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I See Greatness in You

August 23, 2018

Church Leaders Pastor Larry Ragland of Birmingham’s Solid Rock Church has written a new book, I See Greatness in You, which shares a story we all know and need. It tells of his own redemption, how he was transformed by the grace of God and the weight of five words: “I see greatness in you.” …

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Dr. Richard Hunter Joins Riverchase United Methodist as Lead Pastor

August 23, 2018

Church Leaders Dr. Richard Hunter recently returned home to Birmingham as lead pastor for Riverchase United Methodist Church (UMC) in Hoover. Dr. Hunter has a passion for starting new faith communities, reviving closed churches, starting new worship services in existing churches, and identifying and mentoring future church leaders. Having most recently served as Executive Director …

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Church Fuels Football Team & Much More!

August 23, 2018

Special Feature As Pinson Valley High School players made their way into the final seconds of their football game against Wetumpka to win the Class 6A High School Football title last year, a sign in the stands read “Fueled by PB&J”. This referred to a special ministry started by Clearbranch United Methodist Church (UMC) in …

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Experience the Taste of Greece & Help Our Community!

August 23, 2018

Are We There Yet? The 46th Annual Greek Festival is set for October 4-6, 2018 from 10:30 a.m.-10 p.m. in downtown Birmingham. The Festival began in 1972 and is one of Birmingham’s oldest cultural food festivals and most highly anticipated southeast events. For three days you will experience the Greeks’ legendary zest for life. Besides …

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My God Can!

August 22, 2018

Laurie’s Blog A wise woman gave me a great idea recently on what to do with my worries and concerns. She shared with me how she writes down what’s troubling her, dates it and places it in her “God Can.” She described a peace that she gained with each piece of paper she dropped in …

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Programs to Help You Pay Your Medicare Premiums & Deductibles

August 21, 2018

Legal Matters Presented by: Bradford & Holliman, Estate Planning, www.bradfordholliman.com  It can be difficult for seniors and individuals with disabilities on the Medicare program to pay the Medicare monthly premiums and deductibles. Because of this, there are Medicare Savings Programs in Alabama that can help. These programs are administered through the Alabama Medicaid Agency. The programs …

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Preparing Yourself for Home Health & Nursing Home Expenses

August 21, 2018

Money Matters presented by: Vision Financial The estimated cost for nursing home care in Alabama in 2017 was $176 a day or nearly $65,000 a year. Home healthcare averages $38,000 per year. These are daunting numbers for sure. How can one prepare for these expenses? Health Insurance and Medicare do not cover long term care …

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Maximizing Your Outdoor Space with DSLD

August 19, 2018

Special Feature DSLD “They turned a jungle into useable, beautiful space,” exclaims Autumn Wallace regarding the transformation DSLD Land Management accomplished in her family’s backyard in Highland Lakes. She and her husband Seann purchased the home in 2003. At the time, the couple had no children and the focus was on maximizing the indoor space …

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Fry-Down Family Fun: Great Festival for a Great Cause!

August 17, 2018

Are We There Yet? Brought to you by: Community Partner Sawyer Solutions, www.sawyersolutionsllc.com  Each year the Cahaba River Society hosts a catfish cook-off and festival that’s not only good for the planet, but also the palate! This event has become another staple in Birmingham’s dynamic food scene as culinary masters, old and new, battle it …

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GATHER: A Community Call to Prayer

August 2, 2018

The Oak Mountain Community is leading the way in uniting Shelby County schools, parents and residents. A Community Wide Prayer Service, appropriately named, “GATHER”, will take place on Sunday, August 12 in the football stadium at Heardmont Park. This is the second prayer service held at the stadium, but this time, it will be open …

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