Laurie Stroud

Caring for Your Aging Pet

August 9, 2017

Two by 2 Pets, like adults, have new and more frequent health issues as they age. A pet is considered senior at age seven and veterinarians recommend bringing them in twice a year for an examination. During this time, we can look at diet and weight management, joint health, eye health and perform lab tests …

I am God’s Help: Actor John Corbett

July 25, 2017

I am God’s Help: Actor John Corbett Best known for his roles in Northern Exposure and My Big Fat Greek Wedding, actor John Corbett is no stranger to the plight of refugees revealed in his latest film All Saints. He grew up the only child to a single mother who worked for minimum wage in …

“God Bless America!”

July 25, 2017

Photo Fun OLS July 4th Fest Joshua Handra wears the perfect outfit during Birmingham’s Oldest Independence Day celebration, hosted by Our Lady of Sorrows (OLS) Catholic Church in Homewood. Samantha and Jessica Chriesman donate a homemade cake to the Cake Booth at the 68th Annual Independence Day Festival which benefitted OLS School, special charities, and …

“Traveling the World in Your Own Backyard”

July 25, 2017

Photo Fun  7th grader Max McGwin shares his knowledge about United Arab Emirates with other students during the International Fair at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic School in Homewood. Students enjoy learning about Kazakhstan as 7th grader Zach Wedlund explains its culture at the International Fair held at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic School.

“Christ-Like Students”

July 25, 2017

Photo Fun Our Lady of Sorrows (OLS) Catholic School students MaryGlynn Barlow and Campbell Farr are seen here with OLS Principal Mary Jan Dorn after being recognized as the 2017 recipients of the Outstanding Christian Award. The award is traditionally given to an eighth-grade boy and girl each year who shows continuous service to others, …

Photo Fun Baptism

July 25, 2017

“Jesus Loves the Little Children” Rev. J. Mark Kuehnert baptizes Julia Lauren Kuehnert, daughter of Ali and Justin Kuehnert, at The Lutheran Church of Vestavia Hills.

Robo Advisors have arrived, but life often calls for a Human Touch

July 25, 2017

Money Matters After years of development, numerous robo advisors have entered the world of investment management. Still, many investors may not fully understand exactly what robos do, or how they do it. A robo advisor is a digital platform that uses advanced algorithms (based on various financial models and assumptions) to select and manage investments. …

Showering God’s Love

July 25, 2017

Mission Makers Is your church or organization looking for a unique opportunity to share the Gospel? Consider partnering with Sav-A-Life Vestavia to shower God’s love on expectant parents. About eight times a year, this faith-based organization hosts baby showers which include presents, cake, Good News and God’s love. Leading up to each shower, Sav-A-Life invites …

Serve Christ by Serving His Church

July 25, 2017

Mission Makers 70 churches over 37 years built by hundreds of volunteers to reach thousands for the sake of the Gospel = Builders for Christ (BFC). By the end of August 2017, eleven Baptist churches and organizations from the Birmingham area will have sent Builders for Christ (BFC) teams to Gatlinburg, Tenn. to help reconstruct the …

Driving Under the Influence: Alabama’s DUI Laws

July 25, 2017

Legal Matters presented by: Frank S. Buck P.C., Personal Injury  We all know that driving while under the influence of alcohol and other illicit substances is unwise at best. Not only does it place the inebriated driver in danger, but it also imperils everyone else on the road. According to the Center for Disease Control, …

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