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A blueprint for success

A few years ago, LaSherrell Hayes had never dreamed she’d own her own house. As a single mother staying with a friend, the idea of home ownership...
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Are we free to approach God?

With influential people, such as public figures or government leaders, there are limitations on how one can get in touch with them. I certainly can write them,...
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From empty nest to full house

“I don’t want to get attached.” The phrase is uttered too many times as a reason to not do foster care.  But for Daryl and Sandra Wright...
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Four ways to share the Easter story with your children

At Easter, we celebrate how Christ died and was resurrected from the grave to save us, his children, from death as sinners. As adults, we understand the...
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Celebrating 20 years and 371,000 pairs of shoes

Can you imagine 371,000 children? That’s enough children to fill every seat in the Dallas Cowboys stadium four and half times. That’s how many pairs of shoes...
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Volunteers gather to remember 20th anniversary of 9/11

Over the weekend, more than 50 people from Communities Foundation of Texas volunteered at the Buckner Center for Humanitarian Aid to commemorate the 20th anniversary of 9/11. ...
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Children and teens learn about entrepreneurship

The Buckner Family Hope Center is a place families can go to find hope, support and empowerment for the whole family, including the children. Just as the...
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5 ways to get the most out of volunteering

You want to give back to your community and at the same time learn and grow from the experience. But how do you know your experience will...
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5 ways to celebrate dad on Father’s Day

We know you want to celebrate your dad. He works hard throughout the year and is committed to your family.  Father’s Day is the perfect time to...
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What do you do when you’re waiting?

Patience has never been my strong suit, and I hate to wait. But I don’t think I’m alone. When I look around, I see other people, just...
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