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Protecting family members in wake of global coronavirus

Buckner is committed to continue our communication around our strategic plans and precautions related to the coronavirus. That includes those we serve, as well as our staff –...
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Conversations about race in Texas faith circles tend to leave out Hispanics

I grew up singing, “Red and yellow, black and white, they are precious in his sight. Jesus loves the little children of the world.” As I’ve grown...
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Faith Focus: The greatest friend

This week, my dearest childhood friend came to visit me. We became friends in high school and she is one of the few friends I still keep...
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Family Pathways director wins Nexstar’s Remarkable Women in the Community award for Permian Basin

The impact Anna Rodriquez had on Buckner Family Pathways in Midland is representative of the program's success with single-parent families in communities across Texas. KMID honored Anna...
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It started with a whisper: How one West Texas church impacts their local community with service

A single lyric from a song, “Oh, somebody needs the light you have,” adds further fuel to an already passionate ACTNow missions team from Lubbock’s Southcrest Baptist...
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Presidential Perspective: Responding to the coronavirus

The safety and protection of those we serve and our staff are the highest priorities for Buckner International. We are implementing strategic plans and precautions across all...
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Faith Focus: Soaking in God’s Word

Yesterday, my mom and I were outside walking my dog. The sun was out and there was a cool breeze. “It feels like spring,” my mom said....
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Buckner Family Pathways gave single mom safety and security to succeed

College was never considered an option for Rhonda Lee. She aged out of foster care and had to fend for herself. College, she thought, was only for...
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