The Journey of a Mother Raising a Son with Down Syndrome
It wasn’t until the third ultrasound of Roberta’s pregnancy that she and her husband Steve got the news… you’re going to have twins. They were born a week...
9
May
7
May
Imelda’s Story of New Faith and Purpose
Working as a physical therapist at a rehab center in Ciudad de México, Imelda spent her days helping people recover...
5
May
A Veteran’s Life Transformed by the Love of Christ
JB’s mother gave birth to him at age 15 and he never met his father. He was adopted by his grandparents, but life with them was volatile. His stepfather...
2
May
From Rejection to Belonging: A Life Transformed in Thailand
At the rough, mountainous border between Thailand and Myanmar, a man name Janga once lived as an outcast. Unstable on his feet because of his physical...
28
Apr
A Life of Service: How Volunteers Are Spreading God’s Love and Hope in the Disability Community
Our Joni’s House East St. Louis team first met Joni Oberhauser, her husband Mark, and their children through their pastor. Already deeply committed...
25
Apr
Life and Faith with Autism
As someone living with autism attending church can sometimes be challenging. Loud music, bright lights, and the busy atmosphere can easily overwhelm me...
23
Apr
Our Volunteers Demonstrate the Love of Jesus Worldwide
At Joni and Friends, 98% of our ministry programs around the world come to life through the Christlike love and dedication of volunteers… like Jonathan...
21
Apr
Serving with a Heart Full of Faith: A Volunteer’s Journey of Love and Purpose
Cindy first heard about Joni and Friends while serving as a home health and hospice volunteer. Walking alongside a family whose two sons had...
15
Apr
Finding Love, Acceptance, and Friendship at Family Retreat
It had been a long day. But for a moment, sitting poolside during her child’s swimming lesson, Lea got to compare notes with a fellow mom named Pam...
9
Apr
Serving with Love: The Heart of a Volunteer in God’s Mission
The Lord’s call to Deb Butcher came through the radio… in a spot promoting Joni and Friends Family Retreats in her area in 2001. She had been looking for a...