Laurie Stroud
Shark Tank’s Manuel & Geiszel Godoy: Business Built by Faith
Cover Story When Manuel and Geiszel Godoy appeared on the “Shark Tank” television show to pitch their unique business plan, their excitement exuded through the screen. Their passion for diverse storytelling impressed the show’s celebrity judges and increased the visibility of their already-successful business. Today, the Birmingham area born-and-bred married couple continues to follow their …
Advertising God
Special Feature As an advertiser in this magazine, we have so many things to be thankful for. We have organizations that are located in the greatest country on earth and enjoy the greatest freedoms of any country on earth. Among those freedoms is the chance to worship God and proclaim the name of Jesus as …
Promises Kept
Miracle Moments Brought to you by: Community Partner Molly Maid of Birmingham, www.mollymaid.com/birmingham “I sought the Lord, and He answered me; He delivered me from all my fears.” Psalm 34:4 I arrived at Big Oak Girls’ Ranch at the end of my 8th grade year as a very angry and sad adolescent. I was angry …
The Student Life Application Bible
Best Books During the next few weeks there will a multitude of young graduates who will start the journey into adulthood. Some will continue their education, some will join the workforce, some will start a family. The decisions they make within the next few years will impact the trajectory of their life for decades. As …
Rooted Joy
Best Books The secret to a more joyful life might surprise you. Relationships. It’s that simple. The more rooted your relationship with Christ and deeper your connection with others, the more your joy will increase. Those who have strong relationships live a happier and more fulfilled life. In Rooted Joy: Prioritizing Your Connection to Christ …
May 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! To get yourself ready for summertime fun, we have a $75 Trak Shak Gift Card you can use at any area Trak Shak, www.trakshak.com. …
How Drinking Water Can Help Your Mental Health
Healthy Living I just completed a month-long fasting and health challenge, during which we focused on simple habits. I am always blown away at how implementing healthy habits can transform my mental health and physical health! One thing that stood out to me was the importance of drinking water. As the weather warms up here in Birmingham, staying …
3 Significant Ways Caregivers Can Help Seniors Stay Independent
Senior Scene According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 72 million Americans will be 65 years of age by 2030. That number is expected to reach 83.7 million by 2050. While advances in medical science are clearly helping people live well into their 80s, 90s, and beyond, longevity brings its own set …
Inside Brookdale’s Dining Program
Senior Scene In our prime of life, we can have as many as 10,000 taste buds. But by age 70, many older adults have lost two out of three taste buds.1 The sense of taste deteriorates, often reducing the joy and desire associated with food. Plus, chronic conditions such as diabetes, Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s, as …
