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Are You in Like with Your Spouse?
Special Feature “I married you for life, but not for lunch” is a popular joke among some senior couples as they enter retirement. The quote is attributed to Lou Scott-Joynt from a talk made in 2008. Her speech weaves a tapestry of sad and whimsical stories from married couples in retirement. The captivating message crescendos …
Deepen Your Faith at Ave Maria Grotto
Are We There Yet? Are you looking for opportunities to learn more about the history of the faith? Look no further than the Ave Maria Grotto in Cullman, Ala. where you will find 125 intricate structures depicting the Ten Commandments, the crucifixion, the resurrection and much more. Roger Steele, Director of the Ave Maria Grotto, explains …
March 2024 Reader Giveaways
March Reader Giveaways 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 this month! Enter to win a FAMILY FOUR PACK of TICKETS to a Birmingham Bulls Hockey Game at …
Place a Stake in the Ground: Celebration of Life with Natalie Brumfield
Special Feature Be inspired by author, speaker, adoptive mom and foster parent Natalie Brumfield at Sav-A-Life’s Annual Celebration of Life event on March 19, 2024, at The Club in Birmingham. The theme of the event, “place a stake in the ground” to help women and men facing unplanned pregnancies throughout metro Birmingham is inspired by …
Are You Prepared to Vote Tuesday March 5, 2024?
Special Feature The next opportunity for Alabama citizens to exercise their right to vote is Tuesday March 5, 2024. “I want to encourage all eligible Alabama citizens to register to vote and to exercise this constitutional right,” said Secretary of State Wes Allen. “Voter participation in safe, secure, and transparent elections is critical to the …
Local Pastor & Renowned Apologist Defend the Faith Together
Church Leaders Pastor Madison Roberts didn’t plan to be a pastor. In fact, before going to seminary, his career path included being an engineer and attorney. After being a practicing attorney for 12 years, he was inspired by the book The Case for Christ by renowned author and Christian apologist Lee Strobel. While teaching a Sunday …
Walt Merrell’s Lessons from the Father, and the Wife
The Great Outdoors Snow fell heavily that blustery February night. Hannah and I had only been married a year or so, and we were still caught somewhere between adventurous college students filled with puppy love and established married folks who made budgets and paid bills on time. Centerville was halfway between her work at the …
Winter Weather Checklist
The Home Front Winter home maintenance is not only about preserving the integrity of your property but also about creating a comfortable and appealing space for potential buyers. As the winter season continues, I want to empower my clients to enjoy the warmth of their homes while protecting their most significant investment. Here is a quick …
It’s a Life Saver: One-Spoon Cocoa Brownies
The Home Front When you think of chocolate, you may think of love, friendship, and happiness in a delightful concoction that brings joy. That is most especially true in February. On Valentine’s Day, we show our love by giving chocolate to our beloved. And we know that chocolate has health benefits, and it’s a strong …
Home Tips, Cooking Tips & More at the Birmingham Home Show
Special Feature The 50th Annual Birmingham Home Show will feature hundreds of top local experts with the latest home products and services, special guest Ati Williams from Netflix’s Hack My Home and a cooking stage with a lineup of chefs that include none other than Birmingham Christian Family cover story and contributor Danna Standridge. The …
