The Beacon

09/19/2025

Some men went from prison cells to community pillars. Others from marriages that were failing to having God at the center of their marriage. Meet the men rewriting their life stories (and their families' stories) through Immersion Outfitters.

IO equips men to know what a true man's man is and provides accountability to ensure men are walking it out.

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He was considering divorcing his wife of 25 years when he got the notice that he was being laid off. He knew his daily Happy Hours weren't good for him or his marriage, but they helped drown out what he saw as all his failures.

09/18/2025

COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT: For a decade now, Ransomed Life has been shining light into the darkest corners of our community, educating, rescuing, and restoring our children from s*xual exploitation.

Their journey to a vital force in San Antonio's fight against child trafficking is nothing short of inspiring. These local heroes deserve our attention and support.

Read their remarkable story of hope, healing, and transformation in our latest feature-

A response to tragedy—a 14-year-old girl trafficked with nowhere to turn—has transformed into Ransomed Life, a powerful force in the fight against child s*x trafficking.

09/16/2025

ATTN: SAN ANTONIO MINISTRIES. We know you would like to change even more lives. It's not easy to strengthen an existing initiative or launch a new one. You need more manpower and more money.

But what if you could share your heart with multiple messages over time to a targeted audience of believers who shared your desire to make an even greater difference?

Learn More- https://sabeacon.com/shine-a-light-series.html

Most nonprofits lack the marketing resources to effectively share their mission. Without awareness, they miss opportunities for donations, volunteers, and greater impact.

09/12/2025

GOD & OUR DOGS PODCAST. On the God & Our Dogs show, guests like you share stories about our dogs—past or present—that offer insight into God’s perspective and His ways.

In this week's episode, Mandy Jones of The Jones Christmas Ranch and Shine Bright Ministries shares stories about Blue, Lily, and Biscuit, and how they bring out the best in everyone.

Listen to the podcast - https://sabeacon.com/stories/god-our-dogsbring-out-the-best.html

09/12/2025

What if a child's most painful experiences could become their greatest source of strength?

Local ministry, Meant to Soar, is witnessing remarkable transformations as children discover their hidden gifts through trauma-informed approaches.

Our latest story takes you inside this journey of healing and hope, showing how the right support can help children not just overcome their past, but soar because of it.

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She was seven years old and lived with her grandparents. Her parents were addicted to drugs and arrested after stealing to support their habit. Despite her grandparents' love, she felt lonely, and thoughts of worthlessness troubled her.

09/09/2025

AUGUST GOOD NEWS REVIEW. Behind the scenes, God is working across San Antonio—meeting needs, calling leaders, and transforming lives.

We have provided you the opportunity to peek behind the Spiritual curtain to get a glimpse at what the Holy Spirit was up to in our community. Enjoy!

The August Good News Review-

The Beacon reports on the Good News happening around our San Antonio community to connect nonprofits to resources, people to purpose, and companies to customers. As a media outlet, The Beacon informs our Christian audience about important stories and more

09/06/2025

When someone says, "God told me," do you wonder how that happens? Or, perhaps you feel a little dry because you haven't heard from God in a while. Does a genuine connection with God that transcends Sunday services and extends into your daily life sound intriguing?

Learn how you can make oneness with God practical in everyday life-

When someone says, God told me, do you wonder how that happens? Or perhaps you feel a little dry because you haven't heard from God in a while.

09/03/2025

THE WAY OUT IS NOT JUST FOOD.
The single mom of three children spread the bills out on the kitchen table. Money was tight, and payday was days off. Looking at the overdue bills brought her to tears. She would have to make some tough choices between buying food for her family and paying for the medicine she needed.

This scene plays out in way too many families in San Antonio. But Daily Bread Ministries understands the way out of poverty is more than just food. They train church leaders to teach skills to those they serve, providing a way out of poverty with Jesus!

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The single mom of three children spread the bills out on the kitchen table. Payday was still eight days away, and money was tight. Looking at the overdue bills, along with the urgent new bills, brought her to tears.

09/01/2025

This Labor Day, we celebrate how our work can be an expression of our faith when filled with the Holy Spirit and done in excellence and love. The Beacon honors all the businesses, nonprofits, and congregations whose daily labor is transforming San Antonio. Your work matters to God and to our community!

08/28/2025

SOMETHING REMARKABLE IS HAPPENING WITH YOUTH IN SOUTH TEXAS!

Contrary to popular belief, students across South Texas are embracing faith like never before—downloading Christian music, sharing the Gospel with peers, and even baptizing friends!

For over 60 years, South Texas Youth for Christ has been a catalyst for spiritual awakening, and now they're launching their boldest initiative yet to reach 50 campuses and 5,000 students.

Read Kate's powerful story of transformation from addiction and despair to becoming a missionary herself, and discover how STYFC is making an impact even in communities like Uvalde during their darkest hours.

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In an era where many believe today's youth are disinterested in faith, something remarkable is occurring in South Texas public schools.

08/22/2025

GOD & OUR DOGS PODCAST. On the God & Our Dogs show, Meg Grier interviews guests just like you each week. We share stories of our dogs—past or present—that provided insight into God’s perspective and His ways.

In this week's edition, Unconditional, Leah Kim with Canines for Christ shares how she serves youth with her dog Belle. They have helped many children, especially in Uvalde, by reducing stress.

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On the God & Our Dogs show, Meg Grier interviews guests just like you each week. We share stories of our dogs, giving insight into God’s perspective. In this episode, we discuss community with multiple dog owners. Enjoy!

08/21/2025

DISCOVER YOUR DIVINE PURPOSE & FIND TRUE JOY

"We were created with a purpose. Almighty God made each of us with great exploits in mind and gave us a hunger for discovering our calling."

Are you struggling to find your unique role in God's kingdom?

Check out this article for help-

What we instinctively know deep down is that we were created with a purpose. God made each of us with great exploits in mind and gave us a hunger for discovering our calling and moving powerfully in it.