Today, I am reaching out with a very heavy heart to ask for your prayers and support for a family in our community who is facing an unimaginable hardship. This family of six has recently experienced a sudden and devastating crisis. The husband and father has been detained due to immigration circumstances, and with his absence, the family has lost their primary source of income. Alongside the emotional weight of this situation, they are now facing overwhelming financial burdens from court costs, legal fees, and the daily needs of raising four children. This is a family that has poured so much into our community—through education, sports, service, and constant willingness to help wherever they are needed. Their children are beautiful examples of what it means to live as children of God: kind, respectful, faithful, and always ready to lend a hand. Now, they need us. Elva is doing everything she can to hold her family together, but without her husband’s income, she is struggling to keep up with basic expenses. Their youngest child requires ongoing interventions and support for Autism, which are essential for his development and well-being. Their other children have been deeply affected socially and emotionally and are currently receiving counseling—another necessary, but costly, responsibility during this painful time. This family is carrying more than anyone should have to carry alone. If you are able, please consider donating to help cover their immediate living expenses, legal fees, and the care their children need right now. No amount is too small, and every gift is a reminder that they are not forgotten. Most of all, please keep them in your prayers—that God will provide comfort, strength, and a path forward through this difficult time. Thank you for opening your hearts to this family and for being the hands and feet of Christ in a moment when it matters most.
Organizer and beneficiary
Elva Rodriguez
Beneficiary

