Their Talents 2019

Shelly Pond
4 Jun 2019
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As the class of 2019 walks across the stage to receive their diplomas and into the next season of their lives, administrators and staff have high hopes for what they see as some of the most naturally talented students they’ve seen. Graduates of 2019 “When I think about the class of 2019, I see an amazing amount of talent. This class is the largest senior class that Boca Christian has ever had and they are gifted in so many areas. From their incredible performance in Mary Poppins, to their skills on the field and court, and their amazing accomplishments in […]

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High School Club Sponsors Two Habitat for Humanity Homes

Shelly Pond
2 Jun 2019
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A student-run Habitat for Humanity Club at Cypress Bay High School founded by graduating senior Matthew Liebman recently donated almost $20,000 to sponsor the construction of two homes in A Rick Case Habitat Community, a 77-home build located in Pompano Beach. Liebman received an honorable mention in the 2019 Silver Knight Awards for the social science project and said he found his interaction with future home owners and fellow students to be even more rewarding. High School Helps Homeless Seeking to put God’s love into action, Habitat for Humanity of Broward brings people together to build homes, communities and hope, […]

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World-Class Developer Champions the Cause of Homeless Veterans and Families

Shelly Pond
6 May 2019
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Building on the legacy of Ireland’s Inn, Andy Mitchell, CEO of The Fairwinds Group and President of Operation Lift Hope, has erected the $650 million luxurious Auberge Beach Residences and Spa in Fort Lauderdale while on a mission to end homelessness for veterans and families. With a seemingly endless supply of energy and a deep, guiding faith, Mitchell has become a strong community advocate, urging business leaders to join forces with government officials and service providers to solve the housing crisis. Formerly a divisional president and CEO for Masco, one of largest home furnishing companies in the U.S. with over […]

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Hope South Florida Helps Homeless Veterans and Families Get Back on Their Feet

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When families and veterans are facing homelessness, sometimes all they need is a little hope, someone to come alongside them and a hand up to get back on their feet. Since 1995, Hope South Florida, formerly The Shepherd’s Way, has been that beacon of hope, providing shared meals, a listening ear and access to crisis and rapid re-housing. In February they were able to open the Vision of Hope Family Center, a day respite center for families in a church building located at 1100 N. Andrews Ave. “Now homeless families no longer need to hang out in their cars all […]

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2019 Summer Camp Guide

Shelly Pond
12 Apr 2019
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Summer camps can provide a wonderful opportunity for summer enrichment. Here are a few local offerings listed geographically from south to north.   Unleashed Camp 2019 Mission/Service Camp July 28 – August 1 6th grade to 12th grade 21113 Johnson St., #120 Pembroke Pines, FL 33029 Cost: Early Bird $275/week, Regular $295/week 954-432-0321 westpines.org/students   Kids Summer Camp Tour around the city camp, performing arts workshop, inspiring and creative activities. June 10 – August 2 Grades K – 12 Christi/Stepss Academy 3495 N. Hiatus Sunrise, FL 33351 954-749-6869 stepssacademy.com   St. Mark’s Episcopal School Summer Camp Day Camp, Academic & Enrichment, […]

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Museum of the Bible’s Roots Extend Into South Florida

Shelly Pond
2 Apr 2019
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More than 10 years ago three men met to dream about a museum of the Bible. Coming from different walks of life, they all held a fascination for what is arguably the most influential book ever written. “Steve and David Green, of the Hobby Lobby family, and I share a passion for the Word of God. Steve began to collect some artifacts. As he shared them with me, I said this should be shared with the world,” explained Bob Hoskins, founder of OneHope, a global ministry with a mission to introduce God’s Word to every child. In November 2010, “Steve […]

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Omar Aleman Redefines His Mission at Lifework Leadership

Shelly Pond
15 Mar 2019
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Formerly a special agent for the U.S. Department of Drug Enforcement (DEA), Omar Aleman, owner of Aleman & Associates, was instrumental in the arrest of – perhaps the most celebrated apprehension in DEA history – Panamanian Dictator Manuel Antonio Noriega for international drug trafficking during the invasion of Panama in 1989. Now a private investigator, motivational speaker, adjunct professor at Trinity International University and philanthropist, Aleman said Lifework Leadership helped him reshape his life following the passing of his first wife under what he now calls “Jesus & Associates.” Dedicated to transforming leaders by clarifying their calling and engaging their […]

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Brent Coble Connects with Community Thru Lifework Leadership

Shelly Pond
5 Feb 2019
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Brent Coble, president of Coble Builders, based in North Miami, is a Lifework Leadership alumnus and credits the program for connecting him with the Christian community in South Florida. A leadership program that meets one day a month for nine months, Lifework Leadership invests in the renewal and transformation of leaders, and empowers them to lead their businesses, their families and their communities by Godly principles. Lifework leaders are described as a Christian business people who leverage their talents, skills, experiences and influence for eternity. Brent Coble said his experience developed “this whole narrative of stop doing life by yourself. […]

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