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‘Synergize 2024’ Unites Ministry Leaders from Every World Region for the Fulfillment of the Great Commission by 2030

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6 Mar 2024
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ORLANDO, Feb. 22, 2024 — Global Church Network (GCN), a growing coalition of more than 2,750 denominations and 700,000 churches, concluded its biennial Synergize Pastors and Leaders Conference last week on Friday, February 16 by challenging international ministry leaders from 80 nations to play an active role in helping to fulfill the Great Commission by the year 2030 — the 2,000th birthday of the Christian Church. With the goal of equipping, networking and mobilizing one million new ministers to help accomplish Christ’s most important mandate to believers, the Conference gathered more than 900 leaders representing every world region, February 14-16, in Orlando, Florida. In his […]

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Open Doors World Watch List Reveals Increase in Christian Persecution

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8 Feb 2024
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The 2024 Open Doors World Watch List was released in January, sharing the latest findings on Christian persecution around the globe and regions where being a Christian poses the most significant risks. “As Christian persecution rises to the most significant levels in history, there’s an opportunity for us as believers to come alongside and support our brothers and sisters in Christ as they are enduring persecution for the sake of the Gospel,” said Open Doors US CEO Ryan Brown. “There is no better reminder than the annual release of the World Watch List that we need to stay informed about […]

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Samaritan’s Purse Provides Ambulances in Honor of Fallen Israeli Medics

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25 Jan 2024
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Samaritan’s Purse President Franklin Graham joined hundreds of Israeli citizens on Jan. 23 to dedicate 14 new ambulances for Magen David Adom, the nation’s emergency medical services provider. Graham honored the sacrifices of 19 members of Magen David Adom who have been killed since Oct. 7, the start of the current Israel-Hamas war. “We don’t always understand why these things happen—why tragedy happens. But we have faith in God and know that He loves us,” Graham said, addressing the families of four fallen medical personnel. “We pray that these ambulances will bring comfort to the people of Israel, knowing that […]

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

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10 Jan 2024
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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

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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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Holy Cross Health Surpasses $7 Million in Gifts from Foundation

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8 Jan 2024
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The Guerrieri Family Foundation, in an ongoing commitment to the mission of Holy Cross Health, has announced that its latest donation brings the foundation’s total giving to more than $7 million.  A Word From Holy Cross “We are so grateful to the Guerrieri family for their incredible support of Holy Cross over the years,” Holy Cross CEO and President Mark Doyle said. “Because of their commitment and generosity, we continue to serve our community with healthcare excellence, cutting edge treatment, and compassionate and comprehensive care.”   The generous gift will fund the renovation of the three-story Holy Cross Medical Complex at […]

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Rising Antisemitism in America and the Need to Stand against It

Dr. Susan Michael
3 Jan 2024
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Israel’s people long for a better world with peace in the Middle East. But the resulting wave of antisemitism that swept across the globe after Israel legally responded to the barbaric attacks on innocent civilians on October 7 shattered their dream of acceptance by the family of nations. Since the war began, hate crimes against Jews in the United States have skyrocketed. On social media, antisemitic messages of hate for Jews have overwhelmed messages of support for the Jewish people. At universities across the United States — which should be a safe place for all students to learn — anti-Israel […]

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How Christians Are Helping Israel in Their Most Severe Hour of Need Since Israel’s Founding 75 Years Ago

Karen Engle
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Just days after Hamas terrorists attacked Israel on October 7, torturing and killing more than 1,400 innocent civilians and taking roughly 240 hostages to Gaza, the Ethics and Religion Liberty Commission issued an evangelical statement in support of Israel. In it 2,000 Evangelical leaders said they “fully support Israel’s right and duty to defend itself against further attack”— and though theological perspectives on Israel and the church among those leaders vary, the signatories were unified in their stance. The support Israel has received from the Christian community since the war began, in large part through organizations like the International Christian […]

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Gala Raises Funds for Egbe Medical Mission

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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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StrikeForce 421 Announces Grant Semi-Finalists

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12 Dec 2023
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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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