Stephanie’s Story
“BECAUSE OF FLS, I FOUND MY FAITH—AND MYSELF—AGAIN.” “I used to never talk…I never looked people in the eye….My abuser wouldn’t let me work–he cut me off from everything. Around my abuser, I’d been hiding my Bible–when I got to …
Volunteer Spotlight: “Jary!”
“It’s the most rewarding thing I do all week, by far,” says Jim (pictured R). “God’s put me in this place, at this time, to do this,” explains Gary (L). The priceless gift these 2 FLS superheroes give is currency …
On Mother’s Day: Rallying around single moms–with HOPE
His dimples melt us, little sparks of joy on his caramel-brown cheeks, skin like butter. Her hugs delight us, petite arms reaching out as she arrives for Monday evening group, eyes smiling as our “Did you have a good day …
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Volunteer Spotlight: Sydney
Weekends find Sydney McMillen and her husband—both Wisconsin natives–skiing, climbing, and hiking in the Colorado mountains. Seeking a weeknight volunteer opportunity after work (at Compassion International), Sydney pursued FLS for its unique impact on families leaving homelessness. Sydney is a …
Silvia’s Story
“FLS became a haven of safety & hope. It feels like a family to me.” Intense turbulence marked the final years of Silvia’s marriage. She found herself isolated, a single mom with two boys. Born and raised in Germany, …
ECFA Accreditation
FLS is pleased to announce our accreditation by ECFA. See our Press Release below! Family Life Services Accredited by National Financial Accountability Organization COLORADO SRINGS, CO – The ECFA (Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability) announced today the accreditation of …
Women of Courage Mentor Spotlight
Tracy Douglas knows the pain of domestic violence, but she also knows the peace and healing the Lord brought to her. She felt compelled to invest in families impacted by this same pain. “I know that recovery is possible,” she …
Women of Courage – Marlee’s Story
Like scaffolding, Women of Courage gatherings build relationships that launch growth. As nonresidential moms gather monthly at FLS to fight isolation, develop skills, and grow spiritually, WOC Aspire provides the structure that pairs single moms with a godly, wise, trained …
Volunteer Spotlight – James and Kate Helle
Two and a half years ago, James and Kate Helle began to ask God, “What’s next?” Recent empty nesters, they heard about FLS from dear friends, Keri and Steve Spriggs, who invited them to come alongside kids during Families Building …
Please Pray for our Families
Just as the seasons change, and spring brings signs of new life, so also our families are in a season of change.
We CELEBRATE that between January and April, ALL NINE of our apartments are turning over as moms make their courageous next step toward stable housing.
