Monthly Archives: February 2025

“Memoirvotional” Orphan No More: A 100-day Journey from Trauma to Redemption

FAITH NEWS SERVICE – FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Baltimore, MD/March 1 – New author Heather Williams is set to release her latest book, Orphan No More, a powerful “memoirvotional” that promises to inspire and uplift. The part memoir, part devotional is available, March 1st, 2025. To celebrate the book’s release and all God’s done, Heather Williams will be hosting an official book launch on Saturday March 1st, 2025 where readers can get exclusive insights into the testimony behind the book, enjoy live worship, and get their book signed. Readers in the Baltimore area can claim their free ticket here.

In Orphan No More, Williams takes readers on a riveting 100-day journey from the depths of despair to the unshakable joy and freedom found in a life surrendered to Christ. As a biracial child growing up in a turbulent and abusive home, Heather faced abandonment, addiction, and a paralyzing sense of unworthiness. But when she encountered the relentless love and redemptive power of Jesus, her life turned upside down. Through raw and honest storytelling, Heather reveals how God can take the most broken, traumatized, and shattered life and restore it to wholeness. Heather’s journey will inspire readers to believe that no matter how lost or damaged they feel, they are seen, valued, and never alone.

Nikki Lewis, international selling breakout author of Jezebel to Jesus calls “Orphan No More” a powerful story about a broken girl who took many wrong turns but ultimately found redemption and a deep love for God. Heather presents a unique blend of a memoir and a devotional—what she calls a “memoirvotional”—which delivers a captivating, faith-filled journey that will move you to tears, uplift your spirit, and draw you closer to Jesus. This is a must-read for anyone seeking purpose and freedom from their past.

Orphan No More is on sale now from Amazon and other major retailers. For more information about Orphan No More, to inquire about a review copy, or to schedule an interview, please contact Heather Williams at contact@iamheatherwilliams.com.

Heather Williams is a wife, mom, educator, speaker, author and most importantly, a lover of Jesus. When she isn’t caring for her family or serving in ministry, you can find her reading something fiction, shopping, or enjoying time with friends. Follow her on all socials @iamheatherwilliams.

New Book Helps You Take the Hand of Jesus Through Pain and Suffering Into a Life of Freedom And Purpose

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FAITH NEWS SERVICE – Have you ever found yourself in an unthinkable story? One you never asked to be a part of? Like me, I’m sure you have a story or two. How have you handled the journey through this unthinkable situation? Have you traded your pain, suffering, and heartache for freedom and purpose?

Or do you find yourself stuck in the moment, replaying the event over and over? When I found myself in that hopeless place, I discovered there was a hand reaching down to me, like a lifeline, inviting me into something more. The invitation was an exchange of ashes for beauty; it was freedom from suffering; and it was a relationship with a person of peace. That hand was Jesus’ reaching down for me.

In Unthinkable, I share my deeply personal story of tragedy and the miraculous transformation that followed. My story begins with the devastating loss of my son. In that unimaginable moment of pain and grief, I found myself completely broken, drowning in sorrow, and questioning how I would ever move forward. But it was in that dark valley that I encountered Jesus in a way I never had before.

As I sat in my deepest despair, I heard His voice whispering to me, reminding me that I was not alone. He reached into my pain and began a work of healing and restoration that I never thought possible. Through His presence, I found hope again. Through His love, I learned how to surrender my suffering and walk into a life of purpose.

In this book, you will learn to:

Surrender your pain for purpose
Walk through heartache with Jesus by your side
Exchange your suffering for healing
Gain God’s vision for your story
Equip yourself to be part of a bigger story

Only Jesus can transform our deepest sorrows into a life of abundance, beauty, and freedom.

Quotes from Unthinkable

“We had to get out of their way, so I went into the bathroom in the hallway that was close to his room. It was a single bathroom—it was just me and a mirror, and for the first time in a long time I cried out to God for help. I felt a desperation that I had never known in my life. Tears streaming down my face, I stared into the mirror and heard the Holy Spirit say, ‘Heather, this is about you coming back to me.’ It stopped me dead in my tracks. I was stunned. The God I believed in and knew as a little girl was right there with me. He had never left me, even though I was living my life without Him.”

“There is no one who has suffered more than Jesus. Not only did He suffer unimaginable physical pain, but He also bore the weight of mankind’s sin! He died a horrible death for you and me. Moved by His love for us and desire to see us set free, He went to the cross. We can’t even comprehend that. If we are going to identify with and be made like Jesus, then surely God will work through our pain and suffering too. And like Jesus, we have an opportunity to be ‘resurrected’ as well.”

“If we stay stuck in the loss and pain, then it’s all for nothing—the enemy wins. But I don’t want that to be your last chapter. I want you to overcome and lay it all down before Jesus so you can help others find their freedom in Him. There is so much suffering and pain in the world. So much loss, deception, and hurt. But we know this doesn’t have to be their story. We have a part to play, a piece of the puzzle for them. Let your loss be the treasure someone else gets to pick up. Let your story be the loaves and fishes that Jesus does a miracle with to feed others.”

A Life-Changing Read – Praise for Unthinkable

“This life is imperfect. Therefore we all experience pain and suffering. I applaud this author’s willingness to be open and transparent in her grief. She provides strategies to keep going. I recommend this book for anyone who feels stuck in the dark valley. This author offers the way to abundant life.”

“I love how transparent and honest Heather is in telling her personal story of how she overcame grief and sorrow through a tragedy that no one would want to experience. We all have or will experience suffering at some point in our lives because we live in a fallen world. Heather not only shares her own journey but also encourages us to remember who Jesus is and His truths throughout the scriptures. When we are reminded and stand on those promises, it enables us to move forward when hard and faith-trying times do come. This book will encourage you (as it has me) to keep running the race that God has called you to; increase your faith; and encourage you to share your testimony of what He has done in your life, even in our most difficult circumstances.”

“And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love Him, who have been called according to His purpose.” – Romans 8:28

“This book is very well written and shares personal stories from the author which really helps us relate with her. So often we hear about the good going on in our lives and how good God is, but it’s easy to say that God is good when everything is going well! This book, however, points to how God is good even when things in our lives are not. This book is so beautifully written and brought tears to my eyes. The author wrote her stories in such a raw and vulnerable way that helps us as readers feel connected to her. Even though our stories may not be the same as hers, we can still see how God could be there for us just as much as He has been for Heather. This book is a must-read!”

Find Unthinkable on Amazon.

About the Author
Heather Bradley is the founder of Truth:Freedom Ministry, a social media ministry for women to be equipped and encouraged in the things of God. She is passionate about helping people walk through the hard things of life. A Texas girl at heart, she loves the adventure of going to new places. She has been married to the love of her life, Kelly, for over 30 years, and they have four children. They homeschooled their kids and have lived all over the USA, but are happy to be home in Texas during this season. You will typically find her serving at her local church in pastoral care and women’s ministry. She received her Bachelor’s Degree in Education, later attended Bible School, and has been ordained in pastoral ministry.

Heather loves gardening, reading books, trying new recipes, and traveling. Her favorite place to be is sitting down for coffee with others while listening to them share their life stories. The latest news is that she is a first-time grandmother—so her new name is Gigi! Heather co-hosts a podcast, Leaving The Shallows, with her good friend, where they help listeners leave the shallow end and go into the deeper things of God. She is also a frequent guest on podcasts. Her prayer is that others would know the love of Jesus in their hardest moments here on earth, experience His healing and purpose, and know that He is always with them.

New One-Of-A-Kind Devotional Leads Women to Find Redemption and Purpose Through God’s Love

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FAITH NEWS SERVICE – Linda D. Moore’s book, “When Love Shows Up” will be available tomorrow February 25, 2025 and ebook free to download for five days through March 1, 2025.

In a world where many women struggle to find peace, purpose, and healing, author Linda D. Moore brings a message of redemption in her powerful new devotional, “When Love Shows Up: A Devotional of Hope, Healing, and Redemption through Poetry and Prose.”

This heartfelt collection of poetry and devotions speaks directly to those who have walked through hardship and wondered where God was in the midst of their pain. Through personal stories, original poetry, and Scripture-based reflections, Moore guides readers on a journey toward healing and deeper faith.

With thirty devotionals, “When Love Shows Up” includes:

Relevant Scriptures to ground each message in biblical truth
Original poetry that speaks to the heart and soul
Personal stories of overcoming life’s struggles through faith
Prayers to connect with God on a deeper level
Hope in Action—thought-provoking questions for self-reflection

Moore doesn’t shy away from difficult topics, addressing emotional abuse, abortion, and the temptations of sin with honesty and grace. Her writing offers comfort and encouragement to women at any stage of their faith journey—whether new to their walk with God or seasoned believers searching for renewed purpose.

No matter how far you’ve strayed, no matter how broken you feel, Moore’s book demonstrates the assurance that God’s love is always there, waiting for you, and that healing and purpose are possible when love shows up.

Linda Moore’s “When Love Shows Up” paperback will be available on Tuesday, February 25; with the e-book free to download on Amazon for 5 days, Tuesday, February 25 through March 1, 2025. Here’s what’s being said about “When Love Shows Up.”

Reading this devotional will spare you years of a self-imposed prison from keeping past blunders a secret. Linda not only bravely shares her past with you, but provides you the path to unlock your prison doors. I’m excited for this book and the freedom you’ll receive from reading it. —Jan McDonald, performance coach, leadership consultant, author of Fruitful Leadership: Leading by the Fruit of the Spirit

Linda Moore shows us what happens when love shows up. By sharing deeper parts of her story, we see into a life where secrets and pain have been washed clean by the deep love of a Savior. Page after page I was surprised and encouraged, and I felt her love as she shared her life. Easy to read yet challenging to apply as she dives deeply into her story, where she ultimately found healing. —Dr. Andy DeWitt, ghostwriter, author of Gates of Hell

For interviews, contact Info@LindaDMoore.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ldkmoore

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Linda D. Moore became unabashedly Christian at fifty-two years of age. She recently received her associates degree through the International School of Ministry, and is a long-time member of the Northwest Christian Writers Association. Before retiring in 2011, she worked as a vice president for a major commercial bank. The author of three books, she and her husband live in Richland, Washington, and have one daughter and two grandchildren.

Closing the missions gap: New partnership empowers churches to send and support missionaries

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FAITH NEWS SERVICE – Raleigh, N.C. – The decline in the number of missionaries since 2001 is alarming. A 2024 report by Nations Outreach found 430,000 missionaries serving full-time on the mission field – down from 1,135,000 missionaries in 2001. Nearly half of them serve five years or less.

In an effort to address both the need for laborers and uncertainties faced by local churches, Missions:Together (M:T), announced a new partnership with Here2There Ministries (H2T) Feb. 20. The partnership offers a wider audience access to Here2There’s cohorts, coaching and resources, because churches want to advance missions but often do not know how.

Here2There’s curriculum complements M:T’s vision of helping churches, missionaries and networks develop strategic plans for missions. This is all in an effort to reverse negative trends.
“We believe every church can actively participate in missions,” said Carl Dobrowolski, Missions:Together’s Advancement Lead. “By coming alongside pastors and leaders, we want to bridge the gap between intention and execution.”

Mark Knetsch, Missions:Together Visionary Lead, said, “We’re joining efforts to equip, encourage and connect churches with pathways to see the world transformed by the gospel.”

Through this partnership, participants will receive tailored coaching for mission strategy development and learn directly from H2T leaders through in-person and virtual expos and workshops. Co-organized events aim to mobilize laypeople for missions, send more to the mission field, and strengthen care and partnerships between missionaries and churches.

M:T and H2T believe that every church is a sending church – and every person is a missionary. Together they seek to “equip leaders, laypeople and missionaries with the confidence and tools to turn vision into action – helping churches send and reach the nations.”

Stefanie Nicholson, executive director for Here2There said, “We want to see churches move from uncertainty to action. Our prayer is that through these resources and tools, we’ll see leaders send, church members go, and partnerships thrive.”

Here2There provides training through a 10-session program called Association of Mission Partnership Development (AMPD). AMPD courses are available in different formats for churches, missionaries and organizations, and cover three phases: missions strategy; missionary care and partnerships; and sending. Courses typically take about 10 months to complete.

About Missions:Together

Missions:Together seeks to accelerate missions through gospel unity, primarily by curating Kingdom collaboration through regular expos, trainings and digital resources. M:T connects individuals and churches to mission organizations and leaders locally, regionally and globally. They encourage church leaders and laypeople to understand their vision for missions and become familiar with the different channels and partners they have to accomplish it. M:T networks currently exist in Raleigh, N.C., and New York, N.Y., with more being organized in other cities.

About Here2There

Here2There, based in Jacksonville, Fla., is a resource and support base for local churches and missionaries. They work with churches to raise up and send their people to serve locally, nationally and around the world, while also working with missionaries to develop thriving partnerships with their sending churches – so all actively participate in making disciples of all nations.

The first co-organized event is a Lunch and Learn on April 8 in Raleigh. The discussion will cover three things every church needs to launch a thriving missions team.

A co-organized regional expo is scheduled for this spring in Jacksonville.

To sign up for an AMPD course as a M:T member, fill out this interest form. To receive updates, subscribe to the M:T newsletter at www.missionstogether.church.

Web: missionstogether.church
Facebook: @missionstogether.church
Instagram: @missionstogether

For media inquiries, please contact:
Liz Tablazon
Communications Coordinator
missionstogether.liz@gmail.com

Free Spirit Life Workshop Equips Christian Leaders with PRACTICAL ABIDING Strategies for Increased Kingdom Impact

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FAITH NEWS SERVICE – [Dallas, TX] – [02/20/25] Christian leaders seeking to deepen their connection with Christ and operate in greater spiritual authority are invited to attend PRACTICAL ABIDING, a FREE Mini Spirit Life Workshop on Zoom.

This 1.5-hour Spirit-led training will focus on powerful tools for meditating on God’s commands, promises and their conditions in scripture for daily abiding in Christ. Participants will learn how to personally encounter Jesus in a life-transforming way to ensure His guidance for leading others.

Offered by Spirit Life Workshops, this simple but effective discipleship opportunity is tailored for any Christian who has influence over a group of people including parents, pastors, missionaries, ministry leaders, Kingdom business owners, and Bible-study and small group leaders.

“This brief yet powerful opportunity equips leaders with practical, Spirit-led tools to effortlessly deepen their connection with Christ and step boldly into their full Kingdom authority.” said Dr. Patty Sadallah, Spirit Life Workshops Founder.

Attendees will:

Cultivate Holy habits that will enhance their leadership and decision-making
Involve the Holy Spirit in Scripture meditation and discernment
Develop skills to foster intimacy with Christ
Encounter Jesus by learning how to activate spiritual senses to increase discernment.
Overcome common barriers to experiencing God’s presence.

When asked how learning these skills affected her leadership impact, Spirit Life Circle Mentor, Sue DeJesus responded: “Teaching others how to encounter Jesus with all their senses through Dialogue Journaling is the single most powerful intimacy-building skill any Follower of Jesus can learn because it assures a destiny-filled and Holy Spirit-Led life.”

Spirit Life Workshops is a disciple making organization committed to strengthening the body of Christ with Spirit-Led strategies that empower fulfillment in God’s plans and purposes. There are several days and times available for this workshop. For more information and to register or to request a PRACTICAL ABIDING session for your own team, visit https://SpiritLifeWorkshops.com/Upcoming-Workshop or contact Dr. Patty Sadallah at Patty@SpiritLifeWorkshops.com

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New Devotional Invites Readers to Take a Daily Slow Walk with Jesus

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FAITH NEWS SERVICE – United States—Monday, February 10, 2025

Debbie Ashley’s Faith Refreshed: A Slow Walk with Jesus will be available tomorrow February 11, 2025 and ebook free to download for five days through February 15, 2025.

What if you could take a slow, reflective walk with Jesus—listening to Him teach along the shore of the Sea of Galilee, witnessing His miracles, and hearing His words of life firsthand? While we must wait for heaven to see Him face to face, “Faith Refreshed: A Slow Walk with Jesus” by Debbie Ashley offers a way to draw close to Him right now.

This beautifully written thirty-day devotional invites readers to step into Gospel stories and experience the teachings of Jesus in a deeply personal way. Through daily scripture readings, reflections, and thought-provoking questions, “Faith Refreshed” helps readers strengthen their faith by encountering Jesus through the eyes of those He ministered to—a skeptic, a weeping woman, a faithful friend, a persistent widow, and many others.

Designed for both new and seasoned believers, each devotion features:

A designated Gospel reading to ground the day’s reflection.
A deeper look at the passage and its application to daily life.
Thoughtful questions for personal reflection and spiritual growth.
Space for journaling and responding to what God reveals.
An inspirational quote that reinforces the day’s theme.

Debbie Ashley, a passionate Bible teacher and writer, understands the need for faith to be both refreshing and practical. With “Faith Refreshed,” she offers readers a way to move beyond routine faith and into a deeper, more intimate walk with Christ.

This book isn’t just about reading Scripture—it’s about slowing down to listen, absorb, and apply the words of Jesus to our lives allowing our hearts to be transformed by walking with Him daily.

Whether read alone, in a small group, or as part of a church study, “Faith Refreshed”provides an accessible and powerful way to engage with Scripture. Readers looking for encouragement, renewal, and a fresh encounter with Jesus will find this devotional to be a life-giving companion on their faith journey.

Debbie Ashley’s “Faith Refreshed” paperback will be available on Tuesday, February 11; with the e-book free to download on Amazon for 5 days, Tuesday, February 11 through February 15, 2025 “Faith Refreshed” debuted to rave reviews! Here’s what just a couple of the reviewers have said:

Chelsey M

5 Stars – Go deeper in your walk with Jesus

Faith Refreshed allowed me to see men and women from the Bible in a different light. The author writes in a way that their stories are so relatable to our lives today. The questions at the end of each day allow you apply what you’ve read both in Scripture and in the devotional in a very practical way. This devotional is a wonderful tool wherever you may find yourself on your faith journey.

Jan Hoffman

5 Stars Challenged me to trust God through all situations

Faith Refreshed is a devotional that will help build your faith. The author describes Biblical Characters who struggled with fears and unanswered questions. She explains how their faith grew stronger as they learned to trust God. I highly recommend this devotional to encourage you in your walk with God.

For interviews, contact: debbie@aplaceforsimplicity.com

Website: www.aplaceforsimplicity.com

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Debbie Ashley earned a bachelor of science degree in Bible and has enjoyed teaching the Bible and discipling others on the local church level for over thirty years. The author of Faith Unhindered: Finding the Freedom to Trust God Completely, she loves to share hope and God’s Word to help people on their faith journey. She and her husband, Mark, live in northeast Ohio, where Mark serves as the lead pastor at their church. They have been married for thirty-seven years and enjoy spending time with their three adult children, two daughters-in-law, and their grandson.

New Book Shares Miraculous True Story of a Family’s Faith and God’s Divine Intervention

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FAITH NEWS SERVICE – United States—Monday, February 10, 2025

Melissa Harris’s “Rewrite This Tragedy: A Beautiful Story of God’s Presence, Provision, and Divine Intervention” will be available tomorrow February 11, 2025 and ebook will be free to download for five days through February 15, 2025.

What would you do if the unthinkable happened? For Melissa and Mike Harris, an ordinary family hike in Ohio’s Hocking Hills turned into a life-altering moment when a falling tree branch struck their four-year-old daughter, Mia, head-on. In an instant, their world shattered—until a desperate prayer changed everything.

In “Rewrite This Tragedy,” Melissa Harris shares the gripping true story of their family’s terrifying ordeal, the moments they thought they had lost their daughter forever, and the undeniable way God stepped in to rewrite what seemed like a tragic ending.

This story isn’t just about a terrifying accident—it’s about faith, hope, and the power of prayer. When Melissa held Mia in her arms, she remembered the woman in the Bible who touched Jesus’s garment and was healed. She clung to that same faith, pleading for a miracle. What happened next was nothing short of God’s hand at work.

From the rocky trails of Ohio to the hospital room where doctors were stunned by Mia’s recovery, “Rewrite This Tragedy” offers readers an unforgettable journey of faith, resilience, and God’s unmistakable presence in life’s most impossible moments.

Melissa invites readers to witness the beauty of God’s provision and experience the transformation that happens when we trust Him in our darkest hours. Heart-wrenching yet faith-affirming, “Rewrite This Tragedy” is a powerful testimony to the One who can redeem even the most devastating circumstances.

Melissa Harris’s “Rewrite This Tragedy” paperback will be available on Tuesday, February 11; with the e-book free to download on Amazon for 5 days, Tuesday, February 11 through February 15, 2025 “Rewrite This Tragedy” debuted to rave reviews! Here’s what just a couple of the reviewers have said:

Chelsey M

5 Stars Page Turner

You won’t put this book down once you begin reading. The author invites you into her worst nightmare and vulnerably shares the emotional and mental battle that was going on within. God is the hero of this story and it’s a beautiful tribute to a family’s faith in an all powerful God! Though you may not face a tragedy of this magnitude, we all go through mountains and valleys in our faith journeys. This book allows the reader to have a front row seat to the faith journey of this remarkable family. You will laugh. You will cry. You will be inspired. Thank you for sharing this beautiful story!

Lpfanaddy

5 Stars – Beautiful

This pulled me right in and I read it one evening. A harrowing experience shared in a beautiful way, the Harris family kept their eyes and hearts open and allowed the Lord to shine through their darkest moments. Beautiful read!

For interviews contact: rewritethistragedy@gmail.com

Website: www.rewritethistragedy.org

ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Author Melissa Harris has a BA from Cedarville University. With her passion for Jesus, ministry, sports, and fitness, she worked first assisting a sports and recreation pastor, then as a church fitness manager. After marrying her husband, Mike, fourteen years ago, she became a stay-at-home mom for their three children, Mariah, Micah, and Mia. The family lives in Cleveland, Ohio, where they enjoy activities such as hiking, biking, swimming, sports, road trips, and dreaming up random adventures.

Record Number of Organizations Recognized for Excellence as Certified Best Christian Workplaces in 2024

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FAITH NEWS SERVICE – (Mercer Island, WA)—Today, Best Christian Workplaces honors 280 faith-based organizations and Christian-owned businesses as Certified Best Christian Workplaces in 2024.

These Certified Best Christian Workplaces represent a variety of Christian organizations, including churches, parachurch ministries, mission organizations, Christian-owned businesses, Christian schools, and universities. On a 5-point scale, certified organizations score at 4.0 and above on Best Christian Workplaces’ Employee Engagement Survey which is based on rigorous research reflecting more than 20 years of experience.

Engaged and empowered employees, with leaders who are committed to fostering trust, are always the foundation of a healthy workplace. Even as workplace trends shift over the years, the values and behaviors embodied in the Best Christian Workplaces’ trademarked FLOURISH Factors are a hallmark of a thriving workplace. Employees and volunteers bring energy and enthusiasm to their work when organizations provide Healthy Communication, Fantastic Teams, Uplifting Work, Inspirational Leadership, and more.

Jay Bransford, President and CEO of Best Christian Workplaces says: “It is an honor to celebrate every Christian leader who actively cares for the people God has entrusted to them (see 1 Peter 5:2). Each of the Christian-led workplaces on this list shares a common desire—to see all of their staff be healthy, even flourishing, and represent Christian values and beliefs in a way that attracts people to Christ! The leaders of these organizations have courageously asked for feedback, humbly considered that input, and diligently taken committed actions in response. These Certified Best Christian Workplaces are setting the standard as Christians of what it looks like to be the best, most effective places to work in the world. We are grateful for the way they reflect Christ to those they serve.”

This year’s results show the growing impact of Best Christian Workplaces on employee engagement, with added capacity to serve more workplaces on their road to flourishing. The past four years have shown a significant increase in the number of Certified Best Christian Workplaces, from 208 in 2021 to 280 in 2024. Certified Best Christian Workplaces are spread across the United States, Canada, and 10 countries in Asia, Africa, Latin America, Europe, and Oceania.

Best Christian Workplaces is positioned to serve even more organizations in 2025. Jay Bransford extends an invitation to you: “Take your own steps toward experiencing a flourishing workplace. If you are a Christian executive, contact us to find out how you can utilize our renowned engagement survey, professional coaching and consulting, and actionable resources. Or forward this to your organization’s leaders to let them know that our resources are available to them. We have an amazing team of consultants to come alongside you and guide you on your road to flourishing.”

To invest in employee engagement and create a flourishing workplace, contact Best Christian Workplaces. We will equip you through our Employee Engagement Survey and professional consulting services to create an engaged, flourishing workplace.

The following organizations are honored as Certified Best Christian Workplaces in 2024. Visit the Best Christian Workplaces Certification Page at workplaces.org for search and filter options.

Camps & Conference Centers

Center for Christian Growth – T Bar M Camps – New Braunfels, TX

Cho-Yeh Camp and Conference Center – Livingston, TX

Eagle Lake – Colorado Springs, CO

Glen Eyrie Castle & Colorado Conference Center – Colorado Springs, CO

New Life Ranch – Colcord, OK

SAMBICA Camps & Retreats – Bellevue, WA

Skylark Camps – Bedford, TX

Summit Ministries – Manitou Springs, CO

Christian Schools

Augustine Classical Academy – Mechanicville, NY

Bradford Christian School – Bradford, England, UK

Calvary Christian Academy Boynton Beach – Boynton Beach, FL

Calvary Christian Academy Fort Lauderdale Campus – Fort Lauderdale, FL

Calvary Christian Academy Hollywood Campus – Hollywood, FL

Calvary Christian Academy North Miami – Miami, FL

Calvary Christian School – Bellefontaine, OH

Chapel Hill Christian Academy – Clarksville, TN

Cherry Hills Christian School – Highlands Ranch, CO

Colegio Cristiano Nicolas – Ixil, Nebaj, Guatemala

Covenant Christian Academy – Warrenton, VA

Covenant Christian High School – Indianapolis, IN

The Covenant School – Dallas, TX

Denton Calvary Academy – Denton, TX

Flatirons Academy – Westminster, CO

Gaston Christian School – Gastonia, NC

Grace International School – Hang Dong, Chiang Mai, Thailand

Grand View Christian – Des Moines, IA

Grapevine Faith Christian School – Grapevine, TX

Harvest Christian Academy – Elgin, IL

Harvest Christian Academy – Keller, TX

Hendersonville Christian Academy – Hendersonville, TN

Highlands Christian College – Toowoomba, QLD, Australia

Hope Academy GSO – Greensboro, NC

Immanuel Christian School – Springfield, VA

John Knox Christian School – Oakville, ON, Canada

Kigali International Community School – Kigali City, Kigali, Rwanda

King’s Christian College – Head Office – Burleigh, QLD, Australia

King’s Christian College – Logan Village Campus – Logan Village, QLD, Australia

Knox Christian School – Bowmanville, ON, Canada

Landmark Christian School – Fairburn, GA

Life Christian Academy – Sulphur, LA

Lincoln Christian School – Tulsa, OK

Logos Preparatory Academy – Sugar Land, TX

Lutheran High School – Parker, CO

Morrison Academy Taichung – Taichung, Taiwan

Naples Christian Academy – Naples, FL

North Valley Christian Academy – Phoenix, AZ

Opendoor Education – Winterville, NC

Southeast Christian School – Parker, CO

Toledo Christian Schools -Toledo, OH

Toronto District Christian High School – Woodbridge, ON, Canada

Trinity Christian Academy – Jacksonville, FL

Trinity Christian School – Carbondale, IL

Trinity Christian School – Keene, NH

Wheaton Academy – West Chicago, IL

Christian-Owned Businesses

ACR Supply Company – Durham, NC

Advanced Propane Inc – Lebanon, TN

AFG Rentals – Grandview, TX

Anchor Transportation – Whites Creek, TN

Beacon Wealth Consultants – Roanoke, VA

Bethesda Health Clinic & Hangers of Hope – Tyler, TX

BMC Accounting – Frederick, MD

Brewer Direct, Inc – Monrovia, CA

C12 – San Antonio, TX

CapinCrouse LLP – Indianapolis, IN

Civil Southeast, LLC – Andalusia, AL

Coastal Creek Design LLC – Mount Pleasant, SC

Colorado Center for Dermatology – Centennial, CO

Danley Sound Labs – Gainesville, GA

Davidson Wealth Management – Davidson, NC

Deck Designs of Brentwood – Dickson, TN

Dow Smith Contracting Company, Inc. – Smyrna, TN

The FOCUS Group – St. Augustine, FL

Grade A Construction – Mt. Juliet, TN

Haines Structural Group – Knoxville, TN

Harris Beverages – Durham, NC

Healthkeeperz – Pembroke, NC

HumCap LP – Plano, TX

LuGreg Trucking – Kingfisher, OK

Lumbee River Electric Membership Corporation – Pembroke, NC

Mosaic Family Wealth – St. Louis, MO

Outreach – Colorado Springs, CO

Parable – Fort Collins, CO

Pay Tel Communications, Inc. – Greensboro, NC

The Pelora Group – Charlotte, NC

Player’s Fitness and Performance – Frederick, MD

Premier Custom-Built Cabinetry – New Holland, PA

Remodel Health – Indianapolis, IN

Rent-A-Home of the Triad, Inc. – Greensboro, NC

The Rock Group – Hutchinson, KS

RoleModel Software – Apex, NC

Signet Mills Inc – Spartanburg, SC

SonicAire – Winston-Salem, NC

Spiars Engineering and Surveying – Plano, TX

Tina Barnard Designs – Raleigh, NC

Total Computer Solutions – Greensboro, NC

TwelveStone Health Partners – Murfreesboro, TN

Values First Advisors – Gray, TN

Wilson Lumber – Huntsville, AL

Churches

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Ada Bible Church – Ada, MI

BattleCreek Church – Broken Arrow, OK

Bayside – Bradenton, FL

Calvary Baptist Church of Winston-Salem – Winston-Salem, NC

Centerpoint Church – Murrieta, CA

Central Christian Church – Mesa, AZ

Central Community Church – Wichita, KS

Christ Church – Lake Forest, IL

Christ Community Church – Omaha, NE

Christian Life Assembly – Langley, BC

Christ’s Church of the Valley – Peoria, AZ

Church at the Cross – Grapevine, TX

Church on the Move – Tulsa, OK

City on a Hill – Carlton South, VIC, Australia

Community Christian Church – Naperville, IL

Concord Church – Dallas, TX

Cornerstone Church of Ames – Ames, IA

Cornerstone United Methodist Church – Smyrna, TN

Credo Kirche – Wuppertal, Germany

The Crossing Church – Costa Mesa, CA

Discovery Church – Orlando, FL

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Faith Promise Church – Knoxville, TN

Fearless Churches – Holland, MI

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First Baptist Belton – Belton, TX

First Cutlerville Christian Reform Church – Byron Center, MI

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Fresh Start Church – Egg Harbor Township, NJ

Grace Bible Church – Virginia Beach, VA

Grace Fellowship – Brooklyn Park, MN

Great Oaks Community Church – Germantown Hills, IL

Harvest Church – Billings, MT

Journey Church – Bozeman, MT

Lakeside Church – Oakland, FL

Life Center – Spokane, WA

Lifepoint Church – Fredericksburg, VA

LowCountry Community Church – Bluffton, SC

Miracle Life Family Church – Lusaka, Zambia

Mission Community Church – Gilbert, AZ

The Moody Church – Chicago, IL

Mountain Springs Church – Colorado Springs, CO

New Life Bible Fellowship – Tucson, AZ

NewSpring Church – Anderson, SC

New Vision – Murfreesboro, TN

Northland Church – Longwood, FL

Northside Christian Church – New Albany, IN

Oak Hills Church – San Antonio, TX

Pathway Church – Wichita, KS

Port City Community Church – Wilmington, NC

Redeemer Church – Tulsa, OK

Redeemer Lincoln Square – New York, NY

Redeemer West Side – New York, NY

River Pointe Church – Richmond, TX

Sage Hills Church – Wenatchee, WA

Seacoast Church – Mount Pleasant, SC

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St. Peter Chanel – Roswell, GA

Summit Church – Durham, NC

Suncrest Christian Church – St John, IN

Sunlight Community Church – Port St Lucie, FL

Traders Point Christian Church – Indianapolis, IN

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Trinity Church – Lansing, MI

Trinity Fellowship – Amarillo, TX

Vale Church – Bloomington, IL

Vineyard Cincinnati – Cincinnati, OH

Watermark Fort Worth – Fort Worth, TX

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4KIDS – Ft. Lauderdale, FL

BsideU for Life – Louisville, KY

Care Net – Lansdowne, VA

Care Net of Puget Sound – Tacoma, WA

Child Bridge – Bigfork, MT

Children at Heart Ministries – Round Rock, TX

Christian Children’s Home of Ohio – Wooster, OH

Christian Community Action – Lewisville, TX

Christian Family Care – Phoenix, AZ

Circle of Care – Oklahoma City, OK

Compass – Kearney, NE

Cookson Hills – Kansas, OK

FaithBridge Foster Care – Alpharetta, GA

FIVE18 Family Services – Lynchburg, VA

Hope Children’s Home – Tampa, FL

Life Network – Colorado Springs, CO

Promise 686 – Peachtree Corners, GA

Redeemer Counseling Services – New York, NY

Resource Health Services – Lee’s Summit, MO

Higher Education

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Carolina College of Biblical Studies – Fayetteville, NC

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Northwestern College – Orange City, IA

Olivet Nazarene University – Bourbonnais, IL

Ozark Christian College – Joplin, MO

Prairie College – Three Hills, AB, Canada

Sattler College – Boston, MA

Tabor College – Millswood, SA, Australia

Taylor University – Upland, IN

Trinity Baptist College – Jacksonville, FL

Media

In Touch Ministries – Atlanta, GA

Intentional Life Media – Tucson, AZ

Living on the Edge – Suwanee, GA

PositiveMedia – Mitcham, VIC, Australia

Rhema Media – Auckland, NSW, New Zealand

Tyndale House Publishers – Carol Stream, IL

WGTS 91.9 – Rockville, MD

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Agros International – Seattle, WA

Apartment Life – Euless, TX

Bible League International – Crete, IL

CDF Capital – Irvine, CA

Christian Medical & Dental Associations – Bristol, TN

Fellowship of Christian Athletes – Support Center – Kansas City, MO

Generosity Path – Chattanooga, TN

Generous Giving – Chattanooga, TN

The Gideons International – Nashville, TN

HOPE International – Lancaster, PA

International Fellowship of Evangelical Students – Petaling Jaya, Selengor, Malaysia

International Leadership Institute – Carrollton, GA

Jewish Voice Ministries International – Phoenix, AZ

Joni and Friends – Agoura Hills, CA

Lifeshape – Atlanta, GA

Love Justice International – Lincoln, NE

Man in the Mirror – Casselberry, FL

Mennonite Mission Network – Elkhart, IN

Mentoring Alliance – Tyler, TX

The Navigators – Colorado Springs, CO

New Horizons Ministries, Inc – Canon City, CO

Partners International Canada – Brampton, ON, Canada

PastorServe, Inc. – Monument, CO

P2C (Power to Change) – Vancouver, BC, Canada

Precept – Chattanooga, TN

Pure Desire Ministries International – Troutdale, OR

Sister Connection – Wenatchee, WA

Stonecroft Ministries – Kansas City, MO

The Salvation Army Kroc Center Suisun – Suisun, CA

The Salvation Army Kroc Center Omaha – Omaha, NE

Untold – Atlanta, GA

Veritas Forum – Cambridge, MA

WinShape Foundation, Inc. – Mt Berry, GA

Word of Life Fellowship – Schroon Lake, NY

World Impact – Wichita, KS

World Vision – Federal Way, WA

Products & Services

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Association of Christian Schools International – Colorado Springs, CO

Axis – Colorado Springs, CO

Baptist Homes and Healthcare Ministries – Jefferson City, MO

CCMBC Legacy Fund – Winnipeg, MB, Canada

Choice Books – Bristow, VA

Classical Conversations – Southern Pines, NC

Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability – Winchester, VA

Geneva Benefits Group – Lawrenceville, GA

Impact Foundation – Albuquerque, NM

Mercury One Inc – Irving, TX

National Christian Foundation – Alpharetta, GA

The Parable Group – San Luis Obispo, CA

Samaritan Ministries International – Peoria, IL

The Signatry – Overland Park, KS

Talanton – Newtown Square, PA

Thornston Educational Fund – Wrightwood, CA

Trinity Ministries – Jacksonville, FL

Rescue Missions

Atlanta Mission – Atlanta, GA

Charlotte Rescue Mission – Charlotte, NC

The City Mission – Cleveland, OH

Lexington Rescue Mission – Lexington, KY

Miracle Hill Ministries – Greenville, SC

Outreach – Indianapolis, IN

Philly House – Philadelphia, PA

Phoenix Rescue Mission – Phoenix, AZ

Seattle’s Union Gospel Mission – Seattle, WA

Union Gospel Mission – Vancouver, BC, Canada

Union Mission – Norfolk, VA

Visalia Rescue Mission – Visalia, CA

Water Street Mission – Lancaster, PA

Wheeler Mission – Indianapolis, IN

Wyoming Rescue Mission – Casper, WY

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World Challenge Offers Preaching Book from World-Renowned Pastors

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FAITH NEWS SERVICE – For immediate release: World Challenge presents The Power of Preaching, showcasing the purpose and effectiveness of true biblical preaching in the words of acclaimed ministers from around the world (Ambassador International; February 4, 2025, $17.99). Each chapter shares wisdom and experience from seasoned proclaimers of the Gospel, including Gary Wilkerson, Voddie Baucham, R. T. Kendall, and Joshua West.

Through the means of biblical study and personal experience, the authors hope to encourage younger pastors and Christian leaders to stay the course as they preach God’s Word, admonishing them to struggle against their own desires and the temptation to cater to their audience.

“As you read their messages, may you see God,” writes Wilkerson. “May God strike you with a sense of Who He is—His might, splendor, and majesty. May He keep you from smallness of thought, heart, mind, study, passion, and the view of God. May God once again give you a high and lifted-up view of Who He is and may that change everything about your preaching.”

World Challenge was founded by David Wilkerson in 1971 to “transform lives through the mission and message of Jesus Christ.” The organization seeks to lead missions, plant churches, aid in orphan relief, provide for widows, open drug and alcohol rehabilitation centers, and evangelize around the world.

About the Authors

John Bailey came to know Christ in 1981 in the Tampa City Jail and has been serving the Lord in pastoral ministry for thirty-five years. A graduate of Southeastern University, he is the vice president of ministry and operations at World Challenge, Inc., and founding pastor of The Springs Church in Jacksonville, Florida. God has led him to spread the Gospel in over fifty nations as a pastor, missionary, and evangelist to Cork, Ireland.

Voddie T. Baucham, Jr., is a pastor, church planter, author, and professor known for his ability to demonstrate the Bible’s relevance to everyday life without compromising the centrality of Christ and the Gospel. He is the dean of the School of Divinity at African Christian University in Lusaka, Zambia.

Carter Conlon serves as the general overseer of Times Square Church in New York City. He founded Feed New York, supplying food assistance through local churches, and Worldwide Prayer Meeting, a weekly online prayer meeting that draws participants from 207 countries. He hosts two syndicated radio shows, It’s Time to Pray and A Call to the Nation.

Tim Dilena, senior pastor of Times Square Church, has been a regular speaker for the Major League Baseball and National Football League chapels. Author of The 260 Journey, a daily reading and devotional through the New Testament, he travels with Gary Wilkerson and Nicky Cruz and speaks at global pastors’ conferences for World Challenge, where he also serves on the board of directors.

Claude Houde is the founder and senior pastor of New Life Church, one of the largest churches in Canada and the francophone world. An author and international speaker, Claude has brought a message of hope to more than fifty countries and hosts the Café Matinal podcast and YouTube channel. Claude is president of the board of directors of the Christian Association for the Francophone World and chairman of the Institute of Theology for the Francophonie. He is a also a member of the board of directors of World Challenge.

R. T. Kendall has authored more than sixty books, in addition to being an international speaker and pastor. Educated at Southern Baptist Theological Seminary and Oxford University, he pastored local churches and served as senior minister of London’s Westminster Chapel for twenty-five years.

Joshua West is a pastor, evangelist, and author. He is the director of World Challenge Publishing and executive director of the pastors’ network at World Challenge, speaking at conferences, crusades, and churches around the world. His ministry focuses on biblical preaching and teaching with a high view of God and the Scripture that centers around the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

Gary Wilkerson is a pastor, author, podcast host, and the president of World Challenge, an international mission organization founded by his father, David Wilkerson. He has traveled nationally and internationally and conducted mission ventures, such as church plants, orphanages, clinics, and feeding programs among the poorest of the poor and the most unreached people of the earth.

To connect with the authors or request a review copy of The Power of Preaching, please contact publicity director Kimberly Davis at media@emeraldhouse.com.

New Memoir “Broken and Restored” Shines Light on Healing from Childhood Abuse, Addiction, and Rejection

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FAITH NEWS SERVICE – United States—Monday, February 3, 2025

Teresa Moyer’s “Broken and Restored” paperback will be available tomorrow February 4, 2025 and ebook free to download for five days through February 8, 2025.

In a world where so many suffer in silence, “Broken and Restored” by Teresa Moyer offers a powerful message of hope, healing, and redemption. This gripping memoir details Moyer’s harrowing journey through childhood abuse, lifelong rejection, addiction, and the unique challenges of navigating relationships with Asperger’s. Through the pain, she found restoration in Christ, breaking free from the chains of her past one memory at a time.

Moyer’s story begins in childhood, where a toxic home life and a cruel classmate set the stage for deep wounds of rejection and abuse. Her high-functioning autism caused her to process relationships differently, leading to further alienation in school, work, church, and personal connections. Seeking comfort in food and alcohol, Moyer found temporary refuge but no lasting peace. It wasn’t until after her mother’s passing that she truly allowed God’s light to reach the hidden corners of her heart, guiding her toward healing.

With raw vulnerability and a message of faith-filled restoration, “Broken and Restored” is a must-read for survivors of trauma, those battling addiction, and anyone longing to see how God can bring beauty from the ashes of deep pain.

Teresa Moyer’s “Broken and Restored ” paperback will be available on Tuesday, February 4; with the e-book free to download on Amazon for 5 days, February 4 through February 8, 2025 “Broken and Restored” debuted to rave reviews! Here’s what just a couple of the reviewers have said:

Lori Maas

5 Stars – I love transparent stories with real happy endings.

I read this in 2 days. I enjoyed reading this true story account of overcoming childhood traumas and challenges. The authors transparent story encourages the reader to believe that with God, we can overcome and become who we were meant to be.

Melissa L. Leedom

5 Stars Moving Testimony

Teresa Moyer’s autobiography is an emotionally gripping story of one person’s journey through abuse and neglect to finding hope and healing through Christ. I highly recommend.

For interviews, contact: teresamoyer84@gmail.com

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Teresa Moyer has an associate’s degree in religion from Salem Bible College and a BS in Christian counseling from Eugene Bible College. She has worked in health care for thirty-five years as a certified nursing assistant in nursing homes, mostly on Alzheimer’s units and in group homes with the intellectually and developmentally disabled population. A resident of Albany, Oregon, she enjoys reading, drawing, and painting, and her favorite pets are cats.

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