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June 2026 Giveaways

May 29, 2026

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. 1. 4 Tickets to watch the Birmingham Barons play at Regions Field. Enter on both Facebook & Instagram to double your chances!    Instagram. To enter, simply …

Hurricane George

May 27, 2026

The Great Outdoors Hannah and I were married at The Cottle House in Andalusia, Ala. in 1998, the first “event” ever held at the now well-loved venue. The old house, restored by her parents, George and Brenda Gantt, stood proud on Gantt land, full of vintage charm and Southern grit. George had poured himself into …

A Firm Foundation & Heavenly Sunlight

May 27, 2026

The Home Front Everyone needs the good Lord and a dose of Oak Grove in their life…What do I mean by that? Well, Oak Grove Baptist Church is where I grew up, sitting on a wooden pew wedged between my two sisters, trying not to wiggle or giggle as we sang hymns and listened as …

From Birmingham to D.C., Riley Campbell Faces Adversity with Faith & Purpose

May 27, 2026

Cover Story At first glance, Riley Campbell may seem like any other recent high school graduate; she’s thinking about college, spending time with friends, and dreaming about the future. But beneath that typical image is a story steeped in resilience, faith, and a determination to make a difference. Diagnosed with Friedreich’s Ataxia (FA) in late …

Dopey: The Ultimate Good Boy

May 27, 2026

The Family Pet Hi, my name is Dopey. I bet you read my name and thought, “Oh… bless his heart.”  Let’s stop right there. It might be hapless branding, but I am a pretty cool dog. My moniker is hilariously misleading! It’s just that Snow White is my mother’s name. Having attended classes at Dog …

Not Cute! Do Spousal Quirks Annoy You?

May 26, 2026

Special Feature What gets on your nerves? Is it the relentless gnat that invades your personal space? Perhaps it’s the chirp… chirp…chirp of a smoke detector. Maybe the clanking of forks at dinner sends chills down your spine. Often, it’s the small annoyances that cause your eye to twitch. Couples bring quirks into marriage. These …

Expanding the Mission: Grace Klein Community

May 26, 2026

Mission Makers Grace Klein Community (GKC) is expanding its mission to lessen systemic poverty and strengthen community relationships through the opening of a new hub location in Pinson, Ala. The partnership with Transformation Community establishes a unified, Kingdom-focused collaboration designed to increase food recovery, deepen community engagement, and support holistic transformation across the state. The …

Get to Know Pastor Miles Fidell: All Christ Church

May 26, 2026

Church Leaders “Christ is all! Christ is in all!” While this call to action from Colossians 3:11 has only concluded All Christ Church’s (ACC) sermons since 2026, the sentiment has been present in the church’s intentions since its inception in 2014.  A newlywed navigating his 20’s with his wife, Courtney, Miles Fidell felt called by …

Celebrating God’s Faithfulness at Big Oak Ranch

May 26, 2026

Miracle Moments Brought to you by: Community Partner Molly Maid of Birmingham, mollymaid.com/birmingham “Your faithfulness continues through all generations; you established the earth, and it endures.” Psalm 119:90  Each spring, graduation gives families a chance to pause and thank God for how far He has brought their children. This season carries that same joy for …

More Than Wiring: Understanding Mental Health & the Possibility of Healing

May 26, 2026

Healthy Living Brought to you by: Community Partner Still Waters Counseling and Education Center, www.mystillwaters.org We all face mental health challenges at times, just as we all experience physical challenges. A hard season, a loss, or ongoing pressure can leave us feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or discouraged. Often, these symptoms pass. But sometimes they do not. Sometimes …

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