The true gift
A devotion on the blessings from God
With the holidays barreling towards us, my mind begins to focus on Christmas lists and gift-giving. I’m the father of two teenagers, Colby and...
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Celebrate Advent as a family
The Buckner Advent Guide is our gift to you
This year has brought challenges and tragedies for many of us. Advent offers a special time to refocus on the miracle we've been given: Jesus.
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More than 1,400 miles didn't stop the reunification with this birth family
Adult adopted person opens her heart to her birth family after tragedy
More than five decades ago, Lisa Metivier was born in Dallas, Texas. At just three days old, she was adopted through Buckner and went home with her...
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God is unchanging
A devotion on God as our anchor
In my teenage years, I found myself complaining to a friend about the ever-changing nature of life. His response was, “Change is the only constant...
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Be a light this Christmas
Find out how you can serve in your community this year
Sharing a smile with someone during the Christmas season is the perfect way to warm up. And sometimes, a warm smile is all someone needs to feel...
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Celebrating 70 years of impact with fun, fellowship and looking to the future
Buckner International celebrates anniversary of becoming a licensed child placing agency in 1953
In 1953, you could purchase a six-pack of Coca Cola for just 29 cents or watermelon at only six cents a pound. Picturing life 70 years ago might be a...
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November is National Adoption Month
A long-standing tradition to bring awareness to vulnerable children
National Adoption Month is a time many adopted persons, adoptive families and adoption advocates celebrate the miracle of adoption while also look to...
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See how you help shine hope in the latest Buckner Today
The latest Buckner Today magazine is available now
Buckner International continues to impact the lives of vulnerable children, families and seniors in Texas and across the world. Learn about the lives...
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Wonderful are your works
A devotion on self-worth
When you got up this morning and looked in the mirror, what was your first thought? Did you notice imperfections? Did you smile and greet yourself...
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Finding community in the midst of grief
Through Buckner Family Pathways, single mom found community and support during one of the most challenging times of her life
As soon as Brittany Fishar wakes up, she starts running.
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A conversation with the new Chief Human Resources Officer
President and CEO Albert Reyes sits down with Jennifer Mann
Join Dr. Albert Reyes and Jen Mann for a conversation about the Buckner team and how we're able to serve people and fulfill our mission.
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Our power in Christ
A devotion on leaning on God
The responsibilities of life can feel like waves in an ocean trying to overtake us. Our problems can seem like a never-ending mountain too high to...
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