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Dalton, 16, is the true definition of a Texas country boy. He grew up hunting, fishing and learning the lay of God’s land with his older brothers, parents and grandparents. There is plenty of space for him to do what he loves on the 500-acre MCH Boys Ranch where he lives. Dalton is a tough young man, but those closest to him agree he has a gentle soul.
Ashley has a bright smile, a twinkle in her eye, self-confidence about her future, and a heart filled with gratitude. She remembers the day she came to Methodist Children’s Home with precision. “I was 13 years old when I arrived at the Perkins Home,” she said. “All the girls were at Wednesday night church, so it was quiet in the house. When the girls returned, several made their way to my room and helped me unpack and get settled.
Students and staff at the University of Texas—University Charter School on the Waco campus celebrated homecoming the last week of September with themed costume days, a junior/senior dance and homecoming court during the Friday night football game.
Methodist Children’s Home is committed to fostering a culture of learning and growth in a way that affects clients, employees and even other ministries and organizations. In the 2020-2023 Strategic Plan, an action step reveals the intention to “collaborate with churches, providers and other community partners to host, lead or sponsor workshops, trainings and conferences.”
This season’s news and notes feature MCH Family Outreach in Waco hosting an adoption support group, and MCH youth participating in worship planning.
This season’s development news feature the virtual commissioners meeting to advance MCH, and helpful ways to support our ministry using year-end IRA distributions and our gift annuity program.
Jonathan has a boyish complexion and dark eyes that flash between confidence and uncertainty. Just 23 years old, he is now the primary caregiver for his three younger siblings. Having responsibility for his siblings weighs heavily on Jonathan, but he is not alone in his journey.
Vanessa is a bright young woman with a magnetic smile and infectious laugh. She admits she didn’t always share her big personality confidently. Her journey has been far from easy, but the 24-year-old is beginning to flourish as a young adult.
Before coming to Methodist Children’s Home in 2019, Zaniya said her life was troubled and she experienced many turbulent situations. She often felt no one would listen to her when she needed help.
Congratulations to our Transition Services and UT Charter School graduates!
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