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The 2022 Buckner Advent Guide is here!

There's nothing quite like receiving the perfect gift. Giving a loved one a gift you thoughtfully picked out tops the charts too. Take a moment to remember...
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Living for Christ during the holidays

As we seek intimacy with God during these hurried days, do not lose sight of the magic and wonder of the season. With Thanksgiving nearly upon us,...
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Honoring those who have served

Veterans Day is a special day to honor and celebrate military veterans who have served across the United States Armed Forces and protected our country. We are...
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Celebrating the ‘powerful presence’ of JoAnn Cole

The Buckner family mourned the loss of JoAnn Cole during an online Service of Remembrance for her yesterday. JoAnn died Nov. 7 from complications from cancer after...
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Meet Ja’Niya: A teen about to age out of the foster care system

Ja’Niya is 17 years old. Soon, she will age out of the foster care system if she is not adopted.  Though much of her life has been...
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3 ways seniors can combat loneliness

Unfortunately, senior isolation and loneliness are relatively common. Millions of seniors struggle to get the social activity they need to maintain mental wellness. As the holiday season...
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Trusting God through the adoption process

“I prayed for this child, and the LORD has granted me what I asked of him." - Samuel 1:27 Our adoption experience was one of the best...
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MLB and the Astros celebrate World Series through special contribution to Buckner Houston programs

The Buckner Family Hope Center™ programs in Houston love to cheer on the Houston Astros in the MLB World Series and have had the opportunity to do...
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Buckner receives more than $225,000 from Chevron Phillips Charity Event

The annual Chevron Phillips Charity Golf Tournament raised $225,248 for Buckner Children and Family Services in Southeast Texas. The check was presented to Buckner on Oct. 25...
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Finding rest in busy seasons

If you’re anything like me, November and December can easily become a season of frenzy. Between the holidays, cramming everything in at work before the end of...
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