Vilchis 2025
The heart that has abandoned itself to God is at rest
“We belong to another.
When that really sinks into a believer's heart, it is a profound revelation. A living sacrifice—in other words, a true worshiper does not claim his own rights. He does not complain about slights and grievances, because he knows that his Master has ordained them and may even be using them for marvelous purposes. He bypasses the world and its desires. He throws his own personal agenda in the trash, no matter how many goals and dreams and preferences are on it. He does not make out his own schedule, he does not consider any possession his own, he does not make decisions from human reasoning, and he does not maintain any self-interest in his relationships with other people. He disregards the cultural warnings that too much selflessness is unhealthy, because his health is not the issue. God alone is the issue. His will, His character, His plans, and His providence are paramount.
Indeed, we know better than to assume any of us have lived up to that ideal. But it's still the goal, isn't it? A heart that truly worships another is a heart that has completely abandoned itself. Most of the stresses of life come from threats to our self-interest. But if we have no self-interest, where is the stress? The heart that has abandoned itself to God is at rest. It has learned to love the eternal over the world. It lives in peace forever.”
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Eric | Teacher, coach & class clown
Eric is teaching and coaching at our local outdoor enrichment program and middle school. He enjoys laughing, equine therapy, and saying yes. To leave in 2025: Arguing for arguments sake. To bring to 2026: Accepting feedback
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Aurora | connector, visionary & cheif executive of missing items
Aurora is loving her new role working in Outreach in the community. She enjoys getting excited about blue flowers, animals, nature, and gathering around a table. To leave in 2025: The quest for perfection. To bring to 2026: Existing in the present.
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Dallas, 10 yrs old | dancer, thespian & animal lover
Dallas enjoys folklorico dancing, theatre arts, leather working, cooking class, playing the ukulele, song writing, animals, and crocheting. She made her first dress this summer and is learning the sewing machine. She learned resilience this year on morning family runs and always finds a baby to love and nurture. She brings the art of paying attention to our family. To leave in 2025: Being selfish. To bring to 2026: Being selfless
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Sydney, 13 years old | athlete, & Family Defense Attorney
Sydney is enjoying jiu-jitsu, theatre arts, flag football, ukulele, and piano, and has started learning the guitar this year. She enjoys hoop earrings, lip liner, and organizing. Sydney is learning humility this year and is a loyal friend. She is often asked to show new friends around and makes everyone feel welcome. She brings logic and laughter to our family. To leave in 2025: Being late. To bring to 2026: Time management
