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Legacy of service
Aug 20, 2024
How many times have I been asked that question over the years? For years and years, I was not known as Quinn Steffen.....
Learning to Trust
Jul 11, 2024
“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....
An Unforgettable Summer
Jun 10, 2024
Being at Gateway Woods is one of the most fulfilling experiences you will ever have. God opened many doors for new friendships........
Light Despite the Darkness
May 10, 2024
"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 ......
Building Bridges
Apr 11, 2024
Have you ever felt wronged by someone? And in response, lashed out with harsh words? In tense situations, letting our emotions..............
Raising Future Parents
Mar 15, 2024
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...
His Strength, Our Obedience
Feb 21, 2024
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........
Persistence Over Perfection
Dec 08, 2023
When Hannah and I started to consider becoming houseparents at Gateway Woods, we evaluated our perceived cost and reward of the work........
Persistence and Triumph
Nov 10, 2023
Looking back over my past 4.5 years of teaching English at Gateway Woods School, one particular student stands out in my mind............
Stepping into a New World
Oct 10, 2023
In 2017, Kurt and Staci got licensed to be foster parents and began thinking about what foster care would be like. They already ............