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Freedom from low self-esteem
At some point, we all struggle with inferiority or low self-esteem in one or more areas of our lives. For some, it is a weapon that the...
Buckner Family Pathways™ mom selected for advisory board through Aspen Institute
Karlee Knuth, a single mom from Longview currently enrolled in Buckner Family Pathways™, was selected to serve on a prestigious national advisory board through Ascend at the...
Reflecting on direction from God
Do you ever wish God would give you signs like lightning bolts or directional arrows as clear evidence you are making the right decisions? I find myself...
What does it mean to serve as one?
Last week, the top leaders from across the Buckner ministry gathered for the annual Buckner Leadership Retreat. This was the first time in more than two years...
Buckner International collaborates with Olive Crest’s Child Abuse Prevention Network and Mission Foods to benefit vulnerable children
Buckner International loves aligning with other nonprofit organizations that share our mission to serve vulnerable children and families. Buckner employees often network with new servant leaders and...
Learning the meaning of love
Connie is a graduate of Buckner Family Pathways™. While in the program, she gained important life skills such as maintaining a clean, safe home for the sake...
Enjoying the journey with God
Have you ever experienced the presence of God while alone in your car? I have experienced some of the sweetest and most intimate moments with God in...
The mental health crisis today
September was Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. We have a special guest writer on the blog today, Shanta Atkinson. Atkinson is a Buckner Family Pathways™ counselor in Houston,...
Beaumont Foundation surpasses $2 million in total contributions for children in foster care
Following the second installment of its $95,700 donation pledge for 2022, the Beaumont Foundation of America (BFA) surpassed $2 million in total gifts to Buckner Children and...
Beacon of hope
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Abuse and violence can create isolation, but for Tanikka Lewis, she chose to step out of her comfort zone for support...