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A needed interruption
"He comforts us in all our troubles so that we can comfort others. When they are troubled, we will be able to give them the same comfort...
Children never outgrow the need for a family
Kenneth and Jenny Kerr have 14-year-old biological twins and decided they were ready for some more fun in their lives. "We added another 14-year-old, so we have...
How can we be the innkeeper?
"But a Samaritan, as he traveled, came where the man was; and when he saw him, he took pity on him. He went to him and bandaged...
A Thanksgiving message
Thanksgiving. What comes to mind when you think about Thanksgiving? For me, Thanksgiving is a time when I use all of my senses, especially my sense of...
Teen adopted months before aging out of foster care
James and Sarah Epling talked about adopting before they even got married. It was always a possibility in the back of their minds. But it became a...
Pausing to give thanks in the middle of the holiday hustle
In this season of the holiday hustle and bustle, full of scheduling and preparing and checking to-dos off your list, it’s hard to find the space for...
Dallas Mavericks demonstrate spirit of giving by providing Thanksgiving meals to local families
In honor of Thanksgiving and Veterans Day, the Dallas Mavericks joined forces with Kroger and 30 members of the 301st Fighter Wing and the 136th Airlift Wing...
Remembering Howard Fritz Baumgarten
Historical records sum up the life of Howard Fritz Baumgarten through three labels: orphan, seaman, KIA (killed in action) … all before his 22nd birthday. Little...
The true gift
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 Katy, and as...
Celebrate Advent as a family
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. As children,...