Daystar does many things well. One thing I have particularly admired is how gracefully Daystar navigates being a faith-based organization in a mental health field.
As a staff member, I feel particularly grateful for my front-row view of the interworking parts in the Daystar house. It has been a delight to watch and join-in on. It may seem effortless how well Daystar does things, but there is prayer and intentionality behind most every move. Here’s how I know: the fresh batches of popcorn in the kitchen.
There is a large popcorn machine in the kitchen of the Daystar house. When it is on, it fills the house with delicious smells. After I greet kids in the lobby, we most always stop in the kitchen to grab a snack before heading upstairs to my office. The smiles from the other staff members and the smell of popcorn make it very hard to feel uncomfortable in the Daystar kitchen. That buttery goodness is made with love and deliberately placed in the heart of our yellow house to help folks feel at ease. Intentional popcorn!
Upstairs in my office I hear plenty of stories that make every bone in my body feel sad, but even when that happens, there is hope to share. This hope comes from above and keeps circulating within Daystar. The circulation of love and hope feels every bit as intentional as the popcorn. Daystar’s directors, board members, donors, staff and even the families that are served intentionally keep passing on hope.
Thank you for being part of the Daystar community. Because of prayer, fresh popcorn, and gifts like yours, the Daystar community keeps passing hope around with every intention to continue serving the lives of kids and families that the Lord brings our way.
With gratitude,
Rachel Pritchett
