Father’s Day Gift Ideas!
Father’s Day is just around the corner, and we’ve got some great gift ideas to help you show your dad how much he means to you on this special day! ...
30
May
30
May
Because He Lives
When chronic pain begins to wear me out, I have a remedy. So does my friend, Gracie Rosenberger who also lives with constant pain (hers is worse, but we won’t ...
29
May
Victory Through Defeat
Often the Christian faith is contrary to our natural way of thinking. Stan Jones, a missionary to India, said that neither Hindu karma nor Muslim kismet could bring about change ...
26
May
Summer Institute on Theology and Disability
Collaborating with ministry partners is a big deal at Joni and Friends. Ephesians 4:16 says that “As each part [of Christ’s body] does its own special work, it helps the ...
23
May
Earning Your Advanced Degree
Next month my nephew, Cody, is graduating from high school. I can hardly believe he’s virtually a young adult – time sure does go by fast. But Cody has worked ...
19
May
Growing Together
Preparations for Family Retreats are in full swing at Joni and Friends. Excitement is building, and so are our teams. Every year, many of the volunteers who served at past ...
17
May
Heaven Sent Messages
Often my best times of "waiting on the Lord" happen when I am waiting in busy airports, whether for a delayed flight or late baggage. When everything is noisy, harried ...
16
May
Things to Do While on Bed Rest
“Bed rest” is a general term used when your health care practitioner wants you to limit your activities. For some, it means just getting off your feet every couple of ...
12
May
Mown Field
The fragrance of newly cut green grass is the scent of summer coming, and I love it. When I was a girl growing up on a Maryland farm, I’d climb ...
12
May
A Mother’s Growing Faith
Being a special needs mom presents unique hardships and challenges. Children affected by disability often require constant assistance, which can quickly bring feelings of exhaustion, helplessness, and discouragement. Watch as ...