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February Reader Giveaways

January 28, 2025

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 THREE Great Giveaways this month. Enter to win TICKETS to the Birmingham Home Show February 21-23 2025 at the BJCC, www.birminghamshomeshow.com. 3 Winners, 2 Tickets Each! To enter simply LIKE …

Find Purpose as a Grandparenting: Legacy Grandparenting Summit 2025

January 28, 2025

Senior Scene The Legacy Grandparenting Summit 2025 is a national event dedicated to Christian grandparenting and it is being held right here in Birmingham on February 21-22, 2025. This year will challenge grandparents to know, name, and fulfill the reason why they are still here. What is God’s design for this special season of life? …

Miss Annie Lives Her Mantra: You Can Do Hard Things

January 28, 2025

Cover Story Annie McDaniel has brought smiles to thousands of local school children over the years as her lovable “Miss Annie” persona, and today she’s extended her reach into the lives of people in Birmingham and far beyond through an inspiring social media platform. “Miss Annie’s Home + Kitchen” entertains its followers with recipes, tips, …

Snow Days & Warm Fires

January 28, 2025

Great Outdoors  It was hard not to think of snow days as I read James Spann’s latest update that morning. Snow blanketed much of North Alabama. Everything from Montgomery to Birmingham was covered in ice or sleet and as is so often the case, down in South Alabama, we were cold and wet. The house …

From Deer Season to Turkey Season

January 28, 2025

The Great Outdoors presented by: Mark’s Outdoors Deer Season Ends… February brings the end to yet another deer season and hopefully everybody had a bountiful one! When you pick up your meat from the processor, if you run out of room in the freezer or have more meat than you can use, share your harvest. …

How to Make the Gift of Homemade Sourdough Bread

January 27, 2025

The Home Front In my family, homemade sourdough bread is considered a gift from the Good Lord above. My husband, David, says when we pass through the pearly gates, we will surely dine on sourdough bread hot from the oven slathered with a good dose of butter and drizzled with honey.   My family has been …

It’s Not About Us: Grace Klein Community(GKC) & Pathways UMC

January 27, 2025

Mission Makers Grace Klein Community’s new partnership with Pathways United Methodist Church(UMC) in Pelham will provide additional space needed to help GKC reach its 2025 goal of rescuing 3.2 million pounds of food to feed over 650,000 people in communities located in the 30 county area of Birmingham. Joining several other churches in the area …

Bring Your “A Game”

January 27, 2025

Encouraging Word Relating to sports, the term “A Game” refers to giving it your all, doing your best, and being committed. As we go through life and encounter challenges and adversity, there are areas we need to focus on in bringing our “A Game.” In Matthew 26:41, Jesus said to be alert, to be on …

Your Checklist for Winter Pest Control Around the Home

January 27, 2025

Our House How do you keep your home protected from pests in the winter season? In our professional opinion, these tasks are essential for winter pest prevention: Indoor. Many pests, like rodents, are looking for dry, warm shelter during the winter. The following tasks ensure that they won’t crawl into your home nor mistake it as …

Skip the Marriage Resolutions: Do This Instead

January 27, 2025

Special Feature It’s a new year, and many couples have decided to improve their marriages. However, if they are like most Americans, only six percent will keep their resolutions, according to Forbes.com. While there is value in annual relationship assessments, relying on resolutions is an unproductive way to correct shortfalls. Is your goal to set …

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