Bios
Jim (jim@allheneedsforheaven.com) and Judy have been married since 1964, and they have three children and eight grandchildren. Chet is youngest of the children. They have lived in Tennessee, Alabama, Louisiana, and Texas. Most of their time has been in Louisiana and they have been in Texas since 1991.
Jim has been a minister all his life. He has three graduate degrees, including the Doctor of Ministry degree from Abilene Christian University. He is presently one of the ministers at the Legacy Church of Christ in North Richland Hills, Texas.
Jim wrote the book, but the whole family had input. Judy’s thoughts are reflected on almost every page. Jennifer was the first proofreader. Chet and Joni proofed and added thoughts to the book, with Chet writing the last chapter. The entire family has been happy with the way the book has been received and with the way it has been an encouragement to others who struggle.
Chet (chet@allheneedsforheaven.com) was born, without arms, in Bossier City, LA in 1980, and moved to Texas when he was eleven. He and Joni were married in 2005 and currently live in Keller, Texas. Chet became a father in March, 2008, to a beautiful baby girl named Hannah.
Chet is a graduate of the University of North Texas with a Bachelor’s Degree in Radio, Television, and Film Production. Between speaking, leading worship and home life, Chet sells travel vacation packages through his own travel agency, that specializes in Disney Vacations - Off to Neverland Travel.
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Chet McDoniel - Inspirational Speaker Born Without Arms.