Laurie Stroud
Caring for the Outsider
Parenting Points We live in a world where people feel alone. From the social separation of the pandemic to the distance of social media, many people feel like outsiders. As followers of Jesus, we are called to care for outsiders. In writing to the church at Philippi, Paul wrote of Jesus coming from heaven as …
First Priority, Priority Kids Clubs to Expand This Fall
Welcome Back to Class Did you know that as of last school year there are 163,814 students in 270 schools across Greater Birmingham? First Priority represents 93 of those schools. That means there are 177 schools without a First Priority/Priority Kids club. We are working hard to expand this fall and start new clubs. The …
Banks Academy’s New Location!
Welcome Back to Class Banks Academy partnered with Huffman Baptist Church for a new location! “We are excited to have such a great Christian high school utilizing our facility enabling our church to further serve the surrounding community,” says Rob Paul, Pastor of Huffman Baptist Church. “The Huffman Baptist facility has everything we need to …
Jonathan’s Way
Publisher’s Note We have two roads that lead to our home- one road curves sharply with lots of hills and valleys, the other road is basically straight. Although the routes are very different, they both take about the same amount of time to reach our doorstep. Growing up, my son Jonathan loved to take the …
Fun Learning Opportunities at American Village!
Welcome Back to Class The American Village in Montevallo invites students to experience the stories of America’s journey for independence, liberty and self-government. Step into the scene and experience the risks, uncertainties, and dramatic events as they unfolded during America’s revolutionary decision to declare its independence. The American Village offers an opportunity for students to …
3rd Annual Celebrate the Family Expo Media Coverage
The Birmingham Christian Family team partnered with several local media outlets to spread the word about the 2022 Celebrate the Family Expo that took place on May 8, 2022. You can check out a recap of the day here. Publisher Laurie Stroud Franklin was a guest on Good Day Alabama on WBRC Fox 6 News …
Find A Church Facts
Click Here To Include Your Church Spread the Word about your church in Birmingham Christian Family magazine’s print and online church directory. How Your Church Can Participate & Reach New Families Your Find A Church Listing will include: • Your Church Logo or Image • Your Church Name • Your Church Website/Social Media • Your …
Is Your Marriage Safe for Children?
Special Feature The words “until death part us” never rang truer in my thoughts that day. My grandfather was 101 years old when he said his final goodbyes to the love of his life. My grandmother passed one month before their 77th wedding anniversary. Their commitment to lifelong marriage continues to be a source of …
Living Well with Low Vision
Senior Living Join the Brookdale Family! We are excited and proud to say that Brookdale University Park is open to new residents! Brookdale residents enjoy an engaging lifestyle with a selection of care options to meet changing needs. The community conveniently located off Lakeshore Drive offers a full continuum of care, including independent living, assisted …
