Featured Story Home > Featured Story A A A Supporting the Spirit, Strengthening the Journey Heritage Christian Services’ faith community inclusion team quietly supports the heart of the agency. With the four team members each working across more than 30 day and residential sites, they help people stay connected to the things that ground them, like faith communities, meaningful rituals or simply the experiences that fill their spirits. Their work looks different every day. They spend time visiting hospitals and hospice settings, helping someone join a church, planning retreats or listening deeply to learn what truly matters to a person. Sometimes that means a drum circle or a dance program; other times it’s a mission trip, a walk outdoors or marking an important transition in someone’s life. Team members describe their role as bridgebuilding: listening with their hearts, finding out what resonates with a person and encouraging families and staff members alike. Along the way, people experience connection, dignity and the chance to live their best lives. “We really listen with our hearts to find out what a person truly wants.” – Diane Sturmer, faith community inclusion specialist To read our full 2025 Annual Report, click here.