Our Heart for this House

As a HighRidge family, we’ve had the privilege of witnessing the incredible journey of Robert and Julia Perez. When this couple got married in 2015, little did they know the profound calling God had for them or the impact our church community would have on their lives.
After hearing about HighRidge’s heart for vulnerable kids, the Perez family felt called to open their hearts and home to children in need. And through it all, our church has been there to support them every step of the way. “They’ve always been there,” Robert shares. “We’ve never had to call and ask for help. It’s always been answered before we needed to ask.” Julia echoes this sentiment, saying, “The generosity is overwhelming. We’re able to continue this, and have the support we need to stay strong in our calling.”

The Perez family’s adoption journey began in our church groups, where they started to pray about expanding their family through adoption. They heard about a boy named Andrew and felt the Lord calling them to adopt him. Since then, the Perez family has grown to include eight adopted children, in addition to two biological children. That’s right, the Perez family now includes ten kids! As you can imagine, this journey has brought both beautiful and challenging times, and HighRidge Chosen Ministry has had the honor of coming alongside this family in so many ways. From practical aid like meals and financial assistance to emotional support and a network of prayer warriors, our church has wrapped its arms around the Perez family, doing our best to ensure they are strengthened for life. As we celebrate the Perez family’s story, let us be inspired to continue embodying the love and care that defines our HighRidge community.