In our cultural moment, courage is rare. Good character, even rarer. Even within Christian circles, moral integrity is often dismissed as outdated, and suffering is something to be avoided at all costs. Yet deep within – more so, the Christian heart – craves authenticity; we long for leaders whose ironclad character cannot be dismantled. We hunger for stories with substance, that rise above the trivial or temporary.

Join us on October 8 for an inspiring and thought-provoking event featuring Joni Eareckson Tada, as she tackles the topic of "Engaging Suffering as a Cultural Witness." Joni, a renowned author, speaker, and advocate, will challenge us to confront suffering head-on, allowing it to shape our character rather than diminish it. With her deep insights and personal experiences, she will explore how God uses suffering to mold influential leaders whose impact is felt because of, not despite, their trials.

This event promises to be a compelling exploration of how suffering can be a powerful tool in developing character and authenticity in a world that desperately needs both. Don’t miss this chance to be challenged, inspired, and equipped to embrace suffering as a powerful testimony of a life well-lived. RSVP for FREE now for the livestream or in-person event using the secure form below. Don’t wait, as spaces are limited!

*TOURS HAVE BEEN FILLED* For in-person guests, a limited number of registrants have the exclusive opportunity to tour the Joni and Friends headquarters at 5:15 PM. Two tours are available, each accommodating up to 15 participants.*

*Note: once the two tours have reached 15 registrants each, these options will no longer be available. 

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Speakers:

		Joni Eareckson Tada Author, artist, Founder and CEO of Joni & Friends Joni Eareckson Tada is an esteemed Christian stateswoman and respected global leader in disability advocacy. Although a 1967 diving accident left her a quadriplegic, she emerged from rehabilitation with a determination to help others in similar conditions. Mrs. Tada serves as CEO of Joni and Friends, a Christian organization which provides support services for thousands of families that struggle with disability. During her tenure on the National Council on Disability, the ADA was passed and signed into law. Mrs. Tada also served on the Disability Advisory Committee under Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice. The Colson Center on Christian Worldview awarded Joni Tada its prestigious William Wilberforce Award; she also received the Lifetime Achievement Award from the Christian Leadership Alliance. Joni Eareckson Tada has been awarded several honorary degrees, including Doctor of Divinity from Westminster Theological Seminary. She is an avid mentor of young people with disabling conditions, and an effective communicator of the Gospel, sharing her inspirational message in books, through artwork, radio, and other media. Joni and her husband Ken were married in 1982 and reside in California. Learn more at joniandfriends.org.
		John Stonestreet President of Colson Center John Stonestreet serves as president of the Colson Center for Christian Worldview. He’s a sought-after author and speaker on areas of faith and culture, theology, worldview, education and apologetics. John is the daily voice of Breakpoint, the nationally syndicated commentary on the culture, founded by the late Chuck Colson. He is also the voice of the Point, a daily one-minute feature on worldview, apologetics and cultural issues.

 

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Event Schedule:

• 6:30pm PT – Doors at the Joni and Friends Headquarters open at 6:30 pm PT so get here early as the seating is limited!
• 7:00pm PT - Event begins! Joni will start her talk followed by 30-minute Q/A with Host John Stonestreet.

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Location Information 

Location Name	Joni and Friends International Disability Center
Address	30009 Ladyface Ct Agoura Hills, California
Directions	Get Directions

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Secure your spot now and be part of the conversation about how technology is impacting the faith of believers. RSVP for FREE now for the in-person event or livestream using the secure form below. Don’t wait, as spaces are limited!