PUBLISHER 6 February 2025 www.goodnewsfl.org Good News • South Florida edition The Right Rev Mariann Edgar Budde made headlines after she used her sermon during the national prayer service at Washington National Cathedral on January 21, 2025, to implore President Donald J. Trump to “have mercy upon” immigrants and LGBTQ+ individuals. Budde, 65, is the first woman to serve as the spiritual leader of the Episcopal Diocese of Washington. She has been leading the diocese since her election to the role in 2011. Before that, she served as the rector of St John’s Episcopal church in Minneapolis for 18 years. The Good News acknowledges Dr. Robert J. Pacienza the Senior Pastor of Coral Ridge Presbyterian Church (Fort Lauderdale, FL), for speaking out in a pivotal moment of outstanding leadership. Pastor “Rob” is the CEO/President of Coral Ridge Ministries and the Founder of the Institute for Faith and Culture. He serves on the General Council of the Gospel Reformation Network, serves as Board Member for National Religious Broadcasters, and is a contributor to WORLD Opinions and The Washington Times. Pastor Pacienza had this to say on social media: “Ironically, the bishop (Episcopal Bishop Mariann Edgar Budde) used the pulpit and the service to not only lecture the president but to promote a secular worldview and her woke ideology. Unity can only be achieved through a commitment to biblical truth, not cultural assimilation. Her sermon was indicative of the heresy being taught by mainline denominations. Our nation was founded upon the truth that there is God, and he alone defines good and evil.” This month, The Good News cover follows our continuing commitment to shed light on South Florida “LEGACY FAMILIES”. We are proud to feature the Barnes family, who have been spiritual leaders in our region for decades. Please read the cover feature on Pages 28 – 29. 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Sr. Marketing Manager [email protected] Art Director: Milton McPherson [email protected] Associate Art Director: Joseph Sammaritano [email protected] Social Media Manager: Ariel Feldman [email protected] Editorial Assistant: Eric Solomon [email protected] Cover Photography: Justus Martin [email protected] PERSPECTIVE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 4 And Hoping for More – by Stephan N. Tchividjian IN THE WORD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 Franklin Graham: Pray for Donald J. Trump – by Franklin Graham PARENTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 Teaching Children to Love – by Dr. Bob and Torrey Roberts MARRIAGE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 Love Well – by Lisa May CHURCH UNITED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16 I Pledge Allegiance to the Christian Flag – by Edwin Copeland FOSTER CARE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18 Commanded to LOVE! – by Andrew Holmes THE CODE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20 Burying the Hatchet – by Dr. O.S. Hawkins YOU ASK WHY? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Our Fascination with Procrastination – by Dr. Tommy Boland GOODNEWSWANTSTOKNOW24–26 What has been your greatest disappointment and how have you dealt with it? COVER STORY . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28 – 29 50 Years of Grace and Growth: How the Barnes Family Helped Transform South Florida Families and Churches – by Shelly Pond HEART AND SOUL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30 Reaching Gen Z with the Gospel – by Gregory J. Rummo LEGAL Q & A . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32 How Do We Avoid Surprise Partners in Our Family Business? – by William “Bill” C. Davell ENCOURAGEMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . .34 God Whisperer – by Omar Aleman WE GET LETTERS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36 COMMUNITY NEWS . . . . . . . . .38 - 40 CALENDAR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42 - 43 CLASSIFIEDS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44 - 47 Well Done Pastor Rob On The Cover Our 2025 Good News Legacy Family Feature. The Barnes family appears on the set of the City Rev Life Podcast at City Rev Church in West Pembroke Pines. Pictured from left to right: Dr. Robey Barnes, Lead Pastor, City Rev Church, Rebekah Barnes, Rosemary Barnes, and Dr. Bob Barnes, CEO, Sheridan House Family Ministries. By God’s grace, the Barnes family has woven their faith into the fabric of South Florida for 50 years, strengthening families and uniting the Church. Read the cover feature on pages 28-29. Photo credit: Justus Martin www.justusmartinphoto.com - Leslie J. Feldman - Good News Publisher The Right Rev Mariann Edgar Budde and President Donald Trump C O N T E N T S Good News • February • Volume 26 Issue 11
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