ESPN gave out their ESPY Awards last week. It’s an annual ceremony celebrating significant events and people in sports. This week we’re sharing a couple of the stories from that program. Kirstie Ennis received the Pat Tillman Award for Service. We all remember Pat Tillman’s decision to give up his NFL career to enlist in…Read more »
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Joy x 2 = New Life
We brought you a story about organ donation last week, and we have another one for you this week. James Neal is rare as a living organ donor. But he’s doubly rare, one of a kind, since he not only donated a kidney in 2016 but also part of his liver in 2019. James says,…Read more »
From Heartbreak to Joy
Nate Lashley earned his first PGA Tour win last weekend, but it hasn’t been an easy road to victory. No, far from it. Nate celebrated the win with family and friends, but he also felt the absence of others. His losses in golf, and in life, have been wide, but he came back to the…Read more »
A Salute to Military Recruits
Many communities and highs schools hold special ceremonies acknowledging high school graduates headed to college with a celebration of their scholarships. More and more communities are holding similar ceremonies for high school graduates choosing military service. Our Community Salutes has been holding these ceremonies around the country for nearly a decade. On this July 4th,…Read more »
You Help to Help
Catherine walked into a Starbucks and changed Eli’s life forever. Jeff Pearlman shares the story of how his wife saved Eli’s life. A complete stranger helping a complete stranger because . . . You Help to Help. It’s what we’re called to do. It’s a story of generosity, of sacrifice, of hope. It’s amazing. Click…Read more »
Brotherhood of Football
When Alex Ruiz suffered a devastating injury playing high school football, his life changed forever. During his recovery, he found comfort and encouragement from two NFL players. Zach Miller and Drew Brees reached out to Alex. It’s the Brotherhood of Football at work. Zach sees life through new eyes, and he has new brothers walking…Read more »
It’s Simple, and It Works
Some high school students in Iowa are earning PE credit in a unique way this month. No running laps. No push-ups. Instead, they’re doing yard work. It’s a different way of earning PE credit, but it has many benefits. It’s simple, and it works. Click the link below to listen to today’s Story of Joy.…Read more »
A Special Dance
Bruce Walton and his daughter were determined to have the father-daughter dance at Harmony’s wedding; however, there were many obstacles for them to overcome. Their determination won out. Click the link below to watch this story. A Special Dance
Good Talk
Yesterday was Father’s Day, and it’s always a good day to celebrate dads. Today’s Story of Joy will bring a smile to your face. Young Kingston is having a “good talk” with his dad while they watch TV. It’s a fun father-son moment. Enjoy! Click the link below to watch. Good Talk
Like a Father
Curtis Jenkins is a school bus driver in Dallas, Texas, but to many kids he’s so much more than that. He’s a father to them. In celebration of Father’s Day, we’re sharing his story. Mr. Jenkins creates a close community on his bus rides by sharing smiles, giving gifts, and being family to the kids…Read more »