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20 years of Buckner Today donated to Dallas Public Library

The Dallas Public Library will now house more than 20 years of the in-house magazine Buckner Today in its Dallas History & Archives Division. Buckner donated issues...
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Finding rest in God through busy seasons

I don’t know about you, but I enjoy this time of year when I begin seeing posts on social media of kids on their first day. It...
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Houston programs kicking off the new school season with fun

Across Houston, families and children had the chance to celebrate the beginning of a new school year with Buckner programs.   At the Buckner Family Hope Center™...
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Setting the standard

From 1879 until 1952, Buckner was led by someone with the name Buckner. When our founder, R.C. Buckner died in 1919, he passed the torch to his...
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Serving families in Midland in new ways

Buckner Midland is expanding its Permian Basin programs with the addition of the Buckner Family Hope Center™, the first new local program in 19 years. Buckner leaders...
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Entering the school year with confidence from God

A funny story my daughter loves to tell as an adult occurred when she was in middle school. A teacher told the classroom if they didn’t behave,...
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Learning a loved one has dementia

Dementia is a disease that impacts millions of people and their families. Seniors with dementia need specialized care that can cater to their unique needs and help...
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Seeing the God who sees you

Sometimes we may wonder if anyone sees or understands what we are facing. I have good news for you today – I see you and I hear...
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Breaking generational cycles

Brooklyn Cole was there as a pre-teen sister when her little brother Anthony was born. She even cut his umbilical cord. More than 10 years later, Cole...
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Students find the fun at Aldine summer camp

In July, the Buckner Family Hope Center™ at Aldine in Houston hosted a summer camp where children attended different programs featuring science, cooking and art.    Students...
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