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Skilled Nursing Facility Cares for Vulnerable Children During Pandemic

While most have embraced the new daily routines of virtual office and distance learning, employees at the only skilled nursing facility dedicated to children in Pompano Beach are redefining terms like strength, hope and love. The medical workers stand firm in their commitment to the children who reside at Children’s Comprehensive Care Center even in a national pandemic. Nurses and therapists continue to work around the clock delivering services to children who need 24 hour medical care.  Those familiar with the facility know that caring for medically fragile children and those living with special needs involves more than medical care. […]

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Community Care Plan Non-Profit Award Winners Announced

In true awards show style, nearly 700 local notables, community leaders and members of the non-profit sector attended the sold-out 10th Annual Community Care Plan Non-Profit Awards presented by Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino and hosted by 211 Broward on Friday, February 28th. The Non-Profit Awards celebrated the inspiring work of Broward County’s non-profit agencies and recognized the individual efforts of outstanding non-profit executive and board leaders.  Over the years, 211 Broward has granted $200,000 back to non-profits through the Non-Profit Awards event. During the Luncheon, the winners of each of the 211 award categories were announced, each receiving an award and $1,000 for their non-profit organization. The finalists in each […]

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First Care Brings Light and Hope to Mothers at Vision Dinner

First Care Women’s Clinic announced its plans to build a one-stop center for maternity care and wellness at a special Vision Dinner held at the Breakers on February 4, 2020. The Vision Dinner committee was led by Angela Williams of Palm Beach, Allie Hanley of Palm Beach, Luciana Vittoria of Palm Beach, Annie Erneston of Singer Island, Denice Simpson of Wellington, Diane Hanlon of Wellington and Holly Boswell of Palm Beach Gardens. The committee and First Care Executive Director Beau Heyman welcomed approximately 60 guests, many who learned about the agency, which assists women who are dealing with crisis pregnancies and empowering them with information and support to keep their babies. The 20/20 Vision and Beyond: Project […]

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Church United Coronavirus Update

As the situation with the Coronavirus continues to develop, Church United desires to help keep the Churches in South Florida informed and connected. On Thursday, March 12 Church United hosted a call with 60+ local pastors, Fort Laudedale Vice Mayor and Broward Health’s Chief Medical Officer to discuss how the Church should be thinking about the coronavirus, our response and impact on Sunday morning expressions. The call recording along with other key church resources are available here: churchunitedfl.com/coronavirus.

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LifeWay develops free coronavirus response training resources for churches

As the coronavirus spreads in the U.S., congregations are facing a situation many have never considered. In response, the LifeWay Leadership team has developed pandemic response resources that are being made available for free to assist pastors and church leaders at MinistryGrid.com/coronavirus. “Pastors are asking questions about how their churches should react to the coronavirus,” said Todd Adkins, director of LifeWay Leadership. “We wanted to provide them with training videos and checklists that are immediately applicable for their congregations.” Adkins maintains churches should have a response plan that can be implemented for more rare instances like the coronavirus, but also […]

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Amidst the Coronavirus Outbreak ‘Helping Your Church Live Stream’ Book Available Free to Houses of Worship 

Paul William Richards has announced that he will be shipping copies of his book, “Helping Your Church Live Stream,” to as many houses of worship as possible during the coronavirus outbreak. Richards is Chief Streaming Officer at PTZOptics, a live streaming camera manufacturer. The book, which was released in 2019, is currently available on Amazon for $8.99. Richards says the effort will help houses of worship stream their weekly services in order for their congregations to avoid large gatherings during the coronavirus outbreak. Worship leaders from around the world including, Pope Francis in Rome, have announced that they will be […]

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Rebuilding Together Broward County Raised $70,000 In Its Inaugural “Black Dresses & Blueprints” Event

On February 6th, 2020, the inaugural Black Dresses and Blueprints event kicked off to raise money on behalf of Rebuilding Together Broward County, a non-profit organization that brings volunteers and communities together to improve the homes and lives of low-income homeowners. The event recognized outstanding women who are leaders within and have made an impact in the construction industry and their community. Honorees included Beth Azor, president and owner of Azor Advisory Services; Debbie Danto, COO and owner of Danto Builders; and Traci Miller, senior vice president and shareholder with Miller Construction. Alexandrea Torti was honored with the Young Rebuilder […]

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Was The Tomb Really Empty?

Christianity is the most verifiable religion in the world; it makes truth claims that can be investigated and demonstrated to be true. As we move toward our celebration of Easter, I have been presenting a capsulized version of my study, Resurrection: Fact or Fiction? We have already discussed the first two of the Four Easter E’s: Exist – Did Jesus Exist? Executed – Was Jesus Executed? Empty Tomb – Was Jesus’ tomb Empty? Eyewitnesses – Were there Eyewitness accounts?   Let’s examine the third E – Was Jesus’ Tomb Empty? On Good Friday, Jesus Christ died on the cross. Most […]

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Love Thy Neighbor Joins Forces With HOPE South Florida To Serve the Homeless

The ministry of the late Humanitarian Arnold Abbott, Love Thy Neighbor is joining forces with HOPE South Florida and will continue to cook and serve delicious and nutritious meals at noon on the 2nd, 4th, and 5th Saturday of every month at HOPE South Florida, located at 1100 N. Andrews Ave., Fort Lauderdale. Their final outdoor feeding was held on February 26 at Fort Lauderdale Beach Park as a tribute to honor the memory of Chef Arnold Abbott, who dedicated many years to feeding the homeless there. Going forward, Love Thy Neighbor will be a regular contributor to HOPE South […]

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Hope Women’s Centers Celebrates Life at Hope Day

Hope Women’s Centers celebrated their first Hope Day on February 8th at Central Broward Regional Park. There were over 100 former and current patients and their children that came out for a day of celebration and fun! There was food, bounce houses, snow cones, and partnering organizations. They also had three professional photographers come out to do family portraits for their Hope Families! Hope Day was all about celebrating life in Broward County! Hope Women’s Centers wants people in Broward County to know that when they come into their clinics, they are not just a patient. They become a part […]

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