Laurie Stroud
The Lord Roars
Best Books Around the 8th century BC, God raised up several prophets to address the crisis confronting His people. Among them were Amos, Micah, and Isaiah. Their ancient prophetic message, now enshrined in our scriptures, voiced God’s love and frustration for a nation that claimed Yahweh as their God, offered him sacrifices, sang his praises, observed holy …
Engaging Your Neighborhood This Halloween
Parenting Points Halloween is October’s national holiday, yet for some Christians, Halloween is taboo. Due to the evil nature of the day with ghosts, goblins, and devils, many Christians have sought to avoid the day by either turning off all the lights to hide from kids in costumes or running down to the local church …
Is There a Place for Competition in Marriage?
Special Feature Sloping horizons bejeweled in dazzling colors, crisp northern winds announce the arrival of fall. And with it comes football—heroes of the gridiron battle for pride and championships. Rivalries in stadium seats and den recliners are just as intense. Healthy competition can be exhilarating and rewarding in sports. But what about marriage? Can competition …
Fitness with a Flair
Healthy Living Shoulder rolls, hip swivels, and wrist twirls are some of the fun moves in the Foundation Fitness class happening in Valleydale Church’s gym on Mondays and Thursdays. The class, taught by Gina Howell and Kathy Raymond, combines exercise, fellowship, and lots of fun. Ladies (most of whom are not members of Valleydale) meet …
October Giveaways
October Reader 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. 3 WINNERS! 2 Tickets ($30 Value) to Christmas Village, November 3-6 at the BJCC, www.ChristmasVillageFestival.com. LIKE and COMMENT on the Giveaway …
What’s in a Name?
Publisher’s Note “…give him the name Jesus, because he will save his people from their sins.” Matthew 1:21 As I watched with billions of other people from around the world the state funeral service of Queen Elizabeth II at Westminster Abbey, I heard many prayers said. They all ended with- “…in the name of Jesus …
Now Open: Proveer at Grande View
Senior Scene Proveer at Grande View provides the Hoover community with a vibrant, upscale and modern senior living community. The word “proveer” means to provide. With Proveer at Grande View, that is their purpose. The staff at Proveer has dedicated themselves to understanding the needs of seniors who call their community home, the desires of …
Ask Your CPA About How You Can Make a Difference
Education Extra Brought to you by: Community Partner Scholarships for Kids The Scholarships for Kids team are planners that take the responsibility of planning the futures of the students they serve very seriously. The community model of Scholarships for Kids offers students, parents, schools, and taxpayers ‘an in’ on one of the greatest opportunities to …
Called to Lead: Jimmie Hale Mission’s New Executive Director
Mission Makers The Jimmie Hale Mission (JHM) welcomed Perryn Carroll as their new executive director in the fall of 2022. While this was a new position for her, Carroll is no stranger to the Birmingham-based ministry founded in 1944 to share God’s life-changing love with others by serving the homeless. Carroll has served with JHM in …
Business as Mission: The Lions’ Den
Special Feature Are you a business owner interested in learning how you can use your business as a mission to advance God’s Kingdom? What about an investor looking for Kingdom focused investment opportunities? You’re invited to The Lions’ Den event happening on October 13, 2022, at Samford University at 4 p.m. Participants will learn from …
