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Compassion in action
In the heart of every social worker, there's a well of compassion that fuels their drive to change lives. At Buckner International, this compassion is not just...
Being prepared for the little things
Snakes kill about six people a year (My wife has already killed one snake this year!) while spiders kill about seven people a year. But cows –...
The power of community for generations
The Hernandez* family came to the Buckner Family Hope Center® at Bachman Lake, local to their Dallas community, needing a hand in strengthening their family unit. Cherie*...
Praying through anxiety
In Philippians 4:6-7, Paul instructs the believer in combating anxiety through prayer with thanksgiving. At the time of his writing, he had extensive experience dealing with stressful...
Who cares for the caregivers?
Caregiving is a lot more than just caring about someone. Caregiving is actively providing care emotionally, physically and spiritually, and for some caregivers, it can also mean...
Navigating citizenship as an adoptee
Immigration and citizenship have been prominent in the news over the course of the last few months. And for adult adoptees potentially unsure of their proof of...
An unchanging rock
"Some trust in chariots and some in horses, but we trust in the name of the Lord our God." – Psalm 20:7 Before we take a seat,...
Transformation through the journey of family coaching
Earlier this month, Buckner Houston staff and family coaches gathered to celebrate 10 family coaching participants in their completion of the program in 2024. At Buckner Family...
Loving Christ as our greatest treasure
“Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind.” – Matthew 22:37 Last Sunday, my pastor...
Finding hope in the midst of tragedy
2025 seems to already be off to a tumultuous start – and carrying over from a similar 2024. From deadly fires in California and tragic plane crashes...