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Learn how CityLinC’s Youth Guidance Foster Care and Adoption program provides safe homes for children, supports families through training and resources, and offers compassionate community-based care rooted in faith.

I have a creek that winds through my back yard. It’s not very deep or very wide, but it is classically scenic. I enjoy the tranquil...

A heartfelt reflection on motherhood, discipline, and the kind of love that shapes us for life. This touching Mother’s Day piece shares timeless wisdom passed down from a mother whose love was shown not only through comfort, but through guidance, boundaries, sacrifice, and the courage to say “no” when it mattered most.

Storms don’t always wait—they build, they warn, and sometimes we still ride straight into them. As the wind pushed harder and rain began to fall, I realized I wasn’t outrunning the storm—I was heading into it. Life works the same way. Trouble comes, expected or not. But even in the fiercest moments, we are not alone. Christ stands near, steady and present, ready to carry us through.

I once dreamed of becoming a great pianist, but lacked the discipline to practice. My teacher, however, played with a passion that transported her beyond the moment. Through her, I learned that music is more than skill—it is something that stirs the soul. If music was present at creation and will be in eternity, what kind of song are we carrying in our hearts today?

Like James Bond facing a laser with no escape, we’re reminded that pressure reveals purpose. At CityLinC, our passion fuels a laser-like focus—bringing energy, dedication, and heart to the work God has called us to. When passion meets purpose, it drives impact, strengthens our mission, and helps us serve others with excellence every day.

The Transcontinental Railroad should not have worked. Nearly 2,000 miles of wilderness, mountains, and danger stood in the way. Yet through grit, sacrifice, and unity among diverse workers, the impossible became reality. Their story reminds us that even the greatest obstacles can be overcome when determination meets belief.

From a simple ride on a Meijer horse to the legacy of John Harvey Kellogg, the search for healing has always been part of who we are. While the world offers temporary fixes, our deepest need is lasting restoration. Through the life, suffering, and resurrection of Jesus Christ, we are reminded that true healing begins with hope.

Apollo 12 didn’t chase glory—it delivered precision. Just months after Apollo 11 Moon Landing, this mission proved humanity could return to the Moon with purpose. Guided through darkness by skill and grit, astronauts landed within walking distance of their target, turning exploration into mastery.

Turning points often come from one powerful moment of love or acceptance. A father’s affirmation helped a man believe he could overcome addiction—and that God loved him too. In Christ, we are not defined by rejection or past mistakes. Because of the Cross, we live without condemnation and with the assurance that we are deeply valued.

Penguins may look goofy, but their community is remarkable. Hundreds gather, play, and care for one another—rotating in circles to keep each other warm while protecting their eggs in the harsh Antarctic cold. Watching creation like this reminds me that God designed the world with purpose and mystery. Maybe our hearts, like those penguins, carry an inner radar guiding us toward something we truly need.

Even in a world that can feel heavy with struggle and uncertainty, we are reminded that our lives are not without meaning. Each of us is given the opportunity to contribute something good, something hopeful, something lasting. Our purpose is not found in perfection, but in participation — in faithfully serving God and others wherever we are placed.

Hello, darkness, my old friend I’ve come to talk with you again Because a vision softly creeping Left its seeds while I was sleeping And the vision that was planted in my brain Still remains Within the sound of silence Paul Simon wrote the words to this song while sitting alone in a darkened room. He was at a desperate point in his life, feeling alone, abandoned, and unsure of himself. His song, The Sound of Silence, is about his perspective on the lack of communication a

Choosing a foster care agency is about more than process. It is about partnership. While government agencies provide essential oversight, faith-based agencies like CityLinC offer something additional: relationship, community, and support rooted in compassion and calling. Foster care is not only a system to navigate. It is a journey no family should walk alone.

One day while President Abraham Lincoln was on his way to speak to the Congress, he saw a defenseless pig stuck in a deep muddy hole. After watching the poor animal exert himself to no avail, President Lincoln realized that the ill-fated pig was seriously trapped. He felt a great deal of pity for the helpless pig and wondered how he would feel if he was in the pig’s place. President Lincoln then decided that he had to do something, so he told the driver to stop the carri

Love doesn’t always arrive loudly. Sometimes it shows up quietly—through shared conversations, borrowed books, and small, thoughtful gestures. This Valentine’s story reminds us that true love is patient, creative, and deeply personal. It doesn’t demand attention; it grows gently and lasts.

Most people experience trials of all kinds. Almost every family I know is touched by some sort of difficult circumstance. Cancer. Addiction. Financial strain. Kids who act out. Parents who act out. Work stress. Face it, life is not a smooth stretch of highway. Life just seems to have a way of testing us. One moment, everything feels as steady as a rock. The next, the ground shifts beneath your feet. At that point it’s natural to feel overwhelmed, lost, and power

My favorite teacher, Miss Harvey, taught me that the best way to accomplish demanding work is to create a joyful, engaging atmosphere. She built relationships, sparked curiosity, and made learning meaningful. Her influence reminds me that true leadership isn’t about power or appearance, but about heart, character, and the ability to positively shape others.

After practice one day, Anthony Lynn headed out to try a new pizza place. Crossing the road to the parking lot, he was struck by a drunk driver going 55 in a 25 zone. Thrown more than 45 feet, he lay on the pavement confused and shaking. “I didn’t know who I was,” he said. “So I prayed. The only thing that made sense was God.”

In a dusty attic sat a blue box no one had opened in decades. Inside were hand-painted plates, mother-of-pearl cups, and gold-rimmed china, saved for a “special” moment that never came. The gift was never used. As we begin a new year, maybe the most important thing we can do is stop saving the best parts of ourselves and start sharing them.