by Krystle Ramsay

 

The TBCK/TXM Meal Committee has had the privilege of preparing and serving meals for our Texans on Mission (TXM) volunteers each month. Since the tragedy of July 4th, TBCK has hosted groups of volunteers called to help in the restoration of the Texas Hill Country. These wonderful volunteers travel a great distance to help families rebuild their homes and lives. In partnering with TXM, our church provides lodging and homecooked meals for these volunteers.

 
It has been a joy to serve in this capacity. Our committee of wonderful men and women take great pride in preparing and serving breakfast and dinner. We have opportunities to fellowship with them as they share their stories of their time here. Likewise, they are always curious to hear our own personal stories of that tragic day.

 
July 4, 2025, will forever be a day all etched in our memory. We were all affected in some way. I am not one who believes everything happens for a reason. However, I do know this to be true: ‘God causes all things to work together for good to those who love God, to those who are called according to His purpose’ (Romans 8:28). My 7-year-old son lost his best friend in the flood. The tragedy and grief have been difficult for him to process. At a young age he has learned that bad things happen; disappointments are inevitable but how we respond matters.

 
This is one of the reasons we said yes when asked to serve. We get front row seats to witness God’s restoration in the lives of our community and those who are called to serve. We recently welcomed a college group from UT. Even after a long day of working, they would come into the kitchen and ask how they could help. It blessed my mama’s heart to spend time with this next generation of young people answering God’s call for their lives. We are continually blessed by the fruits of all those who labor, including our own team. Sue Stewart is one I can always count on when we have a group come in. She is the first to volunteer and serve. Alexa, Diane, and Charlie are others who have consistently jumped in. I am so grateful for this group of folks who have been the hands and feet of Jesus.