Laurie Stroud
Laurie’s Blog
17 Years & 205 Issues of GOOD NEWS! Looking back over the 17 years since the first issue of Birmingham Christian Family magazine was published, I am reminded of the many, many ways God has guided and grown His ministry of Good News. The magazine was established as a resource for families and over the …
Small Business Owners Recognized for Community Impact
Special Feature The Greater Shelby County Chamber recently recognized the positive impact small businesses are having on our community.  “Small businesses play a vital role in building our Shelby County communities and overall economy. We want to celebrate their successes and support them in their endeavors,” explained Chamber President and CEO Kirk Mancer. The Chamber …
Celebrating Life & Providing Cancer Survivor Resources: St. Vincent’s Birmingham
Healthy Living St. Vincent’s Health System hosted a National Cancer Survivors Day event on Sunday, June 4 to commemorate National Cancer Survivors Day. Cancer survivors and their families were invited to attend the event held at St. Vincent’s Birmingham Bruno Conference Center. The celebration marked the 30th annual National Cancer Survivors Day®. Thousands of people …
The Probate Process: What Happens When You Die
Legal Matters  Most people know they should have a Last Will and Testament. What they do not know is what happens after the testator (the person) dies. A Will does not avoid the probate process. Instead, it works to make the process easier for the Personal Representative (also called the “Executor”). Of course, it …
Itchy Pets? Let’s Talk Why & How to Treat Them
Two by 2 Does your dog or cat itch? Are they obsessive about licking paws or scratching other areas? Seem to have numerous ear infections? Occasional itching is a fact of life for pets – especially dogs. Frequent or constant itching, however, may be a sign of a skin disease or allergies. If treatment is not started …
Area Youth Ambassadors to the World
Youth News We are accustomed to think of today’s youth as rash, impulsive and given to desultory grandeur. However, today’s Christian young adults are living in the same tension most of us deal with daily: a pressure to live a life for Christ in a western world that is increasingly secular and at best haunted …
“Successful Shred Day!”
Photo Fun Vision Financial recently hosted its 4th Annual Shred Day which gave area residents a safe, free way to dispose of sensitive documents they no longer needed and recycle electronics. The event benefited Gone for Good, a division of United Ability, formerly United Cerebral Palsy.
“Youth Group of the Year”
Photo Fun Ronald McDonald Charities of Alabama named Prince of Peace Catholic School students “Youth Group of the Year.” The middle schoolers volunteered at Ronald McDonald (RM) House in Birmingham for the past two school years and raised almost $8,000 for the charity through bake sales, car washes, jewelry sales and other fundraisers. “I’ve never …
Cooling Off at Pelham Palooza
Photo Fun As a part of the City of Pelham’s family fun event, “Pelham Palooza,” visitors enjoyed free ice skating and so much more inside the Pelham Civic Complex, www.pelhampalooza.live.
Remembering Gospel Greats, RW Blackwood & Bill Lyles
Music Notes Gospel music fans and anyone with an interest in music history are in for an incredible treat Friday June 30 at the Samford Wright Center. The Blackwood Quartet, featuring Ron and Mark Blackwood, will present a “Blackwood Brothers Memorial Concert” remembering RW Blackwood and Bill Lyles. June 30 marks 63 years since the …
