Stories of Faith and Hope Archives

The Blessing of an Everyday Faith

By julia-attaway2 min read

How small moments of belief are important.

We cannot stand on the sidelines when hatred is expressed.

Love More, Hate Less

By Pablo Diaz2 min read

We cannot stand on the sidelines when hatred is expressed.

Lester Holt: How Family and Faith Have Influenced His Career

By Lester Holt7 min read

Respected NBC Nightly News anchor Lester Holt’s church-going childhood continues to impact the work he was called to do.

Dr. Bennet Omalu’s Inspiring Life and Career

By Brett Leveridge2 min read

Dr. Bennet Omalu’s inspiring life and impactful career have taken him from Nigeria, the country of his birth, to Seattle, New York, the halls of Congress and even the silver screen.

Early-Onset Alzheimer’s: A Sister’s Caregiving Journey

By Kim Krejci8 min read

Her twin sister had always been strong. Now that her twin was dealing with Alzheimer’s, it was her turn to be the strong one.

Andean condor, Lianni in her natural habitat.

The Most Fragile Creatures

By Pilar Fish8 min read

This vet is faced with the biggest challenge: completing a blood transfusion to an Andean condor.

NBC Nightly News Anchor Lester Holt on His ‘Inspiring America’ Segments

The respected news anchor discusses why he considers the positive stories he shares under the Inspiring America banner to be a vitally important part of his job as a journalist.

Dr. Omalu is now chief medical examiner for San Joaquin County, California, as well as a clinical professor at UC Davis.

The Doctor Who Discovered the Dangers of Concussions in Football

By Dr. Bennet Omalu8 min read

Dr. Bennet Omalu’s discovery shook the NFL, but he had dealt with struggles of his own, including depression.

Happy 200th to the Erie Canal

By Rick Hamlin2 min read

Benjamin Wright had the faith to take a risk.

Julia Cameron: How Creativity Enhances Your Spiritual Life

By Brooke Obie4 min read

Best-selling author of The Artist’s Way is back with a new book, Life Lessons: 125 Prayers and Meditations, and shares tips on how to connect to God through creativity.