Giving Multiplied with School Supplies for Children Overseas

As the school year approaches, shoebox packers are making use of back-to-school prices to purchase gifts and essential items for children in need around the world. Residents in Coral Springs are collecting school supplies, along with personal care items and fun toys, to pack in shoeboxes. Operation Christmas Child, a project of Samaritan’s Purse, will deliver these gift-filled shoeboxes to children in more than 100 countries. School Supplies for Children in Need For many children, access to these simple items is essential to an education. This was the case for Justin Thomas, a shoebox recipient in Southeast Asia whose parents […]

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Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) announces Mike Blanc as the Executive VP of Pro & Elite Sports

Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) has announced Mike Blanc as the new Executive Vice President of Pro & Elite Sports. Blanc will start in this role on August 1, 2023, and will spearhead FCA’s global ministry to professional and elite coaches and athletes. Blanc has been on FCA staff for nearly ten years, currently serving as Campus Director at The University of Miami. “When our founder Don McClanen sent letters to 19 individuals to share his vision for sports ministry, most of them were professional athletes. His vision was that these professional athletes would steward their influence for the glory of God,” said […]

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Broward Health Recognizes EMS

EMS Week at Broward Health During EMS Week 2023, held May 21-27, Broward Health Medical Center held a cocktail reception honoring those in the EMS profession and the important work they do in our communities. For more Out & About, visit https://www.goodnewsfl.org/topic/news/local/

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Over $100,000 Donated to Nonprofits for Mental Health Related Services

BBX Capital Foundation presented over $100,000 in grants to seven Broward County nonprofit organizations that provide supportive services to local residents with mental health or co-occurring diagnoses during a Grant Presentation Reception at South Florida Wellness Network on June 20. BBX Capital Foundation partnered with Broward Behavioral Health Coalition (BBHC) who helped coordinate the event and identify the organizations who received the grants. BBHC is Broward County’s local behavioral health managing entity, which is responsible for the contracting, monitoring, clinical quality oversight and performance improvement of the state-funded behavioral health services.  The mental health support nonprofits The seven non-profit organizations […]

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CFC Supports Human Life Protection Amendment

As the deep-pocketed abortion industry and its allies push to enshrine abortion on demand into the Florida Constitution through a multimillion-dollar ballot initiative campaign, Christian Family Coalition (CFC) Florida has announced its support for the competing Human Life Protection Amendment citizens’ petition effort. CFC and Human Life CFC Florida Founder and Executive Director Anthony Verdugo said in an email, “The ballot initiative campaign launched last month by Planned Parenthood, the ACLU and other organizations seeks to reverse all the gains made by the pro-life movement in Florida over the last several years. Not only would their pro-abortion amendment repeal the […]

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Corporate and Church Sponsorship Boosts BiG Cardio 2023

It’s hard to believe that Big Cardio celebrated its 15th year of bringing the community together through a 5K, fitness, sports and fun. The charity event is produced and benefits Big Children’s Foundation, which serves teens in foster group homes and shelters. This year was extra special as three new activities were added: 1-Mile Prayer Walk, a Pickleball Tournament, and Renegade Games — a competitive team relay race through an obstacle course. The activities brought excitement and freshness to the event along with great opportunities for new church and corporate partners.  Partners for Big Cardio Faith partners — Church of […]

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Graduates Celebrate Life Changing Transformation at The Caring Place

Fifty men and women that were formerly homeless walked proudly in cap and gown across a stunningly decorated stage to receive their recognition and diplomas, graduating from a transforming Regeneration Program that took a year or more to complete at The Caring Place 2023 Graduation Ceremony. Transformed by God Families and friends gathered to celebrate this milestone, accompanied by heavenly music, passionate testimonies and a powerful keynote message. The love and joy that permeated the air was truly heartwarming. Following the ceremony, there was an after-party filled with great music and the finest cuisine. It was a time to reflect […]

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First Baptist Church of Fort Lauderdale Appoints David Hughes as Lead Pastor

Fort Lauderdale, FL – June 11, 2023 – First Baptist Church of Fort Lauderdale today appointed Pastor David Hughes as its 18th Lead Pastor. On June 11, the First Baptist congregation unanimously approved Hughes to assume the leadership position at the historic 115-year-old Baptist Church, located in downtown Fort Lauderdale. This appointment also marks a unique collaboration arrangement with Church By the Glades (“CBG”), formerly known as Coral Baptist, where Hughes has been faithfully serving as Lead Pastor for the past 24 years, where both traditional and contemporary services were held for 20 years.   Hughes, who has dedicated his […]

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Mother’s Day Luncheon Raises Funds for Health Mothers Healthy Babies

On May 2nd Healthy Mothers Healthy Babies Coalition of Broward held their 30th Annual Mother’s Day Luncheon, raising a total of $130,977 thanks to incredible support from sponsors such as the Harry T. Mangurian Jr. Foundation and Memorial Healthcare System, as well as donors and attendees. Mother’s Day Luncheon Notable Funders Healthy Mothers, Healthy Babies also recognized outstanding community members who have significantly contributed to the betterment of women, children, and families in Broward County. This group of individuals has each exemplified exceptional kindness, caring sacrifice, and generosity to families and children throughout the community. The honorees received the following […]

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Knox Theological Seminary Graduates 31st Class

Knox Theological Seminary celebrated the commencement of the thirty-first graduating class on Friday, May 12, 2023, hosted by Coral Ridge Presbyterian Church. This year, Knox conferred 43 graduates (not all pictured) who received degrees in Master of Arts in Biblical and Theological Studies, Christian and Classical Studies, Master of Divinity, Doctor of Ministry, and Certificate in Biblical Languages. The commencement address was presented by Ginger Martin, president and CEO of First National Bank, who inspired graduates to maintain the biblical practice of zeal. The full replay of the live stream can be found on the Knox Theological Seminary Facebook page, […]

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