The Meaning of Illness, Healing, and Wholeness
At age 29 Kay Toombs was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS), an unpredictable disease of the central nervous system that has since caused paralysis and…
17
Aug
15
Aug
Joni and Friends Expands Impact with Opening of New Wheelchair Restoration Center
AGOURA HILLS, CA – August 15, 2023 Joni and Friends, the international disability ministry founded by Joni Eareckson Tada, announces the opening of its newest Wheelchair Restoration Center, located in ...
14
Aug
Rediscovering God’s Goodness at Joni and Friends Retreats & Getaways
At twenty-five years old, Maribeth had big plans for her life: graduate from nursing school, work off school debt, have a healthy baby, and enjoy a “normal...
11
Aug
Volunteer Spotlight: Dr. Charlotte Hollman
Dr. Charlotte Hollman is a well-known pediatric neurologist in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Not only does she trust Jesus and live out her faith daily—she also...
10
Aug
Creating a Peaceful Home: Parenting Wisdom from a Mother of Ten!
Just ask Laura Hernandez, mother of ten! Laura joins the podcast to share gems of parenting wisdom—especially for those raising adopted children and children…
9
Aug
This Family Found Friendship and Acceptance at Family Retreat
This is what parents Samuel and Miriam had to say after bringing their four children to a Joni and Friends Family Retreat for the first time. Both of Samuel...
7
Aug
This Family Found Powerful Encouragement at Family Retreat
Andrea grew up knowing about Joni Eareckson Tada. But disability always seemed like something distant, not something she knew firsthand. Nick and Andrea…
4
Aug
When You Pursue People with Disabilities, You are Pursuing the Heart of God
The word “church” often comes loaded with a lot of feeling, whether positive or negative. But perhaps more dangerously are those for whom “church” is as…
3
Aug
How to Grow through Significant Loss and Grief
Loss came suddenly for Jerry Sittser. In an instant, a tragic car accident claimed three generations of his family: his mother, his wife of 20 years, and...
2
Aug
Joni and Friends Breaks Ground on Unique Disability Center in Brazil
On August 2, 2023, Joni and Friends, a non-profit organization serving people with disabilities, broke ground on a new “Joni’s House” facility in Brazil to...
