The Week in Review - PTA Digest
"This week’s PTA Digest begins with the news of a law enforcement sweep of several cities across our country—a sweep that helped rescue a number of young girls from forced prostitution. We talk about it with Linda Smith of Shared Hope International. Next, in a culture that seems to revel in transience, Justin Taylor calls for the Biblical endurance of the saints. Finally, an enjoyable conversation with two Christians who are jazz musicians. We talk with Deanna Witkowski and John Patitucci about their music making and what is called sacred jazz. I hope you enjoy the PTA Digest. – Greg Wheatley"
Click here to listen to the podcast.
Pure Pork: Change? What Change?
"Back in 2006, when the Democrats took control of the House and the Senate, I praised them on BreakPoint for promising to clean up Congress. And especially for promising to put an end to the corrupt practice of earmarking—that’s when our elected representatives in Congress slip expenditures into the budgeting process without debate."
Read the rest of Chuck Colson's commentary here.
Octopus floods Santa Monica Pier Aquarium
"It's not surprising that with eight arms and inquisitive nature, the two-spotted octopus is pretty handy around its tank at the Santa Monica Pier Aquarium. Still, those reporting for work Thursday at the popular beachfront attraction were caught by surprise when they were greeted by water lapping around the kelp forest display, the shark and ray tank and the rocky reef exhibit."
Dip into the story here.
Orchid Shows Brighten Up Winter's Last Gray Days
"Ka-bloom! It's time for the annual round of flower shows that help us forget about winter and start focusing on spring. Here are some of the best flower festivals to get you in the mood for spring greening."
You'll find the information here.
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Friday, February 27, 2009
Saturday, February 14, 2009
Valentine's Day is a Good News Day! (posted by Mary Beth)
PTA Digest: A Christian look at the news
"This week’s PTA Digest begins with a conversation with Probe’s Kerby Anderson. Kerby and I talked about the issue of parental rights. Next, a fascinating and timely discussion of our 16th president, Abraham Lincoln. My guest was David Barton of Wallbuilders. Finally, has much of the 21st century church forgotten the core of the gospel message? I think you’ll find Alistair Begg’s thoughts both provocative and helpful. I hope you enjoy PTA Digest! – Greg Wheatley
Download the podcast here.
The Basin, the Towel and the Heart - a devotion
"The example of Jesus washing the feet of the disciples is often used as an example of servanthood. I was content with that explanation until recently."
Click here to find out what changed.
The science of smooching
"If you kiss your sweetheart this Valentine's Day and find it especially appealing, credit the candlelight, the champagne—or maybe just excellent gene compatibility."
Get the inside scoop here.
O'Malley praises Boston College for crucifixes
"Cardinal Sean P. O'Malley of Boston is praising Boston College's president, the Rev. William P. Leahy, for the installation of crucifixes and Christian icons in all of the Jesuit university's classrooms."
More on the subject is available here.
Wishing you a blessed Valentine's Day filled with Good News!
"This week’s PTA Digest begins with a conversation with Probe’s Kerby Anderson. Kerby and I talked about the issue of parental rights. Next, a fascinating and timely discussion of our 16th president, Abraham Lincoln. My guest was David Barton of Wallbuilders. Finally, has much of the 21st century church forgotten the core of the gospel message? I think you’ll find Alistair Begg’s thoughts both provocative and helpful. I hope you enjoy PTA Digest! – Greg Wheatley
Download the podcast here.
The Basin, the Towel and the Heart - a devotion
"The example of Jesus washing the feet of the disciples is often used as an example of servanthood. I was content with that explanation until recently."
Click here to find out what changed.
The science of smooching
"If you kiss your sweetheart this Valentine's Day and find it especially appealing, credit the candlelight, the champagne—or maybe just excellent gene compatibility."
Get the inside scoop here.
O'Malley praises Boston College for crucifixes
"Cardinal Sean P. O'Malley of Boston is praising Boston College's president, the Rev. William P. Leahy, for the installation of crucifixes and Christian icons in all of the Jesuit university's classrooms."
More on the subject is available here.
Wishing you a blessed Valentine's Day filled with Good News!
Saturday, February 7, 2009
Good News for February 7 (posted by Mary Beth)
PTA Digest: Looking at Founder's Week 2009
"This past week Moody Bible Institute has held its annual Founder’s Week. A number of excellent Bible teachers have been on our campus, and some of them were able to stop by our Prime Time America studios for a conversation. On this special edition of the PTA Digest, you’ll hear from a number of them. We hope you enjoy this week’s special edition of the PTA Digest."
Click here to listen to the podcast.
World Vision to UN: Joint military operation in Eastern DRC puts thousands of children at risk
"As UN humanitarian chief John Holmes visits the war-scarred region of Eastern Congo this week, World Vision reasserted its concern for hundreds of thousands of civilians, especially children, who will suffer more death and displacement as a result of the joint operation by the Rwandan and Congolese Governments against the predominantly Hutu rebel group, the Forces for the Liberation of Rwanda (FDLR)."
More on the situation here.
Shocking: Conscience and Cruelty
"In 1961, shortly after Israel put Adolf Eichmann on trial—'the architect of the Holocaust'—Yale psychologist Stanley Milgram began a series of psychological experiments. The goal was to 'test how much pain an ordinary citizen would inflict on another person simply because he was 'ordered to' by an authority figure.'"
Read the rest of Chuck Colson's commentary here.
Vines and Branches -- a devotion
"Although I now live in northern California – wine country – I have yet to see a vineyard in full growth. My previous visits have been in late autumn or early winter and my arrival for the move here was in late October. The vineyards are barren-looking fields, strung with horizontal wires and interspersed with vertical 'sticks.' If this was the only thing I knew about vineyards, I would think them sad things indeed."
Click here to read the rest of this devotion.
This devotion is part of a series. Access the full series here.
Europeans showing some love for Americana
"A decade ago, farmers in southwest France trashed a soon-to-open McDonald's, dismantling most of the interior and dumping it in front of the local town hall. How much have times changed?"
The answer awaits you here.
Houston's Top 10 native plants
"Gardeners demand a lot from plants: good looks, low maintenance, and flowers and fruit to attract wildlife. Natives can live up to those expectations."
Check out the top 10 plants native to Houston here.
Kindergarten teacher’s creativity lauded
"What do a fireplace bellow, marshmallows, vinegar, baking soda and balloons have in common? They’re all tools Cindy Tuisku used to teach her Sierra Hills kindergartners about the changing states of matter, and the difference between solids, liquids and gases."
Read more about this wise teacher here.
"This past week Moody Bible Institute has held its annual Founder’s Week. A number of excellent Bible teachers have been on our campus, and some of them were able to stop by our Prime Time America studios for a conversation. On this special edition of the PTA Digest, you’ll hear from a number of them. We hope you enjoy this week’s special edition of the PTA Digest."
Click here to listen to the podcast.
World Vision to UN: Joint military operation in Eastern DRC puts thousands of children at risk
"As UN humanitarian chief John Holmes visits the war-scarred region of Eastern Congo this week, World Vision reasserted its concern for hundreds of thousands of civilians, especially children, who will suffer more death and displacement as a result of the joint operation by the Rwandan and Congolese Governments against the predominantly Hutu rebel group, the Forces for the Liberation of Rwanda (FDLR)."
More on the situation here.
Shocking: Conscience and Cruelty
"In 1961, shortly after Israel put Adolf Eichmann on trial—'the architect of the Holocaust'—Yale psychologist Stanley Milgram began a series of psychological experiments. The goal was to 'test how much pain an ordinary citizen would inflict on another person simply because he was 'ordered to' by an authority figure.'"
Read the rest of Chuck Colson's commentary here.
Vines and Branches -- a devotion
"Although I now live in northern California – wine country – I have yet to see a vineyard in full growth. My previous visits have been in late autumn or early winter and my arrival for the move here was in late October. The vineyards are barren-looking fields, strung with horizontal wires and interspersed with vertical 'sticks.' If this was the only thing I knew about vineyards, I would think them sad things indeed."
Click here to read the rest of this devotion.
This devotion is part of a series. Access the full series here.
Europeans showing some love for Americana
"A decade ago, farmers in southwest France trashed a soon-to-open McDonald's, dismantling most of the interior and dumping it in front of the local town hall. How much have times changed?"
The answer awaits you here.
Houston's Top 10 native plants
"Gardeners demand a lot from plants: good looks, low maintenance, and flowers and fruit to attract wildlife. Natives can live up to those expectations."
Check out the top 10 plants native to Houston here.
Kindergarten teacher’s creativity lauded
"What do a fireplace bellow, marshmallows, vinegar, baking soda and balloons have in common? They’re all tools Cindy Tuisku used to teach her Sierra Hills kindergartners about the changing states of matter, and the difference between solids, liquids and gases."
Read more about this wise teacher here.
Friday, January 30, 2009
Good News for January 30 posted by Mary Beth
Looking back at the week through a Christian lens: PTA Digest
"This week’s PTA Digest begins with some ideas on how to cope during the current mortgage crisis. We talked with Dale Vermillion, whose book is Navigating the Mortgage Maze. Next, Paul Butler talks with Tom Ascol and Norm Wakefield about keeping the Gospel pure. And finally, Don Jacobson visits with us about his venture Cauzal Coffee, and their recent partnership with World Vision. Enjoy the PTA Digest! – Greg Wheatley"
Click here to listen to the podcast.
Love Your Enemies: John Rucyahana Receives Wilberforce Award
"In a large open area of a Rwandan prison, Anglican Bishop John Rucyahana spoke to a crowd of killers responsible for the 1994 genocide. 'Close your eyes,' he instructed them. 'Go back in your mind to 1994. What did you see?' he asked. 'What did you smell? What did you hear?'”
Celebrate Bishop Rucyahana's ministry here.
Scholarship fund to aid Catholic students
"To help cash-strapped parents, the Archdiocese of Chicago and the Big Shoulders Fund today announced a $1 million emergency scholarship fund for Catholic school students."
The rest of the story is here...
Getting peace
"You can find serenity, whether in an ocean vista or the city skyline, a favorite room or a familiar voice."
Share this Boston Globe photo essay here.
Sutter physicians, staff volunteer respond to missionary's plea, ease baby's heart ordeal
"Zumrat Sabitahunova swayed back and forth while cuddling her 9-month-old son, Nurdin Abdyrazakov, trying all at once to comfort him, distract him from pulling the oxygen tubes out of his nose and express her gratitude."
Read more of little Nurdin's story here.
Who Is God Rooting For In The Super Bowl?
"Does God have any interest in who wins the Super Bowl? One man expresses his opinion."
See if you agree with him here...
"This week’s PTA Digest begins with some ideas on how to cope during the current mortgage crisis. We talked with Dale Vermillion, whose book is Navigating the Mortgage Maze. Next, Paul Butler talks with Tom Ascol and Norm Wakefield about keeping the Gospel pure. And finally, Don Jacobson visits with us about his venture Cauzal Coffee, and their recent partnership with World Vision. Enjoy the PTA Digest! – Greg Wheatley"
Click here to listen to the podcast.
Love Your Enemies: John Rucyahana Receives Wilberforce Award
"In a large open area of a Rwandan prison, Anglican Bishop John Rucyahana spoke to a crowd of killers responsible for the 1994 genocide. 'Close your eyes,' he instructed them. 'Go back in your mind to 1994. What did you see?' he asked. 'What did you smell? What did you hear?'”
Celebrate Bishop Rucyahana's ministry here.
Scholarship fund to aid Catholic students
"To help cash-strapped parents, the Archdiocese of Chicago and the Big Shoulders Fund today announced a $1 million emergency scholarship fund for Catholic school students."
The rest of the story is here...
Getting peace
"You can find serenity, whether in an ocean vista or the city skyline, a favorite room or a familiar voice."
Share this Boston Globe photo essay here.
Sutter physicians, staff volunteer respond to missionary's plea, ease baby's heart ordeal
"Zumrat Sabitahunova swayed back and forth while cuddling her 9-month-old son, Nurdin Abdyrazakov, trying all at once to comfort him, distract him from pulling the oxygen tubes out of his nose and express her gratitude."
Read more of little Nurdin's story here.
Who Is God Rooting For In The Super Bowl?
"Does God have any interest in who wins the Super Bowl? One man expresses his opinion."
See if you agree with him here...
Friday, January 9, 2009
Good News for January 9, 2009 submitted by Mary Beth
Grace Cathedral, San Francisco, CA
Photo copyright Mary Beth Magee 2009
One of San Francisco's famed cable cars passes in front of Grace Cathedral, an Episcopal church. The Cathedral is home to two labyrinths in addition to an abundance of architectural detail. Read more about this lovely church at GraceCathedral.org
Plate of the Union: The Picky Presidential Palate
To land the job of "First Chef" you definitely need culinary chops. And while haute cuisine may be a job requirement, the White House chef takes orders, literally, from the prez. From creating ethnic menus to impress heads of state to whipping up White House kids’ favorites, First Chefs must be quick on their toes. Especially for the ever-changing palate of the most powerful (and sometimes picky) diner they'll ever have -- the president of the United States of America.
Click here to sample the menu of presidential preferences.
PTA Digest: a look back at the news of the past week from a Christian point of view
This week’s PTA Digest begins with our conversation with Dr. J Peter Pham, director of the Nelson Institute for International and Public Affairs at James Madison University. Dr. Pham talked with us about strategic hotspots in Africa, especially in light of President-elect Obama’s interest in that continent. Next, apologist Dr. Ravi Zacharias takes on the skeptics who would say that Christian faith is delusional. And finally, Dr. Tim Keller talks with us about the ministry he helped found—the Gospel Coalition. I hope you enjoy the PTA Digest! – Greg Wheatley
Click here to listen to this week's PTA Digest.
Save the Children-funded Newborn Study Nominated for Lancet Paper of the Year
A Lancet article presenting the dramatic findings of a study co-funded by the global humanitarian organization Save the Children has been nominated to receive the prestigious medical journal's Paper of the Year 2008 award.
Click here to learn more about the study and nomination.
Let your Christmas tree swim with the fish
DuPage Forest Preserve District wants holiday trees for underwater 'cribs' at man-made lake near Wayne, IL. Click here for the details of this "fishy" plan.
Photo copyright Mary Beth Magee 2009
One of San Francisco's famed cable cars passes in front of Grace Cathedral, an Episcopal church. The Cathedral is home to two labyrinths in addition to an abundance of architectural detail. Read more about this lovely church at GraceCathedral.org
Plate of the Union: The Picky Presidential Palate
To land the job of "First Chef" you definitely need culinary chops. And while haute cuisine may be a job requirement, the White House chef takes orders, literally, from the prez. From creating ethnic menus to impress heads of state to whipping up White House kids’ favorites, First Chefs must be quick on their toes. Especially for the ever-changing palate of the most powerful (and sometimes picky) diner they'll ever have -- the president of the United States of America.
Click here to sample the menu of presidential preferences.
PTA Digest: a look back at the news of the past week from a Christian point of view
This week’s PTA Digest begins with our conversation with Dr. J Peter Pham, director of the Nelson Institute for International and Public Affairs at James Madison University. Dr. Pham talked with us about strategic hotspots in Africa, especially in light of President-elect Obama’s interest in that continent. Next, apologist Dr. Ravi Zacharias takes on the skeptics who would say that Christian faith is delusional. And finally, Dr. Tim Keller talks with us about the ministry he helped found—the Gospel Coalition. I hope you enjoy the PTA Digest! – Greg Wheatley
Click here to listen to this week's PTA Digest.
Save the Children-funded Newborn Study Nominated for Lancet Paper of the Year
A Lancet article presenting the dramatic findings of a study co-funded by the global humanitarian organization Save the Children has been nominated to receive the prestigious medical journal's Paper of the Year 2008 award.
Click here to learn more about the study and nomination.
Let your Christmas tree swim with the fish
DuPage Forest Preserve District wants holiday trees for underwater 'cribs' at man-made lake near Wayne, IL. Click here for the details of this "fishy" plan.
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