Posts
Best Books
Thriving in Babylon Remember the days when we mobilized our churches as political weapons? Well, the war is over. We lost. And maybe we deserved to lose. Maybe we forgot that putting our faith in political power instead of the power of Pentecost is nothing less than idolatry. Maybe it’s time the Bride of Christ stopped …
Music Notes
Legendary Oak Ridge Boys in Birmingham When the Oak Ridge Boys take the stage in Birmingham on August 6, the patriotic spirit the band shares will be on full display along with their resilient faith that bass singer Richard Sterban says has kept the band going strong after 40 plus years of touring. The …
Parenting Points
Who Owns What? Practicing Good Stewardship as Children of God Giving children chores is a common practice, though it may not be as common now as it once was. We give children chores and jobs around the house to teach responsibility and stewardship. A parent will delegate certain things to their children, giving them parts …
Faith at Work
Actions Speak Louder than Words: Michael S. Anglin, DDS Dr. Michael Anglin, DDS began serving children in our community 23 years ago, specializing in pediatric and adolescent dentistry. Observing his Hoover practice, I noticed right away he is not what you would describe as a routine dentist- seeing a succession of patients whereby little attention …
Healthy Living
Fight Mental Decline by Staying Socially Engaged Recent research shows that people who actively use hearing devices have a lower risk of mental decline as they age. They tend to stay more engaged in an active social life. Healthy hearing helps since using proper hearing technology decreases the effort and stress associated with discerning speech. …
City Scene
Vulcan Birthday Bash Vulcan may be the world’s largest cast iron statue, but he still needs help blowing out his birthday candles! On Sunday, June 5 from Noon-4 p.m., Vulcan Park and Museum will host a festive outdoor party in celebration of Vulcan’s 112th Birthday. This year our event will be bigger and better than …
Agape’s Enhanced Foster Care
Keep Siblings Together: AGAPE’s Enhanced Foster Care Every child deserves a loving home. Every child deserves to be part of a stable, protective family. Sometimes this means removing a child from an unsafe environment. It may only be temporary. Or it may be long-term. In either case, AGAPE of Central Alabama is ready to help …