Rio Grande Valley
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Faith Focus: We're in a crisis. How should we respond?
Make no mistake, we are in the middle of a crisis. There are 111,820 children in the United States waiting to be adopted. There are nearly 30,000...
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Get uncomfortable on Orphan Sunday
Orphan Sunday is a time to rally together to care for the lonely, particularly those who are lonely because of circumstances beyond their control....
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Faith Focus: With all your heart, soul and mind
Thom had a problem. His son was being teased because of his weight. He couldn’t force the bullies to stop, so he took a different approach: Build...
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Friday Photo: More than building a house
For the past several years, Woman's Missionary Union of Texas has "gotten their nails done" in Peñitas, Texas, through Buckner Missions. It's may...
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These fall festivals bring all the treats with no tricks
Around the state, Buckner ministries have been treating children to festive fall festivals. Dressed up as their favorite superhero, character or...
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Wells Fargo, Buckner work together to transform lives in Rio Grande Valley
In the month of October, we're highlighting some of our superheroes who protect children, strengthen families and serve seniors. Everyone knows that...
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After 1,006 days in foster care, 4-year-old embraces forever family through Buckner
Mary, a 4-year-old avid Peppa Pig fan, has spent most of her life in foster care before being adopted Aug. 13. Last Monday was her first day of Head...
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Use your skills to make a difference in a child's life
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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Buckner distributes 400 backpacks, shoes for students going back to school in Rio Grande Valley
Last week the Buckner Family Hope Center in Peñitas, helped Dulce Luevanos, along with hundreds of other mothers, receive free backpacks and new...
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Buckner Family Hope Center at Peñitas names Diego Silva new director
Diego Silva was selected to serve as director for the Buckner Family Hope Center at Peñitas, effective Aug. 13. In his new role, Silva will oversee...
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