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Alicia Finds School Success Through Children's Homes

Jul 28, 2010


No one wants to be the “new kid.” Especially a 9-year-old girl.   When Alicia came to us, she had already lived in multiple foster homes and attended just as many schools. No friends. . .no stability. . .no love. . .no parents. . .no place to call home. Alicia’s young life... read article

Finding God's Plan of Stewardship for Your Estate

Jul 01, 2010


As a Certified Stewardship Professional, I have had the opportunity to study Christian stewardship in depth. One of the most condemning passages I have found is 1Timothy 5:8, "Woe unto the man who provideth not for those of his own household. He is worse than an infidel, he has denied the... read article

Edith Snider: Lifelong Ambassador

Jul 01, 2010


For some, the 1930s may seem like a lifetime ago, but to Edith Snider, it marks the beginning of a lifetime of service to the Alabama Baptist Children’s Homes & Family Ministries (ABCH). Edith began volunteering for what was then the Children’s Home in the 1930s alongside her... read article

What is a Volunteer Associational Ambassador?

Jul 01, 2010


Volunteer Associational Ambassadors (VAA) work in partnership with the Director of Missions of their local association and Alabama Baptist Children’s Homes & Family Ministries to promote partnership opportunities between the association, churches and the Children’s Homes. If you... read article

Lessons From My Father

Jun 28, 2010


An old straight razor and shaving brush, a pair of wire rim glasses and an old pocket watch are displayed in a shadow box on the wall in my home. While these items do not have any monetary value they have great sentimental value to me because they belonged to my father. I look at them and they... read article

Camp of Champions 2010

Jun 11, 2010


“Trust in the Lord … He will make your path straight.” Proverbs 3:5-6 Overheard at Camp: Counselor: "What did you eat for lunch?" Small child: "Ice Cream!" More than 400 children, foster parents, house parents, staff members and Volunteer... read article