Seasons
A devotion on waiting on God's timing
It can be difficult to wait on God's timing, especially in challenging seasons. Regardless of what season we might find ourselves in, we can rest in...
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Lufkin foster family finds joy and support through virtual certification
Buckner supports families through the process in a still-new virtual world
Once the pandemic put restrictions in place, Buckner Foster Care and Adoption jumped into action to help families virtually. The Hudspeths experienced...
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One family who chose to chase freedom from debt
The Buckner Family Hope Center at Peñitas equipped them for the journey
The Garcia family felt suffocated by their debt. Living in a cramped RV and a fourth child on the way, Melissa found resources and hope at the Buckner...
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How shoes can be the first step out of poverty
Buckner Shoes for Orphan Souls® has been answering the call for 20 years
A pair of shoes is a simple thing, but through Buckner Shoes for Orphan Souls®, they can lead an entire family to change their circumstances.
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Measuring Up
A devotion on God's goodness in our life
How can we live a life full of honesty and transparency? May we rest in God's peace and presence, knowing that we can measure his goodness instead of...
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$20,000 grant aids Buckner relief efforts in Dallas
Mayor's Disaster Relief Fund of The Dallas Foundation awards Buckner and other nonprofits grants to help with winter storm recovery
In February, millions were facing life with no electricity, water or supplies. Weeks after Winter Storm Uri, families are still struggling. The...
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Two women teach classes they once attended
Through the Buckner Family Hope Center, two women find confidence in a new country
Blanca and Luz had a lot in common – they both immigrated to America from Mexico, and they were searching for a place to learn English and find a...
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Virtual home build celebrates 10 years of ministry in Rio Grande Valley
WMU builds new homes and hope one nail at a time
For the past nine years, teams from the Woman’s Missionary Union of Texas (WMU) have traveled to the Rio Grande Valley to build a home for a family...
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What is a Family Hope Center?
An innovative model that strengthens families and gives them hope
Children who have been removed from their homes because of abuse, neglect or poverty typically go into the foster care system.
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Hope after Winter Storm Uri
Buckner bands with local organizations to care for Texans in need
During the week of Feb. 15, temperatures in Texas dropped significantly due to Winter Storm Uri, causing millions to face life with no electricity,...
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Houston churches help senior living community during harsh winter storm
Community supports senior adults with water and blankets
With historic low temperatures sweeping throughout the state of Texas, many cities have struggled with power outages and water shortages. Two...
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Michael McDowell, an adopted dad’s path to Daytona 500 victory
Faith and determination gave NASCAR driver courage to win
During National Adoption Month in 2019, Buckner had the opportunity to take some families to Texas Motor Speedway to meet driver Michael McDowell of...
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