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Learning to Trust

Learning to Trust

“Don’t take this kid,” Ben and I emphatically told our alternates (the houseparent couple who were taking over for us) as we went off....

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An Unforgettable Summer

An Unforgettable Summer

Being at Gateway Woods is one of the most fulfilling experiences you will ever have. God opened many doors for new friendships........

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Light Despite the Darkness

Light Despite the Darkness

"Lord, how can you use this for good? How are you using us?" This is a prayer that often goes through my head. When you have a ......

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Building Bridges

Building Bridges

Have you ever felt wronged by someone? And in response, lashed out with harsh words? In tense situations, letting our emotions..............

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Raising Future Parents

Raising Future Parents

Kyle and I are houseparents at Pine House with a 4-year-old son, a 2-year-old daughter, and a little boy on the way. We often play a game...

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His Strength, Our Obedience

His Strength, Our Obedience

I hesitate to write this because I am at a loss for how to adequately express what is on my heart. Maybe this will connect with only........

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Persistence Over Perfection

Persistence Over Perfection

When Hannah and I started to consider becoming houseparents at Gateway Woods, we evaluated our perceived cost and reward of the work........

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Persistence and Triumph

Persistence and Triumph

Looking back over my past 4.5 years of teaching English at Gateway Woods School, one particular student stands out in my mind............

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Stepping into a New World 

Stepping into a New World 

In 2017, Kurt and Staci got licensed to be foster parents and began thinking about what foster care would be like. They already ............

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Auction Memories 

Auction Memories 

There is no feeling like pulling onto a very quiet Gateway Woods campus early on Auction Day. The sun There is no feeling like pulling .....

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