Longview volunteer inspires growth in language and in fellowship
Debi Nugent teaches ESL as more than a way to serve
Debi Nugent knows what it feels like to struggle in school. As a child, she had difficulties with reading. But she took that challenge and found a...
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Love: Beyond the ordinary
Seeing actions of love all around us
Love is a powerful part of our lives. But often, we limit our gratitude to just the love we experience in our marriages or romantic relationships....
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Celebrating chapel renovation in San Angelo
Thanks to $115,000 grant from the Art and Eva Camuñez Tucker Foundation, Baptist Retirement Community renovated their chapel
On Feb. 6, residents and community leaders gathered at Baptist Retirement Community to celebrate the renovated Elsie Gayer Chapel. The renovations...
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Buckner purchases campus in Houston
The 6.88-acre site allows Buckner Children and Family Services to continue serving children and families around the Houston community
Buckner purchased a 6.88-acre property in north Houston in December 2023 which will become the Buckner Children and Family Services of Houston...
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Obedience in action and in waiting
A devotion on God's calling for our lives
How many times have you heard or read the story of David and Goliath? Enough to have the CliffsNotes memorized? The giant threatens the land and...
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Banking program provides skills, experience and hope to Dallas families
Buckner Family Hope Center® at Wynnewood collaborates with First Convenience Bank
Anniese Jenkins (pictured above, far left) was ready for a fresh start. After leaving transitional housing and moving into a new apartment with her...
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How Buckner plays a part in poverty awareness
Serving families in need through aid, coaching and more
Most of us tend to imagine a war-torn street in a far-off country when we think of poverty. We often forget poverty is prevalent in America too, and...
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The biblical standard of teamwork
A devotion on God's example in the workplace
Have you ever experienced a dispute with a coworker? I’ve seen it happen. Sometimes it’s obvious, like when two people get into unhealthy...
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Not on our watch: Business women in Texas working together to protect children online
NOWTX and Buckner work together to provide educational opportunities
Last week, several members of the U.S. Secret Service arrived at the Buckner Family Hope Center® at Bachman Lake.
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5 truths for 2024
A devotion on confidence in God
We’re already three weeks into 2024. Are you still feeling the excitement of a new year? Are you still embracing those goals you set? Take an...
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Internet safety for children
Tips to keep you and your family safe online
There are many benefits to using the internet, smartphones and social media. From connecting to friends or family members to learning about new...
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The lens of poverty
Buckner staff poverty training to be better equipped to serve vulnerable families
“If you have come to help me, you can go home again. But if you see my struggles as a part of your own survival, then perhaps we can work...
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