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Chaplain Charlie

This pastor-turned-military chaplain shows soldiers how God can strengthen them in all circumstances.

Eaton Greene

Sometimes obsessive about his vegan diet, Eaton is on a mission to share the facts about fruits and veggies with anybody who will listen!

Appaloosa Luci

Here's a fun-loving equestrian who's a perfect match for her horse. Who knows where they're headed next!

Gentle Yentel

A graceful, charming, and godly young Jewish woman who loves others and all things beautiful.

Rhymin’ Simon

At home or on the streets, Simon has the funky beats. He has a natural gift for rhyme, something he does all the time.

Branch Forrester

Still single, this public servant thinks a great date involves a walk in the woods—to count invasive insects.

Secret Giver

He knows firsthand how much more fun it is to give than to receive! (But don't ask his real name—that's a secret too!)

Jazzmyn Reed

The school band was never the same after this saxophone player blew into town!

Jack Hammer

A concrete thinker, Jack is always ready to shake things up!

Joy Singh

Joy is so happy about her friendship with Jesus that she wants everyone to take note!

Jim Nast

Jim hopes to someday write an inspirational book for teens called "How to Live a Well-Balanced Life."

Olive Pitt

Whether it's the school salad bar or a church potluck, she's all about fast finger food.

Junior Reeder: Special Guide 70th Anniversary Thumbuddy

Junior is the younger brother of Thumbuddy Ima Reeder. When they got copies of the first Junior Guide, as it was called in 1953, they thought the magazine was "peachy keen"!

Curly Q

He hates his hair, but what's there is there. He's about to straighten things out, though!

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