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"God's response to Moses was a profound promise: 'My Presence will go with you, and I will give you rest.' This wasn't just about a physical destination; it was about a spiritual reality. The Hebrew word for "rest" (nuakh) implies a settled, secure peace—the kind of rest that comes from knowing you are not alone, that God Himself is leading you. This rest is a direct result of His presence, which distinguished God's people from all others..." Read More...

Kenny and Elisa Johnson are Kingdom-minded leaders devoted to glorifying God in every sphere of life. Kenny, in addition to leading KingDurance, also uses his position Palm Bay City Councilman as a platform to boldly proclaim Christ, believing there is a rightful place for politics and religion since our nation was founded on biblical principles. Alongside him, Elisa leads Happy Together, a ministry dedicated to strengthening marriages and equipping women of God in modesty, grace, and truth. Together, they also founded Healing Through Christ, a nonprofit reaching orphans, widows, and the lost through evangelism and discipleship, and operate Kingdom Legacy Press, through which they have published six books inspiring believers toward godliness and purpose.

Through KingDurance, Kenny ministers to the fatherless and the orphaned, using fitness as a tool to build up the body of Christ in men and children. His mission is to see men sharpen one another “as iron sharpens iron” and rise as righteous leaders, while helping children embrace their God-given identity—knowing they are the greatest in the Kingdom and can do all things through Christ who gives them strength (Philippians 4:13). Whether through government, publishing, fitness, or ministry outreach, Kenny and Elisa remain steadfast in their calling to advance the Kingdom of God by building up His people in spirit, truth, and strength.

BREVARD — Local ministry and church leaders gathered on Thursday, September 25 at Wings of Grace in Melbourne for the Life Chain 2025 Planning Meeting, an evening focused on uniting Brevard’s Christian community around life and child welfare efforts. Out of this shared vision emerged plans for the Brevard 4 Life Coalition. The coalition will work to amplify communication, share updates, and foster cooperation among organizations that serve mothers, children, and families in the county. Read More...

MELBOURNE — A rainbow appeared in the sky above Melbourne City Hall on Friday, September 26 as local Christians gathered for a community Psalm sing and prayer event. Families and believers of all ages joined together outside City Hall to lift their voices in worship and intercede for Brevard County and the nation. Read more...

SUNDAY, OCT. 5 — The annual South Brevard Life Chain will take place from 2 to 3 p.m. at multiple locations across Melbourne, Palm Bay, West Melbourne, and Satellite Beach. Participants will gather for a peaceful, prayerful public witness upholding the sanctity of human life from conception to natural death. Signs will be provided, and those without a participating church may meet at Melbourne Square Mall. Learn More...

SUNDAY, OCT. 5 — Following the Life Chain events across Brevard County, Agape Women’s Center in Merritt Island will host an open house from 3 to 5 p.m. Visitors are invited to enjoy light refreshments, tour the center, and meet the team behind Agape’s Pro-Abundant Life mission. Learn More...

ROCKLEDGE — Rockledge High School shared a powerful moment on its official Facebook page on Wednesday, September 24: dozens of students gathered around the flagpole in prayer for the annual See You at the Pole observance. Read More...

PALM BAY — Pastor Ken Delgado of The House Church Palm Bay shared a powerful message centered on the message of Christ at Palm Bay City Council's recent meeting on Thursday. "Today I just want to honor Charlie Kirk for his stance on the truth, on the grace, on the power of resurrection... as the Body of Christ we should be exuding that very thing," Delgado said. Learn More...

TUESDAY, OCT. 7 — Wholeness to Freedom Ministries in Melbourne will host its monthly Women of Faith Networking Meetup from 9 to 10 a.m. The gathering provides an opportunity for women across Brevard to connect, pray, and encourage one another in faith and purpose. Learn More...

THURSDAY–FRIDAY, OCT. 9–10 — New Life Mission and CITA Rescue Mission will co-host Conversations on a Bench, a 24-hour livestream event from 3 p.m. Thursday to 3 p.m. Friday outside 407 E. New Haven Ave. in Melbourne. CEOs Amy Lyon and Buddy Morrow will lead open conversations with community leaders, pastors, business owners, and residents on homelessness, addiction, and mental health. The event is part of a North America–wide initiative by Citygate Network to foster listening, understanding, and hope. Learn More...

MELBOURNE – A coalition of local pastors and ministry leaders organized a coordinated outreach at the Space Coast Pride Parade and Festival last weekend in downtown Melbourne. The effort reflected a growing multi-church response to the four-year-old festival and marked the third year of participation for Fire Starter Ministries’ Adam Cronan. Read More...

VIERA — Pastor Tim Franklin of Freedom Christian Center in Viera preached at Overland Missions Revival Week in Livingstone, Zambia over the weekend. The twice-annual event gathers more than 300 missionaries from around the world "to be refilled and inspired to claim greater vision," according to contributing correspondent Danie'l Lopez. Read More...

MERRITT ISLAND – The inaugural meeting of the TPUSA Faith Hub of Brevard was held on September 20 at Tapestry Community Church in Merritt Island. The gathering brought together local believers, pastors, and community leaders for the purpose of equipping The Church for public witness in Brevard. Read More...

FRIDAY, OCT. 10 — Sober Surfers International will host WOW Fridays (Word on Water) from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Paradise Beach in Melbourne. The evening includes surfing, fellowship, and a time in Scripture on the sand. The group gathers every second and fourth Friday of the month and welcomes surfers of all ages and skill levels. Learn More...

SATURDAY, OCT. 11 — Victory In Christ Jesus Ministries in Palm Bay will host the 2025 Marching for Jesus event from 9:30 a.m. to noon. Participants will march 2.5 miles from the church, stopping to pray over the Palm Bay Library, City Hall, and a local elementary school before returning to the starting point. Worship music will begin at 9:30 a.m., with the march starting at 10. Learn More...

SATURDAY, OCT. 11 — Faith Viera Lutheran Church will host Discovering Wholeness Through Biblical Eating from 2 to 4 p.m. in Building E. Led by Annette Allen, the free workshop explores principles of healthy, faith-based nutrition and features food samples inspired by her own health journey. Registration is available via the QR code on the church’s Facebook page or by calling or texting 321-626-7261. Learn More...

TUESDAY, OCT. 14 — The LiveWell Leadership Summit will take place from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Christian Care Ministry in Melbourne. This one-day gathering is designed for pastors, nonprofit leaders, ministry teams, and faith-driven professionals, offering keynote sessions from nationally recognized speakers, live worship, and practical tools to strengthen leadership and team culture. Space is limited; early registration is encouraged. Learn More...

FRIDAY, OCT. 17 — The Worship Through It Tour featuring Tasha Layton, Jonathan Traylor, and Cade Thompson is coming to New Life Space Coast in Titusville from 7 to 9 p.m. The concert offers a night of worship and hope, uniting three powerful voices with one message: Jesus. Learn More...

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 18 — The Christian Arts Collective Inc is hosting it's 2nd Annual Art and Craft Event at the Melbourne Auditorium. The free event will feature over 50 Christian fine artists and crafters from Brevard and around central Florida and include local music and dance artists performing and worshipping on the main stage. Highlights will include a Bob Ross style lecture demonstration and two instructor led children's art moment by Pastor James Burks. Learn More...

FRIDAY, JAN. 16 — The Magnolia Gala will be held from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Radisson Convention Center in Cape Canaveral. The elegant evening will feature dinner, live music, a silent art auction, and stories of hope benefiting Agape Women’s Center and House of Hope. Proceeds support families in crisis, offering life-affirming care, housing, and recovery programs throughout Brevard County. Learn More...

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PERSPECTIVE — "We as the Church must go the extra yard and bring civility back to our society. We must go beyond our sermons. Just as the Black Robe Regiment did, it is now time to leave the pulpit and partake in restoring our society. Like Esther, we must become Warriors for God and Country." Read More...

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