Laurie Stroud
Brave Hearts, Strong Arms
Best Books “I just hit fifty. Every dream I’ve had, I’ve achieved—and more. And yet I feel empty.” The man across the table had everything. The businesses. The trophies. The lunch invitations from everyone in town. And he was asking a former Alabama linebacker why none of it had worked. Jerry Leachman had a word …
See Yourself the Way God Does with To Live
Best Books In a world that constantly tells women to measure their worth by appearance, achievements, or the approval of others, it’s easy to lose sight of the identity God has already given us. In To Live, author Moriah J. Hagel invites readers on a transformative 42-day journey through the book of Philippians, helping them …
A Sneak Peek at the Fun in Store: Celebrate the Family Expo 2026
Special Feature Grab your family and friends and join us for the 7th Annual Celebrate the Family Expo brought to you by White Lily on Saturday, September 12, 2026 at the Hoover Metropolitan Complex’s Finley Center. Enjoy free family fun, great giveaways, and delicious food while you learn about resources that can help you and …
New Season, New Calling: Still Waters’ Hunter Wright
Healthy Living Brought to you by: Community Partner Still Waters Counseling and Education Center, mystillwaters.org The Still Waters Counseling and Education Center team is a group of licensed professional therapists who offer Christian counseling for those seeking a faith-integrated approach. The team is trained in a variety of research-based treatment methods, including CBT, DBT, EMDR, …
Butterfly Release & Mahjong with the Norma Livingston Ovarian Cancer Foundation
Special Feature Did you know ovarian cancer is the 5th deadliest cancer among women, accounting for more deaths than any other cancer of the female reproductive system? The American Cancer Society estimates that in 2026, about 22,000 women will be diagnosed with ovarian cancer and over 14,000 women will die from this disease. The signs …
Come Celebrate with Us!
Publisher’s Note As we celebrate the completion of our 26th year of publishing, we invite you to come and celebrate with us at our 7th Annual Celebrate the Family Expo brought to you by White Lily. Saturday September 12, 2026, at the Hoover Met Complex Finley Center enjoy four full hours of free fun activities …
Local Student Attends the U.S. Naval Academy Summer STEM Program
Education Extra Isabella Painter (BB), an 8th-grade graduate from Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic School, was selected to attend the prestigious United States (U.S.) Naval Academy Summer STEM Program in Annapolis, Maryland, earning a place in one of the nation’s most competitive academic enrichment camp programs for rising 9th-11th grade students interested in science, technology, …
Inspiration in the Kitchen: ALFA Farmers Celebrity Chef Stage Lineup
Special Feature Need some inspiration in the kitchen? The Celebrate the Family Expo brought to you by White Lily will once again welcome Alabama chefs onto the ALFA Farmers Celebrity Chef Stage hosted by Janice Rogers of WBRC 6 News. Five chefs will share some of their favorite recipes with the audience, answer questions, and …
7th Annual Celebrate the Family Expo Media Coverage
The Birmingham Christian Family (BCF) team partnered with local media outlets to spread the word about the 2026 Celebrate the Family Expo brought to you by White Lily on September 12, 2026 at the Hoover Met Complex’s Finley Center. BCF Publisher Laurie Franklin joined Janice Rogers on the set of Good Day Alabama on August 4, 2026 to discuss …
August Community Buzz
Community Buzz VBS for ALL AGES! Westwood Baptist Church in Alabaster recently hosted Senior Adult Vacation Bible School. About 150 senior adults attended for worship, entertainment, activities, crafts and of course snacks. The theme for the week was “In God We Trust” honoring America’s 250th. Kudos! Congratulations to Thaxter Pittman, owner of Total Power Electric …
