Our reports were never designed to examine the origins or validity of faith, rather, how those who do believe make it the essence of who they are. We choose prayer as a centerpiece because of its universal appeal.
As the nearly 400 Muslim families living in Tyler and Longview observe the holy month of Ramadan, the East Texas Islamic Society is opening its doors to visitors.
A month after powerful tornadoes cut a path of destruction through the town of Alto, members of one congregation say they're finding unexpected blessings after this test of faith.
When children with disabilities outlive their parents, one East Texas ministry provides a solution for the tough question: “What will happen to my child?”
Making the most out of the lunch hour is taking on a new meaning for some East Texas women of faith. They’re feeding a hunger for spiritual growth through an hour-long bible study.
The holiday known as ‘Day of the Dead’ falls in the first few days of November, though this ancient tradition has little to do with the scary rituals of Halloween.
Weather may be his professional passion, KLTV chief meteorologist Mark Scirto answered another calling as a young boy. This year he's marking 50 years of involvement in music ministry.
A form of art synonymous with church sanctuaries has had a profound impact on one East Texas couple. Stained glass has become more than hobby for David and Teresa Darby. It's guiding their faith.
This month marks 15 years since the Space Shuttle Columbia broke apart over East Texas. The widow of the Columbia's commander is sharing how that tragedy turned into a test of faith for her family.
As Christians around the world mark the 500th anniversary of the start of the Protestant Reformation, an English-language ministry is reaching out to the thousands of visitors making a pilgrimage to Germany.
Dozens of college students from around the country are spending their summer working in East Texas. It's not an ordinary summer job -- they're trying to lead kids closer to God.
Hiway 80 Rescue Mission in Longview is more than an emergency shelter for the homeless. Soon, even more East Texans will have help fighting substance abuse through the ministry's New Creation Discipleship Recovery Program.
A group of East Texas kids is getting extra support in fighting peer pressure and staying true to their faith. Becoming Righteous Obedient Servants (B.R.O.S.) Mentoring is teaching young people how to create their own path to success.
An East Texas congregation is working to rescue its church building from fading into history. Mount Vernon African Methodist Episcopal Church in Palestine has been added to Preservation Texas' list of the most endangered places in the Lone Star State.
A nun from Africa is gaining worldwide attention for her efforts to rescue children from a notorious rebel army. Sister Rosemary Nyirumbe is working to mend broken lives by teaching them to sew hope with a needle and thread.
Switching careers turned into a leap of faith for one East Texas woman. Leaving full-time ministry to become a professional photographer helped Callynth Finney see the world differently.
Just as the first freezing temperatures of the season arrive in East Texas, one ministry is putting their sewing skills to work in hopes of helping the homeless.
An East Texas family is helping others find hope by reaching out to strangers experiencing a test of faith. The Davis family, of Whitehouse, created the Lamby Ministry as a way to honor the memory of their granddaughter who died from health complications in 2012.
An unlikely storybook character is teaching a lesson about faith. East Texas author Scott Plummer chose a furry creature to help parents explain when and why they pray, in his new children's book, "The Rabbit That Could Fly".
Behind the silly costumes and face paint, an East Texas woman is finding direction later in life by spreading the word of God through a clown ministry.
The love story of two young East Texans is serving as a lesson for other couples looking to grow their relationship. Caleb and Elizabeth McMinn grew their relationship into something beautiful after a cancer diagnosis tested their commitment.
As a coach, pastor, and foster parent, Reverend Jerome R. Milton has touched the lives of hundreds of East Texans. In 2012, his devotion to spreading the word of God earned him an invitation to lead the U.S. House of Representatives in prayer as guest chaplain.
Actor Kirk Cameron became a pop culture idol as the star of the 1980s hit TV comedy 'Growing Pains.' Raised in a family without God, he found is faith while portraying teenager Mike Seaver on the ABC sitcom. Now, as one of the most prominent Christian voices in Hollywood, Cameron is inspiring others by sharing his spiritual walk.
Instead of calling it quits, one East Texas ministry is helping couples call on Christ to strengthen marriages. Re/Engage started at Marvin United Methodist Church in Tyler, but it's grown to include 14 other congregations.
While some East Texas teenagers are camped out in front of TV and computer screens this Summer, a different kind of camp is drawing others closer to God.
Rockie Simpler is not a peace officer, but a man of the cloth. Still, his ministry puts him alongside Mount Pleasant police officers -- armed only with the word of God.
An outreach for expecting moms is bringing together people of all denominations in East Texas. The Magdalene Home, located in Smith County, is changing the lives of women in difficult situations.
An East Texas family of four, facing battles with cancer, seizures, and a rare heart condition, has experienced a turbulent twelve months. Now, they're sharing their inspiration with others, hoping to give families the courage to lean on God in a time of crisis.
A Christian men's group in Tyler is reaching out the faithful in an unlikely way, through Bible study with a twist. Theology on Tap provides fellowship and conversations about faith and spirituality in a casual setting.
