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Avanti Way Partners with TECHO to end poverty

The Good News
1 Mar 2016
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Overcoming extreme poverty is an everyday struggle for millions of families; however, more than 80,000 volunteers work with TECHO to change these conditions every year. Founded in 1997 in Chile, TECHO is now present in 19 countries of Latin America and the Caribbean where it has worked with more than 670 communities aiming to permanently eradicate poverty. Luciana Neveleff & Maria Gabriela Tedesco, of Avanti Way Realty, said, “We are committed to this extraordinary social cause by giving 10% of our proceeds to help build homes for families in need through our alliance with TECHO.” TECHO promotes the development of […]

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BiG Cardio 2016 Adds Two Events for Even Bigger Impact

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BiG Cardio will be back on Saturday, May 7, and it’s going to be bigger than ever! Added to the activities of previous events, the 9th Annual BiG Cardio will have a 100K road cycle, youth soccer clinics, and a CEO Challenge that participants won’t want to miss. And to allow for a greater focus on growing the event to benefit even more children, BiG Cardio will now be produced by BiG Children’s Foundation (BCF), a registered 501 (c) 3 non-profit organization headed up by long-time 4KIDS staff member and advocate, Joyce Feldman. “BCF and 4KIDS are excited about the […]

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In life and death, Scalia changed the Supreme Court

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Supreme Court Justice Antonin Scalia, the leader of the court’s conservative wing and an intellectual powerhouse, died on Feb. 13 at age 79, sending shock waves through the legal and political spheres. Scalia was the longest serving member of the current court. He appeared to have died from natural causes at a West Texas resort, according to reports. “I don’t think there’s much doubt he was the dominant figure on the court,” said former Circuit Judge Michael McConnell, who had Scalia as a professor in law school and later argued at least eight cases before him at the Supreme Court. […]

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CityTalks Will Bring Leaders Together After Mayor’s Prayer Breakfast

Shelly Pond
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When people unite, they drive change. Now for the second year, CityTalks will bring city leaders together with the faith-based community and business professionals to spark conversation and ignite change in our community. The conversation begins on Thursday, March 31, immediately following the 54th Annual Mayor’s Prayer Breakfast at the Broward County Convention Center. While the prayer breakfast is a way to unite and encourage our community to affirm, support and pray for our city leaders, CityTalks hopes to engage leaders to create an impact in South Florida in key areas where there are substantial felt needs. The initiative is […]

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Miracles from Heaven is a Powerful and Emotional Success

Finley Walker
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“There are only two ways to live your life. One is as though nothing is a miracle. The other is as though everything is a miracle” (unknown, but most commonly attributed to Albert Einstein). From Affirm Films (“Heaven is for Real” and “Risen”) comes another inspiring testimony: “Miracles from Heaven.” “Miracles from Heaven” is based on the true story of the Beam family as they encounter God’s unfailing love and constant presence during an incredible journey from hardship to healing.   How do you explain the impossible? How do you explain… a miracle? The question is posed in the opening […]

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Q Commons Explores Cultural Topics and Advances Good in South Florida

Edwin Copeland
19 Feb 2016
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Take a look around South Florida…what do you see?Some see beauty – roadways lined with palm trees, breathtaking sunsets, endless beach, perfect weather, leading philanthropy, attractive people, yachts, cruise ships, expensive cars, a thriving economy and carefree smiles of people from across the world saying, “hello Sunny!” Others see brokenness. Income inequality – impoverished low-income housing across the street from a Ferrari dealership. A homeless epidemic – men and women with small children standing on street corners asking for a meal and safe shelter. An overtaxed foster care system – sirens wailing, first responders removing children from their homes. Overburdened […]

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Study Reveals Changing Attitudes and Behaviors on Pornography—Especially Among Young Adults

The Good News
2 Feb 2016
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The increasing impact and reach of pornography in the digital age cannot be overstated. In “The Porn Phenomenon: A Comprehensive New Survey on Americans and Pronography,” compiled by the Barna Group, the research reveals a younger and younger exposure to pornography, increased desensitization and an escalating usage of pornography. These results are particularly evident among teens and young adults and reach into the Christian church as well. Detailed survey findings of the study were announced at a news conference on January 19th; however, abbreviated highlights of the survey include the following: More than one quarter (27%) of young adults ages […]

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Celebrating the Daughters of the King

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One of the most exciting times in the life of a man is when he is told he is going to be a father. The most terrifying time in the life of a man is when he is told he is going to have a daughter. From the moment she is born, this little girl that God has perfectly created holds the keys to our hearts and there is not one day that goes by that we don’t worry about them. A mother’s love for them is one thing, but they are and will forever be, “Daddy’s Little Princesses.” From […]

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One Local Ministry Provides an Oasis for those Impacted by HIV/AIDS

Terry Morrow
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Florida ranked first among the 50 states in the number of HIV diagnoses in 2013, and despite the lingering stigma associated with the disease, one ministry is providing an Oasis for those impacted by the disease. According to Aids.gov (2016), over 12 million people in the United States are living with HIV and about 1 in 8 or 12.8 percent do not realize they have it. The incidence of HIV infection has remained somewhat consistent with approximately 50,000 new cases diagnosed per year. Approximately 1 in 4 or 25 percent of those new infections are among youth age 13-24, and […]

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Making a Difference for Life

Tewannah Aman
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Last September Denise sat in an abortion clinic on Oakland Park Boulevard. Financial pressure and embarrassment took her there.  “I was determined. I mean, I don’t believe in abortion. But I was facing a situation.” So she told herself, “Okay, I’m going to get this done.” Surrounded by the clinic’s bare walls on a Saturday morning, she filled out paperwork and grew anxious. “I saw my life flash before me.” She walked out to the parking lot and spotted four people talking with the friend who brought her. “And I’m like, ‘Are you kidding me? Right now?’”They told Denise they were […]

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