Laurie Stroud
Growth in Unexpected Places at Big Oak
Miracle Moments Brought to you by: Molly Maid of Birmingham, www.mollymaid.com/birmingham “’For I know the plans I have for you,’ declares the Lord, ‘plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you a hope and a future.’” Jeremiah 29:11 Growing up without a biological mother and father really hurt, but looking …
John Kemp & the Lakeshore Foundation: Teaching the World about Disabilities
Cover Story When the World Games come to Birmingham for two weeks in July, the world will get a taste of what makes the Magic City so special. For John Kemp, president and chief executive officer (CEO) of Lakeshore Foundation, that includes showcasing what his organization does best. The athletic competition (which takes place on …
The Tension of Money
Money Matters Brought to you by: OneAscent Wealth, www.oneascent.com Before joining the financial industry, I spent several years serving as a pastor. Throughout my preaching ministry, two things surprised me when it came to the Bible and money. The first was how frequently God’s Word speaks about money. Take the book of Proverbs for instance. …
Saluting Our Veterans on the 4th of July
Legal Matters Brought to you by: Community Partner Holliman & Holliman, www.bradfordholliman.com Veterans and their families make up nearly 400,000 of Alabama’s population which ranks 7th highest per capita in the nation. The Veterans Administration (VA), several non-profit and volunteer organizations, and VA-accredited Alabama elder law attorneys help veterans understand Alabama’s VA benefits. VA-accredited Alabama …
Far from Home: Discovering Your Identity as Foreigners on Earth
Best Books Born and raised in India, Mabel Ninan came to the US as a newlywed who was confident, equipped, and ready for adventure. But as the novelty of the experience faded, the struggle of living in an unfamiliar environment began to take its toll. She reached a breaking point and wrestled with questions about …
When Thoughts and Prayers Aren’t Enough
Best Books On a spring day in 2013, Taylor S. Schumann sat at her reception desk while daydreaming about her upcoming bridal shower. Just before lunchtime, an active shooter entered her building and randomly shot her from two feet away. She was one of 36,000 Americans injured or killed with a gun that year. In the …
Being a Home that Models Grace and Peace
Parenting Points Our current world is on edge. Division, finger pointing, and demonizing fill our news feeds. The only thing that we can agree on is our propensity to see our view as 100% correct and our opponent’s view as utterly flawed. We choose teams, draw lines, and feel justified in defending our opinion because …
Time for a Patio Makeover
Our House You know when one project leads to another? That’s what happened with my recent patio refresh. It all started with redoing my outdoor furniture that got destroyed by weather over the last few years. Our pergola isn’t covered so it suffered from rain and sun damage. I decided to use Flex Seal Liquid …
Important Questions & Answers About Car Wrecks & Injuries
Legal Matters Presented by: Frank S. Buck, P.C., Personal Injury 1. If I have a car wreck, do I need a lawyer? Yes! There are many obstacles in Alabama insurance law that an experienced lawyer who deals with these issues daily needs to navigate for you. It is important to know that an insurance adjuster …
Meet Lisa Franklin, M.D. of Henderson & Walton Women’s Center
Healthy Living Growing up, Dr. Lisa Franklin always had an interest in math and science. “I’ve always been interested in how the human body works,” Dr. Franklin says. After graduating from Jacksonville State University, this interest led her to attend medical school at the University of South Alabama. A native of Alexandria, Ala., she has …
