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Today's headlines, guided by hope

The news can be overwhelming. Here, each headline is paired with words of wisdom that offer perspective, comfort, and a path forward.

4 news signals

John 16:33

"In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world."

Jan 18, 2025Southeast

Regional hospitals seek more family support volunteers

Nurses spend up to 30% of their shift coordinating family needs amid respiratory illness surge.

Coping word

"The harvest is plentiful but the workers are few."

Matthew 9:37

Jan 15, 2025United States

Urban centers report record homelessness during winter storms

Shelters in the Midwest and Northeast are operating at 115% capacity amid sub-zero wind chills.

Coping word

"Truly I tell you, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did for me."

Matthew 25:40

Jan 11, 2025United States

Reading scores lag two grade levels for low-income elementary students

Districts cite volunteer shortages, with 600+ virtual tutoring slots remaining empty nationwide.

Coping word

"Let the little children come to me... for the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these."

Matthew 19:14

Jan 9, 2025Pacific Northwest

Microplastics surge in coastal waterways following extreme rains

Environmental scientists urge rapid cleanup efforts before spring salmon migration in the Pacific Northwest.

Coping word

"By their fruits you will know them."

Matthew 7:16