Ministry Updates

A good father is one of the most unsung, unpraised, unnoticed, and yet one of the most valuable assets in our society. - Billy Graham

Fathers are mocked in TV sitcoms, declared unnecessary by feminists, and ignored by government social programs, but research and common sense say otherwise.

It's been proven that close father-adolescent bonds produce better grades in school and protect against such negative influences as peer drug use and early sexual activity.  Girls with involved dads are less likely to become pregnant, and boys who report a strong relationship with their father tend to believe that they'll ...

I'm a firm believer that we need to take time to celebrate life. Simply slowing down to enjoy a meal with family and friends on special occasions is important to me, as I'm sure it is for you too! Perhaps that's why I'll most likely spend Independence Day doing just that! In the midst of these family times, however, I also like to think about what makes the day special in the first place. This 4^th of July, as you enjoy the BBQ and fireworks, we invite you to also take time to pay tribute ...

June is a month typically known for graduations, weddings and summer vacations.  But for the Joplin, Missouri community, this June is anything but typical.

For the 50,000 in the small town, June comes with significant losses .  . . neighbors, friends and relatives whose lives were lost in the May 22^nd tornado.

As the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association's Rapid Response Team (RRT) continues to minister in Joplin, they invite you to share with your listeners, a behind-the-scenes glimpse of what they're seeing in Joplin and how they are encouraging the community.

Because it's not always a tornado which ...

It's nearing the end of the school year and parents are growing weary while their children finish up school projects and prepare for final exams.  

Are you feeling weary today . . . maybe not about the school year, but in other areas of your life?

As Dr. Dobson shared at a recent pastor's appreciation gathering, the encouragement to stay in the field is something we may need to be reminded about.

Reflecting on the launch of "Family Talk" in 2010, Dr. Dobson shared about lessons from his father and grandfather regarding the need for heart, principles, sacrifice and obedience  . . . to ...

Are you so busy that you don't take time to really relax?  Why not try focusing on the simple things in life that make you smile?  After a few minutes, you'll find yourself relaxing, and smiling... a good combination!  

Emilie Barnes has a wonderful list of "simple pleasures."  When she begins to feel stressed, she takes a moment to think about the things she enjoys - things that make her smile.   

Here are a few of Emilie's "simple pleasures".  See if they don't make you smile too! 

Feeling the sun on the back of your neck

Sunrise ...

There are things I take for granted. I easily purchase a bottle of water when I'm thirsty, turn the A/C on when I'm hot and video conference my parents (who are in Korea) just to say hello! I normally don't think twice about my actions because it is so common place! The same is true for when I decide to visit the doctor's office. If I don't feel well, I simply call my doctor and schedule an appointment!

Things aren't this 'simple' in Sierra Leone. Ranked 180 out of 182 on the 2009 ...