Laurie Stroud
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 …
The Beauty of God: Preaching, Worship & the Arts Conference
Special Feature On October 24-25, pastors, worship leaders, visual artists and musicians are invited to join in learning from and interacting with a diverse group of experienced practitioners and speakers who will focus attention on the beauty of the Triune God whom Christian people gather to worship and adore. Worship, informative talks, breakout sessions, meals …
Sav-A-Life Dedicates Third Clinic Location!
Mission Makers For over 40 years, Sav-A-Life has been committed to empowering women in Alabama to choose life. Each year, 9,000 women in Alabama believe that abortion is the only solution to an unplanned pregnancy. Sav-A-Life is the largest pregnancy care center in the Birmingham Metropolitan Area and is dedicated to putting an end to …
Exciting New Shows on 93.7 WDJC!
Music Notes Triumphant new morning and afternoon shows are premiering on legacy Christian music radio station, 93.7 FM WDJC, on June 13! After two years, A Closer Look with Russell P and Jessica is getting a new name and time. The award-winning afternoon duo will permanently move to mornings, Monday-Saturday from 5 a.m.-10 a.m., making …
2022 VBS Opportunities in Birmingham
Looking for Vacation Bible School (VBS) opportunities happening this summer in and around Birmingham? Check out the great options in the list below! Click on the links for more information. June 3-5 HayDay VBS at Indian Springs First Baptist Church June 6-10 The Hope Awakens at Shades Mountain Baptist Church June 6-10 Treasured, Discovering You’re …
Resolving Conflict in the Workplace
Business Today Conflict. We all deal with it! When it comes to resolving conflict, the first place we must look is ourselves because that’s all we have control over. While work isn’t the only place we deal with conflict, and our reaction to it, a past work situation I dealt with came to mind. When …
Being Wise in a Volatile Investment Market
Money Matters If you’ve been watching the news lately, you’ve probably noticed that the stock market has been on a bit of a roller coaster ride. With concerning headlines on your favorite news channel, and the balance of your investment accounts fluctuating, it can be easy to become anxious. However, it’s important to remain focused …
