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3 Jun

Kingdom Work

By Joni Eareckson Tada|2024-02-19T10:41:32-08:00June 3, 2019|Joni's Posts|

I’m the kind of person who loves goals – when goals are met, it tells me we are making great progress! Four years ago, I asked you to join me in reaching an...

20 Mar

No Longer on the Island of Disability

By Shauna Amick|2024-02-17T08:36:55-08:00March 20, 2019|Inspiration, Stories|

God sets the lonely in families (Psalm 68:6). This looks different for each person, of course. For me, my husband, and our children… Well, we felt isolated and alone – ...

2 Dec

December Star Kid: Katie

By Joni and Friends|2015-12-02T00:00:00-08:00December 2, 2015|News|

At eight years old, Katie had to learn how to walk all over again. Her nerves started having trouble sending messages to her brain, so instead of walking normally, she ...

22 Jan

Wanna Know What Happens at Family Retreat?

By Joni and Friends|2023-08-28T08:26:16-07:00January 22, 2015|Family Retreats|

FRIENDS! Volunteers are the heart of Family Retreat. What does it take to serve? A willing heart and a loving pair of hands. In one short week, God can use...

24 Oct

Three More Tips for Babysitting Kids with Disabilities

By Joni and Friends|2014-10-24T00:00:00-07:00October 24, 2014|News|

This week Kids’ Corner has been talking about babysitting kids who have special needs. Read Monday’s post and Wednesday’s post to catch up! 1. Ask lots of questions. If one ...

23 Oct

Children with Disabilities and Bullying

By Joni and Friends|2014-10-23T00:00:00-07:00October 23, 2014|News|

This week, Joni's been talking about bullying and it's because October is National Bullying Prevention Month. Although many children are bullied, those with disabilities or special needs are at higher ...

22 Oct

Four Tips for Babysitting Kids with Disabilities

By Joni and Friends|2014-10-22T00:00:00-07:00October 22, 2014|News|

This week we are sharing tips for babysitting kids who have special needs. Read Monday’s post here. 1. Do your research. If you know what kind of disability the child ...

20 Oct

Nick Vujicic Speaks on Bullying

By Joni and Friends|2014-10-20T00:00:00-07:00October 20, 2014|News|

Sometimes, children can be mean. Most of us have all experienced bullying or teasing at some point in our lives, especially as kids. Maybe you were called a "nerd," or ...

20 Oct

Babysitting Kids with Disabilities

By Joni and Friends|2014-10-20T00:00:00-07:00October 20, 2014|News|

Do you know a family where the parents could really use a break? Are you looking for ways to earn a little money? Whether you are old enough to babysit ...

13 Oct