Image: Jorge Bautista Dear Beloved Community, What does a “happy family” really look like? For many of us, that phrase brings up a familiar image, one shaped by culture, expectation, and tradition. But what happens when our lives don’t quite fit that picture? Where do we find belonging then? This Sunday, we’ll explore Jesus’ powerful promise in John 14:18 -- “I will not leave you orphaned.” Spoken to anxious disciples facing uncertainty, these words offer more than comfort.