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Dr. Joe Martin Appears On Dad Devotionals Podcast—To Get Real With Christian Men

Dad Devotionals is a podcast for Christian fathers and husbands, and it’s released a new episode with Christian author and speaker Dr. Joe Martin. The Real Men Connect podcast host discussed how men can live a more authentic life in Christ and achieve their true purpose. Martin tells men how they can step up and show up better for God, their families, their colleagues and themselves. His straight talk is wrapped in biblical truth.

Dave Domzalski, host of Dad Devotionals, launched the podcast to help men become better versions of themselves through Christ. Fans of the podcast can contact Domzalski via email to provide feedback and ideas for the podcast or to become a guest on the show. The podcast can be found on Apple and Spotify, or you can listen to the episode at https://daddevotionals.com/podcast/64/.

Te Global Church Network’s Conference In Orlando Expected To Draw 700 International Church Leaders

The 20th anniversary Synergize Pastor and Leader Conference, organized by the Global Church Network (GCN), will equip and network more than 700 influential international evangelists and church leaders from 40 countries representing more than 100 denominations for evangelistic ministry. GCN is an international organization established in 2001 to mobilize the Body of Christ to fulfill the Great Commission. Synergize 2022 will highlight remaining priorities for fulfilling the Great Commission by the 2,000th anniversary of the founding of the Church. The conference will also highlight GCN’s other initiatives, including the Mount Everest Training Center (METC), the Global Church Divinity School, Million Ministers Mandate, Billion Hour Prayer Emphasis, Bible Translation Reformation and Global Church Evangelists Network.

Synergize 2022 will be held at the DoubleTree by Hilton at SeaWorld in Orlando and registration is available only via waitlist. A full event schedule and registration information is available at https://synergize.tv/.

Country Singer LeAnn Rimes To Release Faith-Inspired Album, God’s Work

GRAMMY Award-winning country music artist LeAnn Rimes is releasing a new album titled God’s Work, which she describes as “an inspirational record.” Rimes explained that the album’s title represents what we were placed

on earth to do.

“I actually have ‘God’s Work’ tattooed on my arm because I do believe that we are all a part of that and here to put down the doctrine and our own beliefs of duality and our diferences, and actually love one another and create a new world,” said Rimes. Some of the songs on the album explore the beauty of being human and holy. Rimes hopes that God’s Work, which will come out a little over 25 years after her first album, Blue, will bring people closer together during a time when there is so much division. The album is scheduled to release in early 2022. For more information, visit www.leannrimes.com.

Christian singer Dolly Parton has been named among the ‘People of the Year’ by the US People Magazine for her “transformative work” in society. Parton has been involved in many charitable eforts, including her Imaginary Library, which has given more than 160 million books to kids in need. In a recent interview, Parton said she did not want to be worshipped for her generosity and added that donating should not be done seeking admiration.

“I don’t want to be worshiped, because there’s a Scripture in my Bible that talks about idol worship,” Parton explained, “and I see that happening all the time with movie stars and these celebrities. People literally worship them more than they worship God.”

Parton has always been very vocal about her faith. The 10-time GRAMMY winner

grew up in a Christian household—her grandfather was a preacher at her church and her mother was a preacher’s daughter. For more information about Parton’s Imagination Library, visit www.imaginationlibrary.com.

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HEATH WEALTH MANAGEMENT, LLC TREATS CLIENTS LIKE FAMILY

By Tatiana Ortiz

For more than 20 years, Heath Wealth Management, LLC, located in Brandon, has helped provide families the opportunity to make smart financial decisions to achieve their most important goals financially. In addition, Health Wealth Management, LLC also continues to partner with its clients to help achieve these goals with a personalized strategy utilizing its established process that the company has refined over the years.

In August 2019, Heath Wealth Management, LLC became established. Elijah Heath, who is the president of Heath Wealth Management, LLC and a LPL financial planner, had been serving his clients since 1999, which includes 15 years at Edward Jones. The focus of Heath Wealth Management, LLC would be to provide financial advice to the Greater Tampa Bay region with a special passion for the residents of the Valrico and FishHawk communities.

Heath explained why he founded Heath Wealth Management, LLC.

“I saw a need within the community that I could fill,” Heath said.

The types of services ofered here include financial planning, wealth management, estate planning, retirement

planning, education planning, tax planning and much more. An array of products can also be found here, such as bonds, stocks, life insurance, annuities and more. Heath Wealth Management, LLC’s goal would be to provide superior client service, sound investment and wealth advice. For example,

Elijah Heath, president of Heath Wealth Man- Heath mentioned agement, LLC and an LPL fnancial planner. that many inves-

tors make a New Year’s commitment to get their finances in order or to set financial goals for the year and so forth can receive a second opinion at Heath Wealth Management, LLC at no charge. To add, Heath also stated that people do have a short period if they decide to contribute for the 2021 tax year before one loses the ability to do that, in reference to those inquiring if they should contribute to their IRA or Roth IRA. This is a complimentary consultation as well. “All in all, if someone has recently retired or considering it, they should take advantage of our complimentary consultation,” Heath said. For more information, visit https:// www.heathwealth.com. It is located at 620 E. Bloomingdale Ave. in Brandon. Call 556-7171.

CHICK-FIL-A OPENS FIRST PLANT CITY RESTAURANT WITH LOCAL HERO PRIZES AND $25,000 DONATION TO FEEDING AMERICA

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A new Chickfil-A® restaurant is open for business in Plant City with local resident Dawn Redmon as the independent franchised owner/operator.

Redmon will be responsible for all day-today activities of the business, including employing approximately 160 full and part-time team members, cultivating relationships with local organizations and neighboring businesses and serving guests. Chick-fil-A Plant City is located at 1101 Goldfinch Dr., of of Thonotosassa Rd., and will be open from 6:30 a.m.-10 p.m., Monday through Saturday.

A Florida native, Redmon grew up in Mulberry, just down the road from her new restaurant in Plant City. After graduating from Nova Southeastern College, she began teaching middle school while supporting a local Chick-fil-A restaurant with its marketing eforts. Inspired by the restaurant’s welcoming atmosphere, Redmon started working nights as a part-time team member and eventually left teaching to pursue a career with Chick-fil-A. She quickly rose to leadership positions within the restaurant and was selected to become the operator of Chick-fil-A Westfield Brandon in 2016. After serving the Brandon community for five years, she is thrilled

to transition into her new role as the operator of Chick-fil-A Plant City. Alongside her family, who will help support restaurant operations, Redmon is excited to call Plant City her new home and make a lasting impact in the community. “Throughout my life, mentoring youth has always

Chick-fl-A Plant City opened on December 2 at 1101 been my passion,” Goldfnch Dr., of of Tonotosassa Rd. said Redmon. “With

the opening of Chick-fil-A Plant City, I look forward to developing and encouraging my team members. As a local business owner, I am humbled by the opportunity to show care for our neighbors and serve our guests great-tasting food with Chickfil-A’s signature hospitality.” In place of the traditional Chick-fil-A First 100® grand opening celebration, Chick-fil-A Plant City surprised 100 local heroes making an impact in Hillsborough County with free Chick-fil-A for a year. Additionally, in honor of the new restaurant opening, Chick-fil-A donated $25,000 to Feeding America. The funds will be distributed to partners within the Greater Tampa area to aid in the fight against hunger. For more information about Chick-fil-A, visit www.chick-fil-a.com. For the latest news and updates on Chick-fil-A Plant City, visit the Chick-fil-A Plant City on its Facebook page @ChickfilAPlantCity.

VALRICO COMMUNITY COMES TOGETHER TO HELP QUEENA

By Libby Hopkins

Former Senator Ronda Storms recently held an event in Valrico to beneft Queena

Nguyen, who was brutally attacked at the Bloomingdale Library in 2008.

Queena Nguyen, who was brutally attacked at the Bloomingdale Library in 2008, is considered to be a champion in the Brandon community, and recently residents came together yet again to help support her.

“I remember, in 2011, Queena was set to lose the majority of her benefits on her 21st birthday when she aged out of child Medicaid services,” said Queena’s mother, Vanna Nguyen. “Former Senator Ronda Storms worked tirelessly on behalf of Queena, writing countless letters and having meetings with state agencies. Thank God for the help of Senator Rhonda Storms, Queena could be enrolled in the Aged and Disabled Adult Medicaid Waiver Program. So, she has been my hero and role model since then.”

Storms recently held a fundraiser for Queena and her family at Gather & Seek Vintique in Valrico.

“When Queena’s book first came out, I was hesitant to read it,” Storms said. “When I finally did, I was so inspired by the book, it was on my heart to do something, yet again for Vanna and Queena.” Storms’ son, Gideon, also was curi-

ous about Queena’s book, The Life She

Once Knew, as well. “When I told him what it was about and he read, he said we should do something for Queena,”

Storms said. “I knew then that we needed to do something since the book inspired my son and I.” Storms contacted Gather & Seek Vintique’s Alicia Bingham, who agreed to host the book signing fundraiser for Queena and Vanna. “The host committee for this event approached several artists in the community, who donated art for the event,” Vanna said. “This was a wonderful event and the event raised $3,195, which has been a blessing for Queena. We are so thankful for Rhonda and everyone who came together for this event.”

Vanna truly believes these community events help Queena in more ways than just financially.

“The community comes together to help lift our spirit and continues to support Queena towards her recovery,” Vanna said. “I feel how much the Lord loves Queena and sees our family through the community. We feel strongly that it was God’s intention to encourage us and support our family through the love of our community.”

To learn more about Queena’s book or to purchase a copy of it, visit Queena’s website at www.joinqueena.com.

WINDOW GENIE IS ONE-STOP SHOP FOR OUTDOOR HOME SERVICES FROM TOP TO BOTTOM

By Amy Schechter

It’s the perfect time of year. The holidays are approaching, and the cooler weather invites families and friends outdoors. There’s no better time to make sure your home and outdoor spaces look their best.

Mike and Mindy Barker of Window Genie of Southeast Tampa Bay are your onestop shop for outdoor home services. Locally and veteran-owned, they specialize in gutter cleaning, house washing, concrete/ paver washing and sealing and, of course, window washing and window tinting.

Having lived in the areas for over 13 years, they saw a need for a company you can trust. Have you ever paid for a job only to have it half finished or been unable to get in touch with a company when you aren’t happy? Window Genie stands by its work, and its professional team promises you will be happy with the job. Mindy tells customers, “My husband and I are the

owners. If you have an issue, we will come back and make it right. We guarantee our work. You can go to any Bob with a bucket pressure washer company, but who knows if they have insurance and knowledge?” Think about it. When you have individuals working on ladders and with chemicals, if something goes wrong, the cus-

Mike and Mindy Barker are the owners of Window Genie of Southeast tomer can be liable. Tampa Bay. Te company ofers gutter cleaning, house washing, con- Window Genie carries crete/paver washing and sealing and, of course, window washing and workers’ compenwindow tinting. sation insurance, so

nothing ever becomes the customer’s problem. Plus, look no further for holiday lighting. It ofers professional installation and custom light measurements. It helps design your holiday lighting vision, bring and install all materials, maintain your lighting during the season and take down and store everything until next year. It’s hassle-free, and there’s no more worrying about old lights going out or using up garage space. One phone call and they will come back out. Window Genie serves all of Brandon, Gibsonton, Lithia, Riverview, Apollo Beach, Valrico, Fish Hawk, Bloomingdale and Progress Village. To contact Window Genie to schedule an appointment or free consultation, call 906-5200 or visit www. windowgenie.com/se-tampa. You can also find the business on Facebook @Windowgenieofsetampabay.