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May 6, 2010 - National Day of Prayer - May 6, 2010
"The LORD is good, a refuge in times of trouble. He cares for those who trust in Him" Nahum 1:7
Greetings:
On May 6th the 59th annual National Day of Prayer will be observed around the country, and here in North Dakota. To learn more about the national event go to www.nationaldayofprayer.org. While at the NDP site you will be able to find sites where a National Day of Prayer event will be held, including those in North Dakota (also below).
Let us encourage you to take part in one of these planned events. If you live in an area where an event has not yet been planned, please consider doing so. While it may be difficult to complete the process (between now & May 6th) of officially linking to the national organization, you can organize an unofficial event. Let your prayers be lifted, and immediately after your event start the process of linking your next event to the 2011 National Day of Prayer site. Let us know and we will put you in contact with the North Dakota state NDP coordinators. Also if you are planning a prayer event this year, but not linked to the national event—let us know, and we will send out a notice via email and post on our website.
The power of prayer is awesome and undeniable. It is more powerful than any earthquake, flood, hurricane, or tsunami—or all those combined from the beginning of time. It is more powerful than any army, or navy, or all the nuclear warheads in the world. We serve a mighty God, a God of justice, the Almighty. And yet, He responds to the call of His people with love and compassion—reminiscent of the purity and beauty we would see in the face of a newborn baby. If we will only call on Him, He will heal our land. For He is good. On May 6th, and every day, let us fall on our knees and call on Him.
Minot
Start: 05/06/2010 at 07:00 PM
End: 05/06/2010 at 08:30 PM
Location: 1829 SW 8 St, Minot, ND 58701
First Presbyterian Church, 1000 3rd Street NE - Minot, ND
Contact: Zona Grubb at (701) 839-8022 or email
Harvey
Start: 05/06/2010 at 12:00 pm
End: 05/06/2010 at 13:00 pm
Location: 1007 Alder Avenue, Harvey, North Dakota 58341
Contact: Pastor Fred E. Westerhold at (701) 324-2548 or email
Bismarck
Start: 05/06/2010 at 12:00 pm
End: 05/06/2010 at 12:55 pm
Location: 2215 East Main Avenue St.4, Bismarck, ND 58501
Memorial Hall of the State Capital, Bismarck, ND
Contact: Kari Bitz at (701) 214-8402 or email
Valley City
Start: 05/06/2010 at 12:10 pm
End: 05/06/2010 at 12:30 pm
Location: 493 Central Ave N, Valley City, ND 58072
In the lobby of the Hi-Liner Activity Center
Contact: Lucas Aufenkamp at (701) 490-1358 or email
Fargo
Start: 05/06/2010 at 06:30 PM
End: 05/06/2010 at 08:00 PM
Location: 3803 13th Ave S, Fargo, ND 58103
Holiday Inn of Fargo, Harvest Room
Contact: kathy Spriggs at (701) 239-4621 or email
P R A Y E R FOR SUCH A TIME AS THIS
“The LORD is good, a refuge in times of trouble. He cares for those who trust in Him.”
Nahum 1:7
59th NATIONAL DAY OF PRAYER
Thursday May 6, 2010 6:30 pm
Holiday Inn, Harvest Room
3803 13th Ave S, Fargo ND
***Children’s prayer time
Age 4-6th Grade***
Guest speaker: Ellie Lofaro
Heart Mind and Soul Ministries
www.ellielofaro.com
February 12, 2010 - "Preserving the Family" Panel & Rally, Bismarck, ND
“Preserving the Family” panel discussion in Bismarck
Friday, Feb. 12, 2010
Greetings:
NDFA will host a panel discussion at the “Take Back Washington” rally in Bismarck on Friday, February 12th. The “Preserving the Family” discussion will address many of the cultural issues important to and affecting North Dakota families. Panelists will speak to the issues of life/abortion, defending marriage, and protecting our religious freedoms, from all perspectives—state, local, and federal.
And more importantly, adequate time will be set aside to hear from all of you, the real stars, the grass-roots-voices. It is our hope that as those in attendance leave this breakout session, not only will they have gained valuable information, but will have had the opportunity to share their views.
Our family values and religious freedoms are under attack. Those values and freedoms which we believed were protected and reserved to our families and churches---are in need of people to stand up and voices to speak out. Please reserve the date, invite family and friends, and attend.
To attend the rally visit www.takebackwashington.net.
Best Western Ramkota Hotel Bismarck North Dakota
800 S. Third Street • Bismarck, North Dakota 58504
Friday, February 12, 2010
“TAKE BACK WASHINGTON” RALLY FEATURES MICHELE BACHMANN -- AND YOU!!!
Organizers of a "Take Back Washington" Rally and Town Hall Meeting on February 12 in Bismarck will bring together people from across North Dakota - and they're hosting two keynote speakers: one of America's best-known conservatives, U.S. Rep. Michele Bachmann (R-MN) -- and you, the grass-roots-voices of North Dakota whose opinions haven't been heard in Washington.
Rep. Bachmann (R-MN) announced that she'll keynote the rally at the Best Western Ramkota Hotel in Bismarck, but it'll be everyday North Dakotans who'll carry the rest of the day. They'll be given a rare opportunity to tell Washington of their frustration that it has refused to to them.
The event features panel workshops throughout the day on Agriculture, Economic Growth & Taxes; Health Care; Energy; Preserving the Family; and Protecting Second Amendment Freedoms. Rep. Bachmann will deliver her keynote after the panels and the Johnny Holm Band will provide entertainment in the evening.
"The cultural legacy we leave our children and grandchildren are in jeopardy and its time the voices of the people are heard as we work to preserve the family," said Tom Freier, Executive Director of the North Dakota Family Alliance.
"Government can't - and shouldn't be - everything to everybody. We need restraint in spending, but we also need restraint in wanting. As citizens of this great country, we have to quit expecting and asking for more. Taxing and spending won't get us back on track. Personal responsibility and initiative, balanced with opportunity, will," North Dakota Farm Bureau President Eric Aasmundstad said.
"To change Washington, we must start with grassroots activists across North Dakota. We all agree on the key issues: taxes are too high, spending is out of control and a Washington take over of health care would be devastating.Together we can be an unstoppable force to make Washington work for us instead of the other way around," North Dakota GOP Chairman Gary Emineth said.
"The Tea Party movement is an example of people coming together in order to be heard about the direction of our government, particularly the national debt we are leaving our kids, and the over-reaching we see from Washington. People want us to get back to principles that built this nation into the greatest country in the world," said Robert W. Harms, an influential grassroots activist from Bismarck.
Tom D Freier
Executive Director
North Dakota Family Alliance
70-1-364-0676
701-471-0477 cell
www.ndfa.org
tfreier@ndfa.org
February 27, 2010 - 'Focus on Marriage' Simulcast
FOCUS ON MARRIAGE™ Simulcast
Celebrating God’s Design for Commitment SM
Saturday, February 27, 2010
Forever is possible!
Join thousands of couples all across the country as we celebrate God’s design for
commitment. At this marriage-strengthening simulcast we will tackle Christianity’s biggest challenges—empowering you and your spouse to stay faithful, committed and encouraged in your marriage.
Speakers Scheduled to appear:
Gary Thomas - Author of Sacred Marriage
Kirk & Chelsea Cameron - Lead Actor in Fireproof
Francis Chan - Author of Crazy Love
Stephen Kendrick - Co-author of The Love Dare
Les & Leslie Parrott - Real Relationships Ministry
Gary Chapman - Author of The Five Love Languages
Expect to receive . . .
• A unique spiritual perspective you won’t find at any other marriage conference
• Inspiring testimonies from those who’ve overcome serious marital struggles
• The powerful opportunity to recommit lives and marriages to Christ
Register today . . . your marriage deserves to thrive.
To register and purchase tickets contact one of the host churches listed below:
Atonement Lutheran Church 4601 South University Drive Fargo, ND 58104 701-237-9651
Bethel Lutheran Church 1615 South 17th St Grand Forks, ND 58201 701-772-5790
Victory Lutheran Brethren Church 510 9th Ave SW Jamestown, ND 58401 701-251-1570
First Assembly of God Church 1805 2nd St Minot, ND 58701 701-838-1111
Johnson Corners Wesleyan Church 11024 Hwy 23 Watford City, ND 58854 701-675-2359
Liberty Evangelical Free Church 506 14th St W Williston, ND 58802 701-572-8767
To go to the website, click on the link below:
http://ccnonline.net/focusonmarriage/attend.htm
November 15, 2009 - Family Week Celebration
View Poster.
The North Dakota Family Alliance has requested and the governor has designated by proclamation November 15-21st as Family Week. The primary purpose is to honor the family and encourage families to spend time together. This year’s emphasis is on parenting.
NDFA has sent Family Week posters to every school and church in the state, as well distributing many others across the state. To view a printer friendly version of the Family Week poster, click here. Please feel free to make copies to share with family and friends. You may refer others to our website to view all information at www.ndfa.org.
Our intention is that the Family Week designation will bring special focus to the family, and stir each of us to plan an activity to promote the family, enable families to spend time together, and to especially focus on children and parenting.
We would appreciate if special mention could be made on Sunday, November 15th to highlight this special week. Remind your pastor of the Family Week Celebration.
As special events are planned, we will share them on this page. If you are planning a Family Week Celebration event, let us know and we will post.
November , 2009 - 'Focus on Parenting' Simulcast
Kicking off this Family Week Celebration on November 14th, NDFA is helping to facilitate a Focus on Parenting Simulcast to be available across the state. With simulcast sites in Bismarck, Grand Forks, Minot, and Watford City—it is our hope all will be able to attend this wonderful event. To register or for more information, please first contact the host church, then the simulcast website, or the NDFA.
View the Poster
Date: Saturday, November 14, 2009
Time: 8:30 a.m.—3:30 p.m.
To register first contact the host church, then the simulcast website or NDFA.
Locations:
Contact Information:
North Dakota Family Alliance
Phone: 701.364.0676 Email: admin@ndfa.org
Website: www.ndfa.org
Simulcast Website
http://www.ccn.tv/focusonparenting/
November 4, 2009 - Balancing Truth & Grace Conference Video
Balancing Truth & Grace Conferences, A Christian Response to Homosexuality
By any account, the recent conferences held in Grand Forks, Fargo, and Bismarck were a huge success. Almost 600 individuals attended, including over 100 clergy and church staff.
Melissa Fryrear and Jeff Johnston, with Focus on the Family, did an absolutely marvelous job of communicating a wealth of information, but more so sharing from the heart, a message of transformational hope. Their personal testimonies revealed a seldom-told story, from a perspective of having same-sex attractions and living in a homosexual relationship, and through the power of God’s love were able to transform their lives.
October 16, 2009 - Balancing Truth & Grace Conference - Bismarck
October 14th Hope Covenant Church Grand Forks
October 15th Calvary United Methodist Church Fargo
October 16th First Evangelical Free Church Bismarck
NDFA is hosting this great conference, in conjunction with these three host site churches. The conference will consist of an afternoon session for clergy, pastors, priests, youth directors, and all church staff, in addition to an evening session for the public. No admission charge for either event.
1-4:30pm pastors/priests seminar 7-9pm Seminar open to public
As the event title indicates, our intent is to inform in the spirit of truth and grace to fully understand the issue and be equipped to minister to someone dealing with same-sex attractions. And even more importantly, this will be a message of hope that through God’s love transformation is for all.
Presenters, Melissa Fryrear and Jeff Johnston are nationally known experts who have firsthand experience with this seldom-told side of the story. Their involvement in ministries such as Love Won Out and Exodus, and their current role at Focus on the Family, has and continues to provide the credentials to speak from a perspective which is invaluable.
The seminar topics at the afternoon clergy event will be: Understanding Female Homosexuality, Understanding Male Homosexuality, and How Should We Respond. The evening session will encompass a more general overview, personal testimonies, and a structured question and answer period.
As NDFA debated the sexual orientation issue (SB2278) during the last legislative session, it did so in the spirit of truth and grace. We vowed to continue to educate and inform in that spirit. This conference is just for that purpose. If you are a pastor/priest, please plan on attending. All others—please plan on attending the evening session, and encouraging your church pastors/priests to attend the afternoon session. Please share this announcement with family, friends, and others who may have an interest in this great event.
View the Poster
October 15, 2009 - Balancing Truth & Grace Conference - Fargo
October 14th Hope Covenant Church Grand Forks
October 15th Calvary United Methodist Church Fargo
October 16th First Evangelical Free Church Bismarck
NDFA is hosting this great conference, in conjunction with these three host site churches. The conference will consist of an afternoon session for clergy, pastors, priests, youth directors, and all church staff, in addition to an evening session for the public. No admission charge for either event.
1-4:30pm pastors/priests seminar 7-9pm Seminar open to public
As the event title indicates, our intent is to inform in the spirit of truth and grace to fully understand the issue and be equipped to minister to someone dealing with same-sex attractions. And even more importantly, this will be a message of hope that through God’s love transformation is for all.
Presenters, Melissa Fryrear and Jeff Johnston are nationally known experts who have firsthand experience with this seldom-told side of the story. Their involvement in ministries such as Love Won Out and Exodus, and their current role at Focus on the Family, has and continues to provide the credentials to speak from a perspective which is invaluable.
The seminar topics at the afternoon clergy event will be: Understanding Female Homosexuality, Understanding Male Homosexuality, and How Should We Respond. The evening session will encompass a more general overview, personal testimonies, and a structured question and answer period.
As NDFA debated the sexual orientation issue (SB2278) during the last legislative session, it did so in the spirit of truth and grace. We vowed to continue to educate and inform in that spirit. This conference is just for that purpose. If you are a pastor/priest, please plan on attending. All others—please plan on attending the evening session, and encouraging your church pastors/priests to attend the afternoon session. Please share this announcement with family, friends, and others who may have an interest in this great event.
View the Poster
October 14, 2009 - Balancing Truth & Grace Conference - Grand Forks
October 14th Hope Covenant Church Grand Forks
October 15th Calvary United Methodist Church Fargo
October 16th First Evangelical Free Church Bismarck
NDFA is hosting this great conference, in conjunction with these three host site churches. The conference will consist of an afternoon session for clergy, pastors, priests, youth directors, and all church staff, in addition to an evening session for the public. No admission charge for either event.
1-4:30pm pastors/priests seminar 7-9pm Seminar open to public
As the event title indicates, our intent is to inform in the spirit of truth and grace to fully understand the issue and be equipped to minister to someone dealing with same-sex attractions. And even more importantly, this will be a message of hope that through God’s love transformation is for all.
Presenters, Melissa Fryrear and Jeff Johnston are nationally known experts who have firsthand experience with this seldom-told side of the story. Their involvement in ministries such as Love Won Out and Exodus, and their current role at Focus on the Family, has and continues to provide the credentials to speak from a perspective which is invaluable.
The seminar topics at the afternoon clergy event will be: Understanding Female Homosexuality, Understanding Male Homosexuality, and How Should We Respond. The evening session will encompass a more general overview, personal testimonies, and a structured question and answer period.
As NDFA debated the sexual orientation issue (SB2278) during the last legislative session, it did so in the spirit of truth and grace. We vowed to continue to educate and inform in that spirit. This conference is just for that purpose. If you are a pastor/priest, please plan on attending. All others—please plan on attending the evening session, and encouraging your church pastors/priests to attend the afternoon session. Please share this announcement with family, friends, and others who may have an interest in this great event.
View the Poster
May 7, 2009 - National Day of Prayer
The National Day of Prayer is an annual observance held on the first Thursday of May, inviting people of all faiths to pray for the nation. It was created in 1952 by a joint resolution of the United States Congress, and signed into law by President Harry S. Truman. It exists to communicate with every individual the need for personal repentance and prayer, and to mobilize the Christian community to intercede for America's leaders and its families.
Thousands of events are taking place around the country. Join prayer warriors on the National Day of Prayer at an event near you.
Bismarck, ND
05/07/2009
ND State Capitol Observance
Click here for details.
Fargo, ND
05/07/2009
Hope Lutheran South Church
Click here for details.
Jamestown, ND
05/07/2009
Evening of Prayer
Hillcrest Elementary
Click here for details.
Minot, ND
05/07/2009
Magic City Prayer Rally
Ward County Courthouse
Click here for details.
Minot, ND
05/07/2009
Ecumenical Prayer Service
Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church
Click here for details.
Minot, ND
05/07/2009
Community Evening Rally
Bible Fellowship Church
Click here for details.
For more information, click here to visit the National Day of Prayer official website.
March 10, 2009 - Legislative Informational Meetings
Below find the times, dates, and places for upcoming Legislative Informational Meetings. The purpose of these gatherings is to assist you in becoming more informed on the legislative issues important to the family, and enable you to become active in affecting the outcome of the legislation. Please come and bring a friend.
Please ask your pastor/church staff to announce or put information in the church bulletin.
The events will include:
- a review of current legislative bills important to the family
(life/abortion, marriage/sexual orientation, parental right, etc.)
- information on lthe egislative process
- information necessary to take action
- question and answer session
- local legislators will be invited
BISMARCK Tuesday, March 10, 7pm First Evangelical Free Church
205 43rd Ave NE
Bismarck, ND 58503
JAMESTOWN Thursday, March 12, 6:30pm James River Senior Citizens Center
502 - 10th Ave. S.E.
Jamestown, ND 58402
FARGO Saturday, March 14, 10am Bethel Evangelical Free Church
2702 30th Ave. S.
Fargo, ND 58103
MAYVILLE Saturday, March 14, 2pm Ebenezer Lutheran Church
15 3rd Ave NE
Mayville, ND 58257
GRAND FORKS Saturday, March 14, 6:30pm Lakeview Inn & Suites
3350 32nd Ave S
Grand Forks, ND 58201
MINOT Thursday, March 19, 5pm Sleep Inn & Suites
2400 10th Street SW
Minot, ND 58701
February 10, 2009 - Faith, Family, & Freedom NDFA Banquet- Fargo
Ramada Plaza & Suites- Fargo
Tuesday, February 10th
Dinner, Program, & Awards @ 6:30pm
Scott Hennen- Emcee
North Dakota's THE FLAG Radio Owner, On-Air Host, and Chairman of the Common Sense Club will emcee the event.
Bob Upgren- Speaker
North Dakota's Bob Upgren addresses today's culture with high-energy messages of living a life of values. In demand nationally, Bob's speeches transcend occupation, gender and age. He accompanies hiskey-note presentations with his world-rated chalk artistry. Attendees come away spellbound, motivated to change their approach to life-family-work, and have remarked, "This guy's a walking standing ovation."
Bob also operates a faith-based basketball camp that attracts national NBA stars. His new book, The Storyteller, inspires leadership and a personal life mission.
Come hear who has taken corporations, civic groups, colleges and Christian events around the nation by storm!
FOR TABLE SPONSORSHIP OR RESERVATIONS, please call the NDFA office at 701-364-0676.
As a statewide, Christian based non-profit organization, the NDFA ‘stands in the gap' representing family values in the public policy arena on the local, state, and federal level. We educate and inform the residents of North Dakota, as well as public policy makers, with the desire to influence public policy. Our success can be measured by our ability to impact the generational legacy we will leave for our children and grandchildren.
Our cause is great, and the mission field is right here in North Dakota. Now more than ever the mission of the North Dakota Family Alliance to strengthen families and protect our religious freedoms is vital to the future of our state.
Please consider joining us at the banquet. Your generous support will be appreciated and will truly ‘make a difference.'
November 20, 2008 - ND Heart Gallery
The North Dakota Heart Gallery is a non-profit organization dedicated to helping children find permanent homes by raising awareness of their plight. We do this by recruiting the state's most talented photographers to take photographs of each child which showcase his or her personality, individuality and spirit. The North Dakota Heart Gallery will travel the state, exhibiting at various events, and providing much-needed exposure for older children in the public welfare system that wait for families.
The children featured in the North Dakota Heart Gallery are currently available for adoption and are awaiting placements in adoptive homes. 
The North Dakota Heart Gallery's premiere exhibit will be hosted by the Plains Art Museum in Fargo.
This traveling exhibit features 15 photographs of 20 North Dakota children in foster care who are seeking adoption. For more information about the project or to learn about future exhibit appearances, visit http://www.ndheartgallery.org/.
5 - 8 p.m. Thursday, November 20, 2008
Plains Art Museum- 3rd floor, 704 1st Ave. N., Fargo
Free Admission
Online: http://www.ndheartgallery.org/
http://www.adoptuskids.org/
http://www.heartgalleryofamerica.org/
November 18, 2008 - Live Remote Radio Broadcast with Scott Hennen at Bismarck Scheels store
Live remote radio broadcast on Am1100 radio, Scott Hennen Show,
9-10am on Tuesday 11-18-08 at Scheels, in Bismarck
Guests on the live remotes will include:
9:10 Tom Freier, NDFA Executive Director
First Lady Mikey Hoeven
9:25 Interview guest representing perspectives from 4 environments, sharing personal thoughts on the importance of the family
Business Jon Lee, Bread Poets
Church Bishop Zipfel, Diocese of Bismarck
Education Ross Reinhiller, Supt. Shiloh Christian School
Military Rob Keller, ND National Guard
The Scott Hennen show broadcasts on 1100am in Fargo, 1270am KLXX in Bismarck, and 1460am KLTC in Dickinson.
November 17, 2008 - Live Remote Radio Broadcast with Scott Hennen at Fargo Scheels store
Live remote radio broadcast on Am1100 radio, Scott Hennen show,
9-10am on Monday 11-17-08 at Scheels on 45th St. in Fargo
Guests on the live remotes will include:
9:20 Tom Freier, NDFA Executive Director
Dr. Bill Maiers, Focus on the Family representative (via phone)
9:30 Interview guests representing perspectives from 4 environments, sharing personal thoughts on the importance of the family
Business Brad Williams, GoldMark
Church Pastor Dave Motta, Calvary UMC
Education Troy Cody, Fargo North High
Military Jody Harms, ND National Guard
The Scott Hennen show broadcasts on 1100am in Fargo, 1270am KLXX in Bismarck, and 1460am KLTC in Dickinson
November 14, 2008 - Press Conference at Capitol
10:00am Friday, November 14 at Capitol in Bismarck
Tom Freier, NDFA Executive Director, will join the National Guard and the Governor's office for a press conference to encourage ND to honor the family by spending time together during Family Week.
November 7, 2008 - Face the Fall Without Alcohol
Face the Fall without Alcohol, an event to empower youth and parents to prevent underage drinking, will be held on November 7th at Sleep Inn-Dakota Square in Minot. This event, geared toward 7-10 grades, starts at 6:30pm and admission is free. The event is sponsored by the Minot chapter of the ND Family Alliance.
The evening will include free food, games, giveaways, and the featured speaker, Jeff Warner of Ultimate Strength. Jeff is a World Record holder in several strong man events and has been a professional wrestler and boxer. He will be talking about preventing substance abuse and performing strong man feats.
Adults are invited to attend the Face the Fall Without Alcohol event or to join the Seminar on Cutting held for parents, counselors, and youth pastors from 7-9pm.
For additional information, contact Virginia Dohms at dohms@srt.com or 701-852-2339. For information on the Seminar on Cutting, contact Scott Melhoff at 701-852-0684.
October 17, 2008 - Laugh Your Way to a Better Marriage- Fargo
Friday October 17th 7-10 pm
Saturday October 18th 9 am - 12:30 pm
Bethel Evangelical Free Church
2702 30th Ave. SW
Fargo, ND 58103
701-232-4476
For a sneak peek, click here. Go to Experience, then Video Clips.
Why a "laughter" approach to a marriage seminar? For one simple reason: to overcome the male objection to a seminar. Let's be honest, a marriage seminar isn't the first thing a guy thinks of when he thinks of "a fun way to spend the weekend." We get that...
Familiar with the fact that women are usually much more open to discussing marital problems than their spouses, Laugh Your Way to a Better Marriage is designed with an element of humor that appeals to couples, but is especially well-received by men. By making our event fun and non-threatening, more men are open to attending and both husband and wife end up having a fantastic time.
However, while this event is fun, it is anything but light and ineffective. Mark's great content and unique approach to troubled marriages has yielded one of the highest success rates in the country.
October 15, 2008 - Planning Meeting for 'Fall the Fall Without Alcohol' event- Minot
Plans for Face the Fall Without Alcohol are in full swing. The event will be on Friday, Nov. 7 at 6:30 P.M. at Sleep Inn. We will have a planning meeting on Wednesday, Oct. 15 at 1 P.M. and anyone is welcome to come.
We are specifically looking for volunteers for registration, greeting, serving food, helping with games, and (of course) clean up. We would love to have you help us and anything you can do to get the word out will be greatly appreciated. For more information, contact Virginia Dohms at 701-852-2339 or dohms@srt.com.
October 14, 2008 - National 40 Days for Life MIDPOINT Teleconference Rally and Web Simulcast
To hear the latest breaking news about the cumulative results of the first half of this fall's national 40 Days for Life -- and to learn how you can help make a profound impact during the second half of this campaign -- you won't want to miss Tuesday night's 40 Days for Life MIDPOINT teleconference rally and web simulcast.
Join more than 1,400 people who are already signed up for Tuesday's nationwide call.
WHAT: 40 Days for Life MIDPOINT Tele-Rally and Web Simulcast
DATE: Tuesday, October 14
TIME: 9 PM Eastern (8 PM Central, 7 PM Mountain, 6 PM Pacific)
FORMAT: Simulcast! (Attend via phone or webcast -- it's your choice)
HOW: Register now
October 1, 2008 - Sowing Seeds of Hope- Fargo
October 1st, 2008
Pastoral Center, Diocese of Fargo- 5201 Bishops Blvd., Fargo, ND
A Life Issues Seminar for parish nurses, caregivers and laity
Morning presentations will focus on the emotional and spiritual effects of an abortion experience. Participants will learn how faith communities can sow seeds of healing for those who have experienced an abortion.
For more information contact Rachelle: 701-356-7910,
e-mail: rachelle.sauvageau@fargodiocese.org
September 28, 2008 - September 29, 2008 Fargo, Grand Forks: Special Pre-Screening of The Human Experience
Join us on Sunday, September 28 for a pre-screening of the film The Human Experience.
Produced by Grassroots Film, The Human Experience is described as "the story of a band of brothers who travel the world in search of answers to the burning questions: Who am I? Who is Man? What is the meaning of it all?"
To view a trailer of the film go to: http://www.grassrootsfilms.com Showtime is 4 p.m., Fargo Theatre, 314 Broadway, Fargo, ND. Tickets are $8/pre-ordered or $10 at the door. To order your tickets contact: AM1370 KWTL at 701-795-0122 in Grand Forks or 877-795-0122 toll free; write to: AM1370 at: Box 13703, Grand Forks, ND 58208-1370; or e-mail: businessmanager@realpresenceradio.com.
Sponsored by the Respect Life Office and Communications Office of the Diocese of Fargo and AM1370 KWTL Real Presence Radio. A second showing of the film will be held on Monday, September 29 at the River Cinema 12, Riverwalk Centre Mall, 211 Demers Ave, East Grand Forks, MN. Showtime is 6:45 p.m.
September 27, 2008 - "The Truth Project" Live Simulcast
Attend the Truth Project Simulcast Training Event at a Host Site Near You!
LIVE via Satellite - Saturday, September 27, 2008
The Truth Project is a great study focusing on presenting a biblical worldview addressing the important issues of the day impacting families.
As it has been throughout history, God continues to call ordinary people to make an eternal difference in our world. We invite you to be a part of this cultural change by participating in the live nation-wide Focus on the Family's Truth Project Simulcast Training Event. We believe this one-day event represents the possibility for exponential change within the body of Christ, as we expect that tens of thousands will be transformed by this curriculum.
The LIVE Truth Project Simulcast Training Event will equip you to make a Christ-centered difference on our culture by applying God's principles to your daily life.
For more information, visit The Truth Project website and/or the Simulcast Event informational website.
September 24, 2008 - November 2, 2008 40 Days for Life in Fargo
The 40 Days for Life North Dakota committee is excited to announce our participation in the national 40 Days for Life campaign again this year. Communities across our state will be uniting with more than 173 cities in 45 states and DC for the largest simultaneous pro-life mobilization in history from September 24th - November 2nd. You can be part of this peaceful, prayerful effort to end abortion in our state and nation by praying at the abortion facility in Fargo, taking part in 40 Days for Life events, and working within your church to promote efforts of prayer and fasting among your church family.
To register for either event, or to know more about how you can take part in 40 Days for Life North Dakota visit: http://www.40daysforlifend.com/ or call in Fargo; 701-356-7910, or call the Pregnancy Help Center; 701-284-6601, or e-mail: phc@polarcomm.com
September 22, 2008 - Tom Freier and Tom Freier on Scott Hennen show
Tom Freier, NDFA Executive Director, and Dr. Allen Unruh will be guests on the Scott Hennen Show on Monday, Sept. 22nd at 9:30am. Dr. Unruh will discuss the South Dakota ballot initiative coming up for vote in the November general election-Initiative #11 banning abortions used as birth control, except in the cases of rape and incest and to protect the life and health of the mother... Tom will share his views as to how the SD initiative may affect the country, including us here in ND.
If you would like to listen, you sure can tune in at 1100am in Fargo,
Or on the internet at http://am1100.tv/#
Or in the western part of the state...........
Scott Hennen Show: 8-10 am CST
Bismarck: Super Talk 1270 AM KLXX
Big Kat KT1090 AM KTGO
Scott Hennen Show: 8-9 am CMT
Dickinson: Classic Country 1460 AM KLTCD
September 17, 2008 - Massive Nationwide Conference Call to Support SD Efforts of Being 1st State to Ban Abortion
Everything is in place for Wednesday night's call!
Web site: http://www.supportsouthdakota.com
Help South Dakota END ABORTION
Dear Friend,
This is a crucial moment for the pro-life movement.
In just over 50 days, a simple majority of South Dakota voters will have the opportunity to decide the fate of the first law that has a very real chance of overturning the unjust Roe v. Wade Supreme Court decision that has resulted in the death of more than 50 million unborn children.
South Dakota is on the verge of becoming the first state in America to pass a ban on abortion......BUT THERE'S A BIG PROBLEM
In addition to launching a massive multi-million-dollar media campaign -- filled with lies and misinformation -- Planned Parenthood and the abortion industry have brought in hired-gun political consultants who are using every trick in the book to try and kill this lifesaving law.
The sad thing is that Planned Parenthood's scheme seems to be working so far.
If we don't help mobilize pro-life support from across America immediately, the election could possibly go down to defeat!
Nobody knows when -- or IF -- we'll get another chance like this if Planned Parenthood defeats the South Dakota abortion ban on election day.
WE CAN HELP TIP THE ELECTION TO VICTORY...
This Wednesday night, September 17, at 9 PM Eastern (8 PM Central, 7 PM Mountain, 6 PM Pacific) you are invited to join a massive nationwide conference call "tele-rally" and emergency fundraiser. The event will also be simulcast live with streaming audio on the web.
Pro-lifers from across America will be joining together to help push the South Dakota pro-life effort over the top in the last few weeks before the election.
Not only that, generous donors have pledged to match every gift given on the call -- dollar-for-dollar -- up to $150,000! Here's the bottom line...
...Every single pro-life dollar raised during Wednesday night's tele-rally will be instantly DOUBLED, providing the VoteYesForLife.com campaign the shot in the arm they desperately need to:
Mobilize the statewide pro-life "get out the vote" effort...
- Mobilize the statewide pro-life "get out the vote" effort...
- Fill the airwaves with hard-hitting ads that tell the truth about abortion...
- Place thousands of signs in yards and along every major road...
- ...And whatever else is necessary to win the victory on election day!
HEAR FROM INSPIRING STATE AND NATIONAL LEADERS
On Thursday night's call you will hear from many respected leaders, including:
DICK BOTT, SR., President, Bott Radio Network
FR. FRANK PAVONE, Priests for Life
LESLEE AND ALLEN UNRUH, VoteYesForLife.com
HAROLD J. CASSIDY, Attorney at Law
DAVID BEREIT, 40 Days for Life
PHIL BURRESS, Citizens for Community Values
DIANNE HEYNEN, South Dakota post-abortive woman
CARMEN PATE, Point of View Talk Radio Show
(Organization names listed for identification purposes only.)
REGISTER NOW TO JOIN THE TELECONFERENCE
The announcement of this important conference call is being sent out to tens of thousands of pro-life Christians around America, and there is limited space available on the live call.
To get on the tele-rally, I strongly urge you to register now at:
http://www.supportsouthdakota.com/
There's absolutely no charge to register for the call, and we'll immediately send your call-in details by e-mail.
We look forward to talking with you on the LIVE conference call this Wednesday night!
--Support South Dakota Team
http://www.supportsouthdakota.com/
P.S.- Even if you can't participate in the live call, go ahead and register anyway because we're recording the whole call. We'll notify you as soon as your recording is ready (probably shortly after the end of the call.)
P.P.S- REMEMBER: generous donors have pledged to match every gift given on the call -- dollar-for-dollar -- up to $150,000! Every dollar invested on the call will be instantly DOUBLED, providing a vital surge of support for South Dakota that could make the difference between victory -- or defeat.
P.P.P.S.- Please SPREAD THE WORD to every pro-lifer you know across America so they can also participate in this vital discussion! Simply encourage them to also visit this web page: http://www.supportsouthdakota.com/
September 15, 2008 - ND 40 Days for Life Simulcast/ Teleconference
The NDFA supports each and every endeavor to protect the life of the unborn. The greatest of these is the power of prayer, petitioning our Creator. It is in that spirit that we are so pleased to be a part of the 40 Days for Life campaign. We fervently pray that God will hear our humbled voices as we seek His divine intervention that the life of every little unborn boy or girl would be spared.
Below see an announcement of the campaign in Fargo, and information about how you can register to be a part of a live teleconference/simulcast event. This is going to be a great event-hope you can join us!!
In Him,
Tom
(Tom Freier, Executive Director)
North Dakota is on the brink of making history.
The overwhelming majority of people here in ND are pro-life, and abortion numbers have dropped so dramatically over the years that there is now only one remaining abortion center in the state...
...And that facility will be the focus of a 40 Days for Life campaign this fall -- a pro-life initiative that has already saved hundreds of lives around the country and closed multiple abortion facilities!
Many national leaders are now recognizing what we have believed for some time -- that North Dakota could be on the verge of becoming the first abortion-free state in the nation!
To seize this historic opportunity, you are personally invited to participate Monday night in a one-time-only LIVE teleconference (that will also be simulcast on the Internet) -- without ever having to leave the comfort of your home or office.
During this landmark event, you will discover how, IN JUST 40 DAYS, you can help:
>> Dramatically reduce abortion rates in North Dakota and help move our state toward being abortion-free
>> Recruit and mobilize hundreds -- or thousands of new people into effective, life-saving efforts
>> Lead post-abortive women -- and men -- into proven and effective healing programs
>> Develop dynamic new leaders to increase the future impact of pro-life efforts
>> Bring churches together in an historic display of Christian unity and action
>> Generate enormous "buzz" by getting prominent pro- life news coverage -- even from biased media outlets
>> Make the sanctity of human life the single most important issue in upcoming elections
On this historic call, you will hear from:
* DAVID BEREIT & SHAWN CARNEY, National 40 Days for Life
* COLLEEN SAMSON, North Dakota 40 Days for Life
* TOM FREIER, North Dakota Family Alliance
* DAVE MOTTA, Calvary United Methodist Church of Fargo
* JANNE MYRDA, North Dakota Concerned Women for America
* BISHOP SAMUEL AQUILA, Diocese of Fargo
* FR. CHARLES LACROIX, Shanley High School
* FR. FRANK PAVONE, Priests for Life
* LOU ENGLE, TheCall
* MATT LOCKETT, Bound4LIFE
You won't want to miss this vital discussion that could dramatically affect the future of North Dakota!
Here's how to register:
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WHAT: North Dakota 40 Days for Life Teleconference and Web Simulcast
WHEN: Monday, September 15, at 8 PM Central / 7 PM Mountain
WHO: YOU!
FORMAT: Simulcast! (Attend via phone or streaming web audio simulcast -- it's your choice)
HOW: Register for this important event at: http://www.40daysforlifend.com/register.php
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We look forward to talking with you Monday evening!
P.S.- There's limited space on the live teleconference and webcast, so I'd strongly recommend that you go ahead and register immediately so you don't miss out.
For all the details, go to http://www.40daysforlifend.com/register.php
P.P.S.- Can't participate in the live call? Go ahead and register anyway because we're recording the whole event. As soon as your free audio recording is ready, we'll notify you by email.
September 12, 2008 - Values Voter Summit
Don't miss the largest gathering of values voters from across the nation!
September 12-14, 2008 in Washington, D.C.
Gingrich, Bennett, Romney, Colson, Dobbs, Baldwin and more are confirmed speakers.
For more information, click here.
June 25, 2008 - Dickinson/ Bismarck - "Vote Yes for Life" gathering
The South Dakota ‘Vote Yes For Life' committee will be making a presentation in Bismarck, on June 26th. The purpose of this gathering is to hear more about the effort in South Dakota to pass an initiated measure to stop abortion, with certain exceptions. The North Dakota Family Alliance supports this initiative and encourages all to attend. We thank all those instrumental in arranging for this event.
7:30 PM
Wednesday, June 25
American Bank Center
Tex Rex Mall location
Dickinson, ND
7:00 PM
Thursday, June 26
First Evangelical Free Church
North Washington & 43rd Ave
Bismarck, ND
Click here for details.
June 24, 2008 - "Working to End Abortion in North Dakota" Pro-Life Rally and 40 Days for Life event
This fall more than 500 cities from across the nation have already expressed an interest in joining the 2008 campaign! David Bereit will be making a special visit to help promote the Fall 40 Days for Life here in Fargo.
A rally will be held on the sidewalk outside the Red River Women’s abortion facility, 512 1st Ave. N., Fargo, on Tuesday, June 24, at 7 p.m. to increase awareness of 40 Days for Life North Dakota. This pro-life effort encourages prayer and fasting for an end to abortion in our state.
David Bereit, director of the national 40 Days for Life campaign, and Shawn Carney, 40 Days for Life board member, will be present to share information about how 40 Days for Life efforts are changing hearts across the nation. Please join in this visible witness to the dignity of all human life. For more information, call the Pregnancy Help Center in Park River at (701) 284-6601 or (701)356-7979 (in Fargo).
May 27, 2008 - Fargo- Breakdown program stresses importance of sexual integrity
BreakDown is a unique, high-energy, youth-led program tackling the issue of teen sexual activity through drama, hip-hop dance, motivational speaking, and video testimonials. The program has been shown to thousands of North Dakota youth and educators, and it has been getting great reviews. BreakDown stresses the importance of sexual integrity, while highlighting the potential physical and emotional consequences that can come from sexual activity outside of marriage.
Come and see BreakDown on Tuesday, May 27th at 7:00 PM at Shanley High School. Parents and youth are encouraged to attend. BreakDown is designed for Jr. High, Sr. High, and adult audiences.
Click here to download a copy of the event flyer.
May 26, 2008 - Memorial Day - honoring those making the supreme sacrifice
If you missed hearing the US Army Band and Chorus at the White House Rose Garden ceremony on April 15th, listen to
Click here- Very Moving
May 11, 2008 - Happy Mother's Day!
On behalf of all here at the NDFA, here is wishing you a Happy and Blessed Mothers Day. A mother’s role in the family cannot be duplicated or replaced. It was inspired and designed by God, the Creator, Himself. No wonder, mothers are ‘more precious than diamonds, worth more than rubies’. Mothers, you have a place all alone in God’s creation. Mothers, you truly are special!
To honor mothers on this special day, below find a prayer, scripture, and an account of the founding of Mothers Day.
God Bless.
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Loving God,
We thank you for the love of the mothers you have given us,
whose love is so precious that it can never be measured,
whose patience seems to have no end.
May we see your loving hand behind them and guiding them.
We pray for those mothers who fear they will run out of love
or time, or patience.
We ask you to bless them with your own special love.
We ask this in the name of Jesus, our Lord and Savior.
Amen.
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Scripture for mothers and wives-
A wife of noble character who can find?
She is worth far more than rubies.
Her husband has full confidence in her
and lacks nothing of value.
She brings him good, not harm,
all the days of her life.
She is clothed with strength and dignity;
she can laugh at the days to come.
She speaks with wisdom,
and faithful instruction is on her tongue.
She watches over the affairs of her household
and does not eat the bread of idleness.
Her children arise and call her blessed;
her husband also, and he praises her:
"Many women do noble things,
but you surpass them all."
Charm is deceptive, and beauty is fleeting;
but a woman who fears the LORD is to be praised.
Give her the reward she has earned,
and let her works bring her praise at the city gate.
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The founding of Mother's Day-
The religious and deeply Christian origins of Mother''s Day reflect the faith of the woman credited as its founder, Anna Jarvis.
Methodist
When the Civil War broke out she called together several of her clubs and asked them to make a pledge that friendship and good will would not be a casualty of the war. In a remarkable display of courage and compassion the women nursed soldiers from both sides and saved many lives.
A peacemaker who healed the wounds of war
As if that weren't enough, Anna Reeves Jarvis became a genuine peace maker after the war. The wounds and animosity between families who fought on either side were deep. So Anna organized "Mothers' Friendship Days" to bring together families across the Mason Dixon line.
Anna Jarvis was born in 1850 and was an impressionable child and teenager when her mother was at the peak of her courageous work. So in 1907, two years after her mother's death, she organized the first "mothers' day" in Grafton so that the work of peacemaking and the war against poverty which her mother waged would not be forgotten.
If Mother's Day has become too commercial, Anna Jarvis would have been the first to object, indeed, she did protest the profiteering that had become part of Mother's Day even during her lifetime. The remedy for the excesses of this popular holiday, is not to ignore them, but to lift up the story of its founder, and her own mother, Anna Reeves Jarvis, both of whom exemplified the very best that the Christian faith has to offer.
May 1, 2008 - National Day of Prayer
The 57th Annual National Day of Prayer will take place Thursday, May 1, 2008. The theme for this coming year is "Prayer! America's Strength and Shield" and is based on the verse from Psalm 28:7 which states: "The Lord is my strength and shield; my heart trusts in Him and I am helped."
To learn more about the National Day of Prayer, visit http://www.ndptf.org/.
To access the
To find an event near you, visit http://www.ndptf.org/custom/events/eventSearch/.
Fargo’s agenda for National Day of Prayer… more.
April 14, 2008 - FOCUS ON THE FAMILY representative to visit North Dakota
In response to a request from the North Dakota Family Alliance, a representative from Focus on the Family will be visiting in North Dakota from April 15th-17th. The nature of the visit will be to jointly share information in regard to the North Dakota Family Alliance becoming associated with Focus on the Family.
The schedule will have us in Bismarck on April 15th, Grand Forks on April 16th, and Fargo on April 17th. If you would like to visit with representatives from Focus on the Family and the North Dakota Family Alliance, please contact us here at the NDFA. We have arranged a time and place where that will occur.
April 6, 2008 - Linton- NDFA Benefit Concert
Enjoy the gospel music of the men's group "Victory Singers" and be moved by a message from the NDFA's Executive Director. On April 6th, join us at 7:00pm at United Methodist Church 419 N Broadway St., Linton, ND 58552.
February 28, 2008 - Fargo- 'NDFA Benefit Concert' featuring Kelly Thoreson & Calvary Quartet Plus
With her band, stir your heart with the music of Kelly Thoreson. Kelly is the writer of the Halo Projects- angelic musical dramas now being staged across the country. Calvary Quartet Plus will entertain you with toe-tappin' gospel music. Please join us Thursday, February 28, 2008 at 7:00pm at Calvary United Methodist Church in Fargo. 4575 45th St. South. Cookies, coffee, and fellowship time following the concert. Feel free to print the flyer and pass it along to those who may be interested in attending.
February 24, 2008 - Devil's Lake- 'NDFA Benefit Concert' featuring Special Delivery
Special Delivery, a North Dakota based trio, will perform traditional, contemporary, and light country gospel music. The group, which began singing in a small-town coffeehouse setting, now has professionally produced recordings. Please join us Sunday, February 24, 2008 at 7:00pm at Bethel Evangelical Free Church in Devil's Lake. 1312 Walnut Street. Cookies, coffee, and fellowship time following the concert. Feel free to print the flyer and pass it along to those who may be interested in attending.
February 15, 2008 - Fargo- Family Life Marriage Conference
The Weekend to Remember is back in Fargo! It's February 15 - 17 (Friday evening - Sunday afternoon) at the Doublewood Inn.
Learn more & register to attend at: FamilyLife.com or call 1-800-FL-TODAY (358-6329).
February 9, 2008 - Truth Project Leadership Training
Hastings, Minnesota. Click here for more information.
February 1, 2008 - Far Above Rubies
"Who can find a virtuous woman? For her price is far above rubies." Proverbs 31:10. An Event for girls in grades 7-12. For more information, contact
January 30, 2008 - Parent EmPowerment Workshops in Fargo
Make a Sound Choice, a positive youth development program of FirstChoice Clinic, is holding two Parent EmPowerment workshops for parents, grandparents, and anyone who works with youth of all ages with speaker, Shelly Donahue.
The workshops will be held Wednesday, January 30th at 7:00 p.m. at Cheney Middle School, 825 17th Ave E, West Fargo and Thursday, January 31st at 7:00 p.m. at Shanley High School, 5600 25th St. South, Fargo.
These events are FREE and open to the public.
January 16, 2008 - Freier to address the NDHSA
Tom Freier will address North Dakota Home School Association members as they congregate at the state capitol in Bismarck, on Wednesday, January 16th at 3pm.
Freier will share an overview of the North Dakota Family Alliance, its mission, vision, and goals, and the relationship between the NDFA and NDHSA. Freier will also review past legislation, and discuss legislation which may be presented in the upcoming 2009 legislative session.
January 14, 2008 - Bella: A Family Movie for the Holidays
As millions of families head to the movies this Christmas season, the family-friendly, pro-life movie Bella should be at the top of their list.
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January 13, 2008 - 'NDFA Benefit Concert' featuring the Glen Schmidt Family
Great Music & Inspiring Message - The family will perform your favorite gospel music with a variety of instruments from guitars, violin, mandolin, and harmonica. The family of 9 has performed in Canada and several states is the US.
Click here for more information
November 25, 2007 - Indefinite - 40 Days for Life CONTINUES!
40 Days for Life CONTINUES! In the Fall of 2007, our community united with more than 89 cities in 33 states for the largest simultaneous pro-life mobilization in history - the nationwide 40 Days for Life campaign. Some leaders are saying that, with God's help, this effort could mark the beginning of the end of abortion in America. Fargo, ND continued the campaign day and night for 10 extra days and will now persevere for 40 hours every week at the only abortion clinic left in the state UNTIL IT CLOSES! Help is needed at the peaceful vigil Mondays and Tuesdays 8:00 - 10:00 am and Wednesdays, Thursdays, & Fridays 7:00 am - 7:00 pm.
Learn more by visiting www.40daysforlifend.com.
November 20, 2007 - Holiday of Lights Parade in downtown Fargo-Moorhead
Bring your family and welcome the holiday spirit. Watch the parade and shop downtown decorated for the holidays. This event starts at 6:30 p.m.
November 17, 2007 - Harvest Hoe Down at Oak Grove
Attend the Harvest Hoe Down carnival at the north Oak Grove campus with your family. There will be carriage rides, games, food, and lots of fun!
November 17, 2007 - Governor Hoeven has proclaimed Family Week
Governor Hoeven has proclaimed Family Week during the week of Thanksgiving, 11/18/07 - 11/24/07. In your family, church, school, business, or service organization, please celebrate Family Week by planning events focusing on the family and families spending time together.
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September 27, 2007 - The Truth Project - Churches needed to host simulacast
According to a 2003 Barna study, only 9% of professing Christians have a biblical worldview. The evidence of this is all around us in a culture where we spend our money and time on things that fail to satisfy and find ourselves wondering what life's ultimate purpose really is. We are losing our bearings as a people and as a nation. Yet God's Truth exists, and it is within reach if we seek it.
Be a Truth Champion and Host the Truth Project Simulcast Training Event at Your Church!
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