I know a GPS works in a scientifically explainable way, but sometimes it seems like magic that a small box inside my car verbally directs and redirects me using information from unseen celestial bodies (a.k.a. satellites) above.  Even with a GPS sometimes I get confused where exactly I’m supposed to turn, merge, or exit. The [...]

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Pastor Fibion serves Forgotten Voices as Spiritual Ministry Advisor. He was our former Zimbabwe Director. In his role, Fibion shares a weekly devotion with the Forgotten Voices family. Please enjoy this reflection from a pastor with a deep passion for bringing others to the heart of God. 12.10.12 – The love journey It all started [...]

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I live a very privileged life; I grew up in a Christian home with wonderful, loving parents who encouraged me to chase my dreams. I attended a four-year college where endless opportunities lay at my fingertips. I graduated with a teaching degree, entering public education with hope and passion for my students. I worked hard to make learning meaningful [...]

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Dear Friends of Forgotten Voices, As I am relatively new to the Forgotten Voices leadership Team, I want to introduce myself. I’m Jeff Niemitz and I’ve taught Earth Sciences at Dickinson College for over 35 years. This makes me the oldest member of the Leadership team by far but I never cease to be amazed [...]

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by Ellen Shaffer, Director of Project Management We have refugees living in our house. Sort of. Two weeks ago today my brother and his wife left their home in Israel to temporarily return to the USA, due to the rising conflict there.  Now they’re living with my family of three in our townhouse, sharing 1 [...]

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Merry Christmas! The Hope of the world has come. I never stop being struck by how incredible it was that Jesus was born and placed in a manger. The simplicity of it speaks volumes for the greatest story ever told. In that spirit, Forgotten Voices has been sharing simple reflections on unexpected hope in unexpected [...]

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Discover stories of hope all advent long right here. Read 3 stories of unexpected hope in unexpected places by reading our Christmas 2011 Mailing. For many people the end of a year marks an opportunity to reflect on lessons learned. Today’s blog post is one of those for me. This year, in some ways, I [...]

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Music moves the soul. It can bring you hope when you need it most. It may have lyrics; it may not. Beethoven’s Moonlight Sonata can take your mind and soul to a place of quiet beauty. Adele’s voice can give you rest and take you away from the problems of your day. Hillsong’s Aftermath can bring relief to [...]

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I took my daughter with me after church on Sunday for a “quick” trip to the mall, as quick as a trip can be the week before Christmas. My intention was to stop at one store, get two items, get in and get out, avoiding the holiday crowds and shopping frenzy as much as possible. [...]

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This year, as part of our advent blog series we’re featuring posts from a host of Forgotten Voices supporters around the theme of unexpected hope in unexpected places. If you haven’t been following along, a number of truly inspiring stories about unexpected hope have been shared,  such as the 17 widows who are sewing their way out of [...]

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