Dr. Albert Reyes
As we grapple with COVID-19, let's remember that faith and love are vital components of healing
There is a healing science associated with touch, from reducing stress hormones to increasing levels of melatonin and serotonin.
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Today is Juneteenth
Today is Juneteenth, also known as Freedom Day or Jubilee Day. It marks the day in 1865 when Union Gen. Gordon Granger arrived in Galveston, Texas,...
Kneeling in prayer
Buckner President Albert Reyes reminds readers of a biblical duty to speak against injustice and act to correct it.
Children, communication and the coronavirus
Editors note: The following article written by Buckner International President and CEO Albert Reyes was originally published by the Baptist Standard....
Coronavirus: Responding in unprecedented times
A friend once told me that how a person responds to life’s first major crisis determines how that person will respond to all future crises.
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Conversations about race in Texas faith circles tend to leave out Hispanics
I grew up singing, “Red and yellow, black and white, they are precious in his sight. Jesus loves the little children of the world.” As I’ve...
Presidential Perspective: Responding to the coronavirus
The safety and protection of those we serve and our staff are the highest priorities for Buckner International. We are implementing strategic plans...
Merry Christmas from Buckner president and CEO
Thank you for the hope and encouragement you give. May God bless you this Christmas season.
The key to lowering Dallas' Hispanic poverty rate lies in Bachman Lake
The Dallas Morning News recently reported, “Hispanic poverty rate drops, but Dallas lags.” The article, based on data released by the U.S. Census...