If you’ve never heard of an organization called Joni and Friends, you are truly missing out. The premiere disability ministry in our nation, Joni and Friends provides a powerful example of how Christians are called to show love in practical ways to those with disabilities. My favorite program they lead is called “Wheels for the…

My friends at Bread for the World announce their upcoming event in D.C. Go if you can, but more importantly, help spread their message of making a difference in the lives of those who hunger. Thanks! -Dillon +++ Tuesday, April 05, 2011 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Christian Activists to ‘Change the Politics of Hunger’ at Bread…

Plan USA is asking 25,000 people to join them in a petition to stand against child marriage. When children as young as 8 years old are forced into marriage, it’s time to speak out. The text of the petition is below. Here is the LINK to join today. Thanks for helping change the world! PETITION…

Social change website Change.org reported today that FTD has become the first major US florist to adopt fair trade policies for its flowers. Why is this a big deal? Approximately 80 percent of cut flowers sold in America are imported. Fair trade certification helps guarantee no slave labor was involved in their making or harvesting…

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