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Meet Mark Harvard: Morningstar Methodist Church’s New Pastor
Church Leaders Mark Harvard spent most of his adult life in media and ministry. “Over the years, I bounced back and forth, spending time in Top 40, Oldies, Country, and finally Christian radio, while also serving the Lord in communications, youth and children’s ministry, and as an associate pastor,” Harvard explained. It was not until …
Answer God’s Call
Encouraging Word Ephesians 4:1 says, “…I urge you to live a life worthy of the calling you have received.” Throughout Scripture, reference is made to God’s call. The word call means a summons or to attract someone’s attention; an attempt to reach someone. The Biblical meaning refers to God’s initiative to bring people to Christ …
Expanding Reach & Services for the Homeless: Jimmie Hale Mission
Mission Makers For more than 80 years, the Jimmie Hale Mission (JHM) has been a beacon of hope for the homeless population in Birmingham by providing food, shelter, and other services. JHM is now taking steps to expand their reach by adding a year-round emergency-plus shelter and service hub. “It will provide a safe place …
Local Ministry & Volunteers Bring Healing & Hope to Uganda
Mission Makers Birmingham nonprofit Sozo Children hosted volunteer doctors and nurses from Children’s of Alabama and UAB St. Vincents East. The group traveled to Sozo Village in Uganda to provide consulting, treatment, urgently needed medications and preventive care at no cost. An estimated 1700 people were helped during the two day medical camp. During the …
Silent Night: A Big Oak Ranch Tradition
Miracle Moments Brought to you by: Community Partner Molly Maid of Birmingham, www.mollymaid.com/birmingham “For to us a Child is born, to us a Son is given, and the government will be on His shoulders. And He will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.” Isaiah 9:6 Each December, the Big Oak …
God Adopted Us First
Best Books In God Adopted Us First, author and longtime adoption attorney Alice H. Murray invites readers into the heart of adoption—both earthly and divine. Drawing on more than 35 years of experience, Murray shares true, touching stories that reveal the challenges, miracles, and “God-winks” woven throughout the adoption journey. Each story is paired with …
Family Friendly Stories with a Message of Faith: Five Peaks Animation
Special Feature In a world with competing voices, it can be difficult to find family friendly videos to watch with the whole family. Five Peaks Animation saw a need for clean entertainment and created several video series for families including Milo’s Currents. Meet Milo. Milo the Manatee is a smooth-voiced crooner whose songs lift hearts …
Waiting Well: Teaching Children the True Meaning of Advent
Parenting Points In a world that moves at lightning speed, waiting is rarely celebrated. Yet, for Christians, waiting is at the heart of Advent — the sacred season that leads us toward Christmas. Advent invites us to slow down, reflect, and prepare our hearts for the coming of Christ. Teaching your children to “wait well” during this …
Days Well Spent
Christmas Gift Guide 2025 Consider giving a 2026 Wall Calendar from Sav-A-Life this holiday season. The precious calendar pictures are sure to make the receiver smile as they plan out the year. Each month features families positively impacted by the ministry and includes a monthly prayer and scripture. Pick up a calendar at the Sav-A-Life …
The Gift of a Fabulous Fragrance
Christmas Gift Guide 2025 Bash Boutique in Hoover is known for its stylish clothes offerings but it’s also the place you will find a fabulous fragrance gift. The Ambre Blends fragrance collection is a line of handcrafted, organic essences that blend beautifully with each wearer’s natural chemistry to create a truly one-of-a-kind aroma. For more …
