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Dr. Albert L. Reyes celebrates 15 years of leadership with Buckner International
Today, Buckner International celebrates the 15th anniversary of electing Dr. Albert L. Reyes as its sixth president. He follows five others in the history of our 146-year...
I felt my skin
Have you ever felt your own skin? I don’t mean touching your arm or hand. I mean, have you ever been aware of your own skin? In...
Weekly volunteers experience life enrichment
There are volunteers and then there are “the coaches.” That’s the name lovingly bestowed on the weekly Wednesday morning group of volunteers for Buckner Shoes for Orphan...
Glimmers in the new year
Have you heard of the term “glimmers?” Glimmers are small pockets of joy throughout your day. Recognizing those small moments have been found to bring feelings...
Knowing God through challenges
"I’ve always wanted to be like those older wiser women in my church who I knew as a child, a student, a young adult. God has provided...
Trusting in God for what’s to come
The end of the calendar year never fails to remind me of the seasonal nature of our life here on Earth. Unlike heaven, where life will consist...
Partners in spiritual growth: The peace from family
"Peace I leave with you; my peace I give to you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be...
Share in the cost, share in the joy
"And Mary said: 'My soul glorifies the Lord and my spirit rejoices in God my Savior.'" – Luke 1:46-47 (NIV) Have you stopped to really look at...
Rooted in Christ, rooted in love
"The Lord is the one who goes ahead of you; He will be with you. He will not fail you or forsake you. Do not fear or...
Three ways to make memories this Christmas
The Christmas season is a beautiful time, and even more so when you have the opportunity to celebrate the holiday with those you love. Soon, children will...