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Single Mother of Four Encourages Readers to Embrace God’s Plan for Their Lives


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When you read TO NEVER GIVE UP! all doubt that you can make it is annihilated!!!

Author Debra T. Pickett shares the lessons that led her through hardship to victory in To Never Give Up!: A Single Mother’s Courageous Stand to Triumph Over Tragedy ($11.49, paperback, 9781498406307; $5.99, e-book, 9781498406314).

In this five-star rated book, Pickett draws from her own experience to inspire others to push forward to their victory. She uses the metaphor of the butterfly to explain God’s transforming power and the beauty that He plans for each individual willing to follow His plan. Difficulties arise, but with God’s power His people can overcome.

“The single most important thing that can be said about this book is that it is transforming! When you read TO NEVER GIVE UP! all doubt that you can make it is annihilated!!! You have within you the God-ordained power to win!” said Pickett.

Debra T. Pickett has spent more than 10 years working in social service and education arenas developing and managing programs to positively transform youth and parents from a holistic perspective.

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Xulon Press, a division of Salem Media Group, is the world’s largest Christian self-publisher, with more than 15,000 titles published to date. To Never Give Up! is available online through xulonpress.com/bookstore, amazon.com, and barnesandnoble.com.

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IFB Solutions Selects Sunrise Technologies and Microsoft for Dynamics 365 Finance and Supply Chain Implementation


“We are proud to be helping IFB Solutions grow their core mission,” said John Pence, President and founder of Sunrise. “With Dynamics 365 and Sunrise, IFB Solutions now has a complete, scalable platform to sustain them for many years to come.”

Sunrise Technologies, a global provider of Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Applications and Cloud Services, announced today that IFB Solutions has selected Microsoft Dynamics 365 as its ERP solution and Sunrise as its implementation partner.

IFB Solutions is a nonprofit corporation that provides employment, training, and services for people who are blind or visually impaired. Headquartered in Winston-Salem, NC, IFB Solutions operates manufacturing facilities in Winston-Salem, Asheville, NC, and Little Rock, AR. IFB Solutions manufactures mattresses, office supplies, apparel, and prescription glasses for consumers, the U.S. military, and the U.S. government.

IFB Solutions will implement Dynamics 365 Finance and Supply Chain as its core business application, along with the Sunrise 365 Supply Chain Solution. As a non-profit that provides jobs and opportunities to the blind and visually impaired, a key requirement for IFB Solutions was the ability to integrate accessibility tools with their choice of ERP system. The ease of integration to Dynamics 365, as part of Microsoft’s commitment to accessible and inclusive products, made the solution a perfect fit.

“Dynamics 365 and Sunrise were great choices for us,” said Rob Burgess, Chief Financial Officer at IFB Solutions. “With Sunrise, we found a partner who understood our business and could provide the solutions we needed for future growth.”

“We are proud to be helping IFB Solutions grow their core mission,” said John Pence, President and founder of Sunrise. “With Dynamics 365 and Sunrise, IFB Solutions now has a complete, scalable platform to sustain them for many years to come.”

About Sunrise Technologies

Sunrise Technologies is a premier global provider for Microsoft cloud-based solutions, backed by extensive industry expertise in Dynamics 365, Power BI, Fraud Protection and Azure for retail, apparel, fashion, consumer products, furniture and manufacturing companies. Sunrise delivers global, Tier 1, supply chain solutions and support that enhance Microsoft business applications for a lifetime. Plus, customers can hit the ground running with industry best practices, pre-built configurations and a proven methodology.

For additional information please contact:

Sunrise Technologies | sunrise.co

Susan Thompson

336.722.6741

info@sunrise.co

About IFB Solutions:

IFB Solutions is the largest employer of people who are blind in the United States. In addition to manufacturing, it operates nearly 20 office supply stores across the country and produces mattresses. IFB produces eyewear under its Twenty200 brand at its Winston-Salem lab and operates a retail location in Winston-Salem. IFB Solutions funds employee training and services as well as community programs through grants and private donations, making possible summer camps, afterschool programs and activities for children who are blind, and Community Low Vision services through its low-vision Centers across North Carolina and in Little Rock, Ark. ifbsolutions.org

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Inc. Magazine Unveils Its Annual List of America’s Fastest-Growing Private Companies—the Inc. 5000


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“We are honored to not only be named to the Inc. 5000 list, but to be named as one of the top 100 companies for 2020,” said Christian Planner Founder and CEO Victor “Vinny” Delacruz.

Inc. magazine today revealed that Christian Planner is No. 92 on its annual Inc. 5000 list, the most prestigious ranking of the nation’s fastest-growing private companies. The list represents a unique look at the most successful companies within the American economy’s most dynamic segment—its independent small businesses. Intuit, Zappos, Under Armour, Microsoft, Patagonia, and many other well-known names gained their first national exposure as honorees on the Inc. 5000.

“We are honored to not only be named to the Inc. 5000 list, but to be named as one of the top 100 companies for 2020,” said Christian Planner Founder and CEO Victor “Vinny” Delacruz. “Christian Planner started as a way for me to consciously work my faith into my everyday schedule more routinely and I am grateful for the success we’ve seen since introducing our product to the world.”

Not only have the companies on the 2020 Inc. 5000 been very competitive within their markets, but the list as a whole shows staggering growth compared with prior lists as well. The 2020 Inc. 5000 achieved an incredible three-year average growth of over 500 percent, and a median rate of 165 percent. The Inc. 5000’s aggregate revenue was $209 billion in 2019, accounting for over 1 million jobs over the past three years.

Complete results of the Inc. 5000, including company profiles and an interactive database that can be sorted by industry, region, and other criteria, can be found at http://www.inc.com/inc5000. The top 500 companies are also being featured in the September issue of Inc., available on newsstands August 12.

“The companies on this year’s Inc. 5000 come from nearly every realm of business,” says Inc. editor-in-chief Scott Omelianuk. “From health and software to media and hospitality, the 2020 list proves that no matter the sector, incredible growth is based on the foundations of tenacity and opportunism.”

The annual Inc. 5000 event honoring the companies on the list will be held virtually from October 23 to 27, 2020. As always, speakers will include some of the greatest innovators and business leaders of our generation.

Christian Planner was founded by former youth minister and Air Force veteran Victor “Vinny” Delacruz as a way to thoughtfully incorporate time with God into his daily routine. Once he implemented the practice, he found his days to be more productive and focused and decided to formally launch the Christian Planner to help other Christians put Christ at the center of their daily routines and experience the same benefits he did. For more information, visit http://www.christianplanner.com.

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More about Inc. and the Inc. 5000

Methodology

The 2020 Inc. 5000 is ranked according to percentage revenue growth when comparing 2016 and 2019. To qualify, companies must have been founded and generating revenue by March 31, 2016. They had to be U.S.-based, privately held, for profit, and independent—not subsidiaries or divisions of other companies—as of December 31, 2019. (Since then, a number of companies on the list have gone public or been acquired.) The minimum revenue required for 2016 is $100,000; the minimum for 2019 is $2 million. As always, Inc. reserves the right to decline applicants for subjective reasons. Companies on the Inc. 500 are featured in Inc.’s September issue. They represent the top tier of the Inc. 5000, which can be found at http://www.inc.com/inc5000.

About Inc. Media

The world’s most trusted business-media brand, Inc. offers entrepreneurs the knowledge, tools, connections, and community to build great companies. Its award-winning multiplatform content reaches more than 50 million people each month across a variety of channels including websites, newsletters, social media, podcasts, and print. Its prestigious Inc. 5000 list, produced every year since 1982, analyzes company data to recognize the fastest-growing privately held businesses in the United States. The global recognition that comes with inclusion in the 5000 gives the founders of the best businesses an opportunity to engage with an exclusive community of their peers, and the credibility that helps them drive sales and recruit talent. The associated Inc. 5000 Conference is part of a highly acclaimed portfolio of bespoke events produced by Inc. For more information, visit http://www.inc.com.

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Jessi Ruiter’s newly released “Thirty Day Devotional for the Horse Loving Girl” is an inspiring account that emphasizes living a God-centered life


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“Thirty Day Devotional for the Horse Loving Girl”: a month-long devotional that teaches the young girls to appreciate oneself, be brave, and to live a life driven by faith in the Lord. “Thirty Day Devotional for the Horse Loving Girl” is the creation of published author Jessi Ruiter, an experienced riding instructor who loves teaching young children proper horsemanship, along with real-life lessons. Raised in simple country living in the boonies of Michigan, she fell in love with being in the midst of God’s creation.

Ruiter shares, “Trot thirty encouraging and horse-filled days that use fun and insightful horse facts to help teach the girls of today important lessons on self-image, courage, and Christ-centered faith.

“‘I don’t have it all together and on my own, I never will, but by God’s grace, I pray that I can take a little of what I have learned in my short life and encourage you these thirty days.’”

Published by Christian Faith Publishing, Jessi Ruiter’s new book is a wonderful tool inspired by one’s personal lessons learned in life that is written to motivate the readers to enjoy their life in faith and in strength.

May this also be a key for one to embrace a stronger relationship with God.

View a synopsis of “Thirty Day Devotional for the Horse Loving Girl” on YouTube.

Consumers can purchase “Thirty Day Devotional for the Horse Loving Girl” at traditional brick & mortar bookstores, or online at Amazon.com, Apple iTunes store, or Barnes and Noble.

For additional information or inquiries about “Thirty Day Devotional for the Horse Loving Girl,” contact the Christian Faith Publishing media department at 866-554-0919.

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Douglas Foster’s newly released “The Rainbows of God’s Love” is a colorful reminder of God’s love for all His beloved children in this world


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“The Rainbows of God’s Love”: a captivating narrative for kids that highlights the deep and everlasting love of God for His people. “The Rainbows of God’s Love” is the creation of published author Douglas Foster, a children’s book writer and illustrator who lives in Menifee, California. He loves to combine his love for the Lord into his art and writing.

Foster shares, “The Rainbows of God’s Love is a beautiful book showing children how deep and how wide God’s love is for them. It uses the beauty of nature as a way to illustrate God’s love. The book is designed to boost a child’s self-esteem based on how God sees them as his beautiful creation, his precious children.”

Published by Christian Faith Publishing, Douglas Foster’s new book is a wonderful creation designed to teach the young hearts of God’s love through nature’s wonders. This also tell them that, like nature, they are His beautiful creations.

View a synopsis of “The Rainbows of God’s Love” on YouTube.

Consumers can purchase “The Rainbows of God’s Love” at traditional brick & mortar bookstores, or online at Amazon.com, Apple iTunes store, or Barnes and Noble.

For additional information or inquiries about “The Rainbows of God’s Love,” contact the Christian Faith Publishing media department at 866-554-0919.

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Jo An Dunn’s newly released “No Coincidences with God” is a stirring life journey of someone who has overcome obstacles with the power of God’s grace


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“No Coincidences with God”: an inspiring account that tells everyone to trust that God always has a plan in one’s life. “No Coincidences with God” is the creation of published author Jo An Dunn, a writer for about nine years. With this book, her desire is that the small window into her life will encourage others. Her hope is that one will grow through this window of awareness.

Dunn shares, “Our lives sometimes seem random and driven by happenings to us and around us. Yes. Maybe like the saying ‘blown by the wind.’

“No Coincidences with God is meant to show the reader that God is always looking out for us, saved and unsaved alike. We go through hard times as God attempts to woe us to himself. Our need is for a savior because, at birth, our natural sinful nature draws us away from him. God will use whatever is necessary to turn us around to see him again. These cords that draw us are common to all, though we may not be conscious of them.

“Every story included here happened as we have lived it. Some of the happenings were more scary than others and, some, as rainbows and kisses in life. One does not see them beginning to end but must walk through with whatever mustard seed of faith we are able to apply at each and every step.

“For you now willing to examine your own life, please read on and enjoy!”

Published by Christian Faith Publishing, Jo An Dunn’s new book is a wonderful reminder of God’s never-ending presence for everyone. May the readers find inspirations of hope and faith within these pages.

View a synopsis of “No Coincidences with God” on YouTube.

Consumers can purchase “No Coincidences with God” at traditional brick & mortar bookstores, or online at Amazon.com, Apple iTunes store, or Barnes and Noble.

For additional information or inquiries about “No Coincidences with God,” contact the Christian Faith Publishing media department at 866-554-0919.

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New Apologetic Re-Introduces a Classic Perspective on the Book of Revelation


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This book is not a commentary on the book of Revelation (there are many excellent commentaries on the Revelation), though it is a careful verse by verse and chapter by chapter study of chapters 12 to 22 of the text of the Apocalypse

Author Richard Wilson offers an inspirational view of a confusing book of the Bible in The Quest for Millennial Hope: Historicist with a Futurist Focus, Postmillennial Apology on the Book of Revelation – Chapter 12-22 ($25.49, paperback, 9780994195807; $9.99, e-book, 9781631297410).

While many struggle to understand the last book of the Bible, others revel in their own interpretations of this abstract narrative. Wilson explores the perspective accepted by the general Protestant population during the time of the Reformation and for some time after. He believes that this perspective can further God’s ever-growing earthly kingdom.

“This book is not a commentary on the book of Revelation (there are many excellent commentaries on the Revelation), though it is a careful verse by verse and chapter by chapter study of chapters 12 to 22 of the text of the Apocalypse,” said Wilson.

Richard Wilson is a Presbyterian Minister, a calling that has taken him and his family across Australia and into many parts of the world. He studied theology at Melbourne University and then at the Presbyterian Theological Hall. Richard currently serves as Pastoral Coordinator for the Indian Reformed Fellowship – Australia (IRFA). He lives in Brisbane, Australia with his wife.

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Xulon Press, a division of Salem Media Group, is the world’s largest Christian self-publisher, with more than 15,000 titles published to date. The Quest for Millennial Hope is available online through xulonpress.com/bookstore, amazon.com, and barnesandnoble.com.

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William Lindsey Thomas’s newly released “Eve’s Apple” is a compelling dissertation on Eve’s original sin that perpetuates in humanity throughout time


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“Eve’s Apple” A Historical Novelette on How Eden Was Lost but Prophesied Regained”: an astute narrative about Eve’s original sin that spread the curse of death and depravity among human beings that ran the course of history until recent times. “Eve’s Apple: A Historical Novelette on How Eden Was Lost but Prophesied Regained” is the creation of published author William Lindsey Thomas, a retired pastor and army chaplain with a PhD in pastoral authority and holds a California state license in marriage, family, and child counseling.

Thomas shares, “‘Eve’s Apple’ is the story of how one lady, Eve, contracted and spread the most fatal disease ever known to mankind as an act of her mind and will. The name of this disease is sin. This disease of sin is the root cause of all war, murder, stealing, lies, and every other known form of evil in the world. The result has been the death of every generation of mankind who has ever lived.

“‘But wait a minute,’ you say. ‘I believe death is caused by old age or cancer, a heart attack, or some other physical problem or disease and not by some religious belief called sin.’ This is partly true. But what is the root cause of all known diseases? And if all known diseases result in death, isn’t this just another way sin manifests itself?

“In addition to all these facts, I believe the story of Eve’s apple defines the history of the human race. Ralph Waldo Emerson once wrote, ‘There is no such thing as history, only biography.’ Well, if history is a collection of biographies, or stories, then this story of Eve’s apple ranks among the most important of all. The story of Eve’s apple began mankind’s conflict with a good and evil in our world. This struggle by you and me and the rest of the human race has affected our world and history more than any other challenge in life. How mankind has chosen to struggle with this conflict has shaped the history of our world.

“If the above reasons for Eve’s importance to history and your life are not enough, may I suggest one more: contained in this story of Eve is the prophecy of God’s answer to Eve’s sin, which contains faith, hope, and love.”

Published by Christian Faith Publishing, William Lindsey Thomas’s new book also reveals God’s plan of salvation for humanity that will redeem all creation to His glory and dispel the remnants of evil caused by Eve’s downfall.

View the synopsis of “Eve’s Apple” A Historical Novelette on How Eden Was Lost but Prophesied Regained” on YouTube.

Consumers can purchase “Eve’s Apple: A Historical Novelette on How Eden Was Lost but Prophesied Regained” at traditional brick-and-mortar bookstores or online at Amazon.com, Apple iTunes store, or Barnes and Noble.

For additional information or inquiries about “Eve’s Apple: A Historical Novelette on How Eden Was Lost but Prophesied Regained,” contact the Christian Faith Publishing media department at 866-554-0919.

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FSHD Society is funding the expansion of the FSHD Clinical Trial Research Network


Map of FSHD Clinical Trial Research Network sites

Map of FSHD Clinical Trial Research Network sites

“With the prospect of a growing number of FSHD clinical trials on the horizon, it will be critical for the CTRN to have the capacity and bandwidth to not only carry out the existing research studies but also successfully recruit and participate in clinical trials.” – Jamshid Arjomand, PhD

The FSHD Society announced today that it has awarded $300,000 a year to expand the Facioscapulohumeral Muscular Dystrophy Clinical Trial Research Network (FSHD CTRN), with consideration of follow-on funding of $300,000 a year in 2021 and 2022. The network is a consortium of academic research centers in the United States and Europe with expertise in FSHD clinical research or in neuromuscular clinical trials. Jeffrey Statland, MD, University of Kansas Medical Center, and Rabi Tawil, MD, University of Rochester Medical Center, serve as co-directors of the network. The FSHD CTRN helps close gaps in trial readiness and also provides a network of sites with a centralized streamlined regulatory process, specific, common expertise in FSHD, and an engaged patient population ready to conduct efficient, high quality clinical trials.

Because of its prominent role in clinical trial readiness for FSHD, the CTRN is receiving FSHD Society funding to expand the existing consortium in the United States by four additional sites. The new sites are at the University Florida in Gainesville, University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas, University of Colorado in Denver, and the Stanford University School of Medicine in Stanford, California. “This funding aims to ensure better coverage and access to patients,” said Jamshid Arjomand, PhD, chief science officer of the Society. “It also provides resources for the effective management and coordination across the entire network.”

The CTRN was formed to create an infrastructure of clinics with the expertise to accelerate therapeutic development for FSHD: by ensuring site training of key personnel; streamlining regulatory oversight and data capture; validating novel clinical outcome measures; and refining clinical trial strategies. Currently the network is running an NIH-funded study named Clinical Trial Readiness to Solve Barriers to Drug Development in FSHD (ReSolve), an 18- to 24-month observational study following 220 individuals with FSHD. The network was initially financed with seed funding from the FSHD Society, as well as other non-profits, and has since been awarded millions in additional funding from the Muscular Dystrophy Association and biotechnology companies that are pursuing therapies for FSHD.

The current CTRN encompasses a total of 15 centers, with 12 sites in the United States and 3 collaborating sites in Europe. The central coordinating center is housed at the University of Kansas Medical Center, and the data and statistical coordinating center is at the University of Rochester Medical Center. “With the prospect of a growing number of FSHD clinical trials on the horizon, it will be critical for the CTRN to have the capacity and bandwidth to not only carry out the existing research studies but also successfully recruit and participate in clinical trials,” said Arjomand.

“We are grateful to the FSHD Society and like-minded organizations that have made it possible for the network to form and carry out studies to help bridge the gaps in clinical trial readiness,” said Jeffrey Statland, MD, associate professor of neurology at the University of Kansas Medical Center and co-director of the CTRN. “The additional sites will ensure that the CTRN will be able to meet the goal of trial preparedness and ensure well-trained FSHD clinical centers.”

About the CTRN

The Facioscapulohumeral Muscular Dystrophy Clinical Trial Research Network (FSHD CTRN) is a consortium of fifteen academic research centers (12 in the United States, and 3 in Europe) with expertise in FSHD clinical research or in conducting neuromuscular clinical trials. These centers leverage existing clinical trials infrastructure: including clinical investigators, research coordinators, study evaluators, and institutional resources like Clinical and Translational Science Research Awards (CTSAs) and local Research Institutes for clinical trial budget and contracting, and Clinical Research Centers, which provide subsidized clinical research space and facilities.

About the FSHD Society

The FSHD Society is the world’s largest research-focused patient organization for facioscapulohumeral muscular dystrophy (FSHD), one of the most prevalent forms of muscular dystrophy. The Society has catalyzed major advancements and is accelerating the development of treatments and a cure to end the pain, disability, and suffering endured by one million people worldwide who live with FSHD. The FSHD Society has transformed the landscape for FSHD research and is committed to making sure that no one faces this disease alone. The Society offers a community of support, news, and information through its website at https://www.fshsociety.org.

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Edward Nicholas Manze’s newly released “Poems to Ponder Upon” is a profound poetry book that is the fruit of a twenty-year journey


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“Poems to Ponder Upon”: a thought-provoking pool of words that speak about the beauty, wonder, and divinity of following the Lord’s path and seeing the world on a better perspective. “Poems to Ponder Upon” is the creation of published author Edward Nicholas Manze, a protestant from Western New York. Nicholas was inspired by God to write many stories, essays, and poems, including The Seismic Warrior—a 15-page short story about a handicap superhero which he wrote in 1985, a year before he became a C5 quadriplegic.

Manze shares, “Poems to Ponder Upon is compiled of twenty years of poems! I hope you enjoy reading this book and pondering upon these poems as much as I do. ‘All credit to God, Jesus and the Holy Ghost.’

“‘That they may know that this is thy hand; that thou, Lord, hast done it.’ Psalm 109:27”

Published by Christian Faith Publishing, Edward Nicholas Manze’s new book is a stirring read across poetry that speaks to the hearts of readers, young and old alike. May this inspire and motivate everyone to see and hear more of what God has for them.

View a synopsis of “Poems to Ponder Upon” on YouTube.

Consumers can purchase“Poems to Ponder Upon” at traditional brick & mortar bookstores, or online at Amazon.com, Apple iTunes store, or Barnes and Noble.

For additional information or inquiries about “Poems to Ponder Upon,” contact the Christian Faith Publishing media department at 866-554-0919.

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