Obedience in action and in waiting
A devotion on God's calling for our lives
How many times have you heard or read the story of David and Goliath? Enough to have the CliffsNotes memorized? The giant threatens the land and...
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Banking program provides skills, experience and hope to Dallas families
Buckner Family Hope Center® at Wynnewood collaborates with First Convenience Bank
Anniese Jenkins (pictured above, far left) was ready for a fresh start. After leaving transitional housing and moving into a new apartment with her...
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How Buckner plays a part in poverty awareness
Serving families in need through aid, coaching and more
Most of us tend to imagine a war-torn street in a far-off country when we think of poverty. We often forget poverty is prevalent in America too, and...
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The biblical standard of teamwork
A devotion on God's example in the workplace
Have you ever experienced a dispute with a coworker? I’ve seen it happen. Sometimes it’s obvious, like when two people get into unhealthy...
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Not on our watch: Business women in Texas working together to protect children online
NOWTX and Buckner work together to provide educational opportunities
Last week, several members of the U.S. Secret Service arrived at the Buckner Family Hope Center® at Bachman Lake.
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5 truths for 2024
A devotion on confidence in God
We’re already three weeks into 2024. Are you still feeling the excitement of a new year? Are you still embracing those goals you set? Take an...
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Internet safety for children
Tips to keep you and your family safe online
There are many benefits to using the internet, smartphones and social media. From connecting to friends or family members to learning about new...
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The lens of poverty
Buckner staff poverty training to be better equipped to serve vulnerable families
“If you have come to help me, you can go home again. But if you see my struggles as a part of your own survival, then perhaps we can work...
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Acting on our values
A message from President and CEO Albert Reyes on Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Just 10 days before his assassination, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. spoke at the Rabbinical Assembly in New York. In his address, Dr. King called on...
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Doing what's hard
A devotion on strength for the Lord
A few weeks ago I met a lady who told me about her eight children. She and her husband have four biological children and four adopted children. Two...
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Today is National Human Trafficking Awareness Day
Preventing human trafficking by empowering the vulnerable
A young woman is regularly beaten by her husband, self-medicates with drugs and alcohol and loses her kids to foster care.
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A relationship with the Shepherd
A devotion on intimacy with God
When sheep fall over onto their backs, they can't get up. This is called a cast sheep. They need a shepherd to help them get back on their feet.
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