Laurie Stroud
Bring a Taste of Joy to Local Boarding Home Residents
Special Feature Friday December 19 and Monday December 22, 2025 you have the opportunity to spread Christmas cheer among those in our community who cannot be with family during the holidays. United Way Area Agency on Aging (UWAAA) is collecting donations of store-bought holiday cakes, cookies and pies to deliver to seniors in long-term care …
Reflections on Happiness: In a Broken and Chaotic World
Best Books Give the gift of wisdom! Reflections on Happiness: In a Broken and Chaotic World, by Richard E. Simmons III explores the true meaning of happiness and why so many people today struggle to find it. We live in such prosperity, in a country where we are free to pursue our dreams. Yet, disappointment …
Editorial Calendar 2026
JANUARY: Resources to meet the physical, emotional and spiritual needs of the family Education Resource Guide Where can you serve in 2026? FEBRUARY: Home & Garden Issue Heart & Dental Health Easter Prep (Ash Wednesday 2/18) MARCH: Spreading the Good News of Easter (Easter 4/5) Spring Sprucing Summer Camp & Vacation Options APRIL: Ways to …
2025 Christmas Services & Events
Special Feature Looking for Christmas services and events to attend this holiday season? Click on the links below for details on great local options. December 3: Advent Midweek Service with Lutheran Church of Vestavia Hills December 7: Christmas at the Miracle Diner December 10: Advent Midweek Service with Lutheran Church of Vestavia Hills December 14: …
Jingle All the Way Reader Give-A-Ways Continue
Publisher’s Note Merry Christmas to You- Our Readers! As we celebrate the season, all of us at Birmingham Christian Family wanted to do something special for readers like you who read and spread Good News with your family and friends each month- either sharing a print issue or reading and sharing one of our articles …
The Faithful Art of Hospitality: Tyler & Anna Nash
Cover Story Christmastime is the busiest social season of the year, filled with family gatherings and work and social get-togethers. While the social obligations during December are some of the most exciting parts of the holiday season, they also provide Christians with the unique opportunity to model Christ’s love and care for others. Birmingham’s Tyler …
16 Ways to Give Back on Giving Tuesday & Beyond
Special Feature Giving Tuesday is December 2, 2025. Check out these 16 great local ministries and non-profits you can help Giving Tuesday and beyond. 1. American Village- Help this nationally pioneering classroom and American History and civics education center in Montevallo, Ala. continue to engage and inspire students in experience-based academic programs related to American …
