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Creekside Church To Construct Multimillion Dollar Campus On Lithia Pinecrest
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On the morning of Sunday, multi-purpose facilities designed April 28, Creekside Church of to host youth programs, commuChrist broke ground on its propnity events, charity benefits, erty located on Lithia Pinecrest benevolence outreaches and Rd. A ceremony was held commore. The church intends to memorating the next step as the share these additional facilities plan for the multimillion dollar with the community. The concampus becomes palpable. struction project is divided into Formerly known as Bell three phases, and the first phase Shoals Church of Christ, the is scheduled to be completed in church changed its name in a year. preparation of its move from Bell Deb Dutton, a church memShoals Ave. to Lithia Pinecrest ber who attended the ceremony, Rd. The new church campus will said, "After attending at Bell be located adjacent to Photo courtesy of Stephen Zane Shoals Church of Christ for the Pictured are the church elders (left to right), Rob Hight, Todd Foundation Christian Academy, past 22 years and having had a which was founded by Creekside Mikula, Dwight Eppler, Todd Beggs and Robert Clouse. Elder Lew dream to move to Lithia Henson was not able to be present. Church in 1992. Pinecrest for about 20 of those, The groundbreaking ceremony was today was filled with excitement, anticipawell attended by the church’s past, prestion and joy.” ent and future leaders. The day began She continued, “We have a beautifulwith a worship service in Foundation ly diverse congregation that love each Christian Academy’s gymnasium and other very much and who are excited ended with an outdoor ceremony that about meeting the needs of the communiincluded prayer, song and stories from ty and the school that shares the property. church leaders. for Everybody.' We want to make sure the This move has been a God-led journey "We've been planning this for years, every step of the way." campus benefits and touches every perand God has opened many doors that Currently, Creekside Church of Christ son in this community." now allow us to break ground,” said Rex meets at 2908 Bell Shoals Rd. The Since its establishment in 1973, the Dutton, the Pulpit Minister. “The campus church hopes to be worshiping at its new church has flourished—thus prompting style complex will include an office and location this time next year. More informathe need for its first expansion in 1990. benevolence building, an education comtion about the church can be found at Nearly two decades later, the Creekside plex, a family life center and a worship www.bellshoalscoc.org or by calling 685Church of Christ moves forward with its center. This is truly going to be 'A Place 0750. first phase in the construction featuring
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“All the believers were in one heart and mind...” comes from Acts 4:32 and describes the early church. Teams of volunteers from various denominations in the Plant City and Lakeland areas have joined together to present the Fresh Grounded Faith Women’s Conference. The two-day women’s event will take place on Friday, September 13 from 7-9:30 p.m. and Saturday, September 14 from 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. at First Baptist Church Plant City. The Fresh Grounded Faith conference will feature renowned Bible teacher Jennifer Rothschild, author and teacher Angie Smith, award-winning actress Karen Abercrombie from War Room and worship leader Michael O’Brien. You are invited to join hundreds of women from different churches and denominations to unite under the name of Christ. “It’s all about creating an atmosphere where every woman feels welcome,” said founder and featured speaker Rothschild, who became blind at age 15. “We’ve got women in attendance who have a deep and
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rich faith, but we also have women who have a small cup of faith or no faith experience at all. Everyone is welcome—we want to meet women where they are. We’re just real women wanting a refreshing experience that’s packed with relevant truth for everyday living.” The goal of Rothchild’s Fresh Grounded Faith events is to “bring women together so they can connect with God and connect with each other.” For more than a decade, Rothchild and her team have been traversing the country hosting these multi-church events as a way of unifying believers. After successfully hosting a Fresh Grounded Faith event in 2017, First Baptist Church of
Plant City agreed to host and coordinate with area churches once again. Rothschild continued, "It's inspiring to see so many different churches coming together in unity to bring this event to the area. The process of putting on a Fresh Grounded Faith event breaks down traditional denominational barriers and brings women together. There are nearly a hundred volunteers from these different churches working together.” Rothchild has appeared on The Today Show with Kathie Lee & Hoda, Dr. Phil, Good Morning America and an annual Billy Graham Television Special. More information about Rothschild and the other speakers can be found at https://bit.ly/fgfplant. Tickets are available for purchase at https://bit.ly/ebplant or by calling 752-4104. Early bird tickets purchased by Monday, August 19 are $49 per person and afterward are $54 per person. For groups of 10 or more, call 800-859-7992. First Baptist Church Plant City is located at 3309 James L. Redman Pkwy. in Plant City.
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Local Music Artist Packs Up His Life In Riverview To Follow Calling
Forgotten Angels Purchases Property To Serve Teens Aging Out Of Foster Care
Local resident in a small town in Idaho and hip-hop artist in 1994 has now Idiomz Da expanded around the Prophesayer, also world. These free famiknown as Damon ly events are held “Idiomz” Curtis, conacross the United tinues to live out his States and in 25 counpassion for Jesus tries. and music by reachFor 25 years, The ing people through Extreme Tour has feathe international tured legendary artists movement The such as Ricky Skaggs, Extreme Tour. Kurtis Blow, Michael W. Local hip-hop artist Idiomz follows God’s calling to reach others for Jesus Smith and Brian ‘Head’ The Extreme through music ministry. Tour is making a Welch (of NU Metal stop in the Tampa area Supergroup:) Korn to name with a free community a few. Each year, big concert on Saturday, named artists join the tour June 29 from 4-8 p.m. at as mentors to up-and-comthe skateboard park ing artists. The list of artists located at 5720 and more information can Providence Rd. in be found at www.theexRiverview. The tour is an outreach that tremetour.com. aims to bring communities together with The Extreme Tour partners with extreme sports and music performances. churches, schools, clubs, nonprofits and “With much prayer and consideration, agencies rather than promote itself my wife Sharon and I have decided to through a professional publicity agency. pursue what we know is God’s calling to Curtis continued, “We recognize that long-term mission and outreach through music can be a powerful and effective the ministry of music,” said Curtis. “We tool in opening hearts, prompting will be serving as staff with The Extreme changes; and, most importantly, commuTour to demonstrate the love of Christ to nicating the message of Christ, which is neglected and overlooked communities.” hope and love. Therefore, we are leaving The nonprofit organization is comour jobs, selling our home and we will folprised of an all-volunteer staff of artists, low Him faithfully." musicians, athletes and activists who For details about how to support or come together to live out their faith by participate in the effort, contact Damon uniting communities through their talents. Curtis at 507-0559 or What began as a grassroots movement damon.a.curtis@gmail.com.
“It’s not a group rough areas, and home, it IS home,” these teens have explained Cindy no guidance. How Tilley, the president can we expect and founder of them not to get into Forgotten Angels. trouble? I lived this Established in life and I know all 2015, the nonprofit about the dangers organization assists that are out there.” teens who have Quinton Aaron, aged out of the fosthe actor who porter care system. trayed Big Mike in Tilley, who entered the movie The the foster care sysBlind Side, recently tem in the fourth teamed up with grade, personally Forgotten Angels understands the Pictured is Cindy Tilley and David Tyler from and serves as the hardship and Ambassador of the nonprofit Forgotten Angels. The organization recently purchased land in heartache of not Goodwill for the Valrico to house and care for teens who having a home. organization. have aged out of the foster care system. Recently, Aaron’s friend, Forgotten Angels purchased 12 and a David Tyler, who is the executive director half acres off Little Stearns Rd. and is for The Quinton Aaron Foundation, has renovating the property to house and also taken on the executive director role support these teens. From basic needs for Forgotten Angels. such as food and shelter to fulfilling high With the help of the Quinton Aaron school education requirements and Foundation, local businesses, churches beyond, the organization comes alongand other nonprofits, Forgotten Angels side extended foster care teens from has been fixing up the dwellings on the ages 18-21. Typically, these teens have property and have plans to build tiny spent most of their lives hopping from homes. house to house with no family to call their Currently, six extended foster care own. teens reside on the property, and Tilley “Our goal is to get these teens out of and Tyler are ensuring that these young survival mode and have them actually adults are loved and cared for. thrive,” said Tilley. “These teens are not To find out how you can help, email getting the education or the life skills they forgottenangelsfl@outlook.com or call need to get out there and succeed.” 728-0461. For more information or to She continued, “Many of the extendview a video of the property, visit http://fored foster care group homes are located in gottenangelsflorida.org.
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Locals Help Pen New Book Titled Yes, God!
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years and is part Liz Brewer, the of 'The Brewer executive director of Team’ along with the Greater Brandon her son Jeff. Community Brewer Foundation, and Pearl hosts monthly Chiarenza, the owner 'Connections’ of Bodyworks Health & events to bring Wellness Center, women together recently contributed to for inspiration and the book Yes, God!, personal featuring a compilation growth. As a John of "yes" stories. Maxwell certified Each author offers trainer and speakvaluable information to er, she has spoken challenge the reader to a variety of to grow and see any (Liz and Pearl) Brewer (left) and Chiarenza hosted a book signing event groups of all ages situation in a new book Yes, God! on April 18 on leadership and light. Saying “yes” is a for their new at Livy O's in Brandon. personal developchoice. Yes, God! invites the reader to learn from their per- ment. Brewer has been happily married to Jeff for 33 years. They live in Valrico sonal stories and the lessons these and have three children, Jeff, Tyler and women have learned by saying “yes.” Brittany. The authors share their struggles, victo“Being able to share my story in the ries, honest reflections and 'aha book is an honor, and my prayer is it moments.' inspires the reader to know God is “Several years ago, I heard God clearly tell me I needed to write a book,” always there,” said Chiarenza. Chiarenza lends her time to coordisaid Brewer. “At a 2018 Connections nating multiple events and speaking event, my friend, Pearl, asked me if I engagements through the Women's would like to be included in a book colSuccessful Living network, which assists laboration called, Yes, God! that would women who have faced economic and be published in 2019. I have experipersonal challenges. She has been enced the loss of so many of my family married to Charles for 31 years and is a and friends, and this book is a testamom to Matthew and Nate. ment to God's unfailing love and how Yes, God! is published by UImpact He was there in my deepest darkest Publishing and was released on March hour.” 29. It is available for purchase at Brewer, a member of Rotary Amazon.com, www.WomensSuccessful International, has also enjoyed a sucLiving.com or www.lizbrewerconneccessful career in real estate as a realtor tions.com. and mortgage lender for the past 32
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viding compassion There is a and caring service German proverb from their dedicatthat says, “Charity ed and experisees the need, not enced staff. the cause.” “PHFL “Phoenix House believes in our Florida was estabcommitment to lished nearly 25 serving those in our years ago in the local communities,” early 1990s when Alvarez said. “We two longtime offer a wide range friends wanted to of services to treat help their sons, Derek Jeter has been involved with PHFL for who were strugmany years. Dr. Jeter, Derek’s dad, was on ,the whole patient, gling with the con- the board of directors of PHFL, and when he including MAT and sequences of sub- left this position, he helped make the connec- Outpatient for adotion between PHFL and Derek Jeter. lescents and resistance abuse relatdential for adults and at our two ed issues,” said Maria Alvarez, locations in Brandon and Citra, president and CEO of The Florida.” Phoenix House. Derek Jeter has been She continued, “Through involved with PHFL for many a mutual friend, both parents years. “Dr. Jeter, Derek’s dad, was on the found help for their children in a Daytop board of directors of PHFL, and when he rehabilitation program in New York. This left this position, he helped make the conexperience created a desire to assist nection between PHFL and Derek Jeter,” Daytop in establishing a similar program Alvarez said. “At the time, The Turn 2 in Florida.” Foundation committed to donating one A facility was found in Citra, Florida, million to PHFL’s adolescent program at and eventually, Daytop opened the pro$100,000 per year, an amount he has far gram in 1994. “After a few years, addisurpassed and continues to contribute to tional support was needed to expand, our program each year with continued and in 1998, Phoenix House Foundation support through 2020.” was contacted, resulting in the current The Turn 2 Foundation has supportPhoenix Programs of Florida, Inc.,” ed the Derek Jeter Center since its incepAlvarez said. tion in 2008. For more information, visit The Phoenix Programs of Florida www.phoenixhouse.org/locations/florida/b (PHFL) is a nonprofit provider of substance use treatment that has been in the randon-center or call 881-1000, option 1. The center is located at 510 Vonderburg local community for 25 years and continDr., Ste. 301 in Brandon. ues to focus on their quality of care, pro-
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Local Vacation Bible Schools (VBS) And Christian Day Camps By Amanda Boston
Who: Bay Life Church What: KIDAPALOOZA 2019 When: June 10-14 from 6-8:30 p.m. Where: 1017 Kingsway Rd. in Brandon POC: Tina Hill, chill@baylife.org, Description: KIDAPALOOZA is Bay Life's slime-filled, super funny, high-energy VBS. KIDAPALOOZA is for kids who are entering kindergarten through those entering sixth grade. Five nights of free fun. Doors open at 6 p.m. Register at www.baylife.org/kpa.
Who: Bell Shoals Baptist Church What: In the Wild VBS When: July 15-19, 8:45 a.m.-12 Noon. Where: Brandon Campus at 2102 Bell Shoals Rd. in Brandon
Description: In the Wild takes you on a wild adventure—with elephants and egrets, polar bears and penguins, cockatoos and crocodiles. As you seek out exotic animals, you will also find snapshots of real-life encounters with Jesus in Scripture. Registration is free for all children age 4 years (9/1/19) through completed 6th grade. Register at www.bellshoals.com/brandon-campus-vbs/.
Who: Bell Shoals Baptist Church What: Kids Worship Camp When: June 10-14, 8:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Where: Brandon Campus at 2102 Bell Shoals Rd. in Brandon
Description: Camp will take place at the Brandon Campus during the day with a special production on Friday night at 7 p.m. Students will learn set design, lighting, sound, media, drama, and of course, sing in the choir! For students who have completed 1st-5th grade. Cost is only $50 per child for the entire
week. The registration price includes lunch each day, a worship camp Tshirt and an incredible experience. Space is limited so register now at www.bellshoals.com/kwc/.
Who: Central Baptist Church What: In the Wild/Amazing Encounters with Jesus When: June 24-28 from 6-8:30 p.m. Where: 402 E. Windhorst Rd. in Brandon POC: 689-6133 Darcie at darcie@cbcbrandon.org or Caryn at caryn@cbcbrandon.org
Description: As you seek out exotic animals, you’ll also find snapshots of real-life encounters with Jesus in Scripture. Participation is for age 3 years-5th grade. For more information or to register, visit cbcbrandon.org.
Who: Disciples of Christ Christian Fellowship What: Light up for Jesus, Let your Light Shine When: July 15-17, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Where: 11116 Rhodine Rd. in Riverview POC: To register call 677-8700 or visit doccf.org Description: Jesus commands His people to let our light shine! We are called to shine so others may see our good works and glorify God. For ages 5-16. Children and teens are encouraged to let their light shine for Jesus and make an impact in the world. Glow for Jesus VBS features fun and engaging activities to motivate children to go beyond the church walls and glow
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Description: In the Wild takes you on a wild adventure—with elephants and egrets, polar bears and penguins, cockatoos and crocodiles. Participation is for age 4 years (by 9/1/19) to completed 5th grade. Register at fbcbrandon.org or call 689-1204
Who: First Presbyterian of Brandon What: Cedarkirk Traveling Day Camp When: June 17-21 from 9 a.m.- 4 p.m. Where: 121 Carver Ave. in Brandon
Description: In partnership with Cedarkirk Camp, First Presbyterian presents a VBS that brings classic camp activities and faith-building experiences to the church. The camp is for children that have completed kindergarten through completed 5th grade. The cost is $90.00 per child (nonmembers) and $60 per child (members). For more information or to register, visit www.fpcbrandon.org or call 6894597.
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Description: VBS is completed K5th grade. Registration cost is $10 per child (maximum $30). More information and to register can be found at www.fishhawkfc.org/vacationbible-school-2019/.
Who: Grace Community United Methodist Church What: Beyond The Gold Sports Camp When: June 24-28 from 5:45-8:15 p.m. Where: 5708 Lithia Pinecrest Rd. in Lithia POC: Erick Ashley, 661-8858
Description: For children age 4 years (toilet-trained) through 5th grade (2018-19 school year). Join us for Sports Camp as we strive to go ‘Beyond The Gold.' During the week, campers will have a great time participating in fun sports like ultimate frisbee, soccer, basketball, cheerleading and age-appropriate games for younger participants. Additionally, they will sing songs and learn important character traits like teamwork, perseverance, respect, sacrifice and strategy through stories in the Bible. Cost is $35 per camper. Please register at www.mygraceumc.com by clicking on ‘The Hub.’
Who: Holy Innocents' Episcopal Church What: The Incredible Race - One Family, One Race, One Savior When: June 17-21 from 9 a.m.- 12 Noon Where: 604 N. Valrico Rd. in Valrico POC: Lynn Engerski, 689-3130 Description: On your mark! Get set! Go! At The Incredible Race, we will explore God’s love for the nations as we travel around the
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Local Vacation Bible Schools (VBS) And Christian Day Camps By Amanda Boston
world. We’ll uncover fun clues, attempt fascinating challenges, and discover how the events that happened before, during, and after the tower of Babel have impacted the human race today. Grab your gear and prepare to set off on the race of a lifetime. Participation is for age 4 years-5th grade. No cost and please register at hiepiscopal.org.
Who: Immanuel Lutheran Church What: Scruffy & Scrappy's High Sea Adventure VBS When: June 17-21 from 9 a.m.-12 Noon Where: 2913 John Moore Rd. in Brandon POC: For more information, call the church office at 689-1787 or visit www.GodSoLoved.org.
Description: A free VBS for children age 3 years (toilet-trained) through 5th grade where will share Bible stories, sing songs, have snacks, play games and make crafts. Please join us as we share the love, joy and peace of Jesus.
Who: Kings Avenue Baptist Church What: Farm Fresh Faith VBS When: June 23-28 from 6:30-8:45 p.m. Where: 2602 S. Kings Avenue in Brandon
Description: Free VBS for grades K-6th. Register online at http://bethekingsavenue.com/vbs-registration. For more information, call 685-3095.
Who: New Hope United Methodist Church What: Power Up VBS Where: 121 N. Knights Ave. in Brandon When: July 15-19 from 9 a.m.-12 Noon POC: Shelly Wilson at shelly@findnewhope.com or 689-4161.
Description: Join us for Power Up VBS that features a week full of crafts, games, Bible stories and fun. Visit www.findnewhope.com to register. VBS is free and for children who have completed 3-year-old preschool through 6th grade.
Race, we will explore God’s love for the nations as we travel around the world. For age 3 years (by 6/23/19) through completed 5th grade. Register at www.shilohpc.org or through ShilohKIDS Facebook page.
Who: New Hope United Methodist Church What: Blast Camp for Middle Schoolers Where: 121 N. Knights Ave. in Brandon When: July 2325 from 10 a.m.–5 p.m. POC: Chris Temple at Chris@findnewhope.com or 6894161.
Who: South Bay Church What: Summer Kids Club presents ‘Power Up’ a free VBS When: June 3-7 from 6-8:30 p.m. Where: 13498 US Hwy. 301 S. in Riverview
Who: Redeemer Church What: VBS ‘A Mighty Fortress’ When: June 17-21 from 9 a.m.-12 Noon Where: 12404 Boyette Rd. in Riverview POC: For more information, call 741-1776 or email office@redeemerriverview.org
Who: Southside Baptist Church What: The Incredible Race When: June 19-23 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Where: 415 W. Lumsden Rd. in Brandon
Description: Blast Camp is for students in grades 6-8 for the 2019-20 school year. The 3-day experience helps students get ready to kick off the new school year. Cost is $75 per student. Register online at www.findnewhope.com.
Description: Participation is for age 4 years -5th grade
Who: Shiloh Baptist Church What: The Incredible Race When: June 23-27 from 6-9 p.m. Where: 905 West Terrace Dr. in Plant City Description: At The Incredible
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Description: Kids will enjoy a week of lively songs, dancing, fun games, crafts, skits, agebased Bible lessons and more. A snack will be provided each evening and security will be onsite. Participation is for ages 5-11. For more information or to register, visit www.southbay.cc/events.
POC: Visit southsidebrandon.org f or more info or call 689-6049 Description: Join us for ‘The Incredible Race’ where we will study One Family, One Race, One Savior. VBS will be done outdoors in a Backyard Bible Club format. Dinner served nightly Wednesday through Saturday. Parents and families are encouraged to join their kids during VBS. For children who are completed K-5.
Who: St. Andrew's United Methodist Church What: Light Up the Way When: July 8-12 from 9 a.m.-12 Noon Where: 3315 Bryan Rd. in Brandon POC: Erika Spalin at erika.spalin@saumc.net Description: Join us on a camping adventure as we learn how we can shine Jesus' light in the world. Participation is for VPK-5th grade. Registration begins May 1 at SAUMC.NET/VBS2019.
Who: ALive! Children’s Theater What: Musical Theater Camp for students just completing 1st grade through high school. When: June 3-July 26, MondayFriday from 1-4 p.m. Performance will be Friday, July 26 at 6:30 p.m. Where: The Chapel at Fishhawk, at 6026 Churchside Dr. in Lithia POC: Contact Rie Young, rie@thechapelfh.org, or call or text 438-0796
Description: An 8-week, faithbased, program where students will have the opportunity to learn all aspects of theater, from writing and directing, acting, singing and choreography, to stage, set, costume and prop design. While in the program they will be cast and perform a full-length musical that is fun for the whole family. If a student cannot attend full 8-week program, this does not disqualify him/her from participating. Cost is $75 per week or $200 if paid up front for the whole program. Discounts for multiple family members.
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ROAR! Vacation Bible School Who: The Chapel At FishHawk What: Roar! When: June 24-28 from 6-8:30 p.m. Where: 6026 Churchside Dr. in Lithia Description: This epic African adventure engages the whole herd. At Roar, kids explore God’s goodness and celebrate a ferocious faith that powers them through this wild life. Participation is for completed Pre-K to completed 5th grade. Cost is $25 per child For more information or to register, visit thechapelfh.org or 644-2787. W ho: Limona
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Description: This epic African adventure engages the whole herd. At Roar, kids explore God’s goodness and celebrate a ferocious faith that powers them through this wild life. Register at TinyUrl.com/LVC2019Roar. The free VBS is for age 3 years (toilettrained) though graduating 5th graders. Arrive at 5 p.m. for a homemade, kid-friendly dinner in the Fellowship Hall. Families of participating children may stay for a hot cooked dinner too. If you are not joining us for dinner, please arrive by 5:30 p.m. for check-in.
Who: Riverview First United Methodist Church What: Roar! When: July 15-19 with a special church service on 7/21 Where: 8002 U.S. Highway 301 S. in Riverview POC: Rolinda at 453-0190 or the church office at 677-5995. Call
By Amanda Boston for specific times. Description: This epic African adventure engages the whole herd. At Roar, kids explore God’s goodness and celebrate a ferocious faith that powers them through this wild life. For grades K-5th.
Who: South Shore United Methodist Church What: ROAR! VBS When: July 2226 from 5:30-8 p.m. Where: 11525 Big Bend Rd. in Riverview POC: For questions, call 6779482 and register at www.southshoreumc.com/vbs.
Description: Participation is for grades K-5th. Doors open at 5 p.m., with a kid-friendly dinner starting at 5:30 pm. Sing and Play Roar begins at 6 p.m. At Roar!, kids discover that God is good even when life gets wild! Kids participate in memorable Bible-learning activities, sing catchy songs, play teamwork-building games, make and devour yummy treats and experience one-of-a-kind Wild Bible Adventures.
Who: United Methodist Church of Sun City Center What: VBS Roar! “Life is Wild; God is Good!” When: June 17-21 from 9 a.m.-12 Noon Where: 1210 Del Webb Blvd. in Sun City Center POC: More information, visit www.sccumc.com. To register, call 634-2539. For specific questions, email pathill@sccumc.com or rhonda@sccumc.com.
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Local News: Kagey Runs For Hon. Mayor, Jesus Cares Lady Is Author By Amanda Boston
2019 Honorary Mayor Coach Bingo Event For Angie Kagey
Angie Kagey is running for Honorary Mayor of Brandon, an annual event to raise support for Brandonbased charities. She will be raising support for Teen Impact and Souls Shaping Soles. Grab your girlfriends for a night of fun, friends, food, raffles, silent auctions and 10 chances to win a Coach purse. Coach Bingo will be held on Thursday, June 6 from 7-9 p.m. at The Barn at Winthrop, located at 11349 Bloomingdale Ave. in Riverview. Doors open at 6 p.m. Tickets are $40 per person and are available online through Eventbrite at angie4mayorcoachbingo.eventbrite.com. Limited tickets will be available at the door. For more information, call 2649368. More information on the nonprofit organizations can be found at www.whatisimpact.com and www.solesshapingsouls.org.
Fellowship Christian Athletes (FCA) Hosts The KingOf Kings Tournament
FCA hosts its sixth annual FCA King of Kings 7 on 7 Tournament presented by Advent Health Care. Since 1954, the FCA has transformed the playing field into a mission field with its vision “to see the world impacted for Jesus Christ through the influence of coaches and athletes.” The event will take place on Saturday, June 8 from 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. at 1 Buccaneer Place in Tampa. The tournament will feature 32 high schools with
more than 1,300 football players from Hillsborough, Pasco, Pinellas and Polk counties. FCA anticipates over 2000 spectators to attend this event. Come out and cheer on your team. There will be music, vendors, food and fun for the entire family. FCA is looking for sponsors. Churches can set up a booth for $100 and businesses for $250. Churches and vendors will have a 10’ x 10’ space for their booth from 7 a.m.-12 Noon. If you would like to be a sponsor, contact the East Hillsborough Area Director, Dee Franks at dfranks@fca.org or call 3568291. For more information about the tournament or to buy tickets, visit www.7on7.eventbrite.com. To get involved with the Tampa Bay FCA, visit www.fcatampabay.org.
‘The Jesus Cares Lady’ Authors A Book
Diane Williams, also known as ‘The Jesus Cares Lady,’ will have her official book release for My Everything on Saturday, June 15 from 6-8 p.m. at Rivercrest Community Center Clubhouse. The Clubhouse is located at 11560 Ramble Creek Dr. in Riverview. Proceeds will go toward Jesus Cares, Inc., her nonprofit ministry.
Williams is known for her street ministry where she holds a sign that says "Jesus Cares" at various street corners in the Tampa Bay area. Since September 9, 2009, Williams has been waving at those who pass by in cars, hugging those who walk by and praying with those in need. Her hands-on ministry reaches out to the lost in today's busy world. Perhaps you've seen her out there, holding the sign and telling people that Jesus Cares. More information about the ministry or her book can be found at http://jesuscaresinc.com or by contacting Williams at Diane@jesuscaresinc.com or 6720837.
Tampa Catholic Alumnus Announces $7 Million Gift
Arnie Bellini, a 1976 graduate of Tampa Catholic High School, in cooperation with his family and school administrators, has announced a $7 million gift to
his alma mater. The goal of the gift is to equip students with skills that support the modernization of arts and digital education to create leaders for the 21st century work force. It is the single largest gift to a Catholic school in Florida history and one of the largest to any Florida school. Bellini, the former CEO of ConnectWise, sold his company earlier this year to a Silicon Valley private equity firm. He made the announcement in the Tampa Catholic High School gymnasium to much fanfare with students, parents, alumni and faculty present. ”Our family hopes this will inspire other donors to help us make innovative education a differentiator in Tampa so we can grow talent and keep talent right here, and fill the gap where so many cuts are being made in education budgets,” Bellini said. “For more than 50 years, Tampa Catholic has built upon our traditions of faith, excellence and family by offering a superior high school experience to all our students,” said Robert Lees, Tampa Catholic Principal. “Mr. Bellini’s gift will transform the face of education at Tampa Catholic and impact the entire community for generations to come. His generosity is a wonderful example of leadership that we hope others will follow.”
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Connie’s Home Decor Ready To Decorate By Mia Cafaro
For approximately starting over at the two years, Connie’s beginning of each Home Decor has offered month. The cost is $35 homeowners help with for a four week session, renovation and general and RSVP is required decor ,and it is just getthrough a phone call or ting started. stopping into the store. The business was Kennedy has a founded by Connie background in finance, Connie's Home Decor has helped many homeowners redecorate Kennedy, a Michigan which she is using to rooms to fit a unique style or native who aspires to help her clients sell their theme, offering help with color cater to each customer’s homes more efficiently coordination and furniture. individual and for a greater profit. taste and “With many years of experience in investneeds. ing in homes, design, decorating, and Connie’s financing, I see the benefit of solutions Home Decor that fit the owner’s lifestyle,” said offers a variety of services that are useful Kennedy. for any homeowner. This includes general What’s more, Kennedy is a pubcategories such as home decor, outdoor lished author who wrote a book called decor, bathroom decor and assistance DIY DESIGN FOR HOMES in 2008. It with furniture. There are also more specif- was written as a tool for homeowners ic renovations offered such as closet during the economic downturn occurring organization, space planning, custom cor- at the time. nice boxes, door and window framing and Kennedy truly enjoys her job, which more. The business also has plans to translates into wanting to do her best for offer a full line of wallpaper in the future. each and every client. “Customer service Kennedy is also looking to connect is a must, product knowledge and a good with realtors and builders for projects like business plan are valuable assets; when staging, redecorating and redesigns. paired with doing the right thing and putThis summer, Connie’s Home Decor ting people first, it’s a combination for sucis offering design classes. There will be a cess,” said Kennedy. four week program, with different topics Connie’s Home Decor is located in discussed each week. Topics include Sun City Center and has redesigned common decorating mistakes, 10 things many homes in Florida, from St. every room needs, ways to start decoratPetersburg to Tampa to Orlando. Visit ing a room and how to light your room connieshomedecortricities.com, as well with LED. as more information on options for renoThe classes will be offered every vation and redesign and helpful coupons. Monday in May, June, July and August For more, call 331-3543. Located at from 1-3 p.m. with the four-week cycle 3818 Sun City Center Blvd.
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For online fessional video games like Overwatch esports Overwatch, a probteam. “We lem in those comalso…both pick a munities is the game we thought offensive and was really good unpleasant behavfrom the past week ior often thrown and we’ll talk about around, which those a little bit, Aaron Adams and Brian Davis during their many would like to and we’ll both pick podcast at First Baptist Church of Brandon, avoid. For a match of the holding a board representing several Overwatch League week upcoming Overwatch League teams. (OWL) fans seeking family-friendly conthat we’re excited to see, or a game that tent, local residents Aaron Adams and we think’s going to be important.” Brian Davis have a solution. COWLFans’ podcasts are also Adams and Davis host a podcast videos, but it focuses on being equally series, ‘Casual Overwatch League Fans’ interesting for listeners and watchers so (COWLFans), which avoids the ugly neither misses out on much. trends in the OWL community while disSince Adams and Davis are cussing the OWL, giving interested peoChristians recording at First Baptist ple a place to follow OWL content and Church of Brandon and recognized the enjoy it without worry. prevalent unfriendly content surrounding The idea began as a joke about an Overwatch, they wanted the show to be OWL-focused show they could do togeth- safe for all to follow and share. er for fun. Adams created the podcast’s “If anybody in the area wants to logo as part of the joke, but Davis liked reach out, we’re happy to engage with the idea enough to commit to it, and the anybody,” said Adams. He added, show was born. “Follows and shares go a long way in “Our podcasts are geared toward the promoting what we have here, which can casual fans, so neither of us are too help others see that there’s a space for insane about trying to watch every single this.” [OWL] game possible,” said Adams. As COWLFans podcasts are released each OWL session lasts from Thursday every Monday. To listen and watch, visit to Sunday, the podcasts discuss imporhttp://bit.ly/COWLiTunes, tant happenings and things of interest, http://bit.ly/COWLSpotify, but they do not cover everything due to http://bit.ly/COWLplay or the length of sessions. http://bit.ly/COWLFans for YouTube. Adams noted, “We make it a point You can follow and Like COWLFans every week to definitely talk about the on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter Florida Mayhem,” which is Florida’s prothrough @COWLFans.
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The Mighty Miracles Of Jesus The Great Catch Of Fish
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Hours: 6am - 10pm During His ministry, Jesus performed more than 40 miracles including healing the sick, changing the natural elements of nature and even raising people from the dead. A miracle is considered an event that occurs outside the bounds of natural law. Each month, we will take a closer look at one of His miracles to understand the depth of His love for us. Understanding the miracles of Jesus can change your life, and it all begins with believing through faith. The Bible describes more than one miracle of Jesus involving fishing. In Luke 5:1-11, Jesus is sitting in a boat, talking to people on the shore of the Sea of Galilee. Afterward, he instructs Peter (also known as Simon) to take the boat further into the lake. Jesus said, "Put out into deep water, and let down the nets for a catch." Simon answered, "Master, we've worked hard all night and haven't caught anything. But because you say so, I will let down the net." The net went into the water, and immediately they caught such a large number of fish that the net began to break. They summoned another boat to come and help them, and both boats were so full of fish that they began to sink. When Simon Peter saw this, he fell at Jesus' knees and said, "Go away from me, Lord; I am a sinful man!"
Then Jesus said to Simon, "Don't be afraid; from now on you will fish for people." Working for long hours trying to catch fish yet without results was exhausting and discouraging for the fishermen. Peter tells Jesus that they had fished all day with no results, but reluctantly obeys Jesus’ command to try again. Jesus commands Peter to let down his ‘nets’ (plural), yet Peter replies with ‘net’ (singular). Peter’s reluctant obedience is half-hearted. It’s obvious that Peter probably thinks the result would be the same as his earlier lack of fish. His unbelieving thoughts show in his unenthusiastic obedience. At this early stage, Peter is still learning about the power of God. What can we learn through this miracle? When Christ speaks, we should listen and obey His commands. In this case, this miracle affected the work and livelihood of the obedient fishermen. God wants us to be successful in everything we do. He always has our best interest. Had Peter failed to obey Christ's command, he would have been unable to experience both the miracle and the blessing. When we serve, obey and sacrifice, God will reward our efforts with abundant blessings, sometimes even more than what we can imagine. Our nets and our hearts will be overflowing.
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Church Of God Camp Meeting June 10-14, Has 105 Year History In June, several thousand worshippers will descend on the small town of Wimauma to participate in the annual Church of God Camp Meeting. They will share in spirited gospel singing, listen to fervent preaching and create emotional religious experiences that lay at the heart of the Church of God Camp Meeting tradition. As a matter of fact, they have been coming to Wimauma for the last 105 years. The Church of God was founded in Tennessee in 1886 and is the oldest Pentecostal Church in America. The annual camp meeting is a cherished tradition of the Church and is still widely held. Florida’s Wimauma Camp Meeting is the oldest and largest Church of God camp-meeting site in the United States still in operation. Pentecostals had been holding camp-meetings at Pleasant Grove, near Durant, for many years before the turn of the 20th century. Most major denominations sponsored at least one camp there a year and rather than continuing to share, the Durant Church sought a new exclusive location. In 1913, land along Tiger Lake (now Lake Wimauma) was selected as the permanent camp and purchased by the Church of God at
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Durant. The scenic beauty of Lake Wimauma had a lot to do with building the camp in Wimauma. The first Wimauma Camp Meeting was held in 1914 and housed in an open-air barn. Campers slept in tents on the ground. A larger Tabernacle replaced the original structure in 1924. Separate male and female dormitories, an expanded tent ground, a cafeteria, and later, small cottages were built to house a growing number of campgoers. As crowds expanded, a third Tabernacle was built: an open-air structure that seated 3,700 worshipers. It was later expanded to seat over 5,000. The open-air construction served late arriving worshippers who could bring their own chairs or sit out on the campgrounds to listen to the five daily services. A fourth, fully enclosed and air-conditioned structure
was built in 1985, which continues to serve the annual camp-meeting and houses today’s Wimauma Convention Center. Each of the five daily services included ‘great preaching by great preachers.’ Camp-worshippers, often numbering around 10,000, were ‘old line Pentecostals’ who were rarely ever passive listeners and were always encouraged to show their emotions during services. It was not uncommon for worshippers to be
moved to tears and raise their hands in praise or, if so moved by the Holy Spirit, to dance in the aisles. When it was time to sing the 'old songs' campers sang loudly and long. Gospel quartets and a 500-voice choir became beloved mainstays of the camping experience. Large crowds continued to attend the annual Camp Meeting as the Church of God in Florida continued to grow. More recently, the camp has been reduced in scope from 10 to five days, and crowds are somewhat smaller, although the annual event will still attract nearly 5,000 to Wimauma when the Camp Meeting next gathers from Monday to Friday, June 10-14 at the Wimauma Camp Meeting Grounds on SR 674. For those who attend, however, they will find the fervor and spirit of the camp meeting to be very much as it has been for the last 105 years. For more information, call 6203366.
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Life Size Ark Encounter Offers An Epic Family Adventure In Kentucky By Jeff Hoening
We’ve all heard Christian friends return from a trip to Israel and remark something like "it really makes the Bible come alive seeing the sights where the biblical events took place." The Ark Encounter in Kentucky (much geographically closer than Israel) did just that for us in our recent visit. It's a massive, full-size replica of Noah's ark that also houses a world-class museum. In Genesis chapter 6 at the direction of God, Noah and his family, along with ‘two of every kind’ of creature, built and sealed themselves into an enormous ark ahead of a worldwide flood that destroyed all life on earth.
Located in Williamstown, Kentucky, The Ark Encounter features a full-size replica of Noah’s Ark from the Bible.
Once on the ark, visitors are transported back in time to marvel at its interior and exterior construction, wander through its animal pens and innovative feeding mechanisms and explore three-decks of world-class exhibits showing how Noah and his family may have lived. Informative exhibits clearly and informatively address key questions like "How did they all fit?" and "Were dinosaurs on board?" You also see many scientific contrasts between Creationism
and Evolution and how the Great Flood impacted the Earth’s history. We were particularly moved by how the Ark Encounter artfully displays the ark and its account in the Bible as a true historical event along with its metaphoric connection to our salvation in Christ. The Ark Encounter is great for families but take your time because you'll be doing a lot of walking. If you want to fill the day with even more fun, the park also offers the Ararat Ridge Zoo, featuring ani-
mals from around the world like Tibetan yaks and kangaroos; Extreme Zip Lines, with 1,000 ft. zip lines, soaring 17 stories in the air and reaching speeds up to 50 mph; a Fossil Find, where you learn about science from a biblical perspective; as well as daily events, dining and great gifts unique to the Ark experience. For even more fun, you can purchase tickets to the Ark Encounter's sister attraction, the Creation Museum, a stateof-the-art, 75,000 sq. ft. museum, bringing the pages of the Bible to life. Ark Encounter is located at 1 Ark Encounter Drive, Williamstown, KY 41097. Tickets start at $15 and excursion packages are available. For more information, you can visit www.arkencounter.com.
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Two Candidates Help Local Charities During Annual Honorary Mayor Race
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Brandon area residents have many opportunities to help those less fortunate in the area over the next few weeks. The annual Brandon Honorary Mayor’s Race, hosted by The Donelle White (L) and Angie Kagey (R) are running for the Community coveted titled of Honorary Mayor of Brandon this year. Roundtable, will total of $500. The most money take place from June 1 until 8 a.m. raised by a single candidate was on July 4, offering a wide variety of Chuck Burgess, who earned the title fundraising events with 100 percent in 2016 by raising $100,500. of profits going to local charities choThis year, two residents have sen by the candidates. stepped up to vie for the title and According to The Community raise money for their favorite chariRound Table President Janine ties. Nickerson, this is the 60th year the Angie Kagey, executive director Honorary Mayor’s Race has taken of Impact Program, Inc., is running to place in Brandon with all money raise funds for Impact and Soles raised going directly to local chariShaping Souls. ties. “I decided to join the race as a “Although we call it a mayor’s way to bring community awareness race, there really is no loser,” said and financial resources to the selectNickerson. “Our community and the ed charities as well as support our charities are all winners.” community by increasing my involveMoney can be raised by candiment,” said Kagey. dates through fundraising throughout Impact Program, Inc.’s mission is the month of June and the first three to promote healthy living and reladays of July. The candidate who rais- tionships to teens through various es the most money during that time targeted programs. Based in is named Honorary Mayor right Hillsborough County, the group before Brandon’s annual Fourth of serves the community in multiple July Parade. They then ride in the venues including schools, churches parade. The first winner, 60 years and organizations such as Boys and ago, was Brandon High School Girls Clubs, YMCAs and Parks and teacher Nat Storms, who raised a Recreation Centers.
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Soles Shaping Souls was founded last year by Camden Grant, a student at Newsome High School. Grant started the charity as a donation drive with the hopes of gaining enough funds to provide the students at Booker T. Washington Elementary School with a new pair of shoes each. After an overwhelming response for donations, she decided to form a 501(c)(3) and keep working to help as many students as possible. Kagey has arranged eight events to take place during the mayor’s race to raise funds for her charities. After a kickoff event on Sunday, June 2, the campaign will host a Coach Bingo at The Barn at Winthrop on Thursday, June 6. A movie night is also scheduled for June 11, a Clay Shoot for June 15, a bunco for June 18, Spirit Night at Chipotle on June 25, Tea and Fashion Show on June 29 and Family Fun Night at The Alley on Sunday, June 30. For more information about Kagey’s events, search for Angie4Mayor on Facebook or email her at akagey@whatisimpact.com. The second candidate, Brandon resident Donelle White, is well known in the Brandon community for her involvement with local charities. Her sponsoring organization for the race is The Kiwanis Club of Greater Brandon, a group with which she has
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Christian Networking Group Honors Teachers In Christian Education At Breakfast
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Christian Business Connections (CBC) is a business networking organization devoted to Christian values. The Brandon group meets every Monday from 8-9:15 a.m. at the Golden Corral in Brandon. Each meeting starts and ends with prayer along with a Bible devotional time. “It is a great way to start my week,” said Barbara Kemp, secretary of CBC. “The referrals are important, but there is simply a wealth of knowledge and support that comes from being a part of a group like this.” CBC exists to foster growth for its members, both spiritually and in their businesses, while enriching the local community. In 2016, it inaugurated the Shining Light Teacher Award to recognize teachers with exemplary performance in Christian education. Based on the verses in Titus 2:7-8, the award recognizes “Christian leadership, commitment to educational excellence and the impact that teachers make in student’s lives.” "As a group, we want to give back to the community, which is why Christian Business Connections sponsors events like the Shining Light Award," said
On May 13, the CBC honored the finalists with breakfast and a gift basket.
Jorgie Franks Bell, president of CBC. To be considered for the Shining Light Award, the teacher must be a Christian educator, peernominated and interviewed by the CBC selection committee. Once nominated, students and parents then provide testimonies to why they think a particular teacher
should receive the award. “It is really amazing to see how much this award has grown over the years,” said Kris Beaird, vice president of CBC. “We are excited to have nine teachers from six different Christian schools. The caliber of the teachers is really impressive. Being a part of the judging committee, it is so humbling to see how much hard work all these teachers put into teaching and reaching their students." On May 13, the CBC honored the nine finalists with a special breakfast and a gift basket. Dina
Rodriguez from Nativity Catholic School was announced as the overall winner. Mrs. Rodriguez teaches Spanish for grades 1-8 and has been at Nativity for 13 years. She is involved in the Emmaus Ministry, Coro Hispano, Spanish Lector’s, School Choir, Liturgy preparation, Girl Scouts, NJHS committee and the Student Leadership Team. The other finalists were Jennifer Boucher (Media Center Director), Linda Heath (Physical Education) and Heather O’Chalek (Music) from Bell Shoals Baptist Academy; Sr. Regina Maraizu (Core and Religion) from Cutting Edge Learning Academy; Kelly De Boef (Preschool) from Foundation Christian Academy; Therese Whitehurst (Lead Teacher) from Livingstone Academy; and Galatia Nonnenkamp (Math & Science), and Jamie Stencel (ESE Teacher) from St. Stephen Catholic School. To read the full bios of the finalists, visit www.christianbusinessconnections.com. To find out how your school can participate, please email ShiningLight@christianbusinessconnections.com. For more information about CBC, visit its website or call 2394681.
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Local Scout Dedicates Eagle Scout Project To An Influential Figure In His Life
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Notre-Dame – The Race To Save History On Monday, April 15, the world collectively watched in disbelief as the beloved Notre-Dame Cathedral burned. The iconic Gothic cathedral, which dates from the 12th century, was a masterpiece with its flying buttresses, incredible stained glass windows and carved gargoyles. It housed priceless Catholic relics and artifacts, paintings, statues and other treasured artwork. The cathedral's exterior has been the subject of numerous paintings, and it was the inspiration for Victor Hugo's famous novel, The Hunchback of Notre Dame. Aside from being one of the most important religious sites in France, it's also a symbol of Paris, and one of the city's most visited monuments with more than 30,000 people visiting the cathedral each day. As we learned, it is thought that an electrical fire sparked the blaze while the cathedral was undergoing renovation. It took nearly 12 hours and more than 400 firefighters to bring the fire under control. Spectators witnessed the great spire burn and tumble from its height of 305 feet to the ground as well as parts of the roof collapsing. Amazingly, the structural integrity of the towers and some of the building survived. Fortunately, some of the cathedral’s priceless treasures were rescued during the fire, including a centuries-old Crown of Thorns made from reeds and gold as well as the Blessed Sacrament. These valuables were taken to the Louvre Museum for safekeeping. Copper statues representing the 12 apostles and four evangelists were removed just days before as part of the restoration project. Despite the devastating inferno, when the fire was extinguished, the world was amazed to see that the altar and cross had survived. Experts plan to fortify and rebuild the 850-year-old cathedral. Donations have been abundant from French philanthropists and charities to fund the extensive rebuilding that is projected to take
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Florida Teens Stranded At Sea Call Out To God, Rescued By Captain Of Ship Called 'The Amen' Two Florida teens are thanking God for their lives for after being stranded at sea and then rescued. Tyler Smith and Heather Brown were spending the day swimming at Vilano Beach when they realized they had drifted two miles from the shore. Being so far from the coast and growing tired, the two knew they were in danger, so they began to call out to God. Captain Eric Wagner of a boat called ‘The Amen’ sailing from South Florida to New Jersey spotted the teens in the water. Wagner and his crew were able to pull Smith and Brown out of the water. "Overall the wind, waves and engines, we thought we heard a desperate scream," said Wagner. "Exhausted and near the end, the boy told me he called out for God's help. Then we showed up." Smith said it was clear that God had saved them. He said, “From us crying out to God for Him to send someone for us to keep living and a boat named 'Amen,' there's no way that it wasn't Him."
When Woman Shared Photo Of Anonymous Gift Found In A Book, It Sparks A Chain Of Good Deeds
An anonymous act of kindness has sparked a ripple effect of good deeds across Missouri after a woman bought a $17 book from Target in May. Ashley Jost (27) was shopping at Target looking for a book for a reading challenge she committed to with her friends. The challenge consisted of reading 10 pages of a book every day for 75 days. With this in mind, Jost grabbed a copy of Girl, Stop Apologizing: A Shame-Free Plan for Embracing and Achieving Your Goals, by Rachel Hollis. Upon returning home, Jost sat down on her couch and started reading when a $5 bill fell out of the book. Jost began thumbing through the
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The director behind I Can Only Imagine, the biggest faith-based movie of last year, has shared how the film is being used all over the world to bring people to God—even in China, where persecution remains severe. China actually funded the movie's translation, despite its extreme opposition to Christianity and ‘Western’ influences on religion. In the same year that China restricted Christianity, they paid for the right to translate the film and distribute it throughout China. Faith-based movies, especially those backed by an American audience, present an opportunity to spread the gospel through the medium of film. The Erwin brothers' 2018 film grossed $85 million worldwide against a production budget of $7 million, becoming the fourth highestgrossing music biopic of all-time in the United States.
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Leagues & Summer Fun At The Alley By Libby Hopkins
Summer is just around the corner and parents will be in search of fun activities or camps for their children to be a part of during their summer break. The Alley at SouthShore is one of those fun places for kids and their parents this summer. “The Alley has been a member of the South Shore community since our opening in March 2009,” said Faith Hanaway, Events and Sales Manager at The Alley at South Shore. “I am responsible for FUN at The Alley! Securing and orchestrating birthday parties, field trips, corporate events, family gatherings, networking groups and meetings, banquets and celebrations with our leagues.” The Alley at South Shore is 42,000 sq. ft. of fun that includes 24 bowling lanes, eight lane VIP bowling suites, an arcade packed with nearly 60 new and classic games and billiards, a full service restaurant and bar with big screen entertainment and an ice cream parlor. “Yearround, but most heavily, in the summer, we offer very economically priced field trip packages,” Hanaway said. “We are extremely fortunate to have so many local summer camps, public, private, charter and home schools that allow us to host their children.” During the summer months, on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, The Alley
offers Summer Cosmic Bowling. “Cosmic Bowling means black lights, colored twirling lights, even a spinning disco ball, accompanied by very upbeat, ‘mom approved’ music,” Hanaway said. “This year, Summer Cosmic starts on Tuesday, June 4 and ends on Wednesday, August 7. It is available on Tuesdays from 10 a.m.–12 Noon and Wednesdays from 1–3 p.m. and costs $8 per person, and includes bowling shoe rental.” The Alley at South Shore also offers league bowling on a year-round basis. “We have leagues for children of all ages, from three to 93,” Hanaway said. “Summer league session will start in May and June. The cost is nominal and the comradery is priceless. Relationships made on our lanes span distance and time.” League information is available at The Alley and on their website. “This summer, I hope to see The Alley, our lanes, restaurant and arcade full of families enjoying all of the wonderful things we have to offer,” Hanaway said. “Our commitment to providing a safe, familyfriendly entertainment is unwavering. I invite everyone to stop in and have some fun with us.” Visit www.thealleyatsouthshore.com or call Hanaway at 672-8353. The Alley at South Shore is located at 10221 Big Bend Rd. in Riverview.
Family-Owned P.F. Auto Glass Repair Business Celebrates 25 Years
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Riverview resiemployees at P.F. Auto dents Pat and Donna Glass are its main Fore have successfully assets. owned and operated “We strive to work P.F. Auto Glass, servwith our employees to ing customers in keep them knowledgeHillsborough County able and up-to-date for 25 years. Pat, origwith auto glass techinally from Chicago, niques,” said Donna. relocated to Tampa in “In return our employ1986 and married ees have respect for Donna, a Tampa the company and its native. Pat had three well-being.”-In honor of children and Donna P.F. Auto Glass is a family owned its 25th year in busiand operated and is celebrating 25 ness, the Fores have had twins, so together years of auto glass repair business. they were a family of decided to give back seven. Along with growing a successful to their clients as a thank you. local business, the Fores have also “Our top service technician, Jeff, grown their family to include 15 grandcame up with the idea to give a free children and two great-grandchildren. windshield repair voucher to every cusPat began working at a local auto tomer that filed an insurance windshield glass company in Tampa and after sevreplacement claim with us,” said Donna. eral ownership changes, he decided it “This is a free service and is transferwas time to start his own auto glass able to family, friends or to keep for company. In April 1994, P. F. Auto Glass themselves at a later date.” opened its doors for business and has P.F. Auto Glass prides itself cusgrown to become a successful company tomer’s satisfaction and business through an impeccable reputation of integrity while it also strives to be an honesty, integrity and quality workmanactive community partner. The Fores ship. As the company grew, Donna are involved in many community organijoined the family business to help hanzations including the Greater Riverview dle the daily operations. Chamber of Commerce where Donna “We started the business on a wing has earned the ‘Margy Watkins and a prayer,” said Donna. “However, Volunteer of the Year’ award, “Business we immediately earned the business of Person of the Year” award, and P. F. several car dealerships and body Auto Glass has earned the ‘Business of shops.” the Year’ award in 2018. In 1997, the Fores incorporated the In addition, Donna has served as a business and the insurance industry board member for the Greater provided even more customers to the Riverview Chamber of Commerce in already thriving company. many positions including director, treas“We are both very independent, and urer and president. Donna helped to so owning our own business gives us form the Riverview Woman’s Club and the ability to do things our way,” said Foundation which supports collegeDonna. “We believe that servicing our bound students with scholarships and auto glass customers and making cerworks toward the betterment of the tain that they are happy with the work is community. the gateway to our growth, as most of P.F. Auto Glass services customers our business comes from word of throughout Hillsborough County. For mouth.” information, visit www.PFAutoGlass.com Both Donna and Pat agree that the or call 741-3633. What you will find at Journey: • • • • •
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Honoring A Christian Author - Rachel Held Evans
By Kelly Wise Valdes
Rachel Held Evans, a well-known Christian blogger, author and speaker died on Saturday, May 4 from a massive brain swelling after being hospitalized for an infection. She was 37. Evans left behind two young children, a husband and four books to her name. Her death has been met with grief and appreciation from loyal readers, famous pastors who sparred with her, and especially young people who saw her as a mentor. Evans was a New York Times bestselling author who wrote about faith, doubt and life in the Bible-Belt. She had been featured in the Washington Post, The Guardian, Christianity Today, The Huffington Post, and the CNN Belief Blog, and on NPR, BBC, Today and The View. She served on President Obama’s Advisory Council on Faith-Based and Neighborhood Partnerships and kept a busy schedule speaking at churches, conferences and college and universities around the country. Evans did not lead a denomination or a movement or even a church, but she did invite people to come along as she worked through her relationship with Jesus. She publicly explored her faith and doubts in her writing and will be missed by many.
Inspired: Slaying Giants, Walking on Water and Loving Bible Again By: Rachel Held Evans
If the Bible isn't a science book or an instruction manual, then what is it? What do people mean when they say the Bible is inspired? When Rachel Held Evans found herself asking these questions, she began a quest to better understand what the Bible is and how it is meant to be read. What she discovered changed her, and it will change you too. Evans examines some of our favorite Bible stories and discovers that the Bible is not a static work but is a living, breathing book that can equip us to join God's loving and redemptive work in the world.
Faith Unraveled: How a Girl Who Knew All the Answers Learned to Ask Questions By: Rachel Held Evans
In this book, Evans recounts growing up in a culture that is obsessed with apologetics—struggling as her own faith unraveled one unexpected question at a time. In order for her faith to survive, she realizes it must adapt to change and evolve. Using an illustration her own spiritual journey that traveled from certainty to doubt to faith, Evans challenges you to disentangle your faith from false fundamentals and to trust in a God, who is big enough to handle your tough questions.
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See what happens when a thoroughly modern woman starts referring to her husband as "master" and "praises him at the city gate" with a homemade sign. With a mixture of humor and insight, compassion and incredulity, this book is an exercise in scriptural exploration and spiritual contemplation. What does God truly expect of women and is there really a prescription for biblical womanhood? Come along with Evans as she looks for answers in the rich heritage of biblical heroines, models of grace and all-around women of valor.
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In this book, Evans exposes her own thorny relationship with the church, articulating the concerns, frustrations, and hopes of many of her peers. Through a series of stories told around the church's sacraments— baptism, confession, communion and among others, Evans offers the beginnings of a road map back to church and the resurrection that awaits when we are willing to give up and begin again.
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Local Dentist Has Been A Part Of The Community For 30 Years
Rotary’s Camp Florida Seeks Donations For Environmental Center And Boardwalk
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