Today has been a powerful and emotional day on the ground in Kerrville as the Hill Country flood response continues to unfold. First responders from across Texas and around the nation are arriving to lend their strength—from fire departments in San Antonio, Dallas, and neighboring counties to chaplains with Foursquare Disaster Relief all the way from the Pacific Northwest. Their presence is bringing tangible hope to communities still reeling from unimaginable loss.
Amidst the coordination of resources and response teams, one special moment today reminded us why this work matters so deeply. Corey Stark, part of the Somebody Cares team, had the privilege of delivering a large box of Somebody Cares Bears—small stuffed animals used to comfort children and adults affected by traumatic events—to Real Life Fellowship, pastored by Ryan and Nicole Huff. Just minutes after the delivery, a young single mother with two small children arrived in need of prayer, counseling, and emotional support.
Pastor Ryan described the shift as immediate. The children, who had been visibly withdrawn from the trauma they’d endured, lit up the moment they saw the bears and hugged them tightly. Within minutes, they were willing to ...
