The Village OC recently marked one year since officially incorporating as a nonprofit. In this short reflection, Ashley looks back on a year of building, discerning, and laying a foundation, and looks…
In this episode of Dwelling at the Well, we reflect on our experience at the Unstuck Conference in Orange County—a gathering of nonprofits, advocates, churches, and community leaders working toward…
In this episode, we’re joined by Lisa, who served as a CASA volunteer (Court Appointed Special Advocate), walking closely alongside youth in foster care.As we begin to widen the lens of these…
In this episode, Michelle invites us into her foster care journey: three placements, unexpected detours, deep grief, and a faith that has carried her through every season. Her story is a powerful…
When his mother’s illness led to foster care, Father Craig found himself navigating loss, change, and ultimately, grace. Supported by his family, church, and friends, his journey led him toward…
Whitney’s story is one of resilience amidst the instability of foster care and her experience of adoption. In this episode, she shares how she’s learning to heal, what “choosing” family looks like,…
When Ruth was just a baby, she and her siblings entered foster care. Later adopted by her foster family, she carried invisible questions with her for decades—Where do I belong? Am I enough? This…
David, a former foster youth who was adopted at a young age, speaks about his journey of discovering his true worth and belonging. It's not about having the perfect family, but about being seen,…
Tina didn’t set out to become a foster parent, but when the call came, she stepped up. Twice. In this episode, she shares how she and her husband became guardians to Audrey, then later welcomed Sophie…
In our first episode, we sit down with Monica, a former foster youth, whose story is both powerful and tender. She shares what it was like growing up, the challenges she faced, and the hope she now…
