Many people recognize the changes in their own lives and routines caused by the COVID pandemic. Many common ways that we coped with stress -- having social gatherings, dining out, going shopping, taking vacations -- were limited, if not outright impossible for many months.

Even as some of these possibilities resume, for certain segments of the population, they remain out of reach. This is particularly true for families with young children. While some youth activities have resumed, not all have. And it remains difficult for many parents and guardians to find ways when their children can be supervised by others, allowing them personal space to quickly get things done or just have a few moments to themselves.

Here is the story of one congregation that saw an opportunity to support families with young children, providing place for kids to play while parents enjoyed coffee and adult conversation. Are there opportunities in your community for your congregation to support families with young children? Or are there other caregivers in your community that you can support creatively?