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OLS Students Provide Support to Teacher Affected by Fultondale Tornado
Education Extra Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic School (OLS) students recently answered the call of service to help someone very close to their hearts. When 8th grade teacher Mrs. Renee Williams’ home was destroyed by the EF-3 tornado that ripped through Fultondale, the school immediately stepped in to help. They created a fundraiser for the …
How to Pick Supplements that are Safe, Effective & Right for You
Healthy Living Are you one of the 70% of adults in the United States who take a nutritional supplement? More than likely you or someone you know is currently taking a vitamin or other daily supplement. As you have probably noticed, there are endless brands and options when it comes to choosing a supplement and …
Do You Need a Home Inspection?
Our House During this popular time of buying and selling homes, do you need a home inspection performed? Do you have concerns about having a home inspection during the pandemic? Tony Ponder of Higher Ground Inspections, LLC explains that even though the essence of home inspections is the same, the way they are currently conducted …
Creating an Oasis in Your Own Backyard
Our House Brought to you by: Community Partner DSLD Land Management, DSLDland.com “We love the outdoors and spending countless hours in our backyard. Now we have another reason to enjoy it,” exclaims Chase and Dilma Carter of Chelsea, Ala. The couple just added the first ever Desjoyaux saltwater pool in Central Alabama built and installed …
Bryan Stevenson: Do Justice, Love Mercy, Walk Humbly
Cover Story There’s a courtroom scene in Just Mercy, the widely acclaimed film based on the bestselling book by Bryan Stevenson, in which the lawyer fights for a case to be dropped against an unjustly accused Monroeville, Ala. black man. In the argument, the lawyer played by Michael B. Jordan forcibly proclaims: “That’s not law. …
Dressed for History
Education Extra Studying history has never been more fun for these third graders at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic School in Homewood! Each student researched, wrote a report, and dressed as a historical figure for a special presentation to their class. The project is designed to help develop and strengthen their academic skills in a …
Tour Style Golf & Life Changing Fellowship: Step by Step Golf
Special Feature Attention golfers! Have you heard about the Step by Step Golf tournaments in Central Alabama? Golfers of all levels are welcome to join the tournaments and enjoy fellowship while growing in faith. The tagline of Step by Step Golf is “where golfers of all skill levels experience life on tour and life-changing fellowship,” …
Using “PACES for Parents” to Protect Your Teenagers from Substance Abuse
Parenting Points All teenagers face temptation and peer pressure with alcohol, marijuana, and other drugs. The risk is higher when issues like insecurity, anxiety, or depression amplify their need to fit in or feel better for a while. The question parents should ask themselves is: Will I protect my kids from the risks they will …
Serving Area Children in Need: Prince of Peace Coat Drive
Church Leaders Thanks to the generosity of Prince of Peace Catholic(POP) Parish parishioners and residents of The Preserve and Ross Bridge neighborhoods, 400 children are warm and enjoying their new winter coats. In December, POP’s weekender backpack ministry leaders found out that many young students at Holy Family Academy and St. Barnabas School did not …
Families Living With Mission
Mission Makers While knee deep in successful business ventures, we found ourselves merely surviving and wanting more. We began to see that no amount of money or achievement led to true fulfillment. Rather, the way from surviving to thriving is through living in unity with God, Family, and Mission. Being a Kingdom Builder isn’t about …
