A while back, a family came to our church’s personal care pantry. What began as a simple meeting over shared needs quickly grew into something deeper. Our children, without hesitation, became fast friends. They laughed, played, and built the kind of bond that only kids can—pure and joyful, without barriers.
As time went on, our two families began to weave our lives together. We found that it wasn’t just about meeting needs—it was about building community. When challenges came, especially with health concerns they are walking through right now, it felt natural to step in. Their son is staying with us tonight, and rather than it feeling like an act of charity, it feels like family. Our kids are thrilled, and our home is filled with the sound of belonging.
What began in a pantry has become a picture of God’s love at work—breaking down walls, binding hearts, and creating family where once there were strangers. We’re learning that belonging doesn’t come from shared background or circumstance—it comes from choosing to walk together, to open our homes, and to love one another as Christ first loved us.