Guild of the Christ Child
John and Tina Gray

Thanks! -

To the Guild of the Christ Child, thank you so much! We learned about our second adoption (Will) just 4 days before he was to be placed in our home. We live in a very small cottage, have no family within 500 miles, and Will's arrival was to make us a family of four.  John is in his first year of a PhD program and very busy. We were thrilled that our second blessing was here, but we had a lot to get ready for!

Little did we know that our new church would provide so much help during this busy time! Our neighbor, friend, and parishioner Molly Dempsey brought us some very tasty casseroles the first week.  Not having to worry about cooking as we adjusted to sleep deprivation and taking care of two children was a big help. Shortly thereafter, another parishioner stopped by with a beautiful hand knit sweater and cap, a cross, an ornament, banana bread, more home-cooked meals, and information about ongoing support and social activities provided by the church for families with young children. We are very grateful. We have enjoyed all of them.