Laurie Stroud
The Dangers of Distracted Driving
Healthy Living Brought to you by: Community Partner Compact, compact2020.com What is distracted driving? Anything that takes your attention away from the task of driving safely is distracted driving. You cannot drive safely unless driving has your full attention. Any non-driving activity you engage in has the potential of being a distraction and increases your risk …
Walking in the Light: Foundry Ministries Women’s Program
Mission Makers “Give God the right to direct your life, and He will pull it off perfectly.” These are the words of Heather Dotson, who shared her story of restoration at the recent Foundry Ministries’ 19th Annual Hearts of Hope Banquet. The event celebrates the journey of transformation women go through in the Foundry Ministries …
Chosen to tell Jesus’ Story
Cover Story The Chosen has become a cultural phenomenon in recent years, with the filmed story of Jesus’ life engaging Christians and non-believers alike- and bringing families together in front of the screen. The fifth season of the hit show- which focuses on the events of Holy Week- debuts in theaters on March 28, 2025. …
Spring Time Pick Me Ups from T. Fox SalonSpa
Healthy Living Struggling with your hair this spring? Wanting healthier hair and an updated look? We’ve got you covered! T. Fox SalonSpa in Hoover is celebrating 16 years of specializing in hair care and offers these 4 Spring Time Tips: 1. Update your Color and Cut with Seasonal Trends 2. Hydrate Dry Hair with a …
March 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! Giddy Up! Enter to win a FAMILY FOUR PACK of TICKETS to a Birmingham Stallions Football Game at Protective Stadium($100 value), www.theufl.com. To enter …
On or Off the Path
The Great Outdoors Cape, our tall and confident 6-year-old middle daughter, stood up the hill from us watching curiously as I wrapped a chain around some shrubs. Banks, our youngest and a toddler at the time tumbled out from around the corner of the house like a clumsy puppy. She peeked around behind Cape to …
Southern Ingenuity & the Golden Egg
The Home Front The families of Alabama have seen many glory days in times past for which we are thankful. We have been blessed often with “times of plenty.” However, with Southern tenacity, true grit, and determination, our families have also made it through some mighty tough times. After visiting with my Great-Aunt Sue Shipp, …
It’s a Good Day to be a Teacher
Best Books Teachers, Refresh and Refocus Your Teaching Heart. Today’s educators face unprecedented challenges in and out of the classroom. Teachers, paraprofessionals, administrators, and special education teams need more than a few words of encouragement and a pat on the back. Divided into four terms- fall, winter, spring, and summer- It’s a Good Day to …
Are You Ready for Service
Special Feature You place an order at the drive-through, the cashier verifies it, you leave, and then realize something is missing. How do you respond? Do you go back and share a few choice words with the cashier, ask to speak with the manager, or conclude, “They are having a bad day,” and pray for …
4 Characteristics of a Christ Follower
Encouraging Word In Matthew 16:24, Jesus said a requirement to being a disciple was to follow Him. To follow means to go behind, to move in the same direction as someone, to accompany someone on a journey, and to pursue. I believe four things are necessary to follow Christ: faith in Christ; focus; forfeiting your …
