Dr. James C. Dobson, Visionary, Family Advocate and Founder of the Dr. James Dob

[SVPete]

Dr. James C. Dobson, Visionary, Family Advocate and Founder of the Dr. James Dobson Family Institute, Dies at 89

https://www.drjamesdobson.org/dr-james-dobson-dies-89/

COLORADO SPRINGS, CO  (August 21, 2025) — Dr. James C. Dobson, one of the most influential Christian leaders of the last half-century and a tireless advocate for the traditional family, passed away on August 21, 2025 at the age of 89. A psychologist, New York Times best-selling author, a Radio Hall of Fame broadcaster, and advisor to five U.S. presidents, Dr. Dobson dedicated his life to strengthening marriages, guiding parents, and defending biblical values by championing the central role of family in America.

“Dr. Dobson was a pioneer—a man of deep conviction whose voice shaped the way generations view faith, family and culture,” said Gary Bauer, Senior Vice President of Public Policy at the Dr. James Dobson Family Institute. “His bold leadership, integrity, and compassion helped equip countless families to thrive in a world of shifting values. He was a mentor, a counselor, and a steady voice of truth in turbulent times.”

Born in 1936 in Shreveport, Louisiana, Dr. Dobson founded Focus on the Family in 1977, creating one of the largest faith-based organizations in the world. His daily broadcasts were heard on over 4,000 radio stations across North America and translated into 27 languages in more than 160 countries. Following his departure from Focus on the Family in 2010, Dr. Dobson launched the Dr. James Dobson Family Institute (JDFI), continuing his mission through Family Talk, a nationally syndicated radio broadcast offering timeless counsel for today’s families.

His original Dare to Discipline and "Focus on the Family" Film series came out in the 1970s. Nearly 50 years of very public ministry, now in the presence of the One he served and loved.

[enslaved1]

Just heard that on the way to work.  Very sad for us, fortunately he leaves behind a huge body of work for both instruction and inspiration. 

Dread seeing the gravedancing threads that will likely get drug over from the DUmp. 

[SVPete]

Progs gonna hate, it's what they are.

Dobson's work touched our family in two ways. Very early in our marriage (I think we had just one of our three munchkins at the time) his film series "Turn Your Hearts Toward Home" helped form and confirm our family "culture". The other big effect was when he had homeschooling pioneer-advocates Raymond and Dorothy Moore on his daily show, which Mrs. SVPete heard. Long story short, we looked into it and homeschooled our munchkins "K-12".