Family Retreat Offers Refreshment in New Mexico
Tyler has a rare genetic disorder called metachromatic leukodystrophy. The condition causes the brain and nervous system to progressively lose function…
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Apr
6
Apr
One Family’s Autism Journey Toward Hope and Inclusion
Joni recently interviewed Zach Hubert, the Online Education and Theological Engagement Coordinator at Joni and Friends. “The second-longest title here!” Zach pointed out. When it comes to autism, Zach can ...
1
Apr
Warrior Getaway: A Full Family Immersion of Healing
“Everybody experiences combat differently,” says Matt, who sacrificially served our country in the Army for five years. Two deployments in Iraq as a nuclear...
31
Mar
Volunteers Share the Hope of Jesus at Family Retreat
Reyna is a single mom raising four children alone. Her two oldest, Belen (19) and Leo (17), have a rare genetic disorder that impacts every aspect of their…
30
Mar
Susannah’s First Steps Made Possible by Wheels for the World
When Susannah was born with Down syndrome, doctors told her parents, “You have a special child, and there is nothing we can do for her.” For six years…
29
Mar
Special Needs Families Find Hope and Healing at Family Retreat
Jaisha is 23 years old and has Dandy Walker Malformation, which is a cyst in the back of her brain. The condition has caused hydrocephalus, seizures, and…
28
Mar
The Lord Saves Those Who Are Crushed In Spirit
Felicity has a variety of disabilities. She’s non-verbal and has a visual impairment, intellectual disability, and developmental delays. Stephanie, Felicity...
25
Mar
What Lies Ahead for Ukrainian Refugees with Disabilities?
In Ukraine, a rush to the border continues. The United Nations Refugee Agency says over 3.5 million people have fled Ukraine since the Russian invasion began. More than two million ...
23
Mar
What’s Happening to People With Disabilities in War-Torn Ukraine?
March 24th marks a full month of war in Ukraine. Amid this crisis, Joni and Friends has committed to working with our in-country partners in Ukraine and surrounding countries to ...
21
Mar
Learning How to be Part of God’s Family
“Even so the body is not made up of one part but many…. If one part suffers, every part suffers with it; if one part is honored, every part rejoices ...
