October 2025

CAFO2025: A giant gift exchange in Houston

Dear Hephzibah62:4 Friend,

At CAFO2025, over 2,200 Christians gathered with a shared passion for transforming the lives of vulnerable children. Reflecting the conference theme, "Distinct: Different from the world, for the world," the powerful event was described by CAFO President Jedd Medefind as a "giant gift exchange."

It was especially meaningful to gather 28 Wesleyans, representing Hephzibah62:4 Churches across the U.S. and Canada, at our Hephzibah62:4 Connection Dinner. Our time together was rich with friendship and community, powerful testimonies and a vision for the future. We joyfully celebrated 125 years of Hephzibah Ministries and its multiplying legacy of faithful service and transformative impact.

"I never could have anticipated how God was going to use these three days to encourage and energize me for next steps. If you and your church have a heart for kids and families, you won't want to miss the next CAFO Summit!"



– Laura, Mountain View Wesleyan Church, PA

Throughout the conference, we engaged in thought-provoking breakout sessions, built valuable relationships, and received access to resources that will continue to shape our ministries in the months and years ahead. The spirit of collaboration and commitment to live lives that are distinctly different–not for its own sake, but as an authentic reflection of Christ's love–was evident.

Thank you to everyone who attended and shared good gifts. Couldn't make it this year? Check out this recap video to get a glimpse of the conference, and plan to join us at CAFO2026 in Atlanta. (Save the date info is below.)

Your co-laborers in transforming the lives of vulnerable children,

Jodi and team

P.S. Pure Religion Sunday is just around the corner! Click here to be inspired by how God is working through a cluster of churches practicing "pure religion" in the Lehigh Valley of PA.

Leave a legacy of Kingdom building and transforming the lives of vulnerable children by including your local church and Hephzibah62:4 in your ESTATE PLANNING.

UPCOMING OPPORTUNITIES

Hephzibah62:4 Calming Space

Hephzibah62:4 is partnering to help make Wesleyan Next Gen events welcoming for everyone, including those with special sensory needs.

Visit our Calming Space at the Empowered Tour in Michigan this coming weekend! 

Pure Religion Sunday

On or around November 9, join with churches across the globe committed to live out their church's unique calling to care for vulnerable children and families while growing closer to Jesus as his disciples.

Get your FREE Field Guide and register your event here! En Español.

Save the Date for Disability & the Church

We will return to Washington, D.C. next spring for the incredible Disability & the Church Conference. Join us there April 21-23, 2026 and become better equipped to care for families impacted by special needs in your church and community. Grants available.

Learn more here

Save the Date for CAFO2026

We can't wait to gather in Atlanta, GA, September 23-25, 2026. Make plans to join us with others from your church so that together, you can be equipped to transform the lives of vulnerable children in your community more effectively. Grants available.

Learn more here