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Pack it up, let’s take it – on a mission trip
You are about to embark on a life-changing experience that will not only make an impact on your life but also the lives of the people you will be...

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Faith Focus: Cel-e-brate good times, come on!
The first full week of June is upon us. That means graduations and graduation parties. ...

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Buckner Family Hope Center at Aldine celebrates 27 years
A group of supporters, community residents, leaders and members of the Buckner family celebrated the Buckner Family Hope Center at Aldine as it...

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How to use your skills to make a difference in the lives of foster children
The truth is, not everyone is called to be a foster parent, but we’re all called to help. Here’s some of the top ways you can help vulnerable...

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Faith Focus: I can finally say, 'The Lord is my shepherd, I shall not want.'
Editor's note: Viviane Djontu, a resident at Buckner Family Pathways in Houston, recently penned this devotion about God’s direction on the morning...

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Family Pathways mom: I can finally say, ‘The Lord is my shepherd, I shall not want.’
As I was moving to Houston four years ago, I thought I just need a job so I can provide for my family. Pregnant with my third child, Josepha, and...

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Loving a child that might leave
I'll never forget the day it all changed for me. My greatest fear, like so many others who are considering venturing down the beautiful yet tumultuous...

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Growing in generosity and compassion: The blessing of reunification
I first became acquainted with my new foster son’s mother through a box handed to me by a caseworker not long after he was placed in our home. I’d...

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City of Houston declares ‘Buckner International Day’
The City Council of the City of Houston and Mayor Sylvester Turner (center, gray suit) have officially proclaimed May 9 to be “Buckner International...

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Grappling with loss in foster care
“The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.” Psalm 34:18 ...

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