Community can be important for a child, especially as they enter their adolescent years, and getting engaged does not have to be focused on geographical location. Listen to this heart-wrenching episode as Jim and Cinda Rachor share their experiences on teaching their children the true meaning and wonders of service.

Key takeaways to listen for

• The essence of meeting new people
• Concept of act of service and contribution 
• Benefits of establishing sense of community to teens
• How appreciation can make a difference in this world
• Balancing work and family life
• Overcoming the truest battle in life
• Value of integrating service

About Jim and Cinda Rachor 

Dr. James Rachor, is a Christian who has a heart to help the less fortunate of the world.  He has been married to Lucinda Rachor for 29 years; he is the father of 7 children and two of his daughters were adopted from Guatemala. He has been a practicing dentist in Michigan for almost 30 years and serves as the President of Transforming Futures Charitable Foundation US and he is the Vice President of Transforming Futures Guatemala.  

Cinda Rachor has been involved with the people of Guatemala since 2005. She has a Bachelor Degree in Psychology and a Bachelor Degree in the Science of Nursing from the University of Michigan. She is the mother of seven children and resides in Michigan. Every year Cinda spends several weeks in Guatemala leading mission teams and passionately pursues ways that she and her teams can intersect with the strengths and needs of the people living in Guatemala.

Connect with Jim and Cinda

Website: Transforming Futures

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