The Rev. Keith Kaufold is a pastor in a tough neighborhood where drug dealers and school dropouts abound. Kaufold grew up nearby and can speak firsthand about addi...
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The Rev. Keith Kaufold is a pastor in a tough neighborhood where drug dealers and school dropouts abound. Kaufold grew up nearby and can speak firsthand about addiction and redemption.
Guinness' Oldest Yo...
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When she was in her 40s, Bernice Bates saw a TV program about yoga and thought it looked ridiculous. That was half a century ago. Guess what she has been doing eve...
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When she was in her 40s, Bernice Bates saw a TV program about yoga and thought it looked ridiculous. That was half a century ago. Guess what she has been doing ever since? Teaching yoga. Now 91, her dedication to the practice has won her a place in the Guinness Book of World Records.
World Record Female...
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A United Methodist woman isnt just fighting to stay young. Shes winning. Seventy-five-year old Ernestine Shepherd holds the Guinness record as the worlds oldest fe...
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A United Methodist woman isnt just fighting to stay young. Shes winning. Seventy-five-year old Ernestine Shepherd holds the Guinness record as the worlds oldest female bodybuilder. How does she do it? Physical, and spiritual, fitness.
Green Gym At Church
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A United Methodist pastor is leading a revolution, a green revolution. Faith Fowler uses donated exercise equipment and discarded tires to create jobs and provide ...
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A United Methodist pastor is leading a revolution, a green revolution. Faith Fowler uses donated exercise equipment and discarded tires to create jobs and provide electricity for those in her community.
Church Drive-Thru P...
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A drive-thru prayer service is gaining traction near Atlanta not just for the convenience, but for the connection it offers. Drivers stuck in rush hour along busy ...
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A drive-thru prayer service is gaining traction near Atlanta not just for the convenience, but for the connection it offers. Drivers stuck in rush hour along busy Highway 78 can pull in for some stress relief. For many, praying in the comfort of their cars can be easier than walking into a traditional church.
Clinic for Homeless...
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More than one and a half million U.S. teenagers are homeless according to a national study. Its the kind of statistic you can see walking down city streets. One gr...
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More than one and a half million U.S. teenagers are homeless according to a national study. Its the kind of statistic you can see walking down city streets. One group of doctors, nurses and caseworkers doesnt just walk by those young people. They bring care to them, in a big blue van. Reporter Allysa Adams rode along.
Honey Dudes Do Good
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You dont have to travel long distances or take on giant projects to help your neighbor. Cheryl Parker introduces us to some mission-minded men who chose to stay cl...
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You dont have to travel long distances or take on giant projects to help your neighbor. Cheryl Parker introduces us to some mission-minded men who chose to stay close to home and do some odd jobs that make a big difference for those in need.
The Rev. Shane Stan...
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For years, Shane Stanford lived with a secret. When Stanford graduated from seminary and told people he was HIV-positive, even churches turned their backs. The exp...
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For years, Shane Stanford lived with a secret. When Stanford graduated from seminary and told people he was HIV-positive, even churches turned their backs. The experience tested the young pastors faith. Today Stanford is a husband, father of three and a best-selling author, radio host and lead pastor of a large church. His story of turning fear and rejection into a positive life continues to inspire.
Youth Share Thanksg...
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Thanksgiving can be a lonely time. Some teenagers are making sure elderly shut-ins get a taste of a traditional holiday meal and a visit from eager young cooks.
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Thanksgiving can be a lonely time. Some teenagers are making sure elderly shut-ins get a taste of a traditional holiday meal and a visit from eager young cooks.
Restaurant Owner On...
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A desire to help others has taken Oklahoma restaurateur Steve Pool around the world. It also inspired an eatery that encourages patrons to find ways to do good in ...
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A desire to help others has taken Oklahoma restaurateur Steve Pool around the world. It also inspired an eatery that encourages patrons to find ways to do good in their own communities.
Churchs Harry Potte...
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Harry Potter fans can live out their dreams for a day in a magical place. That place is Quincy Community United Methodist Church in Massachusetts. Every October, t...
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Harry Potter fans can live out their dreams for a day in a magical place. That place is Quincy Community United Methodist Church in Massachusetts. Every October, the staff and church transform themselves for a day of fun.
Church Welcomes Job...
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Unemployment in the U.S. is not a new concern for families. Several United Methodist churches have had programs for decades that reach out to job seekers. One of t...
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Unemployment in the U.S. is not a new concern for families. Several United Methodist churches have had programs for decades that reach out to job seekers. One of them has grown to host hundreds of people each month. Meet some of the volunteers, the seekers and the now happily-employed folks who have experienced the job networking ministry at Roswell UMC near Atlanta.
Art by Grieving Chi...
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How can adults help children deal with loss, express feelings of anger or sadness? A program that encourages artistic expression has been giving kids an outlet for...
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How can adults help children deal with loss, express feelings of anger or sadness? A program that encourages artistic expression has been giving kids an outlet for their sorrow and opening doors of communication.
Circles of Care for...
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More than 100,000 Hispanics live in the Philadelphia area. More than half of them are new to the U.S. One United Methodist pastor is building a new congregation by...
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More than 100,000 Hispanics live in the Philadelphia area. More than half of them are new to the U.S. One United Methodist pastor is building a new congregation by reaching out to those folks who live with little access to mental health care or a support system. Reed Galin reports.
Family Vacation fro...
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Jason was a 10-year-old boy who lost his life to a brain tumor. In his memory, members of his church, Surfside United Methodist, raise money to give away free trip...
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Jason was a 10-year-old boy who lost his life to a brain tumor. In his memory, members of his church, Surfside United Methodist, raise money to give away free trips to Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. Now other families dealing with a cancer diagnosis have a chance to put their worries aside and enjoy each other.
Churches Rethink 9/11
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Each year on 9/11, people recall the horror of the attacks on the World Trade Center in 2001, but also the heroism of those who tried to help those trapped in the ...
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Each year on 9/11, people recall the horror of the attacks on the World Trade Center in 2001, but also the heroism of those who tried to help those trapped in the towers. One community near Chicago decided to reclaim the day as a day of hope and to honor first responders with an activities fair and opportunities to be in service. It also was a chance to rethink church.
An education can be the most important factor to determine success in life. One pastor who had a lot of help completing his studies is now making sure other students have what they need to finish school. Kim Riemland explains how he is literally driving kids to graduate.
