Laurie Stroud
Consumed by Hate, Redeemed by Love
Best Books In the spring of 1969, in Meridian, Mississippi, Temple Beth Israel synagogue was bombed by the White Knights of the Ku Klux Klan, a right-wing terrorist organization. Several weeks later, Meyer Davidson, a prominent Jewish leader of the city, infuriated white supremacists by denouncing the Klan and raising money for information leading to …
Moving Beyond Self
Encouraging Word Because of our inherited sin nature, we have an inclination to sin. Our biggest sin is that of being selfish (worshiping self) instead of worshiping God. Psalm 2:11 tells us, “Worship the Lord with reverence…” and Deuteronomy 6:13 says we are to worship only God. In Matthew 6:24 we learn, “No one can …
Estate Plans are For the Living
Legal Matters Presented by: Bradford & Holliman, Estate Planning, www.bradfordholliman.com A complete estate plan is for the “autumn” of your life- so much more than a will or trust to handle the distribution of your belongings after your death. Power of attorney. If you are temporarily in the hospital after an accident or a fall, you …
Essential Windows Software Updates You Need to Know About
Special Feature Brought to you by: Sawyer Solutions, www.sawyersolutionsllc.com On January 14, 2020, Microsoft will officially discontinue support for both Windows 7 and Windows Server 2008. This means that no new updates will be released for them, including security updates, though you can continue to operate the software. Why you should care: Any equipment that …
How to Handle Market Volatility
Money Matters presented by: Vision Financial Group, www.vision-financialgroup.com Conventional wisdom says that what goes up, must come down. But even if you view market volatility as a normal occurrence, it can be tough to handle when it’s your money at stake. Though there’s no foolproof way to handle the ups and downs of the stock …
New Source of Transportation for Area Senior Adults
Senior Scene As we at Brookdale University Park, a Continuing Care Retirement Community, celebrate our 20th Anniversary this year, we continue to be committed to providing service based on excellence and compassion. We know that these are traits of our service as an established senior living community our residents have come to expect. In order …
How Do Your Windows Rate?
Our House Brought to you by: Community Partner Hinkle Roofing, www.HinkleRoofing.com When it comes to your windows, you want them to be as energy-efficient as possible. In fact, most homeowners are looking for ways to keep their utility costs as low as they can. With a whole-window performance rating, you can determine if a window …
YBL & WBL: Transforming the Marketplace by Winning Men & Women to Christ
Special Feature Young Business Leaders (YBL) Fall Breakfast Friday, October 18, 2019 The Harbert Center, 2019 4th Ave North, Birmingham AL 35203 Serving Line opens at 6 a.m., Program 6:30-7:30 a.m. You are invited to come and join YBL at our fall breakfast! Joel Manby will be our featured guest and speaker. Joel’s leadership roles …
Be a Birmingham Christian Family 2020 College Scholarship Sponsor!
Reach Families in Central Alabama! Sponsors have the unique opportunity to receive print, digital, radio and social media coverage through May 2020 which will reach families in the five-county Birmingham area. In addition, sponsors will be seen by students and parents viewing scholarship details and students completing the scholarship application online at BirminghamChristian.com. Sponsor Benefits: …
Area Student Receives President’s Volunteer Service Award
Education Extra Maggie Von Hagel, a 7th grade student at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic (OLS) School, was honored for her exemplary volunteer service with a President’s Volunteer Service Award. The award, which recognizes Americans of all ages who have volunteered significant amounts of their time to serve their communities and their country, was granted …
