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More than 800 Brave Goliath Gauntlet

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2 Nov 2014
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The First Goliath Gauntlet Obstacle Race drew more than 800 participants and 200 spectators on October 25 on the property of Sheridan House Family Ministries in Davie. A test of strength and endurance, the Goliath Gauntlet is a physically challenging, timed 3.5 mile race over and through difficult terrain, water and a series of 20 back-to-back obstacles. The positive feedback about the race from competitors has been overwhelming. Paul, a competitor from Davie, said, “This was the greatest mud run we’ve ever done! We can’t wait for next year!” Doug from Miami said, “We really enjoyed this race, and I […]

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Fitness Challenge Raises $5000 for Foster Children

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Last month EMTs, firefighters, military, police officers and world-champion CrossFit athletes competed in the First Responder Team Challenge to benefit Place of Hope at the Haven Campus for foster children in western Boca Raton. The first-time event drew more than 100 fitness enthusiasts and raised nearly $5,000 to help meet the needs of Florida’s foster children. “Raising children in a loving, nurturing environment is foundational to creating a solid community, so we are truly appreciative of the support given to us by friends like the Campbell-Held family,” said Place of Hope Executive Director Charles Bender The event was hosted and […]

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Beach Cleanup Rallies Support for 5K Walk/Run

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Supporters of Food for the Poor participated in a Beach Cleanup and celebration sponsored by Barefoot Wine & Bubbly on Oct. 4 at Hollywood Beach. During the event, participants were encouraged to sign up for Food For The Poor’s 5K Walk/Run For Hunger, which will be held at 8 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 8 at T.Y. (Topeekeegee Yugnee) Park in Hollywood. Food For The Poor feeds millions of the hungry poor in 17 countries of the Caribbean and Latin America. To register for the walk, visit www.FoodForThePoor.org/walk.

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Graham on Leadership: Be a follower of Jesus Christ and Let God Lead

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18 Oct 2014
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Gigi Graham, the eldest daughter of Evangelist Billy Graham, shared her impressions of what a true leader looks like during this season’s first Christian Women in Leadership Luncheon hosted by the National Christian Foundation at First Baptist Fort Lauderdale in September. Witnessing her father’s life as a counselor to presidents and heads of state, Gigi said she realized “People are either leaders or followers. Daddy made a decision early on to be a follower of Jesus Christ, and it was a very strategic choice to be a follower first and let God lead.” Speaking of her paternal grandfather, Gigi said, […]

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A Voice for Children

Annette Maraist
14 Oct 2014
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When parents are dealing with drug or alcohol dependency, the children suffer. When parents are under financial pressure or other types of stress, the children suffer. These children often become victims of abuse, neglect or abandonment. Who speaks up for these children when they must be rescued from a bad situation? The Florida Guardian ad Litem Program supports children who have been abused, abandoned or neglected and are involved in Dependency Court proceedings. A Guardian ad Litem attends court proceedings, visits the child every month in his or her home and speaks to the court on the child’s behalf. A […]

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Celebrity Golf and Tennis Classic Benefits FCA

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Supporters of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes gathered for the 8th Annual FCA Celebrity Golf and Tennis Classic September 28 and 29 at the Coral Ridge Country Club in Fort Lauderdale. Wally Armstrong, a PGA touring pro and best-selling author, and Michael Blank, a former NFL player and NCAA Auburn National Champion, headlined the event which raised funds to impact coaches and athletes with the challenge and adventure of receiving Jesus Christ as their Savior and serving. More than 40% of the program’s funding is provided through special events like this. For more information visit www.goldcoastfca.org.

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More than 100,000 Meals Packed for Stop Hunger Now

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First Church Coral Springs along with the international hunger relief agency, Stop Hunger Now, packaged 100,572 meals in September to be distributed throughout the global community. In three hours, 590 volunteers from the congregation, ages eight and above, assembled packages of rice, soy, dehydrated vegetables and flavoring mix with 21 vitamins and minerals. Even children, ages four to seven, participated in a special setting for their age group. According to Pastor Alex, senior pastor, “Stop Hunger Now is about bringing people together to package meals for those who need food the most around the world. It was a fun-filled day […]

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Daytime Radness to Raise Money for Pechonis Family

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On Friday, October 24 Island Water Sports will present Daytime Radness to celebrate the local surf and skate culture while raising funds for the family of Deerfield Beach resident Phil Pechonis, who lost his battle to bladder cancer last month. Proceeds will help pay Phil’s medical bills and help support his wife Megan and their four children; Max (18), Zach (16), Katie (12) and Alex (10). Formerly a pastor at Calvary Chapel and Island Water Sports manager back in the 90s, Phil lived his life to the fullest. He was a walking example on how to live a just life. […]

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Join a Pro-Life Hero during 40-Days for Life

Carol Moore
3 Oct 2014
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In a day of cheesy and flawed sports and entertainment “superheroes,” John Barros is a true hero who is saving the lives of babies. John stands on the public right of way outside the Orlando Women’s Center, a small brick building on an Orlando street dedicated to the murder of at least 100 babies per week, trying to dissuade expectant mothers from aborting their unborn babies. He has carried out this mission full time — nine hours a day, six days a week — since 2010 with no remuneration save the incalculable value of saving lives. He estimates that over […]

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Hope Women’s Centers

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2 Oct 2014
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As one of the highest abortion impact areas in the nation, Broward County is home to 23 known abortion clinics. Last year alone more than 12,000 abortions were reported in the county; however, based on the economics of running an abortion clinic, many experts feel these numbers may be highly under reported, possibly reflecting only those abortions paid for by check or credit card. It also does not include hospitals and doctor’s offices where abortions are performed… [ Read More ] Hope Women’s Centers provide accurate information and compassionate care to women and men facing pregnancy decisions. Their free and […]

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