Laurie Stroud
Scholarship Finalist: Taylor Woodard
My faith in God throughout my high school career has been the most important structure and stronghold in my life. Whether I was in the classroom or on the softball field, He was always there keeping my mind right and my trust in Him strong. I participate in a program for elementary kids called the …
ShopWell: Meaningful Gifts for Mom
Cool Stuff Find great gifts for mom this Mother’s Day while helping local women in need. The products at ShopWell, a division of The WellHouse ministry, directly help survivors of human trafficking find hope for the future. Choose from beaded bracelets, necklaces and earrings as well as clay crosses, coffee mugs, hand-embossed cards and candles. …
Volunteer to E-Mentor & Give Area Children the Boost They Need
Special Feature Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Birmingham(BBBS) is now offering virtual mentoring through its new e-mentoring program. The program launched last March during the pandemic and gave BBBS a way to continue its mission of creating and supporting one-to-one mentoring relationships that ignite the power and promise of youth. The initiatives of BBBS bolster …
New Program Helps Parents Raise Healthy & Happy Kids
Parenting Points Brought to you by: Community Partner Covene, www.convenenow.com Our nation and every family are facing one of the most serious epidemics in history.We’re battling a disease that strikes more people than cancer, heart disease, or diabetes. Even worse, it’s deadly, killing more people than car accidents, murders, or suicide. If you’re a parent, imagine …
Children & Fevers: When to Seek Medical Attention
Healthy Living Parents can understandably be concerned when their child doesn’t feel well and has a fever. But how high is too high? When should a parent treat a fever at home and when should they seek medical help? Dr. Mark Baker is an Associate Professor of Pediatrics at Children’s of Alabama and works in …
The Little Red Truck, Brother Bryan Mission
Mission Makers When William Roberts received the keys to the little red truck in Brother Bryan Mission’s parking lot he broke down in tears. “No one has ever treated me with such love and kindness,” said Roberts. William came to Brother Bryan Mission after years of drug and alcohol abuse. He joined the New Life …
Brenda Gantt: Down-home Cooking with a side of Jesus
Cover Story Brought to you by: Molly Maid of Birmingham, mollymaid.com/birmingham Brenda Gantt considers herself a humble home cook, but her online following has made her a viral superstar. With more than two million views on some of her Facebook Live cooking videos, Gantt has introduced Southern cooking to fans from around the world. Ultimately, though, …
Enriching the Lives of Area Children: ZeroZero Foundation
Education Extra Focused on improving children’s lives across the Birmingham area, the ZeroZero Foundation will provide children with sports-related enrichment and educational opportunities through several key programs and events. Rooted in the Birmingham community, ZeroZero believes every child’s potential extends beyond their athletic ability. The foundation aims to broaden a child’s perspective and identify their …
Missional Living as a Family
Parenting Points When we typically think about missions, we think of teams and missionaries going to take the Gospel to the world. In today’s world of COVID, quarantines, and lockdowns, the opportunity to do a family mission trip this year may not be an option. However, God still reigns and His work in the world …
