Guideposts Classics: Carol Heiss on Living with Purpose
By Carol Heiss7 min read
In this story from March 1961, gold medal-winning figure skater Carol Heiss shares how her mother inspired her to live deep, not fast.
Health and Wellness
Guideposts Classics: John Wayne on True Courage
By John Wayne8 min read
In this story from January 1974, the beloved actor recalls his first bout with cancer, and what it taught him about himself.
Mysterious Ways: Mother Knew Best
By Gilbert Roller2 min read
He didn’t want to upset his mom, but he had to tell her he thought she’d fallen for a scam.
The Anointing That Healed
By Lynda Ramsey Martinez7 min read
By the time she knew she had cancer, it was almost too late. But a drop of oil and a pastor's prayer made the difference.
Inspired to Pull a Krispy Kreme Caper
Chris Rosati refused to let his disease stop him from sharing joy with his community.
The Angel in the Woods That Saved Her Son from Addiction
By Virginia Schoenthaler7 min read
In this excerpt from A Procession of Angels, a desperate mother worries that her drug-addicted son will never turn his life around.
She Found Her Heart and Home in Remote Nepal
Maggie Doyne shares how she came to care for more than 200 youngsters in Nepal.
Inspiring Her Man to Reclaim His Life
By Ranae Owens Knapp8 min read
She loved her husband, all 700 pounds of him. But how could she help him regain a healthy weight?
Peace and Healing in the Wake of Tragedy
Catherine Hubbard's death was tragic, but her dream of an animal sanctuary lives on.
Mysterious Ways: A Surprise on Santa’s List
By Marla Miller2 min read
For Christmas, I had one less person to shop for. I didn’t want it that way.
Her Healing in Haiti
By Michelle Rapkin5 min read
She overcame her loss by helping others whose suffering was also great.
Dealing with Grief at Christmas
By Sophia Franklin, LCSW4 min read
This season can be tough; here are clinical tips for how to manage grief during the holidays.
