A hero is a person of distinguished courage or ability, admired for his or her brave deeds and noble qualities. Heroes come in many forms in life. We look up to our heroes. They are role models, shining examples of what we should be. They are selfless, genuinely good persons. Often, they are willing to risk their own life to save another.

Sometimes life takes you where you never expected to go. Such was the case about a month ago at church. I spotted my friend Jolene Ophus and hurried over to catch up with her. After a quick greeting, Jolene said, "Ila, I want you to meet a new family in H...