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Raising Children Who Care in Times That Need It
By ALINA TUGEND, New York Times July 26, 2009
bonner_s.jpgMost parents want their kids to evolve into caring citizens who are aware of and want to help others. But is it possible to get kids involved in giving in such a way that it doesn't just become another activity they do grudgingly? Here are a few ways that kids from grade school through college are developing hearts, minds and hands for giving.

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Related Article: Fresh Faces of Philanthropy (Zach Bonner), The Washington Post

marriage_s.jpgThe breakdown of marriage seems to be escalating at an unprecedented rate in America. The consequences are far-reaching, affecting individuals, families, children and the fabric of our society as a whole. What role can Christians play in restoring value to this important institution? Find out by attending the briefing entitled "Making Marriage Work in Our Communities" at the 2009 Gathering Conference in Scottsdale, AZ this September. The briefing will be hosted by BETTER HOUR for Marriage and The Marriage and Family Foundation.

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Evangelism 2.0
Tom Karttenmaker, USA Today July 26, 2009
evang2.0_s.jpgEvangelicals in Portland, Oregon are busting stereotypes, and the city's un-churched are taking notice! International evangelist, Luis Palau, who is based in Portland, and Sam Adams, the city's openly gay mayor, recently linked up to launch the second annual "Season of Service," a church-city partnership that serves the homeless and other suffering people. Find out how this new trend in Christianity is fascinating the non-evangelical community.

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Related: Why Evangelicals and the Interfaith Movement Need Each Other

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Young Leader Trey Hill Shuns Comfort for Impact
By ROD DREHER / The Dallas Morning News July 25, 2009
treyhill_s.jpgWhat happens when a Republican white guy who grew up in Highland Park, the richest, whitest part of Dallas - hears a call from God, gathers up his family and crosses the river to settle in one of the blackest, brownest and poorest parts of the city? If, like Trey Hill, you're empowered with real love - your presence starts to save the city from its racism, poverty and self-destruction. Read how Trey and Mercy Street Ministries are doing that and be sure to hear Trey speak on our Young Leaders Panel at the 2009 Gathering Conference in Scottsdale.

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New on the Shelf: Enough
July 25, 2009
enough_s.jpgFor more than forty years, humankind has had the knowledge, tools, and resources to end chronic hunger worldwide. Why is it then, that more than 9 million people every year die of hunger, malnutrition, and related diseases and that malnutrition kills more Africans than AIDS and malaria combined? Find out in this compelling narrative and discover why the authors believe that this generation is the one that could finally end the scourge of starvation.

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kiva_us_s.jpgKiva, the website that pioneered online microloans to entrepreneurs in developing countries, is now bringing that same opportunity to low-to-moderate income, U.S. based entrepreneurs. The push for Kiva.org to expand into the United States was inspired by California's First Lady, Maria Shriver, and couldn't come at a better time given the current economic conditions that make access to credit a very real problem.

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Visit the Kiva website to see what types of loans are needed by U.S. entrepreneurs