Laurie Stroud
Backpacks, Binders, & Burnout: When Back-to-School Becomes Too Much
Healthy Living It starts with a sale on crayons in aisle five- and suddenly, we’re spiraling. Lunchboxes, carpool calendars, school forms, snack sign-ups, and the dreaded “parent portal login.” Back-to-school season: that magical time when excitement collides with exhaustion… usually by mid-August. Whether you’re a parent, a teacher, or just someone trying to dodge the …
School Drop Offs: Sacred Times
Special Feature Bay’s first few days of school were usually smooth sailing. She marched confidently into kindergarten and even more proudly into first grade, plastic purse slung over her shoulder beside her mismatched backpack. Her smile beamed, and she strutted up the sidewalk like she owned the school. As she marched from the truck toward …
August 2025 Giveaways
TO SAY THANK YOU for reading and supporting the businesses and organizations that advertise with Birmingham Christian Family(BCF) and make spreading Good News possible we have TWO Great Giveaways this month. #1 A Family Four Packs of tickets to Alabama Adventure Amusement Park & Splash Adventure Water Park To enter, simply LIKE and COMMENT on …
Come Celebrate with Us: Celebrate the Family Expo 2025!
Publisher’s Note Birmingham Christian Family(BCF) is celebrating the completion of 25 years of spreading Good News in our community- that’s 300 monthly issues of the BCF magazine! We invite you to come and celebrate with us at the 6th Annual Celebrate the Family Expo. The event, packed with free activities for the whole family, is …
Packed & Ready for the Next Excursion!
The Great Outdoors Vacation, vacation, vacation. That’s what summer is all about, right? Whether you are spending time with the family at the beach soaking in the strong summer sun, or looking for that next hill to climb to check off your summer bucket list, you need to be prepared with the best-equipped luggage. Summer …
Investing with Heart: Find a Financial Advisor Who Shares Your Values
Money Matters When it comes to managing your money, there’s more to consider than just the bottom line. For many people, investing isn’t only about building wealth or reaching goals- it’s about making sure their dollars support charitable causes and principles that are in line with their closely held values. Whether your focus is on …
25 Years & more than 300 Issues of Good News: Always Pray & Never Give Up
Publisher’s Note “Then Jesus told his disciples a parable to show them that they should always pray and not give up.” Luke 18:1 (Parable of the Persistent Widow) God has given me the blessing of being a part of 301 monthly issues of Good News delivered right here in Central Alabama. He has also allowed …
Princess Rory: A Story of Grace, Redemption, and Second Chances
The Family Pet Princess Rory’s journey is nothing short of a miracle. As a stray mama with eight tiny puppies, she was compassionately taken in by a man who was homeless himself. Though he had little, he gave all he could. When one of the pups became critically ill, he turned to Two by Two Rescue in …
Hurricane George
The Great Outdoors Hannah and I were married at The Cottle House in Andalusia, Ala. in 1998, the first “event” ever held at the now well-loved venue. The old house, restored by her parents, George and Brenda Gantt, stood proud on Gantt land, full of vintage charm and Southern grit. George had poured himself into …
Built on Trust & Backed by the Guardian Guarantee: Guardian Fence Solutions
Our House At Guardian Fence Solutions, we don’t just build fences- we build trust, one post at a time. As Birmingham’s concierge-level fence company, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional craftsmanship, seamless customer service, and unmatched value. Every project is backed by our Guardian Guarantee, a promise of satisfaction, fairness, and superior standards that sets …
