If you live in South Florida, statistics show that you live within 10 miles of a modern day slave (hepzibahhouse.org). Sadly, our Sunshine state is a land of darkness for many, as Florida hosts the third highest population of trafficked individuals in the United States. Sound too farfetched? Consider some of these shocking realities: There are more slaves today than at any other time in history. There are an estimated 250,000 slaves in the U.S.A. There are an estimated 27 million slaves worldwide (most believe this to be underestimated). The average age for a trafficked individual is 13. The average […]

Join thousands of fellow believers for a free day of faith, family, fellowship and fun on Saturday, October 12 for the inaugural PraiseFest 2013, presented by the Good News. PraiseFest is a free event taking place from 12:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. at the beautiful Meyer Ampitheater in downtown West Palm Beach, bringing together the body of Christ for one purpose…praise! Obedient to the call The Kingdom Title sponsor underwriting this year’s event is the Law Office of Theresa Bennett. Ms. Bennett describes why she felt moved to help make this vision a reality, “Well, first and foremost, when the […]

By: BJ Benkhen This year, Youth for Christ (YFC) celebrates 65 years of ministry in Miami at the Miami WILD Run & Fun Walk at Zoo Miami on Saturday, November 9. “This is a unique opportunity for the Christian community to support missions in their own backyard. We are dedicated to taking Jesus to youth outside of the church, and excited to celebrate God’s continued work in such a diverse, transient city,” says YFC Executive Director Bonnie Rodriguez. “The Miami WILD Run & Fun Walk is a way for us to get together, have fun, and share with the community […]

As the holiday season approaches, it is time to get off the couch and set a fitness goal. One way to motivate yourself to get fit is to select a fun event and train for it. Better yet, invite a friend or family member to do it with you. If you really want to get serious, go online and pay for the event ahead of time. Below are some upcoming local events. Most raise money for an important cause. These are great opportunities to serve others while increasing your fitness level and staying healthy. More information on each of these […]

PraiseFest 2013 takes center stage downtown West Palm  to glorify God at the Meyer Amphitheater on October 12. When God first gave gospel singer, David Hugo, the vision for PraiseFest several years ago it came during personal times of struggle. After attending a prayer meeting with Evangelist Rienhard Bonnke, whose African crusades have led millions to a closer walk with God, Hugo knew as believers in Jesus Christ we face many struggles but with God all things are possible. ”The vision of PraiseFest has come under much attack from the enemy. Even so, the Lord has opened doors that no […]

Former Miami Dolphin linebacker, and the 2013 solo inductee to the ‘Fins Ring of Honor, John Offerdahl, will once again be the celebrity host for the 7th Annual FCA Celebrity Golf and Tennis fundraising event presented by the Good News. The event is set for Monday, September 30 at the beautiful Coral Ridge Country Club in Fort Lauderdale. Offerdahl will share his testimony at the Awards Luncheon of how he accepted Christ as a young man at an FCA Huddle. Offerdahl played for the Dolphins from 1986-1993, during which time he was named to five straight Pro Bowls, as well […]

Graffiti is literally everywhere in South Florida. Bus stops, warehouses, billboards, train cars and more are easy targets for area youth to vandalize. Recently, graffiti tagging became front page news when Miami Beach police used a tazer on Israel Hernandez-Llach after pursuing him for vandalizing an abandoned building with graffiti. Hernandez died as a result of that incident, sparking widespread outcry and protests over an alleged use of excessing force by the officers. But what if Hernandez had a safe and legal venue through which to express his graffiti art? Could this tragedy have been avoided? Local woman Karyne Laurent, […]

A child’s first night in foster care is a confusing and fearful moment in time. The best word I can use to describe that moment is vulnerable. I wish everyone could witness that moment so they could grasp both the depth of helplessness and sorrow of a broken family, as well as the power and comfort of a Christian family. I know for certain that if you witnessed those first few moments, it would change you forever. That’s what happened to a new foster family I talked to recently. They told me about their anxiety-filled car ride to pick up […]