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New shoes celebrate a new life for Guatemalan mom
JOCOTENENGO, Guatemala – Gratefulness overcomes Rufina Hernandez when she talks about her shoes. They are the second pair of new shoes she’s ever owned, and each...
The hidden treasure
By Maria Orozco “My son, if you accept my words and store up my commands within you, turning your ear to wisdom and applying your heart to...
Strength to do all things
By David Graves “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.” Philippians 4:13 (NKJV) Recently, I joined the ranks of those who have tattoos. I...
Buckner President and CEO featured in San Angelo Standard-Times
Buckner President and CEO Albert Reyes was featured in the San Angelo Standard-Times yesterday in an article that shares the path that took him from an undergraduate...
We are God’s workmanship
By Sergio Ramos “We will not hide them from their descendants; we will tell the next generation the praiseworthy deeds of the Lord, his power, and the...
On top of paradise: Buckner in Ethiopia helps family through microenterprise
Atop a mountain outside of Bishoftu, Ethiopia, the air is pure. It runs effortlessly through the nostrils, invigorating the body with each breath on this 76-degree day....
10 ways you can make a difference in 2015
The New Year is here, and we’re all looking for ways to improve our lives. Why not look for ways to improve the lives of others, too?...
Sharing our blessings
By Paul Clark “I will praise thee; for I am fearfully and wonderfully made: marvellous are thy works; and that my soul knoweth right well.” Psalm 139:14...
Reporter-Telegram highlights new Buckner Midland leader
Jordan Parnell, new executive director for Buckner in Midland, was featured in the Midland Reporter-Telegram. Parnell earned a master’s degree in social work from the University of...
Baptist Retirement resident lives life of service
For 81-year-old Flo McKinney, giving thanks is something she has integrated into her daily life. Flo regularly wheels seniors in wheelchairs to mass every Sunday, volunteers with...