Beck Surprises Women’s Shelter With $55,000 After It’s Denied Fed Funds Over Bible Studies
- Posted on November 14, 2011 at 12:12pm by
Billy Hallowell
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After reading the Blaze’s report about Liza’s Place and Hope Home, two women’s shelters in Colorado that have lost federal funding because of mandatory Bible studies, Glenn Beck decided to take action.
While speaking on-air with Marilyn Vyzourek, the founder and executive director of the faith-based shelters, he generously donated $55,000 to replace the lost, government monies.
Prior to Beck’s inspiring announcement, Vyzourek explained the choice she had been given: “They said I needed to cut down on my Bible studies…or they would terminate my funding.”
The Christian portion of the shelter program is essential, she said. ”Only Jesus can heal a human heart. These ladies need these Bible studies more than anything else,” Vyzourek told Beck.
She went on to say that the women at these shelters work diligently to rebuild their lives and described some of the activities that the women partake in. Aside from volunteering 16 hours per week at a thrift store, they do written Bible studies, take parenting and cooking classes and work to create a life for themselves beyond the shelters’ doors.
After hearing about the total sum ($55,000) that the group lost and after learning that yet another staff member was going to be let go, Beck said, ”We’re going to send you a check for $55,000. My wife and I would like to make sure that you don’t lay any more people off and you keep those doors open.”
“Praise God!,” she responded, pledging to put the money to good use.
Following this discussion, Stu Burguiere, Beck’s radio producer, sarcastically asked, ”What government program just mandated that you did that?” Here was Beck’s passionate response:
“You know what did that — capitalism. I have made money. I have worked hard. I have done the things that put me in a situation to where I can make money. And then my wife and I decide what do to with that money.
And if the government doesn’t think that a faith-based charity should get any money, well then it is up to me, an individual who believes in small government, to make up the difference.”
That led the team to play to a comedy bit involving a cattle prod, after Beck asked what’s really behind the funding cut: ”What are they afraid of. You talk about Jesus. What — are you going to have a cattle prod?”
Watch the video, below, to hear the entire discussion:
An inspiring morning on the radio show, to say the least (find out more about these shelters here).
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GTH
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 12:45pmAnd anyone who publicly announces who, what and how much they gave as charity is looking for more than just to give.
Hockeytown
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 12:55pmI guess you should actually read the story before you comment. He was on the radio with them when he decided to do it and we were all listening live. Maybe you should have all the information before you look comment and look like an idiot!
Report Post »makeemstop
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 12:57pmIt’s called leading by example and hoping the rest of us will follow. What ulterior motives could he possibly have for doing something so incredibly GOOD as this? You think he’s just looking for a pat on his back? He spent 55K to look good? Please… Beck has a bigger heart than all the Media combined. Probably internationally too.
Report Post »thop1960
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 1:04pmHey dope, he’s trying to make a point on how people should be acting toward one-another. Showing that it’s up to us to help each other, not the government. Do you know any other charitable givings Glenn has done? No, because he keeps that private. I wonder why you find it hard to believe he did that publicly? Humm, I wonder…
Report Post »Timothy_Reid
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 1:05pmGiven the amount of research Glenn puts into things (and I don’t always agree with him) it would be improbable to say he doesn’t know that when giving alms it is supposed to be quiet. If it is not, as the scriptures say, he will alreday have his reward. While I am sure he knows this it is also important for someone to set the example. Regardless of the form or fashion in which the funds were given, just say thank you if it is something you find important and carry on. May God Bless each of us as we are deserving of it.
Report Post »Kankokage
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 1:05pmI despise leftist thought. Clearly if their enemy does something that looks good, it surely must be evil. How entrenched in self-loathing and hatred must you people be to see no good in others? You, Desertrose, Encinom, just to name a few, must be very sad, depressed people to have such disdain for good works.
Report Post »AmericanStrega
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 1:05pmRighto My Friend. Now, since no one knows my true identity, I can say this: I just sent the landlord of my parents rental home $2000 to cover their rent until April. I did this because my father has a nasty gambling habit and my folks live on S.S. because he blew all of his pension on the one-armed-bandit. I did not do this because I want fame and kudos. (I asked my Mom to keep this transaction between her, my father and me). I only did this for my Mom. When I finally convinced her that I could afford this (not really, but she is my Mom), she was so relieved. The relief in her voice and the strain off of her 81 year-old heart is all I need. Now for Mr. Beck. I’m glad he could afford to give his money to this charity. Maybe he made it public to set an example. Or maybe he did it to add kudos to his name. Who knows? I’m just glad he could give his hard-earned money to this organization.
Report Post »Cerealface
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 1:06pmGEE all I have to do is to do religious bible studies, keep church and state money separate, and I’ll get money from Glen Beck.
Kankokage
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 1:10pmThere is a significant difference between doing good works to be glorified and doing good works to be an example to others. We are to be a light unto the nations, not a candle hidden under a bushel. If seeing a work of righteousness like this makes you angry, then those feelings are not from God. By their fruits ye shall know them…
Report Post »deerjerkydave
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 1:15pmWhile it is best to give in secret, giving is still better than not giving at all. And in this instance it was also a lesson that people who believe in individualism need to put their money where their mouth is.
Report Post »Cerealface
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 1:16pmPeople who want to do mandatory bible studies could go to church too.
Report Post »Bible circles or studies, usually posted on the signs of a church.
I also heard Glenn Beck gave 1 dollar to every church that does a bible study.
decendentof56
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 1:17pmGTH……You are correct!
Report Post »Beck was looking to help someone in need. Someone who is doing good for people. Not just the center, but the people who depend on it.
countrysideflair
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 1:18pmSometimes it takes a leader to get others to step up. Glenn is a leader in kindness and hopefully his action will help persuade other people with liquid assets to put it to work doing what the government will never be able to accomplish successfully.
Report Post »encinom
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 1:20pmKankokage
Report Post »Posted on November 14, 2011 at 1:05pm
I despise leftist thought. Clearly if their enemy does something that looks good, it surely must be evil. How entrenched in self-loathing and hatred must you people be to see no good in others? You, Desertrose, Encinom, just to name a few, must be very sad, depressed people to have such disdain for good works.
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Beck wants to throw his money at this Christian brainwashng camp, great, let him do it. I do not want my tax dollars going to any Christian re-education camp and with ts manditory bible classes that is what this was. This re-education camp should receive no government funding, Federal, State or local.
TEXASGRANNY73
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 1:22pmThank you Glenn. Thank you for being a good human being to those in need and one in which the government turned it’s back because it wants to get God out of our lives. The power of faith.
Report Post »garyM
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 1:26pmI would not worry about the GTH cooments, I’m sure he just an OWS protester who has praised the dems and obama for their so-called giving attitude. The only problem with obama’s giving is that he gives other people stuff away and not his own!
Report Post »debvos
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 1:40pmI hope you have learned something from the replies that you generated!
Report Post »TRUTH HAS NO AGENDA
Get it??
justice41
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 1:42pmWhat an idiot. He was on the air. And the government and its minions never brag about giving money? The government is giving away our money and we have no say.
Report Post »Bella93
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 1:48pmRight, they are probably making an attempt to motivate others to give. Your comment tells me that you believe he is doing if for the glory. I guess I could be wrong about your meaning, but my guess is that that is what you would do and that is why you think the way you do. Here’s what I think, I think you are a mean spirited loon.
Report Post »libertyisnotfree
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 1:49pmGTH…I agree. Glenn is also looking to set an example for the rest of us to follow. Christians of all faiths need to put our money where our mouth is. Good point GTH… though I don’ ttink that is what YOU had in mind…some people like you seem to exist only to critize others and their good works.
Report Post »We are Americans
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 1:52pmVery cool of you Glenn. Very cool. God bless you
Report Post »Br@dley
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 1:52pmi agree, he shouldn’t have made a spectacle of his donation.
Report Post »LouC57
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 1:54pm“GTH
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 12:45pm
And anyone who publicly announces who, what and how much they gave as charity is looking for more than just to give.”
Generally your statement is true. I heard Beck on the radio this morning. What he did was an example to us all–give. Give when the Spirit moves you. Give when you don’t feel like giving. Don’t be a foolish giver though.
Of course, we’ll do it quietly, yes? Especially since we have no radio program, actually, I give to, make that “did give to” 3–4 favorite charities regularly, then my sister fell on hard times, so the money went to her. Now I’m not able to give at that level anymore–and it hurts bad. I wish I could.
Have a blessed day.
Report Post »brotherjohn
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 1:58pmWhile I don’t disagree with your comment, when taken at face value, I do feel that you miss that point here.
The shelter lost it’s funding simply because of the requirement that the residents study the Bible. The story has more to do with the fact that the community (in this case Beck) stepped in to fill the gap.
Report Post »Capitalist Mama
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 2:04pmMaybe he was trying to inspire the rest of us to give as well.
There are many MANY great organizations out there. Sometimes it’s hard to decide who to support with limited funds. As for myself, I appreciate knowing who people I respect are giving to. Beck is endorsing a charity and I may decide also to donate to that charity.
Report Post »I support God's Israel!
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 2:10pmPeople!
Please do not try to defend Glenn and anyone else who follows the Lord’s lead. This guy is a plant from the left and deep in his heart, he has forgiveness, fear, and loathing that he has not resolved yet, which he can only do permanently thru Jesus Christ.
I feel sorry for GTH and others like him WHO DON’T KNOW WHAT LOVE FOR ONE ANOTHER REALLY IS.
GTH: please get your heart and soul right, whether it be with the Lord Jesus or from within yourself, if you can. YOU DO NOT HAVE MUCH TIME left. Holding on to unforgiveness, jealousies, hate, and anger ONLY HURTS YOURSELF. Without love, you can do NOTHING worthwhile in your life – absolutely NOTHING. And if hate is the way you love, then you are being controlled by the devil as his puppet. I am sure TRUE followers of Christ on this board WILL PRAY FOR YOU.
Report Post »drago
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 2:10pm@gth aka encinom
Report Post »You’re on here everyday, trying to get the attention your mother never gave you, you pathetic little wretch, now back to the video games kid…
imreddog
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 2:11pmTo those who have never given a try at helping others…. IT MAKES YOU FEEL GOOD! Try it if you are financially able, you just might like it. Most people are just too greedy.
Report Post »DebbieFisher
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 2:12pmJesus, when He gave instructions on the act of giving in the Sermon on the Mount, was speaking of self-serving public giving The hypocrites were looking for applause from their audience, nothing more — and nothing less! (See Matthew 6:1-4.) Glenn Beck has been asking the community to step in and help their neighbors on occasions when the Feds take unconstitutional measures against them. There he was, on the air with just such a case falling within his reach. He had the resources to meet the need. He practiced what he has been preaching. In the same Sermon on the Mount, Jesus had earlier told His followers: “You are the light of the world…Let your light shine before men, that they may see your good deeds and praise your Father in heaven.” (Matthew 5:14, 16 [NIV])
One of these days, you might try reading the whole story in its context before sounding off.
Report Post »4-The-Truth
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 2:19pmYes, he is trying to lead his listeners through example and he is not being a self righteous judge of others.
Report Post »danfinrud
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 2:29pmYou appear to be similar to a the leadership in Israel during the time of Jesus. Looking for excuses to put a good deed down. GOvernment is trying to force their religion of Atheism on the rest of the country. All in the name of Separation of CHurch and State. Which has been interpretated backwards from the founding IDeas of Separation of Church and State.
Report Post »762x51
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 2:38pmDolt!
Report Post »RossPoldark
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 2:49pmMathew 6:2
“So when you give to the needy, do not announce it with trumpets, as the hypocrites do in the synagogues and on the streets, to be honored by men. I tell you the truth, they have received their reward in full.
Report Post »Kankokage
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 2:53pmRoss: Did Glenn sound trumpets? Did he put together a press conference to talk about his greatness? Did he demand his name be attached to the building? Or did he just do it quickly, though not hidden, so that others might feel inspired to do the same? Perhaps you should take that scripture you just spouted off and look at Debbie’s post just up a bit on the page. Put two and two together, and don’t be childish.
Report Post »Fantastic Four
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 2:55pmit‘s simple Glenn Beck is a Public Figure and everything he does or doesn’t do gets reported by the media. He always talks about the good he does to “ENSPIRE” the rest of us to do the same. If he were a private individual you wouldn’t hear a peep from him. America is in trouble and the ONLY way we are going to get out of this mess is we need to take care of one another. I recently posted to blog from a group that doesn’t like religion. Boy did it stir up hate like you wouldn’t believe, they talked about guns, war, jews and on and on and on and the HATE spilled like wine all over the place. The two words that I wrote was “Merry Christmas”. After many responses that I gave never did I use religion or the Bible, Jesus or anything of the sort. I gave a story on how my family and I help out at the shelter and feed the local homless guy and some guy replied how a jerk I was for patting myself on the back and so on. I replied the same way, I just wanted to share a story so others can be inspired to help their fellow American in this time of need and the amout doesn‘t matter it’s the GOOD that gets spread around. Some peoples hatred for ones thing blinds them from the uglyness they spew.
Report Post »GeneTracy
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 3:03pmWhy can’t a noble act of kindness be just that?Glenn did what he thought was the right thing to do.I find no angle here and I applaud him.
Report Post »dsd13130
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 3:03pmSo what difference does it make to you? How does it affect you in ANY way what Glenn & his wife do with their money? If you don’t like it, don’t listen to him or read anything about him since it obviously causes you some type of stress.
WAY TO GO GLENN, I’m proud of you!
Report Post »The10thAmendment
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 3:04pmIt’s what sets Beck apart from the rest. He practices what he preaches There’s a town right here in Ohio that Beck dumped a boat load of money in that has never been announced. I‘d guess he’s done that in many other places, and for causes not expecting a damned thing in return.
Report Post »V-MAN MACE
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 3:07pmGood job, Beck.
Report Post »TSUNAMI-22
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 3:12pm@ encinom
Beck wants to throw his money at this Christian brainwashng camp, great, let him do it. I do not want my tax dollars going to any Christian re-education camp and with ts manditory bible classes that is what this was. This re-education camp should receive no government funding, Federal, State or local.
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A few topics ago you were crying about veterans not getting preferential treatment, and that anybody who disagreed with you was a tight wad veteran hater. Now, a private citizen opens up his wallet in a show of good faith towards total strangers and you chime in with disgust about how there should be no government funding federal, state, or local?
At least try to stay consistent with your stupid commentary. I’m mistaken, you were being consistent.
Report Post »veadlsteak
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 3:20pm“you” would have to give all you own, but why don’t you do this for these women. give it all! its so easy, try it!
Report Post »pamela kay
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 3:21pmYou are so wrong and I do not think that you paid close enough to the details of the interview. This is a wonderful stand that Beck has taken for Christians. The government denies funding because Bible studies are involved, yet hands out funding left and right to extreme radical groups that have financially backed them in campaign donations? You don’t see a problem with this? Beck is backing up his beliefs and is not afraid to do it. I think that is a beautiful thing and I respect he and his wife for giving such a tremendous gift to this organization. Maybe if you go back and review this you may see things differently. I just think you may have gone over it to quickly or you have missed portions of the story that have value.
Report Post »godlovinmom
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 3:30pmGTH…if you have a criticism of Glen Beck..you should not do it on this website…this is Glen’s website and most of these posters think Glen does no wrong…you will be put through the ringer if you do…having said that…way to help those ladies Glen and thanks for letting us know, Blaze. again!
Report Post »Kankokage
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 3:43pmAnother question for you: if I hold a class where we study the writings of Faulkner, does that mean I am forcing my students to worship Faulkner? What about C.S. Lewis? What is it about studying the Bible that forces you to be a Christian? What about Christians who study from the Talmud and the Koran? Are they suddenly less Christian? Why then is it “forcing religion upon someone” to use the Bible as a source of inspiration for someone who might not know where else to go? The classes were mandatory – baptism is not. No one is forcing conversion.
It would seem to me that the government is supporting only those institutions that preach the religion of atheism. Is that not our new state-sponsored religion?
Report Post »Arlundee
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 3:51pmIts truly a sad day to see people criticize those that wish to enhance the world we live in!
In a moment of pure spontaneity, someone in a position to give gave what was needed to keep the doors open. Its called charity, you should look it up. Setting an example for the rest of the country is something that a majority of my generation needs to see. Enough with the “How can this benefit ME” and more of the “How can I help” please.
Thanks Mr. Beck, I’m sure this answered a LOT of prayers in Colorado. Perhaps more will start to live by these kind of examples.
Report Post »lildeb56
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 3:51pmAre you serious??? Of course he wanted us to hear it! Go away!
Report Post »old white guy
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 3:52pmgood for glen.
Report Post »KALHOUN
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 4:02pmYou are a fool
Report Post »Goobergregory
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 4:18pmAnd it is people like you who would let someone starve rather than giving up anything of your own… I hope that this inspires many more people to help organizations like this one. GTH, the reason that the amount was even spoken was it was the amount they were losing. Eat dirt GTH!
Report Post »Cerealface
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 4:21pmIt’s okay NASA, Here is some more funding even though the last 420 rockets out of 700 blew up on launch.
Report Post »65Mustang
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 4:26pmYou wouldn’t know a good deed if it reached up and bit you on the butt!
Report Post »Cerealface
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 4:27pmKANKOKAGE
Report Post »It could have been worse, could have been Islam.
Billd
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 4:43pmThere is an old saying that says no good deed will go unpunished. What charities do you give to or are you one of those who thinks the government should do it for you?
Report Post »Kankokage
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 4:46pmSuper serial face:
Irrelevant. Firstly, the government wouldn’t cut funding if it were Islam. I know, I know, but they just wouldn’t. Secondly, and vastly more importantly, is this: I don’t care if it was genuine, non-radical Islamic teaching that helped these girls through, as long as it wasn’t teaching violence or reduced female worth via Sharia, and if the government decided to break tradition and screw them like they did this woman, then I think Glenn’s decision would likely be the same. The decision would be more difficult, yes, but I feel it would still be made.
I learned long ago that there is truth in all things and all religions. For example, the Bhuddist knows better than any other how to look inward for spiritual repair and enlightenment, the Christian knows better than any other how to show empathy and selfless charity, the Hindu knows better than any other the precious value of all life, and the Muslim knows better than any other how to exhibit tremendous faith in God. Trying to play “gotcha” with irrelevance will not work here.
Report Post »kryptonite
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 4:54pmThese liberal trolls are as accurate as Muslim Hussein at interpreting the Word of God. To add to what has already been stated by other Christians on this thread, look at the story of Zacchaeus, a despised tax collector who was transformed by the presence of Jesus. The man repented of his former ways and was so profoundly touched he made a public financial pledge:
==> Then Zacchaeus stood and said to the Lord, “Look, Lord, I give half of my goods to the poor; and if I have taken anything from anyone by false accusation, I restore fourfold.” (Luke 19: 8)
Jesus praised Zacchaeus’ spontaneous donation of a huge amount of money (given his occupation) because He looks at the heart. It’s the Pharisaic motivation that Jesus loathes. The verse that ROSSPOLDARK quotes, Matt. 6:3, must be read in the context of Matt. 6:1: “Take heed not to do your alms before men TO BE SEEN OF THEM.” It is because of that sinful tendency to seek earthly praise that we are told to give our charity in secret. In no way is Jesus stating that if we spontaneously meet someone’s pressing need we will have no reward in heaven. Ironically, you liberals are meting out the typical Pharisaic law that Jesus condemned. We are not under law, trolls. We act as we are prompted to do in the love of Christ.
Report Post »hcerrito134
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 5:03pmGod Bless you and your family, Glenn.
Report Post »kryptonite
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 5:08pmCorrection: “…accurate… in interpeting the Word of God.”
Report Post »SoulReaver
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 5:11pmWhatever his motive we will not know. However the shelter will remain open and has stuck to their principles. I would guess that Glenn wanted to reward the behavior and if he gets credit so what. isn’t this type of behavior what makes America great. Congratulations Mr. beck on not being a Sunday morning Christian.
Report Post »When people realize that the reason our country is losing it’s way, is not because of the left. It is because good people fail to do anything about it.
Cerealface
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 5:12pmHey kank
I can see russia from my house.
Right, They won’t cut funding if they taught Islam? Because you would set regulations?
Who’s side are you on?
Report Post »GTH
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 5:21pmOh Yeah! Like he couldn’t wait till after the show and just give them a call and say, Hi there, this is GB and I’m going to make a nice donation to you but PLEASE! keep it between you and me. Or! maybe just go home and put a check in the mail.
Report Post »Believe me. Just like the bank that takes out a half page add of a picture of them giving a giant cardboard check to the local girl scout troop. Theres is no other reason, none what-so-ever to tell a single soul who or how much or even why you give. No other reason at all besides advertisement.
What CARTOON WORLD do you all live in anyway?
encinom
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 5:21pmTSUNAMI-22
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A few topics ago you were crying about veterans not getting preferential treatment, and that anybody who disagreed with you was a tight wad veteran hater. Now, a private citizen opens up his wallet in a show of good faith towards total strangers and you chime in with disgust about how there should be no government funding federal, state, or local?
At least try to stay consistent with your stupid commentary. I’m mistaken, you were being consistent.
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The US Government has a legal and moral obligation to vets. Here I mock the program because of its forces religion on others, and support hte constitution, namely the implied speration of Church and State set for the in First Amendment. Tax dollars should never go to these forced religious programs, that includes AA.
How is funding to support the returning vets similar, its not, you just another anti-american seeking to impose a taleban like Christian Theocracy on the nation.
Report Post »Kankokage
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 5:28pmSerial:
I am very glad you can see Russia from your house. Not very many people in the country can make that claim. I do fail to see how that statement has any bearing whatsoever on this topic, but maybe I’m just too naive for your superior intellect. The rest of your statement is likewise lacking in coherence, but I will give it my best shot:
In an ideal world the government would treat all religions equally. Unfortunately, religions such as Islam get treated differently because of the errant and chaotic behavior of some of its more radical constituency. And not just government – media and entertainment have and are tailoring content to not offend Muslims, while other religions are regularly lambasted. More than likely, if this was an Islamic outfit and funding was cut, it would be very difficult to find any information on the story.
For your next point, no, I don’t set regulation. That statement is illogical at best, idiotic at worst.
Lastly, I am on the side of good. I believe in being honest, true, chaste, benevolent, virtuous, and in doing good to all men; indeed, I may say that I follow the admonition of Paul—I believe all things, I hope all things, I have endured many things, and hope to be able to endure all things. If there is anything virtuous, lovely, or of good report or praiseworthy, I seek after these things.
Report Post »kryptonite
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 5:41pm@GTH
I addressed the liberal Bible interpretations. As for your initial comment, what is your freaking beef? Of course Glenn was “looking for more than just to give.” Did you read the article, dodo?
=> “You know what did that — capitalism. I have made money. I have worked hard. I have done the things that put me in a situation to where I can make money. And then my wife and I decide what do to with that money.”
Glenn is a non-apologetic capitalist. He will defend capitalism with his last breath. We hate what you libs have done to our free market, so GOOD FOR GLENN. Eat your heart out, commie shill. We will fight you to the death.
Report Post »timeout
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 6:33pmwhy is that when a person does something good that someone else must make a wisecrack?
Report Post »timeout
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 6:35pmthe seed must have fallen on hallow ground for you.
Report Post »marybethelizabeth
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 6:43pmThe 16 hours of forced labor in a retail store?
Mr. Beck is a wolf in sheep’s clothing.
Last Thursday he spoke admiringly of Hitler and how before he came to power during the Wiemar Republic (hence the reference to the Wiemar Republic in today’s show) Adolf always spoke of God and Jesus and portrayed himself as religious to gain approval of the masses.
It is Mr. Beck who has studied and uses the theories of Bernays.
Report Post »It is Mr. Beck that is trying to create an “Overton Window” to accomplish his goals.
He does it daily with lies and distortions and Orwellian double speak.
Mr. Beck is constantly revealing his true intentions. He is an evil man.
dtaglione
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 6:49pmKnow what….I don’t care who knows what. He did the right thing. The government is the problem not Glenn Beck. Does anyone have the address to send donations?
Report Post »Grey Eagle
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 7:17pmToo bad more people aren’t as caring as Glen and his wife. It is a travesty that Obama and his minions are trying to destroy community shelters because of bible studies.
Report Post »groundzero
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 7:25pmMaybe he is looking for others to give to the same shelter!!!!! Oh that‘s right Liberals DON’t GIVE they take everyone else money to give!!!!!!! That has been proven over the years how little if any do LIBERALS give to charity!!! That why you have to take my money to pay for abortion of a child all you liberals WON’T GIVE AS A CHARITY to ABORTION CLINICS so you take my money
Report Post »spirited
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 7:35pm….and Don Imus shouldn’t talk about the kids ranch either.
–RIGHT?
Oh ye of little faith:
Report Post »> In case it was missed: See (find out more about these shelters here), at the very end of article.
icecitizen
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 7:39pmYou will know they are christians by their love. God bless you, GB.
Report Post »techengineer11
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 7:48pmHe must have gave it before today because I thought someone was going to have to go get Beck out of Rick Santorum’s anal cavity… Man I’ve never heard two men drool over bombing a foreign nation so much..
Next time you hear these freaks spewing their Neo-Con War propaganda ask them are they willing to look the parents and children of the thousands of dead GIs in the eye and tell them how bombing Iran was in our National interests.. Not to even mention the mere risk of WW3! Which is a highly likely outcome of any such asine decision to randomly bomb a soveriegn nation who has not threatened the US homeland in any shape form or fashion.
Anyway, did Mr. Beck find his way out? He must have because I believe Hannity made his way into position this afternoon after 5.. Ole Rick has the Neo-Con fools drooling all over themselves!
Report Post »The-Monk
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 7:52pmTo all the above….
It seems that only a few of you actually heard the radio program and understand what happened. Here‘s a recap for those that don’t know what took place.
1- Glenn read a story on The Blaze about the Women’s Shelter.
2- They started discussing it (Glenn, Pat and Stu).
3- Glenn wanted to hear directly from the Shelter and asked someone to call them.
4- They made contact via the phone and put the Woman on air, live.
5- Glenn started asking questions and was personally struck by the shelter sticking to their principles and not kowtowing to the Federal Government and the State.
6- Glenn told the Shelter not to worry; he would send the money himself.
The Shelter did not call Glenn and had no idea who he was or what The Blaze was. This was a spontaneous thing that Glenn did. Not planned at all. What Glenn did was wonderful.
Report Post »grandma7
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 8:14pmPraying for more people to step up like he does. Amazing gesture!!!! I hope he and all of us tell it over and over so others will get the idea.
Report Post »kryptonite
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 8:32pm@ENCINOM
Here I… support hte constitution, namely the implied speration of Church and State set for the in First Amendment.
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For starters, you libs keep quoting those words, although they are not stated thus in the Constitution. Also, you do realize that there are two different ways of interpreting “separation of C & S”? Nevertheless, even by your interpretation there is a clear double standard which doesn’t seem to bother you — or does it? Some examples that come to mind: 1) A judge ruled in favor of a Muslim man who beat and raped his wife, because the man’s actions were in line with his religious beliefs. http://www.jihadwatch.org/2010/07/sharia-in-new-jersey-muslim-husband-rapes-wife-judge-sees-no-sexual-assault-because-husbands-religio.html
2) Obum’s personal spiritual adviser, Jim Wallis, concomitantly served in the WH Advisory Council on Faith-Based and Neighborhood Partnerships. 3) According to Politco, Obum “instructed faith leaders to treat the new law [Obamacare] as settled fact and use their perches of power to convey that message to congregants and friends.” http://www.politico.com/news/stories/0910/42540.html#ixzz1djEmiQtQ
The truth is you libs libs egregiously disregard even your own interpretation of the 1st Amendment if and when it favors the commie-Muslim alliance. You are unwilling and unable to help those in spiritual need, because you love the darkness and feed off its moral chaos.
Report Post »rml720
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 8:50pmMaybe the lesson here is that you believe in faith based charity, you should take out your check book if you can afford it. Pass it on…
Report Post »seldomscene
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 9:03pmI recommend a check up from the neck for you. Our government is anti Christian. The government is afraid of the ACLU. It will trounce the righteous Samaritans before enduring the UCLA wrath. Glen has finally achieved a special type of freedom. He would even blow the horn for if you needed it. Try to get a grip.
Report Post »seldomscene
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 9:14pmHmmm… What is your total secret contribution?
Report Post »survivorseed
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 9:36pmWill the shelter ever receive their pledge? Words mean nothing without action, just ask sean “I’ll get waterboarded for charity” Hannity
Report Post »grumpyt
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 9:48pmGTH, he gives when and where it is needed. Maybe by doing his giving publicly, it will encourage more to give. Just know that Beck is trying to lead us to the Path. No one can make you walk the walk, I just hope your heart softens.
Report Post »maybe naive
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 11:16pmThat might be true… perhaps what they are “looking for” is for other people to hear about their generosity and be inspired to do good in the world? -to represent capitalism through a faithful kindness to others rather than to be governed into giving by mandate.
Report Post »dcart888
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 11:42pmGTH
No Glenn & Tania are leading by Example. Instead of being a jerk what are You doing to help those in need?
Report Post »USANUMBERONE
Posted on November 15, 2011 at 2:34amGod bless you Mr. and Mrs. Beck.
Report Post »freedomofspeech
Posted on November 15, 2011 at 2:58amyes, you are correct. To teach others to give w/o stipulations. “put your money where your heart is”, and to teach about true capitalism:)
Report Post »blattack
Posted on November 15, 2011 at 7:23amGTH……If doing something good bothers you, keep your comments to yourself & search your heart, there maybe a problem. Giving is a good thing and knowing Glenn is giving may inspire others to do the same.
Report Post »Why are you even on this site?
Marine Ma
Posted on November 15, 2011 at 7:24amI, too, heard this live, and I believe it was totally spontaneous. Glenn made the decision after speaking with this woman and hearing how absolutely sincere she was. She and her staff CHOSE to stick to their principles and let the federal dollars go. It was a beautiful moment on live radio. She’s an awesome lady. Thanks so much for backing her up, Glenn.
Report Post »lillymckim
Posted on November 15, 2011 at 8:22amYes, God will provide … with a little intervention… a lovely thoughtful gift from Glenn Beck!
Report Post »hud
Posted on November 15, 2011 at 9:09amMaybe he was trying to inspire others to help these folks.GB is a truly good person.
Report Post »casethatmail
Posted on November 15, 2011 at 10:12amI gave 9.12—it is what I can afford…..what did I get back??—you’re right, more than I gave—I get peace,love,and personal satisfaction….that I am doing what I CAN, with what I HAVE, whenever POSSIBLE. Does that answer your question “GTH”? “we” are the 10%, we are not the 99%—we are too busy working, to Occupy Public Space!…..and with the fruits of that labor, we do what we can.
Report Post »veruca salt
Posted on November 15, 2011 at 10:17amRight on the money, GTH. Mr. Beck knows, as most preachers know, that you have to try pretty hard to go broke from thumping the Bible. $55K is pretty cheap advertising if it gets a few more people to sign up for your pay website or support the companies you shill for by buying gold or purchasing food insurance.
Report Post »LookTowardsTheLight
Posted on November 15, 2011 at 10:59am@encinom
Fair enough. No public tax dollars to programs involving faith. You obviously feel this way due to your progressive and secular lifestyle and no faith in anything. You are offended by tax payer monies going to places like this.
So then let’s be fair. NO TAX PAYER MONEY TO PLANNED PARENTHOOD OR ANY OTHER ABORTION TURNING MACHINES! I mean I know you like killing babies @encinom but fair is fair.
Oh, @GTH. It goes without saying you’ve been owned by pretty much everyone who commented to your post. Another Beck-hating troll with a hit and run post reveled.
Report Post »LookTowardsTheLight
Posted on November 15, 2011 at 11:28am@veruca salt
Wow, how does it feel to be in the minority here with your anti-Beck tirades? Really, how much is media matters paying you to stir the pot? Maybe you’re just lonely and want attention.
So sad.
Report Post »csinate
Posted on November 15, 2011 at 11:48amLike a good boy you’ve been drinking your Kool-Aid again. Now go take your nap.
Report Post »MarineWife
Posted on November 15, 2011 at 12:15pmI wish it was possible to give you a thumbs down for this comment.
Report Post »ChiefGeorge
Posted on November 15, 2011 at 12:24pmI heard this on the radio as it unfolded. I always believed that charity was supposed to be given in secret but I do understand Beck was trying to make a point of his giving where the government would no longer and for all the strings it attaches. Our government should not be involved in charity on our behalf at all. We should not be giving foreign aid and the like. Let Americans do with their money as they please instead of stealing it from them to make government the champion and saviour of the poor. This just leads to corruption.
Report Post »DNT Tread On Me
Posted on November 15, 2011 at 12:47pmI wish I could write the words to convey my contempt for your comment, but they would be censored for non-family friendly language. Let’s just say…… Idiot.
Report Post »bruce_baker
Posted on November 15, 2011 at 12:51pmYes, and rich people, and the eyes of needles and camels, and heaven, etc. Some of us have read the Bible, too. The point is, he gave. How much did you give?
Report Post »linearnonlinear
Posted on November 15, 2011 at 12:51pmYou are an idiot.
Report Post »Who Tends the Fire
Posted on November 15, 2011 at 1:03pmOf course they are. He had the opportunity to do something good for someone else, why not become an example to others given the fact that he has the platform to do so. Frankly it’s nice to see something like this after dealing with the relentless pounding negativity of the Lame Stream Media. So my estimation of him goes up, that’s his reward. Is that your point? If so then consider this. It worked, but what is my opinion really gaining him? Even if it does gain him something, so what. Isn’t incentivized giving more likely to succeed than altruism on a larger scale? Wouldn’t more giving of this kind improve the lot of all? Money well spent I think. Maybe I’ll do the same.
Report Post »NOBAMA201258
Posted on November 15, 2011 at 3:05pmThis is what compassion and human decency looks like! Way to go GB!
Report Post »NOBAMA201258
Posted on November 15, 2011 at 3:17pmThe end result is that people were helped by GB and he did it because our government doesn’t have the balls to stand up to a few ******* atheists and the Anti Christian Loon Union! Keep up the good works GB we are the majority still!! The leftist morons that post here will soon see the idiocy of their “thinking”
Report Post »Obomb_is_Toast
Posted on November 15, 2011 at 4:15pmI mean REALLY…do read before opening your fly trap
Report Post »bonboyl
Posted on November 15, 2011 at 8:28pmWhat an inspiration Mr. Beck is. A wonderful human being.
Bet the funding wouldn’t be cut if it was for refurbishing mosques all over the world.
Report Post »raiderglenn
Posted on November 16, 2011 at 1:50amDON’T FEED THE TROLLS!!!!
you just encourage them… you will not get thru to them so don’t even try!
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Good Job Mr Beck, thats how it is supposed to work in the 1st place… the individual decides who and what to give to!
Aviyah
Posted on November 16, 2011 at 6:41amKeep leading by example Glenn. Because you funded this worth while charity, millions of others will know of the need and follow suit.
Report Post »Wizerman
Posted on November 16, 2011 at 10:44amI know the liberal media would have us all believe that Glenn Beck is some kind of hack but stories like this are exactly why I have grown to respect the man so deeply!
Report Post »kabenninger
Posted on November 19, 2011 at 4:17pmBless your heart – by your comment I can presume you have given anonymously?
Report Post »walkintruth
Posted on November 19, 2011 at 7:41pmWhen was the last time you donated anything? I don’t think the people would care if you told the world as long as you helped them. Who cares?
Report Post »shomeir
Posted on November 20, 2011 at 12:21amMatthew 5:16 Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven.
Report Post »wahinime
Posted on November 20, 2011 at 11:38am“Judge not, lest ye be judged…”
Report Post »thejimmyzshow
Posted on November 23, 2011 at 2:10pmThank you GTH for telling it straight.
Report Post »Jude_25
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 12:45pmAwesome! I’m sure this was a huge answer to prayer!
Report Post »Snowleopard {gallery of cat folks}
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 1:08pmIndeed, and we see how God works wonders with the faith based charities; one door closed and a flood of others have now opened. In order to get people more dependant fully on the fed’s, they need to destroy or coerse as many of the faith based charities into compliance as they can and break the rest of them…one more part in the Progressives plan.
Report Post »banjarmon
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 12:44pmGOD picks the people He works through…BG (Billy Graham) and GB (Glenn Beck) are TWO of them! They are BLESSED!!!
Report Post »SimpleTruths
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 2:13pmBlessed in their skills as con artists, I agree.
Report Post »The10thAmendment
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 3:45pm@ SimpleTruths
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 2:13pm
Blessed in their skills as con artists, I agree.
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Blessed in the art of making a stand, and doing what he feels led by the Spirit to do. You sound like a little whiny bitch who is jealous when a man practices what he preaches.
DesertRose1960
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 12:43pmWell, it’s great that Glenn made that donation, but the shelter hasn’t gotten the check yet. And he can afford to do it, he has millions of dollars in income, it’s a tax right-off for him.
The government had every right to cut funding, with taxpayer dollars, to a religious institution that was forcing participants to go to a Bible study. If you take the Government‘s money you are acting as the Government’s agent. The First Amendment makes it very clear that the Government isn’t allowed to establish a religion, funding a religious group that forces people to participate in a religious practice violates the “Establishment” clause, it also violates the free practice clause, because it is required. I have no problem with this group holding Bible studies, but not on my tax dollars, thank you. If you don’t believe me, ask yourself what sort of reaction you would have about tax dollars going to a Muslim-run program that required Quran studies? Or what about Hindu studies? Or a Jewish group? Or Wiccans?
Report Post »libertyisnotfree
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 12:55pmDesertRose1960…did you ever hear of Planned Parenthood and PBS just to name a couple?…Are they acting as government agents?…go back in your hole please….thank you.
Report Post »Timothy_Reid
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 1:01pm@desertrose The First Ammendment contains what is known as the Establishment clause. Its only purpose is to keep the government from “Establishing” a national religion. It does not validate or even promote what is commonly referred to as seperation of church and state.
Report Post »This_Individual
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 1:17pmIt’s really simple. Privatize.
Report Post »Therightsofbilly
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 1:29pm@ROSE
You sound just like JZS.
I’m sure the check will get there just fine Rose.
Do I detect just a little envy and bitterness in your tone?
Report Post »Dutchracer
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 1:30pmNumber one, You would know this if you actually read the first amendment of the constitution!
Report Post »Number two, no one is forced to take the bible studies it is a choice.
Number three, your excuse for Glenn doing something good with the money he makes saying it’s just a tax right-off reviles everything we need to know about you. May God Heal your black heart.
remorammo88
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 1:32pmExplain the Gov giving money to all the Islamic groups then. Is not Islam pretty forceful, from birth already, in their indocturnation of their cult followers? Rose, your are feeble. Go back to your own beginning and suffer with your like minded twits.
Report Post »DesertRose1960
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 1:42pm@Libertyisnotsofree, Planned Parenthood and PBS are not requiring sectarian Bible studies to receive their services, and both accept rules for the use of Federal funds. Planned Parenthood, for instance, can not use any Federal funds for the performance of abortions, which is about 3% of the services they provide.
Report Post »@Timothy_Reid, if you take Government money and force people to attend a particular faith’s services, then you are establishing “a national religion”, in this case Fundamentalist Protestantism. And you can talk all you want about how the phrase “separation of church and state” not appearing in the Constitution, but you need merely look at the practices and words of the first few Presidents to see that the practice has been around since Washington. I had a priest tell me once that separation of church and state was much better for churches, because it prevented the Government from telling churches how to run their businesses and programs. If this shelter wants to offer a religious program, then they need to secure private funds. Jesus had one of the most elegant arguments about the separation of church and state, “Render unto Caesar that which is Caesar’s, and unto God that which is God’s…” Go back to my final question, would you be okay with a Muslim charity forcing participants to go to Quranic studies with tax dollars?
justice41
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 1:48pmIt is not the government’s job to remove all religion from those that qualify for assistance nor is it to destroy all religion. Government should not favor secular nor athiest organizations. What are these athiest afraid of?
Report Post »TEXASGRANNY73
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 1:49pmII bet you have no problem funding planned parenthood rather than like this lady who takes care of homeless hurt women for many reasons and will come out all the better because of the Bible studies. I am glad as well they turned her down because now she will not have to depend on Caesar and God will shine (as He just did) but on the love of her fellow man. The mystery is Rosie old gal is that all money belongs to God and we are allowed to do with it as we will. Surely you have not forgotten Obama said that Zerobamanationcare is his collective SALVATION. He just don’t like individual choice. But it is okay–you won’t have to spend a dollar on this group. Wink.
Report Post »Baddoggy
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 1:56pmIn all reality…NO ONE should get a cent from the Government. Not one red cent. But if you cut off all Government teat suckers we would have riots in the streets.
I would love to go back to the Constitution and the govenment just builds roads and defends us…Nothing else! Now that would be GREAT!! Let the strong survive and the weal fail or find some Church or family members to help them. That is what we are really supposed to be doing!!
Report Post »DesertRose1960
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 2:36pm@TheRightsofBilly, I may sound like JZS, but that doesn’t make us the same poster. I am me, I only have one handle, having more than one is cheating. I’m not so sure the check will get there. Did he ever pay more than the theater rental fee last year in Wilmington? Or what about the money for the Special Warriors Operations at 8/28? No, it isn’t bitterness or jealousy, it’s skepticism, pure and simple. He likes to talk big, but the money doesn’t really come across.
Report Post »@Dutchracer, I’ve read the Constitution through several times, I never go anywhere without a rosary and a copy of the Constitution, the one in my wallet is signed by retired Justice Sandra Day O’Connor. I also used to teach U.S. Government. The Bible studies at this shelter are manditory or required, the article makes that very clear. I think you meant “reveals”, what you were doing was reviling me, must have been a Freudian slip on your part. And do you suppose Jesus wants you to tell stranger they have black hearts just because they said something you didn’t like?
@Texasgranny, What ever are you going on about? I didn’t understand a thing that you said. This whole rot about “collective salvation” and Obama being for it, is one of Glenn’s more bizarre talking points. Obama is the elected President of a political and secular state, he wasn’t elected for “salvation” collective or otherwise.
@Remora, What public funding of Islamic groups would that be, exactly? You have examples from
libertyisnotfree
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 2:40pmDesertRose1960…you have a very narrow view…you focus only on religion and the supposed “separation of church and state”. Does it ever occur to you that we on the religious right are not only offended by the practices of organizations like Planned Parenthood but we are forced to contribute our money to fund the murder unborn babies…like it or not that is how we see it and our opinion matters too. The government is forcing us to participate in their unrighteous morals. As for PBS, they are taking our tax money and using it to indoctrinate their liberal views. Would you feel the same about PBS receiving tax payer funding if Fox News was feeding from the public trough? Abortion should be illegal in most cases and should never publically funded. Indoctrination should be privately funded…period.
Report Post »navydoc2008
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 2:43pm@desertrose
I am sure that this shelter performs “97%“ other functions than bible study just like Planned Parenthood performs ”97%” other functions than abortions. So how about the gov‘t pitches in and the shelter promises not to use gov’t money for the bible study or religious outreach? Would that work? No I didn’t think you would be so easily appeased, liberals rarely are.
Report Post »Oh and by the way for those of you who do not pay taxes, or are just ignorant on how it works. A “tax deductable” donation does not mean that you get a rebate of that money on your tax return, it just means that you don’t pay tax on the money you gave away. I would be willing to bet that Mr. Beck meets the maximum allowable tax deduction for charity just through his tithes and offerings at church. Therefore, it is most likely that this donation was in fact not tax deductible. Sorry if I’ve confused you with logic, I know how you liberals hate to think.
sWampy
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 2:57pmDesertRose1960
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 1:42pm
@Libertyisnotsofree, Planned Parenthood and PBS are not requiring sectarian Bible studies to receive their services, and both accept rules for the use of Federal funds. Planned Parenthood, for instance, can not use any Federal funds for the performance of abortions, which is about 3% of the services they provide.
What the hell do you smoke? 90% of the women who walk into Planned Parenthood walk in pregnant, 95% of those walk out no longer pregnant, what kind of warped idiot would think that was about 3%. Please shop spreading your lies, freedom of speech DOES NOT GIVE YOU THE RIGHT TO LIE, especially after you have been told the truth.
Report Post »Therightsofbilly
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 3:08pm@ROSE
I was NOT insinuating that you and JZS are one and the same. Just that you both spew the same bile.
As for your question on Wilmington, the answer is yes. I have already had this “go round” with JZS.
He made the same insinuation a while back, and he got smacked down.
Funny that you would bring that up right after I mention that you and he sound quite alike.
So, no need for the skepticism. I know it’s really hard for liberals to come to grips with the fact that some people can actually do something good and nice, without the government telling them to do so. But………lib & learn as they say.
Report Post »Touche Turtle
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 3:35pmWell, well, well . . . since you are so gun-ho on what criteria the government spends YOUR tax money, do you approve of it being used to fund abortions? I, for one, am not very excited about my hard-earned dollars being spent that way and so if they can refuse funding because someone is having Bible studies, then I expect them to do the same thing with abortions!!!!
Yeah, right!!! When pigs fly!!!!
Report Post »Therightsofbilly
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 3:43pmHey Rose,
You used to teach U.S. Government?
And you have only read the Constitution “several” times?
Isn’t the word “several” defined as more than once or twice, but not many?
Report Post »DesertRose1960
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 3:54pm@Libertyisnotsofree, There are lots of things I fund as a taxpayer that I don’t like. I fund lots of sports stadiums that are corporate write-offs, for instance. Fox News? What about Rupert Murdoch’s special exceptions to be able to own more than one media outlet in a market or his special citizenship act just to be allowed to buy Fox? You can prove that PBS is indoctrinating their viewers? Solid, verifiable facts and teaching kids the alphabet or a few words in Spanish are terrible things, aren’t they? It has been illegal to use public funds for abortion since the Hyde Amendment was passed in 1976, although it is a rider on bills, not a separate law, which might explain why Eric Cantor has had the House vote to reaffirm it three times this year.
Report Post »@Swampy, you’re right, free speech doesn’t give me the right to lie, which is why I’m including this link to Planned Parenthood. By the way, most branches don’t perform abortions there, they make referals to doctors and clinics who do them, they may pay for the referral, but not with public funds.
http://www.plannedparenthood.org/about-us/who-we-are/planned-parenthood-glance-5552.htm
@RightsofBilly, ah, I see, I did a little digging, in May, Glenn contributed $51,000 to a theatre restoration project. What did he do for the town, exactly? When Rachel Ray came, a year or two before, she funded the food pantry for a year. Did Glenn do the same, or did he just make a lot of noise about viewer contributions?
Rayblue
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 4:11pmRose….
Report Post »Taught U.S. government to OWS trenchsitters did you. Obama also pretended to “teach” when it was nothing more than dictate.
You must be where they get their brilliant ideas. What with your insipid, outdated ideals and junk socialistic mutterings.
Billd
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 5:02pmHow does a government grant establish a religion? I don’t think you know what “establish” means. It means the government can FORCE you into any one religion. From what I understand if you seek help at these establishments, you are told what the requirements are. Folks CHOOSE whether or not to stay there. It DOES NOT say the government CAN’T support ANY religious group. BTW that is no such thing as separation of church and state in the U.S. Constitution. That is a liberal/progressive myth. If that were true the Congressional opening PRAYER every year would be illegal.
Report Post »dtaglione
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 6:55pmDo you care if they perform abortions with your tax dollars….or is it only Jesus that upsets you
Report Post »The-Monk
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 8:01pm@DesertRose1960
Report Post »I agree. Please call your Congressmen and tell them to stop sending money to Countries that force Islam on its citizens and makes it a death penalty to anyone who leaves Islam for another religion. You tax dollars are being used for exactly that.
DesertRose1960
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 9:33pm@DTaglione, Well, I’d care if they were performing abortions with my tax dollars, but since they aren‘t and haven’t been allowed to since 1976, it doesn’t bother me. What does bother me is that no matter how many times I point to the Hyde Amendment, some of you don’t seem to get it and keep repeating the same old, silly myth. And why has Congress voted to reaffirm the Hyde Amendment three times since January? Don’t they have any job bills to consider? Or what about spending cuts? Nope, too busy reaffirming for the upteenth time something that has been illegal since 1976.
Report Post »@The-Monk, Sorry, but I happen to believe in something quite quaint in TeaCon circles, I happen to believe in national sovereignty, what happens in the governments of another country isn’t really my responsibility. You folks get very angry that some Muslims want to impose their rules on us, but have no problem at all wanting to impose American culture on them (which is the reason the terrorists are so mad at us to start with.)
Therightsofbilly
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 11:33pm@ROSE
http://www.wnewsj.com/main.asp?Search=1&ArticleID=188224&SectionID=49&SubSectionID=&S=1
http://www.wnewsj.com/main.asp?Search=1&ArticleID=188045&SectionID=42&SubSectionID=&S=1
http://www.wnewsj.com/main.asp?Search=1&ArticleID=189283&SectionID=49&SubSectionID=&S=1
And as far you having to keep pointing to the Hyde amendment, keep pointing because you already know the answer to your own question. Most specious.
Here’s a little diddy for thought.
I was walking in to a casino in Vegas, and a down and out looking fellow asked if could spare $25.00 so that he might buy a desperately needed prescription for his wife who was very ill.
I told him that I would like to help, but I had some reservations.
How do I know if you are being truthful?
How can I be sure that you will not take my money, go in to the casino, and blow it at the craps table?
The man replied, Oh you don’t have to worry about that, I’ve GOT gambling money.
Report Post »kickagrandma
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 12:42pmGOD just smiled again!
Thank you, Marilyn Vyzourek for standing your ground for JESUS.
Thank you, Glenn and Tania, for walking the walk.
GOD bless all you BLAZERS real good.
Report Post »It is all to HIS glory, amen.
Godswatching
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 1:24pmGlen: Thank you for helping when you see a need and you are able to fill it. Not everyone is able to donate 55,000.00. May God continue to bless you and yours.
Report Post »This_Individual
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 12:41pmLet’s encourage those with the means to stop fedral funding and encourage private charity.
Report Post »DianaLynn
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 12:39pmThat which we give is returned to us–a hundred fold !! Truth and faith will save us and our great country. May God bless and protect Glenn Beck and his family.
Report Post »libertyisnotfree
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 12:38pmPUT YOUR MONEY WHERE YOUR MOUTH IS BECK….Oh yeah,,you did… God Bless you Glenn Beck. You are a true American Patriot and a Faithful Christian man and the same goes for wonderful your wife. God bless you both.
Report Post »LiberalMarine
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 12:37pmIf he wants to give the money, obviously that’s a good thing. If they want to do whatever they want, religion wise, than surviving on donations is they way they should stay in business.
Report Post »libertyisnotfree
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 12:51pmLiberalMarine. Same goes for Planned Parenthood, PBS and all the other liberal organizations. Let them live or die on their own merits. I am sure the religous organizations can survive…and I agree…if the goverment is going to tell them they cannot include God in their programs then they should give up the Government money and stay true to their faith…otherwise they will lose much more than their funding.
Report Post »bikerr
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 12:58pm@LiberalMarine—Is that you being tossed out of congressman’s swearing in. I think it is!(it’s the next story here at the blaze)
Report Post »LiberalMarine
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 1:07pmNo, I don’t support most of the OWS protestors. But nice try.
Report Post »JLGunner
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 1:19pmHow about if you are religious and on welfare? I agree, no government funds.
Report Post »bikerr
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 2:00pm@LiberalMarine—–If you support one you support them all. Nice try.I still say it’s you!
Report Post »RLTW
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 2:29pmLib Marine how was your date with Justin Timberlake?
Report Post »ajames7321
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 12:37pmA true inspiration to others. When we see someone do the right thing it seems to push us and others to do the right thing, we can either lead or follow but the important thing is to keep moving in the way of Christ.
Report Post »dtaglione
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 6:58pmI agree – most of us are looking for a way to help.
Report Post »IndianTerritoryTeaPartier
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 12:36pmAwesome! Totally Awesome!
Report Post »abbygirl1994
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 12:33pmBless you Glenn.. and to Washington.. we are hoping you all rot in hell! For truly unless you repent, you will! God help your servant Glenn Beck and bless all those that do good, for evil are those who call evil good and good evil!
Report Post »Locked
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 12:33pmGood for Beck! Putting his money where his mouth is; I approve.
Report Post »Cymry
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 12:30pmGlenn, you have to watch out doin’ those kinda things because they come back at ya sevenfold. :) ;)
Report Post »smithclar3nc3
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 12:43pmExactly,God has Blessed Beck and Beck is paying it forward
Report Post »bailey08
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 12:30pmGod is smiling at you Glenn.
Report Post »Any time we give to help someone, or to help animals I think God smiles at us even if it’s just a few dollars.
Remenber what Jesus said about the woman that could only give a just a few coins?
Uncle Tom
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 12:41pmAnimals? Uh…I eat animals.
Report Post »libertyisnotfree
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 1:24pmUncle Tom…very classy man. Jack Asses never cease to amaze me…hey aren’t Jack Asses animals? hahaha…the irony of it all.
Report Post »garyM
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 12:30pmWell done good and fatihful servant! It is God that works in us both to will and to do His good works!
Matthew 5:15-17
Report Post »15Neither do men light a candle, and put it under a bushel, but on a candlestick; and it giveth light unto all that are in the house.
16Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven.
17Think not that I am come to destroy the law, or the prophets: I am not come to destroy, but to fulfil.
PurrrpleMtnMajesty
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 12:29pmYup ….God BLESS the 1%.
Report Post »This country could not survive without them.
Do you think the 50% not paying taxes would help?
Personally I think instead of raising their taxes and eliminiating charitable deductions, they should eliminate tax LOOPHOLES and raise tax benefits on CHARITIBLE Deductions!
That is what makes this country provide for the poor…not the gov’t.
encinom
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 12:54pmThe fact that Beck threw some cash at a problem does nothing to repent for the sins of the 1%. The fact theat 47% do not pay FEDERAL INCOME TAX, does not say that they do not donate time to church or charities.
The issue is the 1% has become the ruling class, and unless you like being a serf or a slave you would jon the OWS movement.
Report Post »jakartaman
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 1:07pmHey Enima,
Report Post »I don’t need a nanny – I don‘t need a socialist government I don’t need a union I don‘t need arrogant elitist air head hollywood types and I don’t need you telling me what to do.
The reason is I am an American adult – get it- I don’t think so
komraderykills
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 1:14pmJoin the OWS? So you can become a slave to George Soros?
Report Post »lemmings4obama
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 1:21pm@embecilnom How is the view from in there? Do you have a hemorrhoid poking you in the eye?
Report Post »encinom
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 1:21pmjakartaman
Report Post »Posted on November 14, 2011 at 1:07pm
Hey Enima,
I don’t need a nanny – I don‘t need a socialist government I don’t need a union I don‘t need arrogant elitist air head hollywood types and I don’t need you telling me what to do.
The reason is I am an American adult – get it- I don’t think so.
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No you are are good lap dog for the Koch Brothers.
lemmings4obama
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 1:40pmEncinom – “you are are good lap dog…”
You are are good english.
Report Post »TumbleBumble
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 12:28pmGlenn, you’re the real deal. Thanks for the inspiration. May God place someone in my path that I am able to help out in a big way.
Report Post »NeverSurrender
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 12:26pmThat is the 1% at work. America’s 1% donates more money that they entire rest of the world combined.
Report Post »drphil69
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 12:25pmGod bless Glenn Beck!
Report Post »AJAYW
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 12:38pmRight on — we all should take a second look at who we send money to. If they are anti Christian no money should go to them. They can see what its like being singled out.
Report Post »thorkyl
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 12:24pmGlenn,
Report Post »You are truly blessed.
May the Lord grant you many future Blessings, so you may continue doing what you do.
steveh931
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 12:23pmIs there a web-site where others can donate to the fund?
Report Post »KwikKarl
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 12:46pmhttp://www.gospel-home-cs.org/donate.html
Report Post »pamelakilgore
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 12:22pmGod Bless you Beck
Report Post »ruach
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 12:20pmGod bless your generosity and sincerity Glenn.
Report Post »SimpleTruths
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 2:18pmSincerity? Is that why there’s a banner ad hawking Goldline and Survival Seed scams on the same page as this article? I have to hand it to Glenn though, he knows how to work you guys over. Great con men do.
Report Post »hillbilly patriot
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 6:45pm@Simpletruths: You are against someone who donates money for no reason other than he can? You call him a con man. If he is, then I hope there are more con men just like him out there. The world would be a better place.
He uses those ads to generate money so he can do things like write a check.
God bless, Mr Beck.
Report Post »lukerw
Posted on November 14, 2011 at 12:19pmYea… BECK!
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