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Students Recognized with Step Up For Students Rising Star Awards

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3 Jun 2024
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Living Water Christian Academy celebrated the remarkable achievements of three exceptional students, Khloe Deraco, Ava Gunter, and Lucas Torres recently. These bright stars have been nominated and chosen to shine brilliantly at the prestigious Step Up For Students Rising Star Awards Ceremony! Khloe stands out for her incredible growth in reading, Ava’s heart of gold and exemplary character make her dazzle, and Lucas shines with his outstanding prowess in mathematics! Their dedication, hard work, and talent have earned them this well-deserved recognition. Dr. Amanda Torres, Principal, said, “We are immensely proud of their accomplishments and the positive impact they’ve made […]

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Knox Seminary Graduates Encouraged to Cultivate Trust

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The 32nd Commencement Ceremony at Knox Theological Seminary was held on Friday, May 10, 2024 at Coral Ridge Presbyterian Church in Fort Lauderdale. Highlighting this year’s commencement was guest speaker Rev. Bill Mitchell, CEO of City Lead. Rev. Mitchell spoke powerfully on the importance of cultivating trust as Christian leaders in our time. Friday’s commencement also featured Knox’s largest graduating class of Doctoral students in the history of the school. Knox is proud to be a choice institution that meets the growing needs of professional and practical equipping among ministry leaders from around the world. Other degrees conferred on Friday […]

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Have You Received Your Divine Degree?

Dr. Tommy Boland
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“You must be born again” (John 3:7). Every year graduating high school seniors head off to college in search of a degree that will help open doors of opportunity and pathways of possibility in their chosen field of study. Some pick a particular course of study and pursue it to completion. Others change direction along the way until they find where they fit. But did you know that there is a degree that is available to everyone of any age that transcends what is offered by any college or university? It’s a B.A. from the College of Christ – Born […]

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6 Ways to Engage Your Teen in Healthy Spiritual Rhythms 

Rob Hoskins
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With the school bells dismissing kids for summer, the break in normal routine begs the question — how can we, as parents, grandparents, guardians and mentors, use this time strategically to encourage the next generation to engage in healthy spiritual habits in every season?  In OneHope’s Global Youth Culture study, when focusing on data from North America, more than half of surveyed teens said they were Christians, but only 8% displayed traits of engaging in healthy spiritual formation habits, like regularly reading the Bible.  The formative teenage years usher in challenging questions as young people wrestle with direction for their lives, what […]

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Tebow Draws Crowds to Youth for Christ Gala

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Youth for Christ Miami and Broward hosted their “Be The Story” banquet at First Baptist Fort Lauderdale on May 2nd, where 400 guests were treated to a phenomenal message by former NFL quarterback and motivational speaker, Tim Tebow. A Miami banquet was also held in April, featuring inspirational student testimonies and breakdance performances by Catalyst hip-hop volunteers! Tia Diaz-Balart, Executive Director of Youth for Christ, said, “The success of both events has been truly uplifting, not only in raising awareness but also in providing vital support for the nearly 5,000 youths we serve across Miami and Broward counties. This will […]

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From Local Student to Global Scholar:  The Transformative Power of a Christian Education

Dr. Debra A. Schwinn
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Palm Beach Atlantic University (PBA) has a distinguished track record of fostering international scholars, exemplified by its continued success in prestigious global scholarship programs. In the last seven years alone, PBA alumni have received 17 Fulbright awards. This year, three exceptional graduates — Brody Eldridge, Niang Thang and Kyla Gates — earned the Fulbright English Teaching Assistant (ETA) award. Their achievements will enable them to serve as cultural ambassadors in various countries during the 2024-25 academic year. Additionally, Dr. Ariel Viale, a professor of finance at PBA, received a Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program award to conduct research and teach in […]

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Billy Graham Statue Unveiled in U.S. Capitol

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A statue of the late Rev. Billy Graham was unveiled in the U.S. Capitol for the first time on May 16. “My father would be a little uncomfortable with this being here because he would want the focus to be on the One that he preached. He’d want the focus to be on the Lord Jesus Christ, the Son of God,” Franklin Graham, son of Billy Graham and president and CEO of the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association and Samaritan’s Purse, told the crowd gathered in the National Statuary Hall. “Our family is honored that our earthly father will be here […]

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2024 Vacation Bible School Guide

Shelly Pond
30 May 2024
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Churches throughout South Florida have planned spectacular Vacation Bible School (VBS) programs for children in the community to learn about godly virtues through creative, fun activities, such as games, Bible study, adventure times, movies, music and more. Check with your home church to see what they have planned or choose from the following VBS dates, times and locations listed in order of camp date.   Grace Church Boca VBS 600 West Camino Real, Boca Raton June 3 – 7, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. graceboca.org/grace-kids   Living Water Community Church VBS 1501 Riverland Rd, Fort Lauderdale, June 10 – 14 […]

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House of Protection Celebrates 20 Years of Dedicated Service

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14 May 2024
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In February of 2002, the Lord gave Suzanne Marcellus, CEO/Founder, a vision. In it, she saw a safe space where children in need could receive counseling, become better educated, and explore extracurricular activities/programs. A space that would serve as a nurturing home and training ground to develop youth who live righteous, joyful and peaceful lives with God at their center. Youth equipped with the tools and experience to become positive influencers in their communities.  House of Protection, 20 Years of Service Since its establishment in May 2004, their staff and volunteers have worked diligently to bring this vision to fruition. […]

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I’m A Girl

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I’m a girl. I’m supposed to care about pretty things. Shoes, fashion, style. And all I talk about is Israel and Jews. Why? Because I have PTSD. Because I grew up in bomb shelters hiding from whistling bombs over my head from our neighbors. Because I grew up with intifadas – stabbing, killing, suicide bombings…with exploding coffee shops, malls, busses, non-stop all around me. Because my grandparents escaped the holocaust at 13 years old when their entire family was murdered. Because my dad’s tank exploded in a war and all his friends died virgins at 18. Because at 18, I […]

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