Birth mother gives baby boy what she never knew
A BCH story of hope: Many years ago in the mountains of western North Carolina, a young couple fell in love. As folks would say, “This young boy fancied this young girl and had it…
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Eighteen-year-old Teryn overcomes hardships
A BCH story of hope: The beautiful red bejeweled gown caught Teryn’s eye. She reached for the hanger and taking it from the rack, she was smitten. But there were more dresses to…
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Grateful beyond measure
Archived BCH update: I have an enormous praise to share. At the close of Baptist Children’s Homes’ (BCH) 2020 fiscal year on September 30, we completed the year with a balanced…
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The Christmas season is a favorite time for many. Now, even for Josh.
Archived BCH update: When Josh first arrived, his hair hung down covering his eyes–– the eyes of a boy who had lived a life of emotional, physical, and sexual abuse. He trusted no…
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North Carolina Baptist Aging Ministry has grown to meet a myriad of frail-aging and well-aging needs
A BCH story of hope: It isn’t often that you’re asked to create something from nothing. But, that’s exactly how the North Carolina Baptist Aging Ministry (NCBAM) began in…
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COVID survivor able to come home because of ramp
Archived BCH update: The first morning of May began with a steady rain as the ramp-building team arrived at Mary Scudillo’s home in Rockwell. “I offered them a big umbrella. But…
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Memories and food go together
A BCH story of hope: Mary calls from the dining room: “Okay, how does our Louisiana family make étouffée?” “You make terrific étouffée,” Kathy calls back from the kitchen. “You…
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Vision to help struggling families at heart of new outreach ministry
Archived BCH update: Sara Becker, manager of Greater Vision Outreach Center , says the Center is a place of hope and acceptance. “A place like this must be a place where God is…
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Changing a 10-year-olds life
Archived BCH update: She is 10 years old. She came from a family of abuse and drugs. “ My Mom was always out doing drugs. When she was home, she was asleep or passed out. My Dad…
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Virtual session discusses foster/adopt opportunities
Archived BCH update: Baptist Children’s Homes (BCH) is leading a virtual breakout session about foster care and adoption and the integral role the church can play. Entitled…
