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By Kelly Wise Valdes

Pat Robertson Steps Down From Te 700 Club

Religious broadcaster Pat Robertson is retiring from his Christian Broadcasting Network’s long-running Te 700 Club program. Te white-haired televangelist, pioneer Christian media mogul and one-time Republican presidential candidate made the announcement in October on the 60th anniversary of CBN’s frst broadcast.

Robertson, who is 91, sufered a stroke in 2018 but appeared to rebound. His announcement said he’ll focus on teaching students at Regent University, the school he founded in 1977.

Robertson’s conservative and charismatic brand of Christianity had an appeal among many evangelicals. Robertson’s son, Gordon, will take over as full-time host of Te 700 Club. Robertson will still appear on a monthly interactive episode of Te 700 Club to answer viewer emails.

Highly Anticipated Film Of Bestselling Novel Redeeming Love Set For January 2022 Release

Redeeming Love is based on the novel by Francine Rivers, which is a retelling of the biblical love story of Gomer and Hosea. Te internationally bestselling novel has remained on multiple fction bestseller lists for over 15 years and has been published in more than 30 languages. Rivers, a New York Times bestselling author of over 30 books, worked hard to ensure the screenplay stayed true to its roots.

Tis flm is a powerful and timeless love story that takes place against the backdrop of the California Gold Rush of 1850. Te story centers on Angel, who was sold into prostitution as a child. She has survived through hatred and self-loathing, until she meets Michael Hosea and discovers there is no brokenness that love can’t heal. Te story refects the redemptive power of unconditional and sacrifcial love with characters and circumstances relevant to the contemporary world.

Follow the movie on Twitter @ RedeemingLove, Instagram @redeeminglovemovie and Facebook @redeeminglovefilm or visit www.redeeminglovemovie.com.

Hymn Writers Keith And Kristyn Getty Release Ofcial Music Video For “It Is Well With My Soul”

Getty Music today released the ofcial music video for Keith and Kristyn Getty’s new rendition of the timeless hymn, “It Is Well With My Soul.” Te song is featured in the upcoming flm Sabina: Tortured for Christ, the Nazi Years, which shares the inspiring, true story of Sabina (Oster) Wurmbrand and her husband, Richard, who founded Te Voice of the Martyrs (VOM), an interdenominational mission’s organization that serves persecuted Christians around the world.

Sabina: Tortured for Christ, the Nazi Years will premiere in theaters nationwide Monday-Wednesday, November 8-10 following the observance of International Day of Prayer for Persecuted Christians. To listen to “It Is Well With My Soul” on streaming services, visit https:// va.lnk.to/itiswell.

Families Of Diferent Faiths Swap Houses In New Show Home Sweet Home

Filmmaker Ava DuVernay has made a career of taking people into unfamiliar—even uncomfortable—places. Now, she’s inviting people inside the homes of those who may seem very diferent from them.

Tat’s the concept of DuVernay’s frst unscripted TV series, Home Sweet Home, that premiered in October on NBC, in which 16 families from diferent religious, racial and economic backgrounds trade homes for a week. According to a recent survey, about one in fve Americans say they seldom or never interact with someone who does not share their race or ethnicity (21 percent) or religion (22 percent). Tis lack of exposure is at the heart of what DuVernay said she hopes to address with the show. For more information, visit www.nbc.com.

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2021 TURKEY TROT TO BE IN PERSON/VIRTUAL (YOU DECIDE)

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Te 2021 FishHawk Turkey Trot will be in-person or virtual, you decide.

Family traditions are back, and with that, Seeds of Hope’s largest fundraiser. The 2021 FishHawk Turkey Trot will be in person or virtual, you decide. Thanksgiving Day will once again begin with the largest road race in our area—the FishHawk Turkey Trot. With over 2,300 in-person participants two years ago, Seeds of Hope is offering the race in two ways, in-person or virtual, so that everyone can run wherever and whenever they choose.

Race Director Leda Eaton is pleased to be offering the race once again. “People have missed it. My family missed it. It’s the beginning of Thanksgiving … such a family fun event: people taking photos with our mascot turkeys, kids making crafts and dancing the ‘Wobble’ song, families running together; it just makes you smile. After this past year and a half, we all need that,” she said.

New this year, the race will be offering the first 100 across the finish line a goody bag of race-themed prizes in lieu of age group medals.

“It’s a much easier way to distribute prizes and requires less standing around by participants,” said Eaton. “Also, know before you go, … It’s a large race, so socially distancing and wearing masks for those unvaccinated will be recommended.” Get your spot before pricing increases. Don’t delay— registering will ensure you and your family have the coolest shirts at your Thanksgiving table. Keep up to date on race announcements through the Seeds of Hope Facebook page at www.facebook.com/groups/473281026035488. All proceeds from the race will support local charity Seeds of Hope, Inc., which provides weekly distributions of food through a food bank, a school backpack of food program and a mobile pantry. In addition to providing food, Seeds of Hope also provides meaningful community service hours for students, and many local students have received Bright Future scholarships based on the work they’ve done through the charity.

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NEWSOME MARCHING BAND HOSTS VETERANS DAY PARADE

By Kate Quesada

This Veterans Day, the community is invited to celebrate and honor those who have served at a parade in FishHawk Ranch organized by the Newsome High School Band and Color Guard.

The parade, which will take place on Thursday, November 11 beginning at 10 a.m., will start and end in the community’s Park Square and will include a loop around FishHawk Crossing Blvd., past the FishHawk Aquatic Club, through Ibis Park and back up Dorman Rd. Residents are invited to set up chairs or stand along the parade route.

“The parade is to honor and thank all of our veterans in our community,” said Melanie Hutcheson, who is helping the Newsome Band Boosters organize the event. “We will have many groups, participants, and veterans participating in the parade.”

According to Hutcheson, a Veterans Day ceremony will take place in Park Square after the parade where vendors will also be set up.

The Newsome High Marching Band organized the first Veterans Day parade two years ago in 2019, and although they were not able to host the event last year, the group hopes to make the parade an annual event for the community.

“After not being able to do so last year due to the pandemic, we are very excited

to present this wonderful parade this year,” said Hutcheson. “Our goal is to continue with this annual event to honor our veterans.” Sponsorship opportunities are available, and any support is appreciated. “It is a pleasure to sponsor the second annual FishHawk Veterans Day Parade to support the NHS band and especially to honor our country’s veterans,” said Melissa Snively, Hillsborough County

Te Newsome High School Band and Color Guard is hosting its second FishHawk Veterans Day Parade in FishHawk Ranch School Board member and sponsor of the event through her State on Tursday, November 11. Farm business. “As the

daughter of a veteran of WWII, Korea and Vietnam, my family greatly appreciates the dedication and service by our military men and women who have made significant sacrifices to protect our freedoms. Veterans Day is certainly a special day to recognize the members of our community who have served, but we should really recognize and respect them every day of the year.” Any veterans, participants, sponsors and vendors interested in being involved should call Hutcheson at 546-7644. Park Square is located at 16132 Churchview Dr. in Lithia. To learn more about the Newsome High School Band and Color Guard and upcoming events and sponsorship opportunities, visit www.newsomeband.com.

By Kelly Wise Valdes

Catholic believers pray for the intercession of the saints in heaven so that they may pray for us on our behalf. Saints are able to intercede on our behalf and ofer up to God the prayers of those on Earth. Patron saints are recognized as the heavenly advocates and special intercessors for many things, even states. If you want to ask for the special intercession on behalf of your state, do you know who to pray to?

St. James the Greater, one the twelve apostles, was often afectionately known as St. James the Fisherman. He was the brother of John the Evangelist and is considered the first martyr of the Christian faith, beheaded in Rome. St. James the Fisherman, whose symbol is a scallop shell, is also the patron saint of Cape Cod, Maryland and is considered the protector and guardian of the fishing industry, anglers, laborers, pilgrims and travelers.

St. James the Greater and his brother, John, shared a unique nickname given to them by Jesus: “Sons of Thunder.” Most biblical historians believe this nickname could be attributed to an event that occurred when some Samaritans refused to open their hearts to messages of Jesus— St. James and John desired to call fire down from heaven upon them. Because Cape Cod is known as a historic seaside town near where the first pilgrims landed when seeking religious freedom by traveling to this new, unknown land, St. James the Fisherman Chapel was built in his honor in 1953.

The building was constructed to reflect the spirit of St. James in both materials and design and to express the importance of thanksgiving and of all believers. The architectural design was initially controversial but proved to become part of the chapel’s identity and brought more worshippers by its namesake—the beloved St. James. With a shingled steeple above the altar, interior beams similar to those of old fishing vessels, a round worship center and a shell forming the baptismal font, the chapel has been a unique place of worship for more nearly 70 years.

St. James’ passion can be felt through the structure, and his legacy and commitment to God resonates within the walls of this unique church in the heart of Cape Cod. For more information, visit www.stjameschapelwellfleet.org. “In this world you will have trouble.”

Who among us would disagree with this statement, which Jesus said to his disciples near the end of his earthly life? While there is joy in the journey, many difculties and troubles come our way whether we want them to our not.

Fortunately, that wasn’t the only thing Jesus said to his closest followers that day. He was wrapping up a conversation describing what was to soon come their way and finished by saying, “I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart, I have overcome the world.” (John 16:33).

The only way to experience that peace, though, is to know Jesus. To be ‘in him.’ In spite of difcult circumstances, to learn contentment and satisfaction. To be able to still ofer praise to God while in the midst of a storm.

As John Piper states in his book, Desiring God: “God is most glorified in me when I am most satisfied in Him.”

To do that, we have to know what is revealed in the Bible, which gives the believer everything they needs for their new life in Christ. “All Scripture is god-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness, so that the man of God may be thoroughly equipped for every good work,” (2 Timothy 3:16,17). Many are familiar with the theme of the Westminster Shorter Catechism being, “The chief end of man is to glorify God and enjoy him forever.”

As we learn more of God’s nature and character, we learn to ofer him praise with our very lives. This is the ‘teaching’ part of the scriptures. When we get of track and are headed for destruction, a rebuke, much like a parent would a child, stops us dead in our tracks and convicts us of our sin.

Then correction comes, getting us back on the right path and helping us to see what went wrong. Finally, repeatedly putting into practice what we have learned does “train us in righteousness,” bringing us peace and satisfaction as we seek to glorify God.

In this world we will have trouble. That’s a given. But we are God’s workmanship, created in Christ Jesus to do good works (see Ephesians 2:8-10). As we let Christ’s light within us shine, that becomes an expression of the peace and satisfaction we find in him, and God will be glorified.

Remain in him, and take heart. He has overcome the world.