Laurie Stroud
Music from the Heart: The Blind Boys of Alabama
Cover Story The Blind Boys of Alabama–one of the country’s most treasured musical groups–will be part of the “Sweet Home 250” event on July 3-4, 2026 at American Village in Montevallo. For more than 85 years, the legendary Gospel group has inspired audiences around the world with songs of hope and perseverance. They have performed …
July Community Buzz
Community Buzz Recognizing outstanding Christian Service, Our Lady of Sorrows School Principal Mrs. Mary Jane Dorn is seen here with graduating eight grade students Michael Varagona and Amelia Pierce who were selected as recipients of the 2026 Outstanding Christian Service Award. They were chosen for exemplifying Christ-like values through their words, actions, and service to …
A Theology of Rest: What Summer Can Teach Us About Sabbath
Parenting Points Summer often arrives with great expectations, from vacations to camps to lists of desired activities. Even during a season designed for slowing down, many families find themselves just as busy as the rest of the year. Calendars fill quickly, and rest can become another item on the to-do list. But Scripture offers a …
A Conversation with Lead Pastor Bryan Alderman of Quarry Church
Church Leaders Each month, Birmingham Christian Family highlights a local church leader who is making a difference in our community. Quarry Church’s Lead Pastor Bryan Alderman has been shepherding his congregation since the church was replanted in 2024. 1. What did your journey look like to your current position in ministry? The Lord called me …
Freedom & Healing through Counseling: Meet Jerri Dobelstein, the Newest Counselor at Still Waters
Healthy Living Brought to you by: Community Partner Still Waters Counseling and Education Center, www.mystillwaters.org The team at Still Waters Counseling and Education Center is growing! Jerri Dobelstein recently received her Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Regent University and is now an Associate Licensed Counselor (ALC). She completed her clinical internship …
Called to Serve the Senior Community: Senior Helpers
Healthy Living Senior Helpers, located in Pelham, Ala., offers a wide variety of services for senior citizens and their families in Jefferson and Shelby counties. “We can do a little bit of everything is what I tell individuals,” Jessica Miller, owner of Senior Helpers, says. “We can help you with companion care. So, if you …
June 2026 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. 1. 4 Tickets to watch the Birmingham Barons play at Regions Field. Enter on both Facebook & Instagram to double your chances! Instagram. To enter, simply …
June Community Buzz
Community Buzz Faith & Family Night at the Birmingham Barons featured Birmingham Christian Family’s top scholarship winner. Come see us at the next one on June 26, 2026! The Chick-fil-A Cows joined us at the Magnolia Festival and confirmed they will be with us at the Celebrate the Family Expo, Saturday September 12, 2026 at …
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 …
