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Leading Sexual Integrity Apologist, Sy Rogers, Dies at 63

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23 Apr 2020
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Sy Rogers, a leading apologist on sexuality, died in Orlando on Sunday, April 19, 2020, at 63 after battling kidney cancer for eight months. This was his second bout with cancer. He had been in remission for five years.   Regarded as a gifted communicator, Sy’s teaching ministry spanned over three decades and reached across six continents. Sy was a popular conference speaker in evangelical circles and his seminars and speaking events were conducted interdenominationally for leadership events, Bible colleges, youth festivals, counselor training, women’s conferences, and men’s events. Sy was also an award-winning talk show host. In 1996, Sy was […]

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Hope Rising Event Raises $1.6 Million for Samaritan’s Purse COVID-19 Relief

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22 Apr 2020
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TAMPA, Fla., April 21, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — A stellar line up of Christian artists and speakers came together on Sunday, April 19 for a special Facebook Live event, Hope Rising, in support of the relief efforts of Samaritan’s Purse as they help save lives and share the Gospel during the COVID-19 pandemic. Hope Rising creator, Ryan Higgins of The Tempus Collaborative, revealed the event garnered an estimated 10 million viewers (4 million unique views) and raised 1.6 million dollars. “It’s important to know 100% of the money raised went to Samaritan’s Purse for their ongoing COVID-19 work,” says Higgins. “Amazingly we […]

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Finding Hope in Turbulent Times

Robyn Wilk
15 Apr 2020
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We are in a situation right now where we need hope. We need something to look forward to. We need something beyond our current situation. Most, if not all of us, have had to cancel any plans for vacation, travel, parties, sporting events, children’s events, family reunions and many other things. It is easy to put our hope in things we look forward to. Some have been out of a job for a while or just lost their job in the past few weeks. If you are an investor, you’ve most likely lost money in the stock market. It is […]

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Feeding South Florida® Respond to COVID-19 Crisis Needs, Seeks Volunteers & Donations

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2 Apr 2020
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The leading domestic hunger-relief organization in South Florida, Feeding South Florida® is working diligently to respond to the COVID-19 crisis and the rapidly evolving and increased food needs of those who are food insecure in South Florida. “As with every response to an emergency, Feeding South Florida is ready to serve, but we need the community’s support more now than ever!” said Paco Vélez, president and CEO of Feeding South Florida. “With volunteer cancellations, distribution networks shutting down, and the global threat diminishing resources, community help is imperative. Please take this opportunity to donate, volunteer, and help us in many other ways.” While the organization is in dire need of […]

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Church by the Glades Gives Away 5,000 Rolls of Toilet Paper

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To ease the burden so many folks are carrying while working, caring for their families, and finding supplies, along with practicing social distancing, Church by the Glades gave away 5,000 rolls of toilet paper on March 20 at their church in Coral Springs. Pastor David Hughes, lead pastor of Church by the Glades, said, “During times like these, we believe the last thing people should be worried about are basic needs, like having enough toilet paper. So Church by the Glades is here to meet physical and spiritual needs during this hectic time.” The individually-wrapped rolls of toilet paper were […]

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Faith Online

Rob Hoskins
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Word travels faster in our world than it ever has before, thanks to technology. Through the COVID-19 pandemic, the world is leveraging digital means to stay connected. Nightly news hosts film specials from their living rooms, social media influencers encourage social distancing, and the Church utilizes online platforms to conduct services. If you’re a parent or guardian, you are likely helping your child navigate online learning. While keeping up with schoolwork is important, technology can also be used to increase Scripture engagement during this prolonged time spent at home.   The Bible App for Kids The Bible App for Kids, created […]

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Gene L. Green, PhD Appointed Dean of Trinity International University Florida

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Trinity International University welcomes Dr. Gene L. Green as the Dean of Trinity Florida. Before coming to Trinity Florida he taught New Testament for twenty three years at Wheaton College and Graduate School. Previously he served for thirteen years in the Dominican Republic and Costa Rica where he was Professor of New Testament as well as Academic Dean and Rector of the Seminario ESEPA in San José. Dr. Green is a graduate of Wheaton College and Graduate School and the University of Aberdeen in Scotland.  Dr. Green steps into the role as Dean of Trinity Florida at a time of […]

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Health Crisis Sparks Unity And Innovation

Shelly Pond
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As the Centers for Disease Control has suspended large gatherings to stop the spread of Covid-19 and flatten the Coronavirus Curve, church and ministry leaders have scrambled to online formats, finding creative ways to meet needs and cultivating community online while maintaining physical distance. Although large multi-site churches have been livestreaming their services for some time, Rachel Feuerborn, a spokesperson for YouVersion’s The Bible App, said their free Church Online Platform saw record-breaking attendance for the weekend of March 14-15, helping churches in countries around the world stream church services to 4.7 million unique devices, which is four times the […]

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‘The Return:’ A Movement for Thousands to Pray for Repentance on The Washington Mall, Sept. 26

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Jonathan Cahn, Dr. James Dobson, Pat Robertson, Ann Graham Lotz, Alveda King, Kevin Jessip and Many More Join for ‘The Day of Return’—a National and Global Day of Prayer and Repentance NEW YORK—Many people around the nation believe that America has been given a critical window of opportunity to repent and return to God. To that end, thousands will gather on the Washington Mall to participate in a movement called “The Return,” set for Sept. 26, 2020, in Washington, D.C., to pray for the sake of our nation and its people.   Jonathan Cahn, New York Times best-selling author of “The Harbinger,” “The Paradigm,” “The Book of Mysteries” […]

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Roaring 1920’s Gumshoes & Dolls Soiree Benefits A Child Is Missing

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1 Apr 2020
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A hot time in the old town was had at The Historic Maxwell Room in Fort Lauderdale at a Roaring 1920’s Gumshoes & Dolls Soiree on February 29. Jim Jensen, former Miami Dolphin, was chairperson of the gala. “Through A Child Is Missing’s Child Safety Education Program over 91,000 children have been taught personal safety, anti-bullying techniques and internet safety.  Proceeds from the evening will benefit A Child is Missing’s Child Safety Education Program,” according to Chairman Jim Jensen.  Robert Pappas, Principal of Gulfstream Academy of Hallandale Beach was honored as the 2020 Child Advocate of the Year.  The Roaring […]

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