Joni's Corner

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This past Sunday evening, January 29, Ken and I were at the First Baptist Church of Orlando, Florida for a rousing hymn sing (harmonizing on all our favorites). This week we remain in Orlando for the Kingdom Advisors Conference – a gathering of advisors from across the country who encourage their clients to invest in ministries that advance the kingdom of Christ (I can't wait to tell them about Joni and Friends and how we're reaching the world's people with disabilities with the Good News of Jesus). So thank you for praying for our travels – we want to be good ambassadors of the Savior as we connect with everyone from flight attendants to the congregation at FBC Orlando, from hotel maids to the good folks at Kingdom Advisors. Be sure to visit Joni's Blog for updates. And for a more personal word? Check out this video...

People That Inspire Joni

In our journey through life, we all need people to inspire us along the way—and I’m no exception. I thank God for sending me true models of inspiration, and I have the pleasure of introducing you to some of them here.

Connie and Julie Hutchinson

joni and ken with the hutchinsons at family retreatWho are the leaders in disability ministry I most admire? I’d have to include Connie Hutchinson (left in the photo) and her daughter, Julie. It was Connie who helped develop the disability ministry at the Evangelical Free Church of Fullerton – and today, they have a thriving outreach to intellectually disabled adults, special needs classes on Sunday morning, a community respite program, peer groups, and more. It all got started when Julie was born with Down syndrome – in fact, Julie was the inspiration for Connie’s drive and enthusiasm. Now, many years later, this duo takes disability ministry overseas – Julie ...

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Kristyn Getty

kristyn and joni in the chapel at the international disability centerKristyn Getty and her husband Keith have been at the forefront of the modern hymn movement over the past decade demonstrating the ability to successfully bridge the gap between the traditional and contemporary. Ken and I first met the Gettys at a National Religious Broadcaster’s Convention when, on the spur-of-the-moment, we gathered to sing hymns at a reception – before long, scores of broadcasters joined in to harmonize. After that, the four of us became fast friends. Keith and Kristyn have visited the Joni and Friends International Disability Center and performed (with their band) for our staff – during their visit ...

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Share With Us Your Story

One of the best things about Joni and Friends is the "and Friends." That's you! Our ministry is a marvelous network of servants and leaders, young and old, able and disabled, from the U.S. and around the world, all of whom share a special love for the Lord Jesus, as well as a deep desire to make Him real to a skeptical world. You already know my story, but I'd like to hear yours -- burdens are lifted and joy is multiplied when we open our hearts to each other. So thank you for writing me and telling me about the Lord's work in your life. And who knows? Some of what you say may end up in one of our "Joni and Friends" radio programs or in one of our newsletters. Whichever, thank you for encouraging others (and encouraging me) with your story!

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