The North Shore-LIJ Health System, sometimes also known as the North Shore-Long Island Jewish Medical Group, was founded in 1997 as the result of the merger of the North Shore Health System and the Long Island Jewish Medical Center. Headquarterd in Great Neck on New York’s Long Island, North Shore-LIJ unites fifteen hospitals, seventeen long-term [...]
A yeshiva is a religious school where Biblical and Talmudic texts are studied. These schools serve the Jewish community and are very often rigorously supported by the community above and beyond the basic tuition and other such fees. Traditionally, prominent businessmen will undertake to support such schools, in particular those attended by their children or [...]
The North Shore-LIJ Health System, sometimes also known as the North Shore-Long Island Jewish Medical Group, was founded in 1997 as the result of the merger of the North Shore Health System and the Long Island Jewish Medical Center. Headquarterd in Great Neck on New York’s Long Island, North Shore-LIJ unites fifteen hospitals, seventeen long-term [...]
A yeshiva is a religious school where Biblical and Talmudic texts are studied. These schools serve the Jewish community and are very often rigorously supported by the community above and beyond the basic tuition and other such fees. Traditionally, prominent businessmen will undertake to support such schools, in particular those attended by their children or [...]
Food banks are non-profit charitable organizations that warehouse donated food and distribute them to a range of other agencies dedicated to feeding the hungry, whether to food pantries or to soup kitchens or fellow food banks at a more local level. Donated food comes from a variety of sources, almost always businesses which happen to [...]
In the nineteenth century, slavery was a giant industry, powering trans Atlantic trade and supplying an entire, low cost work force for American plantations. Many are surprised to learn that there are more slaves in the world today than in the days when it was legal. The slave trade has become a massive, worldwide industry, [...]
Two unprecedented crises face children around the world today: abortion and child sex slavery. At home and abroad, the abortion genocide has reached catastrophic heights. It has been estimated that no war in history has cost more human lives than abortion has. It has become a general convenience and a huge business. Human Trafficking has [...]
The simple definition of a Christian is a believer and follower of the teachings of Jesus Christ. Ministry means “service.” Therefore, the very words “Christian ministry” means to serve others in ways that Jesus Christ taught. Christian ministry’s foundation is to serve others who are in economic, social, spiritual and physical poverty. Jesus Christ set [...]
Two unprecedented crises face children around the world today: abortion and child sex slavery. At home and abroad, the abortion genocide has reached catastrophic heights. It has been estimated that no war in history has cost more human lives than abortion has. It has become a general convenience and a huge business. Human Trafficking has [...]
Children are the first victims of the grave social injustice and economic disparity in the world today. They suffer silently; many have to strive to survive daily and fend for themselves when they should be enjoying their childhood playing with toys and games. The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) records an appalling worldwide condition today [...]
When planning, launching or growing a children’s ministry, we take on a formidable, rewarding, and exciting challenge. Setting a routine for children in any arena is useful for their well-being. It is said that faith thrives on routine, and a structured approach to education has been proven time and again to yield life-long, useful benefits. [...]
Many individuals think that Christian ministries are organizations that simply show concern for those in poverty. Other people believe that these ministries are groups of Christians devoted to demonstrating Christ’s compassion to people everyday. However, many ministries do more than talk about compassion. They show it through acts of kindness in order to improve the [...]
Service to others is the highest calling we can have on this earth, as demonstrated by all the best known world leaders who have left a specific mark of enlightenment upon their nation. Think of Gandhi, Mother Teresa, George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Queen Elizabeth, the Marquis de Lafayette. All of these individuals rose to power [...]
The proverbs of Solomon impart wisdom to live by. Even in secular circles, these Proverbs are constantly quoted for their foundational teachings, and referred to as guideposts to the community. While the most desirable outcome would be for a parent to lead and guide his or her own children, there are many instances when the [...]
Many adolescents do not have the advantage of living a fully privileged life, which many kids of loving and caring families do. There are many children in need of affection, but there are also some that need what many others take advantage of. Large portions of youth in this world need a roof over their [...]
In today’s hectic world, there are many demands placed on people. More than ever, employees are working longer days and bringing home less money. The economic situation is improving, but it’s still a tough road. However, the human capacity for love and giving remains huge, though challenged by the fiscal constraints of the day. Among [...]
No charitable cause evokes more emotion, sympathy and the desire to contribute than a children’s charity. Perhaps it is their innocence that makes Americans want to do what they can to help. Parents of healthy children thank God that their children are thriving. They feel an urge to help the less fortunate children of the [...]
Unfortunately, there are thousands of children in this country who wake up every morning without having the opportunity to say good morning to their mother or father. Of course, many have caretakers, in most instances a government agency or charitable facility. And while that is extremely important to their well being, no one would challenge [...]
It is easy to forget that believers are given a great commission to not just love God but to share the love of Jesus by teaching the gospel and reaching out to those who are lost and in need. Before Jesus left, he instructed his disciples to go, teach, baptize and make disciples. Christian ministry [...]
Many charities exist to provide help and support to a cause that they deem important and in need. Charities exist to assist people suffering from various diseases and disabilities, and others aim to support a certain activity, like music, and provide funding for music programs in schools and the communities. Many people enjoy offering donations [...]
