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Real People and Real Relationships

Real People and Real Relationships

Two Sundays ago, Kailee Wood lead our prayer time focusing on Food for the Hungry (FH).  She shared about her own experience and how she and her husband, Taylor, have been sponsoring a child since 2023.  The kids in Caquipec are just like our kids at Origins.  Some are energetic and talkative, while others are shy and a bit reserved.  When Taylor first met Lidia, she was so shy, timid, and did not want to speak, but the Lord has been kind to let the Woods see that relationship grow over the past 3 years.  This year at their visit, Lidia asked for a hug!  That may seem simple but it’s a big deal!  Kailee said, that “they are real people and real relationships.”  This is proof that the way Origins “shows up year in and year out creates trust and a greater opportunity for them to hear, know, and respond to the Gospel, which is the ultimate goal.” 

Let's Send a Baby Shower to Utah!

Let's Send a Baby Shower to Utah!

When Matthew and I were serving as Apartment Life missionaries, a group of women from Hampton First Baptist Church adopted us.  For years, they were diligent about praying for our family and for our ministry.  They also supported us financially and encouraged us with letters and emails during our early years with Origins.