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Renewal in The New Year
Healthy Living Brought to you by: Community Partner Still Waters Counseling & Education Center, www.mystillwaters.org A new year often begins with a lot of noise—resolutions, plans, and lists. But beneath it all, most of us are craving something quieter: peace, spiritual prosperity, and a fresh sense of who we are and what our purpose is. …
January 2026 Giveaways
January Reader GIVEAWAYS! Tired of holiday cooking? Eat out on us! 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 GIFT CARDS to TWO GREAT RESTAURANTS! #1 $50 Gift Card to Jefferson’s in Hoover #2 $50 Gift Card …
What Motivates You?
Publisher’s Note Over the past 18 months we have had the opportunity to share each Wednesday through our social media a “Midweek Motivation.” The idea behind this was to give you, our Birmingham Christian Family(BCF) community, a snippet of encouragement as you face the challenges of everyday life. We have compiled some wonderful words of …
Bring a Taste of Joy to Local Boarding Home Residents
Special Feature Friday December 19 and Monday December 22, 2025 you have the opportunity to spread Christmas cheer among those in our community who cannot be with family during the holidays. United Way Area Agency on Aging (UWAAA) is collecting donations of store-bought holiday cakes, cookies and pies to deliver to seniors in long-term care …
Reflections on Happiness: In a Broken and Chaotic World
Best Books Give the gift of wisdom! Reflections on Happiness: In a Broken and Chaotic World, by Richard E. Simmons III explores the true meaning of happiness and why so many people today struggle to find it. We live in such prosperity, in a country where we are free to pursue our dreams. Yet, disappointment …
Editorial Calendar 2026
JANUARY: Resources to meet the physical, emotional and spiritual needs of the family Education Resource Guide Where can you serve in 2026? FEBRUARY: Home & Garden Issue Heart & Dental Health Easter Prep (Ash Wednesday 2/18) MARCH: Spreading the Good News of Easter (Easter 4/5) Spring Sprucing Summer Camp & Vacation Options APRIL: Ways to …
2025 Christmas Services & Events
Special Feature Looking for Christmas services and events to attend this holiday season? Click on the links below for details on great local options. December 3: Advent Midweek Service with Lutheran Church of Vestavia Hills December 7: Christmas at the Miracle Diner December 10: Advent Midweek Service with Lutheran Church of Vestavia Hills December 14: …
Jingle All the Way Reader Give-A-Ways Continue
Publisher’s Note Merry Christmas to You- Our Readers! As we celebrate the season, all of us at Birmingham Christian Family wanted to do something special for readers like you who read and spread Good News with your family and friends each month- either sharing a print issue or reading and sharing one of our articles …
The Faithful Art of Hospitality: Tyler & Anna Nash
Cover Story Christmastime is the busiest social season of the year, filled with family gatherings and work and social get-togethers. While the social obligations during December are some of the most exciting parts of the holiday season, they also provide Christians with the unique opportunity to model Christ’s love and care for others. Birmingham’s Tyler …
