God Weaves Stories of Love and Joy at Family Retreat
Ellie’s heart races as the first van pulls up to Family Retreat. It’s Ellie’s first time volunteering with Joni and Friends and she’s been paired...
14
Mar
30
Jan
Sanctity of Human Life
My daughter, Sarah, did not open her eyes for the first six weeks of her life. While in utero, Sarah was diagnosed with Down syndrome, a heart defect...
31
Oct
Be the Change: Celebrating Down Syndrome Awareness Month
I love October. Crisp mornings and hot cider help me welcome autumn. Change is in the air—you can feel it. One of my very favorite things about October...
30
Oct
The Love of God is Transforming Lives Across Thailand
How do you think Jesus works his saving grace into a remote community in Thailand? If you sat down with our friend Yupin over a cup of tea, the unmistakable...
15
Jun
My Daddy’s Determination
Today I’m thinking of my daddy and the sheer determination that characterized so much of his life. As a little girl, I thought him larger than life, up to...
31
May
Joni and Friends Shows Special Needs Families They’re Not Alone
Greg and Angelina have been part of Joni and Friends since 2017. They have five children: Joanna, Mariya, Josiah, Moses, and Gracie. Originally from Ukraine...
29
May
God Has Entrusted Greg and His Wife with Beautiful Souls
I’m the father of three sons on the autism spectrum. They range in age from 25-30, and two are nonverbal. My sons are loving, funny and smart in their own...
27
Apr
The Caregiver Few Expected
More times than not, people with disabilities are the recipients of care from parents, siblings, loved ones, and medical practitioners. This fact of life has...
20
Mar
God Moves in Powerful Ways at Halftime Respite
All families need rest to thrive. But for families living with disability, opportunities for rest can be scarce. Karen and Chad have two...
18
Oct
Elizabeth is Sharing Hope with Other Families Living with Disability
Every donated wheelchair Joni and Friends receives comes with a story—many with a story of loss. But when a wheelchair is given, its original owner’s story...
