Laurie Stroud
Celebrating 21 Years of Good News
Cover Story This Month We Celebrate Our 21st Year Of Publishing Birmingham Christian Family. Here’s a look at just a few of our most popular cover stories. Using your device you can access each story directly using the QR code. Or if you prefer, simply visit www.BirminghamChristian.com/Issues and scroll to read your favorites online. October …
The Triumph & Transition of Graduation
Parenting Points Graduation is a moment where the triumph of completion and the challenge of transition collide. As a parent, you have spent many days wondering if this time would ever come for your senior. All the lectures about grades have paid off. All the teenage drama of high school begins to fade into distant …
Local Grads Share Their Faith: 2021 College Scholarship Winner & Finalists
Special Feature Congratulations to Liz Lewis from SMIC Academy, the recipient of the Fourth Annual Birmingham Christian Family (BCF) scholarship! Lewis receives a $1000 scholarship to the college of her choice. Read her inspiring words about how her faith impacted her during her high school years. “Throughout my high school career, my Christian faith has …
Seniors Cannot Afford to be Ostriches
Legal Matters Brought to you by: Community Partner Bradford & Holliman You need a current estate plan- not one from three decades ago. Don’t be an ostrich refusing to face the fact that you might get really sick and die. Remember the acronym MEGO which means “my eyes glaze over?” We all have certain triggers …
To God be the Glory: Jeff Davis, MD Shares His Victory over Severe Covid
Miracle Moments Brought to you by: Molly Maid of Birmingham, mollymaid.com/birmingham “You restored me to health and let me live. Surely it was for my benefit that I suffered such anguish. In your love you kept me from the grave.” Isaiah 38:16-17 In 2020, I went on a journey I would never have chosen to go …
Curb Appeal… Is It Really Important?
Our House Selling a home can be very taxing, but the final touches you do are what cause your home to stand out beyond your competition and sell for top dollar. Curb appeal is crucial for a first impression, so get your gloves, wheelbarrow, spade, pressure washer, and joyful spirit ready! Remember, the effort you put in …
Replenishing from the Storms of Life
Every Family Deserves Hope I have lived in Alabama for nearly fifty years. Growing up in this state comes with certain expectations and things to anticipate. We are required to choose an allegiance when it comes to college football. Pollen season is always going to be severe and our four weather seasons often just blend …
Before You Claim Social Security
Money Matters Brought to you by: Community Partner Vision Financial Group Whether you want to leave work at 62, 67, or 72, claiming the retirement benefits you are entitled to by federal law is no casual decision. You will want to consider a few key factors first. 1. How long do you think you will …
