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2 Apr

Raising Three Sons with Autism

By Joni and Friends|2023-11-09T08:21:51-08:00April 2, 2020|For the Church, Podcast|

During this time of "safer at home," many people are experiencing the loneliness of isolation for the first time. But for special needs families, isolation...

2 Apr

All Flesh Is As Grass

By Joni and Friends|2024-01-11T08:57:08-08:00April 2, 2020|1-Minute Radio Program|

Hi, I’m Joni Eareckson Tada and my husband is such a fan of the movie "Top Gun." The other night he was showing me a YouTube video of before and ...

2 Apr

Ministry Is Ongoing!

By Joni and Friends|2023-08-13T15:03:14-07:00April 2, 2020|4-Minute Radio Program|

A few of you have been asking, how’s the ministry doing? Hi, I’m Joni Eareckson Tada, and at Joni and Friends, I'm so grateful, so glad that we are able ...

1 Apr

Grace Meets Us

By Joni and Friends|2023-08-13T15:02:56-07:00April 1, 2020|4-Minute Radio Program|

Hi, I’m Joni Eareckson Tada and I love old Western movies. And maybe you do, too. Movies like “How the West Was Won,” or “She Wore a Yellow Ribbon;” I love that one. And I love John ...

1 Apr

Hospitality For Jessica

By Joni and Friends|2024-01-11T08:57:08-08:00April 1, 2020|1-Minute Radio Program|

Hi, I’m Joni Eareckson Tada, and my friend Jessica is a bright college student. But even though she has maintained a high grade-point average, it has not been easy. Her mind and emotions are influenced by bipolar disorder. ...

31 Mar

Safety Protocols for the Vulnerable and At Risk

By Joni Eareckson Tada|2026-01-06T10:45:20-08:00March 31, 2020|Joni's Posts, News|

Just yesterday I was on the phone with a fellow quadriplegic who asked, “Joni, I’ve got so many caregivers coming and going, and it’s making me nervous...

28 Mar

Lessons of Loneliness: What God Can Teach Us Through COVID-19

By Joni and Friends|2023-11-14T14:32:49-08:00March 28, 2020|For the Church|

Here in Los Angeles, the absence of snarling traffic is normally a welcome change of pace. But today the silence is deafening. Schools, businesses, and...

24 Mar

A Condescending Gospel

By Joni and Friends|2026-01-22T11:29:36-08:00March 24, 2020|For the Church|

If the idea of ministering to people with disabilities has ever made you uncomfortable, let me be the first to give a hearty “amen.” If you could see me...

21 Mar

Down Syndrome: Changing the Conversation

By Joni Eareckson Tada|2026-01-06T10:45:19-08:00March 21, 2020|Joni's Posts|

Today is World Down Syndrome Day and it’s a wonderful day to celebrate people who have an extra 21st chromosome. Yes, I do mean celebrate! According to...

20 Mar

Bringing Hope and the Gospel to the Most Vulnerable Populations

By Joni Eareckson Tada|2026-01-06T10:45:20-08:00March 20, 2020|Joni's Posts, News|

God bless you for your heartfelt prayers and faithful support during these uncertain times. As this COVID-19 virus continues to spread, it’s very easy to…