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Vacation Bible School Guide 2024
Are you looking for Vacation Bible School (VBS) opportunities in and around Birmingham? Here is a list of great local options. Click on the links below for details. June 3-7 Breaker Rock Beach VBS w/ Hunter Street Baptist Church Scuba Diving Into Friendship with God VBS w/ The Lutheran Church of Vestavia Hills The Armor …
Your True Reflection, Trade in What You See for What God Sees
Best Books Have you ever felt “less than”? Are you seeking to discover or further define the unique calling God has for your life? Reading the scripture based blessings and word studies found in Don Ankenbrandt’s new book, Your True Reflection, Trade in What You See for What God Sees, could be the game changer …
Cahaba River Eggspedition with Walt Merrell
The Great Outdoors I woke during the night… rain pitter-pattered on the tent top. A once soothing creek right behind our camp now gargled into the Cahaba River, as if it were angry. The slow, steady rain had swollen both creek and river. The noise likely wouldn’t have disturbed me had my air mattress not …
Passing It On with Grandma’s Rolling Pin
The Home Front One branch of my family arrived in the Alabama Territory in 1818. I am so thankful my ancestors realized that Alabama was our family’s promised land. Writing my cookbooks that celebrate the culinary heritage of Sweet Home Alabama has given me a beautiful gift. As I researched and wrote the stories, I …
Israeli-Gaza War Dogs Evacuated to Alabama
The Family Pet In March, Two by Two Animal Rescue received 17 dogs evacuated from the war-torn area of Israel and Gaza. The International Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals asked rescue organizations from all over the world to help. Two by Two Rescue was the only organization in Alabama to volunteer. Executive …
Family Prayer Walks: Strengthening Faith and Connection with God
Parenting Points Finding time to connect with God as a family can be challenging in a world filled with busyness and distractions. However, one simple yet powerful way to nurture faith and strengthen bonds within the family is through prayer walks. By combining physical activity with spiritual reflection, family prayer walks offer a unique opportunity …
What is Your Marriage Temperature?
Special Feature Have you considered all the things we measure with a thermometer? Assessing temperature is a normal part of life. We check the temperature of foods, our bodies, and the weather. Envision a thermometer with a sensor that calibrates and displays your marital health as hot, cold, or normal. Your assessment may involve inspecting …
Does Your Financial Plan Make Tax Sense?
Money Matters As the April tax deadline approaches, many households find themselves wondering if they are paying more taxes than necessary. Here are a few high-level concepts to keep in mind. Retirement planning: When allocating 401(k) or IRA contributions between Roth or traditional accounts, it can be difficult to know which is better. Assuming that …
