Courageous young woman who became the first pilot without arms says, "Many "normal" people suffer from a true disability, lack of faith in themselves." … [Read more...]
Stories of Hope and New Life from Across the World
January 13, 2010 By
I’ve recently learned about an organization called, “Partners International” which partners with many missionary minded ministries, some of which happen to work with people with disabilities. They sent me these two stories to share with our … [Read more...]
sarah-dancing in the rain
November 20, 2009 By
Like any other expectant parents, in the early morning hours of that April Spring day in 1983, Kathy and Terry were eagerly waiting the birth of their first child. In a very brief moment, their lives were changed forever. Little Sarah was born with … [Read more...]
robert-behind every facade
October 7, 2009 By
The campers had gone home, our Joni and Friends staff had packed up our things, all traces of Family Retreat were put away until I walked into the office of the conference center the next morning. My husband and I were staying on an extra week in … [Read more...]
grandma’s gertie
September 10, 2009 By
Submitted by Heide My name is Heide and I am the proud new Grandmother of a beautiful little girl, Gertie. She is my first Grandchild. I love her more than words can fully express. My Granddaughter is beautiful, smart, and happy & I am … [Read more...]
sheila- unwrapping the gift
June 18, 2009 By
My job at Joni and Friends Family Retreat is to coordinate the volunteers (Short Term Missionaries, STMs) and oversee many of the activities. On the second to last day at camp in June of 2008, it was crazy hair day and a young teenager girl, … [Read more...]
Patrick Henry Hughes- I Am Potential
May 25, 2009 By
Patrick Henry Hughes was born with a rare genetic disorder that left him without eyes and physically disabled. But he was also blessed with exceptional musical talent … [Read more...]
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