The power of community
A devotion on strength in relationships
"Two are better than one, because they have a good return for their labor: If either of them falls down, one can help the other up. But pity anyone...
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Tackling nerves and anxiety about school
How can we arm our children with support and resources to face school with confidence?
There are many fun things about the fall season: cooler temperatures, football season and a shift back into a structured routine. But for some, the...
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Giving and receiving grace
A devotion on grace for others and ourselves
We often define grace as an undeserved gift from God, or favor, for the purpose of empowering us to shine Christ’s light to others.
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Supporting families this back-to-school season
Buckner programs hosted resourceful events across the state to help ease the stress of the new school year
Heading back to school can evoke a range of emotions for students and parents alike. While it brings eagerness and excitement to see children grow,...
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Houston church celebrating more than two decades of impacting vulnerable children
South Main Baptist Church continues historic annual shoe collection drive through Buckner Shoes
South Main Baptist Church in Houston, Texas, has supported Buckner Shoes for Orphan Souls® almost as long as the humanitarian aid program has been...
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Trusting God with our fears
A devotion on God's wrap-around love no matter where we are
A few weeks ago, while sitting at a nice dinner overlooking the gorgeous Rocky Mountains in Estes Park, Colorado, my husband asked the question:...
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Empowering dads at the 2024 Fatherhood Summit
Fathers in the Rio Grande Valley attended the summit and learned more about presence and engagement with their children
On August 8, the Buckner Rio Grande Children’s Home hosted the Fatherhood Summit 2024, a powerful event organized by the Buckner Family Hope...
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Keeping your child safe on the internet
Tips for creating online boundaries and safeguards in your home
Helping children navigate and stay safe on the internet is challenging, especially when it’s a foster child who comes into your home and has never...
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You're called to serve
A devotion on God's gift of service
I remember going to my grandfather's tailor shop in San Antonio after school every day and sweeping up scraps of material. My grandfather made men's...
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From America to Africa, he's the same God
An inside look at sharing Jesus' love through serving others
I’m sure you’ve heard the saying, “Walk a mile in someone else’s shoes.”
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Head back to school without breaking the bank
Resources and tips to help ease the stress of the back-to-school season
Summer is winding down and back to school is right around the corner for most of us. With that comes shifting back to your school routine, planning...
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Buckner Houston celebrates new campus
Buckner Children and Family Services of Houston campus hosts grand opening and ribbon cutting celebration, launching a vision of wrap-around services for vulnerable families in one location
Jacob Paz, a 17-year-old Buckner client, spoke from the heart when he shared how his relationship with Buckner changed his life.
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