Why Community is the Secret Sauce to Lasting Change

Transformation is not a solo journey but a communal one. Imagine a church filled with twenty-three people—family and guests—living, struggling, and healing together. This shared life created bonds that went beyond service to become a family.

Challenges like volatile guests and safety threats were met with resilience. Even an arrest incident that might have fractured the community instead boosted respect and trust. These experiences show that adversity can forge stronger ties.

Community provides emotional support, accountability, and belonging—critical ingredients for healing from trauma and addiction.

This story teaches us that no one should be left behind or forgotten, and that family can be chosen and built through love and commitment.