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Faith Focus: Thank you, God, for the small things
Many times in this devotional series, we've talked about big actions people have taken to share the hope of Christ with others. We’ve chronicled volunteers who invest...
Friday photo: British man travels more than 5,000 miles to build home for family through Buckner
Each year, mission teams come from across the country to serve through Buckner Missions. They give their time and resources to travel great distances to serve vulnerable...
A day in the life of a senior living social worker
Stephanie Ebarb serves as the director of social services at Parkway Place in Houston. She’s been with Buckner since 2013 and today is sharing a day in...
A rocket scientist explains why he’s involved with mission work
Jesus’ words are clear: Christians are to make disciples to the ends of the earth. And that can be accomplished in a variety of ways. But...
Why we roll out the red carpet for residents
Charlie Wilson serves as senior vice president of Buckner Retirement Services. Today, he’s sharing his thoughts on why, when it comes to our hospitality philosophy, we work...
Mission teams build new houses, new futures for families
This week, mission teams from across the state are spending their Spring Break in Peñitas, Texas, building homes for families involved with the local Buckner Family Hope...
Faith Focus: This week, please pray
For many people, this week is Spring Break. And here at Buckner, that means a week of special service by mission teams from around the country. Volunteers...
Calder Woods chef recognized for nearly 20 years in food service
Chef Charles Duit, director of nutrition and food services at Calder Woods in Beaumont, and his wife Debbie were recently recognized by the Sabine Area Restaurant Association...
Roy talks literacy and volunteerism to Junior League of the Woodlands
Literacy and transforming lives were the topics of discussion during the quarterly dinner of the Junior League of The Woodlands last week. Shawna Roy, director of the...
Friday photo: Buckner delivers 6 tons of aid to those affected by gas leaks in Bachman Lake
Buckner International is pouring aid into the Bachman Lake area literally by the ton in an effort to help low income families who are facing the possibility...