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Greater Dallas Movement Day: Looking for pioneers
By John HallDALLAS – The 19th century wood cabin built by Dallas founder John Neely Bryan stands in the heart of downtown Dallas as a symbol of...
Exit interview: Amarillo mom reflects on Family Place’s influence
Story and photo by Russ DildayIt’s a surprisingly mild day for Amarillo in early September. The windows are open in Sandy Carrasco’s apartment at Buckner Family Place,...
‘I’m a survivor’ — Buckner foster care grad finds purpose in helping broken families
Story and photos by Chelsea QuackenbushAlisha Maglio has a lot of reasons to be hopeless. When she was young, she was abused severely and was left with...
VIDEO: Stabbing survivor has second chance at life
Abused, stabbed, addicted and imprisoned, Margarita Acosta endured much pain and suffering in her former life. After moving to Dallas, she found hope and a new life...
Fostering adventures: Veteran parents rebuild lives
By Lauren Hollon SturdyPhotography by Chelsea QuackenbushYou’d never suspect from looking at him that Tony Hawkins is a huge softie. Words like “solid” and “unshakable” come to...
Ministry while waiting
Story and photos by Chelsea QuackenbushDavid and Beth Roberts* were both at work when Buckner staff in Beaumont called to say their first foster care placement had...
Sacred ground: Missions-minded group relives shoe trip experiences
By John HallTonight, the corner of Cracker Barrel is sacred ground. And it's not because of the heavenly biscuits.Roughly 10 people gather around a table that nearly...
The Journey to Kenya: Lessons
Editor’s note: This is the last story in the four-part series in Buckner Today, chronicling Melanie Miller and Brittani Cirinna’s journey to volunteer in Kenya with Project...
Buckner leaders join Greater Dallas Movement Day to ignite spiritual change in the metroplex
DALLAS – Church pastors and community leaders from across the metroplex will come together for the inaugural Greater Dallas Movement Day in a collaborative effort to promote...
Against the odds
By Shawn SpurrierPhotos by Chelsea QuackenbushOn any given Saturday afternoon, Dustin Haley can be found studying at a local coffee shop – blending in with many students...