Where Are You Reading the #JoniBook?
It’s hard to believe that it’s been 40 years since Joni: An Unforgettable Story was first published. But four decades later, Joni’s story of triumphant faith in the face of incredible loss is still inspiring millions. Have you been encouraged by Joni’s autobiography? Join us in celebrating this special book anniversary by sharing where you are reading the Joni book! During the month of June, take a photo of yourself reading the Joni book (or with friends) and post it on your Instagram, Twitter, or Facebook account along with the hashtag #JoniBook.
It's Global Outreach Day!
Today, we’re joining millions of brothers and sisters in Christ by celebrating Global Outreach Day! The mission of Global Outreach Day is to build up a network of Christians worldwide, equipping and mobilizing them to share the gospel to the nations. With a Wheels for the World team serving right now in Ghana and an International Family Retreat taking place in China next week, we are reaching people affected by disabilities around the world with the gospel, and equipping them with practical resources such as mobility and disability ministry training!
FedEx Freight Supports in Transporting Wheelchairs
FedEx Freight is working with Joni and Friends International Disability Center to transport used wheelchairs from local collection sites to correctional facilities where they are restored. Since the beginning of the year, FedEx Freight has transported 1,734 wheelchairs to locations throughout the country for restoration...
When Despair Takes Over
Recently I read a heartbreaking story about Bonnie Liltz, a mother who thought she was dying of ovarian cancer - despairing over what might happen to her adopted daughter, Courtney, who had cognitive limitations and CP, she tragically took her daughter's life. Bonnie was afraid that, after she died, her 23-year ...
Serving People in India with HIV
People often tell me how God has used my books to help them through difficult times — and this physician, Dr. Rajni Herman who lives in Mussoorie, India is no exception. She is on staff with our partner in India, Emmanuel Hospital Association, and is faithfully serving ...
Anniversary of Dr. Zhang Xu
My longtime friend, Judy Butler (pictured in blue), recently served as a volunteer at our International Family Retreat in China. After the retreat, she and her companion Robyn traveled seven hours on a train to Anshan to visit Dr. Zhang Xu (in the wheelchair). Zhang Xu broke his neck in a diving accident 19 ...
Need Your Prayers for Radio!
It’s Radio Recording Day! I’ve got a full day ahead of recording for me and — I have to be honest — it’s been a hard week of pain and little sleep. So will you please join me in praying for God to bless me with breath, a strong voice, and a pain-free day? And that it would not be me speaking, but the Spirit of God speaking through me (Matthew 10:20). Thanks, friend, for being my mighty prayer warrior on radio day :-).
Matching Gift Opportunity!
This month at Joni and Friends, a bountiful ministry opportunity has been given to us by dear friends of the ministry. They have offered to match every dollar you give from now until July 15, up to $250,000! This Matching Gift Opportunity for double-the-ministry comes at the perfect time. Far too many people with disabilities...
Joni and Friends Joins Greater Conejo Valley Chamber of Commerce
The Joni and Friends International Disability Center is excited to announce that it will be joining the Greater Conejo Valley Chamber of Commerce, with a formal ribbon cutting ceremony scheduled for Tuesday, May 24, at 4:30 pm. The Greater Conejo Valley Chamber is one of the largest chambers in the western U.S., with more than 1,000 members, and is a 5-star accredited organization by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. “We are grateful the chamber has seen the benefit to partnering with a non-profit organization such as ours,” said Joni and Friends President Doug Mazza. “We believe this will be a mutually beneficial relationship, as we bring great expertise and resources in the area of serving individuals affected...
International Family Retreat in China
Our International Family Retreat is in full-swing in Zhenjiang, China! Volunteers from local house churches have welcomed 18 special-needs families with singing and dancing. Many of these families are from poor, rural communities and have never been exposed ...
