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New challenges, same God

I’m currently in a fun, exciting and nerve-racking season of life. My husband and I are expecting our first child in January. There are SO many thoughts...
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Merry Christmas to you

As we head into the ending of another year, sometimes it's helpful to reflect on the year we have just journeyed through. For many of us, 2022...
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Managing stress during the holiday season

Written by Hallie Burt, counselor for Life Design and Maternity Services for Buckner Children and Family Services. The stress of parenting and family dynamics can be overwhelming,...
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I choose the gift of joy!

This devotion appears in the 2022 Buckner Advent Guide, containing devotions and family activities to help you celebrate the Advent season. Get your free digital copy of...
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Benefits of gardening for seniors

Staying active through retirement, whether it is through independent activities or recreational programs, is more critical than ever. Many retirees are discovering the gardening benefits for seniors,...
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Single mom overcomes relentless challenges, now children’s author

Vanessa Jackson has faced adversity, challenges and obstacles many of us would never dream of. But today, she can look back at where she’s come from and...
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Buckner and North Texas Food Bank provide holiday cheer to Wynnewood community

More than 300 South Dallas families served by the Buckner Family Hope Center™ at Wynnewood and the Kiest Recreation Center will have a full refrigerator for the holidays...
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Transformed by Christ to love like Christ

This devotion appears in the 2022 Buckner Advent Guide, containing devotions and family activities to help you celebrate the Advent season. Get your free digital copy of...
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Tips to ease pregnancy anxiety

Written by Emma Porter, family counselor for Maternity Services for Buckner Children and Family Services. Pregnancy can feel empowering, isolating, unknown and exciting all at once. If...
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When the Prince of Peace was born

This devotion appears in the 2022 Buckner Advent Guide, containing devotions and family activities to help you celebrate the Advent season. Get your free digital copy of...
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