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Longview volunteer inspires growth in language and in fellowship
February 9, 2024
Debi Nugent knows what it feels like to struggle in school. As a child, she had difficulties with reading. But she took that challenge and found a...
As good stewards of God’s grace
December 28, 2023
The home of Julie and Brian Price mirrors the dreams they have together: Big and used for the service of others. A house with ample space in...
Adapting to new dreams
December 6, 2023
A minimalistic lifestyle has its advantages. From efficiency to organization, living with necessity helps you focus on what’s important. The home Alexa Guerrero and her family...
Finding community in the midst of grief
October 27, 2023
As soon as Brittany Fishar wakes up, she starts running. She wakes her daughter up for school, makes breakfast and lunch, and most days, she stops...
Celebrating National Hispanic Heritage Month
October 19, 2023
Buckner International recently celebrated National Hispanic Heritage Month at Ventana by Buckner in Dallas, Texas, with a time to reflect on how cultural differences can be celebrated. ...
All it takes is one person to make an impact
September 27, 2023
When U.S. Rep. Beth Van Duyne visited Ventana by Buckner in July, she helped prepare backpacks and new shoes for children heading back to school. Ventana offers...
A beautiful gift
September 19, 2023
Born in Chihuahua City, Mexico, Roman Molinar was only 8 years old when he moved to the United States with his parents. Priscila, Roman's mother, remembers the...
Daughter’s future inspires mother to excel
September 14, 2023
For Chalace Phillips, life hasn't always turned out how she planned. But she's always looked at each day as a chance to make things better. Part of...
Adoptive family leans on God
August 18, 2023
The words of Jesus in Matthew 25:40 have dictated the lives of Joel and Leslie Casiday. Since before they were married 14 years ago, they dedicated their...
Foster family experiences back-to-school shopping thanks to grant
August 17, 2023
Exhausted from a fun day of back-to-school shopping at Parkdale Mall in Beaumont with two of her foster sons, Carmen Holt stopped looking through the superhero shirts...