Josh…Master Chess Player
Meet Josh who attended our recent Family Retreat in Minnesota – he has cerebral palsy, uses a 3-wheeled scooter, and is pretty much limited in speech. All week long Josh ...
29
Aug
29
Aug
Wake Up!
(Today we learn more about autism from Kids’ Corner guest blogger Samuel. Samuel is 17 years old and has autism. He recently learned to communicate through a letter board. Learn ...
28
Aug
Artwork Thursday
Today is the last day of Artwork Thursdays. But don’t worry kids, we would love to see your art anytime! Thank you, Jodie, for sharing your lovely drawing with us. ...
27
Aug
Join Me at the TNG Conference!
These days, one look at CNN or Fox News makes you think, Is the world splitting apart at the seams?! Agents of evil seem to be mounting a furious assault ...
27
Aug
Romania Photo Album
Have you ever wondered what an International Family Retreat looks like? Then flip through our photo album from last year's Family Retreat in Romania! But before you do, take a ...
26
Aug
Trivia Tuesday
Our summer of Trivia Tuesday is coming to an end. The answer to last week’s question is the International Disability Center. Sometimes it is just called the IDC. There is ...
25
Aug
The Amazing Maisy
Six-year-old Maisy Grace was the life of the party at the recent Joni and Friends Family Retreat in Minnesota (her joy was contagious and Ken and I could not keep ...
25
Aug
Family Retreats go International!
As you know, Joni and Friends hosts Family Retreats all throughout the United States… but we don’t stop there! With so many families affected by disabilities worldwide and with the ...
25
Aug
6 Back to School Ideas
1. Ask God if there is someone new to your school who could use a friend like you.2. Watch the Friendship Adventure videos for ideas on how to be a ...
23
Aug
Relaxing at Family Retreat
Tom Foty is the father of a daughter with cerebral palsy -- but Tom and his wife Wendy also serve as leaders for the Joni and Friends Minnesota Family Retreat. ...